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Historic charm in the heart of downtown Lexington

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Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • At the center of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Rupp Arena
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Lexington, KY
  • Place, Lexington Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Lexington Opera House
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Rupp Arena
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass)
    ‪9 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.
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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

Property Registration Number 15029117-2
Property # 1691874
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 there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Lexington

Located in Lexington, this vacation home is in the city center. 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 Downtown Arts Center and Living Arts & Science Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Keeneland Racing Course or Rupp Arena.
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What's nearby

  • Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lexington Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lexington Opera House - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rupp Arena - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of Kentucky - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Blue Grass Airport (LEX) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Stallion Brewing Co. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Triangle Park Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mama Tequila - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rally's - ‬11 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). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

Located in Downtown Lexington, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Mary Todd Lincoln House and Lexington Convention Center. University of Kentucky is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful guys weekend in Lexington with a distillery tour and Keeneland. This historic house was a great and made the trip memorable. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We truly loved our stay! The house was the perfect location while we were in town for the Kentucky Three Day Event at the Horse Park. The easy walk to local restaurants and a short drive to the Distillery District were great for our stay. Loved having a safe place with a little yard for my dog as well. Will certainly be considering this spot if we find ourselves back in Lexington!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and fit our needs for our short stay. The only issues were the TVs not working and one shower seemed to have trouble draining.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on May 6, 2024
Thank you. I'm glad it was convenient for your weekend. Come back anytime!
Verified

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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