5 Br Private Vacation Home Vacation Rental In New Albany, Indiana

Summary:

The Sapphire House is a fully restored 1929 historic Victorian — 3,300 sq ft of character, comfort, and room for up to 11 guests in the heart of New Albany, Indiana. Minutes from downtown Louisville, Churchill Downs, and 15+ Bourbon Trail distilleries, this is your base for the Kentucky Derby, Bourbon & Beyond, or any adventure in the Louisville metro area.
The Space:

Enjoy a home away from home where old-time charm meets modern convenience. You'll find beautiful millwork, hardwood flooring, and classic Victorian touches throughout. Each room is carefully designed to combine comfort, convenience, and artistry to meet your needs and enliven your soul.
Here's a taste of what to expect in each space:
Entry:

-Grand staircase

-Coat, hat, and umbrella stand

-Shoe rack

-Hardwood floor
Living Room:

-Perfect hangout space for conversation, reading, and games

-Abundant natural light

-Decorative fireplace

-Stocked with games our family loves that we think would be easy for your group to learn and enjoy.

-Candle lights on remote control for setting the mood

-Ceiling fan

-Harwood floor
Lounge:

-65" Smart TV that's set for streaming

-Shuffleboard

-Reading light

-Hardwood floor
Kitchen:

-Fully-remodeled and fully-equipped for your enjoyment and convenience

-Breakfast bar with designer stools

-Refrigerator with bottom-drawer freezer

-Gas cooktop, oven, and microwave

-Full set of nonstick pots and pans

-Baking sheets

-Dishwasher

-Coffee, tea, creamer, and sweetener provided

-Combination Keurig and drip coffee maker

-Milk frother

-Tea kettle

-Salt, pepper, spices, and cooking oils provided

-Popcorn and popcorn maker

-Small appliances: toaster, hand mixer, blender

-Bourbon glasses

-Plastic dishes for kids

-Labeled drawers and cabinets to make everything easy to find

-Door to backyard, parking, and outdoor seating area with firepit
Bedroom 1:

-Comfortable king bed

-50" Smart TV that's ready for streaming - swivel-mounted so you can get the perfect watching angle

-Desk

-Dresser

-Full-length mirror

-2 Closets

-Reading chair

-2 USB charging ports

-Ceiling fan

-Blackout curtains
Bedroom 2:

-Comfortable king bed

-50" Smart TV that's ready for streaming - swivel-mounted so you can get the perfect watching angle

-Bay window with full-length window seat

-2 USB charging ports

-Ceiling fan

-Blackout curtains
Bedroom 3:

-Comfortable king bed

-50" Smart TV that's ready for streaming - swivel-mounted so you can get the perfect watching angle

-Reading chair

-Reading light

-Closet

-2 USB charging ports

-Ceiling fan

-Blackout curtains
Bedroom 4:

-Comfortable twin bed (top bunk)

-Comfortable full bed (bottom bunk)

-Comfortable twin bed (trundle)

-Air hockey table with digital score counter

-Bean bag chair

-Ceiling fan

-Blackout curtains
Bedroom 5:

-En-suite bathroom

-Comfortable king bed

-50" Smart TV that's ready for streaming - swivel-mounted so you can get the perfect watching angle

-2 Reading chairs

-Walk-in closet

-Split-system heat and cooling that's separate from the rest of the house

-2 USB charging ports

-Recessed lights

-Vaulted ceilings

-Dormer windows

-Blackout curtains
Bathrooms:

-1/2 Bath downstairs adjoining kitchen and laundry rooms

-3/4 Bath on second floor

-Full bath on third floor (en-suite with bedroom 5)

-Fully-remodeled and spacious

-Hand soap, hand lotion, body wash, shampoo, and conditioner provided

-Hair dryer in every bathroom

-Makeup remover towels and q-tips provided
Outdoor seating area

-10 Adirondack chairs

-Propane firepit
Laundry Room:

-Washing machine (detergent pods provided)

-Dryer (antistatic sheets provided)

-Cordless floor vacuum

-Cordless hand vacuum

-Ironing board

-Iron

-Hangers

-2 Hamper baskets

-Extra towels and rags

-Spin mop

-Broom and dustpan
Guest Access:

The house is exclusively yours, except one closet and the cellar which are locked. So relax, unwind, and make yourself at home.
Other than the already mentioned amenities, our home is also equipped with:
✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi

✔ Self Check-In (Smartlock)

✔ Air Conditioning

✔ Heating

✔ Washer/Dryer

✔ Free Parking
The Neighborhood:

This part of New Albany is filled with historic homes and buildings, tree-lined streets, and beautiful trees. You can easily reach a variety of attractions in New Albany and Louisville with a short drive. Here are some highlights and how far they are from the house:
Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 12.3 Miles
Major Event Locations:

· Churchill Downs - Iconic equestrian racetrack and site of the Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Derby museum - 11.4 Miles

· Valhalla Golf Club - Site of the 2024 PGA Tour - 23.7 Miles

· Highland Festival Ground - Site of Bourbon and Beyond music, food, and bourbon festival. Site of Louder than Life music festival. - 12.2 Miles

· Kentucky International Convention Center - 6.3 Miles

· Kentucky Exposition Center - 10.5 Miles

· Broadbent Arena - 11.0 Miles

· New Albany Riverfront Amphitheater and skate park - 1.0 Miles
Distilleries on the Bourbon Trail:

· Distillery 64 - food and drinks - 0.5 Miles

· Michter's Fort Nelson - 5.9 Miles

· Kentucky Peerless - 5.9 Miles

· Evan Williams Bourbon - 6.4 Miles

· Whiskey Row - 7.1 Miles

· Old Forester - 7.1 Miles

· Angels Envy - 7.2 Miles

· Brough Brothers - 7.5 Miles

· Copper & Kings - 7.6 Miles

· Rabbit Hole - 8.2 Miles

· Stitzel-Weller - 9.0 Miles

· These are just a few. There many more in the area.
Restaurants:

· White Castle - 0.4 Miles

· Rally's - O.4 Miles

· Agave and Rye - seriously epic tacos and drinks - 0.8 Miles

· Vic's Cafe - 0.8 Miles

· Lady Tron's - 0.8 Miles

· Brooklyn and the Butcher - 0.8 Miles

· Bella Roma - 0.8 Miles

· Toast on Market - 0.8 Miles

· Aladdin's Mediterranean & Middle Eastern Cuisine - 0.9 Miles

· Parlour Pizza - 1.0 Miles

· The Exchange Pub and Kitchen - great food and vibes - 1.1 Miles

· Dragon King's Daughter - 1.1 Miles
New Albany Attractions:

· Carnegie Center for Art History - O.7 miles

· Recbar - arcade games, beers, bourbons, and food - 0.8 Miles

· New Albany's Market Street shops and restaurants - 0.9 Miles

· Ohio River Greenway Drive - scenic drive along the Ohio River - 1.0 Miles
·Louisville Attractions:

· Shawnee Golf Course - 3.9 Miles

· Big Four Bridge - 5.4 Miles

· Kentucky Science Center - 6.6 Miles

· Belle of Louisville Riverboats - Take a ride on the oldest operating Mississippi-style river boat - 6.7 Miles

· Muhammad Ali Center - exhibits recounting the life of the famous boxing icon and activist - 6.9 Miles

· NULU - 7.5 Miles

· Thomas Edison House - 8.0 Miles

· Old Louisville - 8.1 Miles

· Colonel Sanders Museum - 14.1 Miles

· Louisville Zoo - 14.3 Miles
Other Attractions in the Area:

· Indiana Caverns - Walking tours, escape room, and rides - 24.1 Miles

· Marengo Cave, U.S. National Natural Landmark - Cave tours, gemstone mining, pedal karting, mega maze, and mini glow putt putt golf - 31.4 Miles
Upcoming Events:

NuLu Bock Beer Fest - 03/01/26-03/31/26

​Tailspin Ale Fest - 03/07/26-03/07/26
​Kentucky Derby Festival (core week) - 04/25/26-05/02/26

​Opening Night at Churchill Downs - 04/25/26-04/25/26

​Dawn at the Downs - 04/26/26-04/27/26

​502’s Day - 04/28/26-04/28/26

​Winsday - 04/29/26-04/29/26

​Thurby - 04/30/26-04/30/26

​Churchill Downs: Kentucky Oaks - 05/01/26-05/01/26

​Churchill Downs: Kentucky Derby - 05/02/26-05/02/26

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Thunder Over Louisville - 04/18/26-04/18/26

​Waterfront Wednesday (monthly series) - 04/22/26-09/23/26

​Cherokee Triangle Art Fair - 04/01/26-04/30/26

​Buy Local Fair - 04/01/26-06/30/26

​Abbey Road on the River - 05/01/26-05/31/26

​Ali Festival - 06/01/26-06/30/26

Kentuckiana Pride Festival - 06/01/26-06/30/26

Kentucky Craft Bash - 06/01/26-08/31/26

Kentucky Shakespeare Festival - 06/01/26-08/31/26

Waterfront Independence Festival - 07/03/26-07/04/26

Kentucky State Fair (KY Expo Center) - 08/20/26-08/30/26

​World Championship Horse Show (KY State Fairgrounds) - 08/20/26-08/30/26

​WorldFest - 09/01/26-09/07/26

​NuLu Festival - 09/01/26-09/30/26

​Louder Than Life (Highland Festival Grounds) - 09/17/26-09/20/26

​Bourbon & Beyond (Highland Festival Grounds) - 09/24/26-09/27/26

​St. James Court Art Show - 10/01/26-10/31/26

​Jack O’ Lantern Spectacular (Iroquois Park) - 10/01/26-10/31/26

​Boo at the Zoo (Louisville Zoo) - 10/01/26-10/31/26

​Urban Bourbon Half Marathon - 10/01/26-10/31/26

​North American International Livestock Exposition & Championship Rodeo (KY Expo Center) - 11/01/26-11/30/26

​Christmas Gifts and Décor Show (KY Expo Center) - 12/01/26-12/31/26
Getting Around:

You can park two cars in the front driveway to the left of the house. You can also follow the alley off of 11th St. or 13th St. to park in the back driveway. You can park two more cars on the back driveway. The neighbors prefer that guests park onsite before using the street parking in front of the house. Street parking is also available throughout New Albany. In Louisville, parking arrangements vary. Also, there is a toll bridge between New Albany and Louisville, so it can be helpful to get a pass during your stay.
Interaction with Guests:

We'll message you regularly, and you can contact us easily if you need anything.

New Albany is home to this vacation home. Louisville Slugger Museum and KFC Yum Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Kentucky Kingdom and Louisville Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Churchill Downs or L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium.