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Downtown Location, Uptown Elegance! Re-Modeled “Murphys Original School House"

Experience life’s simple pleasures: Savor coffee & tea supplies while lounging around this cozy retreat or indulge in fine wines within walking distance.

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Property grounds
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8172 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Downtown Location, Uptown Elegance! Re-Modeled “Murphys Original School House"

..."BY FAR the most gorgeous vacation rental in the town of Murphys"......
.....review from guest: Francesca C. May,

You couldn't ask for a better location - steps away from wineries and restaurants.
Loved everything about this home!
.....review from Donelle B.


Built in 1855 as the Original Schoolhouse in Murphys, then remodeled to the highest standard, we welcome you to stay and enjoy the very best Murphys has to offer!

>> Central Downtown Location! Extremely short walk to everything!
> 396 Church St, one block (300 ft) over from the center of all the downtown shops,
. wine tasting, restaurants, microbreweries and The Saloon on Main St.
> ½ acre paved & gated parking lot behind the house for guest use only.
> So close to everything- Arrive and never have to drive again until your departure!
> 3 full Bedrooms (2 upstairs and 1 downstairs)
> 4 queen sized beds, Flat Screen TV's in Each Bedroom!
> 2 fully Modern Bathrooms (1 upstairs, 1 downstairs) with large showers
> Bathroom Essentials included: Bath Towels, Wash Cloths, Hand Soap, Shampoo . and Conditioner and hair dryer
> Modern Stainless Steel and Granite Kitchen with Gas Stove/Oven, Microwave, Side by . Side refrigerator and Coffee Maker
> Kitchen Essentials included: Full Set of Dinnerware, Drinking Glasses, Coffee Mugs, . Butcher Block, Gourmet Knife Set, Utensils, Pots, Pans, Colander, Bowls, Cutting . Boards, Cheese grater
> Coffee & Tea Supplies include: Coffee, Creamer, Sugar, and Sugar Substitute and tea . bags.
> Fridge Supplies include: Ketchup, Mustard, and Mayo
> 60” Samsung Flat Screen Smart TV in Great Room.
> Fast Free Wi-Fi Connection, access Netflix, Amazon and Hulu on Smart TV
> Over-Sized Dining Room Table accommodates 8+
> Over-Sized Sectional in Great Room seats 6 easily
> 8 foot wrap around porch with Southern Exposure for a Sunny Breakfast!
> Central Heating and Air Conditioning
> Washer & Dryer under the stairs.
> Upstairs Balcony- perfect place for a twilight glass of wine!


It’s the #1 place to stay and play in Murphys!!



Property manager

Nuala Jordan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1850 sq ft (172 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Murphys, CA

What's nearby

  • Hatcher Winery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Murphys Creek Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ironstone Amphitheatre - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Mercer Caverns - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Moaning Cavern - 9 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) - 165 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Watering Hole - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ironstone Vineyards - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Murphys Pourhouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Red Apple - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Murphys Pizza Co. - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Location, Uptown Elegance! Re-Modeled “Murphys Original School House" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Location, Uptown Elegance! Re-Modeled “Murphys Original School House"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Location, Uptown Elegance! Re-Modeled “Murphys Original School House"?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Location, Uptown Elegance! Re-Modeled “Murphys Original School House" located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is steps from Hatcher Winery, Milliaire Winery, and Allegorie. Bodega Del Sur Winery and Broll Mountain Vineyards are just steps away.

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Downtown Location, Uptown Elegance! Re-Modeled “Murphys Original School House" Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 256 out of 265 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 265 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 265 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 265 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 265 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kim h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Girl's Trip!
We loved the house especially the proximity to downtown. We had a girls weekend and loved the home. This is my 2nd time I have rented. Will rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
We had such a great time staying here! The location is amazing, so close to downtown and so many fun things to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bree G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Enjoyed another great getaway to Murphy's!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

madelene o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Great place to stay. Close to town, clean and spacious. Love the porch. Walking distance to restaurants, wine tasting, shops and the playground and creek.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
Very cute updated home with everything you need for a weekend stay. Plenty of parking. Walk to downtown Murphy's shops and restaurants. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
House was in a great location, easy walk to Main Street. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirk N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
We loved the location and the school house was super cute.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great location!
Clean, spacious, perfectly situated in downtown Murphys. Great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
The property was perfect for our family trip. Clean, roomy, and close to downtown Murphys. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location
Great time at a wonderful house! Can’t wait to stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, wonderful porch to sit on and watch the world go by.
Perfect location, a block away from everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
This was a great house in a wonderful location. It was very clean, beautiful and well stocked. Check in and check were easy. We felt safe and well taken care of.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Place to Stay in Murphys
This is the second time we're stayed at "The Schoolhouse". Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

MaryLee L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay!
We have stayed here the past couple of years and we have enjoyed this wonderful home very much. It is very clean and comfortable and it’s in a great location. It’s a fun place to share with family and friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
Stayed for a girls weekend and the place was perfect for walking to downtown wine tasting rooms. Kitchen was well stocked and beds were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat A., Capitola CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love The Schoolhouse!
Perfect location. Responsive, friendly owners. Beautiful house. One of our favorite places to stay in Murphys.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay. Great hosts! Perfect location
A perfect getaway. Easy access to great restaurants and surrounding attractions. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie F., USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location, great house
We've been to Murphys many times and my group says this was the best house yet. We loved how close it was to main street (2 minutes walking?), the neighborhood, how well equipped the house was and how comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property!
What a lovely home, beautifully decorated and a perfect location, one block from Main Street! We will definitely be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly and Randy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
After family wedding getaway!!
Location., location.., walking distance to everything! We even walked to Mercer Cave!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

kim s., Danville, CA. USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall Weekend in Murphy's, CA
The location of the house is perfect to walk everywhere downtown. Plenty of parking too. Rooms are generous size and home is comfortable to enjoy with family or friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the nicest VRBOs we've stayed in
We loved everything about the property. It was so convenient to downtown walking, the furnishings and kitchen were beautiful. We loved the front porch. All in all, it was a wonderful property. I am asking friends when they want to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Babs H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends mid-week getaway
Home was well equipped and within walking distance to all the little shops and wineries in Murphy's. We had a wonderful stay. Hope to return some day soon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Colleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer fun
Great location, short walk to downtown
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A., Los Angeles, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Murphys House
We stayed here 6 years ago and nothing has changed! Beautiful house, very comfortable with all the amenities and great location. Highly recommend. Hope to stay here again one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024