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Secret Garden Carriage House - 3BR/2BA - Fire pit!

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Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, offices
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Shower, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6125 sq m

Popular amenities

    • Parking availableParking available
    • WasherWasher
    • Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
    • KitchenKitchen
    • Air conditioningAir conditioning
    • DryerDryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Secret Garden Carriage House - 3BR/2BA - Fire pit!

Summary:
Welcome to the Secret Garden Carriage House in Old Louisville! Your own private getaway in the middle of the largest collection of Victorian homes in the country. This carriage house was built at the turn of the century as part of the Speed Mansion (the first house in Louisville to have a telephone) at the corner of Garvin Place and Ormsby. It has been fully renovated to accommodate guests looking for a little piece of the Derby City charm.

The Space:
Walk upstairs to an open floor kitchen/living room with lots of natural light, a nook dining area, and a large TV. Newly renovated kitchen includes dishwasher, oven, microwave, toaster, coffee maker and a range of cooking supplies. A bedroom with two twin beds shares a bathroom with a queen bedroom. Queen bedrooms all have white noise machines. Downstairs houses the master bedroom and private bathroom as well as a fully stocked laundry area. Guests also have access to a garage, if needed, where you can store a small, possibly mid-sized vehicle. A serene English-style private courtyard that is shared with both units is the perfect place to unwind. Solar walkway lighting illuminates the courtyard at night.

Parking:

The garage can house a small to medium sized car - additional parking is available for free on the street, which is a block up from the alley.

Proximity:

Downtown / International convention center - 2 miles

Expo Center / Fairgrounds / Kentucky Kingdom - 4.5 miles

Airport - 5.7 miles

Churchill Downs - 2.8 miles

The Neighborhood:
Old Louisville is the largest concentration of preserved Victorian style homes in the United States!  It's an eclectic and exciting area with great sights to take in and close proximity to entertainment!

Property manager

David Orange

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river

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: 1,350 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 23

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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-21-00600

Property is also known as

62ac7a531426e70032a19c83

About the area

Map
Louisville, ky

What's nearby

  • University of Louisville - 17 min walk
  • Fourth Street Live! - 3 min drive
  • Kentucky International Convention Center - 4 min drive
  • KFC Yum Center - 4 min drive
  • Louisville Slugger Museum - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger Boy Diner - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪White Castle - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dizzy Whizz Drive-In - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪A Taste of China - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tavern - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Secret Garden Carriage House - 3BR/2BA - Fire pit! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secret Garden Carriage House - 3BR/2BA - Fire pit!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secret Garden Carriage House - 3BR/2BA - Fire pit!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secret Garden Carriage House - 3BR/2BA - Fire pit! located?

Located in Old Louisville, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Conrad-Caldwell House Museum and University of Louisville. KFC Yum Center is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Secret Garden Carriage House - 3BR/2BA - Fire pit! Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 23 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patty F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming
Loved the old house charm of the property. My teens loved having the upper floor to themselves.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great Location but there are things that need to be addressed.
I reached out to the owner to advise about the cleanliness but there were so much more. First, when we arrived, not only was the gate into the patio unlocked and open, but so was the door into the carriage house. This gave us a bad feeling about security as whomever stayed next door, kept leaving the gate unlocked and open as well. We found a smell of marijuana when walking in and we had found stuff all over the floor that I would presume was from a cigar. We messaged the owner about this. Also, I was settling into the one bedroom next to the bathroom upstairs and moved the night stand. This was a horrible idea as there was cigar innards all over the floor as well as open condom packs and i think a used one as well. At this point I was a bit upset but let the owner know again as whomever is in charge of cleaning was obviously not doing their job. Some of my other criticisms are that what little curtains there were, did not provide any kind of privacy as well as the patio area was in horrible shape. Most of the string lighting was out and the chairs were broken. Overall, it kind of looked like the picture, if the pictures were 5 years old and nobody had taken care of the patio since then. I really do not like to leave bad reviews (I used to work in the hotel industry for 16 years) however I think it needs to be out there so the owner can officially address the things that need to be addressed. Otherwise, the location is perfect as you are minutes away from everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute house
The carriage house was super cute and clean. We had an ok time parking our midsize SUV in the garage and was glad to have that option. We did encounter a few problems. Starting in the first floor bathroom. The toilet seat was broken, the tub leaked and we didn’t have any hand towels. We were also a little nervous of the overloaded electrical outlet in that bedroom and didn’t want to add anything to it. The second floor bathroom needs curtains for privacy. Twin bed room had a stained comforter and could’ve used a few extra pillows. Kitchen…. Could use curtains there too and the faucet was loose. Other than that, it was exactly what we had in mind and loved the location - we were 10 minutes from anywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Fire pit feature
Be sure to confirm that the fire pit will have propane supplied. Location for touring Old Louisville is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonia V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of character
Loved the “carriage house” living!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith, West Lafayette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a beautiful historic area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything as expected
The property was as listed. The outdoor space is quite nice-it is shared with another unit but the individual areas are separated. I didn’t have any large problems during my stay. There wasn’t any laundry detergent available to complete the requested check out procedures and I didn’t get a response from the host when I asked about it, but as long as that doesn’t count against me I’m fine. It’s basic accommodation at a fair price for the neighborhood. Worked well for my family’s stay and no major complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jonna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secret Garden
The house was clean. The one parking spot is to small for a pick up, that is if you can get the code for the garage door to work, so you have to park out on the street thats about 2 blocks away, then walk down a sketchy dark alley. There was a total of 5 bath towels in the place. No wash rags or hand towels except for the 1 in the kitchen. Where there was also no wash rag or sponge to do dishes. The TV didn't work. The downstairs bathtub had a bad leak. We left after the first night and checked into a hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Old Louie
Beautiful location, with a lot of beautiful houses. Its was great and convenient to downtown and the University. Much better than a hotel, with a kitchen and washer and dryer and a great deal nightly! I would recommend. Down the alley is a quaint coffee shop called North Lime coffee!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

scott k., Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Booked for work trip
Nice older home that has been fixed up nicely. Very clean, garage was great to keep car in over night. Location was ok. Seem to be fixing up a lot of old houses in the area. Very quite neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheri V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bourbon and Beyond stay
We stayed with another couple for the Bourbon and Beyond Music Festival. The place was great. It was easy check in and check out. Kitchen was fully equipped with everything we needed. I was on crutches so having a bedroom on the ground floor was fantastic. The place is clean and very quaint. Other reviews talked about not feeling safe but we never felt unsafe. We loved sitting in the backyard with the propane fire pit! Easy drive to the venue and to downtown. This is a little gem.Thank you!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would definitely stay again.
Enjoyed the outdoor patio, always found nearby parking, house was clean, linens were soft, plenty of room for everyone, quiet location and not far from anywhere we needed to go.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot - Great Neighborhood
We stayed in late June on our trip to the area for sightseeing and Bourbon tasting. The location was convenient to everything we wanted to do. We walked to Old Louisville Tavern for dinner one evening and enjoyed looking at all the old homes and the beautiful gardens. We were wishing we had found a walking tour of Old Louisville, so we could learn more about the area. We parked on the street, as the garage seemed a bit small for our vehicle. Breakfast in the garden was a special treat - no bugs. The only downside was for the couple who stayed upstairs. This property is in the airport landing area and they heard planes coming and going. The couple downstairs didn't hear any plane noise.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Dane H., AURORA

Disliked: Cleanliness
Some good, some not so good
The day we arrived we informed the host of the following. The ceiling lights in both of upstairs bedrooms do not work. The fire pit propane tank is empty. We were unable to open or close garage door with keypad. dryer was full of towels which we emptied and folder. We cannot find the sound machines in either of the bedrooms with queen beds. The host never responded to us. In addition, we washed the bath mats when we got there, since they were very dirty. One of the upstairs beds had only the bottom sheet. Otherwise, the stay was ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sonia N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Didn’t feel safe here
The actual place was clean and neat. But the location did not feel safe at all with bars on the windows downstairs. Shady people walking the streets. There were no wash cloths for bathing, light didn’t work in some of the rooms, and the batteries were dead in the tv remote. I tried emailing the owner and there was no response back. We ended up leaving and having to stay somewhere else. I messaged the owner to tell him and he never did respond. Very disappointing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jakie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location had everything we needed
Location had everything that was needed. We couldn't enjoy the garden due to rain. Great location for whiskey tours. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bourbon trip with my sons
Perfect location! Close to downtown, restaurants, airport etc. would choose again next time back in Louisville
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location to explore Old Louisville
Property was within walking distance to old louisville, the university and other locations. Clean and comfortable. Nice backyard with firepit and plenty of seating. Well-stocked kitchen. We used the garage for our relatively small car - a large vehicle might not fit. Owner was easy to work with and replied quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krystal and Phillip C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bourbon Trail
We spent the weekend with some friends coming from different areas of the country. We enjoyed this historic downtown area, close to everything and very peaceful time. We had so much fun and the home was perfect for what we needed it for.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wispa
Well worth the price. Clean and beds are comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great, older neighborhood
The neighborhood was a gem. The backyard sitting area was the main reason for the rental. It was great. Unit was older and serviceable. The downside was the location under the airport landing pattern. Be prepared for noise at all hours.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Whitney C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bourbon & Beyond Weekend
My husband and our friends stayed in Louisville for Bourbon and Beyond. This VRBO was beautiful and perfect for our small group. Very clean and homey. Enjoyed our short weekend here!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Interesting Old Louisville area
This is a carriage house about 100 years old. The neighborhood is so interesting! If you have never been to historic L’ville, there is such interesting architecture of times past. The carriage house is not fancy, but it served our needs for an economical meeting place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022