HeatedPool~Sauna~ 2 HotTubs ~16 beds ~ Sleeps 25

Entire home in Shelbyville, Kentucky

  1. 16+ guests
  2. 7 bedrooms
  3. 16 beds
  4. 4.5 baths
Hosted by Raga
  1. Superhost
  2. 9 months hosting

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Top 5% of homes

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In Shelbyville's Bluegrass countryside

Set on rolling Kentucky countryside in Shelbyville, a home base for Bourbon Trail tours

Private pool, hot tubs, and sauna

A heated pool, two hot tubs, a barrel sauna, and an outdoor shower on a private terrace

Consistently top-rated across the board

A 5.0 overall rating across 23 reviews, with top marks for accuracy and communication
🏠 𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐃𝐎𝐖𝐍𝐒 🏠—KY luxury reimagined for big groups! Step into our recognized estate, explore our unrivaled amenities, and get ready to book your ultimate Bluegrass getaway. 🥃

HIGHLIGHTS:

🏊 Heated Pool & 2 Hot Tubs
🚿 outdoor shower
🧖 Barrel sauna
🔥Fire pit
🛏️ no bunks
🍿Cinema
🎤Karaoke
🎮Poker , Arcade & PS5 lounge
💅 Glam Suite
🧺3 dishwashers, dual laundry, and Starlink

The ultimate home base for Bourbon Trail tours, reunions & retreats.

The space
𝙒𝙚𝙡𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙤 🏠𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐃𝐎𝐖𝐍𝐒🏠

Set on the lush, rolling countryside of Shelbyville, we invite you to experience Kentucky's finest traditions — reimagined for the modern traveler. We are not just a stay; we are a recognized Kentucky estate, and we have built a truly unique lifestyle around our name.

We curated our property specifically for big groups to eliminate every travel bottleneck, designing your seamless escape from start to finish. We have so much more story to tell, and we invite you to step into the world of Eminence Downs—get ready for your ultimate getaway with us.


⚜️ 𝘾𝙐𝙍𝘼𝙏𝙀𝘿 𝙁𝙊𝙍 𝙇𝘼𝙍𝙂𝙀 𝙂𝙍𝙊𝙐𝙋𝙎⚜️

Meticulously curated to host large groups effortlessly, this estate comfortably sleeps 21 adults with dedicated space for each guest, and can accommodate even more with a mix of adults and children. Whether you are planning a corporate retreat, a multi-family reunion, or a wedding party, our high-capacity infrastructure ensures a seamless stay. Simply contact us with your exact group size so we can tailor the accommodations to your needs, keeping in mind that extra guest fees may apply for groups larger than 21. While standard large events are not permitted, we gladly welcome intimate gatherings upon request, which are subject to special event rates.


⚜️ 𝙕𝙀𝙍𝙊-𝘽𝙊𝙏𝙏𝙇𝙀𝙉𝙀𝘾𝙆 𝙆𝙄𝙏𝘾𝙃𝙀𝙉⚜️

➤Newly remodeled and fully equipped for large groups. We feature 2 dishwashers in the main kitchen and a 3rd dishwasher in the kitchenette so you never have to worry about the cleanup. An abundance of utensils and cookware is provided for your largest feasts.

⚜️𝘿𝙐𝘼𝙇 𝙇𝘼𝙐𝙉𝘿𝙍𝙔 𝙎𝙐𝙄𝙏𝙀⚜️

➤Two washers and two dryers allow your group to refresh towels and clothing in half the time. No more waiting in line for the dryer.🧺👕

⚜️ 𝙃𝙄𝙂𝙃-𝙎𝙋𝙀𝙀𝘿 𝘾𝙊𝙉𝙉𝙀𝘾𝙏𝙄𝙑𝙄𝙏𝙔⚜️

➤Stay connected with high-speed Starlink Internet, perfect for remote work, large video conferences, or seamless 4K streaming.⚡🛰️

⚜️𝘼𝘿𝙐𝙇𝙏 𝘾𝙊𝙈𝙁𝙊𝙍𝙏: 16 𝘽𝙀𝘿𝙎 (𝙕𝙀𝙍𝙊 𝘽𝙐𝙉𝙆𝙎)⚜️

Prioritizing rest and quality, our estate features 16 actual beds—with a strict "no bunk beds" policy—to ensure a premium experience for up to 21 guests. For larger groups, we offer additional flexibility with numerous oversized couches and designer sofas positioned throughout the common areas of the house.

📩 Traveling with a larger party? Please enquire with the host for more details on how we can best accommodate your specific group size and needs. Extra guest fee per night apply.


⚜️ 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙂𝙇𝘼𝙈𝙊𝙐𝙍 𝙎𝙐𝙄𝙏𝙀⚜️

➤A dedicated, mirrored suite designed specifically for the ladies in your group. This professionally styled space offers plenty of room for hair, makeup, and dressing for the Derby or a wedding in total comfort.💃💅


⚜️ 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙀𝙉𝙏𝙀𝙍𝙏𝘼𝙄𝙉𝙈𝙀𝙉𝙏 𝙒𝙄𝙉𝙂⚜️


The lower level and bonus rooms are a private playground designed for all ages

➤𝕻𝖗𝖎𝖛𝖆𝖙𝖊 𝖙𝖍𝖊𝖆𝖙𝖗𝖊: Plush seating for an authentic, immersive movie-theater experience. 🍿

➤𝕲𝖆𝖒𝖎𝖓𝖌 𝖑𝖔𝖚𝖓𝖌𝖊: Fuel some friendly competition with a professional pool table, shuffleboard, table tennis, dartboard, and retro arcade cabinets. 🎱

➤𝕴𝖓𝖙𝖊𝖗𝖆𝖈𝖙𝖎𝖛𝖊 𝕱𝖚𝖓: Host a karaoke night, run a poker tournament, or dive into our extensive board game collection. 🎤

➤𝕻𝕾5 𝕽𝖊𝖙𝖗𝖊𝖆𝖙 A dedicated gaming lounge featuring a PlayStation 5 and two dual-sense wireless controllers. 🎮

⚜️ 𝙊𝙐𝙏𝘿𝙊𝙊𝙍 𝙍𝙀𝙎𝙊𝙍𝙏 𝙇𝙄𝙑𝙄𝙉𝙂 ⚜️

➤𝕿𝖍𝖊 𝕰𝖘𝖙𝖆𝖙𝖊 𝕻𝖔𝖔𝖑 : Immerse yourself in our expansive 16' x 38' Fiberglass pool, framed by a sprawling designer paver terrace. (Note: Seasonal from early April to October. Pool heating included for the stays in June/July/August/September 2027). 🏊‍♂️

➤𝕿𝖍𝖊 𝕾𝖕𝖆 & 𝖂𝖊𝖑𝖑𝖓𝖊𝖘𝖘 𝕮𝖎𝖗𝖈𝖚𝖎𝖙: Elevate your retreat in our authentic barrel sauna, enjoy a refreshing rinse in the open-air shower, and unwind in dual side-by-side hot tubs beneath a custom pergola—ensuring your entire group can soak together. 🧖‍♂️

➤𝕱𝖎𝖗𝖊 & 𝕰𝖓𝖙𝖊𝖗𝖙𝖆𝖎𝖓𝖒𝖊𝖓𝖙 : Swap stories around the sophisticated propane fireplace or the rustic wood-burning fire pit. You can also set up the available outdoor projector and screen for movie nights under the stars. 🔥

➤ 𝕬𝖑𝖋𝖗𝖊𝖘𝖈𝖔 𝕯𝖎𝖓𝖎𝖓𝖌: Expansive outdoor seating intentionally designed so all 21 guests can gather for golden hour toasts and sunset meals on the terrace. 🍽️

➤ We’ve doubled the luxury with two side-by-side hot tubs, ensuring your entire group can soak together without the wait. This dual setup is to give ultimate peace of mind: by having two units, which helps to make sure one unit is always available in case of repair or maintainace of other.


⚜️ 𝙇𝙊𝘾𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉: 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙃𝙀𝘼𝙍𝙏 𝙊𝙁 𝘽𝙇𝙐𝙀𝙂𝙍𝘼𝙎𝙎 ⚜️

Located in Shelbyville, the Saddlebred Capital of the World, you are minutes away from the best of Kentucky:


✨ 𝙂𝙐𝙀𝙎𝙏 𝙍𝙐𝙇𝙀𝙎, 𝙎𝘼𝙁𝙀𝙏𝙔 & 𝘼𝙈𝙀𝙉𝙄𝙏𝙄𝙀𝙎 ✨

➤ℕ𝕠 𝕊𝕞𝕠𝕜𝕚𝕟𝕘of any kind inside the house and on the decks/patios. Any violation of this policy requires guest to pay a $1000 Ozone Fee per occurrence.

➤𝕀𝕟𝕥𝕚𝕞𝕒𝕥𝕖 𝕡𝕒𝕣𝕥𝕚𝕖𝕤 𝕒𝕣𝕖 𝕒𝕝𝕝𝕠𝕨𝕖𝕕, 𝕓𝕦𝕥 𝕕𝕚𝕗𝕗𝕖𝕣𝕖𝕟𝕥 𝕣𝕒𝕥𝕖𝕤 𝕒𝕟𝕕 𝕣𝕦𝕝𝕖𝕤 𝕒𝕡𝕡𝕝𝕪. Please contact us in advance.

➤Parking: Ample space available.

➤Pool & Spa: For your safety, 𝕗𝕠𝕠𝕕 𝕒𝕟𝕕 𝕘𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤 𝕒𝕣𝕖 𝕤𝕥𝕣𝕚𝕔𝕥𝕝𝕪 𝕡𝕣𝕠𝕙𝕚𝕓𝕚𝕥𝕖𝕕 𝕚𝕟 𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕖𝕣.We recommend guests refrain from hot tub use if pregnant or consuming alcohol. Use of all amenities is at your own risk.

➤During the off-season, 𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝕡𝕠𝕠𝕝 𝕚𝕤 𝕔𝕝𝕠𝕤𝕖𝕕 𝕒𝕟𝕕 𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝕠𝕦𝕥𝕕𝕠𝕠𝕣 𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕟𝕘𝕖𝕣𝕤 𝕒𝕣𝕖 𝕞𝕠𝕧𝕖𝕕 𝕚𝕟𝕥𝕠 𝕨𝕚𝕟𝕥𝕖𝕣 𝕤𝕥𝕠𝕣𝕒𝕘𝕖 to ensure they are perfect for the summer months

➤𝕊𝕖𝕔𝕦𝕣𝕚𝕥𝕪: To ensure total peace of mind, the manor’s exterior is monitored by a Ring doorbell and floodlight camera( above garage). For guest safety, a camera also monitors the pool perimeter, though it is never used to observe guests directly and is not actively monitored during your stay. All recordings are securely stored and deleted post-departure in strict adherence to platform privacy policies and applicable local , state and federal regulations.

➤Travel Protection: We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect against unforeseen weather or changes in plans.

➤Country Living & Harmless Visitors:
As we are nestled in the heart of the Kentucky countryside, you may encounter seasonal ladybugs or other native insects during your stay. While we maintain a rigorous and monthly professional pest treatments, our expert team confirms that these harmless visitors are a natural part of the rural landscape and can never be 100% eliminated, especially during seasonal shifts. These insects are completely safe and a standard part of authentic Bluegrass living, and we appreciate your understanding of our beautiful rural setting.

➤To comply with insurance requirements, guests are required to complete ID verification and sign a rental agreement. Must be completed in 72 hours of booking confirmation to avoid cancellation


➤➤𝙃𝙊𝙏 𝙏𝙐𝘽 𝙍𝙐𝙇𝙀𝙎

• Guests under 18 are not permitted in the hot tubs without constant adult supervision.
• You must shower before entering hot tub
• No glass in or around hot tub
• Consult your physician before entering hot tub
• No lifeguard on duty. Enter at your own risk
• Turn lights off and cover hot tub when done. Clips must be attached or lid will blow off.
• No sunscreen, self tanner, sweat, or any creams can be on your body when entering hot tub
• if you don't follow these rules and hot tub must be drained you will be charged $250 for drain and clean.
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🏠 QUICK-REFERENCE BEDDING LIST

➤ Primary Suite (Bedroom 1): 1 King Bed + 1 Twin Daybed with Hideaway Trundle

➤ For Kids: One Pack ‘n Play, high chair, and several kid-friendly plates & cups ware available to ensure the little ones are comfy.

➤ Guest Suite (Bedroom 2): 1 King Bed + 1 Twin Daybed

➤ Deluxe King (Bedroom 3): 1 King Bed

➤ Deluxe King (Bedroom 4): 1 King Bed

➤ Twin Suite (Bedroom 5): 2 Twin Beds + 1 Premium Twin Futon

➤ Queen Suite (Bedroom 6): 1 Queen Bed + 1 Twin Daybed

➤ Cozy Single (Bedroom 7): 1 Twin Daybed

➤ The Loft: 2 Twin Daybeds with Hideaway Trundles (4 Twin Beds total)

➤➤Total Bed Count: 16 High-Comfort Beds (including premium trundles)

➤ Extra Capacity: Multiple designer sofas and oversized couches located throughout the estate for flexible guest arrangements.

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𝙁𝙪𝙡𝙡 𝙋𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙀𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝘼𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨: █▓▒▒░░░𝙂𝙪𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙨 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙚𝙭𝙘𝙡𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙫𝙚, 𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙖𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙥𝙤𝙤𝙡, 𝙝𝙤𝙩𝙪𝙗, 𝙨𝙖𝙪𝙣𝙖, 𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙞𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙮𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙖.░░░▒▒▓█

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Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
Private outdoor pool - available seasonally, open 24 hours, heated, pool cover, pool toys

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 24 reviews.

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Where you’ll be

Shelbyville, Kentucky, United States
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Meet your host

Superhost
24 reviews
5.0 out of 5 average rating
9 months of hosting
Born in the 90s
My work: Parent to 2 kids
Relax, you’re in good hands! Eminence Downs is a family-operated estate dedicated to making your vacation the best one yet. My wife and I, along with our two daughters and two dogs, built this space specifically to take the stress out of big group travel. Look up the Eminence Downs estate to explore our full story. Whether you’re exploring the Bluegrass sights or lounging by the pool, we’re thrilled to host you!

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