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ArTisTs CoTTaGe - A Place to Play!

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A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, a brick pathway, a wooden bench, and a sofa with a floral cushion.
A white RV with a porch, surrounded by a stone pathway and a wooden fence.
A bedroom with a bed, desk, chair, and large windows.
A living room with a dark blue sofa, a green armchair, a patterned rug, and a wooden desk with a lamp.
A rustic art gallery with a brick floor and wooden beams.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Nulu Market Place
Sleeps 4•2 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Louisville, KY
  • Place, Headliners Music Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nulu Market Place
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Louisville Waterfront Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Large Single Sofa Bed

Downstairs Studio Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Skylit Open Sleeping Loft

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

ArTisTs CoTTaGe - A Place to Play!

This Creative Cottage pairs center city convenience with peace and privacy. Bright, open ambiance!
Large picture windows in downstairs bedroom with queen bed and gas fireplace.
Ladder access to queen bed in skylit loft. Fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops.
Decks and covered patios wrap the house with a Found Art gallery and gardens.
Peaceful people seeking a place to play will revel in this bright, cheery studio space! It's filled with art and music making supplies that our guests are welcome to use. Many have added to this unique collection!
We love restyling materials into funky and functional forms. You'll discover surprises around every corner.
A perfect getaway for artists/writers on retreat, solo adventurers, couples, business travelers and small families with well behaved kids.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Child friendly, but not childproofed.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
It is important to be considerate about parking. Use only our spaces on or in front of the gravel drive. Allow neighbor access to garages.
Please Text on arrival and departure. Leave beds unmade with sheets still on, hang towels in the bathroom. Lock doors on exit. Thank you!
Lots of toys and games make it suitable for children, but it is n0t childproofed!

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 884137
Property # 1053719vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Louisville

Located in Irish Hill, a neighbourhood in Louisville, this holiday home is near theme parks and near a water park. KFC Yum Center is a cultural highlight and some of the area's popular attractions include Louisville Slugger Museum and Kentucky Kingdom. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Churchill Downs, or consider a night out at Highland Festival Grounds. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching, wildlife walks and winery tours.
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Louisville, KY

What's nearby

  • Headliners Music Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nulu Market Place - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Historic Frankfort Avenue - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Louisville Waterfront Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Louisville Slugger Field - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪O'Shea's Irish Pub - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Flanagan's Ale House - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪PG&J's Dog Park Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tartan House - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Play - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ArTisTs CoTTaGe - A Place to Play! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ArTisTs CoTTaGe - A Place to Play! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ArTisTs CoTTaGe - A Place to Play! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ArTisTs CoTTaGe - A Place to Play! ?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is ArTisTs CoTTaGe - A Place to Play! located?

Located in Irish Hill, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Cave Hill Cemetery and Headliners Music Hall. Nulu Market Place and Thomas Edison House are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, fun & cozy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This property lived up to it's name! My daughter LOVED all the art supplies available and just wanted to paint the whole trip, lol.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A. David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location great space

A ton of little things around the property make this a jem well worth staying and exploring. I would definitely use this location again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kentucky Derby

The cottage is was clean and very nice. We’d stay again. The owners were very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hilda

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very cool place. Loved the art. Host was vey nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tania M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wondeful!

It was such a fun house and so much for my kids to explore and they LOVED to loft! The owner was very reaponsive and the house was just as advertised! Loved having all the outdoor spaces too!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place, wonderful location

Wonderful place full of character and charm with outdoor spaces that are a joy to spend time in (even when the weather is on the cool side). Location is also easily walkable to both Nulu and Bardstown road neighborhoods
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Irish Hill Hideaway

Warm & cozy cottage vibe within walking distance of downtown and fun neighborhoods to the south and north. Hosts are accommodating and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Clean & comfortable. Close to stores, restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luisha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay!

The artist cottage was absolutely wonderful! We were surrounded by creative, beautiful art everywhere we turned. This was the best place we've stayed. It was quaint and very peaceful. The owners were so accommodating. Do yourself a favor and check it out. We will most definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Up on a hill

Enjoyed our stay at the artsy cabin. Little oasis in the middle of the city. Loved the decks and all the art and curiosities. Marjie was very responsive with any inquiries. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jess C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Creative Sanctuary

This was perhaps the most unique VRBO we’ve ever stayed it. The space is dripping in organic and intentional art that begs you to linger a while and contribute a verse, so to speak. Loved the quiet neighborhood and easy accessibility to dining and entertainment - though just spending time in the cottage was blissful all on its own. Definitely recommend this spot for art appreciators looking for peace and inspiration!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carey or Sue K.

A Hidden Treasure!

The Artist Cottage is an oasis in the city! It is private, quiet and was extremely convenient and close to everywhere we needed to be in Louisville. Such a charming neighborhood! The owners are responsive and have thought of absolutely everything. The Artists Cottage is truly a home away from home and we hope we can stay again in the future when traveling to the city. We loved our visit! Thank you for the delightful respite!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, happy feeling cottage in a safe and quiet location

We stayed at The ArTisTs CoTTaGe during Christmas week to visit family. The cottage was very comfortable and pleasant, offering many different artistic views both inside and out. I wasn’t sure if new art had been placed outside overnight or if I just failed to notice it the previous day. It was such a pleasure to walk around and see something new every day. The owners were very prompt with responses to any questions that I may have had. I would definitely recommend this cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay

We absolutely loved our stay at the Artist Cottage. Great location and very clean but what we enjoyed the most was the decor and the back deck. The host are very helpful and easy to reach if you are in need of anything. The driveway is e a little bit of a hassle if you struggle walking up steep gravel. I do hope it won’t deter you from staying because even the driveway is even decorated with little heart shaped rocks along the walls. Every piece of this property is touched by love. Our daughter is moving to Louisville in August and we will be staying here again….many times.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a perfect home-away-from home for our family! The outdoor spaces were hideaways in the tree tops and so inviting. From morning coffee on the deck to an afternoon nap on the outdoor Red Couch to evenings on the porch with cricket sounds, you’d never guess you were minutes from downtown. Convenient location that allowed us to easily balance touristy activities with stops at the CoTTaGe to rest and refuel. Well-equipped kitchen made it so we could roll in after a 7hr drive and quickly throw together a delicious meal to eat al fresco with our adult daughter whom we were visiting. Our 16yr old son loved ‘his nest’ in the loft as well as the musical instruments to toy around with. The neighbor cat, Big Time, was also a homey favorite. We spent 5 nights and were still finding fun, quirky, thoughtful touches as we left. This will definitely be our 1st choice stay when we return to Louisville!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical cottage

We stayed a few days on spring break in this magical cottage and wished we had booked a longer stay. This cottage was perfect for our young and creative family. There were books, art, and toys everywhere - even after a few days, we were finding new surprises that made us smile. This cottage forced us all to slow down. For the first time in years, we listened to CDs and watched DVDs, rather than streaming content. We all created art with the supplies left for guests to enjoy. We all loved the outdoor space and had one wonderful rainy evening in the covered area. The hosts were amazing - very responsive, helpful and kind. Their spirit infused the cottage. The cottage was in a great location that made it easy to explore Louisville. We had never been to Louisville and could have easily spent another week exploring shops and restaurants. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marsha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always great!

We have stayed at the Artist Cottage several times, and we always love it! The cottage is filled with happiness and warmth, even during an arctic freeze!! The owners, Marjie and Dennis, are the best hosts! They even came over and shoveled the walk for us!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kaye E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique property

We enjoyed all the artsy & whimsical touches. Private back porch. Close to whiskey row. Comfortable bed. The walk up the driveway would be difficult for elderly or someone with a disability. Not a problem for us. We very much enjoyed our get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary getaway

The cottage is exactly what we were looking for. Perfect for couples. The decor is unique and fun. The cottage is old but maintained very well. It is very clean and has a nice outdoor space. The host is very nice and easy to communicate with. We would definitely stay again the next time we visit the Louisville area. Great location, close to a variety of restaurants and bars.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shanna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!!

We had a great time staying here! Very creative idea for a VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed this stay!!!

My husband and I rented this cottage for a couples getaway. The Cottage is Amazing!! The artwork is wonderful and such neat finds everywhere we looked! Close to everything too. We will definitely bring our girls back to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and Cozy

We enjoyed our stay! What a cute cottage, just enough space for 2 adults with space to be separate when needed. The outdoor spaces were wonderful, just wish the Louisville weather cooperated more for our visit. It was just so comfortable and cute. Loved all the art sprinkled all over the home, saw something new everyday! Would definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenadine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Leaving Louisville

Short stay on our last weekend before leaving Kentucky. Had a billion things going on, worried about flights, bags, kiddo, move, but didn't have to worry about this rental. Wonderful place, we got another snow and we're stuck in the house most of the weekend. And what a great house to be stuck in! Great communication, exceptionally accomodatingand just the best vibes!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMAZING!

This Cottage awakes a youthfulness and amazement. Super cozy and suprb amenities both indoors and outside. To say the Hosts are Super is a major understatement. MarJie and Dennis bent over backwards to help us with anything needed from check in to check out. We had a blast. A must book cottage for couples.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by MarJie & Dennis

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Dennis and MarJie are both artists that work in a variety of materials; repurposing, repairing, rebuilding and restyling found materials into funky and functional form. Many things in this CoTTaGe were made from something else and come with a story.
What you see here might spark ideas your own!

Why they chose this property

This adorable little cottage is tucked into the treetops with a surprising amount of privacy in the center of the city.
Sunny and shady decks, bricked patio and covered breezeway offer many choices of outdoor comfort, rain or shine.

What makes this property unique

This house is close to many choices of activities, dining, night life and loaded with interesting and entertaining items. Easy access to Churchill Downs, YUM center, Convention Center, NuLu, Highlands, and Downtown. Minutes from the Falls of the Ohio Devonian Fossil Beds, Waterfront Park, Mulhammed Ali Center, Slugger Museum, Louisville ZOO and Kentucky Kingdom.

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