Bonnycastle stay.Your stay at this Bonnycastle vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Cherokee Park and UofL Health - Peace Hospital. Kindred Hospital Louisville and Louisville Zoo are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Mid City Mall Shopping Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
UofL Health - Peace Hospital - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
Muhammad Ali Gravesite - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles
Colonel Sanders' Grave - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
Getting around
Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 7 min drive
Restaurants
Noche Mexican BBQ - 5 min walk
Mark's Feed Store - 6 min walk
Sapporo Japanese Grill & Sushi - 1 min walk
Seviche A Latin Restaurant - 4 min walk
El Mundo Highlands - 3 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
NEW Historic Highlands Retreat! Prime Location Gem
Summary:
Located in the heart of the Highlands, this charming 100+ year-old home offers three separate living spaces, perfect for groups of up to 8. Enjoy modern updates, Roku TVs, high-speed WiFi, and a prime location steps from top restaurants, bars, and shops. Just a short drive to Churchill Downs, NuLu, downtown, the Louisville Zoo, and the Kentucky Expo Center. A perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and unbeatable location for exploring all Louisville has to offer!
The Space:
ACCESS TYPE:
Guests have access to the entire home (4 units)
FLOOR LAYOUT:
STUDIO UNIT (1st Floor):
▻ Sleeping area - features a queen size bed, closet, and ceiling fan
▻ Full Bathroom - toilet, shower, and basic toiletries
▻ Living Room - featuring a comfortable sofa and Smart TV
▻ Prime location in the heart of the Highlands, within walking distance of top restaurants, bars, and shops.
▻ Recently updated with new furniture, Roku TVs, and high-speed Internet.
▻ Street parking and available at the back of the property.
ACCESSIBILITY:
This home consists of 4 units on 2 floors
NOTE: No portable grills allowed
Guest Access:
PARKING:
▻ Street parking and available at the back of the property. Each unit is allocated one parking lane, which can fit up to two cars parked back-to-back (maximum of 6 cars across 3 lanes total).
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
▻ Kentucky Expo Center - 10-minute drive
▻ Churchill Downs - 10-minute drive
▻ Nulu - 8-minute drive
▻ Downtown - 10-minute drive
▻ Muhammad Ali Center - 12-minute drive
▻ KFC YUM Center - 10-minute drive
▻ Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory - 12-minute drive
▻ Kentucky Science Center - 12-minute drive
▻ Waterfront Park - 10-minute drive
▻ Louisville Mega Cavern - 10-minute drive
▻ Derby City Gaming Casino - 12-minute drive
▻ Germantown - 5-minute drive
Nearby Favorite Breakfast / Coffee Spots
▻ Butchertown Bakery - 10-minute drive
▻ Biscuit Belly - Nulu - 8-minute drive
▻ Big Bad Breakfast - 10-minute drive
▻ Scooters - 5-minute drive
Nearby Favorite Lunch Spots
▻ Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - 12-minute drive
▻ Mayan Café - 8-minute drive
▻ Feast BBQ - 8-minute drive
▻ Garage Bar - 8-minute drive
▻ Toast on Market - 10-minute drive
Nearby Favorite Dinner Spots
▻ Jack Fry's - 5-minute drive
▻ Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse & Raw Bar - 10-minute drive
▻ The Eagle - 10-minute drive
▻ Decca Restaurant - 10-minute drive
▻ Against the Grain Brewery & Smokehouse - 10-minute drive
Nearby Favorite Bourbon Distilleries
▻ Angel's Envy Distillery - 10-minute drive
▻ Evan Williams Bourbon Experience - 12-minute drive
▻ 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 take pride in offering a clean, comfortable, and welcoming space for your stay. The home is professionally cleaned and well-maintained, though minor signs of age may be present as this is a well-loved home rather than a hotel-style property. If anything needs attention, we’ll address it promptly to ensure a stress-free visit. We kindly ask that you treat the home as your own, and guests are responsible for any damages or loss, which should be reported immediately.
HOUSE RULES:
▻ Please do not unplug any electronics that are currently connected. Unplugging devices may result in a $100 fee.
▻ Strictly NO PARTIES.
▻ Please observe quiet hours between 10 PM and 8 AM
▻ Strictly NO SMOKING
▻ Kindly keep noise and activity neighbor-friendly.
▻ NO pets allowed. Undisclosed pets will result in a $200 penalty fee to cover professional cleaning.
▻ Visitors are welcome but only with prior notice and host approval.
By booking this property, you agree to follow ALL rules and guidelines outlined in the listing. Failure to comply may result in a $500 fee, charged to the credit card used for the reservation.
POLICIES:
▻ Early Check-In – We’ll do our best to accommodate! Same-day requests depend on our cleaning team, and for future stays, the only guaranteed option is booking the prior night (if available).
▻ Luggage Drop – We’re happy to allow luggage drop with prior host approval.
▻ Late Check-Out – Let us know by the day before, and we’ll do our best to accommodate until 12 PM. To guarantee a late check-out, the following night would need to be booked. Please note, unapproved late check-outs may incur a $50/hour fee, and check-outs at 12 PM or later will be considered an extra night’s stay.
▻ Package Delivery – We cannot guarantee safe or timely receipt of packages sent to the home. For reliability, we recommend using a local pick-up location or requesting doorstep delivery if sending items here.
▻ NO pets allowed. Undisclosed pets will result in a $200 penalty fee to cover professional cleaning.
▻ 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 - To receive a full refund, you must cancel within 24 hours before check-in. Any cancellations after this window will be charged according to the number of nights stayed.
▻ There are exterior cameras installed above unit 1’s front door, above unit 2’s back door at above the common front door of unit 2 and 3. It is on and recording 24/7 to help ensure the safety of you and the property during your stay.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 2,544 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number LIC-STL-24-01261
Property is also known as
67e4af1652aec7001157de42
Frequently asked questions
How close is NEW Historic Highlands Retreat! Prime Location Gem to the airport?
This vacation home is 2.1 mi (7-min drive) away from the Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at NEW Historic Highlands Retreat! Prime Location Gem?
As of Jan 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at NEW Historic Highlands Retreat! Prime Location Gem on Jan 11, 2026 start from $235.82, excluding 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.
Does NEW Historic Highlands Retreat! Prime Location Gem have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does NEW Historic Highlands Retreat! Prime Location Gem offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at NEW Historic Highlands Retreat! Prime Location Gem?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Horseshoe Southern Indiana Casino (28-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at NEW Historic Highlands Retreat! Prime Location Gem?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at NEW Historic Highlands Retreat! Prime Location Gem?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does NEW Historic Highlands Retreat! Prime Location Gem have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does NEW Historic Highlands Retreat! Prime Location Gem have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is NEW Historic Highlands Retreat! Prime Location Gem to downtown Louisville?
This vacation home is 3.3 mi away from Louisville.
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