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Restored 1840 House with Gardens in Historic Downtown

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 83500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Lexington, VA
  • Popular LocationWashington and Lee University2 min walk
  • Popular LocationVirginia Military Institute7 min walk
  • Popular LocationVirginia Horse Center6 min drive
  • AirportWeyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)55 min drive

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20/10 Excellent

Very, very clean house with everything you need to cook including a Thermador stove. Restaurants are steps away and incl...
P D.
Feb 18, 2024

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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 manager

Peter Sils

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lb 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)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling 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

  • Unit size: 3500 sq ft (325 sq m)

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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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 50 lb per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Property is also known as

Restored 1840 House With Gardens in Historic Downtown Lexington

About the area

Lexington

Located in Lexington, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at George Washington National Forest and Boxerwood Gardens, 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.
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What's nearby

  • Washington and Lee University - 2 min walk
  • Virginia Military Institute - 7 min walk
  • VMI Museum - 10 min walk
  • Theatre at Lime Kiln - 19 min walk
  • Virginia Horse Center - 6 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • Cookout - 13 min walk
  • Brew Ridge Taps - 3 min walk
  • Don Tequila's - 15 min walk
  • Burger King - 5 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 50 lb per pet.

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.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

P D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family property
Stayed at this property for my son VMI graduation! Excellent accommodations!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

William C. R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Antebellum home with modern updates
We had a wedding in Lexington and stayed at this property. Fantastic and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

pamela m., Fort Worth, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay
A wonderful home in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home for downtown wedding
This house was a perfect setting for wedding prep. We stayed there with family. The dining room was perfect for having hair and make up done- out of the way from foyer and kitchen areas so other guests not in the way of day of wedding prep. Kitchen is large and great for entertaining. Each guest room has a bathroom and upper level rooms allowed privacy from the main level. Very clean and we also enjoyed the very lovely screened in porch. Close and within walking distance of our venues. Our stay couldn't be more perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved this house!
We rented the house this past weekend for a family wedding and couldn’t of been happier with the accommodations. Staying in a historic home in downtown Lexington was just perfect. You can easily walk to the restaurants and shops, as well as to the universities. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a family or group of friends
The property is very well layed out and thoughtfully appointed to be very comfortable. The location near town is extremely convenient, and invaluable to be able to walk to and from Washington & Lee events. The 3 parking spots behind the house are a big bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Susan P., Earlysville Va

Liked: Cleanliness
Location
The house is right on the edge of downtown. There is a pizza restaurant right next door. There was some noise from there at night but not too late. It was graduation weekend so there were also some house parties going on in the neighborhood. Our only issue is that we were never able to contact the host either during or after our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous House!
We found this property to be clean and very well stocked with necessary items. The kitchen was well equipped! The bedrooms were spacious and comfortable. It was good to have the one downstairs suite for an elderly mother. The rooms all flowed well for a gathering we enjoyed after the VMI graduation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023