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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 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Lexington, VA
  • Place, Washington and Lee University
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Stonewall Jackson House
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Virginia Military Institute
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field)
    ‪89 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 Single 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.

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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 23 kg 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

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

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 Boxerwood Gardens and Natural Bridge State Park, 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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Lexington, VA

What's nearby

  • Washington and Lee University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Stonewall Jackson House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Virginia Military Institute - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • VMI Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Theatre at Lime Kiln - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Brew Ridge Taps - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 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 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Restored 1840 House with Gardens in Historic Downtown?

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Restored 1840 House with Gardens in Historic Downtown on 11 Jun 2026 start from £217, 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 at Restored 1840 House with Gardens in Historic Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 145 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 145 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adelia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and set up. Felt comfortable and would love to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful ! Great location and love the house. Thank you again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clair M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home in a perfect location in downtown!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is wonderful, close to everything and comfortable. We stayed for a family wedding and it was centrally located which made the entire weekend work flawlessly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cool property!! And so much space!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay here. It was perfect for our family, walking distance to many areas of Lexington. We enjoyed sitting on the front porch and watching the “nightlife” in Lexington. We were even visited by a ghost tour! So we got a little history of the house. Overall great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming house. Plenty of room for our family of eight.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cary t.

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

Teaching

Stayed in Lex while teaching at law school. Great spot and good room for the occasional visitor.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pamela m.

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

Fabulous stay

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

10/10 Excellent

Laurie L.

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

The house is in a great location

We had everything we needed and the location was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie L.

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

House was great and so was the location

We were in town for our daughter’s game The house was well equipped and very comfortable. Couldn’t ask for a better location See you soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

4/10 Poor

edward j.

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

Enjoying nature and history and family

Elegant and comfortable. Impressive furnitings and modern conveniences. Great location for exploring the downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

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

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