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Restored 1840 House with Gardens in Historic Downtown

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Historic Middleton House in Lexington, Virginia
Flowers, shrubs, stone walls, and trees make the secluded garden magical.
The hall looks as it did in 1840. The original blue paint has been recreated.
The sitting room combines historic atmosphere with modern comfort, including TV.
Two sofas provide comfortable seating. The wallpaper design dates from c.1840.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 83500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Lexington, VA
  • Washington and Lee University
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Virginia Military Institute
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Virginia Horse Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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.

Keywords: Historic,house

Property manager

Peter Sils

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Owner retains the right to cancel a reservation at any time. Traveller must gain booking approval.

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
Onsite 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

We should mention

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

About the neighborhood

Lexington

Located in Lexington, this vacation home is in the city center and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Boxerwood Gardens and Jefferson National Forest, 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 check out other outdoor activities such as sledding.
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Lexington, VA

What's nearby

  • Washington and Lee University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Virginia Military Institute - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • VMI Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Theatre at Lime Kiln - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Virginia Horse Center - 6 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cookout - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Macado's - ‬5 min walk

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 lbs 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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

Located in the heart of Lexington, this vacation 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

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 133 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 133 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Meredith M.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jack H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

cary t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ella M.

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

Beautiful Property, best location!

We were surprised at the size of this property- there is so much space! Kitchen is well equipped and it was
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, 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

10/10 Excellent

pamela m., Fort Worth, Texas

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

Fabulous stay

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

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

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

About the host

Hosted by Peter Sils

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