The Whiskey Stop | Modern 1BR Highlands Retreat | House in Louisville

Summary:
Welcome to The Whiskey Stop — a stylish 1-bedroom, 1-bath retreat in Louisville's desirable Highlands. Perfect for couples, small families, or business travelers, this cozy single-story home features a smart TV living room with sofa bed and Roku, a fully equipped kitchen with drip coffee, and a private bedroom with a queen bed and second smart TV. With central HVAC, fast WiFi, and free street parking, you're just minutes from NuLu, downtown, and Bardstown Road dining and nightlife.
The Space:
NOTE: After booking confirmation, you will receive a short pre-arrival form from property management to be completed prior to arrival.
ACCESS TYPE
⊳ Guests will have access to the entire home and front yard.
PROPERTY LAYOUT
FIRST FLOOR (Single Level):
⊳ Living Room: TCL Smart TV with Roku, sofa bed, double bed, seating area.
⊳ Bedroom: Queen bed, Hisense Smart TV, dresser, closet.
⊳ Bathroom (Full): Toilet, shower, bathtub, shampoo/conditioner/body wash dispensers, sink with cabinet.
⊳ Kitchen: Stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, garbage disposal, drip coffee maker.
HIGHLIGHTS
⊳ Cozy 1-bedroom Highlands retreat ideal for couples or solo travelers.
⊳ Sleeps up to 3 guests (queen bed in bedroom + sofa bed in living room).
⊳ Two Smart TVs with Roku — TCL in the living room, Hisense in the bedroom.
⊳ Fully equipped kitchen with drip coffee maker and full-size appliances.
⊳ Self check-in via smart lock with exterior cameras for added security.
⊳ Central air conditioning and heating with thermostat control.
⊳ Reliable WiFi throughout the home.
⊳ Free street parking on Boyle Street.
⊳ Single-level layout — no stairs inside.
⊳ Just minutes from downtown, NuLu, Bardstown Road dining, and Whiskey Row.
ACCESSIBILITY
⊳ Single-story home with all bedrooms, bathrooms, and main living areas on one floor.
Guest Access:
PARKING:
⊳ Street parking in front of the home.
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 (approx. drive times)
⊳ NuLu ~ 3 Minute Drive
⊳ Downtown ~ 5 Minute Drive
⊳ Norton Hospital ~ 5 Minute Drive
⊳ UofL Hospital ~ 5 Minute Drive
⊳ KFC YUM Center ~ 6 Minute Drive
⊳ Muhammad Ali Center ~ 7 Minute Drive
⊳ Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory ~ 7 Minute Drive
⊳ Kentucky Science Center ~ 7 Minute Drive
⊳ Waterfront Park ~ 7 Minute Drive
⊳ Bardstown Road (Highlands) ~ 5 Minute Drive
⊳ Churchill Downs ~ 12 Minute Drive
⊳ Louisville Mega Cavern ~ 12 Minute Drive
⊳ Kentucky Expo Center ~ 15 Minute Drive
Breakfast / Coffee Spots
⊳ Biscuit Belly ~ 3 Minute Drive
⊳ Big Bad Breakfast ~ 4 Minute Drive
⊳ Butchertown Bakery ~ 5 Minute Drive
Lunch Spots
⊳ Mayan Café ~ 3 Minute Drive
⊳ Feast BBQ ~ 3 Minute Drive
⊳ Garage Bar ~ 3 Minute Drive
⊳ Toast on Market ~ 3 Minute Drive
⊳ Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse ~ 5 Minute Drive
Dinner Spots
⊳ The Eagle ~ 3 Minute Drive
⊳ Decca Restaurant ~ 3 Minute Drive
⊳ Jack Fry's ~ 4 Minute Drive
⊳ Doc Crow's ~ 5 Minute Drive
⊳ Against the Grain ~ 6 Minute Drive
Bourbon Distilleries
⊳ Rabbit Hole ~ 3 Minute Drive
⊳ Kentucky Peerless ~ 4 Minute Drive
⊳ Angel's Envy ~ 5 Minute Drive
⊳ Old Forester ~ 5 Minute Drive
⊳ Evan Williams ~ 5 Minute Drive
Bars
⊳ Haymarket Whiskey Bar ~ 3 Minute Drive
⊳ Hell or High Water ~ 5 Minute Drive
⊳ Meta ~ 5 Minute Drive
⊳ Proof on Main ~ 5 Minute Drive
⊳ Taj Louisville ~ 5 Minute 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.
▻ NO pets allowed. Undisclosed pets will result in a $200 penalty fee to cover professional cleaning.
▻ Visitors and unauthorized guests are not allowed
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. 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.
▻ There are exterior cameras installed above the front doors, overlooking the hallway to the entrance. It is on and recording 24/7 to help ensure the safety of you and the property during your stay.
Interaction with Guests:
We are readily available if you need us.
We will NEVER ask you to pay using an outside entity or third party!

The Whiskey Stop | Modern 1BR Highlands Retreat is located in Germantown. The Whiskey Stop | Modern 1BR Highlands Retreat provides accommodation, featuring Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Internet, among other amenities. This House features Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Internet, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Whiskey Stop | Modern 1BR Highlands Retreat has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Germantown has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Germantown, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.