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Kentucky Gem ~ Rooftop Deck + Easy Walk to Stadiums, The Banks, and Downtown

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Out the Door to the Right/Left are Pubs, Bistros, Indy Coffee, Stadiums + Cincy
Living Room ~ 12' Ceilings: Excellent for Paper Airplanes
Living Room
Westward Facing Windows = Afternoon Sun
1st Floor Bath

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Covington, KY
  • Newport Aquarium
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Great American Ball Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Paycor Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Kentucky Gem ~ Rooftop Deck + Easy Walk to Stadiums, The Banks, and Downtown

(When you click on the photos in this listing, captions/descriptions will appear. Voila! Know, too, that there is a nightly discount for stays of four nights or longer. Just ask!)

This spacious urban dwelling is steeped in history, as is our charming and entirely f-l-a-t + walkable neighborhood. The home dates to the 1860s when it was likely built to house craftsmen involved in the building of the architecturally significant Roebling Suspension Bridge, the prototype for The Brooklyn Bridge. It is thought that John Roebling himself might have designed this property.

In 2007: top-to-bottom, wall-to-wall renovations resulted in '2008 River Cities Preservation' and '2008 Friends of Covington Beautification' awards. A three story 'flying' staircase, scale, contemporary upgrades and location yield both character and comfort. Here, history and modernity are not to be confused with rigidity: put your feet up and bring your dog! There's a decidedly down-home feel with an up-town vibe.

Truly a handsome and affordably priced alternative for Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky business travellers -- or -- for regionally-inclined tourists and vacationing families. Ideally suited for small-scale meetings and entertaining, too.

Bounded to the north by the Ohio River, Cincinnati is a quick two blocks and a bridge (yes: that one!) away, as are Great American Ball Park, Paul Brown Stadium, US Bank Arena -- and -- Queen City culture, entertainment, retail and cuisine. Fine and home-style dining, indie coffee houses (2 + a Starbucks), shopping and multiple entertainment options are also available just outside the door. Lexington and Louisville are each roughly (and Bluegrass scenic) 90 minutes away.

While most everything is within walking distance, two dedicated, off-street parking spaces are provided. As well, a "Red Bike" station -- and -- a retro-fitted trolley* stop (*that traverses Covington and Newport KY, and Cincinnati) are a block away. For full immersion in Kentucky's fabled horsiness, a livery across the street operates horse-drawn carriages most weekends and some week nights, using much the same routes.

Or, stay home and make good use of the roof deck with its panoramic views of the Cincinnati skyline and surrounding hillsides, the sunset-spilled den, and/or the jetted tub.









Keywords: Historic, Modern, Convenient, Panoramic View, Roof Deck, Pet and Family Friendly

Property manager

Lisa Mullins
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Well-Behaved, Vet-Treated/-Documented Dogs Welcome
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Friday or Saturday arrivals require a minimum 2-night stay;
The completion of a simple agreement is a condition of rental. Please provide your home (not a PO Box) address to upload for your review/acceptance.
Damage Deposit is NOT required, nor is a dog (= 'pet') fee.

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Covington

Located in Licking Riverside, a neighbourhood in Covington, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal and Riverbend Music Center are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Newport on the Levee and EastGate Mall. Travelling with kids? Make time for Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, or head to an event or a match at Great American Ball Park. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Covington, KY

What's nearby

  • Newport on the Levee - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Newport Aquarium - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Great American Ball Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Paycor Stadium - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Heritage Bank Center - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Cincinnati Union Terminal - 10 min drive
  • Cincinnati Cyclones Tram Stop - 17 min walk
  • Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smoke Justis - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Molly Malone's Irish Pub & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Agave & Rye - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Amerasia - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Madison Theater - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Kentucky Gem ~ Rooftop Deck + Easy Walk to Stadiums, The Banks, and Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Kentucky Gem ~ Rooftop Deck + Easy Walk to Stadiums, The Banks, and Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kentucky Gem ~ Rooftop Deck + Easy Walk to Stadiums, The Banks, and Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kentucky Gem ~ Rooftop Deck + Easy Walk to Stadiums, The Banks, and Downtown located?

This family-friendly Covington holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Carneal House, Newport Aquarium and Great American Ball Park. Newport on the Levee and Heritage Bank Center are also within 1 mile (2 km). Cincinnati Cyclones Tram Stop is 17 minutes by foot and Fountain Square Tram Stop is 21 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 198 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staycation
We had a terrific stay in Covington! The location is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

aaron i.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good Stay
Lisa was great. She was very helpful. The listing is just as described. Within walking distance of numerous restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of space and great location!
The host was super responsive and hospitable. We were in the area for a Kona Ice convention which was just a short walk. Between meetings we enjoyed walking the river and visiting a couple of local pubs. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Christmas Break
It was perfect. It was really clean and Lisa was so easy to work with. The location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cincinnati stay
House was beautiful and host was very welcoming. Lots of space very well stocked. You must be able to do stairs as the house is up and down.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House
Close to fun restaurants and the house has a great set up. We had plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend away!!
We could not have enjoyed our stay more!! Location was perfect. So much to explore in Kentucky and Cincinnati. On foot in KY and on foot and street car in Cincinnati. Lisa was an awesome host and so thoughtful to have special local items stocked for us! ICE CREAM was a special hit for us all!! Will definitely be visiting again! Thanks again, Lisa Your friends from Macon, Ga
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kennice S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Location
Recently celebrated a family member’s 60th birthday party in Lisa’s home, and it was perfect! Walkable to everything, and big enough for six people. Communication was 5/5 and Lisa was sweet enough to leave us celebratory ice cream and coffee. Cleanly. Would definitely recommend! Only 4.5/5 were the beds; just a tad tinier than expected, but we were able to make them work! Still would recommend this home :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay.
Enjoyed this property so much. Close to so many good food options. Clean with everything we needed. Host Lisa was so personal and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Rob V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Trip Cut Short
Had booked the stay for 2 nights but ended up leaving after 1 night due to the property’s conditions. Want to provide an accurate detail of the location and our trip as listing/reviews didn’t depict our experience so don’t want other to run into the same issue. I will say communication and location were both great for the location. The manager spoke to me days before our arrival to discuss our plans and give us a heads up about some issues at the property. She met us there at our arrival and was kind enough to leave some treats in the freezer for the family and specific items for our breakfast. We were able to walk the area with our dogs and was a short enough walk to the ballpark with our children to watch the Reds play. The listing of the property and previous reviews were why we chose this location but not entirely accurate in our views. The house needs a very deep cleaning across the board as it felt like there was a cover of dirt or grime everywhere. The carpets are old and worn out, felt gross when walking up and down the stairs on them. There was a hole in one of the wooden floorboards. The kitchen had food splattered on the wall by the sink, dust and dirt seemed to be in every corner of the house. The top bedroom had receipts left on the chair so obviously wasn’t thoroughly cleaned. The bedrooms are located on the 2nd and 3rd floor which all were very warm overnight with no A/C, but the main floor was ok. It made it very difficult and uncomfortable to s
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Made us Feel Right at Home!
Lisa is a gracious host and thought of everything to make our stay comfortable and relaxed. The home was clean, inviting, and very well stocked. Lisa made us feel welcome by communicating with us ahead of time and making check in/check out a breeze. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property
We stayed here to attend 3 games at GABP. It was a great experience. Owner, Lisa was very accommodating, It was about a mile walk to the stadium. You can also take a bus or trolley within two blocks of the stadium. If we come back will stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
I was returning home for a family event and I wanted to be centrally located. The host, Lisa, couldn’t have been nicer and even went the extra mile to have items there for us to eat and drink. The house has alot of character and the location is perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway
The location was fantastic. We had an easy walk to the aquarium and to the Reds game. The home was very comfortable and the owner's attention to detail made us feel very welcome. We had a terrific weekend stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
426 Greenup
Lisa demonstrated wonderful hospitality before, during, and after our stay. Covington offers easy access to downtown Cincinnati as advertised but the neighborhood is worth staying local. So many great places for coffee and dining! Thanks for a terrific weekend, Lisa.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host
Great stay and host. It is an older building with a lot of charm. Well stocked and clean! Host was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect hostess.
Our group of 4 adults (40+) were headed to Covington for a fun weekend of food and eclipse festivities. Our hostess was kind and really went out of her way to make us feel at home and enjoy our eclipse experience. The house was a in a great walkable neighborhood, and it was also very easy to access the highway to get into Newport, Cincinnati and other areas. While we were already familiar with the area, our host offered lists of places to see, dine and much more. The house offered everything we needed for a great weekend. We will absolutely look for this property again next time we are in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First visit to Great American Ball Park!
Traveled with family members to attend a baseball game in Cincinnati. Location was perfect to walk to the game, neighborhood was safe and had a great time exploring the city. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday trip
It was such a great location, beautiful home, incredible host. It had everything you could need. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janette K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adventure
Wonderful stay. Lots to do within walking distance. Host was attentive without being overbearing.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and hospitality
The location was perfect for access to downtown Cincinnati, OTR, and UC events. Our host, Lisa, was kind and helpful. The property had everything we needed to make our three generational family visit comfortable and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short getaway
Lisa was absolutely awesome, we spoke before our arrival which helped both ends feel more comfortable with the stay. We would absolutely stay there again without a doubt.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John J S., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Great Place and a Great Location
We stayed at Lisa's "Kentucky Gem" over Thanksgiving. The property was well equipped with all the items, amenities, and sundries we needed. Our attentive and gracious hostess greeted us with Graeter's ice cream, coffee pods, and some other fun snacks. The location, itself, was perfect. It is located in an older part of Covington, very close to the river and walkable into riverfront Cincinnati. We would very definitely return here for our next Cincinnati visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Mullins

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One sister uses this property as her home away from her Washington, DC home whenever she opts to unleash upon us yokels her cranky little terrier and two 'lively' Tween and Teen kids. Living just a few doors away from said property ... and the aforementioned terrier/niece/nephew trifecta: this aunt -- in need of respite! -- is more than happy to extend top-notch hospitality to non-relatives.

Why they chose this property

Listed on The National Register of Historic Places in 1971, Covington KY's Historic Licking Riverside Neighborhood has long been one of the premier historic districts in Greater Cincinnati, and was recognized by The American Planning Association as 'A 2013 Great Place in America.' ( 1 of 10). And Cincinnati -- 'The Queen City' -- is cosmopolitan and cozy at the same time, and just a stone's throw away.

What makes this property unique

Location, History, Ambience, Comfort, View, and 'ThisClose' Proximity to Cincinnati, and Multiple Dining, Cultural + Entertainment, Big 'n Small Retail, a Terrific Riverfront Park, and Sporting Destinations. Walkable + ease of access to "Red Bike" rentals and Trolley. Dedicated off-street parking.

Sports Peeps ~ Both stadiums are well-less than a mile + a 'festive' (Go Reds!) -- or -- a 'raucous' (Who Dey!) walk/trolley ride ($1 per person/runs every 15 minutes) away. Tailgating begins at our corner. Indians'/Browns' and Pirates'/Steelers' fans: Prepare for Good-Natured Ribbing en route ...

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English

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