Enjoy your stay in this cozy remodled duplex! It is centrally located near U of L campus and Churchill Downs. A short drive to the Expo Center/Fair Grounds. Private back deck, WIFI and free parking included!
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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
Property Registration Number LIC-STL-19-00337
About the area
Louisville
Merriwether, 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 Kentucky Kingdom and Louisville Zoo. Kentucky Derby Museum and Thomas Edison House are also worth visiting.
Louisville, KY
What's nearby
University of Louisville - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Kentucky Exposition Center - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
Churchill Downs - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
Kentucky Kingdom - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
Kentucky Derby - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Getting around
Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Burger Boy Diner - 8 min walk
White Castle - 19 min walk
Taco Bell - 14 min walk
Bandido Taqueria Mexicana - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Derby Paradise - Free parking/WIFI pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Derby Paradise - Free parking/WIFI?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Derby Paradise - Free parking/WIFI?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Derby Paradise - Free parking/WIFI located?
Located in Merriwether, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from University of Louisville and within 3 miles (5 km) of Kentucky Exposition Center and Churchill Downs. KFC Yum Center and Kentucky Kingdom are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.2
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Couldent ask for better my first time renting a house. Very clean and smelled good. Not a bad location. Really loved the sunsets on the back porch. Will be back!
Great place on a quiet street! Close to highway for travel
Great property! Could have been a little cleaner (bathroom) (pull out couch) and the front door could use a stronger lock along with the lock to the adjoining side of duplex or closet. overall would istay here again!
House needs a extreme deep clean even livingroom furniture, A/C vents need cleaned cleaning
Rachel J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
4/10 Poor
Mike P.
13 May 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
You get what you pay for.
Pictures are deceiving, bed is rock hard, pull out bed is uncomfortable and there was plenty of popcorn its and other debris on the sides under the cushions. There was a lot of mold in the bathroom and the overall cleanliness was below expectatuons.
The duplex served it's purpose. We were there for 2.5 weeks for a basketball tournament. It is actually a one bedroom and pull-out sofa, which is the only issue we really had. Neighborhood was quiet which is always a good thing.
Close to Kentucky kingdom and quite location by interstate
We were worried about noise at night, but these suburbanites slept lick rocks.
The kitchen was decently stocked, and there was salt, sugar and oil, spices, and coffee (and much more) and a coffeemaker. We were able to cook meals comfortably.
I would come back for the value, however this home would greatly benefit from a deep professional clean.
Krista W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
6/10 Okay
Jennifer M., United States
17 October 2023
Liked: Communication
Just okay
It could have been a little cleaner. Neighborhood also questionable.
Cozy and clean place off of the beaten path in a nice neighborhood. Reasonable cab/uber ride to downtown makes it well worth it to stay here vs downtown hotel pricing. The ONLY bad thing I can say is the listing said a 2br w/ 2 beds. Its not. It's a 1 br with a bed and a pull out couch in the living room. Misleading and made for an somewhat uncomfortable sleeping for our friend, but we made it work. Otherwise perfect for a couple. Appreciate the host allowing an early check in due to our travel times too.
Chris R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
4/10 Poor
Rebecca G.
17 April 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Poor Communication
The property was easy to find and matched the listed description. The owner was not communicative and did not provide access to the property by the check in time. When we reached out to him, he did not respond by in-VRBO email or by phone. We had to utilize the VRBO customer service staff to help us make contact and get access to the property. When we arrived at the property, the door code did not work and the property owner did not respond, again. We called VRBO for help and the owner provided a second access code that did work.
The owner charges a cleaning fee. This would be ok, but the unit was dirty, the dishes, pots and pans, and utensils had to be cleaned before we could use them.
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were in town for the Home & Garden Show and this house is about a mile and a half away. It was late each evening when we got out and had to leave early each morning so it was nice to be close. The bathroom is very small, so if you are a bigger person you may find it a little tight.
Sandy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sandy
28 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were in town for an event at the Exhibition Center. We have had so many bad experiences staying in hotels when we are in the area and this place was only a mile and a half from there. We decided to try this and we are glad we did. It was clean, very quiet, and we felt safe.