Penthouse in historic brothel, drenched in sunlight!

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 293 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Explore the area

Louisville, KY

Louisville Waterfront Park20 min walk
KFC Yum Center4 min drive
Fourth Street Live!4 min drive
Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)11 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Soak up the sunlight in this 1000sf penthouse of this retired historic 19th-century Butchertown brothel. Blanketed in natural light, this 3rd story Garret has the feel of a sun-bleached tree-top tent, and is ideal for a couple's retreat or a friends' outing. A few of the city’s top restaurants and bars are less than a block walk away. Endless other drinking, shopping, and attractions are nearby in Nulu, Frankfort Ave, and the Waterfront.

The Space:
Thirteen skylights and windows pour light into this large open space. Plants abound. The space is replete with sitting areas; lounge amenities include 5G WiFi, Netflix, Amazon Alexa, and smart lighting. The Crosley is stacked with vinyl. A live-edge bar offers a casual spot to share a drink before a night out, and a bistro table offers a cozy perch for dining in. A queen canopy bed crowns the large bedroom, which is trimmed with plenty of mirrors and a space to get ready for a night out.

Guest Access:
- Street parking can be found all along Story Ave.
- Guests have their own marked stairwell entry on the Frankfort Ave side of the building.
- Electronic lock code for this stairwell entry and the Garret entry will be provided the day before check-in.
- This is a 3rd floor unit with access by stairwell. The Garret can be found at the top of the stairwell, marked with a 4.
- Note that the back courtyard and balcony are to be avoided due to ongoing renovation work.

Worth noting:
This unit has an amazing location, but it is a busy corner. You may occasionally hear traffic, pedestrians, or construction noise, but it is fairly muffled by the apartment's insulation and height above the street - only our visitors from rural areas seem to notice the noise.

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 deadlock

Property Registration Number LICSTL2000130

About the area

Louisville

This apartment is located in Clifton, a neighborhood in Louisville. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Louisville Waterfront Park and Louisville Mega Cavern, while KFC Yum Center and Louisville Slugger Museum are cultural highlights. Louisville Zoo and Kentucky Kingdom are not to be missed.

Louisville, KY

What's nearby

Louisville Waterfront Park - 20 min walk
Kentucky International Convention Center - 4 min drive
KFC Yum Center - 4 min drive
Fourth Street Live! - 4 min drive
Louisville Slugger Museum - 5 min drive

Getting around

Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

Butchertown Brewing - 9 min walk
Danny Mac's Pizza - 7 min walk
Pizza LUPO - 9 min walk
Payne Street Bakehouse - 12 min walk
Hilltop Tavern - 5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Penthouse in historic brothel, drenched in sunlight! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

6 May 2024

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

Great Derby Experience

Kevin and Nic have created a beautiful property in a great part of town and our consummate hosts. We look forward to visiting with them again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie T.

3 December 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Disliked: Location

A quick trip in the Garrett

This property is very cute on the inside. However with that being said the outside and the entrance to this place was not the same. I was traveling alone as a young female and felt a little unsafe with the entrance to the unit along with reaching the unit as there was a lot of construction going on. The corner the building is on is also very busy and I was up every night from loud cars, etc. I know this cannot be avoided and is disclosed in the properties description however I believe it is important to note. Kevin was a great host and responded in a timely manner and was very nice. This unit is very accommodating and it has everything you need. I like the inside of the unit a lot.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

14 October 2023

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

Louisville

Amazing property - great location.Would definitely return. Thank you for a terrific week!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James O.

13 May 2023

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

Great getaway

This property was perfect for us. Lots to do in the area in the evening after we hit a few distilleries for tours. We would stay again

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney K.

11 April 2023

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

Lovely experience

The thoughtful decor and comfort made my visit to Louisville extra special. Soft carpet, pillows, art, plants, and a record player made it the perfect place to come back to after exploring the city all day. The location is great. It is in walking distance to many restaurants and a short drive to other popular spots around town. The host is kind and helpful.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Your host

Nic and I are available through the Vrbo app from 8am until 10pm. We live just two blocks away, and I'm often working here in this building, so we're usually available for any assistance that you need, and will gladly give recommendations on food and entertainment. I can be reached easily by the Airbnb app, or by phone for urgent needs or emergencies.

A bit about me and Nicole (my fiancé and your co-host):
Nic and I both have our toes in design: she honed her talents in Florida as a landscape designer, and I've been doodling shoes in Boston, Brooklyn, and Northern Italy. I've also dabbled in renovation work and interiors, so when we met it became obvious we needed to start a design service where we helped others blend interior and exterior spaces. Our BnB’s are becoming a canvas to explore a few of our ideas.

We’re eager to host you and share these spaces with you, and to help you experience the many other things that brought us both back to this warm, friendly city of our birth.

What makes this property unique

Location:

Access: I-65, I-64, and I-71 are all less than 4 minutes away.

If New York’s West Village and Meatpacking District had a baby and sent it to Louisville, Butchertown would be it.

Located in the eastern heart of downtown Louisville, Butchertown is a neighborhood of four quaint historic residential housing clusters nestled within what used to be the city’s slaughterhouses, a former industrial area that tucks away some of the city’s edgiest restaurants, bars, and entertainment.

Butchertown is surrounded on all sides by the Louisville’s best. To the south of E Main / Mellwood you’ll find Nulu and Frankfort Ave, popular corridors for dining, shopping, and drinking. To the west of I-65 is Louisville’s old downtown with Bourbon Row, the YUM Center, and the Bat’s Baseball Stadium. To the north and east, we're flanked by the new soccer stadium, Waterfront Botanical Gardens, and Waterfront Park with its walking bridge.

The Bed N Brothel is on the corner of Frankfort and Story Avenues, just 4 minutes away from Nulu’s shops and Frankfort Avenue’s dining.

Less than a block-walk away from us, you'll find:
Chick'n & Mi's Asian fried chicken and ramen
Lupo's wood-fired pizzas
Sergio's World Beers
The Vernon's ancient old bowling lanes
Waterfront Botanical Garden