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This 6-bedroom vacation home close to a theme park accommodates 16 guests. It features 1 hot tub and offers a patio for outdoor relaxation. Families can enjoy activities like hiking, biking, and fishing nearby, along with attractions such as Cherokee Park and The Bard's Town. Golf options are also available nearby.
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.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Bring the whole crew. This historic Highlands mansion sleeps 16 across 6 king bedrooms, with two full kitchens, two living rooms, and a private hot tub in a fenced half-acre backyard — steps from Bardstown Road and the perfect launch pad for your Bourbon Trail run.
• Sleeps 16 — 6 bedrooms, every one with a king bed • 9 beds: 6 kings + queen sofa bed + 2 twin fold-outs • TWO full kitchens — early risers brew coffee downstairs while night owls close out the evening upstairs • Private hot tub, gas fire pit, and deck on a half-acre fenced yard • Long private driveway with onsite parking for 6+ vehicles, plus easy street parking on our extra-wide street • 2 living rooms with 65" smart TVs — plus a Pac-Man arcade machine and Xbox • 5 renovated bathrooms, including a 1st-floor ensuite with spa shower • 3 stories, 4,500 sq ft of restored historic charm
Walking distance to coffee shops, restaurants, and a brewery 12 min to Downtown Louisville • 14 min to Churchill Downs • 13 min to the Expo Center (normal traffic)
Bedroom Layout — Sleeps 16
1st Floor • Bedroom 1 — King bed + twin fold-out, ensuite spa bathroom • Bedroom 2 — King bed, full bathroom across the hallway
2nd Floor • Bedroom 3 — King bed, Jack-and-Jill bathroom (shared with Bedroom 4) • Bedroom 4 — King bed, Jack-and-Jill bathroom (shared with Bedroom 3) • TV lounge — Queen sofa bed, full bathroom nearby
3rd Floor • Bedroom 5 — King bed, full bathroom down the hallway (shared with Bedroom 6) • Bedroom 6 — King bed + twin fold-out, full bathroom down the hallway (shared with Bedroom 5)
Good to know: • The outdoor spaces — deck, hot tub, and fire pit — are all yours to enjoy. We're in a quiet residential neighborhood, so we ask for quiet outdoors between 10 PM and 8 AM. No parties or events; registered guests only. • High-demand dates (Kentucky Derby & Oaks, Bourbon & Beyond, Louder Than Life) follow the stricter cancellation terms shown at checkout, and all stays require our signed rental agreement and ID verification. • Exterior surveillance covers the parking area and garage only — no interior cameras. • Planning a corporate retreat or Bourbon Trail group trip? Message us — we host them often.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
IMPORTANT: FOR BOOKINGS DURING KENTUCKY DERBY-NO REFUNDS FOR CANCELLATIONS. Guest must sign Renter Agreement. NO SMOKING / NO PARTIES / NO PETS.
Minimum age to rent is 24. Security Deposit required up to $300. Cancellation Fee may apply.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number 928686
Property # 4522740
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Large events are prohibited per our city permit
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 Highlands Douglass, a neighbourhood in Louisville, this holiday home is near theme parks. KFC Yum Center and Louisville Slugger Museum are cultural highlights, or if an activity is on the agenda, check out Louisville Mega Cavern. Travelling with kids? Make time for Kentucky Kingdom, or head to an event or a match at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking.
Kentucky International Convention Center - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
Kentucky Exposition Center - 10 min drive - 11.6 km
Getting around
Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 9 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min walk
Sunergos Coffee - 20 min walk
First Watch - 10 min walk
Sapporo Japanese Grill & Sushi - 16 min walk
Noche Mexican BBQ - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is 6BR/5 Bath|Hot Tub|Parking|2 Kitchens/Living Rooms pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 6BR/5 Bath|Hot Tub|Parking|2 Kitchens/Living Rooms?
As of 24 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 6BR/5 Bath|Hot Tub|Parking|2 Kitchens/Living Rooms on 28 Sept 2026 start from £969, 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 6BR/5 Bath|Hot Tub|Parking|2 Kitchens/Living Rooms?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 6BR/5 Bath|Hot Tub|Parking|2 Kitchens/Living Rooms?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 6BR/5 Bath|Hot Tub|Parking|2 Kitchens/Living Rooms?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 6BR/5 Bath|Hot Tub|Parking|2 Kitchens/Living Rooms located?
This family-friendly Louisville holiday home is located in Highlands Douglass, within 2 mi (3 km) of Cherokee Park and UofL Health - Peace Hospital. Louisville Zoo and Bardstown Square Shopping Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Beautifully appointed, grand old home. Rooms are spacious, including two sitting areas providing plenty of space to spread out. Two kitchens make for plenty of preparation space for a large group. Five bathrooms give families privacy. Kristin and Eric are responsive and attentive.
Really cool house, clean, safe, great hosts, it was excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2025
Thank you, Peter! 🌟 We’re so glad you enjoyed the house and felt safe, clean, and well taken care of. It was our pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Great stay and spacious accommodations. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2025
Thank you, Jennifer! 🌟 We’re so glad you enjoyed the spacious accommodations and had a great stay. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would be delighted to host you again anytime!
Fantastic stay for 5 couples celebrating a 50th birthday. We LOVED the house. We cooked breakfast everyday, made steaks for dinner one night and played games in the living room in the evenings. It was perfect!
Very clean house we had a very pleasant day. Communication with the owners was very good. I would definitely recommend this house for anybody wanting to stay in the Louisville area
Thank you for the great review! We're glad you enjoyed the house and found everything clean and comfortable. We appreciate you staying with us and hope to host you again in the future.
This property is awesome! Everything was clean and stocked very well. The location was close to anything we needed and the communication with the host was great as well. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2026
Thank you for the great review! We're glad you found the home clean, well stocked, and conveniently located for your stay. We always try to make communication easy for guests, so we appreciate you mentioning that as well. We'd be happy to host you again anytime.
Great home with lots of space. Bedrooms are large and plenty of room to relax. Recent snow had been cleared off the driveway for good access. The house had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2026
Thank you for the kind review! We're glad the home had plenty of space for your stay and that everything worked well for your group. We're also happy the driveway access was clear after the snow so your arrival was easy. We appreciate you staying with us and hope to host you again in the future.
The place was just as described. Location was great. It was clean and perfect for our trip. Host communicated really well. I recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2026
Thank you for the great review! We're glad the home was just as described and that the location worked well for your trip. It's also great to hear communication made things easy during your stay. We appreciate you staying with us and would be happy to host you again anytime.
Perfect for a friends trip. Plenty of space and comfortable large rooms with great bathrooms. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2026
Thank you for the great review! We're glad the home worked well for your friends trip and that you enjoyed the spacious rooms and comfortable setup. We appreciate you staying with us and hope to host you again in the future.
Everything was great. We had a party of 15. Everyone had their own space. Very clean and well equipped with everything we needed away from home. Will definitely be booking again when in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2026
hank you for the wonderful review! We're glad the home worked well for your group and that everyone had their own space while still being able to spend time together. It's great to hear you found everything clean and well equipped. We would love to host you again anytime you're back in the area.
A tremendous house. Everyone enjoyed the stay. House had everything we needed. Host is terrific!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2025
Thank you, James! 🌟 We’re thrilled to hear your group enjoyed the house and that it had everything you needed. We truly appreciate your kind words about the hosting and would be delighted to welcome you back anytime!
It was a perfect house. Huge and well decorated. It's in a great location to plenty of shops and restaurants. The host, Kristen, was very responsive! Highly recommend this house for any group, small or large!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2025
Thank you, Patrick! 🌟 We’re thrilled to hear you loved the house, décor, and location. Kristen will be glad to know her responsiveness made a difference, too. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would be delighted to host you again anytime!
Great place plenty of room for 6 people to be comfortable.
Clean
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2026
Thank you for the great review. We are glad the home had plenty of space for your group and that everything was clean and comfortable during your stay. We appreciate you visiting and hope to welcome you back again.
Beautiful historical home with modern amenities. Clean and Very spacious with 2 comfortable living areas and kitchens. Decor beautiful, toiletries provided and some kitchen extras like paper towels, k-pods and sugar. Neighborhood is charming and is in walking distance of many restaurants, bars and shops. Recommend highly!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're glad you enjoyed the historic character of the home along with the modern amenities and spacious layout. It's great to hear the location and nearby restaurants added to your stay. We'd love to host you again anytime.
Great location. Beautiful home that met all of our needs. Host was easy to work with. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2026
Thank you for the great review. We are glad the home worked well for your stay and that you enjoyed the location and overall experience. We appreciate you staying with us and hope to welcome you back again.
Host and Home was amazing! Plenty of room for all of us, it was great!Wasn’t as close walking distance as I thought to some of the places around the home but we had our cars so didn’t really impact our stay.Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2026
Thank you for the great review. We are glad the home worked well for your group and that you enjoyed your stay. We appreciate you staying with us and hope to welcome you back again.
Finished a five day trip to Lexington and Louisville with a two night stay at this fantastic house. It was perfect for our group of ten friends. Super clean and well appointed! We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
About the host
Hosted by Kristen D
Kristen, a Louisville native and experienced short-term rental hostess, provides guests with a unique taste of the city. Her rentals are warmly decorated to embody the local culture and her attention to detail ensures a clean space that's stylish and inviting. Whether visiting to explore Kentucky's great outdoors or learn more about its famous horses and bourbon industry, Kristen has something for everyone. She is proud to be able to welcome guests in to experience all of what her hometown has to offer!
Why they chose this property
Stay in the heart of Louisville’s vibrant Highlands-Douglass neighborhood!
• Charming home in a park-like setting, reminiscent of New York or Chicago
• Steps from Bardstown Rd’s eclectic shops, cozy coffee spots, and craft breweries
• Saturday’s Douglass Loop Farmers Market, on the corner, offers fresh, local produce
• Walkable to bakeries and more—perfect for an urban yet cozy retreat
What makes this property unique
The Highlands Mansion offers over 4,000 Square feet with plenty of room for multiple couples or guests as a retreat for enjoying the Derby City. The open, yet private floor plan allows you to enjoy time together with your friends, while everyone has their own spaces. The homes charm was preserved with the original two hundred year old wood floors and stained glass windows which provide a historic feel, while the carefully chosen decor warms up the space for a truly comfortable stay.
The space is a complete park like setting in the historic Highlands area in Louisville. The central location near Douglass loop is a multi-cultural shopping area dedicated to arts, locals, a weekly farmers market, nightlife and a brewery. This gives you a lot to do before you even need to walk an entire block.
Languages:
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests