10/10 Excellent
Melissa F.
15 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Melissa F.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Apartment
Charming 2-bedroom apartment with short walk to downtown and Universities
Apartment in Lexington with kitchen and fireplace
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Lexington, VA
- Place, Washington and Lee University17 min walk
- Place, Virginia Military Institute3 min drive
- Place, VMI Museum3 min drive
- Airport, Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field)69 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Blue Room
1 Queen Bed
Gold Room
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
About this property
Charming 2-bedroom apartment with short walk to downtown and Universities
Spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath 2nd floor apartment complete with a private entrance. Located just half a mile from downtown Lexington, you'll be a short drive or a 15-20 min walk away from a variety of exceptional shops, restaurants, as well as both universities
The apartment features a modern, fully stocked kitchen and a comfortable living room with a pull-out couch and a large-screen TV. The dining room table expands to comfortably seat up to 8 people, making it perfect for meals or gatherings.
The private entrance is off the back porch. Touchscreen deadbolt secures the property and offers a contact free check in if desired.
Parking is assigned in spots 1 and 2. There is also a 15 min loading and unloading parking area right by the door.
Guests are welcome to use the back porch and firepit. The full second floor is at the guest's disposal.
This is a non-toxic and fragrance-free home. We use a solution of vinegar, water, and dish soap to clean all surfaces and then disinfect with hospital grade Briotech Hypochlorous Acid.
We use only All Free and Clear laundry soap and never use fabric softeners or dryer sheets.
We launder duvet covers along with sheets. All additional blankets provided are also laundered after every guest.
We do use essential oils (thieves, lavender, melaleuca, and rosemary) for cleaning and freshening our home.
We provide natural castile soap for handwashing.
We live in the 1st floor apartment and are a door knock away. I am available by phone, text, or email at any time.
Please make yourself at home!
We look forward to hosting you and can't wait to make your stay a memorable one.
The apartment features a modern, fully stocked kitchen and a comfortable living room with a pull-out couch and a large-screen TV. The dining room table expands to comfortably seat up to 8 people, making it perfect for meals or gatherings.
The private entrance is off the back porch. Touchscreen deadbolt secures the property and offers a contact free check in if desired.
Parking is assigned in spots 1 and 2. There is also a 15 min loading and unloading parking area right by the door.
Guests are welcome to use the back porch and firepit. The full second floor is at the guest's disposal.
This is a non-toxic and fragrance-free home. We use a solution of vinegar, water, and dish soap to clean all surfaces and then disinfect with hospital grade Briotech Hypochlorous Acid.
We use only All Free and Clear laundry soap and never use fabric softeners or dryer sheets.
We launder duvet covers along with sheets. All additional blankets provided are also laundered after every guest.
We do use essential oils (thieves, lavender, melaleuca, and rosemary) for cleaning and freshening our home.
We provide natural castile soap for handwashing.
We live in the 1st floor apartment and are a door knock away. I am available by phone, text, or email at any time.
Please make yourself at home!
We look forward to hosting you and can't wait to make your stay a memorable one.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue
Mountain view
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please set AC units to 75 degrees and radiator thermostat to 65 before leaving. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 27031
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Lexington
Lexington is home to this apartment. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, horse riding and hiking.
Lexington, VA
What's nearby
- Washington and Lee University - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
- Stonewall Jackson House - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Lee Chapel and Museum - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
- Virginia Military Institute - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
- VMI Museum - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Cook Out - 3 min drive
- Taco Bell - 3 min drive
- Brew Ridge Taps - 18 min walk
- Heliotrope Brewery - 13 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kassy D.
2 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kassy D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
About the host
Hosted by Tom DeMott
I am originally from Upstate New York but lived in the DC area for the last 20 years. We moved down to Lexington to pursue my wife's dream of opening up a nail salon in a small town. We came down for a visit and immediately fell in love with this little town. I am a newly retired restauranteur, and I have been in the hospitality business most of my adult life. I always had a dream of running a Bed and Breakfast and am working toward that goal.
Why they chose this property
Our home is right on main street about 1/2 mile from downtown. It is a beautiful walk into town that is close enough without having to deal with any traffic associated with the downtown area and colleges. There is nothing not to love about being in the city of Lexington
What makes this property unique
Step into a piece of Lexington’s history with this unique, fully furnished home on the second floor, featuring a private entrance. Originally built in 1909 and converted into a duplex in the 1950s, this residence has a storied past. Alma and Umberto Piovano, long-time residents of the second-floor "apartment," were cherished benefactors who made significant contributions to the growth and culture of Lexington. Their legacy is honored with a dedicated wing at the local library and the Piovano building on Spotswood Drive, which now houses the Rockbridge Area Relief Organization.
Alma’s personal touch included the installation of a second-floor balcony at her own expense, where she enjoyed morning tea and evening sherry. Although this private patio was removed in the 1990s when the previous owner expanded the house, the home still retains its historic charm. The kitchen, bathroom, and fixtures were updated last year to blend modern comforts with the vintage character of the space.
Each bedroom features a luxurious queen-sized memory foam mattress topped with 600 thread count cotton sheets and an oversized white linen duvet, ensuring a restful night’s sleep.
The kitchen is modern and fully stocked, including a full-sized refrigerator, stove, range hood, microwave, toaster oven, and a set of sharp knives. For coffee enthusiasts, a Saeko coffeemaker, loaded with locally roasted coffee beans, is at your disposal.
The living room is equipped with a queen-sized sleeper sofa, a desk/workstation, and a 55-inch wall-mounted, movable flat-screen TV for your entertainment and productivity needs.
The bathroom offers a full-sized shower and cast-iron tub and a bidet for added comfort.
In the dining room, the expandable table accommodates up to 8 guests, perfect for entertaining or family meals.
Alma’s personal touch included the installation of a second-floor balcony at her own expense, where she enjoyed morning tea and evening sherry. Although this private patio was removed in the 1990s when the previous owner expanded the house, the home still retains its historic charm. The kitchen, bathroom, and fixtures were updated last year to blend modern comforts with the vintage character of the space.
Each bedroom features a luxurious queen-sized memory foam mattress topped with 600 thread count cotton sheets and an oversized white linen duvet, ensuring a restful night’s sleep.
The kitchen is modern and fully stocked, including a full-sized refrigerator, stove, range hood, microwave, toaster oven, and a set of sharp knives. For coffee enthusiasts, a Saeko coffeemaker, loaded with locally roasted coffee beans, is at your disposal.
The living room is equipped with a queen-sized sleeper sofa, a desk/workstation, and a 55-inch wall-mounted, movable flat-screen TV for your entertainment and productivity needs.
The bathroom offers a full-sized shower and cast-iron tub and a bidet for added comfort.
In the dining room, the expandable table accommodates up to 8 guests, perfect for entertaining or family meals.
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