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Parklike Estate in the Heart of Louisville w/Pool and Gardens -- Family Friendly

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and outdoor pool

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Exterior detail
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 14655.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Louisville, KY
  • Place, KFC Yum Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Louisville Mega Cavern
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Louisville Zoo
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1 -- First Floor Master

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 -- Second Floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 -- Second Floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4 -- Second Floor

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5 -- Second Floor

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 6 -- Second Floor

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 7 -- Pool House

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1 -- First Floor

Toilet

Bathroom 2 -- First Floor

Toilet

Bathroom 3 -- First Floor (Master)

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4 -- Second Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5 -- Second Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 6 -- Second Floor

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7 -- Poolhouse

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Parklike Estate in the Heart of Louisville w/Pool and Gardens -- Family Friendly

PLEASE READ: We love to know why our guests are coming to Louisville -- please tell us a little bit about your group when booking.
Note that the property will only be able to be used by the group staying at the property. Please do not book if your intent is to invite anyone outside of your group to the home.
We are sorry, but we are unable to accommodate wedding groups or BACHELOR/BACHELORETTE parties.

A note about Derby bookings: Stonecote rents for a flat $30,000 fee for the week. You may arrive any day during Derby week and depart on Sunday following Derby. Price will be adjusted to reflect this rate when accepting the booking. Derby bookings are non-refundable. Please send an inquiry if interested in the rental of Stonecote for the week of the Derby.

Welcome to STONECOTE, a 5-acre estate built in 1920. It is fully updated and professionally decorated. It has 8 bedrooms and sleeps 14 in beds. The main house features a gourmet kitchen with butler's pantry featuring 2 refrigerators, 2 wall ovens, 3 dishwashers, a Viking gas cook top, wine cooler and Carrera marble counters. The living room features a comfortable conversation area and an antique baby grand piano (not tuned).. The large dining room can accommodate your entire group. Also, the large sun room offers an additional, less formal gathering space, and has a large TV. The pool house features an additional full kitchen and seating area as well as another bedroom with ensuite bath. There are multiple outdoor seating areas and an outdoor gas grill.

Room 1 (first floor): King bed with ensuite bath + sitting room
Room 2 (first floor): Two twin beds (no direct bath access, but there is a half bath across the hall)
Room 3 (second floor): King bed with ensuite bath
Room 4 (second floor): King bed with ensuite bath
Room 5 (second floor): Queen bed, Twin bed (shared bath)
Room 6 (second floor): 2 Queen beds (shared bath)
Room 7 (second floor): 2 Twin beds (shared bath)
Room 8 (pool house): King bed with ensuite bath

The 50' x 25' saltwater pool, is surrounded by mature perennial gardens and has a baby pool (pool is open seasonally, early-May to mid-September, depending on weather). Pool is not headed but should be pleasant during the summer.

High quality Frette bed linens and towels adorn each bedroom and bathroom. House is stocked with shower products (soap, shampoo, conditioner), bottled water and a Keurig and regular/drip coffee maker (coffee pods, tea, creamer and sugar), basic condiments and spices, dishes, utensils, pots/pans, etc.

Situated on one of the most elite streets in the city, in prestigious Seneca/Cherokee Gardens neighborhood just blocks from restaurants, shops and bars, and just steps from famed Cherokee Park. Easy freeway access, close to downtown and airport and just a short 20 minute drive from Valhalla Golf Course or 15 minutes from Churchill Downs. If you're not familiar with Louisville, this is the 'happening' part of town -- you'll be just blocks away from some of the best restaurants in the city.

We ask that all groups observe "quiet hours" starting at 10pm every night to avoid disturbing neighbors. Please note that illegal drug use and/or commercial sex acts are not allowed on the premise. We encourage you to leave your firearms at home. Should you choose to travel with firearms, please do not leave them at the property. We cannot believe we have to add these additional policies, but all rules are here because someone has done all of these things :)

Note about weddings and special events/parties: While we are flattered that you think Stonecote would make a great venue for your wedding, rehearsal dinner, wedding brunch, bridal shower or special event, the property is not set up to accommodate these parties due to neighborhood and car restrictions. Unfortunately, we are no longer able to rent to bridal parties, bachelor or bachelorette parties.

Check-in -- 3pm (if house is not booked prior to your arrival, early check-in may be requested)
Check-out -- 11am (if house is not booked after your departure, late check-out may be requested)
Restaurant and "to do" list will be provided upon booking. Guests are also welcome to contact a private chef to cook for them during their stay. City of Louisville Transient Room Tax (8.5% per stay) is included in base rates. Website collects additional state tax. Reserved bookings assume acceptance of the above guidelines.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Dogs allowed -- with a $100 additional animal fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside the house only.
Max 14 people and 5 cars on the property at any time. Louisville Short-Term Rental laws limit the number of adults to 12.
Reservations for the Kentucky Derby are not able to be canceled.
Minimum age of renters is 30. No drugs, no smoking and no commercial sex acts allowed on property. Please do not bring guns.

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
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
Property Registration Number 101267-4665

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Louisville

Located in Cherokee Seneca, 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 KFC Yum Center and Louisville Slugger Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Louisville Zoo and Kentucky Kingdom. 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

  • Historic Frankfort Avenue - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • KFC Yum Center - 6 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Louisville Mega Cavern - 8 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Louisville Waterfront Park - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Louisville Zoo - 13 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

  • Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger Girl Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fizz District - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Mundo Highlands - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪leMoo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hillcrest Tavern - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Parklike Estate in the Heart of Louisville w/Pool and Gardens -- Family Friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Parklike Estate in the Heart of Louisville w/Pool and Gardens -- Family Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Parklike Estate in the Heart of Louisville w/Pool and Gardens -- Family Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Parklike Estate in the Heart of Louisville w/Pool and Gardens -- Family Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Parklike Estate in the Heart of Louisville w/Pool and Gardens -- Family Friendly located?

This family-friendly Louisville holiday home is located in Cherokee Seneca, within 2 mi (3 km) of Cherokee Park, Seneca Park and Peterson-Dumesnil House. Ohio River Valley is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 145 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house on a beautiful property. It was a wonderful place to celebrate the matriarch 's birthday - plenty of room for the whole family. And the pool was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spent four wonderful nights with 10 sorority sisters who flew in from all over the US. The property was perfect for our group, the house is amazing and there were so many spaces indoors and outside for our group to hang out. I highly recommend Stonecote! Keith and Lisa were great hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Missy j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house! Perfect for larger family gatherings. Keith and Lisa are great to deal with!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

terry S.

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

smith family

The rental was very comfortable but needed a little going over to repair a few things. But overall, we had a very good time. Excellent neighborhood and plenty of anilities. Excellent pool and enough bedrooms for our family. Owner responded very quickly to all of our questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Gorgeous Home with Great Character

The home was absolutely beautiful, the layout of the bedrooms really allowed our volleyball team families to have personal space but still be together. Wish the weather was warmer for the girls to have enjoyed the fantastic pool on the property. We would certainly stay here again! Thank you for a great trip Keith and Lisa!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Stay

Loved the house. Lisa and Keith were wonderful hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose P.

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

Louisville Family Fun

Check in was smooth Owner met us at the door The living space was very nice to play cards watch tv Plenty of beds for our family The pool was a Huge Favorite
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia B.

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

Historic and Roomy

Traveled with 3 families, 2 grandparents, 4 grown adults, 10 children under 11 years. Good selections of sleeping arrangements for this configuration. Appreciated fenced in pool area that youngsters could not visit without adult. Pool house - a wonderful bonus for changing into bathing suits and having shaded area. Interior of main house lovely, historic detail, yet kid friendly (not much they could get into). One downside, near a major highway and traffic noise was a problem in some bedrooms. All in all a good time had by all.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah F.

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

Beautiful, Clean, Lovely large house

My husband and I rented this house for our large family to attend our son’s wedding in Louisville. The house was perfect for our family. It was in a beautiful safe, quiet neighborhood surrounded by mansions. The gathering rooms were also large, which was great for hanging out. We did a lot of cooking and grilling at the house which was equipped with everything you would need.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Beautiful property!!

The house is very charming with all the amenities! The hosts are very accommodating and unobtrusive. Our family had a wonderful time, enjoying the pool and the lovely kitchen!! The house was large enough to accommodate the entire family with enough bedrooms and bathrooms to make life comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen C.

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

Loved the property

Such a fun property. Very welcoming hosts! I love the house and the pool. Our family loved the space. Very clean. Nicer furniture than more expensive homes we have rented. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joy M.

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

Cousin's Trip

The property was beautiful, there was 13 of us staying with plenty of room. The host was available and responded immediately when I needed them.The weather was a bit chilly so we couldn't enjoy the pool. The pool house was nice and located very close to the main house. The location was excellent and within 20 minutes from every where we wanted to visit. I would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn I., Glen Carbon, Illinois

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

Better than the pictures show!

We all said it was better than the pictures!! Spacious home. Clean, well-equipped and the hosts were very responsive. We had a couple little issues and Keith came right over to address. Beds were all very comfortable, kitchen was wonderful, and the salt-water pool with the fans to sit under was perfect. Multiple large game and sitting areas. We will definitely consider renting this again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen L., Glenview, IL

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

Absolutely Perfect!

Our group of 6 couples enjoyed 4 fabulous nights at Stonecote. The house is beautiful, spacious, and extremely well-stocked with everything guests might need. There was ample room to gather at the dining table, in various places in the house, and on the front and back porches overlooking the lovely grounds. We had lots of fun preparing meals in the enormous kitchen and butler's pantry. We took full advantage of the 2 refrigerators, beverage refrigerator, and ice machine. The 3 dishwashers made clean up easy! The location was perfect for us! The house is a short walk to the park with lots of green space while still being only 20 minutes or less drive from everything else in and around the city. Our hosts were helpful and responsive during the reservation process and welcoming, gracious, and attentive during our stay. We felt incredibly well cared for and knew that - if we needed it - help was just a phone call away. There are many reasons why this property has so many 5-star reviews! It was truly one of the very best VRBO experiences I have ever had. Thank you, Lisa and Keith!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house with tons of character. Hosts were amazing - met us to walk us through the house and then said reach out if we need anything. Our friends loved hanging in the kitchen and great room and with plenty of beds and bedrooms for our group!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was very nice and suited our needs (6 couples). This is an old house, updated. Upper floors creaked a lot, noticeable, but somewhat charming also. The pool itself was closed (Autumn). The pool apartment was self-contained. The couple that stayed in it said the freeway nose a much, tv was not operative and the internet connection was very weak. Unfortunately, we had a walnut fall from a tree onto a vehicle that was parked in the designated parking area breaking a windshield. An insurance debate ensued between the owners of the house and vehicle and in my opinion went down a rabbit hole that diminished the pleasant experience we had anticipated (came into the conversation daily). The Host's recommendations for restaurants, private chef, Heather Lentz (Kentucky Girl Catering) was excellent. Mint Julep Bourbon tour was excellent until we got to the last distillery where they dropped the ball and we had no reservation (that's a review for that company). All-in-all, this house would merit our consideration in future trips of our groups to Louisville. A very roomy place.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I could not recommend staying here more. We had a group of 8 and we all had more than enough room. The house is great, the pool house is great, everything was clean and the hosts walked us through the house to explain everything given the size which was really helpful. The hosts were awesome. Also the pool is really really nice if you come when it is open. The neighborhood is really nice and location convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect spot for our family gathering! The home was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed to relax and enjoy our time together. The owners were great—very responsive and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. Check-in and check-out were smooth and hassle-free. We couldn’t have asked for a better stay and would definitely come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We booked this gorgeous home for a long weekend for a family of ten people. My brothers and I wanted to share time with our elderly parents, and we needed a place that was big enough for all of us and close enough to South Carolina that we could drive. This home was a perfect spot to celebrate life and time together. There was plenty of room and the kitchen is fabulous- 2 ovens, 2 dishwashers, a large gas stove, coffee bar, etc. There even is an additional dishwasher in the bar area. The house is wonderfully decorated, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed it so much that we did not even leave the property on Sunday. We used Instacart to get food to the house and just sat around and talked. It was great family fun!The hosts, Lisa and Keith, were there when we arrived to get us acquainted to the property. The house had everything at you could possibly need. My husband and I stayed in the pool house, which is large enough to live in permanently. Just a quick note here- the washing machine and dryer are located in the pool house. This was not a problem for us at all!!!I highly recommend staying in this property if you are visiting the Louisville area and the Bourbon Trail.
Front of the house
Fantastic place to visit!
Buffalo Trace is the place to be!
The back patio
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

DeAnna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owner met us upon our arrival to make sure we understood the workings of the home and made himself available if we needed anything. The home was a beautifully unkept historic home that allowed our family to gather for meals, movies and games. The pool and pool house were so nice to relax and enjoy our summer days. The use of their pool towels was so nice and there were tons of them. The extra refrigerator in the butlers pantry allowed us to chill all of our drinks while keeping the other refrigerator open for our food. The bedrooms and bathrooms were comfortable and very accommodating for all our needs. More than ample room for large family or friend gatherings. The setting is in a lovely neighborhood that has the local deer roaming by each night. We would 100% stay here again and highly recommend it. All of our adult children and their spouses kept commenting how much they enjoyed this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house with lots of character. Kitchen very well equipped for cooking for large group. Pool was amazing. Hosts were communicative, informative and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous home that was perfect for our multigenerational family gathering. Plenty of beautifully decorated living spaces for everyone to be together. The pool was a huge hit for adults and kiddos alike - so nice to have the baby pool as an option for our littlest family members. Lisa and Keith were extraordinary hosts. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KELSEY H.

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

5 Stars – Beautiful, Historic, and Perfectly Located!

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful historic home. It was spacious and very accommodating for our group, with thoughtful touches that made everyone feel comfortable. The location was absolutely fantastic—just minutes from everything, yet tucked away enough to feel private and peaceful. The hosts were incredibly attentive and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our stay. Highly recommend this property for anyone looking for a unique, convenient, and welcoming place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful property, very comfortable for large family gatherings. We spent much of our time playing games and cooking dinners together in the well equipped kitchen. Bedrooms and bathrooms were well arranged with plenty of private space for our adult kids and their families. Dining room table easily seated 12 together, and the pool area was a great casual outside gathering space. Nearby Cherokee Park is an easy walk or bike ride.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walt W.

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

Retirement on steroids

The property is fabulous! Our group absolutely loved the stay. we liked the property so much that we found ourselves cutting our visits throughout Kentucky short to get back to the house to enjoy the accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by James Keith Morley

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Keith was born and raised in Louisville. He is a real estate professional and general contractor who loves making old homes new again. Lisa is a California native but is now proud to call Kentucky home and loves to show out-of-town guests how amazing Louisville is.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with Stonecote because it offers the best of everything! It is a rare find: an equestrian estate in the heart of Louisville! The pool (open seasonally - mid-May to mid-September) with shooting fountains is a great place for kids to play and the adults to relax on spring and summer evenings. Stonecote feels like a secluded, private park and is a perfect setting for many different occasions. The historic, hometown feel of Louisville makes it a great place to visit any time of the year.

What makes this property unique

Stonecote has great flow for entertaining and a large, chef's kitchen. There are plenty of rooms to gather, as well as ample areas to 'get away'.

Languages:

English

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