Title: A Class-y & spacious 1500 square foot retreat in a century old brick schoolhouse Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # A Class-y & spacious 1500 square foot retreat in a century old brick schoolhouse Apartment in Oskaloosa with kitchen ## Photo gallery for A Class-y & spacious 1500 square foot retreat in a century old brick schoolhouse ![Interior - A Class-y & spacious 1500 square foot retreat in a century old brick schoolhouse (Oskaloosa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117050000/117043200/117043150/e9bdf223.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - A Class-y & spacious 1500 square foot retreat in a century old brick schoolhouse (Oskaloosa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117050000/117043200/117043150/8b68b6ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - A Class-y & spacious 1500 square foot retreat in a century old brick schoolhouse (Oskaloosa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117050000/117043200/117043150/5c5aaddf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - A Class-y & spacious 1500 square foot retreat in a century old brick schoolhouse (Oskaloosa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117050000/117043200/117043150/d5a7dc74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - A Class-y & spacious 1500 square foot retreat in a century old brick schoolhouse (Oskaloosa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117050000/117043200/117043150/85653ec7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A Class-y & spacious 1500 square foot retreat in a century old brick schoolhouse provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A Class-y & spacious 1500 square foot retreat in a century old brick schoolhouse Welcome and step back in time enjoy your stay at Chalkboard charm suite in the old Garfield elementary school a memorable home away from home located in Oskaloosa, Iowa. This suite is the first completed, with two additional to be finished in the future! Garfield Elementary School was the last of the total of six elementary schools built (opened in 1921-22) to serve a particular ward and Oskaloosa, kindergarten through sixth grades, later, 5th and 6th grades only. A consolidation of all the grade schools transformed when a major, brand new Elementary School opened in 2006. Chalkboard charm suite is on the second floor with keyless entry. The entry deck is your private area to dine outside with table, four cushion, chairs, and shaded by an umbrella. There are several other cushion chairs as well as a lounger. The chef may want to use the propane barbecue grill if inclined to entertain. A great area to relax and hang out with family or friends. Or maybe peace and quiet to read a book or simply enjoy the tranquil solitude. This eclectic accommodation features three eye catching, school theme, decorated bedrooms. Two bedrooms with vivid colors, including a king size bed in each. The third, also private. A full-size bed. The TVs in the king size bedrooms are 50 inches. The full size bedroom, a 42 inch television. There are two large baths bc, each located close to the bedrooms. One has a double vanity, and a clawfoot soaker tub to lounge and read a book or take a bubble bath!The second bath has a large shower with rain showerhead and double vanity, washer and dryer. Wind down in the evenings by catching your favorite shows on a 55 inch TV with our complimentary Internet access in the almost 500 sq. Ft open concept living & kitchen-dining areas. The kitchen has up-to-date, stainless steel, refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, as well as a pot filler. There is seating for six of the dining room table and an addition for at the kitchen island. The kitchen is fully equipped for your needs. Small appliances are offered if you are likely to cook up a seven course meal! These include a toaster, crockpot, electric skillet, hand, mixer, blender, cannier, cookie sheets, casserole, dishes, other bakery, placesettings, silverware, serving dishes, glassware, wine, glasses, foot storage and other miscellaneous food prep utensils. The kitchen is perfect for interacting with others with the flow into the living room. Solve this equation.! These include a toaster, crockpot, electric skillet, hand, mixer, blender, cannier, cookie sheets, casserole, dishes, other bakery, placesettings, silverware, serving dishes, glassware, wine, glasses, foot storage and other miscellaneous food prep utensils. The kitchen is perfect for interacting with others with the flow into the living room. Solve this equation. Add 6 dining chairs+4 bar stools+2 table seats+2 checkerboards stools+2 high chairs= 16 dining seating! The inviting living room is likely gathering place with wonderful natural sunlight coming through the windows in this classroom. The original Maple flooring runs throughout the entire home as well as updated tile, and 9 to 10 foot ceilings. Above the fireplace mantle hangs a 55 inch television to escape into your must see shows, movies, or sporting events. The checkerboard table is set up and ready for a friendly competitive game. Two, just the right size wingback chairs are available to join group festivities or take a power nap. Whether you need a place to stay for the weekend for a special event or perhaps you are working in the Oskaloosa area. We invite you to imagine the foot falls of students passing in the hallways, sounds of eager students, reciting answers to mathproblems, and sharpening pencils. Please note, Blackboard Charm suite may be a fit for you and your loved ones. We have spent long hours and put in place loving renovations to assure you will be comfortable and pleased with your visit. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40030000/40028700/40028604/8625340a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunny Cottage: Fire pit, close to biking & walking trails and historic downtown. 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Property will sleep 6 in (3) bedrooms. Base rates are for 4 guests. Add. fees over 4 will be $35 per guest/per night. Max sleeps 8 adults and 1 child. Note: In addition to 3 separate bedrooms there is floor space for Queen and Toddler size air mattresses. Guests inflate/deflate at end of stay. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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 Seniors-only community. 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 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 area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=41.29543,-92.65696&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:oka%7BF%7E%60ptP%3FU%3FS%3FS%40U%3FS%40U%40S%40S%40UBS%40U%40QBSBUBSBSBSBSDSDSDQBSDSDQFSDSFQDQFQFQFQFQFQFQHOHQFOHQHOHOHOHOHMJOHOJKHOLMHMJMJKLMJKJKJKLKJKLILKJILILILILILILENILGLGLENGLENELENELENCNCLENANCNCLANANANAL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40LBNBN%40NDLBNBLDNDNDLDNFLDLDLFNFLHLDLHLHLHLHLHLHJJLHLJJJJJLJJJJLJJJLJLJLJNHLJLHNHLHPJLHPHLFPHNFPHNFPFPFPHPDPFPFPDPFRDRDPDRDRBPDRDRBRBRBRBRBTBR%40PBT%40R%40T%40R%40R%40T%40R%3FT%3FR%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FR%3FTARARATARATARCRARCRCTCRCRCRCREPERCREREPEREPGRERGPGPEPIPGPGPGPINGPINGNININKNINININKLILKNKLKLKJKLKJKLMJKJKJMJMHKJMHMHMHMHMHMFMFMHOFMDMFMDOFMDODOBMFOBMBOBOBOBMBO%3FOBO%40O%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOAOAOCM%3FOCOCOCMCOCOCMEOEMEOEMEOGMGMEMGOIMGMGMIMIMIMIKIMKMIKKMKKKKKKMMKKMKKIMMMIOKMIMKOIOIMIQIMIQIOGOIQIOGQGQGQGQGQGQEQGSESGQESEQCSESESEQCSCSCSCSCUCSASASCSAUASAUAS%3FSAU%3FS%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ktP9KOGPP29iiRXhlan7Mh-PAaY=) Oskaloosa, IA #### What's nearby - Southern Iowa Fair \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - City Square Park \- 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Oskaloosa Public Library \- 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Edmundson Golf Course \- 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - William Penn University \- 2 min drive \- 1.3 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk - ‪Scooter’s Coffee - ‬16 min walk - ‪Rock Island Tap - ‬3 min drive - ‪Trio - ‬14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A Class-y & spacious 1500 square foot retreat in a century old brick schoolhouse pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at A Class-y & spacious 1500 square foot retreat in a century old brick schoolhouse? ### What time is check-in at A Class-y & spacious 1500 square foot retreat in a century old brick schoolhouse? ### What time is check-out at A Class-y & spacious 1500 square foot retreat in a century old brick schoolhouse? ### Where is A Class-y & spacious 1500 square foot retreat in a century old brick schoolhouse located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A Class-y & spacious 1500 square foot retreat in a century old brick schoolhouse Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Doug M. 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy What an awesome property. Easy communication with the property owner. They pure work into decorating and making the space feel homey. We will absolutely be back. One of our favorite properties we have stayed at. The only caution is it says it’s a 5 bedroom in the listing. It is actually a 3 bedroom, but it’s a huge space. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3da233b4-c952-480c-8822-15d2b2b820b0-1758486239449.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Doug M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristi O. 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was exactly as listed but better! The entire experience was great with all the details. This was pet friendly, although our dog loved coming in and out to check it all out!! The rooms were accommodating to our family of 5\. Clean with good details for everything to be on order! The kitchen was stocked. Laundry was perfect! We loved the schoolhouse details! Hosts were awesome, very responsive and available when needed!! Thank you so much for this experience! ##### Kristi O. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron G. 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This rental is very clean, spacious and decorated with appropriate old “school” charm. Our dog loved the stay as well. Lots of places to roam in the rental and outside. But her favorite spot was out on the patio with all of us. The photos online are exactly what the place looks like. Kathy was an amazing host, she was there if we needed her. Less than a five minute drive to downtown for a coffee, or pastries at Jaarsma’s bakery. You also have everything you need within the apartment. Plenty of dishes, utensils, cookware, outdoor grill. I would stay here again for sure. Would rate this a 5 out of 5. ##### Aaron G. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shauna W. 16 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Amazing stay!!! Felt like i was at my family’s home. Pet friendly and filled with games for adults and kids. Had everything you could need for a short or extended stay. Very clean and the host is lovely. ##### Shauna W. Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mandy L. 4 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfection This was the absolute cutest place! Tim and Kathy didn’t cut a single corner—every detail was thoughtfully done. It’s spacious, cozy, and full of character. The cherry on top? Their incredible hospitality. We felt so welcomed and cared for! ##### Mandy L. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill 16 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication This schoolhouse is SUCH a special place. The classrooms have been lovingly restored. The owners have included delightful touches throughout -- lockers in the bathroom, former teachers' names on the doors, chalkboards and chalk, pull-down maps (from 1949!), and so much more. We appreciated all the care that went into making us comfortable during our stay, from a basket of snacks to chilled water in the fridge to detailed instructions about how to operate the TV. We will be back again and again and again. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/dd148136-89a0-4b69-93be-26a25b36876b-1755312655079.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9a2b58f9-4c2e-4c11-a7de-eb57abb01871-1755312679660.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8d60f9b6-e2de-49ca-89fe-4c02b72707e2-1755312713630.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jill Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ---