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The Lucky Horseshoe 4BR, 1.5BA Derby-side retreat

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The Lucky Horseshoe courtyard is not your typical Louisville stay.
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The yard is fully enclosed creating a private atmosphere.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Louisville, KY
  • Place, Churchill Downs
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Louisville
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

The Lucky Horseshoe 4BR, 1.5BA Derby-side retreat

Welcome to the Lucky Horseshoe, a one-of-a-kind Louisville getaway located directly across the street from historic Churchill Downs. Whether you're in town for the Kentucky Derby, bourbon trail adventures, concerts, or a weekend away with family and friends, this stylish home delivers comfort, character, and an unbeatable location.

The Lucky Horseshoe is a single-family home in Louisville, Kentucky offering one of the most sought-after locations in the city-directly across the street from historic Churchill Downs. Perfect for Kentucky Derby guests, bourbon lovers, families, and friend groups, this home combines comfort with authentic Louisville character and playful amenities you won't find in a standard hotel.

Inside, the home features - four thoughtfully designed sleeping spaces, including three private bedrooms with plush queen-size beds and a loft-style fourth bedroom with two twin beds ideal for children and additional guests. With 1.5 bathrooms, an open and functional layout, and stylish finished throughout, the home comfortably accommodates group stays while maintaining a relaxed, cozy feel.

The open-concept kitchen and dining area is perfect for gathering, entertaining, or enjoying meals together after a day at the track or on the Bourbon Trail.

Step outside into a private, courtyard-style backyard oasis that truly sets The Lucky Horseshoe apart. The backyard features a beautiful mural created by a local artist creating an unbelievable backdrop for photos on relaxing evenings and Derby celebrations. With a fire pit, ambient lighting, privacy fencing, and outdoor games, this space is perfect for unwinding, socializing, or enjoying Kentucky nights year round.

This home includes a 2 car garage and private parking, a major advantage for guests staying near Churchill Downs-especially during busy Derby week and event weekends. Additional parking in front of the house.

This home is also just minutes from Downtown Louisville, NuLu, top restaurants, nightlife, museums, and Bourbon Trail distilleries, making it an ideal base for exploring the city.

The Kentucky Fair & Expo Center, The Louisville Zoo/Mega Caverns, Louisville Slugger Museum, Muhammad Ali Museum, The Riverbats Stadium and The YUM Center just to name a few are a short drive away!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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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

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number LIC-STL-22-00888
Property # 3163956vb
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Louisville

Located in South Louisville, a neighbourhood in Louisville, this holiday home is near theme parks and near a water park. KFC Yum Center and Louisville Slugger Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Kentucky Kingdom and Louisville Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Churchill Downs or L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding.
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Louisville, KY

What's nearby

  • Churchill Downs - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of Louisville - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Kentucky Derby - 3 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Expo Five - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rally's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kroger Fuel Center - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lucky Horseshoe 4BR, 1.5BA Derby-side retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lucky Horseshoe 4BR, 1.5BA Derby-side retreat?

As of 17 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lucky Horseshoe 4BR, 1.5BA Derby-side retreat on 10 June 2026 start from AU$250, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Lucky Horseshoe 4BR, 1.5BA Derby-side retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Lucky Horseshoe 4BR, 1.5BA Derby-side retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lucky Horseshoe 4BR, 1.5BA Derby-side retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Lucky Horseshoe 4BR, 1.5BA Derby-side retreat located?

Located in South Louisville, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Churchill Downs and University of Louisville. Kentucky Exposition Center is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean Rooms, Family-friendly, Ideal Location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would stay again. Comfortable. Soft sheets.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

noah e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house with back yard, friendly neighborhood within walking distance of things.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Cute backyard. Close to the Kentucky Fair and Expo Center.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John Z.

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

Great House, Amenities and Location

We enjoyed the backyard games, location to attractions and separate beds. Everything we needed including a large fridge. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Great house!

We loved being so close to Churchill. Home was very clean and had everything we needed. Owners were very helpful when we needed them.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Great Location

Great Location to Kentucky Kingdom. Literally directly across the street from Churchill Downs track.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

makylie p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I live in louisville and I don’t usually go to this part of louisville but this house was in a great location and very quiet neighborhood. It’s right beside church hill downs so would be perfect for Derby. We stayed to be closer to the UofL stadium and it was only a 8 min drive ! Highly recommend. Very clean and beautiful place !
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany N.

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

Perfect for us

We visited on a volleyball tournament and the location was perfect. Beds were a little hard and hot water ran out fairly quick for having 5 people but other than that was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone W.

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

New Years

We spent the New Year in Louisville. Everything went very smoothly with this place and it is a very nice property. Location is great also.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy

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

Great place!

Short weekend getaway. This property is exactly what is described. It was very clean and welcoming. The arcade games were entertaining and brought back good childhood memories. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keeley B.

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

Adorable cottage

Cottage was adorable! Neighborhood was quiet. Arcade game was a big hit. We went to the Kentucky derby museum and that was a lot of fun.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

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

The house was exaxtly as pictured on the listing. Very clean.

Pulling in after dark, first impressions of the neighborhood was deceiving but we learned,quickly that it was very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie M.

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

Next to Churchill Downs

Although we didn’t spend a lot of time at the cottage, we had all that was needed. The 3 bedrooms gave us plenty of room to spread out. My daughters loved the upstairs area and claimed it upon arrival. The area was extremely quiet. We were across the street from Churchill Downs and could’ve easily walked to over.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina E.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Linda

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We hope you enjoy this home and your trip to Louisville!

Why they chose this property

We wanted to provide our guests with an authentic Churchill Downs experience.

What makes this property unique

The vibe of this home is a fun place where you can relax and experience the pride of Louisville, KY - Historic Churchill Downs.

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