When you stay at this vacation home in Lexington, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Virginia Military Institute and Alumni Memorial Field. .This vacation home is 15.7 mi (25.3 km) from Virginia Safari Park and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from George Washington National Forest.
Virginia Military Institute - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
Washington and Lee University - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
VMI Museum - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
Southern Virginia University - 11 min drive - 8.8 km
Getting around
Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) - 66 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 7 min drive
7-Eleven - 8 min drive
Cook Out - 9 min drive
Starbucks - 7 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.
Water Trough Hill - Views of Lexington
Water Trough HIll is located 3 Miles from Lexington, 4 miles from Buena Vista and 5 miles to the Virginia Horse Center. Guest favorite for a large open spacious house with amazing views and photography of wildlife. There is a extra Guest fee after 2 Guests of $35 per night. The house will comfortably sleep up to 11 guests.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
A complimentary breakfast is included.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
A complimentary breakfast is offered.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Free breakfast available
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
No lift
Designated smoking areas
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Spelunking nearby
Swimming 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
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30
Check-out
Check-out before 11:30 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
Gather used towels
Take out the trash
Turn down beds that were used…. !!
Put used towels into hampers or laundry washer…!
Take trash to garage trash cans ..!
Dirty Dishes into dishwasher..!!
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 and a first aid kit
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Water Trough Hill - Views of Lexington Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 51 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Patricia F.
27 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was wonderful, thank you
Patricia F.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Esther E.
26 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
House is bigger than it looks in the pictures! Beds were super comfortable and the house was well stocked with everything you need for a visit. We were in town for my son’s wedding and hosted a family dinner for 20 people one night with plenty of areas for people to sit, chat and play games. Great communication with host and woke up with deer in the yard every morning Uoulp be surrounded by great views with plenty of outdoor space to enjoy them.
Esther E.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jane L.
25 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The house was very large and comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed. The views from the front and back of the house were beautiful. We enjoyed sitting on the sun porch each afternoon as it was a little too cool to sit on the front porch. The host was very responsive and went above and beyond during our stay. My only complaint would be that the house could use a good dusting and window washing. I stayed with my 3 sisters and we would definitely stay at Water Trough Hill again. Thanks
Jane L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathy M., Missoula Montana USA
18 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
3 sets of sisters (7 of us) spent a delightful long weekend at Water Trough Hill. The house met our needs perfectly! Lots of room to spread out; 4 bathrooms was a bonus; the views are amazing with outstanding sunsets; the kitchen is well stocked; there was plenty of hot water and lots of big fluffy towels. Stephanie is a great hostess. She had the house opened up for us, fruit on the counter and milk in the fridge. She was very responsive to any inquiry we made and was happy to introduce us to her ponies. We would love to stay at Water Trough Hill again!
Kathy M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nanya F.
17 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, spacious home in a gorgeous setting. Clean, well-furnished and tastefully decorated. Four college friends gathered for the first time in many years. This was the perfect place for a relaxing, great time.
Nanya F.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
John K.
7 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
All good
John K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
David E.
3 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean , very spacious. Spectacular views!
David E.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Margaret B.
23 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Margaret B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Julie P.
26 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location! We loved watching the sunset views of the hills. The home is extremely clean, always a bonus!
Julie P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jesi E.
20 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This home is amazing. Tons of space for all guests. Clean and comfortable beads. Tons of room to eat and have multiple couples/ large family stay.
Jesi E.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
A S.
21 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This house was large and extremely well kept and fully stocked with anything and everything. Stephanie is a very attentive and personable host. Our stay here was very enjoyable and we hope to do it again in the near future. The 360 Mountain views are the best.
A S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sara T.
16 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
My family came for a visit so my son could check out VMI. The host was amazing and so responsive. The property was nice distance from VMI and provided the perfect retreat. We loved all the wildlife that we saw during our stay.
Sara T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
April A.
26 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and close to everything
We were stopping through on our way to the Great Smoky Mountains and had a lovely time here. It was exactly what we were looking for. The house has ample space and is nice and quiet. Make sure to do the Lexington Carriage Company historic tour, very informative!
April A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bill P.
14 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Stay
This place really was great and provided us with a nite away. Stephanie couldn't have been easier to work with, and she's taken the time to mail us back some things we left!
Bill P.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brian K H.
5 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
GREAT Location and Amenities
We really enjoyed our stay at this home - it was SPOTLESS, very well appointed with many "extras" provided by the owner. Great common spaces, including a porch and outdoor patio. While we were only two, this is a great place for a group. The mountain views are really lovely. We would definitely stay here again. Only minutes from Lexington.
Brian K H.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
16 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
A gym in the Blue Ridge
For a quick getaway birthday weekend, we took the family and the kids friends for a trip to Lexington. We spent the day at natural Bridge and came home to a wonderfully delightful house! Everyone had ample room for private time as well as well laid out dining and family rooms for games. The mid teenage kids played a variation of Flashlight tag in the fence in property. The views are absolutely amazing picture and look unreal! We stayed at VBROs quite often. The host was so wonderful leaving half gallon of milk, full-size toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, and soap.. Just an absolutely lovely place to stay five stars does not truly encompass. How wonderful of a home and a host this property is.If we’re back in Lexington, for some reason, we hope to be able to stay here once again
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Atrium C.
27 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Best of the best!!!!
Was a wonderful stay and plan to go back. Very home feeling… relaxing!!!
Atrium C.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cindy P.
17 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family wedding weekend
Very comfortable house, in a beautiful location. The house is exactly as shown in the photos. The bedrooms are very large, with comfortable beds. There were 8 adults in our group, 4 couples and there was plenty of
space for all of us.
Cindy P.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah K., Raleigh, NC
4 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay
Everything about this stay was excellent. From the communication with Stephanie before arriving to the cleanliness and thoughtful touches of the home to the beautiful views - it was a wonderful place to spend Thanksgiving! (Stephanie even brought over fruit, milk, and ice - so lovely!)
The home had everything you would need and more! The kitchen was very well stocked with everything to cook a big Thanksgiving meal! Stephanie had all the basics in the bathrooms, plus extra toothbrushes and razors if you forgot yours. The towels and blankets were soft and plush. It was the best place to relax, get comfy, and enjoy family time.
It is a little over an hour from Monticello, about 25 minutes from the natural bridge, and 5 minutes from downtown Lexington. Make time to visit downtown while you are there. The town is cute, the shops are great, and be sure to visit TAPS. It is a classy and fun hangout.
I hope we can visit again!
Sarah K.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Edna G.
25 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views!
Our favorite feature of this house is the beautiful views from all windows. The rooms are spacious and clean. The house is well-stocked with toiletries, kitchen and laundry products, thick towels, etc. - more than other places we’ve rented. Stephanie is a pleasure! We were seeking a quiet week of relaxation, and this rental was perfect for that. But, there is much to do in the area and plenty of space for children to play inside or outside.
Edna G.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
David E.
6 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lexington week
We enjoyed our stay Plenty of room
David E.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Cheryl C.
1 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend trip
Stephanie was a great host, always available and so kind. The house was very convenient to the wedding location and the Lexington area for exploring. Everyone enjoyed the house!
Cheryl C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Colleen B.
22 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing with fantastic views
Stephanie is a superb host. Fantastic views. Plenty of room with a great 3 season porch. Everything you need plus more. We hope to return in the future.
Colleen B.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lois O.
15 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay!
Host is wonderful, considerate, very helpful & friendly. Provided fresh fruits, cake, milk, coffee, etc. for breakfast. Loved meeting her horses too. Home is spacious, well supplied with linens & toiletries. Location works well, is near Lexington, Buena Vista & major roads. Highly recommend.
Lois O.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Edward R.
19 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
It was an amazing property. Stephanie greeted us when we got there and showed us around the home. It was a peaceful location and had amazing views of the mountains and we had a family of 8 deer wondering around the property at different times of the day. Stephanie was even nice enough one evening to take us down to see her horses and explain things about them. Was close to VMI and we will definitely stay again