Mission small group

Mission small group

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Main Kitchen
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Overview of Mission small group

Reviews
4.3 out of 5 Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Conesus, NY
  • Popular LocationConesus Lake18 min drive
  • Popular LocationHoneoye Lake27 min drive
  • Popular LocationBristol Mountain Ski Resort41 min drive
  • AirportRochester, NY (ROC-Greater Rochester Intl.)47 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

In room bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Mission small group

Located on Mission Rd in Conesus NY, the old St. Michael's Mission is a retired seminary built by and for the Catholic church between 1925 and 1959. During it's peak the school graduated around 400 students annually, and so you can imagine this as a large facility that has more history than can be shared in a few short sentences.

On the property is a separate home which was originally built in 1940 as a convent and we have been operating this as a guest home since summer 2015, and with great success. (see our other listing ID: 728771) We have now opened the main mission building spaces in an effort to save these facilities from the ravages of time. This property, inside and out, is just too spectacular to not be enjoyed to the fullest. Your stay here will directly benefit these premises and what we are doing here is a bit unprecedented. Won't you join us for a stay and see what strikes you here in this most unique place?

If it appears the dates you desire are booked, do not despair, we can most likely accommodate you. Due to the limitations of the booking and home sharing platforms and listing individual rooms in a large facility we are able to create a new listing for you to place your reservation. Please send us your request for dates and we'd be most glad to accommodate everything from solo adventurers to touring groups.

We are sharing private rooms within the facility and until reservation systems are perfected on a room by room basis we are in a sense playing luck of the draw on a first come first serve basis and sharing the space based on group size and desires, not by rooms, and we can accommodate groups of large sizes. Aside from having your private quarters with full bath, shared spaces typically will include a large eat in kitchen with large attached dining spaces for groups, no cost self serve laundry equipment included, a beautiful chapel, and a small library, We also give tours of the facility where you can see what we are working on as well as learn first hand of the history of St. Michael's Mission.

As your host, I reside on the property and am on site daily and love to interact with my guests, give tours of the facilities, talk about the history, and show you where to hike. I also know when it's time to take a hike myself while our guests enjoy their private experiences. There are additional caretakers on site to help you with any needs or questions you may have.

Within walking distance is O' Neh Dah and Eagle Crest vineyards which was once part of the mission estate and their endeavors wherein sacramental wines were produced for churches coast to coast and beyond. Though the winery is a separate and private entity today they still make these wonderful wines.

There is plenty of parking on the property, some covered spaces as well. There is a taxi service or two in the area but little to nothing in the way of public transit like buses or trains etc. Travelers would ideally have their own means of transport, though we are available for airport pickups and may loan vehicles and/or drivers in certain situations. Whatever the case may be, we want our guests to feel at home here as this is a very unique place in the world, a sanctuary, like no other. What will your story and experience be here at the mission?

Property manager

Korey Buzzell
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
All events, and extra invitees must be preapproved

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please inquire about specific pets and policies.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outdoor smoking only

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 94
Note from host: All events, and extra invitees must be preapproved
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Conesus

This castle is located in Conesus. Deer Run Winery and Hunt Hollow are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Conesus Lake and Honeoye Lake.

What's nearby

  • Conesus Lake - 18 min drive
  • Honeoye Lake - 27 min drive
  • State University of New York-Geneseo - 29 min drive
  • Letchworth State Park - 38 min drive
  • Bristol Mountain Ski Resort - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Rochester, NY (ROC-Greater Rochester Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Beachcomber - 19 min drive
  • Conesus Inn - 20 min drive
  • Ember Woodfire Grill - 16 min drive
  • Serious Foods - 18 min drive
  • Twisters - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mission small group pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Mission small group?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mission small group?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Mission small group located?

Set in Conesus, this family-friendly castle is 8 mi (12.8 km) from Conesus Lake and 10.7 mi (17.3 km) from Deer Run Winery. Honeoye Lake and Cumming Nature Center are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

4.3

Excellent

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4.0/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Staff & service

5/5

Amenities

5/5

Property conditions & facilities

4.5/5

Check-in

4.8/5

Communication

4.8/5

Location

4.3/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Nate K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

5/5 Excellent

Taylor K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Honeymoon Weekend
We had a wonderful weekend there. We wished it was a longer stay but that’s okay, we plan on going back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

April B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Not just a room for the night
This place was a whole experience. Korey the care taker was friendly, responsive and quick. He was very knowledgeable. We also had a communal kitchen and den where we found some games to play. The only negative was there were rowdy people staying there and the place echoes
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Sue E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will Stay Again
The Mission is clean, comfortable, affordable and very interesting. The other guests were fun to engage with and Kory couldn’t be easier to work with. We needed a dog friendly place to stay and this place was just as welcoming to our dog as to us. We didn’t get a chance to explore all the Mission has to offer but we plan to be back to the area and we will certainly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/5 Good

BETTY W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Group stay at the Mission
This property suited the needs of our group of 5 adults. Check-in and communication with the host was satisfactory. The property certainly has unique characteristics. Lots of history.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Korey Buzzell

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I am father of seven beautiful children, obsessive carpenter/builder, hobbyist pilot, entrepreneur, and most importantly a believer in the divine providence that is and was embodied by the creator of this world. Go ahead, ask me why?

Why they chose this property

I discovered this wonderful place in the spring of 2015 when my wife and I learned that the current caretakers were going to move away. This left the mission with very few folks to care for it. I love history and so found myself researching almost every day, and still find myself digging for more information here. The history intrigues me, and so I encourage guests to see what they can find! I'm most willing to share what I have learned via email or personal tours.

What makes this property unique

It's quiet and peaceful, and nature abounds. Could one ask for anything else?

Languages:

English, Spanish

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