Nestled on a peaceful block in Shelbyville, The Blue Belle offers a serene retreat with a fully stocked kitchen and cozy living room for movie nights. Start your day with coffee on the back deck or make s'mores by the fire pit after exploring distilleries and bourbon trails nearby.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 5135 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
The current price is €302
€302
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
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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.
KY Bourbon Trail Home, King Bed, FirePit, Near Louisville
Meet The Blue Belle: a beautifully restored 1880s cottage on the Bourbon Trail, nestled on a peaceful block in the heart of Shelbyville. Start your day with a coffee on the back deck, make smores by the fire pit, cook dinner in the fully stocked kitchen, & cozy up in the living room for movie night after a long day of exploring & bourbon! A short drive to Louisville, Lexington, & Frankfort. Comfortably sleeps 4 adults & 1 child. Perfect for small families & couples
The home is a single level, 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom historical cottage which is a perfect spot for small families, couples, and friends! Whether you're planning a full day of Kentucky exploring and bourbon tasting or unwinding in the home, the quiet, historical street provides the perfect escape for your getaway. The home is minutes away from distilleries, grocery stores, restaurants, parks, and the shops of downtown Shelbyville. There is plentiful other distilleries and activities within a 30 minute drive of The Blue Belle.
The open living room features extra comfortable seating and a Smart TV. Guests will immediately notice the gorgeous window that is the focal point of the living room. There are only 4 of these breathtaking windows in the area and the rare glass pattern was sourced circa 1890-1905 from Chances Bros. in Birmingham, England.
The dining area seats up to 6 people and is located in the fully equipped kitchen that features custom countertops and a 200 year old antique light fixture. The kitchen has brand new stainless steel appliances, a keurig/drip coffee maker with all your coffee needs, a bean grinder, silverware, plates, cups, bowls, knife set, can opener, measuring cups, mixing bowls, strainer, blender, baking sheets, and ice maker.
There are two charming bedrooms which feature en suite bathrooms. The first is a king bedroom with a smart tv and cozy seating area. The second is a queen bedroom with a seating area and a bathtub. Laundry is located in the half bathroom next to the kitchen.
The Blue Belle is the perfect spot as a base for your Kentucky getaway and is central to all the amazing attractions in the area! 8 mins to Bulliet Whiskey 10 mins to Talon Winery 11 mins to Jeptha Creed Distillery 30 mins to Buffalo Trace 30 mins to Louisville 30 mins to Lawrenceburg 30 mins to Lover's Leap Winery 30 mins to Castle & Key Distillery 30 mins to Rising Sons Home Farm Winery 27 mins to Kentucky River Tours 35 mins to Four Roses 35 mins to Churchill Downs 35 mins to Angels Envy Distillery 35 mins to Louisville Airport 50 mins to Jim Beam 50 mins to Bardstown The home is professionally cleaned and sanitized between every guest stay to the highest standards. Guest access A unique code will be provided the day before check in. Other things to note Guests will enter The Blue Belle through the back door. Please note the front door has a historical self-locking mechanism.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Location highlights
In a village
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
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
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
About the area
Shelbyville is home to this cottage. The Outlet Shoppes of the Bluegrass and Springhurst Towne Center Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Taylorsville Lake State Park and Beckley Creek Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Shelbyville travel guide
Is KY Bourbon Trail Home, King Bed, FirePit, Near Louisville pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at KY Bourbon Trail Home, King Bed, FirePit, Near Louisville?
As of 22 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at KY Bourbon Trail Home, King Bed, FirePit, Near Louisville on 24 Mar 2026 start from €302, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at KY Bourbon Trail Home, King Bed, FirePit, Near Louisville?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at KY Bourbon Trail Home, King Bed, FirePit, Near Louisville?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at KY Bourbon Trail Home, King Bed, FirePit, Near Louisville?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is KY Bourbon Trail Home, King Bed, FirePit, Near Louisville located?
Situated in Shelbyville, this cottage is 9.3 mi (15 km) from The Outlet Shoppes of the Bluegrass and within 16 miles (25 km) of Beckley Creek Park and Valhalla Golf Club. Taylorsville Lake State Park and Taylorsville Lake are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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KY Bourbon Trail Home, King Bed, FirePit, Near Louisville Reviews
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The perfect location for a quick stop on the bourbon trail. Ten minutes from Bulleit, down the road from Jeptha Creed, and a short hop over to Buffalo Trace and downtown Louisville!
The host was extremely responsive. The cottage was clean and had everything we needed. It was great to come back and relax after a long day exploring the Bourbon Trail! We look forward to another visit in the future.
Enjoyed the house and it’s old wood floors .
Very clean and proper house .
Kelly C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Tom
26 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a fantastic house, great for a couple freinds or a pair of couples. The bedrooms are large, beds comfortable, and decent baths in each.
The common room is spacious and the kitchen updated and modern.
Location is great to walk downtown to restaurants and other shops.
The one downside is the train. Train runs through Shelbyville all/most nights and blows its horn for several minutes each time. We didn’t notice the earplugs on the table in the entryway until cleaning up at checkout. It wasn’t so bad that I’d not stay again if returning to shelbyville, my sense is anything close to downtown would have same train noise.
Came for a long weekend to do the bourbon trail with friends and stayed at The Blue Belle. House works great for 2 couples, had plenty of room plus having a 3rd bathroom was very nice. Overall very clean and well stocked except for forks but we weren’t home much so it didn’t matter. We were able to walk to nearby restaurants easily. Parking is on the street and the neighborhood is a little odd with a mix of industrial and other cute old houses. Felt safe, but was odd arriving at night and seeing a large industrial area at the end of the street.Didn’t expect that from all the pictures. The house is very close to the railroad tracks but it didn’t bother us at all.I think 1 train an hour came through and while we heard many of them, it didn’t keep us up. The owners have provided ear plugs and noise machines in the bedrooms but neither us nor our friends needed them.The owner is extremely good with communication and checked in during our trip to make sure everything was good. Very easy check in and check out process. Can’t wait to come back again!
This was an excellent option as a base to organize some outings to distilleries. We focused on distilleries in Frankfort and Louisville, so Shke yvulle was a great in between stop. The only snafu of the trip was the door code didn't work on arrival, but the owner responded quickly to text to get us in. The house is charming and clean and very quiet outside of the random trains. But if you make use of the ear plugs thoughtfully sprinkled through the bedrooms, the trains aren't much of a problem. We really enjoyed the stay.