LARGE BRICK SCHOOL HOUSE WITH MUSIC STUDIO CLOSE TO DELAWARE RIVER

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
$481
avg per night

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hancock, NY
  • Place, Elk Mountain Ski Area
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, Woodstock Monument
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Place, Bethel Woods Center For The Arts
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

lower left suite

2 Queen Beds

lower right suite

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

upper front bedrm

2 Twin Beds

upper left suite

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

upper right suite

1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
Price is $481 avg per night

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About the neighborhood

Hancock

Located in Hancock, this lodge is in a rural area and on a river. Hancock Golf Course and Hancock 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 Robert W. Nichol Nature Preserve and Science Center and Kerryville State Forest. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and canoeing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.

What's nearby

  • Hancock Town Square - 3 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Animal Adventure Park - 42 min drive - 64.4 km
  • Elk Mountain Ski Area - 44 min drive - 56.2 km
  • Woodstock Monument - 52 min drive - 74.2 km
  • Bethel Woods Center For The Arts - 53 min drive - 73.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Unclebrother - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nightshade On Elm - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Frenchwoods Dining Hall - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Circle E Diner - ‬3 min drive

About this property

LARGE BRICK SCHOOL HOUSE WITH MUSIC STUDIO CLOSE TO DELAWARE RIVER

WELCOME TO OUR VRBO SITE .PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE DESCRIPTION CAREFULLY BEFORE BOOKING OR ASKING FURTHER QUESTIONS THANK YOU FOR LOOKING Located in the Upper Delaware region of the Western Catskills this 5000 sq ft Historic former School House features lovely 12 ft high ceilings and expansive class rooms with many large windows restored and converted to create a unique eclectic Homeaway from home experience .Furnished with many vintage, upcycled ,antique hand crafted and unique items it has been reviewed as a both mansion and museum. Set on a nice 2 acre corner of the hamlet and bordered on two sides by a creeks. The property is set up to comfortably accommodate a maximum of 20 over night guests .We do allow certain small events and weddings . Camping is allowed for extra guests over 20. .The rental also features our fully equipped music studio with drum kit , piano, mics and amps etc. .Recording artists are welcome to bring laptop and DAW .Perfect for a magical relaxing getaway or activity weekend in the country with a medium to large size family or friends group of up to 16 +?. .The property is located in a picturesque hamlet,and bordered by 2 rushing streams , the garden is fenced in on three sides and secluded from the village by a border of trees on all sides so bring your pet .We have a fire pit and gas barbecue and there is a patio on the front lawn next to the main stairs which are also a popular gathering place for guests Also a great location for a photography shoot , weddings ,music video ,yoga group or private retreat. .Now with updated stainless kitchen , new cook stove and over size fridge . The rental consists of two floors with 4 very large suite like rooms ,bathrooms and lobbies about 5000 sq ft on two floors,The top floor has two 800 sq/ft suites , bathroom kitchen kids room and lobby with the north room set up with a large kitchen and gathering area and the south room as TV room and bedroom There is another large room with pool table and separate music studio downstairs. The studio is available for rehearsal, jamming ,writing or recording ,please contact for details . Details of the bed layout are available elsewhere on this site. Set on one acre with a large lawn area and bordered by 2 streams the house is only one half mile from the Delaware river where swimming boating rafting and fishing access is available and one mile from Hancock where all shops and services are available ..There are 2 golf coarses within 5 miles and recreational boating is now allowed on the pristine Cannonsville reservoir just 6 miles away. The town of Callicoon is about 20 miles away and there are many antique and craft stores in Walton. Bethel Woods is about 30 miles south if you want to see a show We have good cell reception for all major providers and hi speed INTERNET . Also just installed a nice 46 inch TV for those cozy nights around the telly All linen and towels are included as well as basic kitchen and bathroom supplies.The basic nightly rate is for a group of ten people and there is a nightly surcharge of $25 for extra guests up to 20

Please note that we have a much improved heating system ,including pellet stoves and mini splits which also cool . Double glazing the windows has made an enormous difference for our winter rentals .We do still use traditional wood stoves during the winter as well , all wood is provided and instruction given on lighting and maintaining the stoves . Thanks to all our guests who enjoyed the house and those already booked for this year

History: The Cadosia Schoolhouse is a three storey brick structure built in the 1920's, containing all the original woodwork. This is the second schoolhouse on this property, the first one was built in 1867. Purchased in 2001 in derelict condition the house has been extensively restored single handedly by the owner and is heated almost exclusively with wood . The Hancock area was once a popular vacation destination and many traces of the O&W railway can be found in the area largely unchanged since that time The garden has a fence around the front and north side and we are dog friendly.We have streams running on both our South and West sides, meeting in front of our SW corner and running half a mile down to the Delaware River where one can enjoy fishing, canoeing or kayaking and swimming all summer long.


Activities: .The Delaware River is famous for it fly fishing and we have had groups from as far away as Canada stay at the house We have an extensive library of books and vinyl records, all rooms have a separate sound system with Mp3 player input . We are in a shallow valley, with nice hikes in the hills surrounding us. Wildlife is abundant in our area, which is famous for the eagles and hawks which nest nearby. . The Cannonsville reservoir has been opened to boaters and a permit is easily obtained on line for fishing or recreational boating

Area: The surrounding area is full of beautiful scenery and charmingly remote roads , cute little towns for antiquing and thrift shopping, golf courses and restaurants and other historic sites.

Basement Apt.#1 and workshop are private areas and NOT included in the guest area TY

Town of Hancock All services easily available just 1 mile away including Tops supermarket, liquor store,discount beer outlet laundry ,Family dollar ,Hardware, Lumber store ,Canoe and kayak rentals ,Fishing supply ,Gun shop and Library
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Amenities

Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Rental consists of exclusive use of the upper two main floors and entire garden and yard area No access to roof or basement
Live music is allowed in studio from 12 pm til 12 am 7 days . Party all night on the top floor Please properly recycle in bins provided
Please let us know if you intend to bring your well behaved pet .

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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is LARGE BRICK SCHOOL HOUSE WITH MUSIC STUDIO CLOSE TO DELAWARE RIVER pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at LARGE BRICK SCHOOL HOUSE WITH MUSIC STUDIO CLOSE TO DELAWARE RIVER?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LARGE BRICK SCHOOL HOUSE WITH MUSIC STUDIO CLOSE TO DELAWARE RIVER?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LARGE BRICK SCHOOL HOUSE WITH MUSIC STUDIO CLOSE TO DELAWARE RIVER located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from East Branch Delaware River and within 3 mi (5 km) of Capitol Theatre and Lakins Island. Hancock Town Square and Louise Adelia Read Memorial Library are also within 3 mi (5 km).

LARGE BRICK SCHOOL HOUSE WITH MUSIC STUDIO CLOSE TO DELAWARE RIVER Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very unique stay, it’s a timeless escape, such an amazing spot. Great for groups, a lot to explore nearby, but you be exploring the schoolhouse in no time. Nick is amazing, so much to do at the stay too. This is our second time and can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What stood out was the eclectic aesthetic of the entire place. Its already unique that it was a former school but seeing it converted into a rock school house with a dizzying array of art work, books, music, and rugs made it extremely fun. My family and I had great use out of the pool table, the instruments in the recording studio, and the kitchen with the loft bed. The host was attentive from start to finish, especially when it came to troubleshooting the furnaces around the home. Moreover, the rental is conveniently near a neighboring town for any essentials, nature trails, and a river.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki E.

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

Great stay!

Great stay! The host is very kind & the place is amazing. The music room is a highlight!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

mona a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our extended family loves this place (8 to 80 yrs). The owner has somehow managed to keep the schoolhouse feeling while making it very comfortable for guests. The beautiful tall windows and high ceilings make it magical. The beautifully equipped music studio was enjoyed by all of our family. The pool table was also a big draw. The furnishings are spectacular and the kitchen well stocked. Nick was welcoming and available and made us all feel at home. Seeing our family around the long live edge table in the dining room was unforgettable. Don't miss this one. It is a memorable experience in a beautiful area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

kayla l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was very clean and tidy when we got there. The host was amazing, checked in on messages in case we needed anything. Felt very safe in the area, was enough parking for everyone. Would 100% recommend if you have a big group.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vitalii B.

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

Magical house

We’ve had full experience in Nick’s house. It was a real school for us - perfect place to unleash your creative energy. We’ll definitely come back! If you’re an artist - you’ll catch the flow. This place is full of magical artifacts and musical instruments! heads up: it’s hard to cook on the stove, not enough power. we’ve used outdoor grill with wood, it was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmi-Cal

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

Engagement gathering

Had a group of people stay from Rochester and we had an absolute blast. Easy check in/check out. Great communication. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro S.

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

Incredible character, perfect for music lovers

Lovely space with lots of character and a great place for enjoying music, loved how each room had a CD collection and speakers.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Amazing Destination Property!

Absolutely perfect stay - so much space and character. Access to the studio was a great experience for everyone. I would highly recommend if you're looking for the type of getaway or retreat where you're mostly staying at the property
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

dan m.

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

great gathering place

This property offered my group of six adults and six children an amazing place to connect, play music, cook meals together and relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

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

Wish more rentals had a Jam room

Me and 9 friends stayed here and got to play music all weekend. Had a great time. The place is so unique and we all loved it. Get the old band together and rent this place for a weekend it’s a blast!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger L.

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

It doesn't get better than this

Nick hosted myself and a large group for two nights. Everyone was very impressed with the build quality of the schoolhouse and the functionality of the property. Nick is a fantastic guy and helped us out with everything that we needed. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R.

Great family time

Our family had a wonderful week. We spent the days enjoying the river, swimming and hiking, and the evenings cooking meals with extended family joining us for dinner in the beautifully spacious and entertaining old school classroom turned family kitchen and dining room. Thank you to our hosts for making our stay so fun and memorable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

David F.

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

Not a place for kids and a little sketchy

Did not stay there found it unsuitable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Luke G.

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

Five Stars Doesn’t Cut It

Each room in the Cadosia Schoolhouse brings different emotions out of a large group of people. Spending time in each of the unique spaces will bring your loved ones closer than you ever thought possible. Places like this just don’t exist anywhere else. My friends and I will definitely be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica F.

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

Very unique property

If you like interesting curiosities all around and (dusty) antiques in a creative, outside-the-box place then this is for you. If you prefer 4 - 5 star accommodations with new furniture and linens, and a full staff dedicated to deep cleaning, maybe this is not your place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

deb k.

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

to many stairs

I guess it wasn't for me, Nick is a nice guy . the weather was bad no can fix that,
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christi B., Annapolis Maryland

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

Fun and unique!

We had a family reunion nearby, and needed larger and more flexible lodging. Nick was gracious and kind, always informative, and we found the experience to be very special and memorable! So much to see inside the schoolhouse and not nearly enough time! The only thing that I would emphasize is that you MUST be able to do stairs. We didn’t mind a bit, and called it our “gym”, but if you cannot do them, I’d try another place. Thanks Nick!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Matthew F.

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

Awesome stay with only 1 hiccup

The property was great for our group of friends. Only downside was it was very dusty with cobwebs and a musty odor. A bigger problem was that the oven wasnt properly working and we werent notified of any issues with the listing until we were already at the property. Would have been nice for a little heads up on that seeing as we planned to cook most meals ourselves for the weekend. All in all a great trip and nick was a great host with plenty of hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

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

Family Reunion

We loved that we were able to gather comfortably together as a large group (20) as well as break off in smaller groups for a jam session, play pool, watch tv and/or cook. We enjoyed the uniqueness of the building, the quick responsiveness of the owner and especially the beautiful dining table which allowed us to all sit together for meals. We relaxed around the fire pit chatting and listening to music late into the evenings. We played cornhole (our boards), frisbee and other activities throughout the day. This old schoolhouse is a good location for a private, group gathering. Thanks! We hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anya S.

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

Perfect Place for a Creative Endeavor

We had a blast! The space serves creative exploration. The rooms are expansive and beautifully designed. There are mysteries to explore and treasures to find. Considering we were recording into the wee hours of every night it was amazing how sound proof the walls were. The studio room itself is big enough to record a live jam session with many players playing at the same time. The high ceilings not only added charm, they made the sound work for the recording. We hope to make this an annual retreat! Thanks to Nick for his care and attention.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura B., Nutley, New Jersey

Awesome spot with tons of space for everyone

My gang of 15 had a great time spending New Years Eve at the schoolhouse. The beds were comfy and warm, and everyone had a place to sleep. The music room was amazing - absolutely the highlight of the place. The kitchen was also spacious enough to cook and serve a turkey dinner for everyone, and the two fridges were perfect - one for food and one for beer! I did misunderstand the listing though - the extra fee is per person per night, not total per night. Just a heads up to anyone else who might have the same confusion as me.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marisa W.

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

Super unique experience

A group of 15 (including 7 teenagers) enjoyed the cozy and quirky vibe of this old schoolhouse. We cooked and enjoyed all our meals together in the spacious kitchen, jammed to the best of our ability in the music room, and played pool tournaments and board games throughout our stay. The sound system in the kitchen was so appreciated and we loved looking through the vinyl collection and other collectibles throughout the house. Our dogs also enjoyed their time. We had no problem at all keeping warm with the stoves. We were super toasty! The listing description and reviews other guests left prepared us for what to expect. We all appreciated Nick's hospitality and telling us about the history of the house and himself. We made memories together that we will never forget.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Quite the experience!

I reserved the schoolhouse for my brother's bachelor party and instantly Nick was available to talk and answer any questions we had. I had a concern with the property owner living in an apartment in the basement- due to how loud or late i was expecting the party to carry into the night. This was not an issue at all! I would have sworn they weren't even there, so we didn't feel like there was intrusion from us or on us. Our trip was in January and was very cold. The wood stoves kept us all warm all night. It added a little something extra for us to NEED to feed and stoke the fires- definitely cool. The Kitchen/main space on the second floor is where we would hang into the night and cooked all of our meals. The kitchen worked out for what we needed and the extra fridge space made it even easier to do that. The Studio blew us away!!! I didn't think we would spend as much time in there as we did. A couple of the guys are musicians and it really added to the overall experience and memories of the weekend. We have a friend who is a music professor and he will most likely be booking in the future for some serious music centered weekends! Being that the building is an old schoolhouse, there was some dirt/cobwebs, but none of us felt like it was "dirty". I cant imagine how much work and time it takes for upkeep. Overall, all 18 guys had an incredible time and I would absolutely recommend this property in the future! Thanks Nick and Jaimie!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ross h.

Schoolhouse Rocks!

I had my amazing (and admittedly rather unorthodox) bachelor party in this fantastic and fun-filled house; a spectacular weekend with 15.5 of my closest friends, by the end of which the house itself felt like another new friend with just as much to contribute to the experience. It's got character, is what I'm trying to say. It's also got plenty of history, and, I'm sure, more secrets and surprises than we uncovered during our brief stay. And it's got the most impressive vinyl collection I've ever encountered. Each of the four massive, intriguingly multi-purpose rooms – the former classrooms – is simultaneously a living room, bedroom and something else besides (kitchen; music studio; pool room), and each one is full of curious objects and artifacts, including some nifty old educational posters. The 4th-5th grade classroom (with the kitchen and the killer record collection), where we spent most of our time, also features aerial fabrics (!) and a majestic "levitating" loft bed. (There's also one smaller sleeping space, with two beds, which was perfect for the couple-with-toddler in our party who needed some more privacy.) The various rooms in the house gave us the inspiration to stage a live-action game of Clue, but I guess that will have to wait until our next visit (or yours.) Nick is a very neat guy (he'd have to be, to have created a place like this) and was a great, helpful, friendly and accommodating host. Just a few negatives to note: the kitchen definitely leaves something to be desired if you're planning to do much cooking – the burners on the stove are finicky and needs to be lit each time you use them, and the oven is a "use at your own risk" proposition. The kitchen space is also pretty cramped and got extremely hot (on a late-June weekend, admittedly) in the process of making meals for our large group. Grilling and salads are probably good ways to go, especially if you're there in the summer. Finally – for better or worse: although the area affords some excellent opportunities for outdoor enjoyment, we were so wrapped up in enjoying the interior of the house that it was often a challenge to leave!