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Country living minutes away from Churchill Downs, Airport, major attractions.

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Dining
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom418 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Charlestown, IN
  • Place, Charlestown State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Charlestown Family Activities Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Woodford Farms Family Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪36 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.

Country living minutes away from Churchill Downs, Airport, major attractions.

Experience Birdsell Castle in Tower #1 With a king bed fit for royalty, large screen tv, guests can enjoy the pleasant ambiance of this unique property. Complete with modern amenities . Your stay will be both comfortable and memorable. Enjoy the introductory lower price on this tower bedroom. The castle is always undergoing maintenance and improvements. Although additional living areas are shared, we are currently only offering one bedroom and Castle is quite large. you will have the ability to explore many areas like the castle dungeon and vampire crypt. We look forward to welcoming you to our place.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Charlestown State Park. You'll find features such as laundry facilities. The holiday home includes amenities such as a kitchen and a Smart TV.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and dining area
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 8 minutes by car from Charlestown State Park and 11 minutes from Charlestown Family Activities Park
Country living minutes away from Churchill Downs, Airport, major attractions. offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 4,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Rules

No climbing towers or walls. Also, please no access to roof areas. Thank you.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No 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
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
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.

Country living minutes away from Churchill Downs, Airport, major attractions. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cari H.

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

Highly Recommend!!!

So glad we went here for our mini getaway! Definitely a unique place to stay. Room was great and we got to tour other areas in and around the castle. David is a great host and we enjoyed talking with him! Going to try and make it back up for the festival this fall.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you love the unusual, this is your place! Great “castle” experience and the beauty of southern Indiana horse country! Unique venue close to all the attractions Louisville, KY has to offer and a beautiful, pastoral setting too. The host was very friendly and made us feel welcomed and at home. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Vaughn M.

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

An enjoyable stay

The atmosphere is awesome if you like the medieval effect. It can be intimidating if you're more into elegant luxury or shy. The rooms were clean had electricity and the hosts were great. The bed was very large and comfortable. There are many areas to explore on the large property. Some areas are under renovation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen Y.

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

Amazing experience

Birdsell Castle exceeded all expectations we had. So much detail had been put into this castle. We were beyond mesmerized. It is very much a labor of love. David, Aaron & Jill are good people. They are so kind and very accommodating. We can’t wait to return in the warmer season and experience the festivities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsieh G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Royal Retreat Worthy of a Storybook Stay My boyfriend and I had the absolute pleasure of staying at this one-of-a-kind castle, and from the moment we arrived, we could see the vision. David, our host, was a fountain of knowledge—thoughtful, engaging, and never overwhelming. His passion for the property shines through in every detail.We explored the dungeon (yes, a dungeon), which was surprisingly fun and atmospheric—though it might be a bit intense for the faint of heart. The beer garden was a personal favorite: relaxed, charming, and perfect for unwinding after a day of adventuring. Our room was spotless and cozy, with just the right balance of medieval flair and modern comfort.What truly made the experience magical was the freedom we felt. We had full reign over the kingdom and could come and go with ease, which was especially appreciated as we juggled our itinerary for my Grammy’s birthday. It felt like stepping into a fairytale—but with WiFi and great hospitality.We’re already dreaming about our next visit and can’t wait to see how this enchanting place continues to grow. If you’re looking for a stay that’s memorable, immersive, and just a little bit legendary—this is it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francesco C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good times. Cool place. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026