House in Jefferson County, KY
6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valueWell priced for this area
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About this house rental
Welcome to the Shantyboathouse! Recognized as a truly unique property, it has twice been featured in the Courier-Journal and was honored with a historical plaque by the Louisville Landmarks Commission in 2019. According to a 1976 newspaper article, a local legend recounts that the house floated up the river during the 1937 flood, and was later set on a foundation—earning it the enduring nickname, "the shanty boat." This rich history adds to the property's distinctive character and charm.
Amenities at Louisville's Award-Winning Historic Shantyboathouse
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Jefferson County, KY
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
Awesome stay. Great place, clean and had everything you need! Couldn’t have been happier!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
We enjoyed a wonderful stay in this unique house with really cool history. Everything was perfect and close to everything in the Louisville area. What a gem! Look forward to a future stay when we get back to the area.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
Absolutely wonderful stay! The house was clean, incredible comfortable, and beautifully maintained. The location was perfect and within walking distance to some of the best distilleries and fabulous restaurants.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
We loved this property and its location. It was my husband’s 40th birthday, and we were in town for my son’s national archery tournament. It fit our needs and then some. We would love to stay at the Shanty Boat House again.
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Top rated by guests
10Outstanding
(45 Ratings)
"Awesome stay. Great place, clean and had everything you need! Couldn’t have been happier!"
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