Railway House in Charming Downtown Midway, KY near Bourbon Trail/Keeneland

9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Midway, KY

Equus Run Vineyard & Winery8 min drive
Kentucky Horse Park16 min drive
Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass)21 min drive
Keeneland Racing Course22 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Clover Room

1 Double Bed

Poppy Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Little Blue

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Garden

About this property

This unique, early 1800’s historic house sits 50 FEET from the railroad. The train blows by 3x during the day, tooting & whistling away & once or twice at night. It is the second oldest residence built in Midway. The plot of land where the house sits was one of the initial purchases from the railroad company which was the first town in KY to build a Railroad Town.
Guests will enjoy their private, bright & cozy upstairs with 2 nicely sized bedrooms with plenty of closet space. The bathroom in between the bedrooms & breakfast nook is very small, but clean & efficient. There is a mini fridge, coffee & tea station. Ice bucket @ 5:00 pm each night is available upon request. Entrance & exit is through the front door & through the one-room art gallery which is closed off from the rest of the house. 9 ORIGINAL VERY STEEP & NARROW STAIRS leads to the cheery upstairs accommodations. STAIRS ARE NOT FOR PEOPLE WITH MOBILITY ISSUES. BIG, HEAVY SUITCASES ALSO WILL POSE A PROBLEM IF YOU ARE NOT UP FOR WRANGLING THEM UP THE 9 STAIR CLIMB. Please see pictures :)
Ample off street parking is available. If you are bicycle-touring/racing, garage arrangements in back can be be made for bicycles. Off street horse trailer parking can also be arranged.
Ellen, the host, lives in the back part of the house which is closed off from the art gallery room & upstairs. The only contact would be if Ellen is in the gallery with customers during the day. Since the house is on the residential side of Main St. (aka Railroad St.) people do not know really know the gallery is there. It is more of an appointment-based gallery which Ellen prefers for much needed private time in the studio (which is also closed off). She can be reached anytime if needed on her cell phone preferably by text during your stay. Guests really enjoy walking to the restaurants & shops which are only half a block away.

Property manager

Ellen Skidmore

Languages

English

Amenities

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Adults only

CHILDREN FROM 9 YRS IS PREFECT FOR THE PROPERTY

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please place used dishes etc. in basket. If you’d like clean dishes and refreshed ice-bucket, please leave at top of stairs when leaving for the day.

Please park in house’s off-street driveway to right of house leaving space for another car to your side not in front of the house

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Midway

Located in Midway, this holiday home is in the city centre. Buffalo Trace Distillery and Equus Run Vineyard & Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kentucky Horse Park and Cove Spring Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Keeneland Racing Course or The Red Mile Racetrack. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

Midway, KY

What's nearby

Equus Run Vineyard & Winery - 8 min drive
The Kentucky Castle - 16 min drive
Kentucky Horse Park - 16 min drive
Woodford Reserve Distillery - 17 min drive
Keeneland Racing Course - 22 min drive

Getting around

Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 17 min walk
Wallace Station - 4 min drive
The Midway Bakery - 14 min walk
Subway - 18 min walk
Brown Barrel - 4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Railway House in Charming Downtown Midway, KY near Bourbon Trail/Keeneland pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Railway House in Charming Downtown Midway, KY near Bourbon Trail/Keeneland ?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Railway House in Charming Downtown Midway, KY near Bourbon Trail/Keeneland ?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Railway House in Charming Downtown Midway, KY near Bourbon Trail/Keeneland located?

Located in the heart of Midway, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Damselfly Gallery and within 9 miles (15 km) of Equus Run Vineyard & Winery and Headley-Whitney Museum. Nostalgia Station Toy Train Museum and Raintree Gallery and Framing are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

16 May 2024

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

Charming Property and Awesome Stay

We booked this property the weekend of the derby. It was perfect for us. Everything is well thought of- and just absolutely charming. Property owner is accessible and wonderful to communicate with- we will definitely rebook in the future ❤️

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

19 Apr 2024

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

Great and will stay again

Perfect for a short trip. I believe it'd be perfect for a long trip too.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN R.

7 Aug 2023

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

Charming 1830’s cottage

A girlfriend and I had an event in Frankfort, just 15 miles away, and wanted a more interesting experience than can be found in a hotel. We both really enjoyed this home, full of the owner/artist’s colorful, whimsical art. Each of us had a spacious bedroom of antique furniture, with a small well equipped bathroom, and a sitting area with window, coffee, tea and small refrigerator off of the landing between us. The gardens were beautiful, and Ellen was a great host. The steps are steep but we had no problems climbing them, and the rope handrail felt authentic. We would definitely stay here again. We also enjoyed the eclectic little shops and restaurants in downtown Midway, within easy walking distance.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

21 June 2023

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

Loved LOVED Loved it!

Beautiful home, perfectly and accurately described. Ellen was a great host. Her art is inspirational. The small town of Midway was a breath of fresh air from the city. Everyone we encountered was gracious and polite. We can't wait to visit again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

7 May 2023

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

Weekend Getaway

As two working moms, we were excited to have a weekend where our calendars aligned. This cute little house was the perfect space and location. In the morning we were able to walk and grab a cup of coffee before heading out to a few distilleries. In the evenings, we took advantage if the nearby restaurants. The space was clean and there were cute touches throughout. As stated in the description, the stairs up are narrow and steep. The shower is also very small, functional and clean, but small. If you sleep late, you will want to know there are a couple trains that go by “early”(after 7 am). The tracks are just on the other side of the street close to the front of the house. As an early riser, this wasn’t a problem for me. Overall, it was prefect for two moms needing a couple of nights away. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ellen Skidmore

Ellen has been behind the easel for almost 30 years. Her paintings are held in private and public collections across the US & in Europe. In Midway, she found the perfect place to open her own small gallery. With her unique designs, she started Throw Me A Carrot, LLC which specializes in equestrian themed gifts. A portion of these sales is donated to Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance.

Why they chose this property

Perfect for people who appreciate historic homes. This house was built in the early 1800’s. It is located on the residential side of Main St. but Is only a short block’s walk to the Railroad Shops & restaurants of Midway.
Midway is just off interstate 64 so only15 minutes to the Kentucky Horse Park, Keeneland Race Course & the infamous Bourbon Trail, horse farm tours, etc.

What makes this property unique

Large desk, fast WiFi, great beds, reading/relaxing chairs, big closets. The Cookie Nook which is in between the two bedrooms and opposite the bathroom has a Keurig coffee maker, electric water kettle, mini fridge with sugar, cream, plates etc. provided.
Ellen lives and works full time on the property and is usually around to hopefully answer any questions preferably by text.