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Parris on Main - Perfect for downtown Shelbyville, Bourbon Trail, and the Derby

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Interior
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Smart TV, video games, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Shelbyville, KY
  • Place, Shelby County Community Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Clear Creek Tennis Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kentucky Exposition Center
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Parris on Main - Perfect for downtown Shelbyville, Bourbon Trail, and the Derby

About this space
Parris on Main Street is the perfect location to enjoy the historic town of Shelbyville and, a few blocks walking distance to many antique shops, local coffee houses and great locations to grab a bite to eat.

Newly renovated, built in 1942, this house is perfect for a family or group of friends wanting to experience the wonderful places Kentucky has to offer. Right in the middle the Bourbon Trail and about 30 minutes from Churchill Downs

The space -
This house features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms plus an additional sleep room off the sun-room in the second bedroom.

The master bedroom is a dream! Complete with it's own private sun-room with seating and coffee maker in the back, plus a private bathroom with a brand new large walk-in shower.


Guest access
Front door has keypad - guests will be sent code before arrival.

The house is located right there in the heart of downtown on Main Street, with a private driveway and parking in the back of the house.

Other things to note -
While we have preserved the originality of the home including gorgeous hardwood throughout. We have added new modifications and modern appliances for a more comfortable stay.

Also the house has an air mattress with sheets, as well as a pack n play.



Please enjoy your stay. You have full access to the home and all the amenities! We appreciate privacy and want to make sure you have the same. However, we are a phone call away if there are any issues.

Hulu is setup on the TV - Parris on Main Guest; please enjoy

Any food/drink in the house is fair game - help yourself.

Check out - we do not require any special cleaning as you pay for that luxury. If you would like to start the dishwasher or laundry on the way out, that would be great, but 100% optional.
Features at this vacation home include laundry facilities. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 31.4 mi (50.6 km) from Kentucky Exposition Center and 27.2 mi (43.8 km) from Buffalo Trace Distillery
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Parris on Main - Perfect for downtown Shelbyville, Bourbon Trail, and the Derby Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location. Enjoyed our stay. Would use this location again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully restored home with everything you'd have at your own home. Owners were very helpful suggesting places to eat.Perfectly located to visit the distilleries.I'd enjoy staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great, had everything we needed. Nice walk to historic district and some restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tom F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good accommodations. Has everything needed for a comfortable stay. Good central location for Louisville and Lexington excursions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a charming Labor Day weekend we had thanks to our stay here! Close toDowntown, comfortable n’ cute lodgings, fantastic shower, nice TV access…high marks for an excellent home overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! The house is quite charming and had everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing girls' trip. Plenty of space and good A/C (we were there in August). Walkable to several shops and restaurants and a short drive to other amenities. Would 100% stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful house, well stocked and clean. Personal touches of pumpkins, candy, decor was so very nice. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect, amenities were awesome, wives didn't want to leave, decor. Was beautiful,games ,we played some poker after a dinner downtown.we visted some distilleries,huge shower,I think I got my steps In at the same time,a perfect 10 and would recommend unless we were in town again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey P.

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

Great Spot!

Great little spot on the bourbon trail! Would recommend to others!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, lots of commodities, fans in each bedroom. Loved the stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal S.

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

A lovely house

We had a great stay. Good beds and nice layout. Wonderful house and area. Everyone was friendly with great service.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! We had a much needed vacation without our kids and dogs. We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great and the amenities were wonderful. The host always communicated very quickly if we needed anything. The house was in a great location to be able to walk to the downtown shops and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jace h.

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

amazing stay

me and my family stay here while we was visiting and its such a beautiful house it was an amazing stay 10 out of 10 recommend and we will be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frederick D.

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

Shelbyville- Paris on main

This location was great. House worked for us for the week we were in KY for the bourbon trail. Any issue we had while we were there the property owner corrected.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip A.

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

Shelbyville home!

The house felt like we were staying at a family members. With its old charm and well appointed appliances, we couldn’t have asked for more. Perfect location in such a charming town.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

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

Great place

The home was well worth the price. The amenities were good and the home was welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl L.

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

Bourbon Trail Tasting Group

Spent last night of our trip at this vrbo. Was nice to hang out and play cards.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill A.

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

Bourbon trail

Loved our stay at Parris on main.Great house, well stocked. Everyting we needed and more.Great restaurants in shelbyvillle.Bell house and parlay.The house is Well centered to venture out and explore distilleries and wineries. Would absolutely stay at Parris on main again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carol f.

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

So glad to get there

Very nice property in historic neighborhood. Loved everything. Trip got delayed but was insured all was ok. Close to great places to visit. Will keep talking about our trip for a long time. Thank u to Ms. Parris.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

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

Great little Bungalow

We totally enjoyed our stay at Paris on Main. Taylor was great to work with and responded quickly to any communication.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi C.

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

Kentucky horse shopping

Wonderful warm home. Loved all the personal touchs this place had to offer. Location, parking was the best to take in Shelbyville!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith H.

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

Nice Home!!

Great home!! Accurate listing!! Cutr
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda M.

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

Would stay again!

Well done reno! Historical elements were retained while bringing in modern comforts. Dual hvac zones (up & down). Large, accommodating, modern kitchen and farm dining table were perfect for feeding our large group. Beds are comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie L.

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

Great stay

This was our first trip to bourbon country. The location was perfect. Great host that went above and and beyond with little extras. Spices were in cabinet and coffee filters for example. Thanks for making our family getaway great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024