10/10 Excellent
Benjamin K.
9 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Benjamin K.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Entire home
U of L football and horse racing; Walkable!
Holiday home with kitchen, steps from Churchill Downs
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Louisville, KY
- Place, Churchill Downs2 min walk
- Place, Kentucky Derby6 min walk
- Place, University of Louisville6 min walk
- Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)5 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
U of L football and horse racing; Walkable!
This cozy 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath house provides a perfect and convenient venue for small groups looking to take in the races at Churchill Downs, Music Festivals at the Fairgrounds Music, and University of Louisville sporting events.
Situated directly across from the main entrance to Churchill Downs, there are 3 King beds in 3 private bedrooms serviced by 2 full bathrooms.
A Full kitchen is open to a spacious living room.
Front and back porches overlook a verdant lawn.
Laundry and off street parking are on site.
Linens, soaps, coffee maker, and cooking accoutrement provided.
The house can be stocked with food and beverage upon request for an additional fee.
Thank you for your interest. Enjoy!
Distances to attractions:
- Churchill Downs, Right across the street!
-UL's football and baseball stadiums. 5 minute walk straight down Central Avenue.
-Whiskey Row, YUM Center, International Convention center. 10 minute drive, 4 mile straight shot.
-Festival Grounds, Kentucky Expo Center, Bourbon & Beyond/Louder Than Life: 10 minute scooter ride or 5 minute Uber from Gate 2; 1.6 miles
-Muhammad Ali International airport: 5 minute ride, 2.5 miles
-University of Louisville main campus, 5 minute ride, 1.3 miles.
-Cherokee Park and the Highlands. 5 miles, 10 minute ride
Situated directly across from the main entrance to Churchill Downs, there are 3 King beds in 3 private bedrooms serviced by 2 full bathrooms.
A Full kitchen is open to a spacious living room.
Front and back porches overlook a verdant lawn.
Laundry and off street parking are on site.
Linens, soaps, coffee maker, and cooking accoutrement provided.
The house can be stocked with food and beverage upon request for an additional fee.
Thank you for your interest. Enjoy!
Distances to attractions:
- Churchill Downs, Right across the street!
-UL's football and baseball stadiums. 5 minute walk straight down Central Avenue.
-Whiskey Row, YUM Center, International Convention center. 10 minute drive, 4 mile straight shot.
-Festival Grounds, Kentucky Expo Center, Bourbon & Beyond/Louder Than Life: 10 minute scooter ride or 5 minute Uber from Gate 2; 1.6 miles
-Muhammad Ali International airport: 5 minute ride, 2.5 miles
-University of Louisville main campus, 5 minute ride, 1.3 miles.
-Cherokee Park and the Highlands. 5 miles, 10 minute ride
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
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- Washer
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
9.6 out of 10, (83 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Bag and take out your trash
Strip the beds and throw linens in the hamper.
Travel safe.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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 122934
About the area
Louisville
Located in South Louisville, a neighbourhood in Louisville, this holiday home is near theme parks. KFC Yum Center and Louisville Slugger Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Kentucky Kingdom and Louisville Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Churchill Downs or L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, horse riding and cycling.
Louisville, KY
What's nearby
- Churchill Downs - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Kentucky Derby - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- University of Louisville - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Kentucky Exposition Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 15 min walk
- DQ Grill & Chill - 8 min walk
- Starbucks - 13 min walk
- Whirlaway Tavern - 13 min walk
- Kroger Fuel Center - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Pattie Z.
5 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pattie Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeff O.
24 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeff O.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bill and Lisa M.
20 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bill and Lisa M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Avery S.
15 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Avery S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Megan B.
19 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Megan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Lee B.
18 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Lee B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Matt W.
27 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kentucky Derby gem
Matt W.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Danielle S.
3 July 2025
Danielle S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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