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Historic Ward House Spacious Downtown Retreat with Charm

Vacation home in Lexington, near University of Kentucky

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Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Lexington, KY
  • Place, Lexington Opera House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lexington Convention Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Rupp Arena
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lexington

Located in Downtown Lexington, this vacation home is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Hunt-Morgan House and Explorium. This vacation home welcomes guests with conveniences like laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Lexington Opera House - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lexington Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Transylvania University - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rupp Arena - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Kentucky - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Blue Grass Airport (LEX) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Stallion Brewing Co. - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mama Tequila - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tapster Lexington - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Triangle Park Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pies & Pints - Lexington, KY - ‬7 min walk

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 Ward House Spacious Downtown Retreat with Charm

Historically recognized both locally and Nationally. Experience history in the horse country! Built in 1843 one of the oldest standing homes in Lexington. Built as a bed and breakfast history suggests Abraham Lincoln stayed in the home once upon a time. The underground railroad stopped here, marked by the now 200 year old towering Oak tree. The floor plan allows for large scale entertaining and separates public from private spaces.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features 5 bathrooms and space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Grand steps not childproofed - caution with kids.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Downtown Lexington within a 10-minute walk of Lexington Opera House, Explorium, and Mary Todd Lincoln House. You'll also find Rupp Arena and Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Are there hot tubs at Historic Ward House Spacious Downtown Retreat with Charm?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Blue Grass Airport (LEX), which is 6.1 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Historic Ward House Spacious Downtown Retreat with Charm?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Historic Ward House Spacious Downtown Retreat with Charm.