A hidden gem in Lexington's Historic District

9.8 / 10.0

Outstanding(225 Ratings)

Apartment in Lexington, KY

4 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this apartment rental

The Howard was built in 1920 in the back yard of an c.1840 Antebellum Mansion on Lexington's swanky West Third Street. In fell into disrepair and we bought it in 2007. We turned the existing eight apartments into five renovated condos with all the modern amenities, but preserving all of the vintage charm. They are small and incredibly cozy with a great room with opening windows on the second floor.

We refinished the hardwood floors, cleaned all the window and door hardware, repaired windows, and fixed plaster. We hired one of Lexington's best architects to fit a modern kitchen into a vintage kitchen space. We fit in a laundry, dishwasher, beverage center and microwave that formerly only had a two burner stove and two cabinets.

This apartment is located on the second floor of the building. It is only 650 square feet, but thanks to our brilliant architect, it feels much larger.

We are confident that as you drive through the stone arches of Hampton Court you will realize what a special corner of Lexington it is, on the site of a former orphanage and alongside the oldest University west of the Alleghenies, Transylvania University.

PHOTOS: These photos are of the actual apartment. It is 650 sq ft (32.5 feet x 20 ft). If this seems too small for your stay, we completely understand. If you do not like what you see in the photos, we understand you choosing another property. We strive to please and feel that our apartment can fill a significant niche in Lexington travel, but realize others have varied needs not served by The Howard. Thanks to everyone who considers booking our corner of Lexington. We truly appreciate it!

If The Howard is not available for your preferred dates we encourage you to check out our two 2 bedroom rentals that are located just ten or so houses away from The Howard. They are loaded with charm and only $ 30 extra per night for the extra bedroom. They are VRBO # 846234 and # 596053. If you liked The Howard, we are pretty sure you'll like these,

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Lexington, KY

Nearby attractions

Kroger Field

3.6 mi

Malibu Jack's Lexington

6.4 mi

Salato Wildlife Center

39.8 mi

Wild Health Field

2 mi

A hidden gem in Lexington's Historic District

9.8 / 10.0

Outstanding(225 Ratings)

Apartment in Lexington, KY

4 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Lexington, KY

Nearby attractions

Kroger Field

3.6 mi

Malibu Jack's Lexington

6.4 mi

Salato Wildlife Center

39.8 mi

Wild Health Field

2 mi

Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10.0

Outstanding(225 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

We were in town for a wedding and stayed here at the Hampton court apt and it was perfect.!!! Amazing neighborhood..Incredible architecture and history, great location to walk to eat.. The first night we were there we had the rehearsal dinner and party right down the street from where we stayed.. we walked .. We did farmers market Saturday… walked there also.!! The apt was perfect..had all we needed… Teri was super responsive .. I let them know we were coming in and got an email back within minutes letting us know all was ready.. Highly recommend a stay here.. Great apt..great location and host was spot on..! Will definitely be back to stay next time we come to Lexington BQ

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

A little trouble checking in but the most comfortable bed in weeks and central to everything.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

This property was located off the street in a very quiet neighborhood. The apartment was clean and spacious, especially the bathroom. Teri was great to work with - responded to inquiries almost immediately. If ever I am in Lexington again, I would stay here.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

I stayed almost 2 weeks while attending a class. It was great getting to go “home” at night to a comfortable, clean apartment with everything I needed. Great location. Beautiful neighborhood.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

Great place to stay in Lexington. Great neighborhood and location. Close to everything.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

Great location, and feels bigger than advertised. Great space for a getaway

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

Location and area was secluded but yet perfect with nice neighborhood

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

The apartment had everything we needed for a nice visit to Lexington. In a great location, close to downtown restaurants and the Kentucky Theatre.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

Everything was as described. Lovely apartment and plenty of room for 2 adults and our dog. Well kept, clean and nice touches throughout. Beautiful homes nearby too. Thank you!

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

A lovely unit in historic Lexington. An easy walk from restaurants, shops, clubs, Rupp Arena and other downtown destinations. The binder on the coffee table was filled with information. We had an amazing stay!

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

Lovely, quiet street with restaurants in walking distance. The room is quaint . Would go again if v ever in the area

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

Great appartment, very clean and had a nice stay.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

This is the perfect place to stay in Lexington if you are looking to be close to Rupp. Very quick responses from the host. We would definitely stay again! Thank you!

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

Just as advertised. Historical small apartment but all the necessary amenities. With ‘historical’ rental comes floors that squeak and with ‘cozy’ comes not a huge place- but it was perfect for us! I would rather stay in a place with a little character and is clean than a bland hotel room with a noisy parking lot. Will definitely stay here when we come this way again.

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

We loved the area and condo. Sweet! Would stay again. Thank you!

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

Went and watched uk play and stayed here. Was a nice location to walk to the game. It was perfect for what we needed it for!

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2024

This condo/apartment was perfect for one person. Teri was very helpful and easy to work with. Thank you for a great stay!

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2023

This property is in a lovely historic neighborhood and just blocks from downtown. It was spacious and clean and just as represented. We will stay here again the next time we are in Lexington!

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

Location is great would definitely recommend it

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

Walkable to downtown, cute well-appointed! Great place to stay!

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

We enjoyed our stay here so much! It's the perfect little home away from home. The location is amazing with plenty of bars and restaurants within walking distance. The property is well stocked with cooking basics in the pantry, shampoo, conditioner, makeup wipes, a hairdryer, lotion, body wash, etc. It had everything we needed and more! The historic property is so beautiful, tucked away on a quiet street yet in the middle of downtown. We will definitely be back! Would definitely recommend this property to anyone considering :)

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2023

We felt immediately at home during our stay. The apartment is the perfect size and is on a quaint and quiet street close to everything! We loved waking up to hear the birds chirping.

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2023

We stayed here for the concert at Rupp Arena. Everything was great! If we ever need to stay in Lexington again we will definitely stay here again!

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2023

My wife and I stayed the weekend to see the Lexington Lab Band. The property was well setup for our weekend stay. Walking distance to restaurants. The bed could be a bit firmer, out side of that very nice place. We would stay there again.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2023

What a great place to stay if you are visiting Lexington! As a first time visitor to Lexington, I was nervous about finding a place to stay in a good area. The Howard exceeded all expectations. For starters, the apartment was immaculate. It’s quite homey and in a wonderful location. The pictures do not do it justice. Walkable to great restaurants, and dog friendly. The hosts also left a notebook full of useful information regarding things to do, places to go, etc. I never heard noise from other tenants (and I had an extensive stay) and communication with the hosts was super quick. Highly recommend staying here, and I will definitely rebook whenever I come back to the area!

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Great location downtown in historic neighborhood. Brought dog and was easy walkable area. Apartment is terrific - my one complaint is that the floors are really loud bc building is creaky and old/historic so I was on the second floor and it sounded quite loud upstairs every time someone walked. But owner was terrific easy to communicate and work with and it was a good place to stay!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

If you want to enjoy downtown Lexington in a safe, authentic and historic area, this place is for you! The upgrades in this space give you all of the modern amenities without losing the historic charm of the city. The location is perfect. The owners were very responsive and helpful. I would definitely come here again!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Great apt close to restaurants, downtown. Clean, cozy and efficient with good parking. We’ll be back!

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

Wonderful stay in a great neighborhood .

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

The studio was just adorable. It was clean, and had everything we needed to be comfortable. The mattress was very comfortable, and so was the couch. I forgot my toothbrush and surprisingly I found a new one in the drawer unopened for use so I was so relieved. The location was perfect for us since we ate dinner downtown each night. There were plenty of restaurants within walking distance if we chose not to drive. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a well kept, safe, and very reasonably priced stay in Lexington.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

Love this special place in Lexington. The location is fantastic, the building is wonderful and the space is perfect. Will stay only here when traveling through or visiting. The host knows what they are doing and could not be more accommodating.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

We loved our stay at The Howard! Exactly as described. The apartment definitely feels more spacious than 650 sq ft! Great location that is walkable to several restaurants and a brewery. Very clean, nicely decorated and furnished, well stocked kitchen, comfortable bed and nice linens. The guidebook provided contained everything guests would need to know about the area. Highly recommend!

10.0 / 10.0

May 2023

Very pleased with the unit we stayed in. Clean and well taken care of. @0 min walk to Rupp Arena which was good. Overall just a very nice neighborhood. Beautiful homes in this area. Will stay here again

10.0 / 10.0

May 2023

Our reason for staying was just a place for the night to split up our 11 hour drive and it turned out to be a wonderful surprise. The pics are great but it was even better in person. We also looked at the book for guests and took her suggestion for dinner at the Blue Heron which we could walk to and it was delicious and perfect. Would recommend to everyone and stay there again if in the area.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2023

As described. Very nice property

10.0 / 10.0

May 2023

We loved this place. It super clean and comfortable, and in a great historical part of town. We would definitely stay there again!

10.0 / 10.0

May 2023

This is a great little gem that is close to everything. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely visit again.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

This property is beautiful! I highly recommend for anyone visiting Lexington!!

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Nice apartment that was larger than expected. Great location to walk Lexington. Spot to park one vehicle is included. It is in an older building so you will hear other guests.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Great.

FAQs

How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Lexington?

The average price for a rental in Lexington is £142 per night. This rental is £18 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at A hidden gem in Lexington's Historic District. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this apartment?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is A hidden gem in Lexington's Historic District pet friendly?

Yes! This apartment is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at A hidden gem in Lexington's Historic District?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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A hidden gem in Lexington's Historic District

Apartment in Lexington, KY

Reasons to book

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Map of Lexington, KY

Nearby attractions

A hidden gem in Lexington's Historic District

Apartment in Lexington, KY

Reasons to book

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Map of Lexington, KY

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Lexington?

Is parking included with this apartment?

Is there a pool at this apartment?

Is A hidden gem in Lexington's Historic District pet friendly?

What amenities are available at A hidden gem in Lexington's Historic District?

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