Osage Schoolhouse: Renovated, Sleeps 23, Spacious and Comfortable

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Dining area with beverage center and second refrigerator

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5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 25464.5 sq m

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Parking available
Pet-friendly
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Washer
Outdoor space
Air conditioning

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Osage, MN

Two Inlets State Forest
‪17 min drive‬
Itasca State Park
‪43 min drive‬
Detroit Lake
‪48 min drive‬
Detroit Lakes, MN (DTL)
‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 25)

Airplane Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

A Master Suite

1 Queen Bed

Automobile Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bicycle Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bunkroom 1 - lower level

3 Single Bunk Beds

Bunkroom 2 - lower level

1 Single Bunk Bed

Motorcycle Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Upper Level - off living room

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Lower Level Bath 1

Toilet · Shower only

Lower Level Bath 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Level Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Main Level Restroom 1

Toilet

Main Level Restroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Fully renovated in 2015, this former school house is the perfect gathering place for large groups of friends, family, or coworkers. It has lots of table space for games, crafts, viewing trail maps, and planning your next business venture. Enjoy the big screen TV and Wi-Fi or take advantage of the many outdoor recreation options in the area. Osage Schoolhouse has plenty of space to eat, sleep, and play!

BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS...... 5 bedrooms and 2 bunk rooms, 16 beds sleep 23, plus room for portable child beds, with 3 full baths and 2 half baths. Linens and towels are provided as well as a washer and drier.

DINING & KITCHEN...... The dining area seats 32 at four large tables and a bar height counter. Additional seating for 8 in adjoining room. The kitchen is designed for large groups and includes two refrigerators, two ovens, a five-burner stove, with tons of pans/dishes and space to work. There is a third refrigerator on the lower level and a propane grill on the deck, with 2 picnic tables outside.

LIVING ROOMS..... Huge main floor living room has comfortable seating, large wall TV, DVD, board games, desk, computer, printer, and more. The lower level has a second living area.

Wi-Fi and plenty outlets to charge your devices.

Gas, snacks, liquor, dinning, auto and ATV/snowmobile repair, post office, church, boat landing, beach, and picnic shelter are all available right in Osage with groceries and everything else available in Park Rapid (10 miles) and Detroit Lakes (35 miles).

Snowmobile/ATV trails and the Lake Country Scenic Byway connect to the parking lot which is large enough for 12 vehicles plus trailers.

Hike, bike, fish, hunt, ATV, snowmobile, motorcycle, and other recreation options are available at:
...... Straight Lake (0.3 miles)
...... Smokey Hills State Forest (2 miles)
...... Two Inlets State Forest (4 miles)
...... The Heartland Trail (10 miles)
...... North Country National Scenic Trail (16 miles)
...... Tamarac National wildlife Refuge (17 miles)
...... Paul Bunyan State Forest (30 miles)
...... Itasca State Park (32 miles)

More information is available on our website OsageSchoolhouse(dot)com

Keywords: Vacation Home, Year-Around, Weekend, Renovated, Spacious, Osage, Park Rapids, Itasca, Groups, Reunions, Teambuilding, Retreats, Wedding Parties, ATV, Snowmobile, Motorcycle, Hike, Hunt, Fish, Swim, Scrapbook, Quilt, Crafts, Games, Wi-fi, Air Conditioning, Trailer Parking,

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Merrily Karel

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

You are required to clean your own dishes, cookware, and refrigerators before departure.

Otherwise, a cleaning fee will be charged at a rate of $32/hour. This would include any excessive disorder or cleaning issues.

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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Osage

Located in Osage, this holiday home is on a lake. Skoe Park and Headwaters Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Two Inlets State Forest and Red Bridge Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Osage, MN

What's nearby

Red Bridge Park - 14 min drive - 15.4 km
Two Inlets State Forest - 17 min drive - 12.2 km
Itasca State Park - 43 min drive - 45.0 km
Lake Itasca - 45 min drive - 46.9 km
Detroit Lake - 48 min drive - 53.5 km

Restaurants

‪Osage Bait & Tackle - ‬2 min walk
‪Pizza Ranch - ‬7 min drive
‪Lush Lola's - ‬7 min drive
‪Cindy Q's - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Osage Schoolhouse: Renovated, Sleeps 23, Spacious and Comfortable pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Osage Schoolhouse: Renovated, Sleeps 23, Spacious and Comfortable?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Osage Schoolhouse: Renovated, Sleeps 23, Spacious and Comfortable?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Osage Schoolhouse: Renovated, Sleeps 23, Spacious and Comfortable located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Two Inlets State Forest, Hubbard County Historical Museum and Red Bridge Park. Fresenius Medical Care at St Joseph North and CHI St. Joseph's Health are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

4 January 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas

Large rooms allowed for different activities at the same time. Large kitchen and counter spaced helped with storage and easy preparation of meals. We had a group of 22 any there was plenty of room for all.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

15 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Gathering

This place is great for large family gatherings with different age groups. So many choices for activities. Plenty of sleeping spaces and a very large eating area.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miriam A.

4 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay!

This is a beautiful home with so much character! Our family enjoyed it so much. There was plenty of space to spread out, tons of towels and extra blankets. Very close to nice parks and the Osage Beach. We would recommend this unique, beautiful home to families/big groups!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mickey C.

28 October 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Get Together

This place is amazing. Plenty of space to host a large group like we had. The set up is amazing and all the space, bedrooms, living room up and downstairs. Many bathrooms so no problems there and such a great location . Can walk to: OBT, Beyer’s Market and Byer’s Liqour Store. Lynda is wonderful. She met me there, did a walk through of the house and was also quick to repaind to the question I had. Already working on a family get together next year.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb B.

14 August 2024

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Wonderful

Everything needed was provided. The manager was an angel . It was a great experience.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth A.

1 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a great time!

We loved the stay! The property was amazing and we would absolutely stay again! The only item to update is check out time, online it says 1 pm but at the location all over the house it says 11am, so just a note to update that. Beautiful place, lake just down the street, dishes and cooking items there for us to use, comfy beds! Thank you!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

10 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great family venue.

It accommodates a large family with all age groups. Plenty of space for meals and sleeping. Many activities in the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee H.

25 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

WW 2024

Our group of friends have had an annual women's weekend starting in 1987. We have had 12-30 ladies join us over the years. This year we decided to stay at Osage and everything was perfect with everything we may need within walking distance. The house had towels, a Blackstone, crockpots, cooking utensils, appliances, soap, and bathroom toiletries. It met all our needs and beyond!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

19 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SUMMER FAMILY GETAWAY

Wonderful place for a large family gathering. Plenty of sleeping space, bathrooms and eating area. This place works very well for a large family and is walking distance to the beach. Great memories!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

8 July 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

Great place for a large family getaway. Plenty of space and many things to do to keep everyone occupied. The place was very clean, comfortable and well stocked. Love all the historical decor.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H., Walker, MN

4 August 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

This was our second stay for a family reunion. It was perfect the first time so we were excited to return.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

7 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Family Time

Our multiple stays here have always been awesome. There is plenty of sleeping spaces for a large group and the kitchen/eating area is very large. There is plenty to do for all age groups. We will be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia B.

14 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing large family rental

From prior to checking in through the duration of our stay out expectations were far exceeded! The house was large enough for our family vacation of 20 and the location was perfect. A playground and beach within walking distance and plenty of indoor activities for the rainy times! We will definitely be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott-Karen W.

24 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent gathering space for large group

Unique place with sleeping arrangements for 23. Huge kitchen area well stocked. Lots of room for people to gather both upstairs and downstairs. Straight lake, which is nearby was also very nice as we brought a boat. Members of our group said they’d be willing to come here again we gathered as a large family get together.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

17 September 2023

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Sibling ATV trip

Great place to stay. ATV trails left from the parking lot. Gas and food across the street. Place was amazing. Everything you would need and more. Tv satellite was not working but wasn’t much time for that anyways. Would recommend to everyone to stay here.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

7 July 2016

Very clean, well maintained, well equipped home.

We had our four children, their spouses and several of our grandkids together for a family reunion. It was wonderful to all be together in a very roomy, comfortable house. We would love to go back and do it again someday, as we all decided we had discovered a "gold mine". The house manager was very helpful and wonderful to work with, thank you Lynda. Thank you to the owner old this old schoolhouse, what a great place!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

Paula R.

14 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Experience!

The host was amazing! She met us at the property and walked us through answering any questions we had. The house was exactly as described and extremely clean. We had 20 people staying at the house for my sons wedding. There was lots of room for everyone! They also had lots of extras like games and toys for the kids. They even had a pantry with staples just in case we needed something when we were cooking. Check out process was easy. I would definitely recommend this property!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H., Walker, MN

8 August 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family Reunion Site

The old school house was the perfect spot for our family reunion. The place was so well thought out with space for everyone and every activity. Everything we could have needed was available at the house. Even though the house is by the highway, it was completely quiet inside and peaceful in the back yard. We loved the location because we could get ice across the street and a couple items we forgot next door at the grocery store. The beach was a huge hit with the younger kids along with the park, both a block or two away. This is by far our favorite place to spend our family reunion and we will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary J., USA

4 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Perfect Week in MN Lake Country

Our 2nd time at the Osage Schoolhouse for a family event was terrific. Four families from different directions arrived to a well-appointed and beautifully decorated place for 14 of us to enjoy each other's company, swim in Straight Lake, cook, play games, visit Itasca State Park, and engage in highly competitive mini golf at nearby Park Rapids. Lynda was great getting us checked in, everything was clean, orderly, and well stocked, from the ice cubes to the spice cupboard. The kitchen is spacious, well equipped, and there is a Blackstone Griddle available on the deck for outdoor cooking. The kids and teenagers had a fun time playing lawn games in the yard. I had a couple ZOOM business meetings during our stay, and the WIFI worked great, even with many of us on it at times. The grocery and liquor stores less than a rock throw away as well as the OBT are convenient for an impulse need or something forgotten at home. We would definitely recommend and reuse this property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen A.

27 July 2018

Wonderful place for a family to gather!

4 families (14 people) stayed comfortably for a long weekend! We were so pleased with the accommodations that we are already planning our next trip to Osage! We were looking for a place that would accommodate little kids (ages 3-6), teenagers, married couples and Gma/Gpa - the Osage School house had everything we needed. Kitchen is stocked with everything a foodie would need (incl. a grill, nice blender, Kitchenaid mixer, knives, pots, pans, etc). We moved the tables together and ate TOGETHER as a group of 14 - what a treat! Living room had games, puzzles and there were 3 places to watch TV in the building (or hook up a gaming system). Short, easy walk to a beautiful, sandy beach; floating dock to jump from, tree rope for swinging and a gradual drop off just perfect for little kids. Plenty of linens, extra towels (even beach towels!) at the Osage Schoolhouse for guests to use. Children enjoyed the 'Noah's Ark' and nearby playground. Bunk beds are in alcoves, not rooms, so not ideal for the little kids - but worked great for teenagers. Plenty of bathrooms and bedrooms to allow for everyone to spread out - the big upper level space allowed for games, conversation, and cooking to go on upstairs while the children napped downstairs uninterrupted. Nice to have laundry onsite! Tackle shop across the street has a small burger/fries/pizza kitchen; food was delicious. Short drive into Park Rapids for grocery store, Walgreens or WalMart. Check in/Check out was fast and easy.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lydia P.

29 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Accommodations for a Family Vacation

All of us were thrilled with this place from the moment we stepped in. The pictures online make it look really nice, but it’s truly even better in person. The whole place is beautiful! The living/dining area is spacious, comfortable, and open. You can eat dinner with a full view of the kids playing in the living room, and cook and wash dishes while everyone is chatting and laughing around you. There was plenty of space for us to spread out for some quiet time too. Everything is so clean, well-stocked, and inviting. We loved having a big kitchen with all the dishes and gadgets you could need or want, including two ovens and the biggest cast iron skillet I’ve ever seen. Taco meat for 20? No problem with that gem! Having a place to eat all together and play games/relax all together was a favorite for our family, and many of us mentioned that as a highlight. The rooms were cozy and comfortable, and all the bunk rooms and bedrooms worked perfectly for our big family. We could see ourselves fitting there for a couple more years! We had enough space for a yard game tournament, and the kids loved the play structure that the church allows guests to use in the back. It was really nice too to have the little Byers market a block or two away — that came in handy for the few extra ingredients we needed. We all took a walk a couple times down to the lake where people could enjoy the lakeside view or swim to the floating dock. It’s a nice walk and so close to the Schoolhouse! It was so great to be able to swim on a hot day within walking distance of the house. Though the schoolhouse is on a main road, the occasional passing traffic didn’t really bother us. The town itself is actually very quiet, and the people we didn’t meet were kind and friendly. For anyone holding out because of the in-town location, don’t let that stop you! You won’t be disappointed with this spot. The Schoolhouse is a TREASURE! We felt so comfortable and relaxed on our vacation weekend. What a gift for our family. We would love to come again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steven and Karen K.

10 September 2022

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Osage Schoolhouse

Very spacious which allows our group of 14 to spread out and have lots of fun! Our second stay here and the grandkids loved it!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

5 September 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Menahga wedding review

We arrived and checked in and found the extremely well stocked kitchen suited our needs perfectly. We made lunch for the bride and groom to be and their friends and family and the made dinner. The road outside is busy but inside the School house it was barely audible. The bathrooms were clean and functional. The beds were comfortable. The entertainment systems were easily accessed.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H., Walker, MN

25 August 2022

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Perfect Family Gathering

This is our third time staying at the school house. This is the perfect spot to host our gathering with ample room for eating, playing games, hanging out and sleeping. We love the outdoor space for outside games, the quiet neighborhood for morning walks, the next door grocery store for forgot items, the comfortable beds, and the three fridges to hold everything. We will continue to make this our annual gathering spot.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Royce S.

1 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding family gathering place!

Clean and well stocked. Large eating area and family room. Osage Lion’s beach a short walk away. Linda, the manager, was extraordinarily responsive. She gave us a tour at the start and even showed up that night to fix a minor problem. When severe weather threatened, she showed exceptional concern for our safety. (She is originally from Kansas and knows severe weather.) This is the place to be for a great experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

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Popular amenities

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Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 25)

Airplane Bedroom

A Master Suite

Automobile Bedroom

Bicycle Bedroom

Bunkroom 1 - lower level

Bunkroom 2 - lower level

Motorcycle Bedroom

Upper Level - off living room

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Lower Level Bath 1

Lower Level Bath 2

Main Level Master Bath

Main Level Restroom 1

Main Level Restroom 2

Spaces

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