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Alone Mill Schoolhouse - A paradise for outdoor lovers

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Alone Mill School House
yard view from front porch, looking toward Turkey Hill Rd
Porch with chairs
fishing in the Maury River (a 3 minute walk)
Kitchen

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
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Washington and Lee University
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Virginia Military Institute
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field)
    ‪77 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

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
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.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Please left used beds unmade. Please leave kitchen door unlocked and key inside as you found it. Any trash that won’t fit in cans please leave in the kitchen. We are pretty laid back.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Washington and Lee University - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Virginia Military Institute - 12 min drive - 11.9 km
  • VMI Museum - 12 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Theatre at Lime Kiln - 14 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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).

About the host

Hosted by Sarah or Charles

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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