Title: Historic House with Gardens Near Universities & Downtown Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Historic House with Gardens Near Universities & Downtown Holiday home in Lexington with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36010000/36007700/36007673/w564h849x1y1-d01438da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36010000/36007700/36007673/w849h564x1y1-b11067c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36010000/36007700/36007673/w849h564x1y1-0d6abbeb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36010000/36007700/36007673/w849h564x1y1-5fa461c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36010000/36007700/36007673/w571h839x1y0-076e3d4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In one of Lexington's most beautiful neighborhoods, McDowell House is an exquisitely restored historic residence offering a tranquil retreat. Unwind in the charming eat-in kitchen with Virginia soapstone counters, explore the sunny library, or lounge on porches that wrap around the house. Enjoy luminous colors and period carpets throughout rooms filled with art. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms3500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Gym - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Historic House with Gardens Near Universities & Downtown McDowell House offers the unusual opportunity to stay in an exquisitely restored historic residence in one of Lexington's most beautiful neighborhoods. Surrounded by other 19th-century properties, the house sits just blocks from Washington & Lee, VMI, and downtown's restaurants and shops. A deep front lawn and tranquil gardens provide quiet and privacy. McDowell House sleeps 6 guests--or up to 10, when combined with the property's 3rd floor apartment, McDowell Studio (VRBO #339861). Combined bookings receive a special rate. All beds have high-quality mattresses, silky all-cotton linens, and hypoallergenic duvets. McDowell House's charming 1st-floor Garden Bedroom features a tall-post double bed and a window overlooking the secluded rear garden. An adjoining tiled bathroom retains its original marble sink and claw-footed tub, but with shower mounted above. On the 2nd floor, the West Bedroom has a queen-sized brass bed and tall windows on 3 sides. The Turret Bedroom features an elegant pair of antique brass twin beds and its own little circular porch overlooking the front lawn and mountains beyond. Two well-appointed bathrooms serve these bedrooms: a marble-floored bathroom next door with tiled shower and claw-footed tub and the house's original bathroom, on the same floor, which contains a tiled shower. Guests may use a rowing machine located on the 2nd-floor porch and a vibration platform located in the 2nd-floor conservatory. McDowell House has an amazing eat-in kitchen with original wainscot, Virginia soapstone counters, and state-of-the art appliances--from restaurant-grade gas stove to espresso maker. With windows overlooking both rear and side gardens, it's the perfect place to enjoy cooking--or eating--local vegetables, meats, breads, and cheeses. Glassware, china, flatware, and serving pieces make dining or enjoying take-out easy and fun. McDowell House is a magical place to spend time with friends and family. A large, airy parlor with tall windows opens into the generous dining room, via sliding doors. The sunny library provides comfortable space for reading, working, watching television, or catching up on the day's activities. Rooms feature luminous colors and period carpets, wallpapers, and curtains. Art covers the walls, as it did in the 1890s. Musical guests love playing the c.1890 ebonized Knabe piano in the handsome 1st-floor hall. Visitors also enjoy lounging on the porches that wrap the house. In the back garden's rock-lined pool, waterlilies bloom all summer. A round table and chairs sit on a stone terrace, surrounded by lush Japanese maples and evergreens, ferns, and native woodland plants. McDowell House provides a quiet refuge--and a perfect base for visiting Washington & Lee and VMI, exploring scenic Rockbridge County, and enjoying Lexington's vibrant downtown. Keywords: historic property, residence, villa, self-catering house ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Espresso maker - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Hypo-allergenic bedding ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Piano - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Gym - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 3,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34120000/34111200/34111145/d8494ced.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Restored 1840 House with Gardens in Historic Downtown Lexington - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 140 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=34111145&PinnedHotelID=34111145&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30480000/30472800/30472789/5abfebd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Whitewood Hall in Historic Downtown Lexington, Virginia Lexington - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 75 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=30472789&PinnedHotelID=30472789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100390000/100383200/100383198/04c9908b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stay in Downtown Lex, Hot Tub, Walk to VMI, W&L Lexington - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 14 reviews £362 includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=100383198&PinnedHotelID=100383198&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41050000/41047500/41047446/w568h843x1y1-f1e814c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely C.1890 Flat with Garden in Historic Downtown Lexington - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill 9.8 Exceptional 71 reviews £224 includes taxes & fees 3 Dec - 4 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=41047446&PinnedHotelID=41047446&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120690000/120683500/120683415/31b758d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW! 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Lexington - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 118 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=27493661&PinnedHotelID=27493661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 25 ### 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 ### Rules Owner retains the right to cancel a reservation at any time. Traveller must gain booking approval. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### 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 Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.78373%2C-79.44589&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SfAqRaQiMSbm-vbxuY4VYqu6Nuk=) Lexington, VA #### What's nearby - Washington and Lee University - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Lee Chapel and Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Stonewall Jackson House - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Virginia Military Institute - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles - VMI Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles #### Getting around - Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) - 85 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Cook Out - ‬13 min walk - ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive - ‪Brew Ridge Taps - ‬5 min walk - ‪Heliotrope Brewery - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Historic House with Gardens Near Universities & Downtown pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Historic House with Gardens Near Universities & Downtown? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Historic House with Gardens Near Universities & Downtown? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Historic House with Gardens Near Universities & Downtown? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Historic House with Gardens Near Universities & Downtown located? > Located in the heart of Lexington, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Washington and Lee University and Stonewall Jackson Memorial Cemetery. Stonewall Jackson Grave and Lee Chapel and Museum are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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