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Adorable 2 BR - WALK to The Kentucky Derby!
Adorable, recently remodeled home only 3 blocks from Churchill Downs and only minutes from the University of Louisville and Cardinal Stadium, Kentucky Expo Center, Kentucky Kingdom and 3 miles from Downtown. It's also just an Uber away from the Bourbon distilleries! Our home has 2 comfortable Bedrooms with new mattresses, that sleeps 4. Our couch is comfortable enough to sleep a 5th guest. Private Parking in Driveway. 50% of our home's electric is sourced from eco-friendly, renewable energy .

The House with the Orange Door
Near Churchill Downs (7mins) UofL (5mins) downtown (10mins) Convention Center (10mins) Fairgrounds (4mins), and close to restaurants, bars and coffee shops. The home offers two bedrooms with queen beds and a pull-out couch in the living room. Enjoy coffee or a relaxing evening on the back deck. The kitchen is fully equipped and the open living space provides a great area for socializing. Locally made art and decor is on display, adding to the uniqueness of the space. No local bookings please!

Spacious and cozy Highlands unit near attractions!
Welcome to this spacious 1-bedroom, 2-bath ground-floor apartment in Louisville's Phoenix Hill. With an open-concept layout, the home offers a smart TV living room, a fully equipped kitchen with drip coffee, and a peaceful queen bedroom featuring an ensuite bathroom with a tub. A second hall bath adds convenience. Enjoy the shared backyard for outdoor relaxation, plus 1 dedicated outdoor parking spot. With reliable WiFi and central HVAC, it's a comfortable base for couples or solo travelers.

Historic Cabin by Bourbon Trail
Historic, unique, tasteful and serene - the Edward Tyler house, ca. 1783, is a stone cabin 20 minutes SE of Louisville on 13 acre estate. Near the famous bourbon trail, rental includes full cabin and large screen porch overlooking pond with fountain. First floor has living/dining/kitchen space with small sofa bed and stone fireplace (gas); queen bed and full bath on second floor. American and European antique furnishings and fine art welcome you to fully updated home with central HVAC.

The River's Edge Oasis, close to downtown
Welcome to your oasis on the water! Relax and unwind at the River's Edge. This home is about as close as you can get to paradise in Louisville Ky (also known as River City)! Perfect getaway for a romantic weekend or the best place to relax after a long day of work! Voted #1 Vacation rental in KY by Dreamy Stays!! This unique home is designer decorated and updated with all the amenities! An 8 minute drive to downtown Louisville, the oasis offers the best of both worlds. Book today!

DerbyLoft Louisville
Enjoy the best of Louisville in our second floor loft, a studs-up renovation with modern amenities, full kitchen, and a beautiful bathroom. We're in a central location from which guests can easily tour the heart of Louisville. Private entrance Free parking on street Free Wifi 10min (0.5mi) walk to Churchill Downs 25min (1.5mi) walk to Cardinal Stadium 5min (1.8mi) drive to historic Old Louisville 6min (1.9mi) drive to KY Expo Center 12min (3.2mi) drive to Louisville Airport

Charming 3BR home near Louisville attractions!
Discover the perfect stay in Old Louisville South. Ideal for business travelers, digital nomads, and Derby visitors, this charming 3-BR, 2-BA home offers Wi-Fi, a dedicated workspace, full kitchen, and laundry—great for extended stays. Relax on the front porch or unwind in the spacious backyard after a day at the races. Enjoy easy access to UofL, medical centers, dining, and bourbon hotspots. Very close to Churchill Downs, perfect location to celebrate with Derby festivities!

Perfect Nulu Getaway w/ Best Location- low fees
You can’t find a better location in the city. Welcome to Lou Lou on Washington, our Nulu condo. We are located just steps away from the best food, drinks, and events in the derby city. We are located on a quiet street, only one block away from Main St. You can walk to breweries next door or even a soccer game at Lynn Family Stadium. The Yum Center is only a few blocks away, and we have one of the few properties located walking distance from Waterfront Park.

Location! Corner downtown condo!
Welcome to your stylish urban retreat in the heart of downtown Louisville! This studio corner unit condo boasts modern amenities and stunning city views through floor-to-ceiling windows. With an updated bathroom and kitchen, plus a location within walking distance to the KFC YUM Center, shops, and restaurants, this condo offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience for your stay in Louisville. Book now and experience the best of Louisville living!

An Unhurried Stay in Butchertown · Steps from NuLu
Some places just make you feel held. This is one of them. A Jaclyn Journey Hospitality stay - set inside a 19th-century building on the edge of Louisville's Butchertown & NuLu neighborhoods. This apartment has been designed with the kind of care that's hard to put your finger on but impossible to miss. Every detail - from the original fireplaces to the lime-washed bedroom walls - has been chosen to make you feel genuinely at ease, not just comfortable.

Trendy Tiny Home w/ King Bed Loft
Unique experience in style! Enjoy a weekend or an extended stay at this charming carriage house just walking distance to popular restaurants, breweries and local shops. The location is perfect! Inside you'll find a fully equipped kitchen, bathroom, living room with a 55" smart tv, a dedicated work space/desk and a king sized bed in the loft. Guests will have privacy with self-check in smart locks and a dedicated parking space. We can't wait to host you!

Delectable Delor
Private section of home. There are no shared spaces, so you have privacy, but I do live on the other side of the house which is divided by a locked door. You have your own entrance through the front door, and off street parking. My entrance is the back of the house through the gate, which is off limits. Please be aware that 2 cats live on my side of the house, for those of you with allergies, but they won't have access to your space when you’re there.
Popular amenities for vacation rentals near Churchill Downs
Condo rentals with wifi

Walk to Bourbon Trail | NULU Gem | Gated Parking

Cherokee Park Hideaway

Peaceful Retreat on 4th Street - Parking included!

Hidden GEM, newly furnished in a safe, great area

The Old Fashioned~Luxury 1BR~Stay Nulu Marketplace

★ Victorian Louisville ★ 1000 sqft Glassworks Loft

Downtown Condo | Private 1 CAR Garage & Balcony

Best Block in NuLu | Private Garage & Distilleries
Family-friendly house rentals

Colonel Lou Lou's

The Cottage @ Churchill • Derby! KY Expo, UL, SDF

Derby City Bourbon Bungalow - by Germantown & UofL

✦ Near Expo ✦ Downtown ✦ Churchill ✦ Updated

Louisville's Central "Lilly Pad"

*Walk to Churchill Downs!*Close to Expo, UL, YUM!

The Caldwell Highlands/Germantown

Spacious family-friendly stay with arcade fun!
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

Charming Highlands apartment

Lucky Horseshoe

King Suite | Golf Sim · Pool · Hot Tub · Parking

Falls City Loft - Free parking!

4th Street Suites - Deluxe King Bed Suite

Sun-filled Phoenix Hill Studio

Flawlezz Stays

Basement Apartment in Germantown
Other great vacation rentals near Churchill Downs

~Modern~Luxury 3BR~Walkable~Patio heater

Spruced-Up Shotgun, Steps to Logan St Market

The Mashbill | Boutique Bourbon Retreat | Walkable

Delightful Germantown Retreat: Remodeled 2BR/2BA H

Historical Model-T Loft 4 Mins to Churchill EZpark

The Coop

*BRAND NEW* Gem of Germantown Private Derby Suite

The GiGi Airstream, Lakeside at Progress Park
Destinations to explore
- Kentucky Exposition Center
- Buffalo Trace Distillery
- Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay
- Kentucky Derby Museum
- Louisville Slugger Field
- Waterfront Park
- University of Louisville
- Falls of the Ohio State Park
- Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
- Kentucky International Convention Center
- Hoosier National Forest
- Jefferson Memorial Forest
- Muhammad Ali Center
- Angel's Envy Distillery
- Big Four Bridge
- Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest
- James B Beam Distilling
- Frazier History Museum
- Kentucky Science Center
- Marengo Cave National Landmark
- Bardstown Bourbon Company
- Cherokee Park
- Evan Williams Bourbon Experience
- Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park





