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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 .

Apartment Near Churchill Downs & U of L Football
WALKABLE LOCATION: 🔸15 min walk to Churchill Downs 🔸10 min walk to U of L Football Stadium 🔸3 min walk to Jim Patterson Baseball Stadium 🔸3 min drive to Expo Center 🔸7 min drive to downtown bourbon distilleries 🔸5 min drive from airport RENOVATED 2024: 🔸Fully equipped kitchen 🔸Original hardwood floors and crystal door knobs 🔸Restored clawfoot tub w/ shower extension 🔸Free off-street parking 🔸High-speed internet 🔸Onsite washer + dryer (available for longer stays) 🔸Spectrum TV

Limerick Carriage Company
The Carriage House is ready for you and some-bunny special! Our Carriage House is warm and inviting to guests from all over. We are located close to downtown, Central Park, UofL, & the Bardstown Road corridor. There are many unique shops, restaurants, bars, & places to visit close by - some are walkable in warmer weather. The Carriage House has undergone a complete renovation - we hope you love it as much as we do! Don’t let the outside fool you - the inside of our home is the treasure!

The Hilltop Hideaway
Come hunker down at The Hilltop Hideaway, a centrally-located historic 19th-century shotgun style cottage apartment perched atop Clifton’s hills. Perfect for a couple’s getaway, a friends’ rendezvous, or a creative’s retreat, you may find yourself not wanting to leave. But the location couldn’t be better, with Frankfort Ave’s restaurants, coffee shops, and bars all within walking distance, and nearby entertainment options plentiful with Butchertown and NULU only minutes away.

DOWNTOWN LOUISVILLE ⭐ Expo Center⭐ 3 BR, 2 BT
- 3 min drive to U of Louisville - 5 min drive to KY Expo Center - 7 min drive to Louisville Zoo This gorgeous 3-bed, 2-bath house is less than 4 miles from downtown Louisville. With its fully-equipped kitchen, spacious rooms & completely renovated kitchen, the house is the perfect base for large groups wanting to explore the city. Enjoy the wide variety of shops, restaurants, & bars nearby. Kentucky Derby fans love the close proximity to Churchill Downs. No Locals Please

The Place
Direct link - copy/pastefor later http://Airbnb.com/h/theplace-unique-ground floor-loft Enjoy complete privacy in this Unique space (some say it reminds them of a NY loft with no steps) It's located in a cool building on S. Preston Street. Walk to Nords Bakery(for the best donuts in town), 2 awesome coffee shops. About 1/2 mile to University of Louisville and only 2.3 miles to Churchill Downs. Open floor plan, private brick patio, off street private parking in rear.

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!

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!

Downtown Penthouse Loft- Free Parking & Elevator
A warm, comfortable downtown loft with garage parking — ideal for work trips, longer stays, or a quiet city escape. It’s a true city loft — open, airy, and easy to live in while still being right in the middle of everything. Located in a historic downtown building, the condo sits on a quiet residential floor, making it a calm, comfortable place to come back to after a day out. Secure garage parking and elevator access make coming and going simple

Derby City Bourbon Bungalow - by Germantown & UofL
This charming bungalow is fully renovated and well appointed for guests. It's conveniently located near all of the hot spots in Louisville. We are just minutes from Churchill Downs, Germantown, NuLu, Louisville Airport, the Yum! Center, Slugger Museum and Waterfront Park. There are countless restaurants, parks, shops and bars nearby. Relax and enjoy the many amenities in and around our home. We have 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

Flawlezz Stays
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Flawlezz Stays provides a home away from home, with gorgeous views of the downtown louisville skyline. This unit is very spacious, safe, very clean and accommodated with everything you will need during your luxurious stay. It's rooftop accessible with a entertainment hub and more. Scenic trails along the Falls of Ohio State Park. Some of the best restaurants just minutes away.

The Caldwell Highlands/Germantown
Welcome to The Caldwell, a Germantown/Highland area home that includes three bedrooms, one and half bathrooms and sleeps up to five people. The home is within walking distance of several restaurants, bars, retail and vintage stores, and entertainment venues including the Germantown Gables, Logan Street Market and Old Forester’s Paristown Hall. The home features a covered deck, a fenced-in yard as well as home gym.
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Parkside Pad - Iroquois Park

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Best for Derby and Bourbon Trail!
Destinations to explore
- Kentucky Exposition Center
- Buffalo Trace Distillery
- Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay
- Kentucky Derby Museum
- Louisville Slugger Field
- Waterfront Park
- University of Louisville
- Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
- Hoosier National Forest
- Falls of the Ohio State Park
- Jefferson Memorial Forest
- Kentucky International Convention Center
- Muhammad Ali Center
- Angel's Envy Distillery
- Big Four Bridge
- James B Beam Distilling
- Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest
- Frazier History Museum
- Marengo Cave National Landmark
- Kentucky Science Center
- Bardstown Bourbon Company
- Cherokee Park
- Evan Williams Bourbon Experience
- My Old Kentucky Home State Park





