You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Quaint Apartment - 10 Min from Turkey Run and Shades, Pet Friendly
Located only a couple minutes from Lake Waveland and two great state parks, Shades and Turkey Run. Turkey Run golf course is only a couple miles away. Restaurants located close. Close to covered bridges making it great for festival season.
Property manager
Charles Alsip
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
TV
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoke-free property
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)
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 neighborhood
Waveland, IN
What's nearby
Lake Waveland - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
Turkey Run State Park - 15 min drive - 16.1 km
Shades State Park - 18 min drive - 10.3 km
Billie Creek Village - 33 min drive - 35.7 km
1883 Train Depot - 33 min drive - 33.0 km
Getting around
Crawfordsville Station - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Harrison Street Tavern - 13 min drive
Cozy Corner - 5 min walk
Waveland Pub - 12 min walk
Italian Pie & Bakery - 5 min walk
Bon Ton Diner - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Quaint Apartment - 10 Min from Turkey Run and Shades, Pet Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at Quaint Apartment - 10 Min from Turkey Run and Shades, Pet Friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Quaint Apartment - 10 Min from Turkey Run and Shades, Pet Friendly?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Quaint Apartment - 10 Min from Turkey Run and Shades, Pet Friendly located?
Situated in Waveland, this apartment building is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Lake Waveland and within 9 mi (15 km) of Shades State Park and Turkey Run State Park. Narrows Bridge is 9 mi (14.4 km) away.
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Quaint Apartment - 10 Min from Turkey Run and Shades, Pet Friendly Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 34 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Blanca
28 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I visit the area about once a year. I often camp, and on shorter trips I’ve stayed at a hotel in Crawfordsville until this year. The Schoolhouse property was perfect for my need. Right off 47 in Waveland, very convenient for getting to Shades or Turkey Run State Parks. Quite a unique property, it was super comfortable and clean. I am already planning next year’s stay here. It was perfect for my needs.
James G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Colleen
21 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved it very unique, clean, plenty of space, the owner did a great job designing this old schoolhouse .
Terrific place to stay. More than makes up for being off the beaten path. Close to Turkey Run park and 15 miles from Crawfordville. Extraordinary amount of amenities. Must put on your to-do list.
Nothing fancy here, but the property had everything we needed (except a hair dryer, which we happened to bring along so it wasn't a problem) for a short stay, plus it was fund to stay in what used to be a school. Ingenious redevelopment of this property to put a solid structure to good use. Best of luck with success with the property!
We stumbled on this VRBO property while looking for somewhere to stay close to Turkey Run State Park. It exceeded our expectations in so many ways! Very clean, and the kids were tickled by the extra access to the gym and game area. It was a very easy drive to both Shades and Turkey Run, and the one morning it rained there were DVDs provided that kept us all content to hang out inside watching a movie and playing. Overall it was a unique and cool VRBO that we'll be saving for a repeat trip in the future!
This was our second stay at Schoolhouse BNB and we are hoping to make it an annual tradition. Love the amenities of the schoolhouse and appreciate the mix of modern design with the original school touches. Might not be everyone’s taste but for those looking for a fun outdoorsy trip to the Turkey Run area, it’s perfect. Conveniently located by a few parks. The town of Waveland itself does not have much to offer but the proximity to many attractions makes it well worth it. The owner of this property is very receptive and attentive. Looking forward to making more memories here in the future!
Staying at the Schoolhouse was a wonderfully unique experience, a fully furnished apartment inside the office of an old elementary school. Charles, property owner, was great with communications and hospitality. Super family friendly and pet friendly with seemingly endless amenities, great location near two state parks, Waveland Lake and canoeing/kayaking on Sugar creek. Walking distance to community park, public library, quaint downtown restaurants and shops. Highly recommend!
Most unique VRBO we've ever stayed at!! Very clean, lots of unexpected activities and cute gift from the owner! This schoolhouse property is such a cool idea. We spent our days hiking at Turkey Run State Park/Shades State Park and our evenings at the Schoolhouse. There are so many things to do...we had access to billiards, foosball, shuffleboard, ping pong and the entire gymnasium at the school. The activities are set up throughout the hallways and in the gym which also had basketballs, etc. for our use. On our next trip to Turkey Run, we will definitely be staying here!
We decided at last minute to stay here instead of camping at Turkey Run due to weather uncertainties. It was a fun, memorable place to stay. Perfect for my husband and I plus our dog. Bed was comfortable. We had everything we needed in the kitchen.
Unique way to convert the administration offices of an elementary school into an apartment.
Close to both Shades and Turkey Run!
This is a unique property that allows you to use some of the ancillary features at the facility. We really enjoyed playing pool and shuffleboard. The site is located in the middle of covered bridge country and near Shades and Turkey Run and was a great base for us.
The school office was the perfect size for the 2 of us. We could not get over the uniqueness and the great idea. Everything was very, very clean. Towels and sheets were bright white and the faint smell of bleach is refreshing.
There wasn't much to do or see around the immediate town, but the 2 state parks within 15 minutes were both fantastic.
The hosts were great, they left an adorable welcome gift bag and were very quick to communicate.
The property was as expected. Very clean. Very easy to find. Close enough to Turkey Run, and other small towns. Ideal location for antiquing.
Plenty of space for my dogs and their kennels. Even a large enough yard for them to run.
The only negative, for us, was that we both like to cook at home, and we were limited with cookware.
Though, side note, the host left us this cute "grab bag".
We were very comfortable in this space and appreciated the additional recreation. It was fun to learn about your business. We found only two things we were lacking during our stay. A sheet/baking pan and some sharp knives. You may want to remind people to lock themselves in at night as this is not usually a concern and was nearly an afterthought for us.
Ingenious and well thought out. Attention to detail made all the difference. Will recommend.
Our family of four had a great Mother's Day weekend stay here. Sat we did hikes at Turkey Run and Sun hike at Shades. Since there were no other events scheduled at the venue, in the evenings we had a blast playing all the games: basketball, pool, pingpong, shuffleboard, and Foosball. We were comfortable in the condo but being able to use the bigger table for eating in the common area was a big plus since we ate breakfast and dinner there. This is definitely a fun place to stay and I will recommend it to family and friends.
Very unique remodel of an old elementary school! They left a lot of the original aspects of the school in tact while modernizing it and making it practical for use as an BNB as well as storage, a recording studio and a place to host others special events. The BNB is in what was the principal's and administrative offices, nurse's office and teacher's lounge. It's very spacious, about the size of a 2 bedroom apartment. They have pretty much all the amenities you need. You also have access to the gym (basketball and ping pong) and the hall area which has pool, shuffleboard and foosball. We hiked at Turkey Run State Park during the day and enjoyed playing games together at the schoolhouse during the evenings. They even allowed us to bring our small dog for no extra fee. They have all the items you need to cook meals here. The host also left us a gift bag with a hand written note which added a really nice personal touch.
What a great use of an old school. The apartment was converted from the offices of an old elementary school. My daughter got a kick out of staying in the principal's office. We booked this for a weekend hiking trip at Turkey Run. The location is close to Turkey Run and Shades. It was quiet and private. It was super clean and the beds were comfortable. The kitchen allowed us to cook breakfast before we went out hiking. We also liked being close enough to come back for a mid-day break. Communication with Charles was easy. Apartment was dog friendly as well. We didn't get to hike in Shades because of the weather, so we'll definitely be back.
Amy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Danielle
15 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed here two nights for the Covered Bridge festival and loved it! Check in was easy and Charles was quick to respond with any questions. The apartment was very clean and I feel the amenities went above and beyond, there was coffee, creamer, sugar, water and soda! Other places I have stayed have bare minimum. It was a quick 15-20 minute drive to Rockville for the festival and there is a good cafe right there in town for breakfast. We had the whole school to ourselves and there was a cool game room area. I would definitely stay here again, if I had any suggestions it would be to have outside lighting. At night, it was a dark neighborhood and there was no outside lights so it was hard to see when trying to unlock the outside doors.
Danielle
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Carol
11 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a very unique place to stay, it's the only apt. in a wonderfully refurbished Elementary School, Waveland Elementary. The school has an interesting past and it now houses not just the apt. but several venues as well. The caretaker, Charles, was a great young man easy to communicate with and answered our requests/questions in a timely manner. My only complaint would be that after a day of visiting Turkey Run S.P. the only place to rest was a small love seat set in front of the TV. There wasn't a coffee table or end table to use. The kitchen was very spacious with a two seat table, coffee, sweetener and creamer were provided along with bottled water. Bedrooms were also spacious and beds very comfortable every thing very clean. Our 2 cats were able to stay with us too. I would recommend this apt. to a couple or a family with perhaps two children.
Thanks for a happy stay.