Experiences

The Pillow and Paddock offers an idyllic escape in La Grange, Kentucky, a charming and historic community nestled in Oldham County. Just a short drive northeast of Louisville, our location provides the perfect blend of small-town tranquility and convenient access to urban amenities. Situated gracefully within Kentucky's scenic Outer Bluegrass Region and along the banks of the majestic Ohio River, La Grange is a town rich in history, making The Pillow and Paddock an easily accessible and captivating destination.

Just steps from our front door lies L'Esprit, a premier equestrian community spanning over 5,000 acres. Here, you'll discover scenic beauty, working Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse farms, and magnificent estates dotting the countryside. It's an unparalleled setting for a tranquil and picturesque drive.

To explore everything the area has to offer, check out TOUR OLDHAM COUNTY. Their website features a full list of farm tours, along with many other attractions and activities conveniently located near our B&B.


If you’re interested in exploring the Bourbon Trail, we highly recommend visiting our partner Bourbon Curations. They streamline the planning process with personalized itineraries, book tours on your behalf, and provide expert consultations. Visit their website at BourbonCurations.com.

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Hermitage Farm

Hermitage Farm celebrates Kentucky’s unique agricultural heritage and the signature industries that makes it a place like nowhere else. Experience their renowned thoroughbred operations, sustainable, organic farm-to-table dining, a bourbon experience, and contemporary art—a 19th-century estate reimagined through 21st-century eyes.

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Main Street, La Grange, KY

Visit historic Main Street La Grange with a unique collection of shops, art galleries, eateries and attractions. Up to 30 freight trains a day run right down the center of Main Street, check out the Observation Tour for the best view as they travel by!

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KY BOURBON TRAIL

For more than 200 years, Kentucky's legendary distilleries have crafted the world's finest Bourbons, using secret recipes and a time-honored process passed down from generation to generation. Now you can explore the rich tradition and proud history on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. Plan your adventure to the world's best Bourbons!

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Kentucky Derby and Churchill Downs

The Kentucky Derby horse race is held annually in Louisville, Kentucky, on the first Saturday in May. The competition is a Grade I stakes race for three-year-old Thoroughbreds at a distance of one and a quarter miles at Churchill Downs.

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Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory

Come learn about baseball and how it all changed with the Louisville Slugger. The bat changed the sport and players for the rest of the game. Visit the historic museum and see the worlds biggest baseball bat.

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Louisville Zoo

Want to see some awesome animals up close at the Louisville Zoo. See tons of animals from all over the world, from sloths to zebras to chinchillas. Visit the Louisville Zoo to see and learn up close.

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Hermitage Farm

Hermitage Farm celebrates Kentucky’s unique agricultural heritage and the signature industries that makes it a place like nowhere else. Experience their renowned thoroughbred operations, sustainable, organic farm-to-table dining, a bourbon experience, and contemporary art—a 19th-century estate reimagined through 21st-century eyes.

WEBSITE

Main Street, La Grange, KY

Visit historic Main Street La Grange with a unique collection of shops, art galleries, eateries and attractions. Up to 30 freight trains a day run right down the center of Main Street, check out the Observation Tour for the best view as they travel by!

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