Title: River City Retreat near Zoo/Expo/Airport/Churchill + Arcade 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 # River City Retreat near Zoo/Expo/Airport/Churchill + Arcade Family-friendly holiday home in Louisville ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84890000/84889900/84889861/7a3a4916.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84890000/84889900/84889861/ea3aee42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84890000/84889900/84889861/c653a4d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84890000/84889900/84889861/ed0c830b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84890000/84889900/84889861/823968af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Louisville, this charming house offers a unique blend of character and modern comfort. Enjoy the newly renovated interior with refinished hardwood floors, updated kitchen appliances in the basement, and a cozy covered front porch. The property also features two 55-inch TVs with streaming capabilities and a private patio area perfect for relaxation. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## 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. ### River City Retreat near Zoo/Expo/Airport/Churchill + Arcade This special place is close to everything, making it easy to plan your visit. 5 minute drive to the Airport 5 minutes drive to the Expo Center 5 minute drive to Kentucky Kingdom 5 minute drive to the Louisville Zoo 7 minute drive to University of Louisville 10 minute drive to Churchill Downs 15 minute drive to downtown Louisville where you will find things like • Louisville Slugger Museum • Kentucky Science Center • Slugger Field • Angel's Envy & Old Forester Distilleries The inside of the house has been renovated by refinishing the original hardwood floors on the first level and updated with new Pergo flooring in the basement. All walls and trim have been painted and every light fixture in the house has been replaced. The bathroom has been updated with a new toilet, vanity, flooring, and hardware. The basement has newly installed kitchen appliances and a laundry room with a washer and dryer. The outside has been updated with a privacy fenced-in patio area. The house offers a great covered front porch along with a street light at the house for great visibility at night time. The house has been carefully thought out and decorated with all that you will need including a queen bed and a king-sized bed. There is a 55-inch TV in the living room with a Roku so you can login to your favorite streaming service and a 55 inch TV in the large bedroom. The TV in the larger bedroom has WatchFree by Vizio that includes a couple of local channels and a whole lot more! This is a very old house that has a different layout and plenty of character. The floors aren't completely level and neither are the walls. We have modernized the finishes and décor but just remember, it was built in 1920. You walk into the front door into the living room and off the living room there is the small bedroom. To get to the bathroom and large bedroom, you must walk through the small bedroom. The kitchen and laundry area are in the basement which is a walkout to the back patio/yard. The ceiling at its lowest point in the basement is about 6 foot 4 inches, so this may not be the best place for really tall people. There is a quiet commercial space across the street and a railroad track on the other side of that. The commercial space is an industrial business and is very quiet and the train you probably will never hear. I've been in the house a lot and haven't heard the train while being inside and have barely/rarely hear it outside. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Patio ### 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. - 3 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smooth flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Motor boating 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bed sheets changed on request - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104290000/104287600/104287571/w1177h781x1y0-9599fe1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New! 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If trash inside gets full during your stay please take it out to the trash bin in the driveway. ### 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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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-23-01052 ## 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%7C38.19410%2C-85.71761&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kudLqQMCJFd5ymJPMI61UDTGjc0=) Louisville, KY #### What's nearby - Louisville Zoo - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Louisville Mega Cavern - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles - Kentucky Exposition Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles - Kentucky Kingdom - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles - University of Louisville - 4 min drive - 3.2 miles #### Getting around - Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 6 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪City Barbeque - ‬16 min walk - ‪Oliver’s Chop House - ‬6 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬14 min walk - ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is River City Retreat near Zoo/Expo/Airport/Churchill + Arcade pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at River City Retreat near Zoo/Expo/Airport/Churchill + Arcade? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at River City Retreat near Zoo/Expo/Airport/Churchill + Arcade? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is River City Retreat near Zoo/Expo/Airport/Churchill + Arcade located? > This family-friendly Louisville holiday home is located in Camp Taylor, within 2 mi (3 km) of Louisville Mega Cavern, Louisville Zoo and Kentucky Kingdom. Kentucky Exposition Center is 1.9 mi (3 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question