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Historic charm in the heart of downtown Lexington

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Lexington, KY
  • Rupp Arena
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • University of Kentucky
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • The Red Mile Racetrack
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Upstairs Back

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Upstairs Front

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs bathroom

Toilet

Upstairs back

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs front

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining Area

About this property

Historic charm in the heart of downtown Lexington

Enjoy your stay in the recently renovated historic Matthew Walker House! Originally built in 1789, it was disassembled and moved down the street in 1977, then reassembled and added onto. This fantastic downtown location is 5-minute walk to Rupp Arena, Lexington Opera House, the Jefferson Street corridor, and loads of great restaurants. It's a short trip to The Distillery District and the rest of downtown.

Property manager

Bennett Clark
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
No beer pong inside or indoor furniture outside
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please refrain from using the outdoor spaces socially past 11 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and midnight on Friday/Saturday
Use of the basement is not permitted unless explicitly given written permission to do so by host(s), or in the event of a weather emergency
Additional house rules provided at property upon check-in

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: No beer pong inside or indoor furniture outside
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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 15029117-2

About the area

Lexington

Located in Lexington, this holiday home is in the city centre. Explorium and Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Arboretum State Botanical Garden of Kentucky and Lexington Ice Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Rupp Arena or The Red Mile Racetrack.
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Lexington, KY

What's nearby

  • Lexington Opera House - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lexington Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rupp Arena - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Kentucky - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • The Red Mile Racetrack - 7 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪LexLive - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Rally's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Blue Stallion Brewing Co. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lexington Brewing & Di - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tony's of Lexington - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic charm in the heart of downtown Lexington pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Historic charm in the heart of downtown Lexington?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic charm in the heart of downtown Lexington?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic charm in the heart of downtown Lexington located?

Located in Downtown Lexington, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mary Todd Lincoln House and Rupp Arena. University of Kentucky is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Davis H.

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

Lexington Wedding

Our group stayed at the property for a wedding in Lexington. The house is in a great location in walking distance to all the restaurants and bars downtown. The house was very clean and slept 7 with ease. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

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

Great place!

We stayed here over UK graduation weekend. We were able to walk to Rupp and avoid the traffic and parking congestion, as well as all of the places downtown. The inside had plenty of space for 5 adults along with bathrooms connected to each of the bedrooms. With a kitchen and outdoor seating area, it was definitely better than paying even more to stay in a small hotel room. Consider this place for any activity in downtown Lexington!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

Friends weekend

Great place downtown, could walk to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Julia M.

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

Charming Historic Home

We loved the layout and the uniqueness of this home. Being the first renters coming off a long term lease there were some things that weren’t ironed out yet as expected but we enjoyed our time here and the property definitely suited our needs for our group of 11. We brought our own air mattress and there was room in both bedrooms for that space. The furniture could use an update but it went with the rustic home vibe. Overall a great house!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

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