House in Frankfort, KY
Reasons to book
About this house rental
Set on a classic Frankfort corner in a beautifully preserved Victorian home, this bourbon-themed retreat is built for the kind of trip people talk about long after they get home. Whether you're here for the Bourbon Trail, horse racing season, a milestone celebration, or a long overdue crew reunion, Rickhouse Run delivers the full Kentucky experience from the moment you walk through the front gate.
WHY CHOOSE RICKHOUSE RUN?
1) The location is unbeatable. Buffalo Trace Distillery is just minutes away, craft breweries and downtown restaurants are walkable from the home, and the Kentucky River glows at dusk right around the corner. Frankfort is one of Kentucky's best kept secrets and this home puts you right in the middle of all of it.
2) No other property in Frankfort has rooms like these. Every bedroom is a bourbon tribute: the Woodford Reserve Room, the Pappy Van Winkle Room, the Blanton's Room, and the Kentucky Derby Room. Murals, barrel art, themed decor, and decorative fireplaces in the bedrooms. Your group will be talking about which room they want before they even book.
3) The game room is the stuff of legends. Your private detached game room is stocked with Ms. Pac-Man and Golden Tee arcade classics, a tournament-style poker table with 8 leather chairs, a full bourbon display wall with 60+ bottles, shuffleboard, and leather sofas for the whole crew. Arcade or poker? Honestly, that's the hardest decision you'll make all weekend.
4) You're in great hands. Managed by long-time Superhost Steve Cummings, so you will receive personalized concierge service instead of calling a large management company. We also provide a digital guidebook upon booking that includes recommendations, directions, and highlights of the local area. From distillery tours to dinner reservations and everything in between, we love helping guests plan the perfect Kentucky trip.
Rickhouse Run sleeps up to 10 guests across 4 beautifully decorated, bourbon-themed bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.
Main Level:
Pappy Van Winkle Room (King bed): Tufted leather headboard, Van Winkle Reserve murals, dedicated workspace desk, leather reading chair, fireplace. Tribute to bourbon's most coveted name.
Upstairs:
Woodford Reserve Room (King bed): Bourbon barrel art panels, burnt-orange drapes, chandelier, vintage black fireplace, gilt mirror, TV with Netflix. Made for slow, easy mornings.
Blanton's Room (King bed): Barrel nightstands, Blanton's barrel lamp, green velvet curtains, horse racing art, fireplace, Netflix. Styled with intention in every corner.
Kentucky Derby Room (2 Queen Bunk Beds, 4 spots): A Churchill Downs mural stretching wall to wall. Legendary backdrop for your group's most adventurous sleepers.
Linens, towels, extra pillows, and blankets are all provided.
The main living room features exposed wood beams, a floor-to-ceiling bourbon mural, a smart TV above the original fireplace, and a barrel-top coffee table. The dining room seats the whole group under a Maker's Mark mural with the "Happy Hour" sign above the fireplace setting exactly the right tone. After dinner, convert the dining table into a full ping pong arena and keep the evening going.
THE GAME ROOM
Your private detached game room has everything your group needs for a legendary night in:
Ms. Pac-Man and Golden Tee 3D Golf arcade classics
Tournament-style poker table with 8 leather chairs
60+ bottle bourbon display wall
Full-length shuffleboard table
Two leather sofas
Smart TV with Old Forester art and serious bourbon energy
THE BACKYARD
The backyard comes alive at night. String lights, a glowing hot tub, a crackling fire pit, perfect for s'mores or a cigar and a story, make this one of those outdoor spaces you won't want to leave. Fire up the propane grill for a proper Kentucky cookout, challenge the crew to cornhole or ladder toss on the game lawn, and end every night the same way: hot water, good bourbon, and the stars over Frankfort.
Hot tub
Fire pit
Propane grill
Cornhole and ladder toss
Covered back porch with teak loungers and outdoor dining
String lights throughout
Private back gate with parking for 4 vehicles
THE KITCHEN
A fully stocked kitchen with island bar seating, hanging pot rack, stainless appliances, dark stone countertops, and a dedicated Keurig Coffee Bar to start every morning right. Everything your group needs for big breakfasts and easy dinners: stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, full-size refrigerator, cooking basics, dishes, silverware, and wine glasses. Coffee is provided.
A full-size washer and dryer are also on-site, making it easy to pack light and settle in for a longer stay.
THE FRONT PORCH
Settle into the covered wrap-around front porch with a pour of Maker's Mark, a charcuterie board, and the Kentucky Bucket List to help you plan your days. Watch Frankfort come alive and let the adventures begin.
LOCATION
You couldn't ask for a better base in Frankfort. Buffalo Trace Distillery, one of America's most iconic bourbon destinations, is just a 3 to 5 minute drive away. The rest of downtown Frankfort is right at your doorstep:
🥃 Buffalo Trace Distillery — 3 to 5 min drive
🏛️ Old State Capitol and Old Statehouse Historic District — 5 min walk
🌊 River View Park — 4 min walk
☕ Andy's Artisan Bread / Kentucky Coffeetree Cafe — 5 to 7 min walk
🍕 Buddy's Pizza, Main Street Diner — 7 to 9 min walk
🍽️ Serafini (dinner) — 5 min walk
🍺 Goodwood Brewing, Sig Luscher Brewery — 6 to 10 min walk
🍸 Capital Cellars, Bourbon on Main, The Cooperage Bar — 5 to 9 min walk
