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In the heart of downtown, Matthew Walker House offers a unique blend of history and modern charm. This 1789 historic home turned hotel features comfortable rooms and is within walking distance to Rupp Arena, Lexington Opera House, Jefferson Street corridor restaurants.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Historic charm in the heart of downtown Lexington

  • Enjoy your stay in the recently renovated historic Matthew Walker House! Originally built in 1789, it was disassembled and moved down the street in 1977, then reassembled and added onto. This fantastic downtown location is 5-minute walk to Rupp Arena, Lexington Opera House, the Jefferson Street corridor, and loads of great restaurants. It's a short trip to The Distillery District and the rest of downtown.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please refrain from using the outdoor spaces socially past 11 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and midnight on Friday/Saturday
Use of the basement is not permitted unless explicitly given written permission to do so by host(s), or in the event of a weather emergency
Additional house rules provided at property upon check-in

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
No beer pong inside or indoor furniture outside

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: No beer pong inside or indoor furniture outside
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 15029117-2

About the neighborhood

Located in Lexington, this vacation home is in the city center. Explorium and Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Downtown Arts Center and Living Arts & Science Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Keeneland Racing Course or Rupp Arena. Visit our Lexington travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Facades of modern architecture buildings in the midwest American city of Lexington in Kentucky.
    Lexington Convention Center
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lexington Opera House
    Lexington Opera House
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Aerial photograph of the Lexington, Kentucky skyline at night with the city alite.
    Rupp Arena
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Panorama of an autumn, colorful lawn surrounded by buildings in downtown Lexington, Kentucky
    University of Kentucky
    2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co.
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Blue Stallion Brewing Co.
    7 min walk
  • Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co.
    10 min walk
  • Triangle Park Cafe
    8 min walk
  • Mama Tequila
    9 min walk
  • Rally's
    11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic charm in the heart of downtown Lexington pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic charm in the heart of downtown Lexington?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic charm in the heart of downtown Lexington?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic charm in the heart of downtown Lexington located?

Located in Downtown Lexington, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Mary Todd Lincoln House and Lexington Convention Center. University of Kentucky is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

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Historic charm in the heart of downtown Lexington Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Davis H.

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

Lexington Wedding

Our group stayed at the property for a wedding in Lexington. The house is in a great location in walking distance to all the restaurants and bars downtown. The house was very clean and slept 7 with ease. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

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

Great place!

We stayed here over UK graduation weekend. We were able to walk to Rupp and avoid the traffic and parking congestion, as well as all of the places downtown. The inside had plenty of space for 5 adults along with bathrooms connected to each of the bedrooms. With a kitchen and outdoor seating area, it was definitely better than paying even more to stay in a small hotel room. Consider this place for any activity in downtown Lexington!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Julia M.

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

Charming Historic Home

We loved the layout and the uniqueness of this home. Being the first renters coming off a long term lease there were some things that weren’t ironed out yet as expected but we enjoyed our time here and the property definitely suited our needs for our group of 11. We brought our own air mattress and there was room in both bedrooms for that space. The furniture could use an update but it went with the rustic home vibe. Overall a great house!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

Friends weekend

Great place downtown, could walk to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024