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The Mineral Schoolhouse

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A library with bookshelves, a television, a coffee table, and leather sofas.
A large brick building with a sloped roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
A kitchen with a black refrigerator, white stove, and wooden cabinets.
A spacious living room with a dark-colored sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. Large windows with blinds are visible, and the room has wooden flooring and a ceiling with a grid pattern.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a dining table, and a large window.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Mineral, WA
  • Place, Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Alder Lake Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Ashford County Park and Amphitheatre
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mineral

This resort places you within a 15-minute drive of Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad and Recycled Spirits of Iron Sculpture Park. The guestroom includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad - 9 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Recycled Spirits of Iron Sculpture Park - 13 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Alder Lake Park - 17 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • Barbara Clevenger Johnson Art Gallery - 18 min drive - 16.2 miles
  • Ashford County Park and Amphitheatre - 18 min drive - 15.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Elbe Bar And Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Elbe Market - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Scale Burger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mt. Rainier Railroad Dining Co. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Headquarters Tavern - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Mineral Schoolhouse

Enjoy a stay at this vintage, small town, school house. This property is located in the tiny town of Mineral, WA that was once the center of a booming mining and logging industry. A devastating fire in the 1920’s switched the towns main draw to the fantastic recreational fishing on Mineral Lake. We are just a short walk to the public access boat launch, hiking, biking, and only 15 minutes from year round access to Mount Rainier National Park.
Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this resort?

This resort is located in Mineral, close to Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad and Recycled Spirits of Iron Sculpture Park.

Will I be able to park at The Mineral Schoolhouse?

No, there isn't parking at this resort.

Is this resort associated with a casino?

No, this resort is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this resort?

No, there is no indoor pool at this resort.

Is The Mineral Schoolhouse good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside resort include a smart TV and a kitchen along with a garden.

Does The Mineral Schoolhouse have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this resort.

Does this resort provide breakfast?

No, this resort doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this resort.

Does The Mineral Schoolhouse have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this resort.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Mineral Schoolhouse?

Yes, every guestroom at The Mineral Schoolhouse comes with a patio.

The Mineral Schoolhouse Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette C.

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

A fun family gathering

We really loved this unique stay. We embraced the school atmosphere and enjoyed spending several days together for our holiday getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey R.

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

Great reunion location

The schoolhouse is just a great stay. Plenty of room to spread out. Great kitchen facilities. And such a kind and helpful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Family H.

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

Stanley Family Reunion!

We had an amazing long weekend in Mineral, Washington. There were 18 of us in total and there was plenty of space to move around and hang out. It was a rainy weekend, so we were extra thankful for the gym space. The place was clean and well stocked. We made a ton of memories and can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Family reunion for large family

We had an amazing stay at Mineral schoolhouse. My adult siblings with families of their own all fit in the very sizeable rooms comfortably with plenty of room and interesting things to keep us entertained and active. We played pickleball in the gym, enjoyed a stage performance put on by the kids, played bingo, watched tv in the family room, played "school", walked to the lake, pretended to be lunch ladies, rang the school classes bell, sent their parents to the principal's office, etc. So much fun and was such an interesting venue for us. Everyone wants to book again!! Super close to Mt Rainier park, hiking, and EZ time horseback riding that we also enjoyed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

claudia n.

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

Super cool property!

This property was so awesome! A converted schoolhouse from the last century? Yes, please! We were in the area for the Mt Rainier half marathon. There was 19 of us, mostly teenage boys plus chaperones. This house was perfect. They had a great time exploring the house, writing on the chalkboards, we played hide-and-seek in the dark and had a death match of dodgeball in the gym. We had such a blast in this home. Perfect for big groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

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

Large, fun, unique space to gather with a group

Our recent stay included 5 families with kids 15-22 years old. The schoolhouse provides so much space for families to spread out and have their own privacy, along with awesome group gathering spaces both inside the building and outside on the grounds. We even played pickleball in the gymnasium (brought our own portable net and paddles). We enjoyed games in the yard and stories at night by the fire pit. The kitchen is big with tons of space to cook and prepare food. Ovens worked great. Kitchen is well stocked with cookware. If you have a large group, you may want to bring some extra portable outdoor chairs. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

curtis e.

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

The School House Family Reunion

The School House was just as it was listed. Perfect place for our family, the kids had a blast in the gym and come to find out dodge balls and basketballs were there ready for play. Had some deer on the property daily which was an added bonus. Adults played card games on the ample table space and stayed up late telling stories. Only cons were the smell of propane at the stove which was noted on instructions but we ended up keeping kitchen door open most of the time because we were cautious. The kayaks were stored in an area where birds frequently nested and the group didn't want to mess around with cleaning them to take them to the lake. Storing those somewhere where the remain clean would be an improvement. The cute little red bench in the front of the house had a rotted leg/peg that broke free of its repair when grandpa sat in it but he was not hurt! Might have been more for decoration, which could be our bad. Don't let the cons scare you away we would stay here again if we are invited back, lots of space for our family and we all loved it! Great memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eliza T.

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

Best ever family reunion location

The layout and amenities of the schoolhouse are unique and wonderful. It is a fun place to get together as a whole family, and we loved feeling like there was plenty of space when we were doing group activities or just relaxing. It feels charmingly old-fashioned, but doesn’t lack any modern comforts. There is plenty to do within a half hour drive (we enjoyed Alder Lake, Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, and Mt Rainier National Park), and trips to and from the airport are not too long. Some thoughts on the amenities: - The classroom bedrooms are huge! Beds are comfortable and shelves and outlets are plentiful. Provided space heaters kept us cozy. - The commercial kitchen is great when cooking for a crowd. There are plenty of kitchen tools, utensils, bowls and plates, and more. The range is old-fashioned but works perfectly. - The gym is amazing. The adults in our crew had a great time playing knockout and family dodgeball after the kids were asleep, and the toddlers loved running around. It really makes the whole place stand out. - The main eating/gathering area is spacious and well equipped. The many board games are great, the stage was fun for activities we had planned, and the TV was modern enough to hook up to our devices. We moved couches from the bedrooms, and it was a perfect gathering place. - The covered area between the gym and the main schoolhouse facilitated staging activities and loading cars very well. We loved this location and can't recommend it enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023