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Historic charm in the heart of downtown Lexington

Vacation home with kitchen, near University of Kentucky

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Dining
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

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

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

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

Map
Lexington, KY

What's nearby

  • Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lexington Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rupp Arena - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lexington Opera House - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Kentucky - 20 min walk - 1.7 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
  • ‪Mama Tequila - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tapster Lexington - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Triangle Park Cafe - ‬8 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 1 mi (2 km) of Mary Todd Lincoln House and University of Kentucky. Explorium and Lexington Opera House are also within 10 minutes.

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Historic charm in the heart of downtown Lexington Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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

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

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

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