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Osage Schoolhouse: Renovated, Sleeps 23, Spacious and Comfortable

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Interior
TV, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker
Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 25465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Osage Schoolhouse: Renovated, Sleeps 23, Spacious and Comfortable

Fully renovated in 2015, this former school house is the perfect gathering place for large groups of friends, family, or coworkers. It has lots of table space for games, crafts, viewing trail maps, and planning your next business venture. Enjoy the big screen TV and Wi-Fi or take advantage of the many outdoor recreation options in the area. Osage Schoolhouse has plenty of space to eat, sleep, and play!

BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS...... 5 bedrooms and 2 bunk rooms, 16 beds sleep 23, plus room for portable child beds, with 3 full baths and 2 half baths. Linens and towels are provided as well as a washer and drier.

DINING & KITCHEN...... The dining area seats 32 at four large tables and a bar height counter. Additional seating for 8 in adjoining room. The kitchen is designed for large groups and includes two refrigerators, two ovens, a five-burner stove, with tons of pans/dishes and space to work. There is a third refrigerator on the lower level and a propane grill on the deck, with 2 picnic tables outside.

LIVING ROOMS..... Huge main floor living room has comfortable seating, large wall TV, DVD, board games, desk, computer, printer, and more. The lower level has a second living area.

Wi-Fi and plenty outlets to charge your devices.

Gas, snacks, liquor, dinning, auto and ATV/snowmobile repair, post office, church, boat landing, beach, and picnic shelter are all available right in Osage with groceries and everything else available in Park Rapid (10 miles) and Detroit Lakes (35 miles).

Snowmobile/ATV trails and the Lake Country Scenic Byway connect to the parking lot which is large enough for 12 vehicles plus trailers.

Hike, bike, fish, hunt, ATV, snowmobile, motorcycle, and other recreation options are available at:
...... Straight Lake (0.3 miles)
...... Smokey Hills State Forest (2 miles)
...... Two Inlets State Forest (4 miles)
...... The Heartland Trail (10 miles)
...... North Country National Scenic Trail (16 miles)
...... Tamarac National wildlife Refuge (17 miles)
...... Paul Bunyan State Forest (30 miles)
...... Itasca State Park (32 miles)

More information is available on our website OsageSchoolhouse(dot)com

Keywords: Vacation Home, Year-Around, Weekend, Renovated, Spacious, Osage, Park Rapids, Itasca, Groups, Reunions, Teambuilding, Retreats, Wedding Parties, ATV, Snowmobile, Motorcycle, Hike, Hunt, Fish, Swim, Scrapbook, Quilt, Crafts, Games, Wi-fi, Air Conditioning, Trailer Parking,

Property manager

Merrily Karel

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 5000 sq ft (465 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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: 50
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Osage Schoolhouse Renovated Sleeps 23 Spacious Comfortable

About the neighborhood

Map
Osage, MN

What's nearby

  • Two Inlets State Forest - 17 min drive
  • Itasca State Park - 43 min drive
  • Lake Itasca - 45 min drive
  • Detroit Lake - 48 min drive
  • Mississippi Headwaters - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Osage Bait & Tackle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Ranch - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lush Lola's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cindy Q's - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Osage Schoolhouse: Renovated, Sleeps 23, Spacious and Comfortable pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Osage Schoolhouse: Renovated, Sleeps 23, Spacious and Comfortable?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Osage Schoolhouse: Renovated, Sleeps 23, Spacious and Comfortable?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Osage Schoolhouse: Renovated, Sleeps 23, Spacious and Comfortable located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Two Inlets State Forest, Hubbard County Historical Museum, and Red Bridge Park. Fresenius Medical Care at St Joseph North and CHI St. Joseph's Health are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Osage Schoolhouse: Renovated, Sleeps 23, Spacious and Comfortable Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mickey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Get Together
This place is amazing. Plenty of space to host a large group like we had. The set up is amazing and all the space, bedrooms, living room up and downstairs. Many bathrooms so no problems there and such a great location . Can walk to: OBT, Beyer’s Market and Byer’s Liqour Store. Lynda is wonderful. She met me there, did a walk through of the house and was also quick to repaind to the question I had. Already working on a family get together next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great family venue.
It accommodates a large family with all age groups. Plenty of space for meals and sleeping. Many activities in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SUMMER FAMILY GETAWAY
Wonderful place for a large family gathering. Plenty of sleeping space, bathrooms and eating area. This place works very well for a large family and is walking distance to the beach. Great memories!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!
Great place for a large family getaway. Plenty of space and many things to do to keep everyone occupied. The place was very clean, comfortable and well stocked. Love all the historical decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H., Walker, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
This was our second stay for a family reunion. It was perfect the first time so we were excited to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Family Time
Our multiple stays here have always been awesome. There is plenty of sleeping spaces for a large group and the kitchen/eating area is very large. There is plenty to do for all age groups. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing large family rental
From prior to checking in through the duration of our stay out expectations were far exceeded! The house was large enough for our family vacation of 20 and the location was perfect. A playground and beach within walking distance and plenty of indoor activities for the rainy times! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott-Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent gathering space for large group
Unique place with sleeping arrangements for 23. Huge kitchen area well stocked. Lots of room for people to gather both upstairs and downstairs. Straight lake, which is nearby was also very nice as we brought a boat. Members of our group said they’d be willing to come here again we gathered as a large family get together.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sibling ATV trip
Great place to stay. ATV trails left from the parking lot. Gas and food across the street. Place was amazing. Everything you would need and more. Tv satellite was not working but wasn’t much time for that anyways. Would recommend to everyone to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Very clean, well maintained, well equipped home.
We had our four children, their spouses and several of our grandkids together for a family reunion. It was wonderful to all be together in a very roomy, comfortable house. We would love to go back and do it again someday, as we all decided we had discovered a "gold mine". The house manager was very helpful and wonderful to work with, thank you Lynda. Thank you to the owner old this old schoolhouse, what a great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

Paula R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Experience!
The host was amazing! She met us at the property and walked us through answering any questions we had. The house was exactly as described and extremely clean. We had 20 people staying at the house for my sons wedding. There was lots of room for everyone! They also had lots of extras like games and toys for the kids. They even had a pantry with staples just in case we needed something when we were cooking. Check out process was easy. I would definitely recommend this property!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H., Walker, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Family Reunion Site
The old school house was the perfect spot for our family reunion. The place was so well thought out with space for everyone and every activity. Everything we could have needed was available at the house. Even though the house is by the highway, it was completely quiet inside and peaceful in the back yard. We loved the location because we could get ice across the street and a couple items we forgot next door at the grocery store. The beach was a huge hit with the younger kids along with the park, both a block or two away. This is by far our favorite place to spend our family reunion and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary J., USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Perfect Week in MN Lake Country
Our 2nd time at the Osage Schoolhouse for a family event was terrific. Four families from different directions arrived to a well-appointed and beautifully decorated place for 14 of us to enjoy each other's company, swim in Straight Lake, cook, play games, visit Itasca State Park, and engage in highly competitive mini golf at nearby Park Rapids. Lynda was great getting us checked in, everything was clean, orderly, and well stocked, from the ice cubes to the spice cupboard. The kitchen is spacious, well equipped, and there is a Blackstone Griddle available on the deck for outdoor cooking. The kids and teenagers had a fun time playing lawn games in the yard. I had a couple ZOOM business meetings during our stay, and the WIFI worked great, even with many of us on it at times. The grocery and liquor stores less than a rock throw away as well as the OBT are convenient for an impulse need or something forgotten at home. We would definitely recommend and reuse this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen A.

Wonderful place for a family to gather!
4 families (14 people) stayed comfortably for a long weekend! We were so pleased with the accommodations that we are already planning our next trip to Osage! We were looking for a place that would accommodate little kids (ages 3-6), teenagers, married couples and Gma/Gpa - the Osage School house had everything we needed. Kitchen is stocked with everything a foodie would need (incl. a grill, nice blender, Kitchenaid mixer, knives, pots, pans, etc). We moved the tables together and ate TOGETHER as a group of 14 - what a treat! Living room had games, puzzles and there were 3 places to watch TV in the building (or hook up a gaming system). Short, easy walk to a beautiful, sandy beach; floating dock to jump from, tree rope for swinging and a gradual drop off just perfect for little kids. Plenty of linens, extra towels (even beach towels!) at the Osage Schoolhouse for guests to use. Children enjoyed the 'Noah's Ark' and nearby playground. Bunk beds are in alcoves, not rooms, so not ideal for the little kids - but worked great for teenagers. Plenty of bathrooms and bedrooms to allow for everyone to spread out - the big upper level space allowed for games, conversation, and cooking to go on upstairs while the children napped downstairs uninterrupted. Nice to have laundry onsite! Tackle shop across the street has a small burger/fries/pizza kitchen; food was delicious. Short drive into Park Rapids for grocery store, Walgreens or WalMart. Check in/Check out was fast and easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lydia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Accommodations for a Family Vacation
All of us were thrilled with this place from the moment we stepped in. The pictures online make it look really nice, but it’s truly even better in person. The whole place is beautiful! The living/dining area is spacious, comfortable, and open. You can eat dinner with a full view of the kids playing in the living room, and cook and wash dishes while everyone is chatting and laughing around you. There was plenty of space for us to spread out for some quiet time too. Everything is so clean, well-stocked, and inviting. We loved having a big kitchen with all the dishes and gadgets you could need or want, including two ovens and the biggest cast iron skillet I’ve ever seen. Taco meat for 20? No problem with that gem! Having a place to eat all together and play games/relax all together was a favorite for our family, and many of us mentioned that as a highlight. The rooms were cozy and comfortable, and all the bunk rooms and bedrooms worked perfectly for our big family. We could see ourselves fitting there for a couple more years! We had enough space for a yard game tournament, and the kids loved the play structure that the church allows guests to use in the back. It was really nice too to have the little Byers market a block or two away — that came in handy for the few extra ingredients we needed. We all took a walk a couple times down to the lake where people could enjoy the lakeside view or swim to the floating dock. It’s a nice walk and so close to the Schoolhouse! It was so great to be able to swim on a hot day within walking distance of the house. Though the schoolhouse is on a main road, the occasional passing traffic didn’t really bother us. The town itself is actually very quiet, and the people we didn’t meet were kind and friendly. For anyone holding out because of the in-town location, don’t let that stop you! You won’t be disappointed with this spot. The Schoolhouse is a TREASURE! We felt so comfortable and relaxed on our vacation weekend. What a gift for our family. We would love to come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Renee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
WW 2024
Our group of friends have had an annual women's weekend starting in 1987. We have had 12-30 ladies join us over the years. This year we decided to stay at Osage and everything was perfect with everything we may need within walking distance. The house had towels, a Blackstone, crockpots, cooking utensils, appliances, soap, and bathroom toiletries. It met all our needs and beyond!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Gathering
This place is great for large family gatherings with different age groups. So many choices for activities. Plenty of sleeping spaces and a very large eating area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Everything needed was provided. The manager was an angel . It was a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miriam A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay!
This is a beautiful home with so much character! Our family enjoyed it so much. There was plenty of space to spread out, tons of towels and extra blankets. Very close to nice parks and the Osage Beach. We would recommend this unique, beautiful home to families/big groups!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time!
We loved the stay! The property was amazing and we would absolutely stay again! The only item to update is check out time, online it says 1 pm but at the location all over the house it says 11am, so just a note to update that. Beautiful place, lake just down the street, dishes and cooking items there for us to use, comfy beds! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven and Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Osage Schoolhouse
Very spacious which allows our group of 14 to spread out and have lots of fun! Our second stay here and the grandkids loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Menahga wedding review
We arrived and checked in and found the extremely well stocked kitchen suited our needs perfectly. We made lunch for the bride and groom to be and their friends and family and the made dinner. The road outside is busy but inside the School house it was barely audible. The bathrooms were clean and functional. The beds were comfortable. The entertainment systems were easily accessed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H., Walker, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Family Gathering
This is our third time staying at the school house. This is the perfect spot to host our gathering with ample room for eating, playing games, hanging out and sleeping. We love the outdoor space for outside games, the quiet neighborhood for morning walks, the next door grocery store for forgot items, the comfortable beds, and the three fridges to hold everything. We will continue to make this our annual gathering spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Royce S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding family gathering place!
Clean and well stocked. Large eating area and family room. Osage Lion’s beach a short walk away. Linda, the manager, was extraordinarily responsive. She gave us a tour at the start and even showed up that night to fix a minor problem. When severe weather threatened, she showed exceptional concern for our safety. (She is originally from Kansas and knows severe weather.) This is the place to be for a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

LuAnn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
OMG!!! This place is above and beyond amazing. Clean, spacious, and cute as heck!!!
Everything about this place is absolutely perfect!! We absolutely cannot wait to go back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022