Historic Horse & Bourbon ~ 2.5 miles from Buffalo Trace

Pour a glass and stay awhile at Horse & Bourbon, an 1880s Victorian gem in South Frankfort’s historic district. Enjoy Tempur-Pedic luxury, a curated coffee bar, and comfortable workspaces wrapped in authentic Kentucky charm. Located minutes from Buffalo Trace and world-famous horse farms, it’s the perfect base for bourbon trails and thoroughbred adventures.

About this space

Buffalo Trace Distillery – 2.5 miles / 8 minutes
Castle & Key – 9 miles / 15 minutes
Keeneland & Lexington Horse Country – 30 miles / 35 minutes
Four Roses, Woodford, & Wild Turkey – 20–30 minutes
Kentucky State Capitol & Downtown Frankfort – walking distance

Tucked inside an 1880s Victorian approved for both State and Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits, this fully restored home blends Gilded Age character with Ritz-level comfort. Every detail nods to Kentucky’s twin passions—horses and bourbon—from curated art to custom barrel décor.

The Space

Sleep well. Tempur-Pedic® mattresses with OEKO-TEX® certified fabrics.
Work—or unwind—in style. Two executive workstations with dual monitors, docks, and professional desk chairs.
Start your day right. Premium coffee bar with iced coffee option and complimentary pods.
Set the mood. A Sonos Bluetooth speaker lets you fill the home with your favorite music from bluegrass mornings to jazz-filled nights.
Cook or dine in. Chef’s kitchen with Café appliances and All-Clad cookware.
Relax in comfort. Designer furnishings, rich bourbon tones, and preserved historic details.

Guest Access

Full access to the entire home and backyard.
Free parking steps from the entrance.

Other Things to Note

Historic home—renovation approved by the Kentucky Heritage Council and the National Park Service.
High-speed WiFi (500 Mbps) • Laundry with detergent & fabric softener • Fire extinguisher on main and second floor

Whether you’re here to tour distilleries, visit nearby horse farms, or simply unwind in quiet luxury, Horse & Bourbon invites you to slow down, sip something smooth, and stay awhile.

Nearby

Bourbon Distilleries

Buffalo Trace Distillery – 1.9 miles / 5 minutes
Castle & Key Distillery (Millville) – 6.7 miles / 14 minutes
Four Roses (Lawrenceburg) – 18 miles / 24 minutes
Wild Turkey (Lawrenceburg) – 16 miles / 24 minutes
Woodford Reserve (Versailles) – 11 miles / 19 minutes
Whiskey Thief (Graefenburg) – 8.9 miles / 16 minutes
Bulleit Distilling (Shelbyville) – 20 miles / 28 minutes
Jeptha Creed (Shelbyville) – 25 miles / 29 minutes

Wineries

Lovers Leap Vineyards – 9 miles / 17 minutes
Prodigy Vineyards & Winery – 9.5 miles / 15 minutes
Equus Run Vineyards – 17 miles / 24 minutes
Rising Sons Home Farm Winery – 10.5 miles / 14 minutes

Horse Attractions

Keeneland Racecourse (Lexington) – 21 miles / 35 minutes
Godolphin's Gainsborough Farm - 10 miles
Winstar Farm - 19 miles
Coolmore Ashford Stud - 11 miles
Jonabell Farms - 25 miles
Kentucky Horse Park - 22 miles
Whispering Woods Riding Stable - 27 miles
Spendthrift Farm - 28 miles
Claiborne Farm - 37 miles
Taylor Made Farm - 38 miles
Hill 'n' Dale Farms - 44 miles
Churchill Downs - 55 miles

Local Attractions

Downtown Frankfort shops & dining – 0.6 miles / 2 minutes
Kentucky State Capitol – 0.7 miles / 3 minutes
Rebecca Ruth Candy Museum – 1.5 miles / 4 minutes
The Kentucky Castle – 21 miles / 27 minutes
University of Kentucky – 29 miles / 38 minutes

Airports

Lexington (Blue Grass Airport) – 27 miles / 32 minutes
Louisville (Muhammad Ali Int’l) – 55 miles / 55 minutes
Cincinnati (Cincinnati/Kentucky Airport) – 75 miles / 86 minutes