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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Interior
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
NZ$2,828
avg per night

Explore the area

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Montrose, CO
  • Place, Ute Indian Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Chief Ouray and Chipeta Memorial
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Chipeta State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Montrose, CO (MTJ-Montrose Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

10 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 8

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 9

1 King Bed

Bedroom 10

2 Queen Beds

Suite Room 1

1 King Bed

Suite Room 2

1 Queen Bed

9 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 8

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 9

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Handicap Room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Handicap Room 2

Toilet · Shower only

Suite shared bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
The current price is NZ$2,828
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About the area

Montrose

Located in Montrose, this lodge is in a rural area. Links At Cobble Creek and Cobble Creek Golf Community are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Chipeta State Park. Fox Park and Buckley Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Ute Indian Museum - 6 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Chief Ouray and Chipeta Memorial - 6 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Chipeta State Park - 6 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Links At Cobble Creek - 9 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Bridges Golf & Country Club - 10 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Montrose, CO (MTJ-Montrose Regional) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Culver’s - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Old School Lodge

Nestled among beautiful vistas of Colorado’s most scenic byways, you can almost hear the bell of this historic schoolhouse calling children to a new day of learning. Today, visitors from across the country and around the world are called to a new purpose of exploration, adventure, relaxation and self reflection.

Built in 1914, The Old School Lodge in Montrose, Colorado, was operated as a public school until 1986. Today, the renovated lodge located on 2.3 acres, is home to the ultimate vacation destination. The schoolhouse themed home features ten large bedrooms, eight with full baths, and one master suite with two rooms and a shared bath. The lodge features 12-foot ceilings and hardwood floors throughout, with easy access to laundry and a picnic area.

Step into the spacious great room, featuring a gas fireplace and wet bar. The new and fully equipped commercial kitchen provides everything necessary to meet any culinary challenge. The dining area is arranged for comfort, but can be adapted to accommodate family gatherings, retreats or business events. The original boys and girls bathrooms have been remodeled for visitors and guests.

FREE high-speed Wi-Fi and flat screen televisions are available in every room, but nothing is more captivating than what’s waiting for you outside the door. The Old School Lodge is located in the scenic Uncompahgre River Valley. Discover the beauty and natural wonders of Black Canyon National Park, Grand Mesa, the San Juan Mountains and the Uncompahgre Plateau.

Fun and adventure abound every season. Take in the view or hit the trail. Go sightseeing, white water rafting, rock climbing, fly fishing, hunting, golfing, boating, hiking, biking, skiing or snowboarding. Enjoy shopping, a guided Jeep tour or refine your photography skills in nature.

The historic classrooms may no longer welcome students, but this wondrous destination still offers much to experience, learn and enjoy. Answer the bell by planning your next family vacation, retreat, business meeting or destination event at The Old School Lodge.

***DISCLAIMER***
The listed price does not include bookings for events (weddings, parties, large gatherings). Please message us for the adjusted rate of $3499. Thank you!

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No chewing tobacco spit in sinks or porch.

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old School Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old School Lodge?

As of 30 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old School Lodge on 2 May 2026 start from NZ$2,828, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Old School Lodge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at The Old School Lodge?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Old School Lodge located?

Situated in a rural location, this lodge is within 6 miles (10 km) of Ute Indian Museum, Chief Ouray and Chipeta Memorial and Chipeta State Park. Links At Cobble Creek and Cobble Creek Golf Community are also within 9 miles (15 km).

The Old School Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Family Trip

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful old school house. Very comfy beds and plenty of space for everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

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

Old School Lodge is the best!

A large group of women hikers gathered and this was our base. We loved the facility with it’s comfortable beds, private rooms, industrial kitchen, and deep shaded porches. We highly recommend this property which was clean and is managed by a very responsive property manager
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

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

Senior golfers annual tournament

The Old School House provided the perfect venue for our group of golf friends. Everyone had their own private bedroom and bath. The common area was a generous space for all to relax and share meals without feeling crowded. And the historic ambience was an added bonus. What a gem in Montrose.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi B.

Every single thing about the place was perfect!

Easy Access to everything. Furnished superbly. Everything you need is right there! Very spacious. And with so many people in one house, you couldn't hear a thing from other rooms. Recommend highly to large groups!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quinn W.

Old Schoolhouse Montrose, Colorado

We 12 golfers had a great time at the Old Schoolhouse. The facility was just right for us. We were a little worried about no air conditioning but with the ceiling fans it was cool. We would definitely recommend this place to anyone who is planning a get together in Montrose.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy B.

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

Exceptional property for large groups.

This rental worked well for our group which was mostly 4 wheel drive enthusiasts. Trails as close as 20 minutes from the house on the plateau west of HWY 550. Silverton is about an hour’s drive. Plenty of parking for tow rigs and trailers on the property. Only downfall no AC, but we brought along a box fan to put in the window at night.....worked well with the ceiling fan. It actually wasn’t bad during the day as long as windows and shades were closed early. With 90+ degrees during the day and coming from a person who doesn’t do heat well, it was surprisingly comfortable/tolerable without AC.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ticia S.

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

Wedding Guest Group

This house is great for a big group. Everything was well maintained and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

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

Golf getaway

We had our annual golf trip to the western slope and loved the accommodations for our large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy R.

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

Old School Lodge is great!!

We loved our time at the Old School Lodge! It was perfect for ten childhood friends having a reunion. The rooms were very comfortable and the gathering area is huge!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack H.

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

Family wedding

We had family coming from 3 different states for our sons wedding. The house was just perfect for us and everything is so nice and comfortable. It’s great that even has their own private bathroom too. We were not disappointed at all with this unique school house rental
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quinn W.

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

12 guys playing GOLF.

Clean and spacious property. Great location and plenty of room. We enjoyed it and will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

A fun atmosphere!

Every loved the experience. Great for a large group while providing privacy if wanted.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Beautiful with lots of room!!

Great house for the whole family!! Location is not far from everything!!! Clean, lots of room, beds were comfy, and plenty of bathrooms!! Thank you for a great stay!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

AWESOME!!!

Clean, comfortable, perfect for our family. The kitchen has everything you need, beds are very comfortable and the family gathering area has lots of room. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis T.

Beautifully updated school house honoring its history. Very well maintained.

Our party of 18 enjoyed our motorcycle Rocky Mountain adventure. We explored every day and returned to the school house for dinner and enjoyed recalling our daily rides on the front porch and back deck. I would recommend this rental to any large group.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William T.

Beautiful and Practical

We used the property for a graduation, it was great we were all able to stay together and enjoy the property. The family is trying to figure other reasons to use the property they loved it so much!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

60th Anniversary Party

We rented the school for our parent's 60th wedding anniversary. It was perfect for us to stay in and also host the party. My entire family attended the Uncompahgre School as children, so it was also a fun school reunion. We had around 65 guests at the anniversary party, and there was plenty of room for everyone. The old school is very nicely renovated. It had everything we needed. I would highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Grover W.

Family Reunion

A unique well planned restoration. The Old School Lodge was everything our group expected, the spacious bed room/baths, furnished kitchen and huge dining/lounge area gave everyone space to lounge. The Old School Lodge is located in the center of SW Colorado, so much to see. "Have an urge to go back to school-THE OLD SCHOOL LODGE is the place" Want to thank Albert and Ran for our wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Don H.

Hidden Gem

The only place to stay if you are visiting Montrose. The house was perfect, well maintained and handled eight couples with ease. Thanks again to our hosts.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lesa F.

Motorcycle Trip

As a group of old friends and motorcycle enthusiasts, we select a destination each year for a week long bike trip. This year we stayed in Montrose at the Old Schoolhouse. We had a great trip and found the Schoolhouse to be a great base location. Every family had a large bedroom with a private bath and the greatroom was perfect for meals and private conversations. The favorite gathering spot was the large front porch which hosted numerous sessions each morning and evening. Thanks for making this a memorable trip !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Diana W.

Delightful

I spent several wonderful months in the school house while my house was being rebuilt. The high ceilings, big windows, fireplace and pristine wooden floors make it a very special space. It is very well furnished and maintained, and the owners are delightful and easy to work with. I would very much recommend this place to anyone, it's both cozy for couples and accommodating of large groups, plus the kitchen is very well organized and equipped and can service a crowd easily. Loved my stay there!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Family Reunion

Our stay at the Old School Lodge was much more that we expected. The new and fully furnished kitchen was a real blessing. The bedrooms with individual bathrooms were wonderful for the privacy and added to the ability to make the whole family happy. Eight year children to eighty year old grandparents all had plenty of room and privacy to make our stay wonderful in every way.
Stayed 150 nights in Nov 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Joanna Z.

Beautiful!

We stayed at the Old School Lodge for our son's graduation with our friends and family. It is beautiful, spacious, relaxing place and beds are super comfortable many of our friends and family members said they slept better at the lodge than at their own homes! And we loved the high ceilings it just made our stay with several people all the more comfortable. It felt like we were at retreat! Thank you!!!!