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Historic Lexington Retreat - 5BR on Acres- Perfect for Families, Friends & Pets

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Fairfield

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 134300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Lexington, VA
  • Place, Virginia Horse Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Virginia Military Institute
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Washington and Lee University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field)
    ‪94 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fairfield

In Fairfield .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this vacation home, you'll find George Washington National Forest and Lexington Valley Vineyard. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Virginia Horse Center and Virginia Military Institute.
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What's nearby

  • Virginia Horse Center - 7 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Virginia Military Institute - 7 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Washington and Lee University - 8 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • VMI Museum - 9 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Stonewall Jackson House - 10 min drive - 7.9 miles

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive

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 Lexington Retreat - 5BR on Acres- Perfect for Families, Friends & Pets

Church Hill – A Spacious, Historic, Pet-Friendly Retreat on Rolling Virginia Acreage

Big, Beautiful, Historic Home Perfect for Family & Friends!

Welcome to Church Hill, a remarkable 5-bedroom, 3-bath brick manor built in 1848, located on tranquil acreage just minutes from downtown Lexington, VA. This spacious and pet-friendly vacation rental in Lexington, VA has everything you need for relaxing gatherings, celebrations, and unforgettable getaways in the Shenandoah Valley.

Whether you're planning a family reunion, a friends’ weekend, a wedding-week stay, or a retreat to the mountains, Church Hill offers room to spread out both inside and out—perfect for groups who want comfort, charm, and convenience.

A Historic Home With Modern Comfort & Endless Space

Situated on the very birthplace of Texas legend Sam Houston, this home blends history, scenic beauty, and modern amenities. With multiple living areas, wide hallways, high ceilings, and large bedrooms, guests enjoy an airy, open feel throughout.

Church Hill at Timber Ridge is rich with American and cinematic history. Sam Houston—legend of the Republic of Texas—was born on this land in 1793. More than 200 years later, Hollywood came to the property when scenes from Gods & Generals were filmed here. During production, well-known actors including Stephen Lang and C. Thomas Howell were on site, making Church Hill part of both American and film heritage.”

Step outside and discover the sweeping acreage surrounding the home, ideal for kids to run, dogs to explore, and adults to unwind in complete privacy. Morning coffee on the porches, sunset views across the fields, and evening gatherings under the stars make this property truly special. New to the property is an enclosed building with big sliding barn doors, inside you will find ping pong, corn hole boards & bags and a TV for you to stream to.

If you’re visiting the Sam Houston Wayside, you’re only moments away—Church Hill is one of the closest and most convenient places to stay near this historic landmark.

The Perfect Base for Exploring Lexington, VA

Church Hill is just a short, scenic drive from:

Downtown Lexington, VA – shops, eateries, breweries, historic walking tours

Washington & Lee University

Virginia Military Institute (VMI)

The Virginia Horse Center

Natural Bridge State Park & Blue Ridge Parkway

Popular wedding venues throughout Rockbridge County

Beautiful mountain towns, hikes, and overlooks

Whether you're seeking historic home rentals in Virginia, a pet-friendly getaway near the Blue Ridge, or one of the most unique places to stay in the Shenandoah Valley, Church Hill is an ideal fit.

Pet-Friendly Comfort

We know pets are family—and at Church Hill, they're welcome!
With large, open grounds, plenty of indoor space, and dog-friendly activities nearby, your four-legged companions will love this stay as much as you do.

Looking for pet-friendly vacation rentals in Virginia or a dog-friendly Lexington VA stay? Church Hill checks every box.

Designed for Gathering

A large dining room perfect for shared meals

Multiple seating areas for lounging, games, or quiet conversation

Spacious bedrooms and charming décor

A historic atmosphere blended with comfort and warmth

Inside and out, there are endless places to gather, celebrate, reconnect—or simply relax.

Our Commitment to Your Stay

We want your experience at Church Hill to be seamless and memorable.
The owners and the Comfort Team are available by text or call before, during, and after your visit to ensure everything about your stay exceeds expectations.

Why Guests Love Church Hill

✓ Historic 1848 brick manor on scenic acreage
✓ One of the closest stays to the Sam Houston Wayside
✓ Minutes from downtown Lexington, VA
✓ Pet-friendly with room to roam
✓ Spacious layout ideal for groups
✓ Perfect for mountain getaways, events, and campus visits
✓ A true Virginia historic home rental experience

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

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) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Grand Manor Church Hill Birthplace Sam Houston House Lexington
Grand Manor Church Hill Birthplace Sam Houston Lexington
Grand Manor Church Hill Birthplace Sam Houston House
Grand Manor Church Hill Birthplace Sam Houston Lexington
Grand Manor Church Hill Birthplace of Sam Houston Fairfield
Grand Manor Church Hill Birthplace of Sam Houston Fairfield
Grand Manor Church Hill Birthplace of Sam Houston Lexington
Grand Manor Church Hill Birthplace Sam Houston House Lexington

Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic Lexington Retreat - 5BR on Acres- Perfect for Families, Friends & Pets to the airport?

This vacation home is 51.7 mi (87-min drive) away from the Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Historic Lexington Retreat - 5BR on Acres- Perfect for Families, Friends & Pets have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Historic Lexington Retreat - 5BR on Acres- Perfect for Families, Friends & Pets to the beach?

This vacation home is 15.8 mi (29-min drive) from Chris Lantos Waterfront.

Does Historic Lexington Retreat - 5BR on Acres- Perfect for Families, Friends & Pets offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Lexington Retreat - 5BR on Acres- Perfect for Families, Friends & Pets?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Historic Lexington Retreat - 5BR on Acres- Perfect for Families, Friends & Pets?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic Lexington Retreat - 5BR on Acres- Perfect for Families, Friends & Pets?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic Lexington Retreat - 5BR on Acres- Perfect for Families, Friends & Pets have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Historic Lexington Retreat - 5BR on Acres- Perfect for Families, Friends & Pets have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Historic Lexington Retreat - 5BR on Acres- Perfect for Families, Friends & Pets to downtown Fairfield?

This vacation home is 4.5 mi away from Fairfield.

Historic Lexington Retreat - 5BR on Acres- Perfect for Families, Friends & Pets Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

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

We felt right at home.

Your Church Hill property was a superb location and setting for our family gathering and pre wedding celebration.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

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

Perfect stay

We couldn’t ask for a better stay. Melinda was wonderful to work with and easily accessible. We loved everything about the house. It was a perfect retreat for our Keydets to spend some down time relaxing with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

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

Fantastic stay at Church Hill! Highky recommend!

Wonderful experience at Church Hill! It's charming and comfortable and exceeded all expectations! Lots of space, excellent attention to detail, all the supplies and kitchen equipment, comfy beds, lots of room to spread out, the 2 full baths and 2 falf baths worked great for our group Outstanding Hosts! We want to return! Hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa J.

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

Little homey slice of heaven in the Shenandoah Valley

I am tempted to give them a bad review so we can have the place all to ourselves every time we want to go visit our daughter in college! this is a gem of a place. If you love history, old houses, and beautiful farm land, this is the place for you! We've already reserved for the Parent's weekend next year and hope to also have for Graduation!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay L.

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

Graduation

We selected this property so our whole family could be together around the midpoint between JMU and Virginia Tech for our twins’ commencement ceremonies, and hosted a graduation party one night for friends and family. The property was a perfect venue, had everything we needed, and was beautiful. We couldn’t have selected a better property for our celebration and family vacation- also terrific for history buffs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth W.

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

College Reunion

The house and grounds are really wonderful. The biggest drawback for us as a group of couples was the lack of full baths. Owners were terrific with communication on all fronts.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

Spacious, Comfy, Convenient Step Back in Time

We had a great stay at Church Hill!! Our group of “barn friends” was in town for a show at the Virginia Horse Center. Church Hill was a perfect fit — spacious, good variety of bed arrangements and bathrooms to accommodate everyone. The house and grounds are beautiful, super convenient to the horse center, and everything was exactly as described and pictured. The kitchen was well equipped to cook and dine. Melinda and Mike were lovely to interact with and very responsive. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna T.

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

A Wonderful Home

Our family and friends enjoyed a long weekend in this beautiful home. Full of history and charm, it is comfortable and welcoming. Priceless pictures, books and beautifully worn thresholds are around every corner---if only this house could talk and tell it's stories!! We thoroughly enjoyed playing out back and hiking around the property with our kids and dogs. The sunroom was where we all naturally gravitated to hang out when we were inside. We would definitely love to visit again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

VMI Homecoming trip

Great time for all at Church Hill visiting our cadet and friends! So much history and beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick J.

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

Groom’s family stay.

Very unique house and property. The house has so much history and the property is beautiful. It worked very well for our party of ten guests. Would definitely rent it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noah B.

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

Awesome place and host

Awesome property with an incredible history. Water pressure in the downstairs was kind of sluggish but to be expected for a very old place. Can easily get lost in all the history when staying there. Host was incredible and quick to answer all questions as well as great in recommending things to do
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian B.

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

Great house in the country near W&L

We stayed for our 30th reunion. The house/property is exceptional and was a great home base for the 8 of us and provided an awesome place to entertain a larger group. The property owners were super responsive and helpful. The only thing that one may consider is whether the bathroom set up (2 showers on the bottom floor, only a half bath upstairs) would create an issue for your group. We had no problem with it. Overall, loved this stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy K.

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

Thanksgiving Covid Reunion

This was the perfect spot for us to all meet from MA, PA, and NC! There were 12 of us… ranging in age from 8 months to 76 years. The spacious house and grounds gave us ample room. The boys loved climbing the trees and running up the hill! The house was incredibly clean and well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

H M.

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

AMAZING STAY!!

We had the best time at Church Hill! We were in Lex for W&L Parents Weekend for your two daughters. The house and grounds were so beautiful The pictures do not do it justice! It was clean, easy to find, and a very easy drive to and from campus. Melinda was so responsive and was sweet enough to grant us a later check out to have a little more QT with our girls. We already booked again for next year. What a gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline L.

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

Beautiful historical home

This home was a delight to stay in! The beds were very comfortable and there was plenty of room for our family to spread out. One can spend endless hours viewing old photographs and trinkets around the house. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don W.

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

Truly great weekend

The entire rental process from start to finish was efficient and welcoming. The history of the property is fascinating and the property is very accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

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

Beautiful Hictoric House

We had a great time. My family came to Lexington to attend our son's matriculation at VMI. The house is close to restaurants, Walmart, and grocery stores. The place is beautiful with a huge backyard. The kitchen is functional and has a plentiful supply of trash bags, dish soap, dishwasher detergent. The bathrooms have plenty of towels and toilet paper. However, I wish the drain in the bathtub drained faster. We enjoyed the fire pit very much, not to worry about running out of woods. In addition, the picnic area is terrific. Overall is a great place to spend time with family and friends. I highly recommended it. Thank you, Mike and Linda.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Larry L.

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

History, charm, and a big yard

We had a great family reunion at Church Hill. We loved the charm of the old house, the historic decor, the spacious dining room table, large yard, outdoor picnic tables, and maybe best of all for the kids, the dinner bell! The house felt bigger and even nicer than we expected based on the photos, and the hosts were easy to communicate with. A few things to know: the bathrooms are pretty inconvenient - two of the bedrooms have their own bathroom (one is a full bath, one is a half bath). But the other three bedrooms don’t, so the rest of us had to share one bathroom that was downstairs at the other end of the house from the bedrooms. The kitchen is functional but not especially well equipped if you’re doing a lot of cooking. The lawn was more than spacious enough for our kids and dogs to run around, but there were ticks in the grassy areas beyond the lawn.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

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

Wonderful family reunion in this beautiful historic home!

This was a wonderful gathering place for 12 members of my family from all parts of the eastern U.S., and ranging from ages 2 to 80. The property was gorgeous - beautiful historic home, lovely, rolling hillside property with a fruit orchard in the back, picnic tables for gathering outdoors, and quiet rural setting overall. Our hosts were "the best of the best" - so communicative and friendly. We felt truly welcomed!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan A.

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

Relaxing Stay at Church Hill

The family enjoyed our stay at Church Hill! We felt at home in this wonderful and historical home and wish to once again visit!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly E.

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

Sam Houston got around

The online pictures of the Manor do not do it justice. The house and grounds are immaculate, and close to all our activities in Lexington. We loved all the pictures and history displayed throughout. Everyone was very impressed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jatinder C.

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

FMily reunion

It was great weekend with family reunion. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clarke M.

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

Historical

What a wonderful stay at Church Hill we had last weekend. Mike and Melinda were so helpful, and the home was cozy, historical, and welcoming. The property is wonderful, and both dogs thought so too!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

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

Beautiful Historic Home

This place is amazing, and the family that owns it is wonderful to deal with. So much history in every room. And the yard and acreage is beautiful. We had two families in our group, one with 2 kids and one with 3 kids, and we had plenty of room. There are two King rooms, a Queen room, a Twin/Full room, and a double Twin room. There's also a pullout couch in the family room if you need it, but we didn't. And room for Aerobeds if you bring one or two along. It is indeed a historic home, so it comes with the quirks that homes built before electricity and plumbing are bound to have. I consider that a benefit, not a drawback. You can easily spend an hour just looking at all of the historic photos around the house. All the beds are newer mattresses and very comfortable. Plenty of linens. And, as I said, Melinda Thompson is a delight to speak to, and helped us out with local recommendations and advice on the area, Natural Bridge is 20 minutes away. VMI/W&L/downtown Lexington is 10 minutes away. This place is centrally located to see all of the nearby sights. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

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

Family Weekend

A wonderful historic house. House was very clean with all that you would want to enjoy your visit. Convenient location for last minute grocery stops, sightseeing, wineries, and hiking. The yard is lovely, lots of privacy, and perfectly set up to grill, which we did each night. After dinner we sat around the fire pit and gazed at the stars. Melinda and Mike were very attentive and went out of their way to help make the weekend special for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020