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Charming Historic Getaway in the Heart of Lou!
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2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 4 1018 sq ft
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Louisville, KY
- University of Louisville20 min walk
- Kentucky International Convention Center2 min drive
- KFC Yum Center3 min drive
- Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)7 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Office
Dining area
About this property
Charming Historic Getaway in the Heart of Lou!
Summary:
Step into our beautifully renovated two-story condo in the historic district of Old Louisville. This charming building features four unique units, and our two-bedroom, one-bath retreat boasts hardwood floors and cozy rugs, blending traditional décor with historic charm.
With a fully equipped kitchen, you’ll feel right at home. Enjoy the rich history of Old Louisville while being just a short drive from downtown, the University of Louisville, and nearby hospitals. Relax in a space that reflects the area's captivating past!
The Space:
ACCESS TYPE:
▻ Guests have access to the entire home.
ENTRANCE:
▻ Access the home through the front door with a unique door code. Upon entry, you have to go up the strairs.
MAIN FLOOR:
▻ Spacious living space with a cozy sofa set and tv
▻ Bedroom 1- w/ a queen-sized bed
▻ Bedroom 2- w/ a queen-sized bed
▻ Full bathroom w/ tub
▻ Kitchen- w/ modern appliances (fridge, stove, oven) and silverware
HIGHLIGHTS:
▻ Self Check-In with Keyless Entry
▻ Off-street parking available located at the back of the property for 1 vehicle.
▻ Patio
ACCESSIBILITY:
▻ Stairs to reach the main floor
Guest Access:
PARKING:
▻ Off-street parking available located at the back of the property for 1 vehicle. Street parking is also available
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:
▻ Norton Hospital - 5 minutes drive
▻ UofL Hospital - 5 minutes drive
▻ Nulu - 6 minutes drive
▻ Downtown - 6 minutes drive
▻ Kentucky Expo Center - 11 minutes drive
▻ Muhammad Ali Center - 9 minutes drive
▻ KFC Yum Center - 8 minutes drive
▻ Churchill Downs - 8 minutes drive
▻ Louisville Slugger Museum - 9 minutes drive
▻ Kentucky Science Center - 9 minutes drive
▻ Waterfront Park - 9 minutes drive
▻ Louisville Mega Cavern - 15 minutes drive
Nearby Favorite Breakfast / Coffee Spots:
▻ Butchertown Bakery - 8 minutes drive
▻ Biscuit Belly - Nulu - 7 minutes drive
▻ Big Bad Breakfast - 9 minutes drive
Nearby Favorite Lunch Spots:
▻ Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - 9 minutes drive
▻ Mayan Café - 7 minutes drive
▻ Feast BBQ - 7 minutes drive
▻ Garage Bar - 7 minutes drive
▻ Toast on Market - 9 minutes drive
Nearby Favorite Dinner Spots:
▻ Jack Fry's - 7 minutes drive
▻ Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse & Raw Bar - 9 minutes drive
▻ The Eagle - 7 minutes drive
▻ Decca Restaurant - 8 minutes drive
▻ Against the Grain Brewery & Smokehouse - 9 minutes drive
Nearby Favorite Bourbon Distilleries:
▻ Angel's Envy Distillery - 7 minutes drive
▻ Evan Williams Bourbon Experience - 9 minutes drive
▻ Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. - 9 minutes drive
▻ Old Forester Distillery - 9 minutes drive
▻ Rabbit Hole Distillery - 8 minutes drive
Nearby Favorite Bars:
▻ Meta - 8 minutes drive
▻ Hell or High Water - 8 minutes drive
▻ Haymarket Whiskey Bar - 8 minutes drive
▻ Proof on Main - 9 minutes drive
▻ Taj Louisville - 7 minutes 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 is an exterior camera installed above the window next to the front door, it is on and recording 24/7.
Step into our beautifully renovated two-story condo in the historic district of Old Louisville. This charming building features four unique units, and our two-bedroom, one-bath retreat boasts hardwood floors and cozy rugs, blending traditional décor with historic charm.
With a fully equipped kitchen, you’ll feel right at home. Enjoy the rich history of Old Louisville while being just a short drive from downtown, the University of Louisville, and nearby hospitals. Relax in a space that reflects the area's captivating past!
The Space:
ACCESS TYPE:
▻ Guests have access to the entire home.
ENTRANCE:
▻ Access the home through the front door with a unique door code. Upon entry, you have to go up the strairs.
MAIN FLOOR:
▻ Spacious living space with a cozy sofa set and tv
▻ Bedroom 1- w/ a queen-sized bed
▻ Bedroom 2- w/ a queen-sized bed
▻ Full bathroom w/ tub
▻ Kitchen- w/ modern appliances (fridge, stove, oven) and silverware
HIGHLIGHTS:
▻ Self Check-In with Keyless Entry
▻ Off-street parking available located at the back of the property for 1 vehicle.
▻ Patio
ACCESSIBILITY:
▻ Stairs to reach the main floor
Guest Access:
PARKING:
▻ Off-street parking available located at the back of the property for 1 vehicle. Street parking is also available
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:
▻ Norton Hospital - 5 minutes drive
▻ UofL Hospital - 5 minutes drive
▻ Nulu - 6 minutes drive
▻ Downtown - 6 minutes drive
▻ Kentucky Expo Center - 11 minutes drive
▻ Muhammad Ali Center - 9 minutes drive
▻ KFC Yum Center - 8 minutes drive
▻ Churchill Downs - 8 minutes drive
▻ Louisville Slugger Museum - 9 minutes drive
▻ Kentucky Science Center - 9 minutes drive
▻ Waterfront Park - 9 minutes drive
▻ Louisville Mega Cavern - 15 minutes drive
Nearby Favorite Breakfast / Coffee Spots:
▻ Butchertown Bakery - 8 minutes drive
▻ Biscuit Belly - Nulu - 7 minutes drive
▻ Big Bad Breakfast - 9 minutes drive
Nearby Favorite Lunch Spots:
▻ Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - 9 minutes drive
▻ Mayan Café - 7 minutes drive
▻ Feast BBQ - 7 minutes drive
▻ Garage Bar - 7 minutes drive
▻ Toast on Market - 9 minutes drive
Nearby Favorite Dinner Spots:
▻ Jack Fry's - 7 minutes drive
▻ Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse & Raw Bar - 9 minutes drive
▻ The Eagle - 7 minutes drive
▻ Decca Restaurant - 8 minutes drive
▻ Against the Grain Brewery & Smokehouse - 9 minutes drive
Nearby Favorite Bourbon Distilleries:
▻ Angel's Envy Distillery - 7 minutes drive
▻ Evan Williams Bourbon Experience - 9 minutes drive
▻ Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. - 9 minutes drive
▻ Old Forester Distillery - 9 minutes drive
▻ Rabbit Hole Distillery - 8 minutes drive
Nearby Favorite Bars:
▻ Meta - 8 minutes drive
▻ Hell or High Water - 8 minutes drive
▻ Haymarket Whiskey Bar - 8 minutes drive
▻ Proof on Main - 9 minutes drive
▻ Taj Louisville - 7 minutes 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 is an exterior camera installed above the window next to the front door, it is on and recording 24/7.
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Amenities
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Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
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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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number LIC-STL-24-01020
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.
About the area
Louisville
Old Louisville, a neighbourhood in Louisville, is home to this holiday home. KFC Yum Center and Louisville Slugger Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Kentucky Kingdom and Louisville Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium or Churchill Downs.

Louisville, KY
What's nearby
- University of Louisville - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
- Fourth Street Live! - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
- Kentucky International Convention Center - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
- KFC Yum Center - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
- Louisville Slugger Museum - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Service Station - 14 min walk
- Taco Bell - 15 min walk
- Old Louisville Coffee Co-Op - 8 min walk
- The House Lounge - 8 min walk
- Burger Boy - 13 min walk
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