The Shotgun Rye! Your Bourbon home near Downtown

Summary:

Welcome to Shotgun Rye — an updated 935 sq ft Louisville retreat in Germantown. Sleeping up to 4 with a queen bed and queen sofa bed, the single-story home features a dedicated office for remote work, two full bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen with drip coffee, in-home washer & dryer, and a private backyard. Smart TVs in the living room and bedroom, central HVAC, and 2 dedicated outdoor parking spots make it ideal for couples, business travelers, or weekend getaways near NuLu and Bardstown Rd.



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, including the private backyard and front yard.



PROPERTY LAYOUT

MAIN FLOOR (Single Level):

⊳ Living Room: Hisense Smart TV, queen sofa bed, seating area.

⊳ Office: Desk area, chair (perfect for remote work).

⊳ Bedroom 1: Queen bed, Hisense Smart TV, dresser, closet, ceiling fan.

⊳ Kitchen: Stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, garbage disposal, drip coffee maker.

⊳ Bathroom 1 (Hall Bath & Laundry): Toilet, shower, bathtub, washer, dryer.

⊳ Bathroom 2 (Private Bath): Toilet, shower, sink.



HIGHLIGHTS

⊳ 935 sq ft single-level home in Phoenix Hill — no stairs.

⊳ Dedicated office space with desk and chair — ideal for remote work or business travelers.

⊳ Two full bathrooms, including a private en-suite.

⊳ Fully equipped kitchen with full-size appliances and drip coffee maker.

⊳ In-home washer & dryer built into the hall bathroom.

⊳ Private backyard plus maintained front yard.

⊳ Smart TVs (Hisense) in living room and bedroom.

⊳ Central air conditioning and heating with thermostat control.

⊳ 2 dedicated outdoor parking spaces plus street parking.

⊳ Self check-in via smart lock with exterior cameras for added security.

⊳ Reliable WiFi throughout the home.

⊳ Just minutes from NuLu, downtown, Bardstown Road dining, and Whiskey Row.



ACCESSIBILITY

⊳ Single-story home with all bedrooms, bathrooms, and main living areas on one floor.



Guest Access:

PARKING:

⊳ Guest can park 2 cars in the dedicated outdoor parking at the back of the property. 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:

▻ STRICTLY NO PARTIES, NO GATHERINGS, NO UNAUTHORIZED GUESTS, and a security deposit of $500 USD applies for local guest bookings. Violations are subject to a $500 fine under city ordinance, in addition to immediate termination of the reservation without refund. All guests must agree to our rental terms and complete identity/deposit verification prior to check-in.

▻ 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.

▻ Please do not unplug any electronics that are currently connected. Unplugging devices may result in a $100 fee.

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

▻ Visitors and unauthorized guests are generally 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 – 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.

▻ Pet 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 - Cancellation refunds will be based on your booking's cancellation policy

▻ 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:

Please don't hesitate to let us know if you have questions or need assistance. We're happy to help!