Spacious Derby-ready home close to Churchill Downs

Summary:

Experience Louisville in this cozy home next to the city’s 1st & Original Pinball Bar with 40+ bourbons & whiskeys. Featuring a queen bed, fold-out couch, full kitchen, Wi-Fi, laundry & outdoor space, it’s ideal for the Kentucky Derby, Bourbon Trail, Bourbon & Beyond, Louder Than Life, or events at Churchill Downs & Expo Center. Pet-friendly, family-friendly, & perfect for stays near downtown, Central Park, & historic Old Louisville. Best spot to celebrate with the Derby Festivities!



The Space:

ACCESS TYPE:

▻ Guests will have access to the entire home.



1ST FLOOR:

▻ Living Area- spacious living room featuring a comfortable sofa bed and TV for entertainment

▻ Kitchen and Dining- featuring modern appliances (fridge, stove, oven, toaster, Keurig, toaster)

▻ Full bathroom - with bath tub, shower, and basic toiletries

▻ Laundry Area - with Washer and Dryer



2ND FLOOR:

▻ Bedroom 1- spacious room with a 1x queen bed, AC, and Smart TV

▻ Game Room - Fun space with board games





HIGHLIGHTS:

▻ Self check-in process

▻ Private entrance

▻ Private Backyard

▻ Free Parking

▻ Perfect for work and business!

▻ Very near Churchill Downs, the best location to celebrate the Derby Week!



ACCESSIBILITY:

▻ A few stairs to reach the main entrance of the unit

▻ This home has 2 floors



Note: Our listing is located near The Z Bar, which has an outdoor patio where guests may gather to drink and socialize. While this adds to the vibrant atmosphere of the area, please note that there may be some noise, especially on busy nights. If you're sensitive to sound, we recommend bringing earplugs or using a white noise option for a more comfortable stay.



Guest Access:

PARKING:

▻ There's 1 parking spot available in the rear of house and a lot of street parking





ENTERING THE HOME:

▻ The Home is Accessed Via Self Check-In Using a Smart Lock with a Unique Code Per Guest.



The Neighborhood:

Nearby Popular Spots:

▻ University of Louisville – 5-minute drive

▻ Churchill Downs – 7-minute drive

▻ Downtown Louisville – 8-minute drive

▻ Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory – 10-minute drive

▻ Muhammad Ali Center – 9-minute drive

▻ Kentucky International Convention Center – 8-minute drive

▻ KFC Yum! Center – 9-minute drive

▻ Louisville Zoo – 12-minute drive

▻ Louisville Mega Cavern – 12-minute drive

▻ Waterfront Park – 10-minute drive

▻ Cherokee Park – 12-minute drive

▻ Seneca Park – 15-minute drive

▻ Falls of the Ohio State Park – 13-minute drive



Nearby Favorite Breakfast / Coffee Spots:

▻ Please & Thank You – 6-minute drive

▻ Sunergos Coffee – 4-minute drive

▻ Highland Morning – 9-minute drive



Nearby Favorite Lunch Spots:

▻ The Cafe – 3-minute drive

▻ Wiltshire Pantry Bakery and Café – 7-minute drive

▻ El Taco Luchador – 6-minute drive



Nearby Favorite Dinner Spots:

▻ Hammerheads – 7-minute drive

▻ Jack Fry's – 7-minute drive

▻ 610 Magnolia – 5-minute drive

▻ Harvest – 6-minute drive



Nearby Favorite Breweries:

▻ Against the Grain Brewery – 9-minute drive

▻ Gravely Brewing Co. – 7-minute drive

▻ Great Flood Brewing Company – 10-minute drive

▻ Goodwood Brewing Co. – 8-minute drive



Nearby Favorite Bars:

▻ Zanzabar – 3-minute drive

▻ Haymarket Whiskey Bar – 7-minute drive

▻ The Silver Dollar – 10-minute drive

▻ Taj Louisville – 9-minute drive



Getting Around:

GETTING AROUND:

▻ We recommend Uber or Lyft. We have not had any issues with either.





EVENT OR TOUR OPTIONS:

▻ If you are looking for a tour guide or event transportation in the area, please let us know! We would be happy to help.



Other Things to Note:

We take pride in offering a clean, comfortable, and welcoming space for your stay. The home is professionally cleaned and well-maintained, though minor signs of age may be present as this is a well-loved home rather than a hotel-style property. If anything needs attention, we’ll address it promptly to ensure a stress-free visit. We kindly ask that you treat the home as your own, and guests are responsible for any damages or loss, which should be reported immediately.



HOUSE RULES:

▻ Please do not unplug any electronics that are currently connected. Unplugging devices may result in a $100 fee.

▻ Strictly NO PARTIES.

▻ Please observe quiet hours between 10 PM and 8 AM

▻ Strictly NO SMOKING

▻ Kindly keep noise and activity neighbor-friendly.

▻ NO pets allowed. Undisclosed pets will result in a $200 penalty fee to cover professional cleaning.

▻ Visitors are welcome but only with prior notice and host approval.







By booking this property, you agree to follow ALL rules and guidelines outlined in the listing. Failure to comply may result in a $500 fee, charged to the credit card used for the reservation.







POLICIES:

▻ Early Check-In – We’ll do our best to accommodate! Same-day requests depend on our cleaning team, and for future stays, the only guaranteed option is booking the prior night (if available).

▻ Luggage Drop – We’re happy to allow luggage drop with prior host approval.

▻ Late Check-Out – Let us know by the day before, and we’ll do our best to accommodate until 12 PM. To guarantee a late check-out, the following night would need to be booked. Please note, unapproved late check-outs may incur a $50/hour fee, and check-outs at 12 PM or later will be considered an extra night’s stay.

▻ Package Delivery – We cannot guarantee safe or timely receipt of packages sent to the home. For reliability, we recommend using a local pick-up location or requesting doorstep delivery if sending items here.

▻ NO pets allowed. Undisclosed pets will result in a $200 penalty fee to cover professional cleaning.



▻ Third-Party Bookings - We cannot accept bookings made on behalf of someone else.

▻ Mail Back Service - If you forget something, we can mail it back for a $50 fee (as long as it’s not an oversized item)

▻ Cancellation - To receive a full refund, you must cancel within 24 hours before check-in. Any cancellations after this window will be charged according to the number of nights stayed.

▻ There are exterior cameras installed above the window next to back door and above the window next to the front door. It is on and recording 24/7 to help ensure the safety of you and the property during your stay.