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Louisville's Award-Winning Historic Shantyboathouse

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A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a sofa, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A spacious living area with a grey sofa, a coffee table with books, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.
A spacious living area with a large chandelier, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a dining table, a sofa, and a television.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a central chandelier, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to KFC Yum Center

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Louisville, KY
  • Place, Nulu Market Place
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Louisville Waterfront Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Lynn Family Stadium
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Louisville

Located in Downtown Louisville, a neighbourhood in Louisville, this holiday home is near theme parks and near a water park. 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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing and winery tours.
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Louisville, KY

What's nearby

  • Nulu Market Place - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Louisville Waterfront Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lynn Family Stadium - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Louisville Slugger Field - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • KFC Yum Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fifth Third Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Angel's Envy Distillery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Last Refuge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La Bodeguita De Mima - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tartan House - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Louisville's Award-Winning Historic Shantyboathouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Louisville's Award-Winning Historic Shantyboathouse?

As of 28 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Louisville's Award-Winning Historic Shantyboathouse on 28 February 2027 start from NZ$1,486, 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 Louisville's Award-Winning Historic Shantyboathouse?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Louisville's Award-Winning Historic Shantyboathouse?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Louisville's Award-Winning Historic Shantyboathouse?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Louisville's Award-Winning Historic Shantyboathouse located?

Located in Downtown Louisville, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Ohio River Valley, Whiskey Row and KFC Yum Center. Kentucky International Convention Center is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great host, great experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well maintained nice property. Walking distance to NULU and Whiskey Row. Hosts were amazing and very accommodating. Overall excellent and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property, clean, a lot of amenities provided, great location. Host was super responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was amazing and the parking pad was a nice addition to have. Place was within walking distance of everything in NULU. Would definitely recommended staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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Thank you so much Kyle! You are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and within walking distance to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay. Great place, clean and had everything you need! Couldn’t have been happier!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay and enjoyed our time in Louisville! Our host was respectful and responsive. The house fit our needs perfectly - thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful stay! The house was clean, incredible comfortable, and beautifully maintained. The location was perfect and within walking distance to some of the best distilleries and fabulous restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a really wonderful stay here. The house is so beautifully renovated and well stocked and we loved the neighborhood. Hosts could not have been nicer!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was very easy to work with and the accommodations were outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this property and its location. It was my husband’s 40th birthday, and we were in town for my son’s national archery tournament. It fit our needs and then some. We would love to stay at the Shanty Boat House again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay! Awesome house in a fantastic location. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice with a great outdoor area! The kitchen was stocked with what we needed and location of property is walking distance to several great restaurants. Highly recommend! Host was so responsive! We hope to come back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy to find, great location to popular dining and key tourist sites. The property is fabulous, comfortable, has everything you need & more! Colin was very responsive and provided great recommendations. Would definitely book again...maybe the weather will be better next time!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was wonderful. Colin was prompt in messaging us if we had any questions, and he made the check-in and check-out process easy with his instructions. The house was very well furnished, and we felt incredibly comfortable during our two nights at the Old ShantyBoat House.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great communication from owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was absolutely stunning! And the host was always quick to respond with all of my questions and gave such lovely recommendations of things within walking distance that I could go do. 10 out of 10 would recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay in Louisville

The house was great and had everything we needed. I really enjoyed all the history of the house. The neighborhood was really nice and an easy walk to food and drinks. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our girls weekend here was perfect! The kitchen had everything we needed, comfy beds, spacious bathrooms, plenty of closet space. The backyard is so fun. The layout and the decor are cozy and we enjoyed seeing the history of the property posted around the house. It’s a great combo of an old Louisville house with modern updates. This house is a great getaway spot with plenty to do a couple streets over in NuLu. We felt safe and it is a quiet street. Thanks to the hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

Beautiful house, fun neighborhood and a very hospitable property owner. Would absolutely go back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Times in Louisville

Excellent property for a trip to Louisville. Good location, great outdoor space, and even better property managers. Can’t recommend this place enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous property!

The renovations and amenities were exceptional. Great communication and accommodation from the hosts. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and fantastic property!! FYI Google Maps takes you through the back alley when trying to park. Not sure if others have mentioned that but it may be worth calling out in your instructions.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Spring Break trip!

We had an awesome stay! What a cool house and location. We walked to coffee shops, bars and even a Louisville Bats game. We hung out in the hot tub each night watching movies. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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