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Carol's Cottage. 1/2 mile from Virginia Horse Center. 2 miles to VMI, W&L, Lex!

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Beautiful Carol's Cottage.
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Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Lexington, VA
  • Place, Virginia Horse Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Virginia Military Institute
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Washington and Lee University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Carol's Cottage. 1/2 mile from Virginia Horse Center. 2 miles to VMI, W&L, Lex!

Carol's Cottage, built in 1931, is the closest accommodation to the Virginia Horse Center as the Oak Hill cross country course is directly across the street and the main facility is 1/2 mile away. We are also conveniently located approximately 5-20 minutes from most of the wedding venues in the Lexington area.
The Cottage provides a quiet and peaceful locale with excellent internet for working from home or simply enjoying the area.
**Please contact us for special event pricing which includes Graduation and Parents weekends **










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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed on the front and rear porches.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Lexington

Located in Lexington, this cottage is near theme parks and in the mountains. Lee Chapel and Museum and Stonewall Jackson House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Boxerwood Gardens and Goshen Pass Natural Area Preserve. Virginia Safari Park and Stonewall Jackson Grave are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lexington, VA

What's nearby

  • Virginia Horse Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Virginia Military Institute - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Washington and Lee University - 2 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Virginia Safari Park - 12 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Wintergreen Resort - 46 min drive - 72.1 km

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brew Ridge Taps - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Carol's Cottage. 1/2 mile from Virginia Horse Center. 2 miles to VMI, W&L, Lex! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Carol's Cottage. 1/2 mile from Virginia Horse Center. 2 miles to VMI, W&L, Lex!?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carol's Cottage. 1/2 mile from Virginia Horse Center. 2 miles to VMI, W&L, Lex! on Apr 5, 2026 start from $251, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Carol's Cottage. 1/2 mile from Virginia Horse Center. 2 miles to VMI, W&L, Lex!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Carol's Cottage. 1/2 mile from Virginia Horse Center. 2 miles to VMI, W&L, Lex!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Carol's Cottage. 1/2 mile from Virginia Horse Center. 2 miles to VMI, W&L, Lex! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Virginia Horse Center and within 3 mi (5 km) of Virginia Military Institute and Alumni Memorial Field. Washington and Lee University and Cameron Hall are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 150 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We always look forward to staying at this lovely home when we are visiting the horse center.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cottage and hosts in a beautiful location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful, clean and charming cottage, surrounded by gorgeous natural surroundings with attentive and kind hosts.
Stayed 23 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy little home, with very little traffic. Hosts were friendly and communicated well. The house was clean and comfortable. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Happy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay during my W&L 10-year reunion weekend! The view from the porch was stunning and the entire house was comfortable and spacious for 3 adults and 2 children.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

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

Great place !

Enjoyed stay and appreciate host accommodation
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group of 4 adults throughly enjoyed our stay at Carol's Cottage. It is a well maintained, clean, historically decorated cottage that exudes warmth and coziness. The quiet setting is spectacular, and chats on the porch with the birds singing, blooming hydrangeas, and glorious surroundings were our favorite. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

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

Great stay! Can't wait to come back!

Great, quiet location close to the horse center.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Perfect location

Adorable cottage, perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is super cute, clean and comfy! Everything we needed for the weekend! Nice beds, showers and washer and dryer too! Loved the front porch and the peacefulness of the neighborhood. We were here for a horse center event but also managed to hike on the Chessie Nature Trail which was beautiful and also went to Heliotrope Brewing in Lexington. Great beer and food! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

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

Lovely cottage!

The cottage is lovely and comforting.....A+!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauri B.

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

The perfect location for our weekend

This rental is a cute little farmhouse filled with antiques. Very clean and tidy with a beautiful, huge yard and beautiful landscaping. The owners were very easy to communicate with we were in town for our sons Washington and Lee law school graduation and this location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah s.

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

Wonderful Property

We were attending an event at the Virginia Horse Center and this house is within walking distance. Beautiful home and perfect accommodations. We will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

COZY COTTAGE

VERY CLEAN AND COMFORTABLE
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

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

Great for a Weekend Getaway

Me and my friends wanted a place to stay to get away from VMI for the weekend after the Midwinter Formal dance. It was a very nice place, couldn't have asked for better given the great price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Peaceful Cottage

A great cottage in a quiet setting, but near town as well. The front porch is a great setting to relax and watch nature. This a great place for a quiet get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlton D.

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

Carol's Cottage is fantastic

We were fortunate enough to get to stay in Carol's Cottage for Easter weekend. The Cottage was exactly what we wanted and the setting is beautiful. We will definitely make another visit to the Cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

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

Cute country cottage

Our stay was very nice and cozy. The property is beautiful and everything was exceptionally clean and neat. Beautifully decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista L.

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

Cozy Cottage

We had a great stay and loved how we could visit with family who stayed at the main house. Great location to stay for our nearby family wedding. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

marlin w.

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

Lexington Cottage

The property was great and met our needs to the tee. We want to stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Charming home

Lovely, charming, clean home
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

One of our favorite houses in Lexington!

We love staying at Carol's Cottage. The house is decorated tastefully, very clean and spacious, and feels like home away from home. It's very convenient to downtown Lexington too. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Cottage

Lovely cottage just seconds from the horse center. Plenty of room and nice facilities. Very comfortable rental for the week!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Floyd B.

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

VMI Family Weekend 2024

Perfect cottage for a weekend getaway. Tastefully decorated with all the amenities. Host responds quickly. Very clean and close to VMI and W&L. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Bernie or Carol Shaw

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Carol is originally from Charleston, West Virginia. She moved to Lexington and purchased the Cottage in 2011. She met the "boy next door", Bernie, who is from the Lake District of England. One thing led to another and the British guy and the American girl were married on June 1st, 2013 in the Gazebo in front of their lovely homes!

Why they chose this property

We both purchased our properties because we were drawn to the absolute beauty and peacefulness of the area and the wonderful people that live here.

What makes this property unique

The Cottage is the closest accomodation to the Virginia Horse Center. We are literally right across the street from the Oak Hill Cross Country course. We live on a quiet country lane with very little traffic, but Lexington, the interstate, Walmart, etc are only minutes away. We are the Owners and Managers of our property.

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