Relaxing studio near Churchill Downs for derby

Summary:

Stay in the heart of Louisville’s Highlands at this charming 100+ year-old home, blending historic character with modern comfort. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath retreat features Roku TVs, high-speed Wi-Fi, a full kitchen, washer/dryer, and outdoor space. Perfect for families, business travelers, or event attendees, it’s steps from top restaurants, bars, and shops, and a short drive to Churchill Downs perfect for Derby Festivities, NuLu, the Expo Center, and downtown. Enjoy convenience, culture, and comfort in a vibrant neighborhood!



The Space:

ACCESS TYPE:

You will have access to UNIT 1 ONLY, which is located on the first floor. Other units are rented by other guests as this is a SHARED SPACE.



FLOOR LAYOUT:

▻ Bedroom 1 - 1x queen bed, ceiling fan

▻ Bedroom 2 - 1x pull out bed (trundle for two twins or 1 king), Smart TV, ceiling fan

▻ Full Bathroom - toilet, shower, and basic toiletries (Inside Bedroom 2)

▻ Living Room - featuring a comfortable sofa, Smart TV and Ms. Pac-Man for entertainment

▻ Kitchen - Full kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, toaster, and keurig coffee maker



HIGHLIGHTS:

▻ Self Check-in

▻ Prime location in the heart of the Highlands, within walking distance of top restaurants, bars, and shops.

▻ Near Churchill Downs, the best spot to stay for the Derby week!

▻ Recently updated with new furniture, Roku TVs, and high-speed Internet.

▻ Perfect for business and work travelers

▻ With Wifi, best for guests working remotely and digital nomads

▻ Note: No portable grills allowed





ACCESSIBILITY:

▻ Few steps to reach the front door

▻ One-level home.





UPDATE: garage area is undergoing construction, but it is outside of the building.



Guest Access:

PARKING:

▻ Street parking and available at the back of the property. Each unit is allocated one parking lane, which can fit up to two cars parked back-to-back



ENTERING THE HOME:

▻ The Home is Accessed Via Self Check-In Using a Smart Lock with a Unique Code Per Guest



The Neighborhood:

Nearby Popular Spots

▻ Kentucky Expo Center - 10-minute drive

▻ Churchill Downs - 10-minute drive

▻ Nulu - 8-minute drive

▻ Downtown - 10-minute drive

▻ Muhammad Ali Center - 12-minute drive

▻ KFC YUM Center - 10-minute drive

▻ Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory - 12-minute drive

▻ Kentucky Science Center - 12-minute drive

▻ Waterfront Park - 10-minute drive

▻ Louisville Mega Cavern - 10-minute drive

▻ Derby City Gaming Casino - 12-minute drive

▻ Germantown - 5-minute drive



Nearby Favorite Breakfast / Coffee Spots

▻ Butchertown Bakery - 10-minute drive

▻ Biscuit Belly - Nulu - 8-minute drive

▻ Big Bad Breakfast - 10-minute drive

▻ Scooters - 5-minute drive



Nearby Favorite Lunch Spots

▻ Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - 12-minute drive

▻ Mayan Café - 8-minute drive

▻ Feast BBQ - 8-minute drive

▻ Garage Bar - 8-minute drive

▻ Toast on Market - 10-minute drive



Nearby Favorite Dinner Spots

▻ Jack Fry's - 5-minute drive

▻ Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse & Raw Bar - 10-minute drive

▻ The Eagle - 10-minute drive

▻ Decca Restaurant - 10-minute drive

▻ Against the Grain Brewery & Smokehouse - 10-minute drive



Nearby Favorite Bourbon Distilleries

▻ Angel's Envy Distillery - 10-minute drive

▻ Evan Williams Bourbon Experience - 12-minute drive

▻ Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. - 12-minute drive

▻ Old Forester Distillery - 10-minute drive

▻ Rabbit Hole Distillery - 8-minute drive



Nearby Favorite Bars

▻ Meta - 10-minute drive

▻ Hell or High Water - 10-minute drive

▻ Haymarket Whiskey Bar - 10-minute drive

▻ Proof on Main - 12-minute drive

▻ Taj Louisville - 10-minute drive



Getting Around:

GETTING AROUND:

▻ We recommend Uber or Lyft. We have not had any issues with either.





EVENT OR TOUR OPTIONS:

▻ If you are looking for a tour guide or event transportation in the area, please let us know! We would be happy to help.



Other Things to Note:

We take pride in offering a clean, comfortable, and welcoming space for your stay. The home is professionally cleaned and well-maintained, though minor signs of age may be present as this is a well-loved home rather than a hotel-style property. If anything needs attention, we’ll address it promptly to ensure a stress-free visit. We kindly ask that you treat the home as your own, and guests are responsible for any damages or loss, which should be reported immediately.



HOUSE RULES:

▻ Please do not unplug any electronics that are currently connected. Unplugging devices may result in a $100 fee.

▻ Strictly NO PARTIES.

▻ Please observe quiet hours between 10 PM and 8 AM

▻ Strictly NO SMOKING

▻ Kindly keep noise and activity neighbor-friendly.

▻ NO pets allowed. Undisclosed pets will result in a $200 penalty fee to cover professional cleaning.

▻ Visitors are welcome but only with prior notice and host approval.







By booking this property, you agree to follow ALL rules and guidelines outlined in the listing. Failure to comply may result in a $500 fee, charged to the credit card used for the reservation.







POLICIES:

▻ Early Check-In – We’ll do our best to accommodate! Same-day requests depend on our cleaning team, and for future stays, the only guaranteed option is booking the prior night (if available).

▻ Luggage Drop – We’re happy to allow luggage drop with prior host approval.

▻ Late Check-Out – Let us know by the day before, and we’ll do our best to accommodate until 12 PM. To guarantee a late check-out, the following night would need to be booked. Please note, unapproved late check-outs may incur a $50/hour fee, and check-outs at 12 PM or later will be considered an extra night’s stay.

▻ Package Delivery – We cannot guarantee safe or timely receipt of packages sent to the home. For reliability, we recommend using a local pick-up location or requesting doorstep delivery if sending items here.

▻ NO pets allowed. Undisclosed pets will result in a $200 penalty fee to cover professional cleaning.



▻ Third-Party Bookings - We cannot accept bookings made on behalf of someone else.

▻ Mail Back Service - If you forget something, we can mail it back for a $50 fee (as long as it’s not an oversized item)

▻ Cancellation - To receive a full refund, you must cancel within 24 hours before check-in. Any cancellations after this window will be charged according to the number of nights stayed.

▻ There are exterior cameras installed above unit 1’s front door, above unit 2’s back door at above the common front door of unit 2 and 3. It is on and recording 24/7 to help ensure the safety of you and the property during your stay.