Enjoy your getaway in this Amish built new construction. The main level living room with a smart TV, complete kitchen, 3/4 bath and covered patio with a gas grill and fire pit. The sleeping loft has a double bed and two twin beds. Our setting is very peaceful with breathtaking sunsets and night ski. The driftless area of SE MN, also known as SE MN bluff country is unique in it's rolling topography with crops and hardwood forests, grazing cattle, Amish shops, the Root River, charming small towns and much more.
Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
4.8 miles (7.7 km) from Root River and 11 miles (17.7 km) from Sylvan Park
Country School Guest House, New Construction offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Lanesboro guest house is smoke free.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Available in some public areas: Internet access
Things to do
Games
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
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At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Smart TV
Food and drink
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
More
Air conditioning
Composting
Heating
Living room
Recycling
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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.
Reviews
Country School Guest House, New Construction Reviews
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Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 41 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 41 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Peter M.
24 Oct 2025
Peter M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie T.
19 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The owners and their animals were a joy to get to know. We will definitely be back!
Stephanie T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jon G.
16 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful 3 night stay! Everything was great,super cute and super clean. Definitely would recommend and would love to return someday.
Jon G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeff G.
11 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Thanks for a great stay. The guest house was very clean, quiet and comfortable. The country setting made for wonderful weekend stay and the highlight was being met by your friendly pups!
Jeff G.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karla H.
10 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved sitting out and reading surrounded by a bucolic setting!
Karla H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Dan W.
9 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This bunk house is lovely and was very clean. Nicely equipped. Check-in was seamless. Easy in and out. Very quiet and enjoyable farm setting. The location was out of town a ways which we had not expected, but we did not check that as closely as we could have. The only less desirable aspect was that the beds (3) were in the loft which had a very low ceiling. One must walk stooped over to get to the beds. More than once we bumped our heads on the ceiling. There was one queen bed and two twin beds. The queen bed was comfortable. The bedding was nice and more than adequate.
Dan W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Cynhia H.
25 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The property had everything you could need. Very nice stay.
Cynhia H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Larry W.
16 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place stay, host and animals were all very accommodating, good location to accessing different sections of the root river bike trail. Will be back.
Larry W.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shannon T.
28 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This quaint little retreat is exactly as pictured! Andrea and Sheldon are wonderful hosts and thought of everything you didn't know you needed for your stay - including board games, an umbrella and even a blanket on the outdoor couch for chilly nights while using the fire pit - which they also provided the fire wood. The place was very clean. We enjoyed all the animals as well. We highly recommend the Country School Guesthouse for your next stay in the Lanesboro area.
Shannon T.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Barbara C.
27 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It’s a beautiful and charming VRBO out in the countryside. Everything was clean and quaint and we loved the animals! Andrea, the owner, very sweet!
Barbara C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica H.
25 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Second time staying here. Amazing as always. Very quiet and peaceful. The Amish working the hay field across the road was a highlight!
Jessica H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Conor G.
13 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing bunkhouse on the farm, with modern and comfortable appointments. Friendly host couple and animals.
Conor G.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer R.
9 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
What a great place, everything was perfect and Sheldon and Andrea were very nice and lovely hosts.Beyond charming, their guest house is so comfortable. We slept great, and there’s ample room in the kitchen to make meals.The location is wonderful and so quiet and meeting Kadi, Molly and the rescue animals was a treat.Highly recommended and we hope to come back!
Jennifer R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cindy K.
8 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We absolutely loved our stay at the Country School Guest House! Andrea and Sheldon were warm and welcoming! We truly enjoyed our visits in the yard. We loved hearing about the house and rescue animals. Kadi and Molly (the host’s rescue dogs) were happy to visit with us each morning and evening after our biking adventures! We look forward to our next visit!
Cindy K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Colleen E., Des Moines Iowa
3 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We loved everything about our stay here. My sister and I grew up in rural Iowa as kids and have been city people for many years now. We wanted a rural experience. The country side was beautiful. The quest house was wonderful. An Amish neighbor had finished the interior, and it could not have been more charming or functional. We especially enjoyed the fire pit on the back patio and the rescue animals they keep. Sheldon and Andera were so friendly and accommodating, but yet respected our privacy.
Colleen E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lia K.
27 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Summer getaway
We enjoyed our stay, lovely amenities, a fire pit and a grill. We were very happy to also meet the animals running around.
Lia K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rick S.
21 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Couldn't have been nicer! Andrea were perfect hosts and the rental was decorated beautifully!We went there to bike but rental was so comfortable it was hard to leave. Definitely would like to return!
Rick S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Terry H.
7 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great quiet escape. In the country
The cottage is a cozy quiet place in the country tucked in Amish country. The cottage well stocked and nicely decorated. The ceiling in the loft is very low, but otherwise a great stay.
Terry H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Noreen T.
1 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint place to stay!
Loved the peace and quiet! Cozy and clean. Thank you for all the little details you attended to in creating your place!
Noreen T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lynette N.
27 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Hobby Farm Charm
We had an incredibly peaceful stay in a delightful place which included everything we could ask for. We enjoyed our visit with Andrea and Sheldon, and they were very responsive to any questions that we had. The weather was not very cooperative for us, but we were still able to enjoy the outdoors sitting sheltered from the rain on the patio.
Lynette N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tara G., Minnesota Lake, MN
22 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
We headed to the Lanesboro area for a little r & r; discovered Sheldon and Andrea’s place, and it was the perfect retreat for what we needed! Clean, comfortable, well-appointed and an idyllic place to unwind!
Tara G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brian S., Harvard
12 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Andrea and Sheldon were super great hosts and answered any questions we had quickly. The bunkhouse was very clean and came with everything we needed for a nice stay. The property was close to the Root River Trail where we biked, and it was very relaxing and quiet. The farm animals and pets were nice to be able to pet and interact with. We will most definitely be back.
It was extremely clean with cute decorations. Owners were very friendly and kind. I would definitely stay there again. Warm and cozy accommodations and close to surrounding towns!
Wonderful little farm house with everything you need. Beautiful Amish furniture. We met the owners and they were great. Very accommodating. Beware tall people the loft has a low sealing.
Keith
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kim O., Minneapolis
27 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip
Very cute and peaceful place to spend the weekend. They have thought of everything. So peaceful and relaxing! Highly recommend! Hosts were great!