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Shotgun Rye is ready for Kentucky Derby 2026!
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!

The House with the Orange Door
Located near Churchill Downs, UofL, downtown, the Convention Center and Fairgrounds, and a short distance to restaurants, bars and coffee shops. This single family home offers two bedrooms with queen beds and a pull-out couch in the living room. Enjoy coffee or a relaxing evening cocktail 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.

Bourbon City Loft - Free downtown parking!
If this loft is booked, please check out my other listings... https://www.airbnb.com/h/derby-city-loft https://www.airbnb.com/h/river-city-loft Spacious 950 sq. ft. loft located in the heart of downtown Louisville. Walking distance to shops, restaurants, bars and 1 block from 4th Street Live! You'll be 4 blocks from the YUM! Center, 2 blocks from the Kentucky International Convention Center, and less than 10 minutes from Churchill Downs! Free parking in a secured parking garage!

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

Comfortable-relaxed space to find your inspiration
Located in the Germantown neighborhood of Louisville, this peaceful efficiency apartment in a traditional "shotgun" home, built in the 1890s, is within 10 minutes of nearly all of Louisville’s airport traveler’s attractions. Guests enjoy great sleep on top bedding and attention to detail. Sit on the front porch and let time slip by or spend the evening with a relaxing drink or meal in one of the neighborhood’s hip local eateries and bars. Plan your next journey.

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.

Schweet Schnitzelburg Suite
This private guest suite sits in the heart of the Schnitzelburg neighborhood in Louisville, only 3.5 miles from downtown, approximately 2 miles from Churchill Downs, 1.5 miles from U of L, 2 miles from the Louisville Expo Center, and 3 miles from the Louisville Zoo. The suite is situated in the basement of a cape-cod style brick home and features a private, first-floor entrance, one bedroom with a full-size bed, a full bath, and a cozy living area.

*Walk to Churchill Downs!*Close to Expo, UL, YUM!
This house just went under a full renovation! Everything is new and awaits your stay. This property is only .4 miles away from the historic Churchill Downs! A quick Uber or cab ride will get you to 4th Street Live, the Highlands, Frankfort Ave, and many more attractions. We are also only 1.9 miles away from the Kentucky Fair and Expo Center which hosts events every week, concerts, Kentucky Kingdom amusement park, and the state fair.

Germantown Carriage House w/garage
Germantown is a quaint neighborhood revitalized with restaurants, coffee shops and pubs. The carriage house has all the amenities for any length of stay, including garage parking with room for bikes. Only 2 miles from downtown Louisville, Germantown is nestled between the energetic and historic Highlands neighborhood, beautiful historic Old Louisville, and hipster NULU. Keyless entry makes for seamless check in and out.

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.

One Room Apartment with Private Off Street Parking
Room is a stand alone efficiency with a kitchenette, blackout curtains, and reclining queen bed. It has one designated parking space and seperate entrance. Unit has private bath and walk in closet, and kitchenete. Also has refeigerator, coffee maker, work desk microwave, 42" smart tv, Ninja airfryer oven, and couch. Private porch with table and chairs. Close/secure single parking space.

HIghlands Modern Get Away
Ideal, quiet place in the highlands. You have the apartment over the garage. You'll have a place all to yourself with most the amenities of your own home. Studio apartment with a balcony if you decide to hang out and relax for the evening. There is a cook top, but no oven in the kitchen. Park in the driveway in front of the garage. Pets are welcome, plz add them when booking.
Popular amenities for holiday rentals near Churchill Downs
Apartment rentals with wifi

The Derby City Loft, luxury, walk to museum row

The Old Fashioned~Luxury 1BR~Stay Nulu Marketplace

Perfect Nulu Getaway w/ Best Location- low fees

Downtown Condo | Private 1 CAR Garage & Balcony

Glassworks Loft at Louisville Skyline

The Highlands Modern Condo

Charming Penthouse/Rooftop Patio/Downtown

The Greatest penthouse in the heart of city
Family-friendly house rentals

Limerick Carriage Company - Happy Holidays!

Colonel Lou Lou's

Relaxing Oasis - Churchill Downs

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

Quiet Neighborhood Home With Outstanding Location

Walk to Bars & Restaurants! | 1BR Highlands Stay!

1 mile to Churchill•Expo Center•Fenced Yard

Louisville's Central "Lilly Pad"
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

cellar hideaway

★ Victorian Louisville ★ Beautiful 1200 sqft Apt

Chic, Luxurious Carriage House in Ideal Location

Charming Highlands apartment

Downtown Apt | King Bed • Heated Pool + Hot Tub

4th Street Suites - Stunning King Bed Suite

Sun-filled Phoenix Hill Studio

Basement Apartment in Germantown
Other great holiday rentals near Churchill Downs

Modern Studio w/ Free Parking | Near Hospitals

Historic Old Louisville Creative Retreat w/garden

Historic Cabin by Bourbon Trail

The Mashbill - Modern & Walkable 3 min to Expo Ctr

Historically Preserved Loft 4 Mins from Churchill

Side Shack

Eco+ guest suite in the center of all the fun

2BR/1BA Bourbon Bungalow - Expo Center
Destinations to explore
- Buffalo Trace Distillery
- Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay
- Kentucky Derby Museum
- Kentucky Exposition Center
- Valhalla Golf Club
- Muhammad Ali Center
- Angel's Envy Distillery
- Falls of the Ohio State Park
- Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
- Louisville Slugger Field
- Big Four Bridge
- Kentucky Science Center
- Waterfront Park
- Evan Williams Bourbon Experience
- Frazier History Museum
- Hoosier National Forest
- Cherokee Park
- Kentucky International Convention Center
- L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium
- University of Louisville
- Jefferson Memorial Forest
- Marengo Cave National Landmark
- Heaven Hill Bourbon Experience
- Bardstown Bourbon Company




