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Alone Mill Schoolhouse - A paradise for outdoor lovers

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, table tennis, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Lexington, VA
  • Popular LocationVirginia Horse Center8 min drive
  • Popular LocationWashington and Lee University9 min drive
  • Popular LocationVirginia Military Institute11 min drive
  • AirportWeyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)55 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Alone Mill Schoolhouse - A paradise for outdoor lovers

Come experience the magic of Alone Mill! Canoe, bike, hike or just hang out by the creek!

We are a 15 minute (6 mile) drive from Lexington, Virginia, home to Washington & Lee University, Virginia Military Institute and the Virginia Horse Center. Rockbridge County Virginia is home to the Maury River, the only river in Virginia that begins & ends in the same county. Spring, summer and fall are great times for running the whitewater in Goshen Pass or tubing the flat water into Lexington. Come to the country where you can stay up late, dazzled by the stars and the Milky Way.

In the late fall & winter, enjoy our cozy cabin and a game of pool. After dark in June and July, the lightning-bug display is amazing every night! Later in the summer and fall, the tree frogs and cicadas fill the air with their songs. The cabin is right on a popular (and challenging) biking route.

The School House is located within 300 yards of a river access point locally known as Alone Mill. Upstream is my personal favorite stretch of canoeing on the Maury, it's a peaceful 5 hour ride in slow water and can be as fast as 2 hours when the river is up! You can put in at Goshen or Rockbridge Baths and walk home from the take-out.

If you're more interested in a bubbling stream, Alone Mill Creek passes within 50 feet of the front door!

Rockbridge County also has thousands of acres of National Forest and State-managed land for hunting and hiking in the mountains. The cabin is within about 6 miles of access at Goshen Pass and other spots are equally close.

Other activities at the School House include a pool table, ping pong, basketball goal and badmitton set. The yard is large and flat, perfect for a football game, and the driveway is flat also, good for the little kids to practice bike riding.

A 1 mile walk will take you to weekend wine tasting at Lexington Valley Vineyard, one of several vineyards in the county.

Keywords: House, Cabin, Guest House, Casita, Family Fun, River, Swimming Hole

Property manager

Sarah or Charles

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed outside only.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Boat on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets welcome for $40 additional charge

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Alone Mill Schoolhouse Outdoor Lover's Paradise House Lexington
Alone Mill Schoolhouse Outdoor Lover's Paradise House
Alone Mill Schoolhouse Outdoor Lover's Paradise Lexington
Alone Mill Schoolhouse Outdoor Lover's Paradise
Alone Mill Schoolhouse Outdoor Lover's Paradise House Lexington
Alone Mill Schoolhouse Outdoor Lover's Paradise House
Alone Mill Schoolhouse Outdoor Lover's Paradise Lexington
Alone Mill Schoolhouse Outdoor Lover's Paradise House Lexington
Alone Mill Schoolhouse Outdoor Lover's Paradise House
Alone Mill Schoolhouse Outdoor Lover's Paradise Lexington
Alone Mill Schoolhouse - Outdoor Lover's Paradise Lexington
Alone Mill Schoolhouse Outdoor Lover's Paradise
Alone Mill Schoolhouse - Outdoor Lover's Paradise Lexington
Alone Mill Schoolhouse - Outdoor Lover's Paradise Lexington

About the area

Lexington

Located in Lexington, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lexington Valley Vineyard and The Lexington Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore George Washington National Forest and Goshen Pass Natural Area Preserve. Traveling with kids? Consider Stonewall Jackson Grave and Boxerwood Gardens. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Virginia Horse Center - 8 min drive
  • Washington and Lee University - 9 min drive
  • Virginia Military Institute - 11 min drive
  • VMI Museum - 14 min drive
  • Theatre at Lime Kiln - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cookout - 14 min drive
  • Brew Ridge Taps - 14 min drive
  • Don Tequila's - 14 min drive
  • Burger King - 10 min drive
  • Wendy's - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Alone Mill Schoolhouse - A paradise for outdoor lovers pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Alone Mill Schoolhouse - A paradise for outdoor lovers?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alone Mill Schoolhouse - A paradise for outdoor lovers?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Alone Mill Schoolhouse - A paradise for outdoor lovers located?

This family-friendly Lexington vacation home is located on the waterfront, 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Lexington Valley Vineyard, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Washington and Lee University and Virginia Military Institute. Stonewall Jackson Grave and Alumni Memorial Field are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 175 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A., Brick, New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
An amazing stay at the most adorable cabin in the woods. Sounds of a bubbling creek, cows and horses made this a peaceful retreat to get back to nature and reconnect with ourselves. We could not have asked for a more perfect mini vacation. Beautiful scenery and comfortable amenities too!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
We love the location of this property! It is older, and would be amazing if there could be one bed that was a bit larger (my husband is 6’4’’ and had a hard time,lol) But I love the fresh air and beauty of surroundings. Could use an updated keurig or at least some coffee for the coffee maker. It’s a haul to the store:) but overall, just fine for us!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful near Lexington school house
So wonderfully beautiful and peaceful. Short 15 min drive from Lexington. The stream could be used as a meditation tape! Coming back every time I visit Lexington
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Natalie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disappointing stay
Very remote location, house was left completely unlocked when we arrived which didn’t give us a feeling of safety. No blinds on the windows. Dated and several areas in need of repair or updating (couch covered over with a blanket, window treatments coming out of the walls). No AC in the bedrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy and Randy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay.
Stayed for a weekend while visiting friends in Lexington. The host, Charles, was incredibly nice and helpful, and the Schoolhouse is cute with an interesting history. Convenient to Lexington and 1 mile away from Lexington Valley Winery. Schoolhouse was clean, spacious, private, with huge yard and river running next to it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place!
Cool old school house that was transformed into a country cabin. Clean, well stocked, and in a very remote setting. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Brennan L., Big Sky, MT

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet!
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Floyd B.

Liked: Cleanliness
VMI Weekend
Very clean home. Spacious rooms and entertainment area. Great communication from owner. Very accommodating. The only gig was a musty smell when you enter, nothing overwhelming. The location is remote. You are within 15-20 minutes of Lexington but it is not an easy ride. If you know this up front, it is no issue, just an fyi.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint schoolhouse
There was so much unique character and history in this old schoolhouse. The setting was in the country with a little creek in the front yard. Although it was in a serene, quiet country setting Lexington was only 15 minutes away. Loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Downtime
Great for an off the beaten path vacation. Our little boys enjoyed outdoor space and the teenagers enjoyed the pool table.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023