10/10 Excellent
Amanda B.
2 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great jumping off point for skiing
Amanda B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Entire home
Historic Schoolhouse Turned Home in Charming River Town of Afton
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6116.1 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Afton, MN
- Willow River State Park
- Afton Alps Ski Area9 min drive
- Troy Burne Golf Club21 min drive
- St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown)29 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Large Single Sofa Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Historic Schoolhouse Turned Home in Charming River Town of Afton
Afton is waiting for you at this multi-bedroom house. Nestled in a serene setting, this property offers a queen bed, two twin beds, and a trundle bed for a peaceful night's sleep. With a cozy living room featuring a chaise lounge for extra sleep space and an inviting reading nook, guests can unwind and relax after a day of exploring the beautiful St. Croix River Valley. A bathroom with a bathtub and hair dryer ensures a comfortable stay. In winter, enjoy skiing & skating in nearby parks. Summer brings relaxing days for boating, hiking, swimming, and more. Close enough to the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area for big city attractions like professional sports, museums, fine dining and more, Afton retains the quiet charm of a Hallmark movie town. A great place to call homebase while you're away, we hope you enjoy your stay. High speed Internet and Netflix provided for your enjoyment.
Property manager
Liz Dvorak
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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 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
About the area
Afton
Afton is home to this holiday home. Afton Alps Ski Area and Afton Alps Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Woodbury Lakes and Tamarack Village. Knoke's Chocolates and Ice Castle are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Afton, MN
What's nearby
- Afton State Park - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
- Afton Alps Ski Area - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
- Hudson Hospital & Clinic - 12 min drive - 14.6 km
- Troy Burne Golf Club - 21 min drive - 21.3 km
- Xcel Energy Center - 30 min drive - 39.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Taco Bell - 10 min drive
- Buffalo Wild Wings - 10 min drive
- Starbucks - 11 min drive
- Domino's Pizza - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jerilyn “Jada” B.
1 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historic schoolhouse
Jerilyn “Jada” B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Colleen B.
22 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Afton, MN Home Base
Colleen B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joanna A.
24 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joanna A.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
About the host
Hosted by Liz Dvorak
We are a local couple long-enthralled with the St. Croix River Valley. Joe, a native Minnesotan, has worked on riverways for all his life. He is an avid golfer and all-round handyman. Liz is a transplanted New Englander who finds the small-town charm of Afton reminiscent of days spent there. Liz is a mixed media artist who owns & operates the Afton Creative Arts Studio, physically located on the VRBO property in the carriage house/garage.
Why they chose this property
The village of Afton is uniquely charming and laid back, yet centrally located to many fun activities. The village itself includes amenities like the oldest ice cream parlor in Minnesota, a historic inn (on the National Register), a wine club, coffee shop, women's clothing boutique, artisan shopping, river walks, and a hands-on art studio (owned by your hosts). You can walk to fine or casual dining spots from the schoolhouse in just minutes. Golfing, skiing, boating, beaches are all within a short distance.
What makes this property unique
The historic.schoolhouse is nestled in the bluffs of the St. Croix River, You'll feel like you're in a Disney movie with daily visits by deer and other woodland creatures, decades old trees surrounding the property, walks along the river's edge. The schoolhouse property is directly across from the town square park with its picnic shelters, tennis court, playground equipment, outdoor grills, gazebos, & more. Our property includes a deck off the kitchen, a charcoal grill & small fire pit. Relax in cozy comfort in this breath-of-fresh air welcoming community.
Languages:
English
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