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One-of-a-kind! Former Schoolhouse turned mansion for rent! The entire place!!

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Exterior
5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, table football
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 2010000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • GymGymGym

Check out the area

Map
Port Austin, MI
  • Popular LocationPort Austin State Harbor9 min drive
  • Popular LocationPointe aux Barques Lighthouse11 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort Crescent State Park16 min drive
  • AirportSaginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.)104 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

One-of-a-kind! Former Schoolhouse turned mansion for rent! The entire place!!

Welcome to the Grindstone Schoolhouse LLC.

This historic building was built in 1906 and fully remodeled in the 1990s into an inn with 5 private bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom (or two)! At nearly 10,000 sq ft total, the areas are very spacious and perfect for your large group to gather.

The top floor Master Suite has a new King mattress, a twin bed, his and hers bathrooms, and it’s own kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven and coffee maker. The bell tower extends from the Master Suite and has a futon and a great view of the countryside.

On the second floor you’ll find four large bedrooms, each with a private bathroom. Two of the rooms have two queen beds and walk-in kitchenettes with a seating area. The other two bedrooms have one queen bed each. Every room has a TV, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and coffee pot.

The Main floor features an 1100 sq ft Great Room, fully equipped kitchen, and dining room/den. There is also a half bath and laundry room. The finished basement has a TV, pool table, air hockey table, foosball table, dartboard and poker table.

Outside there is a wraparound deck, fire pit, and lots of room to run around!

The Grindstone Schoolhouse is located 4.5 miles from downtown Port Austin, MI, and just a half-mile from historic Grindstone City.

Property manager

Ryan

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster oven
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 7 bathrooms
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table football
  • Air hockey
  • Games room

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the city centre
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness centre

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)

General

  • Unit size: 10000 sq ft (929 sq m)

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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

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 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

Port Austin

Located in Port Austin, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Lake Huron and Port Crescent State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Port Austin Light Station and Bird Creek Park. Sandy Dunes Adventure Golf and Longshot Lanes are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Port Austin State Harbor - 9 min drive
  • Bird Creek Golf Club - 9 min drive
  • Pointe aux Barques Lighthouse - 11 min drive
  • Port Crescent State Park - 16 min drive
  • Sandy Dunes Adventure Golf - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Tap Room at Bird Creek Farms - 6 min drive
  • Pak's Backyard - 7 min drive
  • Grindstone General Store - 14 min walk
  • Lake Street Local - 7 min drive
  • The Bank 1884 - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is One-of-a-kind! Former Schoolhouse turned mansion for rent! The entire place!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at One-of-a-kind! Former Schoolhouse turned mansion for rent! The entire place!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at One-of-a-kind! Former Schoolhouse turned mansion for rent! The entire place!!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is One-of-a-kind! Former Schoolhouse turned mansion for rent! The entire place!! located?

Located in the heart of Port Austin, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Lake Huron and within 6 miles (10 km) of Port Austin Light Station and Veteran's Memorial Park. Bird Creek Park and Port Austin State Harbor are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
The house is very unique and amazing .. the host is very responsive and nice .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic property full of charm
Ryan was awesome. Very accommodating host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

William L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Extended Family Vacation
This is one of the best properties we have stayed at in the 8 years we have been doing this. Lots of room for the children to play and for the older youth to do their own thing. One evening we had a kite flying contest with 5 kites in the air at the same time. Far enough out in the country for good nighttime star gazing but only a short drive to Port Austin which has 2 great swimming beaches for children and other entertainment. A plus for those worried about well water taste/quality, Ryan trucks in city water which the whole house runs off.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family of twelve had a wonderful stay
This was a perfect location for our three generations. The house is lovely and well-stocked for a relaxing vacation. The host was more than accommodating! He replaced a malfunctioning air conditioner in the master bedroom with a new unit the same day. We would not hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique home
Had a wonderful time with family here. Very spacious. Owner is very accommodating. Nice yard for outdoor activities. Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Thumb Getaway
What a cool experience! Ryan and his family did a great job at making us feel welcome. The house was clean and spacious, the area was fun and interesting. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Don’t pass this up!!!
The building itself was more that amazing, Im I would have to say it’s one of the coolest places I’ve ever stayed. The real thing I have to make mention of is the owner, to say he they were extremely accommodating would be an understatement. We had mentioned a couple outside light bulbs were burnt out, and but by the time we returned from picking up dinner they had all been replaced. Each room had it own private bathroom along with all the small appliances one we need in their own room. There’s not enough great things to say about this property, if your looking at port Austin DO NOT pass this place up.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan T., North Branch

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Awesome!
Each bedroom has everything you would find at a nice hotel. Want some alone time? Go chill in your room with complete privacy. Different bed times for different members of the group? No problem, you can sleep undisturbed while others burn the midnight candle. My 3 year old just loved running around the building being as noisy as he wanted. My older children (the wife and I, too) played a light night game of laser tag (AWESOME!). We grocery shopped, cooked our meals, used the supplied grill, and ate together in the dining room. We played pool in the game room, had ice cream on the deck... and between our times using the property we enjoyed the beaches and attractions of Port Austin! Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this place!!
We can’t say enough great things about this place and our Host! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and we can’t wait to go back there next year! The Host was so helpful in every way. The house was clean and very spacious. It was a unique experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worked great for our family get together. Sleeps 20. Each bedroom has own bathroom. Large 1st floor gathering area, Large deck, basement was great for entertainment. A for host Ryan.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022