Morrison Cabin Offers The Finest Interiors, Unique History & Very Best Location

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Entrance to Living Room with Fireplace and Plasma TV

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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Breakfast available
Kitchen

Explore the area

Lexington, KY

Rupp Arena
‪13 min walk‬
University of Kentucky
‪19 min walk‬
The Red Mile Racetrack
‪5 min drive‬
Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass)
‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Historic Morrison Cabin is the oldest home in Lexington on its original foundation. It was built by John Morrison in 1787 when Kentucky was still a part of Virginia. John Morrison was one of Lexington's founders. He built the home for his wife, the first woman to live in Lexington. It is ideally located in historic Gratz Park, across the street from Transylvania University.
Morrison Cabin has been meticulously restored, offering all modern amenities while maintaining its historical elegance and integrity. Guests will be just a few short blocks and within easy walking distance to the Lexington Convention Center, Opera House, Rupp Arena, and the best dining and nightlife Lexington has to offer. Free off street parking is available directly behind the cabin. The location offers convenient and easy access to Keeneland, the Kentucky Horse Park, The University of Kentucky, Commonwealth Stadium, Kentucky's famous horse farms and distilleries. Lexington is a hub with proximity to Cincinnati and Louisville and all things Derby.
Upon request (and availability) our house chef can cater breakfast, dinner, or special events.

Property manager

Russell Booker

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Breakfast available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking or pets

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 and a deadlock

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. Kentucky Horse Park and Hunt-Morgan House are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Victorian Square Mall and Hamburg Place. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Rupp Arena or The Red Mile Racetrack. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.

Lexington, KY

What's nearby

Transylvania University - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Lexington Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Rupp Arena - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
University of Kentucky - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
The Red Mile Racetrack - 5 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

‪Tony's of Lexington - ‬7 min walk
‪Pies & Pints - ‬7 min walk
‪Frank & Dino's - ‬5 min walk
‪Stagger Inn - ‬7 min walk
‪Belle's Cocktail House - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Morrison Cabin Offers The Finest Interiors, Unique History & Very Best Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Morrison Cabin Offers The Finest Interiors, Unique History & Very Best Location?

As of 6 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Morrison Cabin Offers The Finest Interiors, Unique History & Very Best Location on 7 May 2025 start from NZ$772.89, 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 Morrison Cabin Offers The Finest Interiors, Unique History & Very Best Location?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Morrison Cabin Offers The Finest Interiors, Unique History & Very Best Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Morrison Cabin Offers The Finest Interiors, Unique History & Very Best Location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Morrison Cabin Offers The Finest Interiors, Unique History & Very Best Location located?

Located in Downtown Lexington, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Transylvania University and Rupp Arena. University of Kentucky is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

21 April 2025

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

Best Birthday Celebration Ever

We (four adult females) booked this home for a surprise 60th birthday trip for our friend. We had a blast! The beds were so comfy and the sheets were wonderful. Location was perfect. No ghosts seen/heard. :)

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David H.

18 April 2025

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

cabin stay

overall good stay. traffic noise a little loud at night by upstairs bedroom. Living room furniture could use some updating. House was clean beds comfortable. Great communication with the owner

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John T.

16 April 2025

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

Beautiful, historic property!

A lovely combination of historical charm with all the modern conveniences you need. And you can’t beat the location! Loved our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

9 April 2025

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

Nice stay

Great place to stay

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne L.

7 April 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

29 March 2025

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

Historical home, clise nto everything

Loved the older house, it's location and the host.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Anne E.

23 March 2025

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

March Madness

Great location and property. The living room and dining room furniture are antique looking and very uncomfortable. The kitchen supplies are older and need replaced. Overall liv d the property, but needs updates to make it more comfortable.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James S.

10 March 2025

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

Amazing reunion trip

College roomates and i had a great reunion trip. This place is classic and full of history. Host is very responsive and helpful. Everything is in walking distance! Love this place, i definitely recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James P.

10 February 2025

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

UK Basketball Game and family get away

We had a great stay. House was beautiful and location was awesome.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenni W.

27 January 2025

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

Great Property

Great stay, great property, great location. We loved our time there

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Cathy H.

23 December 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Holiday get-together

The couch and chairs (arm and di ing room) were very worn-out and quite uncomfortable. Which is a shame for such a historic house.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

13 October 2024

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

Sisters Get away

We had a lovely time with sisters and friends, celebrating friendship. The house is cozy and close to fine dining!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances H.

22 September 2024

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

House with history

Awesome old home. I kept staring at the old beams in the living room wondering what stories they could tell. This house is well maintained and you can tell it is loved. We walked to downtown every night and even walked to the football stadium, but we can easily trek many miles per day. Might be hard with elderly or kids. There is street noise and sirens from a station close by. Didn’t phase me, but bring your earplugs if you aren’t accustomed to city life. Tip: if you want to do bourbon or horse farm tours, book now. The more popular ones book out months in advance. Nicer restaurants also need to be booked. Corto Lima is a few blocks away and was my favorite dining experience of the trip. The bars closest to campus have more college aged patrons and rowdy. Bars closer to the house are older and laid back. 109 Constitution St. go into the book store (wink wink)

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kate Dula S.

10 August 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

2 August 2024

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

Close to everything

Everything about our stay was perfect. The host was very responsive with great information and the house was close to everything.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

11 July 2024

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

Great Location!

We had a great girls trip to see JT! The location to Rupp Arena was PERFECT! We were able to walk to our event in under 10 minutes, slightly downhill. You pass lots of places to eat and shop too! The cabin/house was perfect for our group. There was a bed upstairs that was a little squeaky but we survived. The notes in the review book made us laugh and made the whole night even better! If we ever see anyone else at Rupp Arena we will totally reach out to stay here! Thanks for helping add to our memories!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

6 July 2024

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

Cabin in Lexington

This historic home was clean, has nice linens, and a good location. We enjoyed the nearby coffee and breakfast shops.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

29 June 2024

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

A lovely place and right downtown

We three meet every year to explore a city and Lexington was it this year. This place was the perfect place. It's right downtown next to a university and park in a lovely neighborhood. Parking was right there! The house is one of the original homes in Lexington and filled with history and decorated perfectly. Lots of comfy beds. A small kitchen so don't plan on doing any gourmet meals but great for breakfast and charcuterie boards. Very close to distilleries and horses and gardens. What more do you need?

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

24 June 2024

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

Historical and Comfy

Easy to navigate to food and cocktails. We were here for a family wedding and we’re within walking distance to other relatives and friends

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

17 June 2024

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

Bridal party

Perfect spot for bride maids to stay and get ready. Beautiful photos taken here! Thank you for your quick responses to our questions.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

14 June 2024

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

Nice cabin

The beds and bathrooms were great. The living room isn’t super comfortable- but we didn’t spend a lot of time there. The location was perfect!!!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt H.

11 May 2024

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

Location, location, location!

This historic home is in the best neighborhood in Lexington, right in the middle of other historic homes and walking distance to many great restaurants. It is nicely appointed, very clean, and very comfortable. The listing photos depict it very well. My family and I would stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

30 March 2024

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

Great stay!

My family had a wonderful time in Lexington. The home was close to restaurants and shops. The home is beautifully decorated and very clean with all the necessities supplied. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne L.

25 February 2024

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

Bball weekend

We came to town to visit our son and attend a baseball game. We had a group of 9. There was ample free parking. It was a very easy walk to downtown and Rupp. We had the “house chef” cater a brunch for us and that was amazing!!! The kitchen is very small so would advise against trying to cook for a large group. Overall a fantastic experience! And a big win for the cats too!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginger H.

16 January 2024

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

Perfect visit!

We stayed at Morrison Cabin for a family wedding. It was an absolutely perfect place for a gathering. Sparkling clean and comfy. The antiques are just gorgeous. This was our first time in Lexington, and Morrison Cabin was a perfect home base. We didn't need to rent a car. Easily walkable to wonderful restaurants and coffee shops.Instantly responsive host. Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Russell Booker

Janie Pappas is an 8th generation Kentuckian with a deep love of Kentucky history and historic properties. She serves on the board of the Colonial Dames Of America, maintaining Liberty Hall and the Orlando Brown House in Frankfort Kentucky. She also serves on the board of Ashland, the Henry Clay estate. Janie is a member of The Garden Club of America involved in conservation and preservation while also maintaining the historic garden at Henry Clay's estate. She and her husband John are members of the Bluegrass Trust, and have dedicated themselves to the restoration of historic properties.
Janie graduated from Hollins College in Roanoke Virginia, and is a licensed real estate agent in Kentucky and Naples Florida. She enjoys golf, tennis, yoga and bridge. John is a licensed physician, and practices in Kentucky and Florida. He specializes in behavioral health, addiction medicine, and clinical research.

Why they chose this property

We were captivated by the unique charm of this historic landmark and felt a responsibility to restore one of the oldest structures in Lexington.

What makes this property unique

The Morrison Cabin offers the most central location in Lexington. In the heart of Gratz Park in downtown Lexington, one is afforded easy access to Keeneland, Rupp Arena, the Kentucky Horse Park, and a multitude of dining and shopping options.

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

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