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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, stereo
Smart TV, stereo
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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West Palm Beach, FL
  • Port of Palm Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Clematis Street
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • CityPlace
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • West Palm Beach, FL (PBI-Palm Beach Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

West Palm Beach

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Old Northwood Historic District vacation home, you'll find Northwood Village and Palm Beach Maritime Museum. Port of Palm Beach and Palm Beach House Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Port of Palm Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Clematis Street - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • CityPlace - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Palm Beach County Convention Center - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Rapids Water Park - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles

Getting around

  • West Palm Beach Station - 5 min drive
  • Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skunkworts Brewing Concern - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Y Antojito - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Cove Club - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pescatore Ristorante - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tapatia Supermarket - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Extraordinary Getaway: Historic School Transformed into Luxury Oasis

Experience the captivating blend of historic charm and modern luxury at La Vieja Escuela – with a sparkling saltwater pool just steps from your door!

This one-of-a-kind property, once a charming nursery school, has been thoughtfully reimagined into a stunning retreat that perfectly balances vintage character with contemporary comforts. Nestled in a prime location near restaurants, shops, and the airport, you'll enjoy convenience without sacrificing serenity.

Your Private Paradise Awaits
• Relax in our newly renovated saltwater pool – the perfect refreshing escape
• Entertain effortlessly with a premium gas grill and professional 6-burner Thermador stove
• Enjoy complete privacy thanks to lush, landscaped gardens surrounding the property
• Choose between the spacious main house or two intimate cottages for couples (available separately)

Unlike standard vacation rentals, La Vieja Escuela offers a truly memorable experience where historic elements blend seamlessly with luxury touches. Many guests find themselves extending their stays or booking their return visit before departure!

Ideal for families, couples retreats, or anyone seeking a distinctive getaway with character and comfort that cookie-cutter accommodations simply can't match.

Book now for your perfect blend of old-world charm and modern luxury – availability is limited and our unique property fills quickly!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
Please specify

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Please specify
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Please specify For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Old World Meets New World West Palm Beach
Old World Meets New World Private vacation home
Old World Meets New World Private vacation home West Palm Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Extraordinary Getaway: Historic School Transformed into Luxury Oasis to the airport?

This vacation home is 7.6 mi (18-min drive) away from the Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Extraordinary Getaway: Historic School Transformed into Luxury Oasis have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Extraordinary Getaway: Historic School Transformed into Luxury Oasis to the beach?

This vacation home is 8.6 mi (17-min drive) from Jupiter Beach and 12.8 mi (33-min drive) from Lake Worth Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Extraordinary Getaway: Historic School Transformed into Luxury Oasis offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Extraordinary Getaway: Historic School Transformed into Luxury Oasis?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Club Vegas Casino Arcade (9-min drive) and Lake Worth Casino Building and Beach Complex (19-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Extraordinary Getaway: Historic School Transformed into Luxury Oasis?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Extraordinary Getaway: Historic School Transformed into Luxury Oasis?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Extraordinary Getaway: Historic School Transformed into Luxury Oasis have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Extraordinary Getaway: Historic School Transformed into Luxury Oasis have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Extraordinary Getaway: Historic School Transformed into Luxury Oasis to downtown West Palm Beach?

This vacation home is 1.9 mi away from West Palm Beach.

Extraordinary Getaway: Historic School Transformed into Luxury Oasis Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 65 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jemesha C.

Liked: Cleanliness

July 4th

Overall stay was great. I would definitely stay again. My family really enjoyed the pool. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chana M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A wonderful stay

The home was very comfortable, attractive, clean and well-maintained, and the nicely landscaped pool area was a great place to swim and relax. Ferney is an excellent host. He provided all of the information we needed upon our arrival, and was highly responsive when we had questions and requests. The house is located in the Old Northwood neighborhood which is a great place to visit with its many historical homes and proximity to downtown West Palm Beach and Palm Beach. We would happily stay there again on our next visit to West Palm Beach and would recommend the property without reservation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly Recommended!!

The pictures here are good but they dont really capture just how incredible this place is. You are greeted with the amazing smell of the Ylang Ylang tree as you walk to the door. Once inside you find the charm and the type of rental that makes you never want to leave.The things I look for in a home away from home are all here.The queen-sized master bed was as comfortable as my bed at home so no miserable back pain or lack of sleep. I thi k it is a memory foam type mattress but did not verify.The master shower? Wow! Phenomenal water pressure, huge and 2 heads. Being 6'2", my only complaint of this house is that the heads are a shade low for me, not a deal breaker by any stretch though.The kitchen appliances surpass any that we have ever used. The stove is absolutely amazing.The yard was extremely peaceful and amazingly quiet and relaxing for being in such a busy area. Loved everything about the pool as well.The sheets, towels, soap, shampoo, etc. are first class. Huge, thick towels, sheets that won't let you leave the bed, and pillows that wrap around and complete the snuggle process.The AC was cold, showers were never-ending hot water, and theg do have a Keurig for coffee. Bring your own ice though.I highly recommend and will be staying here again as it is close to everything I need at Bascom Palmer.Fernie was a very oncredibly polite and checking on us without being intrusive at all. Thank you for being such a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quality property in quiet area

Very nice property with all amenities needed. Ferney was a great host, communicated well and was extremely nice. Location was quiet and easy to get to. Old world feel definitely with decor and style of the house, very nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kyle h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Was a great location property was super clean and had a pool that was great to dive in on a hot day
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah a.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect WPB stay

My colleague and I traveled into town to photograph a wedding in Jupiter FL. I wanted a place that would offer us each our own bedroom and bathroom and space to unwind. The pool sealed the deal. Ferney and his wife were so kind, communicative and helpful. The spaces were clean and comfortable. The property grounds are aesthetically on point and the furnishing: are very cool, Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very pleasant stay

Our family really enjoyed our stay here. It is centrally located nicely between the West Palm beach downtown and also Rivera Beach/Singer Island. Very cozy and quaint place located in a nice quiet neighborhood. If ever coming back to this area, we will definitely try to stay at this VRBO listing again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Talya soccer

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Spring Training trip

We had such a wonderful time! The home was beautiful and well appointed. Loved ending our day sitting around the pool. Ferney was super responsive and we will be back next year! Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eden S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet Getaway in a lovely historic, West Palm neighborhood

Beautiful house in a quaint neighborhood. There are 2 other tiny houses on the property where other guests were staying and we shared the outdoor spaces. We happened to enjoy those guests-so we had a laughing good time with them:)) Ferney (owner) was wonderful! He responded promptly to my texts. Issues were small and not even worth mentioning. I highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Work Trip

We came for work and had a great, clean, cozy place to unwind in between meetings. The location was great and the house is charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful, Clean & charming property

We loved our stay. The home has everything you need to have a wonderful stay. We grilled on the first night, cooked on the second night and enjoyed the pool everyday. Just a wonderful get away and perfect spot to visit students at Palm Beach Atlantic University.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas Vacation

We loved our stay for the week of Christmas! Great location, convenient to both the beach & all the restaurants we wanted to go to, beautiful home, pool was a welcome retreat every day. Would recommend & definitely stay again if we come back to the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Northwood district house

Great character and great location. Close to diving and kayaking sites, small high street with shops and restaurants, in a nice quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get away from Milton

We needed to evacuate our home in Clearwater when hurricane Milton hit. We found this property on vrbo and grabbed it. Our original booking needed to increase by two days (one on the front end and one in the back) and our host graciously allowed us to add these days with no issues. There was also some weather here during our stay and the host was extremely communicative. I recommend this property 10/10!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

barry l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome!

From checking in to leaving, it was seamless. The house and property are beautiful and well taken care of. The neighborhood is quiet and we had a wonderful time walking and exploring the neighborhood. We’ll definitely come back when we visit PBI again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Stay

This is a fantastic home with everything you needed. Close to everything in a quiet neighborhood. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

tyler k.

Very neat place

Ver cool home with neat history, just wish that i had noticed the cottages in the backyard that you share a pool with 4ft from your bedroom door
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

James P.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not safe, haunted

Hi, I stayed at this house for only 2 days of the 6 days I booked. This listing is portrayed as a private residence which it is not. Random people were on and off of the property without notification - one even saw me naked through the bedroom sliding door. I was also informed 2 days in that a party of 10 were going to be staying in the shack next to the pool for the weekend (again, the pool deck looks directly into the bedroom sliding glass door). Many of our items were moved when we were away from the house and multiple doors opened and closed while we were laying down in bed at night. The owner and VRBO have been “working” on my refund for over a week. My recommendation: book a through another platform or better yet, check out the hotels in the palm beach area. Vrbo has been such a headache to work with for the refund and cannot be bothered to be concerned with guest safety.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wow!

This place is a gem! So glad we stayed here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B., Scottsdale, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness

Family weekend

Thank you! The house was charming, clean, wonderful accommodations. Walking distance to fun restaurants and shopping. Well done!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable property

Cute property with a beautiful yard. Excellent communication with the
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

DeWitte

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a 1930-era, white stucco, red tiled roof bungalow (at one point a former school) with a pool and beautifully landscaped grounds in a quiet, historic neighborhood north of downtown West Palm Beach. There is plenty of room, with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room, dining room, kitchen, and a small den. The place has lots of character and is well-maintained. Being in a residential area, is a bit of a walk from the home to anything commercial such as restaurants, so one should plan to have a car or to Uber to most places. The (remote) host was quick to respond to questions. Recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

Ferney and skip were great hosts. I had a problem with the bbq and it was replaced the next day. The kitchen and bathroom are well stocked. We hosted family for dinner on multiple occasions.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2024