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Cheerful 8-Bedroom, 6-Bath Historic Mansion in Derby City – Ideal Vacation Home!

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An aerial view of a residential area with a large house surrounded by trees and a pond.
A grand piano in a room with teal walls, a white fireplace, and a large mirror.
A sunlit room with large windows, a dining table, chairs, a colorful rug, and a potted plant.
A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a patterned ottoman, a fireplace, and a bookshelf filled with books.
A spacious living room with a large television, leather armchair, sofa, ottoman, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
8 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 25

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Louisville, KY
  • Place, Kentucky International Convention Center
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Kentucky Exposition Center
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Kentucky Kingdom
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 25)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

3 Single Bunk Beds and 3 Single Beds

Bedroom 8

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Single Futon

4 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Full Bath 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Full Bath 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Full Bath 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Full Bath 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Half Bath 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Half Bath 6

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cheerful 8-Bedroom, 6-Bath Historic Mansion in Derby City – Ideal Vacation Home!

Stay in a Landmark Historic Mansion – The Abraham L. Williams House in Derby City, Louisville, KY!
This stunning 8-bedroom, 6-bath mansion is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and recognized by the Kentucky Heritage Council for its architectural and historical significance. Perfect for families, large groups, reunions, or anyone seeking extra space indoors and out!

Enjoy modern upgrades while surrounded by rich history. Each bedroom features its own HVAC system and thermostat for personalized comfort. The property sits on 7 serene acres with a private entrance, a small pond, and expansive outdoor entertainment areas — all while maintaining convenient city access.

Located just 20 minutes from Louisville Airport and Churchill Downs, and close to shopping, dining, malls, and major highways. Experience a unique blend of history, comfort, and convenience at this iconic mansion!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Extra event charges will be applied.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
EVENTS/PARTIES allow with prior permission only.Additional fees will be applied Smoking is not allowed Guests to adhere to local laws and regulations

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2511197vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 95
Note from host: Extra event charges will be applied.
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 Louisville, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Louisville Zoo is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Louisville Waterfront Park and Louisville Mega Cavern. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at IceLand Sports Complex or Lynn Family Stadium. Jet skiing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Louisville, KY

What's nearby

  • Kentucky International Convention Center - 16 min drive - 25.7 km
  • Louisville Slugger Museum - 16 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Kentucky Exposition Center - 23 min drive - 32.3 km
  • Kentucky Kingdom - 23 min drive - 33.0 km
  • Churchill Downs - 23 min drive - 31.3 km

Getting around

  • Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lorenzo Corner Pizza & Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jaggers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Penn Station East Coast Subs - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cheerful 8-Bedroom, 6-Bath Historic Mansion in Derby City – Ideal Vacation Home! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cheerful 8-Bedroom, 6-Bath Historic Mansion in Derby City – Ideal Vacation Home!?

As of 1 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cheerful 8-Bedroom, 6-Bath Historic Mansion in Derby City – Ideal Vacation Home! on 14 Aug 2026 start from £1,374, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Cheerful 8-Bedroom, 6-Bath Historic Mansion in Derby City – Ideal Vacation Home!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cheerful 8-Bedroom, 6-Bath Historic Mansion in Derby City – Ideal Vacation Home!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cheerful 8-Bedroom, 6-Bath Historic Mansion in Derby City – Ideal Vacation Home!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cheerful 8-Bedroom, 6-Bath Historic Mansion in Derby City – Ideal Vacation Home! located?

Located in the heart of Louisville, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Norton Children's Medical Center and within 3 miles (5 km) of Springhurst Towne Center Shopping Center and E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park. Chamberlain Pointe Shopping Center and Paddock Shops are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was built in 1855.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Betsy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Big spaces for gathering and quaint spaces when you need a break. Very comfortable beds, all amenities we needed were included, made for a great team bonding weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bianca F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house has lots of room for large gatherings. We were here for a graduation and could accommodate all of our guest from several different states. The only downfall for our group is that we had a handicap guest and the house is not wheelchair accessible (it was built in the 1800s so the doorways are narrow) but that didn’t deter us from having an amazing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

paul r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home for large groups. 12 of us did the bourbon trail over five days. Patio was nice for gathering outside after a long day. Centrally located to the bourbon trail. 20 minutes from downtown Louisville. Owners were great to communicate with. House was clean and as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Benjamin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We brought a large group to a conference in Louisville and it was perfect to have all of us stay together. It was a historic house, full of charm. Only negative was the warm water ran out quickly with so many people.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan M.

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

Great stay

Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun 2022
Great guest!! Left property very clean and we will be happy to host again if visit again in louisville 😀highly recommend to host Thanks Beena
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The property was a perfect fit for our group of 8 guys in town for Bourbon & Beyond - it was a bit off the beaten track but great for relaxing and reconnecting for a group of 65 year old high school buddies.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alec E.

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

Great place to stay!

Really enjoyed the house, very spacious. Great host as well, would recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the spacious house and had a great experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Tammy M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
This house had several good things about it…..but it had several bad things as well. I’m not sure which out weighed the other! For the good….the house is roomy for a big party. It has a very nice large room with a nice amount of setting space for a gathering room…..it has a large dining room……the outdoor space in the back is really great with lots of room for kids to run and play or for adults to just sit around and talk…it is a fun house to explore with all of its idiosyncrasies. Now for the not so good…most of the beds are very uncomfortable!! Several of the beds are not conducive for adults to sleep in….at least not for adults over 30. The house is very old and it definitely smells it!!! It is musty smelling and there was an old urine smell in the room my husband and I stayed in. The grounds were very unkept….grass was high and just did not represent well. The cushions to the outdoor furniture in the front yard need to be thrown away…..they are nasty. We only rented for 1 night so we all sucked it up and made it work but no way would we have stayed longer with the smell and the bed situation. We did not complain to the owner…. After arriving there it was too late to do anything different and we didn’t figure there was much that could have been done to help at that point. I will say the owner was very good at responding to me prior to arriving with questions I had.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exactly what we were looking for to host a large group of 10 people. The host’s communication was excellent and very accommodating. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and spacious. My family and I came to town for a wedding and it was plenty of room for everyone. The owners were wonderful. They answered any question that I had right away.They were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex W.

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

Great Stay!

This place was a perfect stay for my bachelor party! There was a ton of room, the host was very responsive with any questions and it had everything we needed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donald R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Interesting property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle F.

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

Great for a bachelor party

Lots of space and outdoor areas for games and events, yet not overly far from downtown Louisville
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allen H.

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

Great stay!

Hosts were very responsive, great historic property with capacity to host large groups. Beautiful home and grounds!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

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

Golf trip

Absolutely the best accommodations
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa N.

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

wonderfully comfortable

Very neat place. Very satisfying for all of us.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear that you and your group enjoyed your stay. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Visitor

Good stay, quiet location. Easy access to local places
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shari M.

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

Thunder over Louisville family weekend

We needed a property with both indoor and outdoor space to hold our group of 13. This place was perfect! They were responsive to my revisit questions, the checkin and out process was easy and the home was amazing! We hope to book it again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Misty B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique Stay

We loved staying in this house. It had a quirky and unique vibe, which my family enjoyed. The property is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2022
Hey Misty, thanks for the kind words on the review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

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

Large accomodating house, beautiful property

We are fortunate to have found this house and it worked great for our trip. Easy drive in to Louisville and the house itself was a wonderful spot for our group size of 10
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov 2021
It was our pleasure to have Alex & his group at our property. They were very kind and wonderful guest. They kept the property very clean and organized, easy to communicate. Highly recommended and we would welcome them again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed for my friend’s bachelor party and had 14 guys. Had enough beds where no one had to share and plenty of space for different activities throughout the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is lovely - mansion sitting on several acres of wooded land with grassy knolls. There are plenty of bedrooms including two on the first floor. A concern, however, is that there is no full bathroom on the main floor which makes it challenging for anyone who has mobility challenges. Also, the kitchen, although well equipped, needed organizing. The beds are comfy and the patio area was lovely for outside conversations. It's only 20 minutes from Louisville city center which is nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krista M.

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

amazing historic house

The charm of this house is just so cool. It was the perfect size for our group and it was very interesting exploring the rooms. The host is awesome and so helpful if you have questions!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Beena

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As a cosmetologist and owner of a beauty salon, I wear many hats — including helping manage our rental property business. I genuinely love hosting our guests on VRBO, and it's my goal to ensure you have a wonderful stay with us! 😊

During your stay, feel free to reach out to me anytime via call or text. I'm here to help and make your experience as enjoyable as possible!

Why they chose this property

We chose this neighborhood for its unbeatable combination of affordability, historic charm, and convenience. Staying here means experiencing a unique, landmark property with rich history while being right in the heart of town. You'll have quick access to shopping, dining, entertainment, and major highways — everything you need is just moments away!

What makes this property unique

Our property offers a truly unique and peaceful experience with its stylish design and central location. Unlike typical rentals, this spacious, family-friendly home combines historical charm with modern comfort, making it perfect for group gatherings or family vacations. Experience a stay that stands out!

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