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The Butcher Rose | Renovated Historic Mansion!

Vacation home with a water park, 5-minute walk to Ohio River Valley

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Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, offices
Outdoor dining
6 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Nestled in Butchertown, The Butcher Rose offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern comfort. With its speakeasy-style bar, poker table, and outdoor sitting area with a fire pit and charcoal BBQ grill, this 1769-built home is perfect for those looking to experience the best of Louisville.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 128650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Butcher Rose | Renovated Historic Mansion!

Summary:
Step back in time at The Butcher Rose, built in 1769 and believed to be Louisville’s third-oldest home. Nestled in the heart of Butchertown, this historic gem blends Kentucky heritage with modern comfort. Ideal for Bourbon Trail adventurers, Derby visitors, and history lovers, it offers high-speed WiFi, a well-equipped kitchen, and cozy living spaces. Walk to NuLu, the KFC Yum Center, and Waterfront Park for the full Louisville experience steeped in charm and culture. Book your mansion stay now!

The Space:
ACCESS TYPE:
▻ You will have private access to the entire propery except the master suite during your stay.
▻ Owner sometimes utilize the master suite (located at the back of the house, this has no access to the main house at all)


FLOOR 1:
▻ Living room
▻ Dining area
▻ Kitchen with Keurig and Drip Coffee, Cream, Sugar, Microwave, Range, Oven, Fridge, Dishwasher, Freezer
▻ Half-bathroom


FLOOR 2:
▻ Room 1 Yoko - 1 x King bed, ensuite bathroom, desk and a private laundry area with a washer and dryer
▻ Room 2 Emmy Lou - 1 x Full bed and ensuite full bathroom with a shower.


FLOOR 3:
▻ Room 3 Aretha: 1 x King bed, ensuite full bathroom with a shower and 2 vanities.
▻ Room 4 Janis: 1 x Queen bed, ensuite full bathroom with a shower.
▻ Room 5 June: 1 x Queen bed, ensuite full bathroom with a shower and a kitchenette with with Electric Range, Microwave, Beverage Cooler, Keurig Coffee Machine, & Toaster.
▻ Room 6 Loretta: 1 x Queen bed, ensuite full bathroom with a shower and a tub, and kitchenette with with Range, Microwave, Beverage Cooler, Keurig Coffee Machine, Toaster, Electric Kettle


HIGHLIGHTS:
▻ Outdoor sitting area
▻ Poker Table
▻ Croquet
▻ Corn hole boards
▻ Fire pit with a Charcoal BBQ Grill. Firewood and charcoal are not provided.
▻ With available wifi- best for digital nomads and guests working remotely
▻ Prime location that is perfect for work and business travelers


ACCESSIBILITY:
▻ The Entrance Has a Couple Stairs To Reach the Main Door

NOTE: Please do not use the fireplaces. They are intended for aesthetic and decorative purposes only and are not equipped or safe for actual fires.

Guest Access:
PARKING:
▻ Designated Private Spots Are Available for Six Cars


ENTERING THE HOME:
▻ The Building and Rooms Are Accessed Via Self Check-In Using a Smart Lock with a Unique Code Per The Reservation

The Neighborhood:
Nearby Popular Spots:
▻ Norton Hospital ~11 Min Drive
▻ UofL Hospital ~10 Min Drive
▻ Nulu ~8 Min Drive
▻ Downtown ~11 Min Drive
▻ Kentucky Expo Center ~18 Min Drive
▻ Muhammad Ali Center ~10 Min Drive
▻ KFC YUM Center ~9 Min Drive
▻ Churchill Downs ~19 Min Drive
▻ Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory ~9 Min Drive
▻ Kentucky Science Center ~10 Min Drive
▻ Waterfront Park ~8 Min Drive
▻ Louisville Mega Cavern ~20 Min Drive



Nearby Favorite Breakfast / Coffee Spots:
▻ Butchertown Bakery ~9 Min Drive
▻ Biscuit Belly - Nulu ~10 Min Drive
▻ Big Bad Breakfast ~11 Min Drive



Nearby Favorite Lunch Spots:
▻ Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse ~11 Min Drive
▻ Mayan Café ~8 Min Drive
▻ Feast BBQ ~8 Min Drive
▻ Garage Bar ~9 Min Drive
▻ Toast on Market ~19 Min Drive



Nearby Favorite Dinner Spots:
▻ Jack Fry's ~8 Min Drive
▻ Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse & Raw Bar ~10 Min Drive
▻ The Eagle ~7 Min Drive
▻ Decca Restaurant ~8 Min Drive
▻ Against the Grain Brewery & Smokehouse ~10 Min Drive



Nearby Favorite Bourbon Distilleries:
▻ Angel's Envy Distillery ~9 Min Drive
▻ Evan Williams Bourbon Experience ~11 Min Drive
▻ Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. ~12 Min Drive
▻ Old Forester Distillery ~10 Min Drive
▻ Rabbit Hole Distillery ~9 Min Drive



Nearby Favorite Bars:
▻ Meta ~14 Min Drive
▻ Hell or High Water ~10 Min Drive
▻ Haymarket Whiskey Bar ~6 Min Drive
▻ Proof on Main ~10 Min Drive
▻ Taj Louisville ~8 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 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.
▻ 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.
▻ Pet Policy – NO pets allowed. Undisclosed pets will result in a $200 penalty fee to cover professional cleaning. 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.
▻ We have one security camera above the front door of the main building, overlooking the main entrance. Another camera above the back door of the main building, overlooking the backyard/seating area. The last camera is located in the upper part of the second floor deck, overlooking the patio.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Theme park 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 8,650 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

Pets

Pets not 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 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-22-00876

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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Louisville, KY

What's nearby

  • Louisville Waterfront Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • KFC Yum Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Whiskey Row - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Kentucky International Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Louisville Slugger Museum - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hilltop Tavern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Butchertown Brewing - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Lupo Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪South Seas - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Whirling Tiger - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Butcher Rose | Renovated Historic Mansion! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Butcher Rose | Renovated Historic Mansion!?

As of Nov 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Butcher Rose | Renovated Historic Mansion! on Nov 3, 2025 start from $586.82, 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.

What time is check-in at The Butcher Rose | Renovated Historic Mansion!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Butcher Rose | Renovated Historic Mansion!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Butcher Rose | Renovated Historic Mansion! located?

Located in Butchertown, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Historic Frankfort Avenue and Ohio River Valley. KFC Yum Center is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

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The Butcher Rose | Renovated Historic Mansion! Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

We will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

There was a ton of room and great features and lot of character in the home. Well stocked. Enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A must stay in Louisville

We were in town celebrating our engagement and this house could not have been more perfect. Each room has character and charm with a perfect large kitchen to debrief after the night. This home was warm and welcoming and truly a gem in the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Conference Travel

This property was fantastic for a group! We had a group of coworkers attend a conference in Louisville and this property was perfect - each room had it's own bathroom and was a nice private space. The house was very clean and the beds were extremely comfortable. Communication was very quick and informative with the host. Location was close to some great restaurants and bars. Overall, would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024