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Botherum Carriage House, Garden Lovers Delight

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Carriage House of Botherum
Beautiful anytime of day or night
Terrace/patio
Historic marker for Botherum
Parking area just outside the Carriage House

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Lexington, KY
  • Place, Rupp Arena
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lexington Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Kentucky
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

3rd floor bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second floor Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Master Bath

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Botherum Carriage House, Garden Lovers Delight

An unforgettable experience awaits at the Carriage House at historic Botherum. This highly sought-after, widely published property is just a short walk to Rupp Arena, Central Bank Center, shopping, and local restaurants, and a quick drive to the Kentucky Horse Park and Keeneland. The expertly designed gardens by Jon Carloftis, owner of Botherum, are a key part of this luxurious retreat. Relax in the heated pool, share the private, gated driveway with Jon and his two yellow labs as your neighbors. Private tours of the gardens are included. Private parking, all amenities, 10 minutes to the airport, Keeneland, UK, and 20 minutes to the KY Horse Park, distilleries, and other attractions.

Private parking, all amenities, 10 minutes to airport, Keeneland, UK and 20 to KY Horse Park, distilleries and other excursions.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No loud noise after 10:00pm
No smoking inside or outside on the property.
No unregistered guests

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Botherum Carriage House, Garden Lovers Delight have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Botherum Carriage House, Garden Lovers Delight?

As of 3 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Botherum Carriage House, Garden Lovers Delight on 7 June 2026 start from NZ$2,024, 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.

Is Botherum Carriage House, Garden Lovers Delight pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Botherum Carriage House, Garden Lovers Delight?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Botherum Carriage House, Garden Lovers Delight?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Botherum Carriage House, Garden Lovers Delight?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Botherum Carriage House, Garden Lovers Delight located?

Located in Downtown Lexington, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. and University of Kentucky. Rupp Arena and Triangle Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
OMG….such an amazing trip. We SO loved this property and the owner Jon and his pups. The gardens are amazing and Jon has such a talent for design. This will be our permanent spot for all future stays in Lexington.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 November 2025
Jon, loved meeting you and your friend. Please come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cal T.

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

Fantastic place

John was incredibly hospitable; offering us tours of the home and gardens, and drinks off his own bar shelves. The heated pool is a huge plus. The place is expertly decorated, and a beautiful escape.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Charming Carriage House

Great location, especially if you are visiting someone at University of Kentucky. Beautiful gardens and pool area! House had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2024
Thank you for the great review! Please come back and visit us again.
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10/10 Excellent

Hillory W.

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

Keeneland

Beautiful property...had everything we needed...location close to Rupp and lots of restaurants and shopping...definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2023
Thank you for staying with us. We are so glad you had a good time. Brenda Co-host
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10/10 Excellent

Cheri L.

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

A Shangri La in the heart of Lexington

Location, location, location ... a Shangri La in the heart of Lexington! So much history, beautiful gardens, phenomenal amenities - hospitality abounds! We loved Botherum!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 December 2022
Thank you for your wonderful review! We look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin P.

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

Gem in Lexington

Wonderful stay at Botherum Carriage House. Beautiful gardens and pool. Close to downtown but feels like you're in the middle of the country. We look forward to our next trip to Lexington. A truly special place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2024
Thank you, Please come back and visit us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

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

Simply Magical

Everything was marvelous! The property is a small slice of Heaven, hidden in Kentucky. Jon is such a kind human and wonderful host. My little sister and I spent 11 days in Botherum and loved every moment of it. We for sure will be staying here again next year!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Amazing!

This home is stunning, the gardens are absolutely beyond anything you can imagine. The homeowner is the nicest man and had great dinning recommendations. Everything was over the top great!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lucy w.

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

Perfect downtown location with other-worldly oasis feel! Beautifully charming and relaxing!

Stunning views and calming, peaceful relaxation awaits you at the charming carriage house! No detail is left unnoticed within the home itself- from lavish fixtures and beautifully curated decor to all the accoutrements a guest could desire, Jon has supplied it all! Fixated in a perfectly convenient downtown location, this property has all the perks of location wants with a feel far removed from city life. Cannot say enough about how wonderful our brief stay was and how difficult it was to leave! We were truly spoiled in every way!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

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

Mr Taylor

Kentucky Historic Botherum House of Lexington Ky The slow walks through the peaceful gorgeous gardens with the restful swing from the 300+ year old tree, can you imagine how much that tree has seen?! Then followed by a fast pace day at Keeneland. Wow! What a wonderful & breathtaking experience that was! To top it off, our dining out experience was at the top of our list of highs in Lexington! We have saved the best for last…. The accommodations couldn’t have been more perfect! It was inviting from the moment we walked up to the gorgeous exterior, and once inside we couldn’t take it all in. On every wall, and in every corner, was beautiful decor that made me want to sit and enjoy over & over again. We were on a family history journey to surrounding areas and the pool house made it hard to want to venture out. Our host and his 2 gorgeous girls made every moment there completely joyful. I can’t wait to return in the spring to take it all in again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie A.

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

Best Thanksgiving ever!!

This was our second visit and it did not disappoint! Loved every moment and enjoyed thanksgiving dinner outside with the charming host complete with fine china in a one of the Botherum gardens. Truly amazing and special memories we will cherish forever. We were looking for something different for our thanksgiving holiday and found it. So relaxing, laid back, and zero pressure- just what we wanted. Cannot wait to go back to this magnificent property!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Carrie H.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Terrible Experience

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci M.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Brenda Bragonier

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