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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 .

The House with the Orange Door
Near Churchill Downs (7mins) UofL (5mins) downtown (10mins) Convention Center (10mins) Fairgrounds (4mins), and close to restaurants, bars and coffee shops. The home offers two bedrooms with queen beds and a pull-out couch in the living room. Enjoy coffee or a relaxing evening 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. No local bookings please!

Historic Cabin by Bourbon Trail
Historic, unique, tasteful and serene - the Edward Tyler house, ca. 1783, is a stone cabin 20 minutes SE of Louisville on 13 acre estate. Near the famous bourbon trail, rental includes full cabin and large screen porch overlooking pond with fountain. First floor has living/dining/kitchen space with small sofa bed and stone fireplace (gas); queen bed and full bath on second floor. American and European antique furnishings and fine art welcome you to fully updated home with central HVAC.

The River's Edge Oasis, close to downtown
Welcome to your oasis on the water! Relax and unwind at the River's Edge. This home is about as close as you can get to paradise in Louisville Ky (also known as River City)! Perfect getaway for a romantic weekend or the best place to relax after a long day of work! Voted #1 Vacation rental in KY by Dreamy Stays!! This unique home is designer decorated and updated with all the amenities! An 8 minute drive to downtown Louisville, the oasis offers the best of both worlds. Book today!

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

Charming 3BR home near Louisville attractions!
Discover the perfect stay in Old Louisville South. Ideal for business travelers, digital nomads, and Derby visitors, this charming 3-BR, 2-BA home offers Wi-Fi, a dedicated workspace, full kitchen, and laundry—great for extended stays. Relax on the front porch or unwind in the spacious backyard after a day at the races. Enjoy easy access to UofL, medical centers, dining, and bourbon hotspots. Very close to Churchill Downs, perfect location to celebrate with Derby festivities!

Spacious family-friendly stay with arcade fun!
Welcome to your stylish and spacious Louisville retreat! This beautifully designed first-floor apartment offers comfort, entertainment, and modern convenience, perfect for families, groups, or business travelers looking to stay near everything Louisville has to offer. Whether you're visiting for the Kentucky Derby, a weekend getaway, business travel, or family time, this spacious and modern apartment provides the perfect home base for your Louisville stay.

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!

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.

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.

*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.

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.
Popular amenities for holiday rentals near Kentucky Derby Museum
Apartment rentals with wifi

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Louisville's Central "Lilly Pad"

The Third Spire-Churchill Downs-Fair Expo-UofL-SDF

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Apartment rentals with air conditioning

Chic, Luxurious Carriage House in Ideal Location

Charming Highlands apartment

Lucky Horseshoe

Falls City Loft - Free parking!

4th Street Suites - Deluxe King Bed Suite

Renovated Riverfront Apartment with Elevated Deck

Sun-filled Phoenix Hill Studio

Basement Apartment in Germantown
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The Coop

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





