Gilead Schoolhouse, Prince Edward County, Ontario, Canada

Gilead Schoolhouse

Gilead Schoolhouse, Prince Edward County

In the heart of Prince Edward County wine country just north of the lakeside town of Wellington is the Gilead Schoolhouse. This historic property was built in 1877 and served as a one room schoolhouse for many decades. It has now been converted into a comfortable three bedroom home and retains much of the original charm and character. The living room features twenty two foot cathedral ceilings with the original slate black board and the teacher's platform. The bell in the tower on the roof can still be rung from outside! This lovely one acre property is bordered by old split log fences and is surrounded by open fields on all sides ensuring quiet and privacy.

The Gilead Schoolhouse is situated only 2 minutes from Wellington and its public beach and conveniences. In the other direction is Bloomfield only 5 minutes away with its restaurants and shops. The majority of the County's wonderful wineries can be reached within 10 minutes. Many other County attractions are just minutes away: Sandbanks Provincial Park, the Black River Cheese Company, Historic Picton with its shops and restaurants and much much more.

This wonderfully charming house is available all year round and sleeps 6 adults comfortably. Bicycles of all sizes (including for the kids) are available for use in the summer and cross country skis in the winter. A Sandbanks beach pass is also included with rentals.

kid's treehouse

country kitchen

2nd floor bathroom

master bedroom

bunk room

BEDROOMS

3 bedrooms - 1 queen bed in master bedroom. Set of twin bunk beds in 2nd upstairs bedroom. Double bed + single loft bed in main floor bedroom. Single air mattress also available. Sleeps 8.

BATHROOMS

2 bathrooms - 4 piece bathroom on main floor + 3 piece ensuite bathroom with claw foot tub.

KITCHEN

Well equipped L-shaped kitchen with fridge, stove, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, and water cooler.

LIVING ROOM

Original hardwood floors, cathedral ceiling, many original features still intact.

DINING ROOM

Open concept kitchen & dining area; harvest table seats 8.

OTHER FEATURES

several original schoolhouse features are still intact
original maple hardwood floors throughout downstairs; new pine floors throughout upstairs
satellite TV, DVD, VCR in living room
laundry room with washer/dryer
gas BBQ & outdoor furniture on patio
beach pass to Sandbanks included
bicyles & cross-country skis provided; Millenium Trail entrance is located 1 km away. Note: bike helmets are not provided.
backyard treehouse
large one acre yard in a rural setting
fully winterized

RATES

(GST exempt)

Summer/High Season
$1400/week

Low Season
$1000/week
$200/night (minimum 2 nights)

10% Discount offered for consecutive weeks or for 3 - 4 consecutive nights

LINENS & SUPPLIES

CLEANING

WATER SUPPLY

Blankets and pillows are provided. Please bring your own sheets, towels, and kitchen linens.

Toilet paper, condiments & spices, dish detergent, and garbage bags will be supplied.

Cleaning service is not included.

The household water comes from a rural well and there may be mineral content or a sulpher smell.

POLICIES

Maximum 8 persons; no more than 6 adults at any time
Pets allowed upon pre-approval. Pet fee applies - $50/week or $7.50/day
No smoking inside
Check-in 3:00 pm
Check-out 11:00 am
$400 security deposit required

main floor bedroom

entrance hallway

Current AVAILABILITY of Gilead Schoolhouse (updated with each reservation):

NOTE: Fully booked for July & August 2008

Before contacting us to make a reservation, please check the calendar for your desired dates
High Season (Jun 28/08 - Aug 29/08) - weekly rentals only, Saturday to Saturday
Low Season (Sep 1/07 - Jun 27/08, Aug 30/08 - Jun 26/09) - nightly or weekly - minimum of 2 nights; weekly rentals only from Dec - Mar .

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