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Historic Industrial School House

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In the heart of historic charm, School House Retreat offers a unique stay just 4 miles from Purdue Campus. Unwind in the large outdoor space with a cozy firepit area or enjoy nature's serenity backed up to a wooded area.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$336
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct

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About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Industrial School House

Convient location just 4 miles from center of Purdue Campus, and right off a main road on the edge of town. If your looking for a unique historic property this is your home. Originally built in 1890 as a school house. Revamped into a cozy 1 bedroom + loft bedroom. Original bones with a touch of modern living. Large outdoor space with a firepit area. Property sits next door to a historic small cemetary. House is backed up to a wooded area with active train track. Patio has a table and chairs.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Lafayette is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Prophetstown State Park and Lilly Nature Center, while Haan Mansion Museum of Indiana Art and Tippecanoe Battlefield Museum are cultural highlights. Columbian Park Zoo and Jerry E. Clegg Botanic Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Lafayette, IN

What's nearby

  • Ross-Ade Stadium - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Mackey Arena - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Purdue Memorial Union - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Purdue University - 10 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Coyote Crossing Golf Course - 10 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Lafayette Station - 6 min drive
  • Lafayette, IN (LAF-Purdue University) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Family Express Lafayette the Pointe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Arni's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Family Express Lafayette SR 25 - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Industrial School House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Industrial School House?

As of 2 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Industrial School House on 6 Oct 2025 start from AU$335.95, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Historic Industrial School House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Industrial School House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Industrial School House located?

Situated in Lafayette, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Prophetstown State Park, Lafayette Farmer's Market and Wildcat Creek Winery. Wabash Heritage Trail is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

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