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Colliver House at Claybank Farm

Holiday home in Lexington with kitchen and fireplace

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Rear Entrance and Parking
Rear entrance
Exterior
Front of House
Breakfast Room with View of Horses

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Lexington, KY
  • Place, Hamburg Place
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Kentucky Horse Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Kentucky
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

First Floor

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Colliver House at Claybank Farm

Located on A Boutique Thoroughbred Farm with large spacious yards. Imagine having your Morning Coffee or Afternoon Cocktails on one of two lovely porches while watching horses graze nearby.
A stones throw from Central Kentucky James Beard Award Winning Chef’s Ouita Michel’s Windy Corner Restaurant.
Fifteen minutes to Keeneland, 12 minutes to Kentucky Horse Park, 8 minutes to Bluegrass Army Depot, 10 minutes from downtown amenities. Nestled just one mile from famed Paris Pike ( HWY 68).
Shorter and Longer stays available upon request.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 1:00 PM
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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 allowed: in designated areas

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Lexington

Located in Lexington, this holiday home is in a rural area. Kentucky Horse Park and Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Hamburg Place and Victorian Square Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Rupp Arena or Kroger Field.
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Lexington, KY

What's nearby

  • Hamburg Place - 14 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Hamburg Pavilon - 15 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Rupp Arena - 17 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Kentucky Horse Park - 17 min drive - 17.5 km
  • University of Kentucky - 18 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪White Castle - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Colliver House at Claybank Farm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Colliver House at Claybank Farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Colliver House at Claybank Farm?

Checkout is at 1:00 PM.

Where is Colliver House at Claybank Farm located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of The Thoroughbred Center, Kentucky Horse Park and Castlewood Park. Loudoun House and Applebee s Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOVED everything about it. Host couldn't have done a better job in any way from pre-arrival, during stay and send off. Great experience all the way around. Having a wonderful restaurant within walking distance was a HUGE plus for us. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwight G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful setting. Quaint, clean, comfortable house on a working farm surrounded by other beautiful horse farms. Julia is a great host. Thoughtful and available.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan C.

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

Wonderful Horsefarm stay!

The house is older but in great shape. Julia is wonderful. We got to be around the mares and colts. Close to Lexington and Paris.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lannie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great experience!! Julia was wonderful. Watching the horses in the evening was a real treat. Great little restaurant next to us, Windy Corner, wonderful!! Could not have improved anything. Claybank Farm is the best
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette T.

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

Great for family

Great property for multiple small families to stay. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam and Victoria S.

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

Lovely

We really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful setting and lovely farmhouse. The host was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scelfo P.

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

4 men n a horse

Great place, super clean …all had great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devin E.

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

Love the Horses!

Very nice old farm house on a working horse farm. A mare an it’s foal (1 week old) spent most of their day in the field next to the house and loved to visit with us when we went up to the fence. Host was wonderful and the house had all the amenities one would ever need.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lottie L.

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

5 Stars just aren't enough!!!!!

This place is heavenly! Absolutely beautiful scenery, gorgeous property and home. The best we have ever stayed at! Location is great, not to far from the city but far enough away from the hussle and bustle. Amazing views all around, no matter which way you look. The host/owner is outstanding! So great from check in to check out! She considers every little detail to make this your home away from home. Just can't say enough! 10 out of 10! Would highly recommend! Thank you again, you and your place made our trip so memorable! Can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Love the horses!

This was our second reunion at Claybank Farm, and it was as wonderful as the first. Even better because there were two mares with colts in addition to the horse-friends we made last year. The house is always well-stocked and comfortable. Julia is the best host ever!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

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

Veteran Reunion

We spent our annual reunion at the farm and experienced the Lexington Area. This is our second weekend at the farm and Keeneland. Julia is the best host we have experienced on our travels. One of a kind experience having your coffee and feeding carrots to the horses. Property is top notch and well maintained. The snacks and meal items place for guests make you feel like family. Highly recommend this experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne K.

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

Wonderful Lexington stay

Three girlfriends stayed for 3 nights at Coliver house on Claybank farm. We had an exceptional visit, enjoying the surrounding property, mares and foals. Julia was a very generous and attentive host. We were so fortunate to be able to go with her to visit Spendthrift Farm. Seeing the stallions, trophy room, and spectacular beauty of the grounds was the highlight of our stay. Thank you, Julia and Des for such a memory. And Pepper, you are a dear and a talented tee shirt artist.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee B.

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

Horse Farm lovers

We stayed at this property while attending an event at the KY Horse Park. This is property is excellent if you are wanting to get the horse farm experience. Very peaceful setting on a corner farm. Had horses right outside. The roads from the farm to the horse park take you by some iconic KY horse farm properties. It was great to feel out in the country but also only 10 minutes away from the city. The area also seems to be a trail head point for avid bicyclist going through farm country. Make sure to eat at least once next door at Windy Corner Market. It's great KY based food from one of the best chef's and restaurants operators in Lexington. We looked forward to staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Family Christmas gathering in Ky

Ky is the halfway meeting point for our family living in Tn and In. We love the Ky countryside and enjoy the surrounding horse country. What better Christmas meeting place for our family than a 200 year old farm house on a working horse ranch. Our host (Julia) was very accommodating and the listing and pictures were very accurate. This property is somewhere between a VRBO and a B&B. The house was stocked well beyond a normal VRBO and Julia met us with a desert, as well as bacon and eggs to use for breakfast. We cooked a big Christmas dinner and had everything we needed. This is an old house so expect an old house. If you expect a modern home with ten foot cathedral ceilings and high end furnishings, this isn’t it. It’s all about the charm. The house is clean, nicely furnished, and very comfortable. We ventured around the stable area and met some of the horses. There is a wonderful small restaurant close by that you can see from the house. The chef is excellent and the food was great. We ate two meals there and the convenience was a bonus. If you’re looking for a vintage farm house experience on a working horse farm with everything you need, then I highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Julia’s house was perfect for our group of 6 in town for a bachelor party. The house is very clean and comfortable, especially the bedrooms. The kitchen had everything we needed and the fridge was even stocked with some food and drinks when we arrived. The property is large with multiple outdoor seating areas, and it was great to be able to interact with the horses! Julia was extremely welcoming and easy to communicate with. We would definitely stay at her house again if we go back to Lexington.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great spot for a quick trip or a longer stay! The house is full of racing memorabilia and history, and the property is unbelievably peaceful. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and cozy. Julia goes above and beyond for her guests. Even fresh baked cookies and a stocked fridge and pantry! We loved visiting the horses and enjoying the beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Susan C.

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

Relaxing

The place is near the Kentucky Horse Park and Kroger is down the road. We wanted an atmosphere that felt more like home than a hotel. We were able to do things during the day and still come "home" for dinner. This location fit nicely for a weekend getaway. My daughter loved the horses too. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edith M.

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

Perfect!

We had a lovely stay on the farm with Julia. She went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and welcome. She even went out of her way to plan some horse-related adventures for us and was very patient with our questions about the world of horse racing and breeding. Bonus was meeting the foals and other horses on the property and seeing the fireflies from the porch in the evening. We could not have asked for a better stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Amazing!

Wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

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

Bourbon and golf

Beautiful, comfortable, well equipped home on o a gorgeous setting. Julia was the perfect host there to answer questions and offer recommendations. The week flew by. We look forward to a return visit. Thanks for everything Julia.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Kentucky 3-day

Our second time in this home and loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

Just the Best!

Our family gathered at Colliver House for a weekend At Keeneland. Our plans were rained out but we still had a wonderful time. The house is comfortable with plenty of room for all. The farm is such a beautiful place. We enjoyed visiting the horses. The home is well stocked and the welcoming cookies were an extra special treat. Julia is an excellent host and offered ideas for rainy day excursions. Our whole family rank this as our favorite vacation rental. We all got much needed rest and relaxation. Cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

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

Horsewoman Shenanigans!

My group of six woman stayed at this cute venue. We loved it. Plenty of room for all of us. The property owner was very responsive, informative, friendly and available. We are already talking about booking again for next year. We did need some help with how to regulate the heat and air features. Horses all around us was amazing!! And the restaurant on the corner was yummy. Best hush puppies I've ever had!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Awesome!

Fabulous host, cookies were wonderful, property is charming and clean, restaurant next door is affordable with lots of options on the menu--and good! Highly, highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Julia Householder

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I am the granddaughter of G.C. and Marie Colliver, this was the residence my grandparents renovated in the early 1970's into their personal home. My grandfather was multi talented, a welder, a builder and a farmer.
Passionate of Thoroughbreds he rebuilt the farm in the early 80's for my business. Boarding and raising many very successful Thoroughbreds.
Over the years we have had many guest visit the property, the decision was made to share the area and property with others.

Why they chose this property

Family owned farm just off the beaten path of major interstates and hwys.
Mere minutes from Downtown Lexington, Paris, Georgetown and Winchester.
Beautiful scenery, nestled among world famous Thoroughbred Breeding Farms.

What makes this property unique

Relaxing environment, walking on the farm and petting the horses, or enjoying one of the two porches. Views of horses from back porch with beautiful KY sunrises and sunsets.

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