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Restored 1840 House with Gardens in Historic Downtown

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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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 8325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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

Kitchen
Washing machine
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 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

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

We should mention

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

About the area

Lexington

Located in Lexington, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Stonewall Jackson House and Lee Chapel and Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Lexington Golf & Country Club and Lexington Valley Vineyard. Virginia Safari Park and Stonewall Jackson Grave are also worth visiting. 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
  • Virginia Military Institute - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • VMI Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Theatre at Lime Kiln - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Virginia Horse Center - 6 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brew Ridge Taps - ‬3 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 23 kg 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?

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

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 140 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

Laurie L., Glen Ridge, New Jersey

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

10/10 Excellent

Laurie L., Glen Ridge, New Jersey

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

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

Perfect for a family or group of friends

The property is very well layed out and thoughtfully appointed to be very comfortable. The location near town is extremely convenient, and invaluable to be able to walk to and from Washington & Lee events. The 3 parking spots behind the house are a big bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

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

Steve B., Cincinnati

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

Inviting and comfortable

Owner was very accommodating and flexible. We were able to check in early. A spacious historic house that was very well appointed with many amenities including mid-19th century furnishings. Very nice appliances and well stocked table and glass ware. The location was ideal, as you can easily walk to shops, restaurants, the campuses of Washington and Lee as well as VMI, and historical sites. The only issue was internet connectivity for rooms furthest from the router. Rooms for the most part had a strong signal. We would definitely come back and stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Mary S.

We definitely recommend this house, for its size and convenient location.

This was our second stay at Middleton House (1st was in 2011), with relatives on all three floors both times and a dinner party and Sunday brunch both weekends, with extra guests. Everyone agreed that Middleton House is a hospitable venue for such events, as the VRBO description promised. However, this time we were surprised to learn--a few days before our arrival--in an email from the owner that no gatherings are permitted without prior approval. Oops! We went ahead with our events (relatives were coming from out-of-state), and promised to pay for any extra cleaning expenses. Of course we left Middleton House in great shape (we 70-year-olds know how to do k.p.). And so In the end, the only extra cost to us was the scare. .We strongly recommend that the VRBO description should be modified to let renters know that they need prior approval for gatherings.. Speaking of old people: The thin rugs (e.g., in the kitchen) were frequently kicked up at the edges by our shuffling feet. Some sticky tape might remedy this risk. Having a private bathroom for each bedroom, as well as a main floor powder room, was very appreciated by our guests. However, the 3rd-floor bathroom was not up to the standards of the other bathrooms. It had only a freestanding tub with a circular shower rod (with a skimpy pair of shower curtains). The screened porch, once again, was a favorite spot. Plus the kids who came to the dinner enjoyed being out in the tiered backyard, which was big enough to provide separate spaces for the different-aged kid groups. The kitchen is well stocked with various serving bowls, platters, etc. It would be nice to have some nonstick frying pans of varying sizes and also potholders. And definitely a pair of kitchen shears! A separate recycling information sheet would be a welcome addition for the bulletin board (different municipalities have different rules). It was confusing, even for our guests from Seattle. One last comment: Small ants [some people call them "sugar ants"] were found on all three levels of Middleton House, including bedrooms, the kitchen, and the porch. We aren't sure how you can eradicate them; maybe ant traps? At least there were no mice this time! [In 2011 they were in the large 2nd floor bedroom and the kitchen.] To be safe (for sure) this time, we stored all dry goods like cereals and crackers in the tall kitchen cupboard--very handy.. Thank you... .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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