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Walk to Whiskey Row & KICC | Downtown Group Stay 16+ guests | 7 bedrooms | 15 beds | 7 baths

Holiday home with kitchen, 8-minute walk to KFC Yum Center

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Howard Hardy House
Bathroom
Private Suite
Kitchen
Living Room 2

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Louisville, KY
  • Place, Fourth Street Live!
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kentucky International Convention Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, KFC Yum Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 7

4 Double Beds

7 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office

About this property

Walk to Whiskey Row & KICC | Downtown Group Stay 16+ guests | 7 bedrooms | 15 beds | 7 baths

Summary:

This historic Downtown home is designed for groups who want comfort, character, and connection under one roof. With seven bedrooms across four levels, multiple kitchens and lounges, and private bathrooms, it balances privacy and togetherness in a way few homes can. High ceilings, hardwood floors, and architectural detail carry its story, while modern updates and well thought out amenities make gathering easy. Easily walkable to KICC, Whiskey Row and 4th Street Live the city is yours to explore.



The Space:

The Howard Hardy House is a historic downtown landmark built in the 1880s and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. With seven bedrooms, multiple kitchens, and gathering spaces on every level, it offers a rare balance of privacy and connection for large groups. Hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, and preserved architectural detail set the tone, while updated bathrooms, WiFi, and TVs make group travel effortless.



7 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms (mix of ensuites + shared)

3 kitchens with essentials for group meals

3 living rooms across multiple levels

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places

Washer/dryer + practical comforts for extended stays

Private parking for 2 cars + additional street options



🛋️ Living Spaces



With three lounges spread across the home, there’s room for both gathering as a group and slipping away for quieter moments:

Main Living Room



Central gathering hub with original hardwood detail

Easy flow to main kitchen + dining

Perfect for conversation, morning coffee, or pre-dinner cocktails



Second Floor Lounge



Comfortable sitting room away from the bustle

Great for reading, quiet chats, or late-night TV



Third Floor Lounge



Tucked retreat with cozy seating + natural light

Convenient for guests staying on upper levels



🛏️ Bedrooms & Bathrooms



Each bedroom has its own character, with a thoughtful mix of king suites, queen rooms, and a flexible loft. Bathrooms are spread throughout to keep mornings smooth.

🏠First Floor



2 King bedrooms, each with private ensuite bath



🏠⬆ Second Floor

- King bedroom with ensuite

- Queen bunk room with ensuite (queen + twin bunks)

-Additional queen bedroom with nearby shared bath



🏠⬆⬆ Third Floor



- Queen bedroom with ensuite

- Additional shared bath for convenience



🏠⬆⬆⬆ Fourth Floor Loft



Spacious loft with 4 double beds—perfect for cousins, kids, or friends



🛁Bathrooms



There are 7 bathrooms in total across the home.

- There's a mix of ensuites + shared options for group ease



🍳 Kitchens & Dining



With three separate kitchens, meals can happen all together or in smaller, flexible groups. Each is stocked with the essentials:

- Full cookware, dishware, and coffee makers

- Ample counter space for meal prep

- Dining tables for shared group meals

- Easy access from living spaces





🌿 Outdoor & Parking



The front steps of Howard Hardy open directly onto Louisville’s vibrant downtown streetscape. Green spaces and the riverfront are just a walk away.

2 private parking spots behind the home

Additional metered + street parking nearby



The Neighborhood:

The Howard Hardy House sits in the heart of downtown Louisville. Step outside and you’re within walking reach of restaurants, music, museums, and nightlife. Stroll Main Street, explore Whiskey Row, or head to a show before returning home to historic comfort.

Walk to dining, music, and cultural venues

Easy access to Riverfront Park + historic Main Street

Central location with everything at your doorstep

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed
Charge may apply
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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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 16MISC1082

About the area

Louisville

Downtown Louisville, a neighbourhood in Louisville, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Louisville Mega Cavern, while KFC Yum Center and Louisville Slugger Museum are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Churchill Downs, and consider making time for Kentucky Kingdom, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Louisville, KY

What's nearby

  • Fourth Street Live! - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kentucky International Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Louisville Palace - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • KFC Yum Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Whiskey Row - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Porch Kitchen and Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Falls City Market - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Library Bar At The Omni - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Parlour - Downtown Louisville - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Louisville Marriott - Concierge Level Lounge - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Walk to Whiskey Row & KICC | Downtown Group Stay 16+ guests | 7 bedrooms | 15 beds | 7 baths have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Walk to Whiskey Row & KICC | Downtown Group Stay 16+ guests | 7 bedrooms | 15 beds | 7 baths pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Walk to Whiskey Row & KICC | Downtown Group Stay 16+ guests | 7 bedrooms | 15 beds | 7 baths?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Whiskey Row & KICC | Downtown Group Stay 16+ guests | 7 bedrooms | 15 beds | 7 baths?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Whiskey Row & KICC | Downtown Group Stay 16+ guests | 7 bedrooms | 15 beds | 7 baths?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Whiskey Row & KICC | Downtown Group Stay 16+ guests | 7 bedrooms | 15 beds | 7 baths located?

Located in Downtown Louisville, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Jewish Hospital and KFC Yum Center. Kentucky International Convention Center and Louisville Slugger Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and felt secure. Easy walk to the Yum Center.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place that is perfect for large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Very nice location, attentive host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our large group. Jack did a wonderful job communicating. It was clean and comfortable. Very unique house and perfect location if you want to be downtown.
40 & 50 Birthday Bash
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! The house is in a great location and can fit a larger group. It was clean and communication was really easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

George F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Property

We had a group of 12 of us stay and everyone couldn’t stop commenting at how large and convenient the space was. Very close to all of the major attractions and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place

Huge house, plenty of room for our whole group, well located downtown. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun and historic

The property was amazing for our stay and we all enjoyed our individual suites. The location is ideal for what we did and whole the neighbors might look rough they are very nice and friendly. If I come back to Louisville I'll look this place up again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Leadership Offsite

We had a leadership offsite in Louisville, and the property was perfect for our team! The communication and check-in process was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bachelor Party

The house is huge and in a good location. It took a little bit to get our bearings because it’s a unique layout but it has plenty of space and if you are in the bedrooms you can’t hear if other people are awake or making noise which is nice for larger groups. The location is walking distance from most of what we wanted to do. There are a lot of people walking around and sleeping outside the front door but it was never threatening or anything like that. The owners were very responsive and helpful and overall the place was awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Louisville Stay

Great home - updated historical home in great location. Easy walk to distilleries downtown and restaurants. Comfortable beds and great space to enjoy friends company. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Very large property with lots to offer

We stayed with 10 for a work trip. The location is right in the heart of downtown, which is great; however, that also comes with a significant number of homeless individuals very close to the property (including sleeping on our front step). The manager was very responsive and tried his best to help. Just know that you will be interacting with squatters right outside your door.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cesar C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

Perfect location. Walking distance to anything we needed. Plenty of room for everyone. We will be booking again for next year!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Great location, parking isn’t the best for a larger group but the property itself and the location were perfect. Walked almost everywhere we went!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic spot

Heart of Louisville so everything was walkable. House is huge with plenty of space but enough closed off space for privacy. If I visit Louisville again, I’ll be using this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Work trip for a larger group.

We had a fantastic experience staying at this beautiful historic home in downtown Louisville. The house itself is impeccably clean, tastefully furnished, and full of character—exactly what you'd hope for in a historic property. It was also incredibly comfortable and spacious, easily accommodating our team of seven, with everyone enjoying their own separate space to relax and recharge.The host was outstanding—extremely responsive and kind throughout our stay. We had a small hiccup with parking (which was due to an external factor and not the host’s fault), but it was addressed quickly and professionally. We truly appreciated the level of care and communication.The location couldn’t be better—close to all that downtown Louisville has to offer, while the house still provided a quiet and peaceful retreat at the end of each day. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a unique and comfortable stay in the city!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house for large groups

Large house well outfitted for groups of family or friends. Close to Whiskey Row, later night options for food/drinks closeby across the street at the Omni hotel. Lots of communication throughout the stay from the owners. Great stay - thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay in Downtown

We came here for a bachelor party and everyone's minds are still blown about how neat and unique this property was. Perfect location in walking distance to pretty much everything downtown. Tons of space, and extremely comfortable living conditions. 100% am looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Jackie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, unique "neighbors"

House is central to everything you need by foot or scooter. Perfect set up inside for small or large groups. Make sure front door is locked at all times, as neighbors from the homeless shelter congregate on the front steps of the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

james m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great experience

Had a great weekend touring distilleries with friends. Place was spacious clean and well kept. Check in process was easy. Location is downtown with some displaced individuals in the vicinity so be aware.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for a large group

We stayed here for a large friend's weekend and the size/layout of the property was great to accommodate so many people while still giving a bit of privacy. Loved that there were several bathrooms on each floor (at least 1 per room) and the separate suite. The living spaces were also nice and spacious for all of us to be together. The location is walkable and everything we did was within a 5-10 minute drive which made it very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great space!

This house is great for personal space. It has almost apartment like spaces for everything with several entry points. It worked great for our team!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob J., Akron

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bourbon trial

Me and some friends visited the bourbon trail. The location of the house made it easy to visit the surrounding distilleries. We were also able to walk to 4th street live and even New Lou. The house reminded us of something from Alice and Wonderland, different rooms and doors through the house, we enjoyed learning the layout of the place. Everything was clean and organized and we enjoyed are stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

college friends get together

We were impressed from the beginning with the communication and ease of getting our questions answered--great job Eugene. The house is in a great location for walking to many activities. We had plenty of room for 12 single guys. We had all of the amenities needed. Very happy--thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jack

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Owned Premier Fitness at 24.Became COO at 28. Working KW Commercial Real Estate with Geoff Wilkinson. Love Green Energy Economy and Fortunately Offering Solar and Wind Financing for Commercial Projects with EvoEarth. Starting Bridal Solutions with Newell Fox. Youngest of 3 kids (Jill, Jan) with all family names start with "J" = Jim, Donna Jean, Jill, Jan, Jack. 2 favorite nieces - Elizabeth and Evelyn

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