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Middleton House offers a secluded retreat in downtown Lexington, with a sunny sitting room and generous dining space perfect for relaxing. Enjoy modern comforts amidst period antiques, art, and original c.1840 colors.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 83500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Restored 1840 House with Gardens in Historic Downtown

  • Just blocks from Washington & Lee University and Virginia Military Institute, historic Middleton House offers privacy and seclusion in the heart of picturesque downtown Lexington. This handsome residence, with extensive fenced gardens, combines period taste--including antiques, art, and original c.1840 colors--with modern comfort. A sunny sitting room, generous dining room, and eat-in kitchen overlooking the garden provide an ideal setting for relaxing and entertaining. Bedrooms have excellent mattresses, high-quality linens, and their own bathrooms.

    Without getting in a car, guests enjoy cooking locally grown foods from the Lexington Farmer's Market down the street, shopping in Lexington's vibrant downtown, walking the beautiful Woods Creek Trail nearby, and lounging on the wide screened porch. Middleton House is the perfect place for a get-away vacation, a party, a wedding reception, or a reunion. For comments from the Middleton House guestbook, please see our posted reviews.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room 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
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,500 square feet

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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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Owner retains the right to cancel a reservation at any time. Traveller must gain booking approval.

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Lexington, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Boxerwood Gardens and Natural Bridge State Park, while Lee Chapel and Museum and VMI Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Alumni Memorial Field or Cameron Hall. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging. Visit our Lexington travel guide
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Lexington, VA

What's nearby

  • Virginia Military Institute
    Virginia Military Institute
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Washington and Lee University
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Stonewall Jackson House
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lee Chapel and Museum
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • VMI Museum
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field)
    70 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • Cook Out
    13 min walk
  • Brew Ridge Taps
    3 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Restored 1840 House with Gardens in Historic Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Restored 1840 House with Gardens in Historic Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Restored 1840 House with Gardens in Historic Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Restored 1840 House with Gardens in Historic Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Restored 1840 House with Gardens in Historic Downtown located?

Located in the heart of Lexington, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Washington and Lee University, Stonewall Jackson Grave and Lee Chapel and Museum. Stonewall Jackson House and Stonewall Jackson Memorial Cemetery are also within 10 minutes.

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Restored 1840 House with Gardens in Historic Downtown Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 145 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn T.

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

Family headquarters for daughter's wedding

Wonderful house, beautiful gardens, perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Comfortable place for multiple couples

Really ideally located in downtown Lexington
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pamela m.

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

Fabulous stay

A wonderful home in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Wonderful home!

This home is truly remarkable. The history and charm of the house is incredible. Beds were comfortable the kitchen is well stocked. Would stay here over end over again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lydia B.

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

Excellent!

Excellent location, very walkable. Home was charming, comfortable, and very well appointed. Everything we needed. Will gladly stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

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

Wonderful home, perfect location

Very spacious historical home with all the amenities you could ask for. Love that every bedroom has it's own bathroom and the main level suite was perfect for the grandparents. The location could not be any better, close to everything! Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan W.

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

Great location

Wonderful Stay! Perfect Location. Four buddies that have been friends for years. Went hiking everyday on the AT wonderful weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

Perfect Location

Middleton House was the perfect spot for a weekend getaway. The home was spotless, well stocked and a comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nelson d.

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

Wonderful Experience

We enjoyed a wonderful return to the Lexington area made perfect with this lovely home. Excellent Location. Spacious. Clean. Spacious. We hope to return again someday!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn E.

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

Beautiful historic home!

This home is perfect for a larger group staying in Lexington. The home was very clean, well equipped and the beds were very comfortable. I would love to visit in the warmer months to take advantage of the porch and garden area. Being within walking distance of everything in town was so convenient. Peter was quick to reply when I contacted with questions. I highly recommended property!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David J.

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

Great weekend

The property is in a great location for walking to everything you would want to do in Lexington. The house was clean with large well appointed rooms. Kitchen is supplied with all essentials.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

Wedding weekend

Rented this house for my extended family for my daughters wedding weekend they raved about the house. They were absolutely thrilled with the the rooms all the cozy spaces and the location to town couldn’t have made a better choice!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette F.

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

Stellar, all around!!!

Beautiful, historic home located steps from everything downtown has to offer, with a very well stocked kitchen and fantastic screened in porch (where we spent much of our time!). We couldn’t have asked for a better place to celebrate my son’s law school graduation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kristin t.

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

Old Charm

We were in town to attend a Washington and Lee football game . This rental was perfect. The charm, decor and well stocked kitchen made the rental a solid 10. The location, parking, dog friendly atmosphere ,comfy bed, and vintage decor made it hard to check out. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

P D.

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

Fabulous House in Lexington

Very, very clean house with everything you need to cook including a Thermador stove. Restaurants are steps away and include Sushi, Pizza, Greek and Bar food. Beds are very comfortable and bedding is lovely patterns. Dog friendly home with fenced in yard in back. Close to VMI and Washington and Lee universities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy N.

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

Great historical house in a perfect location

We stayed for Memorial Day weekend, and it was a wonderful experience. Excellent location across the street from 3 restaurants and within easy walking distance of all of the shops downtown. Cute screened in porch and private back yard with birds, flowers and a bunny that visited every day. Unfortunate truck noise outside between 5:00-6:30 am 2 of the days. Not sure if that happens every day or was just a fluke. Kitchen was nicely appointed with high end appliances and plenty of glassware and dishes. Excellent communication from the host whenever we reached out.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Great location. Very well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and set up. Felt comfortable and would love to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful ! Great location and love the house. Thank you again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clair M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home in a perfect location in downtown!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is wonderful, close to everything and comfortable. We stayed for a family wedding and it was centrally located which made the entire weekend work flawlessly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cool property!! And so much space!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay here. It was perfect for our family, walking distance to many areas of Lexington. We enjoyed sitting on the front porch and watching the “nightlife” in Lexington. We were even visited by a ghost tour! So we got a little history of the house. Overall great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming house. Plenty of room for our family of eight.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cary t.

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

Teaching

Stayed in Lex while teaching at law school. Great spot and good room for the occasional visitor.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025