Cozy Historic Retreat | Heart of the Highlands!

Summary:
Discover Louisville’s vibrant Highlands from this charming 100+ year-old home on Bardstown Rd. This updated 1-bedroom, 1-bath retreat offers Roku TVs, high-speed Wi-Fi, a fully equipped kitchen, and modern amenities for a comfortable stay. Perfect for Bourbon Trail travelers, foodies, business guests, or weekend getaways, it’s steps from eclectic boutiques, top restaurants, and lively bars. With self check-in and a dedicated workspace, your ideal Louisville escape awaits. Book your stay now!

The Space:
ACCESS TYPE:
You will have access to Unit 2 ONLY, which is located on the second floor. Other units are rented by other guests as this is a SHARED SPACE.

Disclaimer: No backyard access

FLOOR LAYOUT:
▻ Bedroom 1 - 1x queen bed, closet, work desk, and ceiling fan
▻ Loft - 1 queen bed in the loft as well.
▻ 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

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.
▻ Perfect for business and work travelers
▻ With Wifi, best for guests working remotely and digital nomads
▻ Note: No portable grills allowed


ACCESSIBILITY:
This unit is located on the 2nd floor

UPDATE: garage area is undergoing construction, but it is outside of the building.

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

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.