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Parklike Estate in the Heart of Louisville w/Pool and Gardens -- Family Friendly

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 14655 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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Louisville, KY
  • Place, Cherokee Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Frankfort Avenue
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Peterson-Dumesnil House
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Parklike Estate in the Heart of Louisville w/Pool and Gardens -- Family Friendly

PLEASE READ: We love to know why our guests are coming to Louisville -- please tell us a little bit about your group when booking.
Note that the property will only be able to be used by the group staying at the property.
We are sorry, but we are unable to accommodate wedding groups or BACHELOR/BACHELORETTE parties.

A note about Derby bookings: Stonecote rents for a flat $30,000 fee for the week. You may arrive any day during Derby week and depart on Sunday following Derby. Price will be adjusted to reflect this rate when accepting the booking. Derby bookings are non-refundable. Please send an inquiry if interested in the rental of Stonecote for the week of the Derby.

Welcome to STONECOTE, a 5-acre estate built in 1920. It is fully updated and professionally decorated. It has 8 bedrooms and sleeps 14 in beds. The main house features a gourmet kitchen with butler's pantry featuring 2 refrigerators, 2 wall ovens, 3 dishwashers, a Viking gas cook top, wine cooler and Carrera marble counters. The living room features a comfortable conversation area and an antique baby grand piano (not tuned).. The large dining room can accommodate your entire group. Also, the large sun room offers an additional, less formal gathering space, and has a large TV. The pool house features an additional full kitchen and seating area as well as another bedroom with ensuite bath. There are multiple outdoor seating areas and an outdoor gas grill.

Room 1 (first floor): King bed with ensuite bath
Room 2 (first floor): Two twin beds (no direct bath access, but there is a half bath across the hall)
Room 3 (second floor): King bed with ensuite bath
Room 4 (second floor): King bed with ensuite bath
Room 5 (second floor): Kind bed with shared bath
Room 6 (second floor): 2 Queen beds (shared bath)
Room 7 (second floor): 2 Twin beds (shared bath)
Room 8 (pool house): King bed with ensuite bath

The 50' x 25' saltwater pool, is surrounded by mature perennial gardens and has a baby pool (pool is open seasonally, early-May to mid-September, depending on weather). Pool is NOT headed but should be pleasant during the summer.

High quality Frette bed linens and towels adorn each bedroom and bathroom. House is stocked with shower products (soap, Drybar shampoo and conditioner), bottled water and a Keurig and regular/drip coffee maker (coffee pods, tea, creamer and sugar), basic condiments and spices, dishes, utensils, pots/pans, etc.

Situated on one of the most elite streets in the city, in prestigious Seneca/Cherokee Gardens neighborhood just blocks from restaurants, shops and bars, and just steps from famed Cherokee Park. Easy freeway access, close to downtown and airport and just a short 20 minute drive from Valhalla Golf Course or 15 minutes from Churchill Downs. If you're not familiar with Louisville, this is the 'happening' part of town -- you'll be just blocks away from some of the best restaurants in the city.

We ask that all groups observe "quiet hours" starting at 10pm every night to avoid disturbing neighbors. Please note that illegal drug use and/or commercial sex acts are not allowed on the premise. No smoking. Please do not bring firearms onto the property.

Note about weddings and special events/parties: While we are flattered that you think Stonecote would make a great venue for your wedding, rehearsal dinner, wedding brunch, bridal shower or special event, the property is not set up to accommodate these parties due to neighborhood and car restrictions. Unfortunately, we are no longer able to rent to bridal parties, bachelor or bachelorette parties.

Check-in -- 3pm (if house is not booked prior to your arrival, early check-in may be requested)
Check-out -- 11am (if house is not booked after your departure, late check-out may be requested)
Restaurant and "to do" list will be provided upon booking. Guests are also welcome to contact a private chef to cook for them during their stay. City of Louisville Transient Room Tax (8.5% per stay) is included in base rates. Website collects additional state tax. Reserved bookings assume acceptance of the above guidelines.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Cherokee Park. Features include an outdoor pool and laundry facilities. A private pool and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 7 minutes by car from KFC Yum Center and 8 minutes from Kentucky International Convention Center
Parklike Estate in the Heart of Louisville w/Pool and Gardens -- Family Friendly offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed outside the house only.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 7,050 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Max 14 people and 5 cars on the property at any time. Louisville Short-Term Rental laws limit the number of adults to 12.

Reservations for the Kentucky Derby are not able to be canceled.

Minimum age of renters is 30. No drugs, no smoking and no commercial sex acts allowed on property. Please do not bring guns.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Dogs allowed -- with a $100 additional animal fee

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is allowed outside the house only.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 101267-4665

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Parklike Historic Estate Heart Louisville House

Parklike Historic Estate Heart House

Parklike Historic Estate Heart Louisville

Parklike Historic Estate Heart

Parklike Historic Estate Hear

Parklike Estate in the Heart of Louisville w/Pool and Gardens -- Family Friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 149 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt Fergy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Natalie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous well appointed home. Perfect for large group. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracey K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hosts were easy to reach, communicated proactively, and very helpful in ensuring we had a wonderful stay. The home was perfect for our size group especially with the multiple hanging out areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is amazing! We had 4 couples and it worked so well. The host was very kind and helpful, we had no issues. It was a wonderful vacation and would love to stay there again! The kitchen was very large with a great island and bar area attached for all us to hang out and a great gathering room attached that we all could lounge around in. Deer wondered the property…a beautiful safe area!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline G., Libertyville, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house with tons of character. Hosts were amazing - met us to walk us through the house and then said reach out if we need anything. Our friends loved hanging in the kitchen and great room and with plenty of beds and bedrooms for our group!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was very nice and suited our needs (6 couples). This is an old house, updated. Upper floors creaked a lot, noticeable, but somewhat charming also. The pool itself was closed (Autumn). The pool apartment was self-contained. The couple that stayed in it said the freeway nose a much, tv was not operative and the internet connection was very weak. Unfortunately, we had a walnut fall from a tree onto a vehicle that was parked in the designated parking area breaking a windshield. An insurance debate ensued between the owners of the house and vehicle and in my opinion went down a rabbit hole that diminished the pleasant experience we had anticipated (came into the conversation daily). The Host's recommendations for restaurants, private chef, Heather Lentz (Kentucky Girl Catering) was excellent. Mint Julep Bourbon tour was excellent until we got to the last distillery where they dropped the ball and we had no reservation (that's a review for that company). All-in-all, this house would merit our consideration in future trips of our groups to Louisville. A very roomy place.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
I could not recommend staying here more. We had a group of 8 and we all had more than enough room. The house is great, the pool house is great, everything was clean and the hosts walked us through the house to explain everything given the size which was really helpful. The hosts were awesome. Also the pool is really really nice if you come when it is open. The neighborhood is really nice and location convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was the perfect spot for our family gathering! The home was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed to relax and enjoy our time together. The owners were great—very responsive and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. Check-in and check-out were smooth and hassle-free. We couldn’t have asked for a better stay and would definitely come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M., South Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
We booked this gorgeous home for a long weekend for a family of ten people. My brothers and I wanted to share time with our elderly parents, and we needed a place that was big enough for all of us and close enough to South Carolina that we could drive. This home was a perfect spot to celebrate life and time together. There was plenty of room and the kitchen is fabulous- 2 ovens, 2 dishwashers, a large gas stove, coffee bar, etc. There even is an additional dishwasher in the bar area. The house is wonderfully decorated, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed it so much that we did not even leave the property on Sunday. We used Instacart to get food to the house and just sat around and talked. It was great family fun!The hosts, Lisa and Keith, were there when we arrived to get us acquainted to the property. The house had everything at you could possibly need. My husband and I stayed in the pool house, which is large enough to live in permanently. Just a quick note here- the washing machine and dryer are located in the pool house. This was not a problem for us at all!!!I highly recommend staying in this property if you are visiting the Louisville area and the Bourbon Trail.
Front of the house
Fantastic place to visit!
Buffalo Trace is the place to be!
The back patio
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spent four wonderful nights with 10 sorority sisters who flew in from all over the US. The property was perfect for our group, the house is amazing and there were so many spaces indoors and outside for our group to hang out. I highly recommend Stonecote! Keith and Lisa were great hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous house on a beautiful property. It was a wonderful place to celebrate the matriarch 's birthday - plenty of room for the whole family. And the pool was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

DeAnna K., Bluffton, OH USA

Liked: Cleanliness
The owner met us upon our arrival to make sure we understood the workings of the home and made himself available if we needed anything. The home was a beautifully unkept historic home that allowed our family to gather for meals, movies and games. The pool and pool house were so nice to relax and enjoy our summer days. The use of their pool towels was so nice and there were tons of them. The extra refrigerator in the butlers pantry allowed us to chill all of our drinks while keeping the other refrigerator open for our food. The bedrooms and bathrooms were comfortable and very accommodating for all our needs. More than ample room for large family or friend gatherings. The setting is in a lovely neighborhood that has the local deer roaming by each night. We would 100% stay here again and highly recommend it. All of our adult children and their spouses kept commenting how much they enjoyed this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice house with lots of character. Kitchen very well equipped for cooking for large group. Pool was amazing. Hosts were communicative, informative and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely gorgeous home that was perfect for our multigenerational family gathering. Plenty of beautifully decorated living spaces for everyone to be together. The pool was a huge hit for adults and kiddos alike - so nice to have the baby pool as an option for our littlest family members. Lisa and Keith were extraordinary hosts. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Historic and Roomy

Traveled with 3 families, 2 grandparents, 4 grown adults, 10 children under 11 years. Good selections of sleeping arrangements for this configuration. Appreciated fenced in pool area that youngsters could not visit without adult. Pool house - a wonderful bonus for changing into bathing suits and having shaded area. Interior of main house lovely, historic detail, yet kid friendly (not much they could get into). One downside, near a major highway and traffic noise was a problem in some bedrooms. All in all a good time had by all.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Missy j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house! Perfect for larger family gatherings. Keith and Lisa are great to deal with!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

terry S., lafayette

Liked: Cleanliness

smith family

The rental was very comfortable but needed a little going over to repair a few things. But overall, we had a very good time. Excellent neighborhood and plenty of anilities. Excellent pool and enough bedrooms for our family. Owner responded very quickly to all of our questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

KELSEY H., Winfield, WV

Liked: Cleanliness

5 Stars – Beautiful, Historic, and Perfectly Located!

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful historic home. It was spacious and very accommodating for our group, with thoughtful touches that made everyone feel comfortable. The location was absolutely fantastic—just minutes from everything, yet tucked away enough to feel private and peaceful. The hosts were incredibly attentive and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our stay. Highly recommend this property for anyone looking for a unique, convenient, and welcoming place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a beautiful property, very comfortable for large family gatherings. We spent much of our time playing games and cooking dinners together in the well equipped kitchen. Bedrooms and bathrooms were well arranged with plenty of private space for our adult kids and their families. Dining room table easily seated 12 together, and the pool area was a great casual outside gathering space. Nearby Cherokee Park is an easy walk or bike ride.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walt W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Retirement on steroids

The property is fabulous! Our group absolutely loved the stay. we liked the property so much that we found ourselves cutting our visits throughout Kentucky short to get back to the house to enjoy the accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous Home with Great Character

The home was absolutely beautiful, the layout of the bedrooms really allowed our volleyball team families to have personal space but still be together. Wish the weather was warmer for the girls to have enjoyed the fantastic pool on the property. We would certainly stay here again! Thank you for a great trip Keith and Lisa!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and hosts

I hosted a group of employees in town for a large trade show and we could not have been happier with our choice to stay at Stonecote. Everyone was comfortable and had space for privacy, but it was a treat to be able to socialize at the end of every day somewhere besides a crowded restaurant or hotel lobby. Great experience for all and our hosts could not have been more gracious. We will be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful, Clean, Lovely large house

My husband and I rented this house for our large family to attend our son’s wedding in Louisville. The house was perfect for our family. It was in a beautiful safe, quiet neighborhood surrounded by mansions. The gathering rooms were also large, which was great for hanging out. We did a lot of cooking and grilling at the house which was equipped with everything you would need.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

weekend reunion

The house is a wonderful place to stay. It is centrally located in the city which makes it easy to get around. In addition to a really nice kitchen, there are gathering areas which accommodate a large group very well. The pool had already been closed but looks like it would be great fun in the summer. I've already recommended it to several of my friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024