Located in Merriwether 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 Kentucky Exposition Center. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
2 Houses Side by Side | Sleeps 33 | Basement Game Room | Walkable Germantown
Two houses, one backyard, one big group. The Big Bourbon House is Bourbon House 2 and Bourbon House 3, side by side in Germantown and rented together as a single stay. The rear patios connect, so your crew gets two kitchens, two living rooms, nine bedrooms and one shared outdoor space to spread out in and come back together.
Late night, head downstairs at Bourbon House 2 and the whole level glows: a blacklight putt putt course, karaoke machine, bumper pool, foosball and a speakeasy-style lounge to pour a bourbon and settle in. Next door at Bourbon House 3, the open-concept main floor with a 70" TV, big sectional and vaulted ceilings is where everyone lands for game day or a movie night.
Both homes were built out for groups: fully stocked kitchens with stainless appliances, Sealy Hybrid mattresses and a Smart TV in every bedroom, full-size laundry in each house, and linens, towels, toiletries, coffee and laundry supplies all provided. Out back, two patios run together with two grills, two fire tables, string lights and seating for the whole crowd, plus a private lot with off-street parking for 7 cars, rare for this neighborhood.
You're a short walk from Germantown's bars, micro-breweries, restaurants and coffee shops, one block from live music, 5 minutes from downtown and 15 from Churchill Downs.
Sleeps 28 in beds, 33 total across both homes.
BOURBON HOUSE 2 (SLEEPS 13) - 4 bedrooms, 5 beds: 1 king, 4 queens - 2 full bathrooms plus 1 half bath - Basement game room: glow putt putt, karaoke, bumper pool, foosball, speakeasy-style lounge - Chef's kitchen with coffee bar, dining table for 10 plus island seating for 4 - Great room with 65" TV, queen sleeper sofa and twin futon - 9' ceilings and hardwood floors - Laundry on site - Private rear patio with grill, fire table and three seating sets behind an 8' privacy fence - Off-street parking for 3 cars
BOURBON HOUSE 3 (SLEEPS 20) - 5 bedrooms, 9 beds: 1 king, 5 queens, 3 doubles - 3 full bathrooms plus 1 half bath - Open-concept living area with 70" Smart TV and large sectional - 9' ceilings downstairs, vaulted up to 12' upstairs - Fully equipped kitchen with stainless appliances and granite counters - Sleeper sofa in the living room - Full-size washer and dryer - Private rear patio with gas grill, fire table, string lights and outdoor seating - Off-street parking for 4 cars
BOTH HOMES TOGETHER - 9 bedrooms, 14 beds, 5 full bathrooms plus 2 half baths - Sleeps 28 in beds, 33 total - 2 kitchens, 2 living rooms, 2 laundry sets - Connecting rear patios with 2 grills and 2 fire tables - Off-street parking for 7 cars - Separate private entrance and keypad for each house
Top 20 Attractions Near The Big Bourbon House
Louisville Area (10 to 35 minutes) Churchill Downs & Kentucky Derby Museum (10 min) Legendary racetrack and home of the Kentucky Derby.
Louisville Mega Cavern (15 min) Underground adventure with zip lines, tram tours and more.
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory (15 min) Iconic baseball bat museum and working factory.
Muhammad Ali Center (15 min) Interactive museum dedicated to The Greatest of All Time.
Evan Williams Bourbon Experience (15 min) Urban distillery tour on Whiskey Row.
Old Forester Distilling Co. (15 min) The only bourbon continually sold before, during and after Prohibition.
Kentucky Science Center (15 min) Hands-on fun for families and science lovers.
Fourth Street Live! (15 min) Entertainment, dining and nightlife in downtown Louisville.
Louisville Waterfront Park & Big Four Bridge (15 min) Scenic park and pedestrian bridge connecting to Indiana.
Speed Art Museum (10 min) World-class art museum next to the University of Louisville.
Bourbon Trail Highlights (25 to 75 minutes) Maker's Mark Distillery, Loretto, KY (75 min) Historic distillery with wax-dipping experience and tours.
Woodford Reserve, Versailles, KY (55 min) Gorgeous setting, exceptional bourbon and guided tastings.
Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY (60 min) One of the oldest and most awarded distilleries in America.
Bulleit Distilling Co., Shelbyville, KY (25 min) Modern distillery experience just down the road.
Jim Beam American Stillhouse, Clermont, KY (45 min) Classic Kentucky bourbon experience with a BBQ restaurant on site.
Scenic, Outdoor & Family Day Trips (40 minutes to 2 hours) Bernheim Arboretum & Forest (45 min) Home of the Forest Giants and beautiful trails.
Clifty Falls State Park, Madison, IN (70 min) Waterfalls, hiking and stunning river views in Indiana.
Red River Gorge / Natural Bridge (2 hrs) Worth the drive for hiking, climbing and breathtaking views.
Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay (15 min) Theme park and water park combo near downtown Louisville.
RENTAL AGREEMENT / GUEST VERIFICATION (Required): A signed rental agreement is required within 24 hours of booking. The agreement includes guest identity verification, occupancy limits, no-party/no-event policy, property rules, damage responsibility, and compliance with local regulations and insurance requirements. If this requirement is not met within 24 hours of booking, host may cancel this reservation without penalty.
WIFI: All guests will be asked to enter email and phone number in order to access the free WiFi at this location. Contact confirmation is optional. In accordance with booking platform policy, we use apps to facilitate our guest experience and these apps may request contact information before, during, and after your confirmed stay.
KENTUCKY DERBY: All Kentucky Derby week/weekend reservations are non refundable, regardless of whether or not a rental agreement has been signed.
RECORDING DEVICES: Recording devices are located on the exterior of the property. Devices record audio and video and recordings are triggered by motion. Devices will be active during guests stay. Recording devices only capture views of the exterior. Guest safety and privacy are top priorities. These recording devices exist solely for the safety and security of our great guests!
NO SMOKING: Absolutely no smoking or vaping inside either home
CHECK IN: Contactless check in is available until 10 pm EST via keypad. Any guests planning to check in after 10 pm EST must notify the host in writing prior to 10 pm to make accommodations for after hours check in. The host may not be available to assist with any check in issues between 10 pm and 9 am EST
NUMBER OF GUESTS WE HOST: We expect to only host the number of people on your reservation only. For insurance and safety purposes, please make sure your reservation reflects the accurate number of people. Otherwise you may be subject to a fee and you may be asked to leave.
NOISE LEVELS: Please be mindful of noise levels at all times and be respectful of neighbors by adhering to the quiet hours.
PARTIES/EVENTS: Absolutely no parties or events are allowed without written approval from the host prior to check in.
THINGS TO KNOW - This listing is two houses, 2074 and 2076 S Shelby St, booked together as one stay. Each home has its own entrance and keypad. - Bourbon House 3 shares a wall and front porch with a small commercial office. Entrances are private and guest privacy is not affected. - No cable TV. Smart TVs are set up for streaming; log in with your own accounts. - Sleeps 28 in beds, 33 total. Occupancy is strictly enforced. - Rates increase for Kentucky Derby week. - A sign near the rear parking lot reads "This Area is Under Surveillance." There are no cameras on the lot; the sign is a deterrent against vehicle tampering.
RENTAL POLICIES - A rental agreement must be signed before check-in. If it is not signed, the cancellation policy remains in effect. - All Kentucky Derby week/weekend bookings are non-refundable. - A security deposit hold is required at least three days before check-in and is processed outside the booking platform. If it is not provided, the booking may be cancelled and the cancellation policy still applies.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 6 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio. There's space to spread out with 9 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a fenced private yard.
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
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 4,762 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 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
Rules
Guests are required to sign all Rental Agreements prior to check in. If guests refuse to sign the rental agreement, the cancellation
All Kentucky Derby week/weekend reservations are non refundable, regardless of whether or not a rental agreement has been signed.
CHECK IN: Check in is available 24 hours via keypad, however the host will not be available to assist with check in issues between 11pm and 8am
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number LIC-STL-23-00315
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
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Frequently asked questions
What is there to do near this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Merriwether, close to L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium, Kentucky Kingdom, and Churchill Downs. You'll also find Whiskey Row and KFC Yum Center within a short drive.
Is this vacation home next 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.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF), which is 3.1 mi away (6 minutes by car).
2 Houses Side by Side | Sleeps 33 | Basement Game Room | Walkable Germantown Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Christie G.
Feb 27, 2026
Awesome properties. Great experience
Bourbon Rentals were great to work with
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Vincent A.
Jun 16, 2025
Amazing property
The property was amazing. It was able to accommodate 20 grown men and we had no issues at all. The showers were hot and the beds were comfy.
Recommend 10/10
Nothing but good things to say. The airport was busy and we heard planes throughout the day and night, however, a few bourbons and you're gonna sleep right through it. Outdoor area was larger than expected and all had a comfy bed and clean bathroom. It was great for our group of 9 men.