Alone Mill Schoolhouse - A paradise for outdoor lovers - Kerrs Creek

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yard view from front porch, looking toward Turkey Hill Rd

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9.6

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pet friendly

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Lexington, VA

Virginia Horse Center8 min drive
Washington and Lee University9 min drive
Virginia Military Institute11 min drive
Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)62 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Den

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

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

Premier Host

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Overlooking Lexington and the Allegheny Mountains, in summer.

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Pets welcome for $40 additional charge

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

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 Goshen Pass Natural Area Preserve and Boxerwood Gardens. Traveling with kids? Consider Stonewall Jackson Grave and Layne's Country Store. Be sure to check out 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
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
‪Don Tequila's - ‬14 min drive
‪IHOP - ‬10 min drive
‪Devils Backbone Brewing Co - ‬12 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 Virginia Military Institute and Washington and Lee University. Stonewall Jackson Grave and Alumni Memorial Field are also within 9 mi (15 km).

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.

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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

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie W.

Jul 7, 2024

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.

Jun 23, 2024

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.

Jun 21, 2024

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.

Jun 8, 2024

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.

May 23, 2024

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.

May 17, 2024

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.

May 15, 2024

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.

May 7, 2024

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.

Apr 14, 2024

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.

Nov 23, 2023

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

Oct 18, 2023

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

Sweet!

Great stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Floyd B.

Sep 29, 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Sandy T.

Sep 24, 2023

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

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.

Sep 16, 2023

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jay A.

Sep 11, 2023

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

Schoolhouse Stay

We had a wonderful family vacation at the schoolhouse.There was plenty for all of us to do outside - the creek,the river, the basketball hoop, the fire pit, the grill and the two porches. Inside there was a pool/pingpong table, tv’s and great internet. The kitchen had everything we needed and the two bathrooms had plenty of towels and necessities. The laundry even had detergent. The back roads and country environment are gorgeous! Lexington was a great little town. Grocery shopping was very convenient. The owners were wonderful hosts. We would all love to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kathy

Sep 3, 2023

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

mollie g.

Aug 13, 2023

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

Amazing home ! River fun!

This vacation was an absolute delight for our family . Not only was the location perfect the house was just such a great fit for us and our golden retriever .We had a blast watching lightening bugs on the porch at night and enjoying our coffee out there in the morning. We all had fun playing ping pong and pool . Our son made a little nook watching tv while I read on the chaise lounge . Each room was spacious and had plenty of fans . The kitchen was roomy and we were able to enjoy most meals at the house and conveniently clean up . We played games and ate meals at the spacious kitchen table . The owners communicated promptly and were very helpful . We spent hours on the river with our son and dog . The kids kayak was the perfect touch . We had a blast navigating and exploring the Maury . Having a washer and dryer was very helpful with bathing suits . The huge porches were great to leave water shoes and nets . We brought large blankets for our dog and used a baby gate to keep him out of the carpeted part of the house once he went swimming . There was plenty of room for our dog and son to explore around the property and on the way to the river . We felt very safe with both our dog and son . This house allows pets but I never felt like another dog had been there , it was very clean . This house was full of history , amenities and fun . We will be sure to go back again and explore the river with the kayak and tubes .

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Jul 20, 2023

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

Wonderful!

We had a fantastic stay at Alone Mill Schoolhouse! The house is converted from an old schoolhouse, but it was very clean and comfortable. Our boys loved playing in the little creek on the property. We weren't able to enjoy the river due to heavy rains making the river deeper than usual with a strong current, but it was easily accessible through the owners property across the street from the school house. There is a big yard, and it is on a quiet street. The owners are very responsive to messages, and were very helpful. It is about a 30 minute drive from the attractions in Natural Bridge. Our boys are already asking when we can come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barrie F.

Jun 20, 2023

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

Relaxing, convenient, lots to do, something for everyone.

Very nice, clean, welcoming. Terrific yard space for pup and games. A bit disappointed with grill (a balancing act with broken leg). Leg on dining table needs to be secured. A nice cabin, loved for sure, but needed a little attention.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Jun 9, 2023

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

Great place but check for ticks!

We stayed with our three kids for three nights. The place was great and our kids loved playing in the stream on the property during the day and playing pool at night. Our only issue was the grass. The house sits on a large field and it had not been cut in quite a while so we had to go through 6-8 inch high grass to use the fire pit, get to the stream, or go to the actual river. This invariably led to a lot of ticks. We are an outdoors loving family so we are pretty practiced at tick checks but it did make the stay slightly less enjoyable as anytime the kids went outside, we had to do a full body tick check when they came back in. Otherwise the stay was great and we really enjoyed going into Lexington and down to the Natural Bridge and the VA Safari Park. We also appreciated the owners letting us check out an hour late so we weren't as rushed getting out in the morning. We would definitely go back if we ever needed to stay near Lexington again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Mark and Akemi T.

Jun 6, 2023

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

Indoor outdoor playground

We had a great time with small dogs. So quiet place we loved it. Thank you,

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray T.

May 17, 2023

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

N/a

Lovely

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Migdalia

May 14, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication

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.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie S.

May 9, 2023

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

Quiet and Comfortable

Great resting space. Beautiful surroundings!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

May 6, 2023

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

Relaxing family getaway

We have stayed at the schoolhouse many times. It has everything we need.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sarah or Charles

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.