Converted Historic Schoolhouse w/ Hot Tub & Views!

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December 2024

January 2025

Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 893 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Hot tub

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Greybull, Wyoming

Bighorn Basin GeoScience Center
8 min drive
Greybull City Park
8 min drive
Shell Falls
23 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Parking available

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

2 Jan - 3 Jan

About this property

Entire place

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

Immerse yourself in the rawness of rural Wyoming while staying at this unique Greybull vacation rental. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath cottage is ideally located for outdoor fun and peace in nature with Devil's Kitchen, the Bighorn Mountains, and geological features nearby! When you're not exploring the surrounding landscape, hang at this historic schoolhouse that's been converted to feature all of the modern comforts, including a well-equipped kitchen, cozy living area, and furnished outdoor space!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Pet Friendly | Secluded Location | Private Acreage | Free WiFi

Prepare for a one-of-a-kind getaway when you book this historic vacation rental serving as the perfect home base for recreation and relaxation!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds | Living Room: Full Bed, Futon | Additional Sleeping: 2 Twin Rollaway Beds

OUTSIDE HANGOUT: Deck, lounge furniture, picnic table, private hot tub (seasonal, May - September), antique items, mountain views
INDOOR LIVING: Dining table, wood-burning stove, reading nook w/ bookshelf, laptop-friendly workspace, antique decor, local art collection, telephone, vaulted ceilings, open floor plan, ceiling fans, natural light
KITCHEN: Well equipped, drip coffee maker, full knife set, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Linens & towels, washer/dryer, central A/C & heating, pet fee (paid pre-trip)
SUITABILITY: Stairs required
PARKING: Driveway (5 vehicles), trailer parking

* NOTE: The property does have cell phone service, but it may be spotty since the property is located in a rural area *

-- THE LOCATION --

GET OUTSIDE: Devil's Kitchen (5.1 miles), Chimney Rock (11.9 miles), Shell Falls (19.3 miles), Bighorn National Forest (29.8 miles), Yellowstone National Park (157 miles)
THINGS TO SEE & DO: Big Horn Basin Geoscience Center (6.8 miles), Greybull Museum (6.8 miles), Red Gulch Dinosaur Tracksite (8.9 miles), Museum of Flight & Aerial Firefighting (9.7 miles), Buffalo Bill Center of the West (60.7 miles), Old Trail Town (62.6 miles)
BITE TO EAT: Lisa's Western Cuisine & Spirits (6.6 miles), Smokehouse Saloon (6.8 miles), Los Gabanes Mexican Restaurant (6.9 miles), Brandis Candies (7.1 miles)
AIRPORTS: Yellowstone Regional Airport (57.7 miles), Billings Logan International Airport (132 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly with a fee (maximum 2 pets allowed)
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property does have cell phone service, but it may be spotty since the property is located in a rural area
- NOTE: The hot tub is a seasonal amenity available only May - September
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access

This cottage features a spa tub. The cottage includes amenities such as a kitchen and a washer/dryer.

Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washer/dryer, and 2 bathrooms
7 minutes by car from Greybull Museum and 8 minutes from Bighorn Basin GeoScience Center

This cottage offers its guests a spa tub. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Greybull cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

A hot tub

Internet

WiFi available

Parking and transport

Limited on-site parking (max. 5 spaces)
On-site parking
Car recommended

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Spices
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathrooms

2 bathrooms
Towels provided

Living spaces

Wood stove

Outdoor areas

Patio

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

Laptop workspace

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible
Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Phone

Things to do

Hunting nearby
Hiking nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

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

General

Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

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 are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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 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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Converted Historic Schoolhouse w/ Hot Tub & Views! Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.0/10

Cleanliness

2/10 Terrible

Michael M.

1 Feb 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

no communication

We booked the stay and recieved all of the confirmation emails like we should. Had it scheduled and got a message to contact the owner prior to getting there so we could get instruction son how to get in. Took a few tries to get the owner but when we did we found out the owner had no idea we were staying there and the house had been closed and winterized. He was out of town and his manager was out of town. Sorry about you luck. The only good thing about the stay was that we are local so we just went somewhere else. If I were coming in from out of state driving or flying somehwere i would have been up the creek. There is nothing else in the area. Each group seems to blame the other but. This property is owned by one persona and managed by a firm that posts properties on VRBO. not vrbo's fault. just to many hands in the cookie jar with little concern for the actual customer in my opinion.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie M., GLENWOOD SPRINGS

14 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Views, Very Special Place

I was here nearly two weeks in early October, and this place really grew on me - golden eagles, coyotes singing in the night, rabbits, wild turkeys, hawks, woodpeckers, geese, ducks, meteorites in a beautiful night sky, and gorgeous sunrises and sunsets - and no neighbors, so very quiet. If you’re interested in geology, this area is chock-full of interesting things, from the nearby Jurassic tracksite to Devil’s Kitchen (which can be seen from the property in the distance) to beautiful Shell Canyon and of course the Bighorns. The restoration and addition to the old school house has been done with loving care. It’s a really unique and wonderful property in a beautiful setting with views in every direction and lots of history. Communication was great, and Fain even messaged me to check on things when a big storm came through. No mosquitoes in October, just lots of fall color. An unforgettable place.

Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karina P.

1 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful, historic schoolhouse!

We had a fantastic stay at the historic schoolhouse - such a unique experience! The home was very comfortable and had everything we needed to enjoy our vacation, right down to the beautiful sunsets every night. The location was also great, with downtown Shell, the dinosaur tracks, Shell Falls and Bighorn Canyon just a short drive away and well worth checking out. (Aspire coffee shop in Shell is AMAZING.) We also drove around Route 14, which has great views and lots of places to stop and wander. Overall, a great place and fantastic home! Thank you for letting us stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

1 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Great people, History, amazing mountains

10/10 Excellent

Dustin C.

5 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect private historical stay!

This rock school house is the perfect place to stay if you want to be away from it all and appreciate history! The property was well stocked and owners were easy to communicate with. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

LuAnn M.

1 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

The school house was very nice lots of interesting pictures and books. Was bigger than I thought and hope to be back there.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lucas V.

3 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique Place in a Great Location

The schoolhouse was a fantastic spot for a stop over in our vacation. The building itself is nicely updated and fit our group of 4 very comfortably. The wifi worked well, but cell phone service was extremely spotty until you got closer to town. The schoolhouse is conveniently located within 15 minutes of lots of different outdoor activities, including a scenic drive or hike through Bighorn National Forest and the dinosaur tracksite. I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again if we were coming through!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

15 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely unique and charming

Staying in this schoolhouse is like staying in a cross between a museum, an art gallery, a bookstore and a rustic cabin. And I mean that in the best possible way. The place is decorated with local historical artifacts like fossils, buffalo hides and antiques. There are great examples of classic sheepherder wagons in the yard. Local art and photography hangs from every wall and there's a corner of the schoolhouse that is just packed with hundreds of books. The views from every direction are stupendous. My wife and I spent four nights here during a big cold snap in February 2021. The temps were -20 at night and there was six inches of fresh snow. It was beautiful outside and we spent most of the time reading books and enjoying the warmth of the wood-burning stove. There's nothing like a roaring fire on a cold night. During the day, we explored the mountains and surrounding area, which rival anything you could find in a national park. Before we arrived, I had some suspicions about the place. I worried that it was going to be some corny attempt to take a historical landmark and make some quick cash by putting it up on a rental site like this. I didn't like the idea of a gentrified country schoolhouse. But the reality is that this property seems to be a labor of love. The schoolhouse is over a hundred years old and had been built by the early homesteaders in the area, but by the middle of last century, it had started to fall apart. The current owner bought it back in the 80s and brought it back to life by repairing the roof, building on an addition in the back with a kitchen and bathrooms and a bedroom. The addition retains the historical charm of the original very well. For years, it seems this place was operated as a sort of bookstore/community center/art gallery. Staying here feels like a shortcut to getting to know the passionate and creative people in the community. The one thing I would caution visitors about is that the schoolhouse section doesn't stay very warm throughout the night. The back addition is plenty comfortable and warm, but there's only room for two people. Any group more than two people staying in the winter would have to be prepared to have some cool nights sleeping in the old schoolhouse. Beyond that, you will not be disappointed.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charlie C.

3 Nov 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding

Our week spent at the school was magical! Great care was taken to prepare and manage the property! Highly recommend!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sherry W.

14 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique Gem for Those who love Nature and History- Perfect Educational Place for Families

My family and I stayed at this place because we have two small children (6 years and 3 year old) and we wanted to give them an experience which was different than just staying at your typical run of the mill hotel or home. They thought it was AWESOME to be staying in a SCHOOLHOUSE that other kids back in the day went to learn. The house has plenty of history, including old desks and pictures of the former students. There is a little library filled with books on many topics concerning Wyoming and the culture of the area. Outside, you will find another schoolhouse which was built prior to one we stayed in along with wagon wheels and other older work equipment. In the evening, we enjoyed sitting (splashing) in the hot tub and looking at the stars which were abundant. The Schoolhouse may seem like it's in the middle of nowhere, but it's within a reasonable distance to many nature attractions. Fain and Rachel were excellent hosts who gave us directions to places we would have never known to look for. While we were here, we were able to visit the following places: -Shell Falls -Devil's Kitchen -Hike through the Mountains -Thermopolis (Worlds Largest Mineral Hot Springs) -Yellowstone (It's two hours away but the drive is worth it due to the scenery along the way). We didn't tour the entire park because it was just too big and we had a flight to catch the next day. -Sheridan -Big Horn National Park, which was beautiful -American Medicine Wheel We visited these places in 3.5 days and never felt like we spent our entire time on the road. Many of these places, you could easily spend hours or an entire day of exploring, reflecting, meditating, etc.. We ate at the local restaurants and the food was great. We shopped local (Crazy Woman Shop), visited the Dinosaur museum and the found the people to be very down to Earth and welcoming. We will certainly be back again because there was so much to do. This is not a touristy destination so it will not have that high energy vibe. This is a destination for those who want to immerse themselves into the environment and discover Wyoming on your own terms.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

brian k.

18 Sept 2020

Disliked: Cleanliness

Good Place

Nice place but mosquitoes were horrible and limited our enjoyment.

10/10 Excellent

scott r.

4 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property and Host

This is a wonderful piece of history preserved. The Stone School House is spacious, comfortable and serene. It is centrally located to so many of Wyoming's great sites. John, our Host, was wonderful and made us feel right at home. I highly recommend this property to all.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Philip T.

17 Dec 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay for a family

We had four people and two dogs. The school house is comfortable and spacious. We cooked a full thanksgiving dinner - the kitchen was great. I ended up working quite a bit, and there is an awesome desk in the upstairs loft, right next to the internet router. Lots of space to get quality work done. Conveniently, the cell service is crummy unless you enable wifi calling on your phone... you can get whatever you need to get done or have plenty of excuses as to why you couldn't get anything done. The property is about 8 acres and fenced in, which was really nice for our dogs. Lots of hiking, skiing, hunting near by. The valley is surrounded by BLM land making recreational opportunities plentiful. John was a great host. He were caught in a storm and couldn't leave because the major highways in Wyoming were closed after Thanksgiving. John insisted we stay another night on him. Great experience. We will go back next year.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Glen B., Woodinville

11 Nov 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Historic school

Great location. Historic school house converted to rental both fun and interesting. Compared to options in area well worth the rates.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

John W.

10 Oct 2019

Old Stone Schoolhouse

Fun place to stay. Great books.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rosa B., Virginia

1 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful historic schoolhouse, great location, very comfortable

We stayed here for the second time this summer. This is a real gem. It’s in a great location (easy access to the Bighorns, the Red Gulch wilderness area and many other great places to hike and walk). It’s right on the highway but amazingly quiet and peaceful. From the back deck all you see is farms, mountains etc. The house is well-equipped (plenty of kitchen equipment, which is a rarity in rental houses) and comfortable. It is thoughtfully decorated with photos and original bits of furniture, and contains a mini-library full of books about the region and its history. John, the owner, is a great resource and very helpful and welcoming. This is not a luxury rental, but it has everything a couple of family could need. We will return again next summer, I hope!

Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Roger I.

30 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

Thoroughly enjoyed the stay. I'd stay there again in the future. John was great in communicating check in and other needs. Sunset on back deck was peaceful.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Monica W.

3 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

A Gem of a getaway. Hidden treasure

What a unique find! It was a quiet place with absolutely everything you could want. If you want to venture off the beaten path, this place is for you.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Helen K.

27 Jul 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Evocative historical property in the beautiful Bighorn Basin

We loved staying in the Old Stone School. It is a perfect base for making excursions into the Bighorns and exploring nearby dinosaur track site and Sheep Mountain, a textbook example of an anticline. The views from the house are beautiful, and we enjoyed the big open kitchen. If you are interested in pioneer history, the original stone building has a library and former museum exhibits.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

23 Jul 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Weekend Stay

The Stone School House outside Shell Wy was even better than we had imagined. The setting was gorgeous and the house was so fun to explore as there are historical artifacts all throughout. The property provided privacy and plenty of room to move around inside and out. We highly recommend this to anyone looking for a fabulous place to stay in a beautiful setting!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

8 Jul 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

A Rare Rustic Jewel!

A very secluded and quiet place to stay with stunning views! Host was very accommodating, quick to respond and we were made to feel welcome! The historic location enlightens you to the areas rich history! Close enough to enjoy day trips to Yellowstone, Big Horn Canyon and other activities within minutes.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jon E.

11 Jun 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what I needed.

Good location. Love the privacy. Sleeping in a historical school house???How often does one get a chance to do that? All around good time with plenty to do in the surrounding area as well. John seems like a great guy, and was a gracious host. Hope we get a chance to do it again.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey F., Greenville, SC

1 Jun 2019

Peaceful retreat

The historic schoolhouse is a peaceful retreat for those seeking activities in the Bighorns. The kitchen and dining areas is spacious. The beds are very comfy. My rating of 3/5 is due to lack of truly high speed internet and cell service. The deck on the back provides a nice few of the snow on the Bighorns to the east. The bathroom with the tub/shower is small but will suffice. Internet is dicey. I think the whole US highway east of Greybull is serviced only by a “DSL” provider. There is no cell signal either but there is a “landline” in the house. There is no TV and thus no cable or satellite TV. So you will have to use your laptops and tablets but watching video can be frustrating.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019