Alone Mill Schoolhouse - A paradise for outdoor lovers

Lexington, Virginia
$228 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

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Home Private Vacation Home

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Sleep 8

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Night 2 nights

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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 intoLexington. 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

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  • School District Availability
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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit No Carbon Monoxide Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Carbon Monoxide Detector Or Gas Appliances On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1800 Sq Ft (167 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 50+ Mbps
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Boat On Site Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Hunting Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Pool Or Billiards Table Table Tennis Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

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

    In A Rural Location Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Note From Host: Smoking Allowed Outside Only. Smoke-free Property Wheelchair Accessible

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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Review Review

  • Migdalia

    Submitted May 14, 2023

    Stayed May 11, 2023

    We had a pleasant time and the host was welcoming. The environment was clean but smelled a little musty and the windows were not cleaned so had lots of bugs and dust. Besides that we enjoyed our stay and would come again.

  • Courtney H.

    Submitted Apr 12, 2026

    Stayed Apr 8, 2026

    We had a great experience. Owner’s were easy to communicate with and very laid back. It’s a unique spot. Definitely was a great fit for spending time with family. Would stay here again.

  • Austin S.

    Submitted Mar 13, 2026

    Stayed Mar 5, 2026

    This place was fantastic. I was going to an alpaca show at the Virginia Horse Center and it was a great place to bring my family. I will say that we did not have time to explore the grounds but the home provided everything we needed and couldn’t have done any better. Would definitely stay there again if the opportunity arises.

  • Melissa F.

    Submitted Mar 9, 2026

    Stayed Feb 21, 2026

    We had a nice relaxing stay at the schoolhouse. It has a cozy “grandma’s house” vibe, perfect for a last minute visit with my college student. We appreciated the comfortable beds and that each bedroom could adjust the baseboard heat to their own comfort level. The kitchen was equipped with what we needed, and teens/young adults enjoyed the pool table. Once you get accustomed to the roads, the trip into town is easy and scenic. True to the listing, home isn’t fancy, but it was perfect for our relaxing long weekend.

  • CHARLES D.

    Submitted Feb 3, 2026

    Stayed Jan 30, 2026

    Stayed there last year, will stay again next year.Host is great. everything is just like she says.

  • Carol A.

    Submitted Jan 8, 2026

    Stayed Jan 2, 2026

    The house was clean and well equipped and the pool table provided a lot of fun.

  • Scott M.

    Submitted Dec 22, 2025

    Stayed Dec 16, 2025

    This was a wonderful place for our family to stay. Even though it was cold out, the heat worked well. The kids had fun playing in the yard and the creek. The Christmas tree was a nice touch -- made it feel like home. It was also neat reading about the history of the schoolhouse, and the community it served. We'd love to stay here again when we're back in the neighborhood.

  • ANGELA B.

    Submitted Dec 2, 2025

    Stayed Nov 28, 2025

    A very quiet, peaceful location, but yet only 15 minutes from Lexington. The house was spotless and very comfortable. The kitchen was stocked with everything you need. This was a lively get away li ation!

  • Tim M.

    Submitted Nov 23, 2025

    Stayed Nov 13, 2025

    Rustic, quiet and peaceful. No frills.

  • Andrea B.

    Submitted Nov 7, 2025

    Stayed Nov 2, 2025

    Great time, beautiful area. The kids loved the pool table and seeing the deer in the morning. The hosts provided everything we needed. We can't wait to visit again.

  • Jodi H.

    Submitted Nov 2, 2025

    Stayed Oct 31, 2025

    The house was spacious and clean, the host lives nearby and greeted us when we arrived. The location definitely is remote in the woods but the yard was great to let our dog roam on a long leash.

  • Tabatha C.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2025

    Stayed Oct 7, 2025

    The house was wonderful everything u need .Guest was awesome it was quite loved sitting out on the porch after work and did manage to get 1 or 2 games of pool in we just loved it will definitely go back hopefully with family as a vacation

  • Beth H.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 26, 2025

    Alone Mill Schoolhouse was very charming, had everything we needed for our stay, and the host who lived nearby was wonderful and welcoming. Check in and check out was about as easy as it gets! We were near our family wedding venue which made it nice. Breathtaking part of Virginia. Would recommend to friends and family.

  • Carla M.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 17, 2025

    This is a great house with a lot of room!! The yard is great for kids! Had everything we needed for a fantastic quiet stay!! Chuck and Sarah are great host!!

  • Margaret W.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    We had a lovely weekend! The house was perfect with 3 bedrooms and a den. We went to the Virginia Safari on Saturday. Grilled steaks Saturday. And had s’mores at the fire pit that evening. It was off the beaten path, but was still within 15 minutes to Walmart and Starbucks. Overall a great stay!

  • Kelly T.

    Submitted Sep 11, 2025

    Stayed Sep 4, 2025

    It was clean

  • Lindsey C.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2025

    Stayed Aug 30, 2025

    Wonderful stay!

  • George P.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2025

    Stayed Aug 16, 2025

    Enjoyable and relaxing, close to Natural Bridge attractions. The only thing I would have liked more is if the bushes on the porch off the pool room had been trimmed up so we could have used that porch area better, but besides that everything else was great. Thank you George Perras

  • Rachel M.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2025

    Stayed Aug 23, 2025

    We loved everything about our stay! Absolutely cannot wait to stay again.

  • Heidi I.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2025

    Stayed Jul 13, 2025

    Quiet, Clean and fun stay with a creek to explore at your own front door. We were able to sit and watch deer from the front porch.

  • Elizabeth S.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    This was the perfect middle point for our family to meet for a long weekend. Everything was wonderful. Sarah and Charles showed us how to get to the river access. The yard was fantastic for games and we all enjoyed creek stomping. The house was great. Very comfortable and well laid out. We look forward to staying again!

  • Nicole F.

    Submitted Jun 28, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

    Great place to stay for a quiet, outdoorsy getaway. It's not fancy, it's quaint, and plenty of room for a small group. We loved the side porch, the creek and teaching our little one to play pool. Thank you!

  • Martha I.

    Submitted May 7, 2025

    Stayed Apr 24, 2025

    It was a great place to rest up after busy days at the reunion. Thanks!

  • Rian L.

    Submitted May 4, 2025

    Stayed May 1, 2025

    My group really enjoyed the school house. While not the most convenient location for W&L, it was a nice quiet place to escape to at the end of the night. I would describe it as shabby chic. It served all our needs and we would stay there again.

  • Ashley W.

    Submitted Apr 11, 2025

    Stayed Mar 14, 2025

    The location of the property is secluded just as we'd hope for. There's a really cute creek and fire pit to sit and enjoy nature and silence. There's plenty of space indoors for everyone not to feel too cramped together if your traveling with company. The fact we could bring our dogs with us was a huge bonus. I read reviews saying the beds were awful, they are not .they are traditional mattresses, but even my picky sleeper husband slept just fine with no a

  • John R.

    Submitted Feb 16, 2025

    Stayed Feb 14, 2025

    Very fun getaway property. Well equipped kitchen, comfy beds, coffee makers and well heated/insulated in the wintry weather. Property is lovely for walks and must be amazing in all seasons. Close enough to Lexington for errands, far enough away to be secluded and quiet. Pool Table was a big hit!

  • Sondra S.

    Submitted Dec 11, 2024

    Stayed Dec 4, 2024

    Very disappointed with this place. The floors were dirty and our feet and socks were filthy. I was in town for an event that I needed the oven for baking. The oven turned on and got warm but not warm enough to bake anything. It wouldn't even defrost my frozen meal. Very very disappointing.

  • Marie G.

    Submitted Nov 20, 2024

    Stayed Nov 14, 2024

    Another mom and I spent two nights in the Alone Mill Schoolhouse while our sons enjoyed a weekend tour of VMI. The house was close to campus and offered all the conveniences we needed. The setting was beautiful! I wish we would have had more time to enjoy our surroundings! Maybe we will stay here again if our boys become cadets!

  • Danny S.

    Submitted Oct 4, 2024

    Stayed Sep 29, 2024

    Great central location

  • Melonie C.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 26, 2024

    House was exactly as pictured. Large enough for our family of 6 to be comfortable. the outside area perfect for little ones. Host was great to work with. Easy check in and out process. We will return!

  • Sharon K.

    Submitted Sep 26, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    Very clean; well stocked with everything needed except of course, food.

  • Carly W.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2024

    Stayed Sep 5, 2024

    This little house was the perfect thing to rest after a long day at the barn!

  • Anna L.

    Submitted Sep 5, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    Lovely property for my parents and I to stay for the weekend. Close proximity to Big Spring Farm where we were attending a wedding.

  • George P.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2024

    Stayed Aug 17, 2024

    Had a great time, house was furnished with everything one would need. Would recommend the place to others

  • Christy H.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    Our family absolutely enjoyed staying at this beautiful property! We were in town visiting family and could not have picked a better place to stay! We will definitely be returning in the future! Charles and Sarah were amazing hosts and answered any questions we had and provided us access to the the River from their adjacent property!!

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