Historic Downtown Frankfort Bourbon Trail Vacation Rental

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Historical Home in the Heart of Downtown Frankfort.

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Host

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 232.5 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Outdoor space

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Explore the area

Frankfort, KY

Old Governor’s Mansion

3 min walk

Old State Capitol

5 min walk

The Grand Theatre

7 min walk

Frankfort, KY (FFT-Capital City)

6 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Located in a fully renovated circa 1888 building in the heart of historic downtown Frankfort. This ground floor studio apartment suite with high ceilings in the bedroom. The suite retains its historic charm, yet is fully furnished with updated finishes and full separate kitchen. The suite comes with a refrigerator, microwave, oven/range, dishwasher, coffee maker, free Wi-Fi, Smart TV, washer & dryer onsite, central heat & A/C, luxury hotel bath towels and linens, and memory foam mattress. Sleeps two.

The historic property originally housed the Greenwood Female Seminary established circa 1844 by Mrs. Mary T. Runyan. Mrs. Runyan sold the property to T.J. Congleton Brothers and the current two-story frame structure was constructed in the late 1880’s.

Enjoy an evening cocktail on your private porch, while smelling bourbon being made just blocks away at Buffalo Trace Distillery. Ample on street parking is close by or dedicated parking space on adjacent property. Bourbon themed artwork displayed though out the suite.

Property manager

Leslie and Rene' True

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

About the area

Frankfort

Located in Frankfort, this apartment is in the city centre. Capital City Museum and Old State Capitol are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Buffalo Trace Distillery and Prodigy Vineyards & Winery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Frankfort, KY

What's nearby

The Grand Theatre - 7 min walk
Kentucky State Capitol - 2 min drive
Kentucky State University - 3 min drive
Buffalo Trace Distillery - 4 min drive
Woodford Reserve Distillery - 16 min drive

Getting around

Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

‪Linney's Pizza - ‬4 min drive
‪Hardee's - ‬4 min drive
‪DaVinci's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
‪Arby's - ‬4 min drive
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Downtown Frankfort Bourbon Trail Vacation Rental pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Downtown Frankfort Bourbon Trail Vacation Rental?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Downtown Frankfort Bourbon Trail Vacation Rental?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Downtown Frankfort Bourbon Trail Vacation Rental located?

Located in the heart of Frankfort, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Old Governor’s Mansion and Capital City Museum. Old State Capitol and The Grand Theatre are also within 10 minutes.

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jacinda B.

19 Sept 2023

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

Trip to Buffalo Trace

We came to Frankfort to visit Buffalo Trace distillery and to check out the town. It was a nice getaway from home. The apartment was Quaint with a touch of love. We loved having the plush towels ready for us and a comfy bed. It was convenient having so many establishments close by in walking distances to us. We walked around town checking out all of the wonderful places and meeting so many locals. The town is so nice, many things to see and the locals are so friendly and helpful. We will definitely book The True House again in the future.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trisha S.

31 Aug 2023

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

Quaint

Very clean and cozy. Dedicated parking spot was convenient. Great location in center of town and close to bourbon country! Short walk to restaurants and bars. Would definitely go back.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie G.

20 Aug 2023

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

Flower Show Judge class

I was in town to take a 3 day class with exams each day so this suited my needs. I could walk to my class in the historic district which was beautiful. The coffee was also a lifesaver for me!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

18 July 2023

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

25th Anniversary

Such a perfect nice & quaint place! Perfect for us. Very clean & the bed was so comfy. All the little things you did to make our stay special meant so much! Thank you True house. We would definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri F.

19 May 2023

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

Very nice place

We came for the derby and were very happy with the close proximity to everything we needed. Property was very clean and updated. Had everything we would need!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Sue Z., Kimberly, Wisconsin, USA

10 Feb 2023

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

Perfect location

We enjoyed the location. It was an easy walk to the historic area of Frankfort. We would definitely stay at the True House for future visits.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne C.

19 Nov 2022

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

Cute apartment / cottage

The apartment is very cute, well appointed and clean. Perfect size for 1 or 2 people. Walking distance to Frankfort restaurants. Is next to bar with live music, but music ends at reasonable hour.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

31 Oct 2022

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

Great efficient space

We loved this place. It was perfect for 2 people and close to great places to grab some brews. The kitchen was well equipped to make meals too. We will be back to check more of Frankfort out!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric H., Holland, USA

29 Oct 2022

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

Fun in Frankfort

We came for the distilleries but wanted to have a cozy place to stay. The True House was perfectly updated and clean. Next time we visit we plan to expand our itinerary to other distilleries but we'll be staying at the True House..

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura N.

19 Sept 2022

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

Location and Ease

Great location, ease of checkin and out, everything you need!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

TRACY W.

30 June 2021

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

Downtown Frankfort

Unit was small but perfect for 1 or 2 people, very clean and had everything provided that you might need. Would diffidently book again if staying in the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diana C., Gilbertsville

20 June 2021

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

Smell the Mash!

The location and apartment was the perfect little vacation spot for my husband and I. We were there for the bourbon and so close to several distilleries. You can really smell the mash from Buffalo Trace! The apartment is very well stocked with anything you may need or want. Short walk right into downtown Frankfort for dining, drinks, ice cream, beautiful scenery, and so much more! The town has so much to offer. The apartment was clean and quiet. We also enjoyed our nights out on the patio. The only thing I would recommend is to pack the extra clothes as the washer and dryer are shared between the other apartments. We LOVED our stay at the True House!

10/10 Excellent

Ashley O.

17 Feb 2020

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

Great getaway

We wanted to visit some local distilleries and this was a perfect location near many of them.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

12 Dec 2019

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

Nice Get-Away

This place is absolutely adorable! It was beautifully furnished and was within walking distance of the historic town of Frankfort! The town had many restaurants and shops! This property had snacks, teas, coffee, and toiletries provided, a nice touch. It was a lot smaller than it appeared online, but the design used all of the space well! I also didn’t realize beforehand that there wasn’t a small living space at all, just the kitchen, bathroom and bedroom! This turned out to not be a problem for us though! I would definitely recommend this property for two people looking to get away for just a few days!

10/10 Excellent

Kaye K., Charleston, SC

21 May 2018

Great place to stay!

Great apartment & extremely well appointed. Wish we had had time to enjoy the neighborhood but no time.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

15 Nov 2017

Perfect!

This apartment was perfect for my stay. It was very well centralized for all the events I attended and was amazingly charming. The pics of this place are nice, but, the place is nicer. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants that home away from home type feel. I’ll be back for sure.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Martha P., Cape Girardeau

8 Oct 2017

Fantastic Rental, No Detail Overlooked

Everything is perfect in this turn of the century updated rental in the heart of bourbon and horse country. The owners greet you with brochures and a gift pack with local goodies. No detail has been overlooked. The rental is equipped with every amenity to make your stay so comfortable you might not want to leave! You’ll be walking distance from shopping and dining as well as historic sites and museums. And you're just minutes from several distilleries as well as wineries. We highly recommend True House as your vacation headquarters for the Frankfort area.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ben P.

20 Sept 2017

Perfect

We loved the house. It was very clean and very comfortable. All the essentials were included. Comfortable bed. Great location in historic Frankfort. We will stay here again when in the area. Ben and Gail

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

21 Mar 2017

Great spot!

Walking distance to downtown activities / sites. Very close to Frankfort area distilleries. Clean and all the creature comforts have been thoughtfully provided. Actually looked forward to coming back to "The True House" after a day of exploring.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca N.

12 Jan 2017

Super clean, welcoming apartment

Located downtown with access to the local shopping street, running areas, the capital, etc, this cute, super clean accessible apartment was a great place for us to hang our hat.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

11 Nov 2016

Love Love Love!

It was an excellent location with a very homely feel! Will defifinetly book again!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

23 Oct 2016

Attention to detail

This was such a lovely apartment. There was nothing forgotten. On top of having all your primary needs meet in terms of kitchen, bath, and living space they also had little things like bag chairs, q-tips, makeup remover and toiletries. It literally felt like home. Everything was super clean and comfortable. My only complaint would be the bed, it was too firm. With that said, im really picky and I'm used to my sleep number bed. It would not sway me from staying again. It was a great location. We were able to walk most places downtown and was capitivated by historic downtown. All the local businesses and locals we talked with, were beyond kind and helpful. Was a wonderful, low key and relaxing stay. Would highly recommend staying in the True house!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016

About the host

Hosted by Leslie and Rene' True

Rene’ and Leslie True are life long residents of Central Kentucky and live only minutes away from the vacation suite. The couple has been married for over 20 years and they have three children. Both are retired from Kentucky state government. The couple both now stay busy with second careers in real estate related businesses, including three vacation rentals.

Why they chose this property

The apartment is within 2-3 blocks of several restaurants and bars. Restaurants in Downtown Frankfort include: Bourbon on Main, Goodwood Brewery, Main Street Diner, Serfini, Mi Fiesta, Brown Barrel, Mortimer Bibb, Brick Alley, Howser Tavern, Kentucky Coffeetree Cafe, and Sub Pub. Locals Food Hub & Pizza Pub and Limewater are both a short 15 minute walk from downtown area. Two coffee houses downtown are the Engine House and Kentucky Coffeetree Cafe. B's Bakery is in downtown with Poppy's Bakery a 15 minute walk. Sig Luscher Brewery is about 100 yards from the apartment. Several other bars and brew pubs are located downtown with The Cooperage Bar, POURter's, House of Commons: A Bourbon Library, Blind Harry's, Dicey Riley's Irish Pub, Capital Cellars Bar & Liquor Store, the aforementioned restaurants and others.

As the Capital of Kentucky, Frankfort has several historic properties and museums downtown. The Kentucky History Museum and the Capital City Museum are two blocks away from the apartment and the Kentucky Military Museum is about four blocks away. The State Capitol Building and Governor's Mansion are 1 mile away. Two distilleries, Buffalo Trace and J. Mattingly 1845 are with 1.5 miles. The Kentucky River is about a 5 minute walk from the property.
For more information on area attractions, local history, food & entertainment and other useful information, see the Visit Frankfort website at: www.visitfrankfort.com or walk to the visitor center at 300 St. Clair Street.

What makes this property unique

Guests enjoy walking accessibility to restaurants and entertainment afforded in downtown Frankfort, while experiencing the Capital City’s small town laidback ambience. The private porch and patio area is a bonus! All at an affordable price!