Summary:
Step into The Gatsby House—a fully restored 1900s mansion where historic charm meets modern luxury. Located just off Bardstown Road in Louisville’s most coveted neighborhood, this 7-bedroom, 4-bath estate is ideal for Derby week, celebrations, or stylish group retreats. From sunlit elegance to moody speakeasy vibes, every corner offers a unique experience. Host unforgettable moments in a space designed for connection, comfort, and a touch of Gatsby-inspired glam, indoors and out.
The Space:
ACCESS TYPE:
▻ Guests have exclusive access to the entire main house.
▻ Guests have no access to the carriage house and garage at the back of the property.
▻ The backyard is a shared area (please note that the porch of the Carriage House is off-limits)
MAIN FLOOR:
▻ Living Area – a high ceiling room featuring a cozy couch
▻ Kitchen – equipped with a functional stove, spacious countertop, and a combined kitchen lounge & dining area
SECOND FLOOR (accessible via stairs from the kitchen):
▻ Bedroom 1- Queen-sized bed + private half bathroom
▻ Bedroom 2- King-sized bed + private full bathroom
▻ Bedroom 3- Two queen-sized beds + access to the laundry room
▻ Main Bathroom- Full bathroom
THIRD FLOOR / ATTIC:
▻ Game Room – Speakeasy-style space featuring a king-sized pullout bed, pool table, karaoke stage, TV, poker table, and gaming table
▻ Bedroom 4 – Queen-sized bed
▻ Bathroom – Full bathroom
BASEMENT:
▻ Bedroom 1- featuring a king-sized bed
▻ Bedroom 2- with two bunk beds
▻ Bedroom 3- with an available king-sized bed
▻ Kitchenette- with fridge and oven
▻ Full Bathroom
▻ Lounge area- Cozy, speakeasy-style space with a couch and table
HIGHLIGHTS:
▻ Entertainment-filled game room
▻ Self check-in available
▻ Free street parking
▻ Cozy speakeasy-vibe home
ACCESSIBILITY:
▻ Please note: This unit has 3 floors
Guest Access:
PARKING:
▻ There is street parking available
ENTERING THE HOME:
▻ The Home is Accessed Via Self Check-In Using a Smart Lock with a Unique Code Per Guest.
The Neighborhood:
Nearby Popular Spots
▻ Norton Hospital – ~10 min drive
▻ UofL Hospital – ~10 min drive
▻ NuLu (East Market District) – ~8 min drive
▻ Downtown Louisville – ~10 min drive
▻ Kentucky Exposition Center – ~12 min drive
▻ Muhammad Ali Center – ~12 min drive
▻ KFC Yum! Center – ~10 min drive
▻ Churchill Downs – ~15 min drive
▻ Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory – ~12 min drive
▻ Kentucky Science Center – ~12 min drive
▻ Waterfront Park – ~10 min drive
▻ Louisville Mega Cavern – ~15 min drive
Nearby Favorite Breakfast / Coffee Spots
▻ Butchertown Bakery – ~10 min drive
▻ Biscuit Belly – NuLu – ~8 min drive
▻ Big Bad Breakfast – ~5 min drive
Nearby Favorite Lunch Spots
▻ Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse – ~10 min drive
▻ Mayan Café – ~8 min drive
▻ Feast BBQ – ~8 min drive
▻ Garage Bar – ~8 min drive
▻ Toast on Market – ~8 min drive
Nearby Favorite Dinner Spots
▻ Jack Fry's – ~2 min drive / ~10 min walk
▻ Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse & Raw Bar – ~10 min drive
▻ The Eagle – ~8 min drive
▻ Decca Restaurant – ~8 min drive
▻ Against the Grain Brewery & Smokehouse – ~10 min drive
Nearby Favorite Bourbon Distilleries
▻ Angel's Envy Distillery – ~10 min drive
▻ Evan Williams Bourbon Experience – ~12 min drive
▻ Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. – ~12 min drive
▻ Old Forester Distillery – ~10 min drive
▻ Rabbit Hole Distillery – ~8 min drive
Nearby Favorite Bars
▻ Meta – ~12 min drive
▻ Hell or High Water – ~10 min drive
▻ Haymarket Whiskey Bar – ~10 min drive
▻ Proof on Main – ~10 min drive
▻ Taj Louisville – ~10 min drive
Getting Around:
GETTING AROUND:
▻ We recommend Uber or Lyft. We have not had any issues with either.
EVENT OR TOUR OPTIONS:
▻ If you are looking for a tour guide or event transportation in the area, please let us know! We would be happy to help.
Other Things to Note:
We love our home and would truly appreciate it if you could treat it like your own. You will be responsible for any damages or loss to the property. Please advise us of any damage or loss immediately.
HOUSE RULES:
▻ Do NOT Unplug ANY Electronics That Are Currently Plugged In. Unplugged Devices will incur a $100 penalty
▻ No Parties
▻ Quiet Hours Are From 10 PM - 8 AM
▻ No Smoking
▻ Please Be Respectful Of The Neighbors
▻ No Pets Allowed
▻ You Can Have People Over But Please Ask Us Beforehand
**Please note that when you reserve this property, you are consenting to comply with all the regulations and guidelines specified in the listing details. Failure to adhere to these rules will lead to a penalty of $500.00, which will be debited from the credit card used for the booking.
POLICIES:
▻ Early Check-In - If booking for today, we will have to check with our cleaning staff if we can accommodate the request. If booking for a future date, we will do our best to provide an early check-in, but the only way to guarantee one is to book the night before as well (if it is available)
▻ Luggage Drop - We can try to accommodate a luggage drop 30 minutes after the check-out time as long as we can work with the potential current guests and cleaners. Please remind us on the morning of your arrival.
▻ Late Check Out - If you inform us the day before, WE MAY be able to accommodate a late check-out up to 12 PM, but the only way to guarantee a late check-out is to book the night after. Late checkouts without advance notice will result in a fee of $50 per hour, and if you check out at 12 PM or later, you will be charged for a whole additional night.
▻ Package Delivery - We do NOT guarantee the package can be retrieved from the mailbox or that it will arrive safely. We recommend sending packages to a local pick-up spot instead or requesting the carrier to deliver to the front doorstep (if you need to send to the home).
▻ No Pets Policy - No Pets Allowed
▻ Extra People - You can bring extra guests into the home as long as it is not for a party, no damage is done to the home, and you abide by the home rules
▻ Third-Party Bookings - We cannot accept bookings made on behalf of someone else.
▻ Mail Back Service - If you forget something, we can mail it back for a $50 fee (as long as it’s not an oversized item)
▻ Cancellation - We provide a free cancellation if you cancel more than 30 days in advanced or within 24 hours of confirmation (as long as the check in date is more than 2 weeks out). If the cancellation is not during these windows, we will provide you a refund of any amount recouped from another booking during the same reservation dates, but this can only occur if you cancel the reservation to allow us to host other guests.
▻ There are exterior cameras installed above the front door overlooking the main entrance, near the back door overlooking the backyard and second floor door entrance, it is on and recording 24/7 to help ensure the safety of you and the property during your stay.
