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The Full Proof Penthouse in Downtown Bardstown walking to restaurants & shops.

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Interior
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Bardstown Civil War Museum
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Bardstown, KY
  • Place, Bardstown Art Gallery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bardstown Civil War Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, My Old Kentucky Home State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Primary

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Primary Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Full Proof Penthouse in Downtown Bardstown walking to restaurants & shops.

Enjoy a peaceful stay at this superb 3-bedroom apartment in Bardstown. This enchanting property offers a Bourbon-themed escape for guests seeking a living space near downtown's restaurant and shop scene. Inside, you'll find a spacious, well-appointed living area with cozy furnishings and all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. The kitchen is fully equipped for preparing meals and entertaining on an elevated level, and the bedrooms promise a comfortable night’s sleep with plush bedding and amenities. Whether you're here to explore the bourbon trails, enjoy local festivals, or simply soak in the rich history and culture of Bardstown, our downtown loft provides the ideal base for your adventures. Book now and experience the best of Bardstown from the comfort of our charming downtown retreat! Note that the apartment is located in the center of the downtown community. The apartment has upgraded storm windows, but street noise can be heard from the apartment.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We do not provide any equipment for children.
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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
No Pets allowed; $ 500-a-day pet fee will be charged if a pet is found on the premises.
Trash must go in the trash can on the deck.
Before leaving the property, you must follow all the checkout rules in the House Manual.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4090098vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bardstown

Bardstown is home to this apartment. Fine Arts Bardstown Society and Bardstown Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include At Mary's and Shaq & Coco.
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Bardstown, KY

What's nearby

  • Fine Arts Bardstown Society - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bardstown Art Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bardstown Civil War Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bardstown Burger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Full Proof Penthouse in Downtown Bardstown walking to restaurants & shops. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Full Proof Penthouse in Downtown Bardstown walking to restaurants & shops.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Full Proof Penthouse in Downtown Bardstown walking to restaurants & shops.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Full Proof Penthouse in Downtown Bardstown walking to restaurants & shops. located?

Situated in Bardstown, this apartment building is steps away from At Mary's, Shaq & Coco and Fine Arts Bardstown Society. Bardstown Art Gallery and Bardstown Civil War Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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. 22 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a beautiful place in the heart of downtown Bardstown.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We used the kitchen very little but it had everything g and more to make our stay perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr 2026
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Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing and beautiful place. Walking distance to all the shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place, perfect location in downtown Bardstown. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in Bardstown. Beautiful place. Great set up for a group or family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing. Will definitely be back. The design and layout was perfect for us. The interior decorating was incredible. The location couldn’t have been better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and furnishings/finishes
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jean P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is awesome -- loved it. We also like going to the bar, store and restaurant that the owners own. Liam and Ash cocktail emporium has some awesome drinks!!!! Kaden Lake Curated Emporium - got a fabulous bourbon themed sweatshirt!!!! Oak and Ember is also super good. We planned to go to all of these before we knew that the owners of the penthouse also owned them.The penthouse is really nice!!!! It was nice to be able to have a place to go - when not at Thurby or the Derby. It was perfect for 2 couples. Would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the second time our family stayed at the Full Proof Penthouse. We enjoyed our stay so much the first time we had to come back! The apartment was perfect for our family of 6 to celebrate my Dad’s 79th birthday. The kitchen is well stocked with anything you could possibly need. We love the large dining table for games in the evenings. The beds are very comfortable and it so nice for each couple to have their own en suite. We also enjoyed the rooftop porch in the afternoons. Parking is available in a lot not far from the VRBO. It is perfect for visiting many of the distilleries near Bardstown.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brie T.

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

Wonderful

Great location, beautifully decorated. Easy to walk to bars, restaurants & shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and spacious. Only downside was traffic noise at night Great cation to explore the downtown and enjoy golfing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob H.

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

Bourbon Trail

Excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

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

Great space.

This apartment is not only beautiful it is in an excellent location. The beds were comfortable and the baths were spacious. The one downside is traffic noise.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Modern luxury in the heart of Bardstown

Full Proof Penthouse provided everything and more for a long weekend in Bardstown. The location to restaurants, shopping, distilleries, and bars could not be beat. FPP was immaculate, furnishings were top notch with attention to detail noticed in every room. Hosts were friendly and responsive. Looking forward to a rerun trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Fabulous getaway, Fabulous location.

Great location and accommodations with the newly renovated property, the 3 bedroom 3 bathroom penthouse property was excellent for our family getaway. The property was meticulously renovated for comfort and relaxation with a cross between modern convenience and old exposed barn style beams. Situated in the heart of Bardstown it was an ideal location within walking distance to many local attractions including the bourbon history museum, great restaurants, shops and tasting rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Nicest VRBO we’ve seen

This beautiful property was the nicest we have ever seen! The furnishings, appliances, beds, bathrooms were all fantastic. The owners were very attentive to us and the location is in the center of Bardstown with plenty of restaurants, bars, ice cream parlors with a block or two. Notably, there is street noise due to this great location, but our family (with a 1-year-old) would love to stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward R.

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

Fantastic Property

The decor is stunning and the cleanlines of the unit was impecable. The beds were all very comfortable. The unit is stocked with just about anything you will ever need. Our only challenges were using the outdoor Blackstone grill - we could only get one half to light and sections of the top of the gridle had a lot of rust so we had to cook food in shifts. We also had a tough time with some of the induction stove and related cookware so we resorted to use of the microwave for certain meals. The traffic noise in town can be a little loud and it starts early for those who like to sleep in. All said - we wouldn't hestitate to go back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous penthouse. First class all the way. The location is unbeatable. Walk to everything. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abby S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The penthouse was absolutely stunning and extremely clean. This place was so perfectly located too, we loved that we could walk everywhere. The hosts were always available for questions. We had the best time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RANDY T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved the Full Proof penthouse. It was tastefully decorated and well stocked for our 3 couples. The town of Bardstown was a perfect home base for our Kentucky Bourbon Trail trip. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liesl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing place! It is the best decorated place I have stayed and had everything we needed. Great location and exactly as described - would love to return back again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

About the host

Hosted by Will & Alicia Hardy

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Will & Alicia Hardy, originally from Atlanta, Georgia, made Bardstown their second home. Will's roots trace back to Bullitt County, where he was born and raised. Two years ago, with their partners, they embarked on the exciting project of renovating the old Holiday Inn into the luxurious Trail Hotel. Leaving behind a son in college, they now raise three teens in beautiful Bardstown while running a curated boutique, cocktail lounge, and luxury Airbnb rentals.

Why they chose this property

Will and Alicia Hardy and their partners have embarked on a journey to transform Bardstown. Their vision includes The Trail Hotel and curated emporiums. With backgrounds in real estate, education, hospitality, and events, they're adding restaurant/bar connoisseurs and boutique owners to their repertoire.

What makes this property unique

The property is on the upper level of an old bank building built in the 1920s. The old bank vault can still be found in the crawlspace of the old building, a silent witness to its rich history. Will and Alicia, with a clear vision and unwavering determination, have transformed the first level into a boutique, Kaden Lake, on one side and a cocktail emporium named Liam Ash on the other. The boutique is a loving tribute to their daughters, and the bar is a heartfelt homage to their sons. With its sentimental value, the building was purchased by the couple to help transform Bardstown into a Bourbon Tourism space, a vision that inspires hope and excitement for the future, where clients can sip, shop, and stay.

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