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2025 KY Derby 30 min Away ~ Bourbon Trail ~ Hot Tub

Family-friendly cottage in Shelbyville with a hot tub

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 91900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Shelbyville, KY
  • Place, Jeptha Creed Distillery
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, The Outlet Shoppes of the Bluegrass
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Buffalo Trace Distillery
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

2025 KY Derby 30 min Away ~ Bourbon Trail ~ Hot Tub

Step into the gorgeous and unique Shelbyville 3BR, 3Bath home, offering a perfect base for everyone coming to see the exciting saddle-horse farms, horse shows, or stopping by along the Bourbon Trail. If all Shelbyville attractions aren't enough for you, the private, in-house art gallery featuring the artwork of renowned local artists will leave you mesmerized.

✔ 3 Comfortable Bedrooms
✔ Private Art Gallery
✔ Gourmet Kitchen
✔ Backyard
✔Smart TVs
✔High-Speed Wi-Fi

Learn more below!

The charming, spacious, and modern Victorian cottage was recently renovated and designed to provide a comfortable getaway for all visitors looking for a perfect Shelbyville stay. Its authentic setting mixes with outstanding attention to detail to offer the levels of relaxation and convenience that will leave you in awe as you visit the "American Saddlebred Capital of the World" and the distilleries along the famous Bourbon Trail.

As you pass through the gorgeous hallway, you'll notice the beautiful furniture, tastefully picked décor, and stylish finishes enriched by plenty of natural light accenting the hard wood floors. Each room boasts a unique theme complemented by stunning local artwork.

You'll surely notice that we turned the hallway into an awe-inspiring art gallery featuring many exciting works of local artists. Make sure to take some time out of your day to marvel at this lavish space.

Three highly comfortable bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms will provide all the relaxation you need after a long day of following the Bourbon Trail or visiting exciting saddle-horse farms and horse shows.

Finally, this fantastic oasis extends into an outdoor living space with cozy seating areas. Choose from the covered porch area and/or the private backyard where you can unwind and savor this beautiful home's breathtaking environment and arrangement.

★LIVING ROOM★
The living room is perfect for enjoying fun and memorable moments after an eventful day. Find your place on the comfy sofa and enjoy the candle lighting ambiance from inside the fireplace and make sure you check out the gorgeous mural near the front door that pay tribute to Shelbyville's beautiful horses.

✔Chic Sofas with Pillows
✔Smart TV
✔Record Player
✔Decorative Fireplace
✔Comfy Sofa Chairs
✔Stylish Coffee Tables
✔Reading Lamps

★ART GALLERY★
Celebrate renowned local artists' talent by stepping into the private art gallery. You'll get to enjoy the fantastic artwork without having to leave this stunning home. Below are the names of the featured artists.

✔Richard Sullivan
✔ Kayla Weber
✔ Andre Foreman
✔ Sandy Kimura

★KITCHEN & DINING ★
Come to the fully equipped gourmet kitchen and use spacious granite countertops and ample cabinetry full of many state-of-the-art cooking appliances to create tasty homemade meals worthy of the most praised restaurants.

✔ Microwave
✔ Stove
✔ Oven
✔ Refrigerator/Freezer
✔ Dishwasher
✔ Coffee Maker
✔ Toaster
✔ Blender
✔ Sink - Hot & Cold Water
✔ Trays
✔ Glasses
✔ Silverware
✔ Pots & Pans

Get everyone in the kitchen to help with the cooking. Once the food is done, serve it on the inviting dining table and enjoy gourmet meals with your friends and family.

✔ Dining Table with Seating for 6
✔ Kitchen Island with Seating for 2

★ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - 3 BEDROOMS★
Retreat to these comfortable bedrooms, designed and furnished to provide you with all the rest needed after a day of adventuring throughout Shelbyville.

♛Master Bedroom: King Size-Bed, Smart TV (w/Queen Mattress and Built in Air Pump)
♛Bedroom 2: Queen Size-Bed (w/Twin Mattress and Built in Air Pump)
♛Bedroom 3: Queen Size-Bed

✔ Ensuite Bathrooms
✔ Premium Pillows, Linens, and Sheets
✔Sound Machines
✔Ear Plugs
✔Decorative Fireplaces
✔ Closets with Hangers and Shelves
✔Dressers with Spacious Drawers
✔ Night Stands with Reading Lamps

***If more sleeping space is required, please note we have air mattresses available in 2 bedrooms found in the closets.

★ BATHROOMS★
Each of the three bedrooms offer an ensuite bathroom stocked with essential toiletries and fresh towels for maximum comfort and convenience.

✔ Walk-In Shower
✔ Bathtub with a Shower
✔ Vanity (Double in the Master Bath)
✔ Mirror
✔ Toilet
✔ Towels
✔ Hair Dryer
✔ Organic Toiletries

★ COVERED PORCH & BACKYARD★
Spend those warm summer nights under Kentucky's starry sky as you wander around the lush backyard or unwind in the covered porch. We promise that this fairy tale ambiance will keep you coming back.

✔Covered Porch w Seating Areas and privacy blinds and curtains

✔Spacious Backyard

✔BBQ Grill

✔Hot Tub

Look no further than this modern Victorian home for your memorable visit to Shelbyville. We are looking forward to you experiencing it in its complete comfort, style, and coziness.

The home is exclusively yours, without interruption during your stay, so relax, unwind, and make yourself at home.

Other than the already mentioned amenities, our home also comes with:

✔ High-SpeedWi-Fi
✔ Air Conditioning
✔ Air Purifiers in Each Room
✔ Heating
✔ Washer/Dryer
✔ Iron/Board

We will be accessible 24/7 for our guests via phone, text, or the Airbnb app.
Expect a quick and prompt response. We give our guests space but are available for every inquiry.

Contact us now so we can begin arranging your perfect vacation!

Overview

The home is situated in Shelbyville, Kentucky, the town famous as an equestrian stronghold, home to over 80 saddle-horse farms. It is often referred to as the American Saddlebred Capital of the World.
However, you need not be a horse enthusiast to visit this delightful small town in Bluegrass Country, which has a lot to offer visitors. The city is close to Kentucky's famous Bourbon Trail, and you can visit two distilleries without leaving town. You can spend a lovely outdoor day enjoying a wine tasting at Talon Winery. If you want antiques and fine architecture, a visit to the Wakefield-Scearce Galleries is in order. No one should leave without experiencing genuine southern hospitality at the Claudia Sanders Dinner House.

Here are some places of interest you'll surely be looking to visit during your stay:

✔Stargazer Plaza (2 min away)
✔Wakefield-Scearce Galleries (3 min away)
✔Shelby County Community Theatre (3 min away)
✔Clear Creek Park Greenway(4 min away)
✔Mose Dale Park (5 min away)
✔Red Orchard Park (5 min away)
✔Cherokee Primitive Trail (6 min away)
✔Guist Creek Lake & Marina (8 min away)
✔Bulleit Distilling Co. Visitor Experience (9 min away)
✔Claudia Sanders Dinner House (9 min away)
✔Squire Boone Trail Loop (9 min away)
✔Jeptha Creed Distillery (9 min away)
✔Gallrein Farms (10 min away)
✔Talon Winery Shelbyville(12 min away)
✔Mulberry Orchard (15 min away)

***Distance times are calculated if traveling by car.

We recommend that you arrive in a car as it will give you much freedom to explore and enjoy the beautiful town of Shelbyville. There is plenty of free street parking just outside the home.

★ COVID-19 SANITIZATION ★
Heath, safety, and well-being of our guests are of utmost importance. For this reason, we use a thorough cleaning process after each check-out.

★ NO PETS ALLOWED ★
We love those little (and not so little) furry bundles of joy. Sadly, our home is not suitable to accommodate them.

★NO SMOKING INSIDE★
Please refrain from smoking inside the home! Any smoking evidence will result in a fee for odor removal, duct, and furniture cleaning.

★NO PARTIES/EVENTS★
We kindly ask you to treat our home as your own to preserve its pristine condition for future guests and your return visits.

★TRAIN TRACKS PROXIMITY★
Please note that the freight train can occasionally pass along nearby tracks in this town. We have prepared ear plugs in all bedrooms to ensure that nothing will disturb your sleep.

Thank you very much for your understanding.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
Must sign rental agreement upon booking
A $300 security hold will be placed 2 days prior to arrival and released 7 days after departure
Must follow all house rules including but not limited to no pets, no smoking and no parties

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Shelbyville

Located in Shelbyville, this cottage is in the city centre. Jeptha Creed Distillery and Valhalla Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Yew Dell Botanical Gardens and IceLand Sports Complex. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Shelbyville, KY

What's nearby

  • Shelby County Community Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Jeptha Creed Distillery - 8 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Talon Winery - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • The Outlet Shoppes of the Bluegrass - 13 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Buffalo Trace Distillery - 35 min drive - 47.8 km

Getting around

  • Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ken-Tex Bar-B-Q - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Parlay Sports Bar - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 2025 KY Derby 30 min Away ~ Bourbon Trail ~ Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 2025 KY Derby 30 min Away ~ Bourbon Trail ~ Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2025 KY Derby 30 min Away ~ Bourbon Trail ~ Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2025 KY Derby 30 min Away ~ Bourbon Trail ~ Hot Tub located?

This family-friendly cottage is in the centre of Shelbyville, 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Jeptha Creed Distillery and 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from The Outlet Shoppes of the Bluegrass. Beckley Creek Park and Valhalla Golf Club are also within 16 miles (25 km).

About the host

Hosted by Madeline & Jason Blom

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Jason and Madeline love to host and have a variety of properties to offer a different experience at each. We live in Knoxville, TN and have three children we love to explore with.

Why they chose this property

This charming, unique cottage is nestled in a quiet neighborhood just a short drive from great restaurants and local attractions. It is close enough to the Bourbon Trail but also a great property to just book and have a relaxing getaway.

What makes this property unique

This Victorian cottage was built in the 1800s and has been remodeled. However, it still has that beautiful, unique charm to it.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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