Vacation rentals in Highlands

Chic, Luxurious Carriage House in Ideal Location

Selected by Architectural Digest as best Airbnb in Kentucky. Sink into the rounded, studded armchair under exposed wooden beams at a characterful retreat with minimal, modern style. This historic space contrasts deluxe touches including the 6-foot soaking tub with sash windows and a sliding barn door. This fully furnished apartment is perfect for a getaway weekend or for short to medium rental as an executive apartment. The historic property has been lovingly renovated as a luxurious apartment with high-end finishes while maintaining the historic character of its past as a carriage house. You enter the apartment through a hallway that houses a dedicated washer and dryer. Upstairs features a large living/working space, a beautiful kitchen with brand new-high end appliances, and a 50" 4K smart TV. The sliding barn door separates the bedroom, where you will also find a large walk-in closet, a marble bathroom with a 6 foot soaking tub, and a brand new queen sized Tuft and Needle mattress. We will meet our guests and orient them to the house and neighborhood, or provide self check-in depending on preference. For the remainder of your stay, we will be close by for any additional needs. Cherokee Triangle is one of the most historic neighborhoods in Louisville, built in the late 19th century and part of the larger Highlands area. The tree-lined streets are a short walk from the restaurants, bars, and boutiques on Bardstown Road. You do not need a car around here - everything is a short walk away. Parks, restaurants, shops, grocery stores are all within 5 minutes on foot. Downtown or Churchill Downs are is a 5-10 minute drive away. Street parking is available.

Walk to everything • Quiet, Private, and Cozy

Tucked along a quiet, tree-lined street in Louisville’s Original Highlands neighborhood, you’ll find a cozy, private retreat filled with character and unique decor. Featuring a large master bedroom with king Sleep Number bed, a spacious living/dining room area, 2 full bathrooms, and a cozy full sized guest room. Walk to the best restaurants, boutiques, and coffee shops. Explore the nearby parks or unwind in your peaceful, historic hideaway. 1 mile from NULU 2 from downtown 5 from the Downs

The Shotgun Rye! Your Bourbon home near Downtown

Shotgun Rye is ready to host your stay in Louisville! Located close to everything cool in Germantown and Highlands area! People visit for Bourbon Tours, Ky Derby, Conventions, Expo Ctr, UL graduations and sporting events, live music and so much more! Completely remodeled with all the modern conveniences & a comfortable, casual touch. But with so much to see and do in Louisville you’ll load up your itinerary with unforgettable experiences. Great location walk to bars, restaurants and shopping!

Historic Hideaway w/Free Parking

Situated in the heart of a vibrant neighborhood, you'll find an array of exciting options for dining, drinks, coffee, and shopping right at your doorstep. With numerous restaurants serving diverse cuisines, trendy breweries offering craft beers, cozy coffee shops brewing aromatic blends, and chic boutiques showcasing local fashion and artisanal goods, you'll have plenty of choices to explore and indulge in the local scene. You'll be spoiled for choice with the plethora of options.

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.

Highlands Carriage House

Secluded Retreat in the Heart of the Highlands! Perfect for DERBY! Our carriage house is perfectly located in the heart of all Louisville has to offer. We are only steps from the finest dining, entertainment, pubs, shopping, parks, and coffee in Louisville. Bustling and eccentric Bardstown Road is only half a block away, yet the Carriage House feels secluded and very private. It is located 5 miles from Churchill Downs, 7 miles from the airport, and 2 miles from downtown.

Highlands Midcentury Getaway w/ Firepit & King Bed

Welcome to "Ruby"- the coolest, most conveniently located home in the city. From head to toe, Ruby is decked out with all the ingredients for a fun, relaxing Louisville stay. Occupying the first floor of a beautiful Victorian home, Ruby is walking distance to restaurants and the urban bourbon trail, as well as hospitals and downtown businesses. The location truly can't be beat! Drive or Uber to the Yum center, NULU, Lynn Family Stadium, and the waterfront in no time.

Sleek urban condo near Kentucky Bourbon Trail

Discover the perfect blend of comfort and culture at Urban Bourbon Escape, a stylish and modern condo located in the vibrant heart of Louisville. Whether you're sipping your way through the Bourbon Trail or exploring the city’s historic charm, this sleek retreat is your home base for all things Louisville. Enjoy city views, walkable access to top attractions, a fully equipped kitchen, and a cozy space designed for couples or small groups to relax and recharge.

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.

Urban Enclave! Convenient 1800s brick shotgun.

Tasteful and comfortable historic shotgun-style home in the Original Highlands, a dynamic and convenient neighborhood. Great location for the Urban Bourbon Trail, and cultural venues including Yum Center, Center for the Arts, Paristown Point, Fair Grounds, Lynn Family Stadium, Ballet, Symphony, and Opera. Downtown, NULU, and Butchertown are adjacent. Smoke-free, naturist home. Please read all information regarding the space and guest access.

Sun-filled Phoenix Hill Studio

Located in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood, it's a short 11 minute walk to East Market District restaurants and attractions or a 15 minute walk to Gravely and other Original Highlands destinations. 11 minute drive to Churchill Downs 5 minute drive to the Highlands 4 minute drive to East Market restaurants and shopping. Ample Lyft and Uber drivers in this neighborhood to take you anywhere you want to go. .

Private Highlands Apt w/ Free Parking, Walk to

Enjoy a stay in a beautiful modern apartment right in the heart of Highlands. Located on lively Baxter Avenue, you’re steps from top local restaurants, bars, and charming mom-and-pop shops. Walk everywhere, grab amazing food, and enjoy the nightlife. Downtown and 4th Street Live are just a few minute drive away. End the night unwinding with complimentary movie streaming in a cozy, stylish space.