Cozy Downtown Stay w/Private Backyard & Parking | House in Louisville, KY

Summary:
You'll have full access to this cozy home next to Louisville’s 1st & Original Pinball Bar, featuring 40+ Bourbons & Whiskeys. The space includes a fold-out couch in the living room and a queen bed upstairs. Perfect for Derby, Bourbon & Beyond, Louder Than Life, or a show at Zanzabar! Just 3.7 miles to Downtown, 2.3 miles to Churchill Downs, and 1.6 miles to the Expo Center. Great donuts & coffee are within walking distance. Enjoy a unique stay with great drinks, games, and local charm!
The Space:
ACCESS TYPE:
▻ Guests will have access to the entire home.
1ST FLOOR:
▻ Living Area- spacious living room featuring a comfortable sofa bed and TV for entertainment
▻ Kitchen and Dining- featuring modern appliances (fridge, stove, oven, toaster, Keurig, toaster)
▻ Full bathroom - with bath tub, shower, and basic toiletries
▻ Laundry Area - with Washer and Dryer
2ND FLOOR:
▻ Bedroom 1- spacious room with a 1x queen bed, AC, and Smart TV
▻ Game Room - Fun space with board games
HIGHLIGHTS:
▻ Self check-in process
▻ Private entrance
▻ Private Backyard
▻ Free Parking
ACCESSIBILITY:
▻ A few stairs to reach the main entrance of the unit
▻ This home has 2 floors
Note: Our listing is located near The Z Bar, which has an outdoor patio where guests may gather to drink and socialize. While this adds to the vibrant atmosphere of the area, please note that there may be some noise, especially on busy nights. If you're sensitive to sound, we recommend bringing earplugs or using a white noise option for a more comfortable stay.
Guest Access:
PARKING:
▻ There's 1 parking spot available in the rear of house and a lot of street parking
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:
▻ University of Louisville – 5-minute drive
▻ Churchill Downs – 7-minute drive
▻ Downtown Louisville – 8-minute drive
▻ Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory – 10-minute drive
▻ Muhammad Ali Center – 9-minute drive
▻ Kentucky International Convention Center – 8-minute drive
▻ KFC Yum! Center – 9-minute drive
▻ Louisville Zoo – 12-minute drive
▻ Louisville Mega Cavern – 12-minute drive
▻ Waterfront Park – 10-minute drive
▻ Cherokee Park – 12-minute drive
▻ Seneca Park – 15-minute drive
▻ Falls of the Ohio State Park – 13-minute drive
Nearby Favorite Breakfast / Coffee Spots:
▻ Please & Thank You – 6-minute drive
▻ Sunergos Coffee – 4-minute drive
▻ Highland Morning – 9-minute drive
Nearby Favorite Lunch Spots:
▻ The Cafe – 3-minute drive
▻ Wiltshire Pantry Bakery and Café – 7-minute drive
▻ El Taco Luchador – 6-minute drive
Nearby Favorite Dinner Spots:
▻ Hammerheads – 7-minute drive
▻ Jack Fry's – 7-minute drive
▻ 610 Magnolia – 5-minute drive
▻ Harvest – 6-minute drive
Nearby Favorite Breweries:
▻ Against the Grain Brewery – 9-minute drive
▻ Gravely Brewing Co. – 7-minute drive
▻ Great Flood Brewing Company – 10-minute drive
▻ Goodwood Brewing Co. – 8-minute drive
Nearby Favorite Bars:
▻ Zanzabar – 3-minute drive
▻ Haymarket Whiskey Bar – 7-minute drive
▻ The Silver Dollar – 10-minute drive
▻ Taj Louisville – 9-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 the window next to back door and above the window next to the front door. It is on and recording 24/7 to help ensure the safety of you and the property during your stay.

Cozy Downtown Stay w/Private Backyard & Parking is located in Merriwether. Cozy Downtown Stay w/Private Backyard & Parking provides accommodation, featuring Laundry, Air Conditioner, Security/Safety, among other amenities. This House features Laundry, Air Conditioner, Security/Safety, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Cozy Downtown Stay w/Private Backyard & Parking has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Merriwether has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Merriwether, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.