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Rock Creek Schoolhouse - Historic Charm! 5 Bdrm, Ski Lodging

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Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15275 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

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

Rock Creek Schoolhouse - Historic Charm! 5 Bdrm, Ski Lodging

They say that one day in the country is worth a month in town. This home is worth all of that and more! The Rock Creek Schoolhouse is nestled close to the base of the Elkhorn Mountains just outside Haines, OR and half-way between Baker City and Anthony Lakes Resort.

This home was originally a country schoolhouse. Tragically, a fire burnt it to the ground and It was later rebuilt in the image of the historic schoolhouse and remains a cherished piece of Baker County history.
Incredible for events, entertaining friends, and for a family gathering, this expansive home is a historic gem just 15 minutes outside Baker City and 3 minutes outside Haines. This home boasts three full suites, an additional bedroom, an office, and sleeps 16.

The kitchen has both a formal dining room for entertaining as well as a large island with seating for many more. Two ovens provide ample space for cooking and warming dishes.

You will be in awe of the floor to ceiling windows and wood-burning brick fireplace which stands as the center of this stately home. The living room is finished with hand-crafted woodworking that adds charm to this treasured home.

You'll love spending time on the back deck in serenity while taking in views of the beautiful Elkhorn mountains and surrounding ranches that reside in the Baker Valley.

Whether you are seeking first tracks in the morning at Anthony Lakes, or mountain biking/recreating in the summer; this home is just 30 minutes from the resort.

The serenity, beauty, history, craftsmanship, proximity to recreation, and events/gatherings at this home will provide cherished memories for years to come.

Other things to note:
**There is an additional charge of $15 per person per night for over 2 guests**

**We are an Anthony Lakes housing partner. You will find coupons for 10% off each lift ticket or nordic pass in this home**

**We are a Quail Ridge Golf Course housing partner. Simply present your proof of stay and receive 50% off green fees**

We are dedicated to making your stay as enjoyable as possible, so please let us know of any requests you may have!

*If you are interested in having a wedding or event at this home, please indicate that in your inquiry.*

Property manager

Blake Stone

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,960.1 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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 that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number 217

Property is also known as

226443

About the area

Map
Haines, OR

What's nearby

  • Old Downtown Area - 10 min drive
  • Oregon Trail Monument - 18 min drive
  • Adler House Museum - 22 min drive
  • Baker City Mini-Loop - 22 min drive
  • Anthony Lakes Ski Area - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Haines Steak House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Frontier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Briannas Breads Bakery and Espresso Shop - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rock Creek Schoolhouse - Historic Charm! 5 Bdrm, Ski Lodging pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Rock Creek Schoolhouse - Historic Charm! 5 Bdrm, Ski Lodging?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rock Creek Schoolhouse - Historic Charm! 5 Bdrm, Ski Lodging?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rock Creek Schoolhouse - Historic Charm! 5 Bdrm, Ski Lodging located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Old Downtown Area and within 6 miles (10 km) of Eastern Oregon Museum and Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. Umatilla National Forest and Oregon Trail Monument are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Rock Creek Schoolhouse - Historic Charm! 5 Bdrm, Ski Lodging Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place for Large Groups!
We found the home to be excellent for our large group. It was spotless clean, plenty of space for all, and a bathroom for everyone. The kitchen was so well stocked, we could hardly believe it. Definitely a positive experience and well suited for any large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Eastern Oregon
A wonderful location and truly special home. Well stocked with great touches. We cooked in and found the kitchen had everything we needed. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Beautiful unique home outside of Baker City. Great access to Anthony Lakes. We loved our stay. Well equipped kitchen, nice touches throughout the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janille S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet country home with plenty of space
We had grandparents, adult children and a teenager with us on this visit and the house had plenty of room. Beds were comfortable and seating was plentiful. Grandma wished there had been a recliner in the living room but seating otherwise was fine. The weather was pretty mild and cooled quickly at night but several rooms also had window AC units and/or ceiling fans if needed in the afternoon. Table fans were also available although one did not work. The nights were cool and star gazing was lovely as there is almost no light pollution. Little traffic in the area so walks along the country roads are peaceful. The local cows are curious and will come say hello. One of our dogs is a cattle dog so he had great fun bossing the herd around at the fences. Be advised that you do have to go up a set of stairs to access the main floor entrance but there are 3 bedrooms on the main floor for anyone with mobility issues and there are some occasional noises from a water pump in the basement area. This house is not far from grocery, restaurants, and other activities in the area. Lovely visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E., Caldwell, Idaho, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family spot!
This was our 2nd New Year's stay with our sons, daughters-in-law and granddaughter. The property is wonderful with plenty of room for all of us, and the location is beautiful and secluded while still being close to Haines and Baker City. We appreciated the discount for Anthony Lakes mountain tickets and the proximity to the resort, too. We will book again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Linda S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Wedding party
Beautiful country setting, very relaxing and quiet!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sami Jo S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely incredible
I only was the house itself, and the view, breathtaking in every aspect, the host and owner did everything they could to make sure we had the best stay possible. Staying the night before my wedding with all my bridesmaids, was a dream come true!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Book this property!
Lovely place! Room for the whole family, lots of things to do, thoughtful additions everywhere. We’ll stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Far above my expectations
We had a graduation party here. I live locally but needed a place for guest to stay overnight. The house is beautiful. They had more supply than I could have dreamed. I didnt need to bring half the stuff from hime that i did. The view....AMAZING!!! I got a picture of a gorgeous sunset over the mountains. I honestly can not say enough about this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leola R., Portland

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spring visit
The house was great as it was big enough for the two families and our dogs. Wonderful to have a backyard for the dogs to play in, as well. Wonderful location for getting to Anthony Lakes, as well as into Baker City. We had a couple of issues/questions, but the property managers were extremely responsive and helpful. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie T., Moscow, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway Spot
The setting in the Baker valley between two beautiful mountain ranges is stunning, and the schoolhouse is such a unique property that the two together make for a wonderful getaway spot. A bonus is that it is only a 1/2 hour from Anthony Lakes Ski Area. The rooms are very comfortable and the kitchen is well stocked for cooking. We especially appreciate that dogs are allowed and wood is provided for the huge fireplace. There are a few things that could use attention, like empty picture hooks on the walls, but those are minor. This is a great spot for relaxing! (The schoolhouse is on a country road about 15 minutes from Baker City.)
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow! Beautiful and huge
A great space for a group or large family. Well appointed and beautifully remodeled. Way out of town in the middle of ranch land. Awesome country views. Great for privacy, and fairly close to Anthony Lakes skiing. Haines Steakhouse was a hoot and great food for meat eaters. Would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T., Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Historic Stay
Excellent accomodations and the historic site added to the fun. Well equipped to handle our group of 13 with room to spare. Great location for Anthony Lakes snow fun. Look forward to future stays.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E., Caldwell, Idaho, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
Our adult children, spouses, and grandbaby stayed at this property for our annual family holiday ski trip. It was absolutely perfect! We loved everything about this property and plan to book again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ski Vacation
We enjoyed our stay at the Rock Creek Schoolhouse! The property is spacious and comfortable and had everything we needed. We appreciated the responsiveness of the property managers during a severe windstorm. One of our planned days skiing at Anthony Lakes was cancelled due to the storm and the house was a great place to relax and spend the day with the family reading, playing games, and watching movies. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

suzanne c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful historical adventure
The charm of the old brick school house was only surpassed by the cleanliness, antique beauty and comfort indoors. The crisp linens, sparkling bathrooms, comfortable living room and delightful decor made us feel as though we were on a historical adventure. With a surprising attention to detail within the house, all our needs were met. Even a basket of children's toys was available for the kids. The wide open space outdoors allowed for hiking around the grounds and some interesting nearby attractions. To top it off the house is pet friendly and we were able to bring our dog. I want to congratulate the host and owners on their top notch vacation rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A quiet and huge home
Two cute resident cats live in the area. Very friendly and vocal. <3
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Wedding Venue
We wanted a place for our widespread family to come stay together for our wedding AND a beautiful location for the event, and the Schoolhouse was the perfect place for both! Our family all stayed at the Schoolhouse for two days before the wedding, and then our friends came and joined us for the outdoor ceremony. It was such a beautiful setting with the mountains in the background and the green fields all around. The hosts were so amazing and quickly answered our million strange questions (“Where can we park a porta-potty?”) with kindness and grace. I would highly recommend the Schoolhouse as a wedding venue. Our guests were all blown away by the beauty of the house and the location, and our wedding pictures are going to be stunning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teri H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This vrbo did not disappoint! Such a cool house and beautiful location!
I would highly recommend this vrbo. Family and friends had so much fun. We are planning on renting it again in the future. Lot's of room and beautiful private location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Brenda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rock creek School House
This property was just what we needed for our Pearson Family Dinner after decorating at the graveyard. The weather was the worst so the Extra room inside was good. I was unable to get a response from the property managers during the weekend. I sent a message thru VRBO regarding maintenance items.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family spring break trip
I knew this house would be cool from the pics but it really blew us away after we arrived. The views, the old school house feel, the antique furniture, record player, spacious rooms for all and enough bathrooms for everyone made this an amazing stay. I was so surprised that this home had all the essentials! All the toilet paper, paper towels, zip locks, spices, etc for us to use. What a plus as I usually pack my own in case. We loved the fireplace and outside space, kids had a ball running around and walking the school house road too. We will be back for sure for our larger group. Also we want to know if mama cat is pregnant? If so we want a baby of hers! Buster and mama cat were loved so much - we all wanted to take them home ❤️🐈‍⬛ Thank for you sharing your home for our special family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie T., Moscow, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique lodging in the beautiful Baker valley
Staying in an old schoolhouse was such fun! Lots of beautiful wood and large windows looking out on the lovely mountains. Not sure when the property was remodeled into a home, but they retained many old photos and antiques which leant an "old-time" air. As to amenities, the bed was quite comfortable, the linens were high quality, and the kitchen was very well outfitted for cooking in. The property manager went over and above by bringing us wood to use in the large brick fireplace. Very cozy! There were a few small things needing attention like empty picture hooks on the walls, but nothing that interferes with full enjoyment of the property. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina L., West Richland

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and spacious wintertime getaway
We stayed at this spacious and unique place over the MLK holiday as a jumping off point to ski at Anthony Lakes (~45 min. away on snowy roads). If you are looking for a unique and quiet property with plenty of room to accommodate a group or large family, this is a terrific VRBO rental. The schoolhouse is tucked into a rural countryside, but it’s an easy, straightforward drive to Baker City (~15 min.), where you can find grocery stores and fast-food restaurants, as well as a historic downtown area. Our book-loving family was impressed with the Baker City library, which is connected by a foot bridge to an Oregon Trail-themed city park. Upon arrival, we were welcomed with the aroma of freshly-made bread in a bread machine. A digital welcome screen in the entryway provided detailed information about how to work the appliances, TV, thermostat, etc., in short video clips. We also appreciated this touch: three bottles of wine available for purchase via Venmo and a QR code on the kitchen counter. These owners have thought of everything. We appreciated learning about the history of the old schoolhouse through old newspaper clippings on display in the hallway. It’s such an interesting building, and it’s clear the owners have spent time and money to improve this home. There are plenty of cozy blankets for watching TV (lots of streaming channel options, including Disney+). The kitchen has every gadget you’ll need to cook, including a full set of spices, other cooking basics and coffee, sugar and filters. Communication with the property managers was terrific. They were super responsive to our random questions. (Do you have a crockpot as we like to have chili simmering away after skiing? Yes! What are the names of the friendly cats who live in the garage? Mama Cat and Buster!) We spent an enjoyable and relaxing long weekend here and suspect you will too if you decide to rent it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022