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Central Location+Lux Victorian+Speakeasy+UL/Downtown+HotTub+FirePit+BourbonTrail

2.0 star property
Family-friendly stay near Louisville Slugger Museum

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Smart TV, fireplace, books
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathrooms337 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Louisville, KY
  • Place, University of Louisville
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Conrad-Caldwell House Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Churchill Downs
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Louisville

Heart of Louisville.Within a 10-minute walk of this Old Louisville vacation home, you'll find University of Louisville and Speed Art Museum. Also, Conrad-Caldwell House Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Ulmer Stadium is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Louisville - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Speed Art Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Conrad-Caldwell House Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Churchill Downs - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger Boy - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Qdoba Mexican Eats - ‬4 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.

Central Location+Lux Victorian+Speakeasy+UL/Downtown+HotTub+FirePit+BourbonTrail

★ Zoya’s Kentucky Royals ~ Louisville's Premier Luxury Historic Estate ★

Where timeless elegance meets modern luxury—just minutes from Downtown Louisville, Churchill Downs and the University of Louisville.

Welcome to Zoya’s Kentucky Royals, a grand four-story Victorian masterpiece reimagined for today’s discerning traveler. This 4,000+ sq. ft. historic estate blends original architectural charm with high-end finishes, curated decor and indulgent amenities that create an unforgettable, elevated stay.

Ideally located near Louisville’s most iconic destinations, the home offers unmatched convenience for Kentucky Derby week, campus visits, bourbon adventures, milestone celebrations, executive retreats and family getaways seeking refinement and comfort.

★ LUXURY HIGHLIGHTS
• Prime Louisville Location — under 10 minutes to Churchill Downs, Downtown, Kentucky International Convention Center, and UofL.
• Grand Four-Level Victorian Estate — restored with exquisite craftsmanship and luxury materials.
• Designer King & Queen Suites — plush memory-foam mattresses, elegant linens, and boutique-hotel style comfort.
• Spa-Inspired Bathrooms — rejuvenate in the deep soaking tub or the invigorating steam shower.
• Private Entertainment Level — complete with arcade games, a pool table, lounge seating, and a hidden speakeasy bar.
• Sophisticated Living & Dining Spaces — perfect for chef dinners, celebrations, and intimate gatherings.
• Gourmet Chef’s Kitchen — professional-grade appliances, stylish finishes, and everything needed for elevated cooking experiences.
• Outdoor Oasis — hot tub, fire pit, soft ambient lighting, and inviting seating for relaxed evenings.
• Easy Parking — two residential permits plus additional street parking for seamless arrival.

★ Unbeatable Louisville Location
Situated in the heart of Old Louisville, America’s largest preserved Victorian district, the home offers serene privacy while placing you minutes from the city’s top attractions.

Within ~10 minutes:
1. Churchill Downs – Kentucky Derby & year-round racing
2. Downtown Louisville – KFC Yum! Center, bourbon bars, and entertainment
3. Urban Bourbon Trail & world-renowned distilleries
4. Louisville International Airport (SDF)
5. Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay
6. Waterfront Park & Big Four Bridge
7. Kentucky International Convention Center
8. Award-winning dining, museums, and boutique shops

★ Walk or bike to:
– University of Louisville
– Speed Art Museum
– St. James Court
– Central Park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted

★ Why Guests Love It
Guests rave about the home’s rare blend of historic charm and modern luxury—from the speakeasy lounge and spa-like bathrooms to the curated interiors, premium bedding and private entertainment floor. Every detail is designed to elevate comfort and create unforgettable moments.

★ Reserve Your Stay
Discover Louisville at its finest. Whether you're here for the Derby, a special celebration, university visit or a luxurious city escape, Zoya’s Kentucky Royals offers an extraordinary retreat unlike any other.

Book your stay today and experience true Kentucky grandeur.

Property Layout
★ Main Floor:
- Bright, fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances
- Grand dining room (seating for 8) with decorative fireplace
- Elegant living room with decorative fireplace
- Spacious Victorian foyer
- Convenient half bath

★ Second Floor:
- Master suite with king bed & ensuite bath
- Adjacent king bedroom with decorative fireplace
- Additional king bedroom
- Spa-inspired full bath with steam shower

★ Third Floor:
- Two queen bedrooms
- Shared full bathroom
- Basement Level
- Game room with arcade + pool table
- Unique speakeasy lounge
- Full bathroom
- Laundry room with washer/dryer

★ Parking
- Two street parking permits
- Additional free parking two blocks away

★ 2026 TOP EVENTS
- CROSS 2026 – Jan 1, 2026
- A Salute to the Rat Pack – Jan 2–3, 2026
- Trevor Wallace – Jan 9, 2026
- Harlem Globetrotters – Jan 16, 2026
- Neko Case – Jan 20, 2026
- Dinosaur World Live – Jan 23, 2026
- Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons – Jan 23, 2026
- The Millennium Tour – Jan 23, 2026
- Bluegrass World of Wheels – Jan 24–25, 2026
- NouLou Chamber Players – Feb 2, 2026
- Black Violin – Feb 5, 2026
- The Great Gatsby – Feb 10–15, 2026
- Gary Owen – Feb 13, 2026
- Kinetic Light – Feb 14, 2026
- Cody Johnson – Feb 14, 2026
- Kindle the Flame – Feb 14, 2026
- NEEDTOBREATHE (Acoustic) – Feb 17, 2026
- Saxsquatch – Feb 20, 2026
- Growers Not Showers Party – Feb 21, 2026
- USA Gymnastics Winter Cup – Feb 20–22, 2026
- John Crist – Feb 22, 2026
- moe. – Feb 22, 2026
- Bourbon Classic – Feb 25–28, 2026
- The Lone Bellow – Feb 25, 2026
- LDB Fest – Feb 27–28, 2026
- Josiah Queen – Mar 7, 2026
- NouLou Chamber Players (Schubertiade) – Mar 9, 2026
- Sweet Honey in the Rock – Mar 29, 2026
- America: Happy Trails Tour – Apr 2, 2026
- Chelsea Handler – Apr 12, 2026
- Thunder Over Louisville – Apr 18, 2026
- Brandon Lake – Apr 24, 2026
- Great Steamboat Race – Apr 29, 2026
- Kentucky Oaks – May 1, 2026
- Kentucky Derby – May 2, 2026
- The Invaders – May 11, 2026
- World Oddities Expo – Jun 13–14, 2026
- Forrest Frank – Jul 28, 2026
- Kentucky State Fair – Aug 20–30, 2026
- Ray LaMontagne – Sep 6, 2026
- Big Four Art Festival – Sep 12–13, 2026
- Louder Than Life – Sep 17–20, 2026
- Bourbon & Beyond – Sep 24–27, 2026
- St. James Court Art Show – Oct 3–4, 2026
- NuLu Fest – Oct 9–11, 2026
- Halloween & Haunted Attractions – Oct 24–31, 2026
- Thanksgiving Week Travel – Nov 25–29, 2026
- Light Up Louisville – Nov 27, 2026
- Christmas at Frazier Museum – Dec 5–20, 2026
- Louisville Ballet: The Nutcracker – Dec 2026
- New Year’s Eve at Fourth Street Live! – Dec 31, 2026

★ 2026 TRADE SHOWS & EXPOS
- North American Honey Bee Expo — Jan 8–10, 2026
- Louisville Home + Garden Show — Jan 9–11, 2026
- Louisville Manufactured Housing Show — Jan 14–16, 2026
- NVP Product Expo — Jan 22–25, 2026
- Louisville Boat, RV & Sportshow — Jan 28–Feb 1, 2026
- Show of Shows (Military Antiques) — Jan 29–Feb 1, 2026
- National Farm Machinery Show — Feb 11–14, 2026
- Ace Hardware Spring Convention — Feb 24–26, 2026
- GAMA Expo — Mar 1–5, 2026
- Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) — Mar 26–28, 2026
- Connect Spring Marketplace — Apr 14–16, 2026
- World Oddities Expo — Jun 13–14, 2026
- Equip Expo — Oct 20–23, 2026

★ OPTIONAL CONCIERGE ENHANCEMENTS
Make your stay even more effortless:
✔ Grocery Pre-Stocking – Walk into a fully prepared kitchen.
✔ Private Chef Experience – Perfect for celebrations or elevated evenings in.
✔ Custom Bourbon Tours & Chauffeur Services – Personalized for your group.

★ PEACE OF MIND AND EXCEPTIONAL GUEST COMFORT
✔ Professionally cleaned and sanitized
✔ Contactless self check-in for your convenience
✔ 24/7 guest support throughout your stay
✔ Exterior-only security cameras at the front of the home for guest safety and property protection

NOTE:
1) Must be 25 or older to book.
2) Please review house rules before booking. Rental Agreement & Security Hold: Guests must e-sign our rental agreement and Must submit a $500 off-platform security hold that will be collected upon signing rental agreement but it will not be placed until 2 days prior to arrival and released 7 days after departure, if no damages are reported. Please note we are API Connected to a hotel-style software called OwnerRez to safely and securely take off-platform security deposits.
3) ** STRICT CANCELLATION for DERBY/ Bourbon & Beyond **
4) Visitors are not permitted unless you make a special request to the host and receive approval.
5) We have exterior surveillance of the front parking area. They are in place for security of guests and the home. We do NOT have interior cameras nor camera in the backyard.
6) We cannot accommodate early check-ins or late check-outs for same-day turnarounds.
7) For days without same-day turnarounds, we offer early check-ins and late check-outs at the following rates: $100 for up to 2 hours, $250 for 2 to 4 hours, and a full day's rate for more than 4 hours.
8) Please note that for cancellations of bookings made on platforms other than Airbnb, a Stripe card processing fee of 3% will be deducted from the total refund.

!! PLEASE REVIEW THE HOUSE RULES BEFORE BOOKING. THANKS !!

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Water park
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,628 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 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

Rules

Must sign rental agreement upon booking which will be sent via email
A $500 security hold will be placed 2 days prior to arrival and released 7 days after departure, if no damages are reported
Must follow all house rules listed in the end of the description and also on the rental agreement.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Up to 2 pets 50lbs max.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number LICSTL2500728

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10/10 Excellent

Virginia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
The amenities were amazing. The house was extremely beautiful, unique, and very clean. The hosts were very responsive and kind. We had a great stay and would love to stay there again. The hot tub, fire pit, and game room were first class as well as the rest of the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025