Picturesque School House Retreat | Cottage in Meaford

9.4 (14 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  6 Guests
Meaford Cottage | Picturesque School House Retreat

3 Bedroom Cottage in Meaford

Relaxing week-end get-a-ways in a tranquillity of the Century-Old Minnie Hill School House nestled on 2.75 acres of Secluded Luscious Green Grounds ... it's the laid back atmosphere, where the time stops ... and family & friends gather together.
Almost a Century-Old Minnie Hill School House is nestled on Rolling Hills of Grey County on the outskirts of small towns of Meaford & Thornbury.
Built in 1917 the School House with its original Bell Tower welcomed many kids up to mid-1970. Back then, boys and girls entered school separately through 2 entrances, one from South side, second one from North. Today, both entrances make interior space still accessible from outdoors.
Its original "School Room" houses today's Spacious Living & Dining Rooms where original black chalk boards exhibit colourful creations by kids and adults alike. Soothing interior décor relaxes the mind and offers pristine landscape views all-year-round.
Fully equipped Country-Style Kitchen and outdoor propane barbecue allow for preparing yummy family feasts. Rustic Cabana Seating overlooking 2.75 acres of luscious greens provides a perfect backdrop for outdoor entertainment and tranquillity. Enjoy a bonfire and star gazing at night ... you might see a shooting star.
Sleeping at the School House:
… "Modern Rustic" … Exposed brick bedroom with Queen-size bed with views of green grounds with mature trees & a private walk out to an oversized 30x12 feet deck.
… "Dreamy Oasis" … Bedroom with Queen-size bed ... for those who need complete darkness to take rejuvenating sleeps.
… "The Barn" ... Simply furnished attic bedroom with 2 Single beds … where adults revisit their childhood dreams and kids just love sleeping in.
The 4-piece bathroom has antique claw tub with a shower, toilet, sink and shelving with baskets to store all your toiletries.
Internet is available for guests. There is no TV. You’re welcome to use an original school desk for creative writing or working on your laptop.
Electric baseboard heating supplements propane fireplace heating in Living/Dining area in winter months. Triple brick walls will keep you cool during warm summer months.
When coming in May/June, you'll smell beautifully scented lilacs ... in June/July, you might be lucky to enjoy sweet & sour organic cherries ... in Late September & October, you might taste organic apples ... all grow in the garden surrounding the School House.
For more fresh organic produce, bread and protein, visit any of the many farmers’ market stores along Hwy 26 ... best way to get there is bicycle or car.
Oh, and one of the many locally made pies is a must! ... Thornbury Berry Pie and Sour Cherry Pie are my favourites.

Picturesque School House Retreat is located in Meaford. Picturesque School House Retreat provides accommodation, featuring TV, Bedding/Linens, Guest Services, among other amenities. This Cottage features TV, Bedding/Linens, Guest Services, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Picturesque School House Retreat has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Meaford has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Meaford, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
Parking
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Snow sports gear
  • Fishing nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water sports equipment
Entertainment
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Books
  • TV
General
  • Unit size: 1650 sq ft (153 sq m)
  • English
  • Slovak
  • Czech
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a rural location
  • Desk
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Limited housekeeping
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Skiing
  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm express check-in available minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 12:00 pm express check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Dean B.
Sep 20, 2022 11:01:22 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: My family was the first owner, 1969, of this one room school house. Rustic then, and a family retreat for 15 years. Upgraded now. Just interesting to have our daughters and a granddaughter to enjoy similar time.
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