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Alone Mill Schoolhouse - A paradise for outdoor lovers

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Alone Mill School House
Summer 2016 guest book
yard view from front porch, looking toward Turkey Hill Rd
Porch with chairs
Summer 2016 guest book

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Lexington, VA
  • Virginia Horse Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Washington and Lee University
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Virginia Military Institute
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Den

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pets welcome for $40 additional charge
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside only.
No smoking inside please. Have fun!

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lexington

Located in Lexington, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lexington Valley Vineyard and Virginia Horse Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Goshen Pass Natural Area Preserve and Boxerwood Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Stonewall Jackson Grave and Layne's Country Store. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lexington, VA

What's nearby

  • Virginia Horse Center - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Washington and Lee University - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Virginia Military Institute - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
  • VMI Museum - 14 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Theatre at Lime Kiln - 16 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cookout - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Macado's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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

This family-friendly Lexington holiday 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 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 192 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

Alone mill

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
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Candy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Visit in the Snow

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sondra S.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Run down cabin

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Marie G.

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

Great Stay for VMI Prospect Weekend

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny S.

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

Peaceful

Great central location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melonie C.

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

Great Stay!

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon K.

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

Quaint

Very clean; well stocked with everything needed except of course, food.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carly W.

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

Just what we needed!

This little house was the perfect thing to rest after a long day at the barn!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna L.

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

Great weekend

Lovely property for my parents and I to stay for the weekend. Close proximity to Big Spring Farm where we were attending a wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

George P.

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

Enjoyable & relaxing

Had a great time, house was furnished with everything one would need. Would recommend the place to others
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy H.

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

Amazing place!!

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!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Great quiet getaway

Our stay was great. We are a family of 6 and the house had plenty of room for us. My kids loved the yard and the creek and the pool table. This was the best equipped rental we've ever stayed in. It had everything we needed as a big family from dishes to towels there were lots of extras. It was awesome for my toddler. There was a booster seat for the table, plug covers on outlets, and a pack n play. There were books, puzzles and games for every age. It was super quiet and the porch was great for coffee in the morning. We never made it to the big river, the creek in the yard was great. We recommend Rockbridge county pizza and pasta for dinner. Its by the superwalmart. And the Virginia Transportation Museum in Roanoke was worth the hour ride. We would for sure stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie W.

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

Much fun

The house was in a great location.Charlie and his wife were totally the best. We had an excellent time we'll be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

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

a great stay

Sarah was great, the property was clean and well stocked, and the river was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey O.

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

Wonderful Property, wonderful hosts

The home was clean, the location was beautiful, and my 1 year old enjoyed splashing in the stream. Hosts were responsive and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Schoolhouse stay

The property was exactly as described and we had an excellent time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet!

Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Floyd B.

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

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

About the host

Hosted by Sarah or Charles

Host profile image
I have lived in Rockbridge County, VA since 1990. While I attended W&L, my friends & I often drove around the county. I always loved driving through Alone Mill when we were going to Goshen Pass; I knew there was special magic in this place. It's peaceful & the stars are brighter than most.

Why they chose this property

My partner bought a house at Alone Mill in 1998 & when the Schoolhouse became available in 2007, I jumped at the opportunity. The Maury River here is perfect for canoeing, tubing, or just lounging in a chair at the edge of the water! Anyone who likes to spend time outdoors loves Alone Mill.

What makes this property unique

Fresh water recreation - fishing, canoeing, boating, tubing - and plenty to do inside or in Lexington area if the weather isn't perfect. Ample space in the cabin for a large group to gather and enjoy time together.

Languages:

English, French