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Spacious Home - Sleeps 8 Fire-pit 1 Block to EKU & Downtown, 2 Miles to I-75

Family-friendly vacation home in Richmond

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Dining
The Wellington, a 1950s charmer in downtown Richmond, KY invites you to relax by the backyard fire-pit or stroll to Eastern Kentucky University and City Park. Enjoy the front patio with umbrella and furniture or grill on the back deck.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Spacious Home - Sleeps 8 Fire-pit 1 Block to EKU & Downtown, 2 Miles to I-75

Private use of a 4 bedroom/ 2 bath house in downtown Richmond, KY with backyard fire-pit.
Walk to the City Park, Eastern Kentucky University (EKU), Downtown, Shopping, Restaurants, Bars, 5 mins to I-75 & all Richmond has to offer.

The Wellington was built in 1950 and has retained all her charm, along with her upgrades. There is a new concrete walk, front parking pad, side parking pad, front patio (with patio furniture and umbrella in season), back deck (with commercial grill and deck furniture), landscaping, tree swing, and a fire pit with seating.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking or vaping. Good area for walking.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
** Strip the sheet sets on each bed used & put in laundry baskets. Comforters and decorative pillows stay in rooms and are washed & rotated between stays.
Set thermostats to 72/summer or 68/winter. Empty all trash cans into the black bin beside the stairs of the back deck. Please message or text (859) 302-3781 upon leaving for cleaners’ access.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No weapons No recreational drugs: using, buying or selling No extra overnight guests Be kind to neighbors Pick up after pets NOTE: One-way street

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $50/stay/pet Tell Us Breed, Size, # of Pets-Max 3

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Walking distance to a park. 5 Minutes to Lake Reba

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping. Good area for walking.

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
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
Property Registration Number 121802

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The Wellington House by Eastern Kentucky University

About the neighborhood

Map
Richmond, KY

What's nearby

  • Eastern Kentucky University - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Irvine McDowell City Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Richmond Area Arts Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • EKU Center for the Arts - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Baptist Health Richmond - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Blue Grass Airport (LEX) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dreaming Creek Brewery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jackson's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Madison Garden - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Smitty's Southern Style BBQ - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Home - Sleeps 8 Fire-pit 1 Block to EKU & Downtown, 2 Miles to I-75 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. 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 Spacious Home - Sleeps 8 Fire-pit 1 Block to EKU & Downtown, 2 Miles to I-75?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Home - Sleeps 8 Fire-pit 1 Block to EKU & Downtown, 2 Miles to I-75?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Home - Sleeps 8 Fire-pit 1 Block to EKU & Downtown, 2 Miles to I-75 located?

Located in the heart of Richmond, this family-friendly vacation home is steps from Eastern Kentucky University and Richmond Area Arts Center. Irvine McDowell City Park and E.C. Million Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Spacious Home - Sleeps 8 Fire-pit 1 Block to EKU & Downtown, 2 Miles to I-75 Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

6.0

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location- close to downtown and campus. Very comfortable house. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarrad M.

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

Lovely property

Even nicer than the pictures! Best equipped VRBO I have stayed at and I have rented many. Super clean, tastefully decorated and comfortable furnishings. Would absolutely stay here again if in Richmond.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwarn C.

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

CARVER

Very nice stay I will come again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house made you feel at home. Very clean and stocked with whatever you need. From kitchen items to shampoo in the bath, not much more you would want.I had my dogs with me and the yard was great for them even having to tie out! Will definitely use again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany F.

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

Perfect girls getaway!

We enjoyed every single detail offered in this property! The host was so kind, friendly and helpful. Holly shared so many neat places with us and we were able to enjoy a few of them with the time we had! We’d definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brandi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it. Nice and cozy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

j s.

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

Great host and house

Great host and was very available for any questions. Walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

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

Great little house!

Very clean with very friendly property managers! Great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

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

Excellent home

House was great. Location is perfect, in the middle of town. Holly was great to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent K.

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

Great place

Super nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keaton W.

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

Wonderful place to stay!

Everything was perfect. Great location and very pleasant owners. We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

jon s.

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

Great location!

Great house, great location..
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corey C.

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

Very affordable little house.

This house suited our needs perfectly. The host was very timely with her responses and was extremely nice. We had the chance to meet her and she seemed genuine. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen K.

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

Charming!

Charming house!Beautifully decorated!Excellent host communication!Lovely stay!Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Passing through

Stayed in the house for a night on our way home from a trip to Florida. House was convenient, clean, and had plenty of room for the seven of us after a long drive.We would stay here again if we come back to the area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry R.

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

Great Location, Plenty room for my family

Convenient location, everything we needed. Great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell h.

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

Great stay all around

Great stay. House was clean and as advertised. Recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA S.

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

Very comfortable

Will stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

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

Great house in a convenient location!

We enjoyed our stay at the Wellington! The house is cozy, and the owners have made it welcoming! The location was very convenient for us during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery A.

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

Nice getaway house.

Clean and comfortable house to stay in.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Russ L.

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

Lexington stay

My partner Ginny went to here grandsons wedding she enjoyed the house .
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lillian G., Tampa

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

Family Get Away

House was clean, well equipped, and the perfect location to EKU.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly T.

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

Very Homey

We enjoyed our stay at The Wellington and will definitely book again if we are ever in the Richmond area again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

doug m.

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

Weekend home base

Great place to stay for our short weekend trip. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mendy A.

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

Perfect!

Charming home with great university vibe. Close to I75 and several restaurant choices. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024