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Secret Garden Guest House - 3BR/2BA - Fire pit!

Riverfront vacation home in Louisville with kitchen

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Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Louisville, KY
  • Place, University of Louisville
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Kentucky International Convention Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, KFC Yum Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Louisville

Located in Old Louisville within a mile (2 km) of University of Louisville, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as KFC Yum Center. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • University of Louisville - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Fourth Street Live! - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Kentucky International Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • KFC Yum Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Louisville Slugger Museum - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Noble Funk Brewing Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Tavern - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Service Station - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The House Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Renshoku Ramen - ‬8 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.

Secret Garden Guest House - 3BR/2BA - Fire pit!

Summary:
Welcome to the secret garden guest house in Old Louisville! Your own private getaway in the middle of the largest collection of Victorian homes in the country. This carriage house was built at the turn of the century as part of the Speed Mansion (the first house in Louisville to have a telephone) at the corner of Garvin Place and Ormsby. It has been fully renovated to accommodate guests looking for a little piece of the Derby City charm.

The Space:
Walk upstairs to an open floor kitchen/living room with lots of natural light, a nook dining area, and a large TV. Newly renovated kitchen includes dishwasher, oven, microwave, toaster, coffee maker and a range of cooking supplies. A bedroom with two twin beds shares a bathroom with a queen bedroom. Queen bedrooms all have white noise machines. Downstairs houses the master bedroom and private bathroom as well as a fully stocked laundry area. Guests also have access to a garage, if needed, where you can store a small, possibly mid-sized vehicle. A serene English-style private courtyard that is shared with both units is the perfect place to unwind. Solar walkway lighting illuminates the courtyard at night.

Parking:

The garage can house a small to medium sized car - additional parking is available for free on the street, which is a block up from the alley.

Proximity:

Downtown / International convention center - 2 miles

Expo Center / Fairgrounds / Kentucky Kingdom - 4.5 miles

Airport - 5.6 miles

Churchill Downs - 2.7 miles

The Neighborhood:
Old Louisville is the largest concentration of preserved Victorian style homes in the United States!  It's an eclectic and exciting area with great sights to take in and close proximity to entertainment!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

- Quiet Hours: 10pm-7am - Please keep courtyard gate locked at all times. - No pets or parties please. - No Smoking indoors - pick up your butts - ...

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number LIC-STL-24-00811

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Old Louisville within a short 8-minute walk of Conrad-Caldwell House Museum. You'll also find Fourth Street Live! and Louisville Slugger Museum within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Secret Garden Guest House - 3BR/2BA - Fire pit!?

At this riverfront vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Secret Garden Guest House - 3BR/2BA - Fire pit!?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF), which is 5.6 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field), which is located 10.9 mi away (18-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Secret Garden Guest House - 3BR/2BA - Fire pit!?

No, at Secret Garden Guest House - 3BR/2BA - Fire pit!, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Secret Garden Guest House - 3BR/2BA - Fire pit! Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Cassandra P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
My stay here was not good and I would never recommend this to anybody. It was dusty knobs, missing off the stove, couch, filthy and amongst for adults there were only two towels and four washcloths. This place needs a total makeover that was paint chipping off the walls. Also, the walls were dirty. I had one skillet with a rickety handle and one small pot. Nothing like I’ve ever stayed in before and will never stay in again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a beautiful guest house in a very walkable, friendly Old Louisville neighborhood. Perfect for my three friends and me to hang out for a long weekend. The bathrooms in particular are beautiful—not always the case in rentals: And the host is very responsive. I very much recommend this sweet space.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location & easy check-in. We are a family of 5 and fit comfortably in this property. Nice bathrooms & kitchen although there were limited kitchen supplies. Garage is tight, but we appreciated having it available!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in Historic Louisville

Great time in Louisville and this place gave my family a great launching pad. Room to spread out, clean, and fun use of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tasha J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good Stay

The property was very clean and very charming with lots of old character. Location is not terrible but I didn't feel comfortable walking alone in the alley. We had to ask twice for check-in instructions on the day we arrived. Owner responses were short and to the point, not warm and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn W.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Mary M., Ottawa, IL

Basically ZERO communication

We traveled to Louisville from Chicago for our son’s graduation. We are a family of 7, so we wanted a house to be together verses 2 hotel rooms. Amenities listed in description were not there as we arrived. We brought nice clothes for graduation ceremony and wanted to iron them after a 6 hour drive. An iron and ironing board were nowhere to be found. A toaster was no where. Oven mits were no where communication with host was crickets. He basically read our messages and we had ZERO response. I’ve never been so frustrated. The house has potential to be a decent destination, but amenities were so lacking.amd owner had no desire to help their guests out.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025