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Bourbon Belle- A Germantown Favorite! Priv Parking

Holiday home in Louisville with kitchen and balcony

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Private kitchen
Living area
Room
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Louisville, KY
  • Place, University of Louisville
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Kentucky International Convention Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, KFC Yum Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Primary Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bourbon Belle- A Germantown Favorite! Priv Parking

The Bourbon Belle is a newly renovated historic shotgun home in the heart of Louisville's Germantown neighborhood. We are ready to host short term, mid-term, and long term rental guests. Digital nomads, nurses and healthcare professionals welcome!
Lots of natural light and tall ceilings make your stay feel comfy and warm just like home. Sleeps 4 comfortably and has 1.5 bathrooms. W/D. 2 Smart 55" TVs. High speed internet. Mini-market and coffee shop @ Full Stop Cafe across the street.
**Please Note- We ask all guests to upload ID, e-sign our rental agreement and send security deposit of $400 at time of booking. And be sure to read our House Rules to make sure our listing is a good fit. Must be 21 yrs old to book.
Centrally located, close to Downtown, U of Louisville, KY Fair &Expo Center, Louisville Airport, and only 3.2 miles away from Churchill Downs.
The space
The Bourbon Belle is one of Louisville's original shotgun homes. Louisville is known for it's preservation of these unique homes that "you could fire a shotgun from one end of the home out the other". They were built in the early 1890’s by German immigrants working in small farms and butcher shops.
We worked to restore this historic property with modern conveniences and comforts while keeping the rich tradition alive.
This home is 900 square feet and has 1 primary bedroom and full bath, 1 queen sized sofa bed with half bath, large cozy papasan chair, fully stocked kitchen with all new appliances, 2 Smart TVs, high speed internet, back yard with patio and gas grill. Sleeps 4 comfortably, premium linens and towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner supplied.
Location! Location! Our neighborhood is known for walkability, local small business, and it’s vibrance!
Guest access-
Free street parking in the front. Lock box next to front door will release key inside for easy check in. No Pets, No Parties/Events please.
Other things to note-
Louisville is best known for it’s Bourbon tradition, Bluegrass music, and thoroughbred horse racing- the Kentucky Derby! We hope you have a chance to experience some of those traditions and also our great neighborhood bars and restaurants.
* We also own the 2 houses next door if more room is needed for your party.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised by registered adult.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please text us when you are leaving so we can get a jump on cleaning:)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Guest is required to sign a Renter Agreement. Security Deposit Required of $400. Minimum age to rent is 21.
Renter Agreement must be signed within 48 hours after booking. For last-minute reservations, agrmnt must be signed before check-in info will be sent.
NO Smoking. NO pets. NO parties/events. Quiet Hours are from 10:00PM - 08:00AM.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number LIC-STL-23-01241

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Louisville

Located in Germantown, a neighbourhood in Louisville, this holiday home is near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ohio River Valley and Louisville Mega Cavern, while Louisville Slugger Museum and Louisville Zoo are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at KFC Yum Center or L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Louisville, KY

What's nearby

  • University of Louisville - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Fourth Street Live! - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Kentucky International Convention Center - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • KFC Yum Center - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Kentucky Exposition Center - 9 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Atrium Brewing - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Phalcha - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Big Bad Breakfast Louisville - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kaiju - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Shahar - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bourbon Belle- A Germantown Favorite! Priv Parking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bourbon Belle- A Germantown Favorite! Priv Parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bourbon Belle- A Germantown Favorite! Priv Parking?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bourbon Belle- A Germantown Favorite! Priv Parking located?

Located in Germantown, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Cherokee Park, Ohio River Valley and KFC Yum Center. Broadway Theatre and Norton Healthcare Pavilion are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Glynis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, cozy and clean!

Great property, very cozy and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lily Y., Plano, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short But Sweet Stay

Very clean and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reaghan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Wonderful location and a lovely shotgun home. Was in town for work and ended up having to stay a few extra days - so glad I had this great space to come back to each evening. I also highly recommend Phalcha Coffee down the road :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed!

We were near everything we needed. Perfect distance from Raising Canes. House was exactly like the pictures showed. Papasan chair was very comfy. Loved the Roku tv in the bedroom. Perfect for our volleyball weekend! Host was very responsive and checked to make sure we had arrived ok. We would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, comfortable stay

Cute property, very well maintained. We only stayed one night so not needing much. Full kitchen and back yard were nice. Area has walkable eating establishments.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Louisville for the night

Took my kiddos to their first music festival this was a super cute place. Great kitchen, spacious resting. Loved their house!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Homey

We had a very nice time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend

Pictures were spot on. Comfortable and well appointed. Great place to use as a home base when visiting Louisville and surrounding area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G., Hanover VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great refuge

Great little property that has everything one would need for a comfortable stay. Well provisioned kitchen if you want to cook your own meals. All appliances are clean and up to date.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Cute Home in Great Neighborhood

We stayed here for 5 nights working remote and taking in Derby week festivities. The place is just as described and bigger than we thought it would be. There were two of us in our party, and we were very comfortable. Place is well stocked, and the neighborhood is great for walking and exploring. The hosts were awesome - very responsive and worked with us on a late checkout. Highly recommend and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary beth r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Evening before the PGA

Lovely location perfect for getting around town and being near the Expo center for the PGA tournament at Valhalla. Everything was as expected. Parking was a breeze. thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet house!

This place has great vibes! The house was so comfortable and relaxing. The only surprise was the takedown reno of the house next door (the same owner as this house) without notification prior to my booking. The noise was disruptive for a couple days while working from home. If that wasn’t the case this place would’ve been a solid 10/10.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

making memories

overall we loved it. very comfortable. being in our 60's and 70's we had trouble with all the light switches and didn't realize till our last day that the remote for the fan/light was on the table. I was using the switch on the wall. But we are old so don't take to much from our lighting challenges lol. Any way thank you so much and hope when we decide to . come visit my daughter and son in law again we can stay at your property. It was only 2 minutes from where my daughter lives.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Martin W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

A Decent Stay in Louisville

Overall the property was good. The house is cute and feels comfortable to stay in. The hosts are very communicative. The location was overall good, just a little bit of louder traffic outside the house which leaked into the thin walls. If you plan on having two or more people staying in separate beds, I suggest looking elsewhere. The pull out couch is just a sliding mattress that is significantly smaller than a standard sized twin bed. The cleanliness is surface level good. However, under the bed, couch, and other areas are not clean. We had a cockroach in the bathroom that may be do to this.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super nice spot just perfect for two
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy home in a walkable neighborhood. Home is exactly as described. Off street parking is an added bonus. Close to NuLu and many other Louisville attractions. Host was very quick to respond and helpful.
NuLu building art
Smoke town building art
Shelby Park building art
Angel’s Envy distillery
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice property

I've stayed at this property before and recommend it highly. The host is excellent. Coffee shop is right across the street and many restaurants are fairly close.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Louisville stay

The VRBO was in a perfect location for us. We attended a volleyball tournament at Louisville convention center. I would recommend anybody stay at this location. If we get back to Louisville, we will definitely try to stay at the same place.Tom Wilson
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bourbon Belle Stay

Came to Louisville for a long weekend to visit with my son and his girlfriend and to watch the national football championship game. Can’t imagine our staying at a hotel again as long as homes like this are available. It’s so much more relaxing and has the benefit of a kitchen available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kyle N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Quick Getaway

Positives - As described, clean, good proximity to things to do, parking behind house, and effective for costNegatives - Immediate location is okay, but surrounding areas are pretty rough. That’s really the only complaint outside of noise from planes flying overhead. Some of the windows weren’t locked when we arrived. Not a big deal, so didn’t say anything to the host. Just thought it was weird.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feels like home

This shotgun house is so adorable and roomy for a one bedroom. Extremely clean and up to date. The kitchen has all the tools you need to make an incredible dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

NAILE and antiques

Very nice. Beautifully decorated
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet getaway

The Bourbon Belle was the perfect location for a quick, quiet visit to Louisville. The home was cozy and comfortable, very convenient to downtown and distilleries and for hopping on/off the interstate. We’ve already recommended to friends that have Louisville and tastings in their travel plans. Thanks to Karen and Ken for sharing their stylishly updated shotgun house!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location - clean property

Great and very quick stay. Would come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy Stay

We were in town to visit family, so we didn’t spend much time at all on property but it was a clean, comfortable place to hang our hats at the end of the day. Excellent communication with owner both before and during our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Karen Sumner

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Hello,
My husband and I have lived in the Highlands/Germantown area since 1997. I am a retired nurse and real estate agent and we run a real estate investment company, managing our properties ourselves without using a property management co. I am originally from Louisville and met my husband while studying at the University of Kentucky. However, we both graduated from the University of Louisville! So, we get to cheer for both teams!
We love Louisville, know the history and all the cool things to see and do. We love being centrally located and close to everything! Just let us know what your interests are and if you need some tips we'd be happy to help!

Why they chose this property

Eclectic vibe, walkability, local restaurants, bars, and shops with a neighborhood feel.
Owners are also the operators. We have a vested interest in maintaining quality and ease of communication to make your stay the best it can be!

What makes this property unique

Coffee shop and local market across the street at the Full Stop Station Cafe.
Location close to Airport, University of Louisville, Churchill Downs, Downtown, restaurants, shops, and parks.
One full bathroom and one half bathroom to quickly get ready and go to your event or evening out.

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