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.
Great location and great accommodations. We enjoyed seeing the wild turkeys and deer in the park right I front of the property. Owners are very responsive with any questions we had.
The hosts were nearby and very helpful assisting us in any way they could. The home was charming. Not fussy but cozy and comfortable. Welcoming is a word weâd all use to describe our stay here. Also there is a park across the street and an ice cream shoppe within a block away for those awesome evening treats. We will definitely recommend this home and we WILL return here.
I thought very hard about visiting w/kids, grandkids & pets for Easter 2025. I live 2-1/2 hrs away. I hv adhd & pressure drives me into a frenzy! My trip turned into a Zen Family gathering over the long weekend. Great Vibe. Fun & all people got along, including the dogs. My family came in small groups over my stay. It worked great! We got to hang a little w/Liz & Joe, who are unbeatable hosts!hosts!w/LizJw/ssweekend!lowas
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.
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.
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.