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Living Room  1 - Unit 1 - Unwind & Watch – Comfortable seating with a Smart TV for entertainment.
Living Room 2- Unit 2 - Cozy & Inviting – Relax in this stylish and comfortable living space.
Bedroom 4- Unit 3 - Open & Inviting – A stylish studio with a plush queen bed.
Backyard: Enjoy the fresh air and tranquility of this charming outdoor space.
Kitchen - Unit 1 - Cook & Dine – Everything you need for homemade meals.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102544 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Louisville, KY
  • Louisville Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Louisville Mega Cavern
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Kentucky Exposition Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Dining area

About this property

Historic Highlands Retreat | Prime Location Gem

Summary:
Located in the heart of the Highlands, this charming 100+ year-old home offers three separate living spaces, perfect for groups of up to 8. Enjoy modern updates, Roku TVs, high-speed WiFi, and a prime location steps from top restaurants, bars, and shops. Just a short drive to Churchill Downs, NuLu, downtown, the Louisville Zoo, and the Kentucky Expo Center. A perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and unbeatable location for exploring all Louisville has to offer!

The Space:
ACCESS TYPE:
Guests have access to the entire home (4 units)

FLOOR LAYOUT:

STUDIO UNIT (1st Floor):
▻ Sleeping area - features a queen size bed, closet, and ceiling fan
▻ Full Bathroom - toilet, shower, and basic toiletries
▻ Living Room - featuring a comfortable sofa and Smart TV
▻ Kitchenette - microwave, fridge, freezer, stove, and keurig coffee maker

UNIT 1 (1st Floor):
▻ Bedroom 1 - 1x queen bed, ceiling fan
▻ Full Bathroom - toilet, shower, and basic toiletries (Inside Bedroom 2)
▻ Living Room - featuring a comfortable sofa, Smart TV and Ms. Pac-Man for entertainment
▻ Kitchen - Full kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, toaster, and keurig coffee maker

UNIT 2 (2nd Floor):
▻ Bedroom 1 - 1x queen bed, closet, work desk, and ceiling fan
▻ Bedroom 2- loft/attic room with a queen-sized bed
▻ Full Bathroom - toilet, shower, and basic toiletries
▻ Living Room - featuring a comfortable sofa and Smart TV
▻ Kitchenette - microwave, fridge, freezer, keurig coffee maker, and toaster


UNIT 3 - Studio Unit (2nd Floor):
▻ Studio unit with 1x queen bed, Smart TV, and ceiling fan
▻ Full Bathroom - toilet, shower, and basic toiletries
▻ Kitchenette - microwave, fridge, freezer, keurig coffee maker, and toaster

HIGHLIGHTS:
▻ Self Check-in
▻ Prime location in the heart of the Highlands, within walking distance of top restaurants, bars, and shops.
▻ Recently updated with new furniture, Roku TVs, and high-speed Internet.
▻ Street parking and available at the back of the property.

ACCESSIBILITY:
This home consists of 4 units on 2 floors

NOTE: No portable grills allowed

Guest Access:
PARKING:
▻ Street parking and available at the back of the property. Each unit is allocated one parking lane, which can fit up to two cars parked back-to-back (maximum of 6 cars across 3 lanes total).

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
▻ Kentucky Expo Center - 10-minute drive
▻ Churchill Downs - 10-minute drive
▻ Nulu - 8-minute drive
▻ Downtown - 10-minute drive
▻ Muhammad Ali Center - 12-minute drive
▻ KFC YUM Center - 10-minute drive
▻ Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory - 12-minute drive
▻ Kentucky Science Center - 12-minute drive
▻ Waterfront Park - 10-minute drive
▻ Louisville Mega Cavern - 10-minute drive
▻ Derby City Gaming Casino - 12-minute drive
▻ Germantown - 5-minute drive

Nearby Favorite Breakfast / Coffee Spots
▻ Butchertown Bakery - 10-minute drive
▻ Biscuit Belly - Nulu - 8-minute drive
▻ Big Bad Breakfast - 10-minute drive
▻ Scooters - 5-minute drive

Nearby Favorite Lunch Spots
▻ Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - 12-minute drive
▻ Mayan Café - 8-minute drive
▻ Feast BBQ - 8-minute drive
▻ Garage Bar - 8-minute drive
▻ Toast on Market - 10-minute drive

Nearby Favorite Dinner Spots
▻ Jack Fry's - 5-minute drive
▻ Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse & Raw Bar - 10-minute drive
▻ The Eagle - 10-minute drive
▻ Decca Restaurant - 10-minute drive
▻ Against the Grain Brewery & Smokehouse - 10-minute drive

Nearby Favorite Bourbon Distilleries
▻ Angel's Envy Distillery - 10-minute drive
▻ Evan Williams Bourbon Experience - 12-minute drive
▻ Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. - 12-minute drive
▻ Old Forester Distillery - 10-minute drive
▻ Rabbit Hole Distillery - 8-minute drive

Nearby Favorite Bars
▻ Meta - 10-minute drive
▻ Hell or High Water - 10-minute drive
▻ Haymarket Whiskey Bar - 10-minute drive
▻ Proof on Main - 12-minute drive
▻ Taj Louisville - 10-minute 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 are exterior cameras installed above unit 1’s front door, above unit 2’s back door at above the common front door of unit 2 and 3. It is on and recording 24/7 to help ensure the safety of you and the property during your stay.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Important information

You need to know

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
Property Registration Number LIC-STL-24-01261

About the area

Louisville

Bonnycastle, 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 Louisville Zoo and Kentucky Kingdom. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium or Churchill Downs.
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Louisville, KY

What's nearby

  • Louisville Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • University of Louisville - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • KFC Yum Center - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Louisville Mega Cavern - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Kentucky Exposition Center - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Noche Mexican BBQ - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mark's Feed Store - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Shenanigans Irish Grille - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪BoomBozz Pizza & Taphouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Qdoba Mexican Eats - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Highlands Retreat | Prime Location Gem pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Highlands Retreat | Prime Location Gem?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Highlands Retreat | Prime Location Gem?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Highlands Retreat | Prime Location Gem located?

Located in Bonnycastle, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cherokee Park and UofL Health - Peace Hospital. Louisville Zoo and Peterson-Dumesnil House are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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