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Alone Mill Schoolhouse - A paradise for outdoor lovers

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Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground at Alone Mill Schoolhouse - A paradise for outdoor lovers. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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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About the area

Located in Lexington, this holiday 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Lenfest Center for the Performing Arts and Stonewall Jackson Grave. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain climbing. Visit our Lexington travel guide
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Lexington, VA

What's nearby

  • A large building with a castle-like facade, two flags, and a statue in front.
    Virginia Military Institute
    11 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Lexington Valley Vineyard
    2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Washington and Lee University
    10 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Virginia Horse Center
    11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • VMI Museum
    12 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    12 min drive
  • Starbucks
    13 min drive
  • 7-Eleven
    11 min drive
  • Ruby Tuesday
    11 min drive
  • Subway
    11 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.

How much is parking at Alone Mill Schoolhouse - A paradise for outdoor lovers?

On-site parking is available at the 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, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lexington Valley Vineyard and Whites Hill. Washington and Lee University and Virginia Military Institute are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Alone Mill Schoolhouse - A paradise for outdoor lovers Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 195 out of 232 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 232 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 232 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 232 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 232 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House has large yard; we enjoyed our stay.Housewas very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and well equipped and the pool table provided a lot of fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time, beautiful area. The kids loved the pool table and seeing the deer in the morning. The hosts provided everything we needed. We can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a nice relaxing stay at the schoolhouse. It has a cozy “grandma’s house” vibe, perfect for a last minute visit with my college student. We appreciated the comfortable beds and that each bedroom could adjust the baseboard heat to their own comfort level. The kitchen was equipped with what we needed, and teens/young adults enjoyed the pool table. Once you get accustomed to the roads, the trip into town is easy and scenic. True to the listing, home isn’t fancy, but it was perfect for our relaxing long weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was spacious and clean, the host lives nearby and greeted us when we arrived. The location definitely is remote in the woods but the yard was great to let our dog roam on a long leash.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful place for our family to stay. Even though it was cold out, the heat worked well. The kids had fun playing in the yard and the creek. The Christmas tree was a nice touch -- made it feel like home. It was also neat reading about the history of the schoolhouse, and the community it served. We'd love to stay here again when we're back in the neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alone Mill Schoolhouse was very charming, had everything we needed for our stay, and the host who lived nearby was wonderful and welcoming. Check in and check out was about as easy as it gets! We were near our family wedding venue which made it nice. Breathtaking part of Virginia. Would recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

Great central location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely weekend! The house was perfect with 3 bedrooms and a den. We went to the Virginia Safari on Saturday. Grilled steaks Saturday. And had s’mores at the fire pit that evening. It was off the beaten path, but was still within 15 minutes to Walmart and Starbucks. Overall a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
It was clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

In town for a reunion

My group really enjoyed the school house. While not the most convenient location for W&L, it was a nice quiet place to escape to at the end of the night. I would describe it as shabby chic. It served all our needs and we would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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