Historic Lexington Getaway - Blue Ridge Views- Ideal for Families & Pets

Lexington, Virginia
$605 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 13

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

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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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 4300 Sq Ft (399 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Firepit Garden Gas Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair Printer
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Hunting Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Rafting Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Stereo Table Tennis Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games Highchair Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Hospital Near A Zoo
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property Wheelchair Accessible

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 13

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Jay L.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 14, 2025

    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.

  • Kathleen M.

    Submitted Nov 11, 2024

    Stayed Nov 6, 2024

    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!

  • Rachel M.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2024

    Stayed Oct 9, 2024

    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!

  • Christina H.

    Submitted Nov 7, 2023

    Stayed Oct 19, 2023

    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.

  • Theresa J.

    Submitted Nov 1, 2023

    Stayed Oct 5, 2023

    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!

  • Elizabeth W.

    Submitted May 8, 2023

    Stayed May 4, 2023

    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.

  • Anna T.

    Submitted Nov 15, 2022

    Stayed Nov 5, 2022

    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!

  • Amy H.

    Submitted Oct 31, 2022

    Stayed Oct 28, 2022

    Great time for all at Church Hill visiting our cadet and friends! So much history and beautiful property.

  • Patrick J.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2022

    Stayed Oct 5, 2022

    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.

  • Noah B.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2022

    Stayed Aug 4, 2022

    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

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