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Barrel House on Derby Row • 1890s Home Near Distilleries & Derby + Pvt Parking

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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Louisville, KY
  • Place, Shelby Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Louisville Dog Run
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Louisville
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Louisville

With a stay at this vacation home in Louisville (Germantown), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of University of Louisville and Louisville Waterfront Park. .This vacation home is 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Churchill Downs and 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Kentucky Exposition Center.

What's nearby

  • Shelby Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Old Louisville Dog Run - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • University of Louisville - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Cave Hill Cemetery - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Broadway Theatre - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kroger Fuel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Atrium Brewing - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Double Dragon - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Merry Weather - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Post - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Barrel House on Derby Row • 1890s Home Near Distilleries & Derby + Pvt Parking

Welcome to Barrel House on Derby Row, a stylish 1890's historic home in the heart of Louisville’s Schnitzelburg neighborhood. This updated space blends original Kentucky character + modern comfort, offering vintage soul without sacrificing today’s conveniences.

Walk to local restaurants, bars, & coffee shops, or take a quick drive to Churchill Downs, downtown, or other top attractions. Whether you're in town for the Derby, bourbon trail, or a weekend getaway, this is the perfect home base.

Built in 1890, this home has been lovingly updated while preserving the details that make it special.

Inside, you’ll find:
★ Spacious layout with high ceilings and original character
★ Two charming king bedrooms with historic warmth
★ Queen bedroom with quaint original angles and an integrated laundry nook
★ Fully equipped kitchen for cooking or gathering
★ Inviting living room designed for relaxing and unwinding
★ A curated blend of vintage charm + modern finishes

This isn’t a cookie‑cutter stay — it’s a home with personality, warmth, and a story. Because it’s an original 1890 structure, you’ll also find a classic narrow stairwell, one of the many authentic details that comes with a true historic home. It's part of the charm, but worth noting when carrying luggage.

Outdoor Space
★ Private back porch (currently being refreshed, but still fully usable)
★ Fire pit for evening hangs
★ Great space to unwind after exploring Louisville

Parking (A Rare Perk in this area!)
★ Private driveway fitting 1–2 vehicles
★ Free street parking available
One of the few homes in the area with this level of parking convenience.

Why Guests Love It
★ True historic charm you won’t find in new builds
★ Walkable, foodie-friendly neighborhood vibe with bar + dining favorites like North of Bourbon and Hauck’s less than a block away
★ Close to everything without the downtown noise
★ Comfortable beds and thoughtful design
★ Ideal for Derby trips, bourbon tours, and weekend getaways

Proximity to Key Spots
★ Churchill Downs — 10–12 minutes
★ Downtown / 4th Street Live — 8–10 minutes
★ Logan Street Market — 5 minutes
★ Germantown bars & restaurants — walkable
★ NuLu — 10 minutes
★ Louisville Airport (SDF) — 10–12 minutes
★ Bourbon Trail distilleries — 10–15 minutes

Guest access
★ Guests have full access to the entire home
★ Self check‑in with a private door code provided before arrival

Other things to note
★ Circa 1890 soul. This home wears its years like a well‑loved Derby hat—an original, narrower stairwell and a queen bedroom with angled ceilings add the authentic character Louisville's camelback shotgun homes are famous for.
★ Lovingly refreshed. Thoughtful updates honor the past while ensuring a spotless, comfortable, and warmly welcoming stay—perfect for pre‑race primps, bourbon nightcaps, or slow Southern mornings.
★ Derby‑day friendly touches. Plenty of charm for photos, cozy corners for mint juleps, and a peaceful retreat after the roar of Churchill Downs.
★ Quietly safeguarded. For guest safety, exterior‑only security cameras are in place; there are no cameras inside the home.
★ For lovers of character. If you’re drawn to story‑rich Southern spaces—patina, porch breezes, and a hint of romance—you’ll feel right at home here.
Make yourself comfortable in your air-conditioned vacation home. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number 1012873649

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