7BR unique gatsby-inspired mansion with game room!

Summary:

Step into The Gatsby House—a fully restored 1900s mansion where historic charm meets modern luxury. Located just off Bardstown Road in Louisville’s most coveted neighborhood, this 7-bedroom, 4-bath estate is ideal for Derby week, celebrations, or stylish group retreats. From sunlit elegance to moody speakeasy vibes, every corner offers a unique experience. Host unforgettable moments in a space designed for connection, comfort, and a touch of Gatsby-inspired glam, indoors and out.



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 have exclusive access to the entire main house.

▻ Guests have no access to the carriage house and garage at the back of the property.

▻ The backyard is a shared area (please note that the porch of the Carriage House is off-limits)



MAIN FLOOR:

▻ Living Area – a high ceiling room featuring a cozy couch

▻ Kitchen – equipped with a functional stove, spacious countertop, and a combined kitchen lounge & dining area

▻ Porch with the Hot Tub



SECOND FLOOR (accessible via stairs from the kitchen):

▻ Bedroom 1- Queen-sized bed + private half bathroom

▻ Bedroom 2- King-sized bed + private full bathroom

▻ Bedroom 3- Two queen-sized beds + access to the laundry room

▻ Main Bathroom- Full bathroom



THIRD FLOOR / ATTIC:

▻ Game Room – Speakeasy-style space featuring a king-sized pullout bed, pool table, karaoke stage, TV, poker table, and gaming table

▻ Bedroom 4 – Queen-sized bed

▻ Bathroom – Full bathroom



BASEMENT:

▻ Bedroom 1- featuring a king-sized bed

▻ Bedroom 2- with two bunk beds

▻ Bedroom 3- with an available king-sized bed

▻ Kitchenette- with fridge and oven

▻ Full Bathroom

▻ Lounge area- Cozy, speakeasy-style space with a couch and table



HIGHLIGHTS:

▻ Entertainment-filled game room

▻ Hot tub Access

▻ Self check-in available

▻ Free street parking

▻ Cozy speakeasy-vibe home



ACCESSIBILITY:

▻ Please note: This unit has 3 floors



Guest Access:

PARKING:

▻ There is street parking available



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

▻ Norton Hospital – ~10 min drive

▻ UofL Hospital – ~10 min drive

▻ NuLu (East Market District) – ~8 min drive

▻ Downtown Louisville – ~10 min drive

▻ Kentucky Exposition Center – ~12 min drive

▻ Muhammad Ali Center – ~12 min drive

▻ KFC Yum! Center – ~10 min drive

▻ Churchill Downs – ~15 min drive

▻ Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory – ~12 min drive

▻ Kentucky Science Center – ~12 min drive

▻ Waterfront Park – ~10 min drive

▻ Louisville Mega Cavern – ~15 min drive



Nearby Favorite Breakfast / Coffee Spots

▻ Butchertown Bakery – ~10 min drive

▻ Biscuit Belly – NuLu – ~8 min drive

▻ Big Bad Breakfast – ~5 min drive



Nearby Favorite Lunch Spots

▻ Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse – ~10 min drive

▻ Mayan Café – ~8 min drive

▻ Feast BBQ – ~8 min drive

▻ Garage Bar – ~8 min drive

▻ Toast on Market – ~8 min drive



Nearby Favorite Dinner Spots

▻ Jack Fry's – ~2 min drive / ~10 min walk

▻ Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse & Raw Bar – ~10 min drive

▻ The Eagle – ~8 min drive

▻ Decca Restaurant – ~8 min drive

▻ Against the Grain Brewery & Smokehouse – ~10 min drive



Nearby Favorite Bourbon Distilleries

▻ Angel's Envy Distillery – ~10 min drive

▻ Evan Williams Bourbon Experience – ~12 min drive

▻ Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. – ~12 min drive

▻ Old Forester Distillery – ~10 min drive

▻ Rabbit Hole Distillery – ~8 min drive



Nearby Favorite Bars

▻ Meta – ~12 min drive

▻ Hell or High Water – ~10 min drive

▻ Haymarket Whiskey Bar – ~10 min drive

▻ Proof on Main – ~10 min drive

▻ Taj Louisville – ~10 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, NO GATHERINGS, NO UNAUTHORIZED GUESTS, and a security deposit of $500 to $1,000 USD applies for local guest bookings.

▻ Please observe quiet hours between 10 PM and 8 AM

▻ Strictly No Smoking. Smoking of any kind, including cigarettes, cigars, e-cigarettes, vaping devices, or illegal substances, is prohibited anywhere in the property. Any violation may result in the immediate termination of your reservation without a refund, plus a $500 smoking violation fee to cover additional cleaning and remediation costs.

▻ Kindly keep noise and all activities neighbor-friendly, and avoid any community disturbance. Excessive noise, disruptive behavior, or any activity that disturbs the surrounding community may result in the immediate termination of your reservation without a refund plus a violation fee of $500.

▻ 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:

▻ Hot Tub Reminder- The hot tub is here for your enjoyment, please take good care of it and follow the rules provided. This helps us keep it clean and ready for everyone. A $500 fee may apply if guidelines aren’t followed.

▻ 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 – Luggage drop may be accommodated before check-in, but it is not guaranteed and must be approved by the host in advance. Approval depends on availability, cleaning schedule, and whether the property is ready for access.

▻ Late Check-Out – Late check-out is not guaranteed and requires host approval. Standard checkout applies unless approved. To guarantee a later stay, book the next night if available. Unauthorized late check-outs incurs violation fees.

▻ 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.

▻ No Pets Policy - NO pets allowed. Undisclosed pets will result in a $200 penalty fee to cover professional cleaning.

▻ Third-Party Bookings are NOT permitted. The person making the reservation must be the primary guest staying at the property. Reservations made on behalf of someone else may be canceled or terminated without a refund if they do not comply with this policy.

▻ 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 - We provide a free cancellation if you cancel more than 30 days in advanced or within 24 hours of confirmation (as long as the check in date is more than 2 weeks out). If the cancellation is not during these windows, we will provide you a refund of any amount recouped from another booking during the same reservation dates, but this can only occur if you cancel the reservation to allow us to host other guests.

▻ There are exterior cameras installed above the front door overlooking the main entrance, near the back door overlooking the backyard and second floor door entrance, it is on and recording 24/7 to help ensure the safety of you and the property during your stay.