Title: Louisville's Historic Shantyboathouse Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Louisville's Historic Shantyboathouse Family-friendly holiday home with water park and Hot tub ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78460000/78458700/78458632/ec7e7486.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78460000/78458700/78458632/56c7fc4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78460000/78458700/78458632/b3b5319d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78460000/78458700/78458632/22ad1a98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78460000/78458700/78458632/e97d577c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Louisville's Butchertown neighborhood, Shantyboathouse offers a hip retreat. Stroll to trendy restaurants and bars or explore unique local shops in the NuLu district. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Hot tub - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Louisville's Historic Shantyboathouse In this historic Butchertown neighborhood you'll find many hip restaurants and bars and unique local shops and boutiques. Right around the corner from the Shantyboathouse is shopping in the NuLu district, Quills Coffee, and Butchertown Bakery. Walk to the Louisville City Football Club stadium and the Big Four pedestrian bridge for a stroll over the river to Indiana. It's just six miles from Churchill Downs and a short ride to downtown and some of Louisville and Kentucky’s greatest distilleries. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Water park - Golfing 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 - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91470000/91469800/91469702/w1755h1170x388y0-aec7471c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ultra Modern in NuLu, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, King Bed Phoenix Hill - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 58 reviews £307 includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=91469702&PinnedHotelID=91469702&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Signature Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90960000/90953600/90953532/e9ed9b4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stellar Suites Downtown Louisville - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry 9.6 Exceptional 107 reviews £135 includes taxes & fees 26 Oct - 27 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=90953532&PinnedHotelID=90953532&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91600000/91596800/91596713/61f872d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New! 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Highlands - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=110544963&PinnedHotelID=110544963&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Remove personal items and take out the rubbish Lock the doors Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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-20-00600 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.25655%2C-85.73673&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZclTF4V3U9zgOTAeTIOwQsc4KBE=) Louisville, KY #### What's nearby - Whiskey Row - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - KFC Yum Center - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Kentucky International Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles - Fourth Street Live! - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles - Louisville Slugger Museum - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles #### Getting around - Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Fifth Third Club - ‬11 min walk - ‪La Bodeguita De Mima - ‬6 min walk - ‪Lou Lou on Market - ‬6 min walk - ‪Cured - ‬5 min walk - ‪Guacamole Modern Mexican - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Louisville's Historic Shantyboathouse pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Louisville's Historic Shantyboathouse? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Louisville's Historic Shantyboathouse? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Louisville's Historic Shantyboathouse located? > Located in the heart of Louisville, this family-friendly holiday home is steps away from Thomas Edison House and Ohio River Valley. Whiskey Row and KFC Yum Center are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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