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Cozy & Chic Home w Backyard | St. Matthews Retreat

2.0 star property

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, offices
Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, offices
In the heart of St. Matthews neighborhood, this cozy home offers a warm welcome with its spacious backyard and entertainment deck featuring a patio with fire pit. Enjoy family gatherings on the deck or explore nearby Seneca Park, restaurants, cafes, and specialty stores within walking distance.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy & Chic Home w Backyard | St. Matthews Retreat

Summary:
Welcome to our cozy home in the friendly St. Matthews neighborhood. Walk to Seneca Park, restaurants, cafes, groceries, and specialty stores.

Perfect for families, it features 3 spacious bedrooms (2 king, 1 queen). The main living area includes a front sitting area, kitchen, living room, and dining area. Enjoy the backyard with its entertainment deck, patio with fire pit, and room to play.

Come as you are and let our home be your place in Louisville!

The Space:
ACCESS TYPE:
▻ You'll have access to the entire house during your stay.

WHOLE HOME IS ON A SINGLE STORY:
▻ Family Area with a Three-Seater Sofa and 2 Accent Chairs
▻ Open Concept, Fully Stocked Kitchen with Stove, Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Keurig Coffee Maker, Toaster, Fridge and Freezer
▻ Living Area with L-Shaped Five-Seater Sofa and a Smart TV
▻ Dining Area that accommodates 6 People
▻ Full Bathroom with Shower and Tub
▻ Bedroom 1: 1 x King bed with Ensuite Full Bathroom
▻ Bedroom 2: 1 x King Bed
▻ Bedroom 3: 1 x Queen Bed
▻ Laundry Area with Washer & Dryer

HIGHLIGHTS:
▻ Partially-fenced Backyard
▻ Spacious Outdoor Deck for Family Gatherings
▻ Allow Dogs
▻ Fast Wi-Fi

ACCESSIBILITY:
▻ There's A Stair Step to Reach Main Entrance

Guest Access:
PARKING:
▻ You can park in the driveway. There's also 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:
▻ Seneca Park ~3 Min Drive
▻ Cherokee Park ~8 Min Drive
▻ Downtown Louisville ~12 Min Drive
▻ Louisville Zoo ~15 Min Drive
▻ Louisville Mega Cavern ~15 Min Drive
▻ Kentucky Exposition Center ~13 Min Drive
▻ KFC Yum! Center ~11 Min Drive
▻ Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory ~13 Min Drive
▻ Muhammad Ali Center ~12 Min Drive
▻ Churchill Downs ~14 Min Drive
▻ Kentucky Science Center ~13 Min Drive
▻ Waterfront Park ~12 Min Drive
▻ Falls of the Ohio State Park ~15 Min Drive

Nearby Favorite Breakfast / Coffee Spots:
▻ North End Café ~5 Min Drive
▻ Please & Thank You ~8 Min Drive
▻ Highland Morning ~10 Min Drive

Nearby Favorite Lunch Spots:
▻ The Cheddar Box Café ~4 Min Drive
▻ Momma's Mustard, Pickles & BBQ ~6 Min Drive
▻ Ramsi's Café on the World ~9 Min Drive

Nearby Favorite Dinner Spots:
▻ Napa River Grill ~5 Min Drive
▻ Jack Fry's ~10 Min Drive
▻ The Eagle ~11 Min Drive
▻ Volare Italian Ristorante ~11 Min Drive

Nearby Favorite Breweries:
▻ Gravely Brewing Co. ~9 Min Drive
▻ Great Flood Brewing Company ~6 Min Drive
▻ Mile Wide Beer Co. ~11 Min Drive
▻ Against the Grain Brewery ~11 Min Drive

Nearby Favorite Bars:
▻ Diamond Station ~5 Min Drive
▻ The Silver Dollar ~10 Min Drive
▻ The Holy Grale ~10 Min Drive
▻ Haymarket Whiskey Bar ~12 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.
▻ Please observe quiet hours between 10 PM and 8 AM
▻ Strictly NO SMOKING
▻ Kindly keep noise and activity neighbor-friendly.
▻ Please Pick Up After Your Pets. We do allow pets but we would like to request to not let them on the furniture
▻ Visitors are welcome but only with prior notice and host approval.

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 – We’re happy to allow luggage drop with prior host approval.
▻ Late Check-Out – Let us know by the day before, and we’ll do our best to accommodate until 12 PM. To guarantee a late check-out, the following night would need to be booked. Please note, unapproved late check-outs may incur a $50/hour fee, and check-outs at 12 PM or later will be considered an extra night’s stay.
▻ 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 – We’re happy to welcome pets! A $100 non-refundable fee applies, plus $50 for each additional pet. This helps cover the extra deep cleaning to keep the home fresh for all guests.

▻ Third-Party Bookings - We cannot accept bookings made on behalf of someone else.
▻ 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 - To receive a full refund, you must cancel within 24 hours before check-in. Any cancellations after this window will be charged according to the number of nights stayed.
▻ There are exterior cameras installed above the window near the front door, above the window near the side door and above the back door. It is on and recording 24/7 to help ensure the safety of you and the property during your stay.

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
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

  • Unit size: 1,900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

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 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-24-00279
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Louisville, KY

What's nearby

  • Baptist Hospital Louisville - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Mall St. Matthews - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Louisville Mega Cavern - 8 min drive - 9.2 km
  • KFC Yum Center - 9 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Louisville Zoo - 9 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burger King
  • ‪Tin Roof Louisville in St.Matthews - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Momma's Mustard, Pickles, & BBQ - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Simply Thai - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy & Chic Home w Backyard | St. Matthews Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy & Chic Home w Backyard | St. Matthews Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy & Chic Home w Backyard | St. Matthews Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy & Chic Home w Backyard | St. Matthews Retreat located?

Located in Rockcreek Lexington Road, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Seneca Park, Baptist Hospital Louisville and Historic Frankfort Avenue. Cherokee Park and Norton Women's & Children's Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Cozy & Chic Home w Backyard | St. Matthews Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

T J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic service. The home was beautiful and if in town again we would definitely stay there again. Nice area great access to amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great floor plan which created two private areas.

Very clean; property was as VRBO advertised; quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

GEORGE W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Visit

Needed a place for me and my brother and our families to stay while we visited our parents. This house was perfect for our needs. Nicely appointed house everything you need. Would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024