Old Lake Lodge

At the newly renovated North Springfield School, originally established in 1902

Enjoy the relaxing beauty and rural atmosphere of historic North Springfield Pennsylvania at the Old Lake Lodge. Old Lake Lodge is the recipient of a 2022 Preservation Award for the adaptive reuse of the school house!

Old Lake Lodge is the perfect base to spend your days with friends and family on Lake Erie. Located 1 mile from the lake and close to lakefront parks and beaches including Raccoon Park, Eagley Park, Erie Bluffs State Park, Elk Creek Access, Conneaut Beach Park, Presque Isle State Park (Erie) and more. Old Lake Lodge sits atop 11 acres and includes on-property access to Crooked Creek, known for steelhead fishing. Lake access for boating and fishing is nearby in addition to public creek fishing access. Relax and spend your evenings fireside or in the privacy of your own suite. Plenty of parking is available for boat trailers.

If you like fresh fruits and vegetables, you can visit one of many roadside stands for a wide variety of seasonal homegrown produce. Including many pick-your-own options.

The lodge is located 20 miles west of Erie, and 7 miles east of Conneaut, Ohio. Niagara Falls is a 2 hour drive. Reservations and contact are currently made through Airbnb.

Old Lake LodgeFour Private Suites

Old Lake Lodge boasts 4 private suites each available for booking separately on Airbnb.

Each suite is accessed thru the front porch entrance via the lobby. Your suite is accessed by a personalized security code provided to you prior to your stay. High speed Wi-Fi is available.

The hosts have restored and reused the original 1902 school house features where possible. Suites include original restored maple floors, exposed fireplaces and re-purposed attic beams as window sills, shelves and benches. There are plenty of windows facing the west overlooking the 100 plus year-old shade trees. Suites are spacious, well-appointed and decorated with a unique theme and color scheme.

The Hive
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The Hive (yellow) is located on the 2nd floor and features an open concept bedroom, living area, kitchen and full bath. The kitchen includes a full fridge, gas oven, dishwasher, microwave, toaster oven and K-cup coffee maker. Counter seating and an additional table and chairs are available for dining. The living area includes plenty of windows, a sky light, large sectional couch, chairs, a smart TV, ceiling fan and AC. The bedroom includes a queen bed with privacy curtains and a ceiling fan. Plenty of storage and hanging space is available in the closet.

The Roost
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The Roost (red) is located on the 2nd floor and features a semi-private bedroom, living and dining area, kitchen and full bath. The kitchen includes a full fridge, gas oven, microwave, dishwasher, toaster oven and K-cup coffee maker. An antique table and chairs and cabinet complete the dining room. The living area includes plenty of windows, a sectional couch/pull-out bed, chairs, a smart TV, ceiling fan and AC. The bedroom includes a queen bed and dresser with a sky light and ceiling fan. Plenty of storage and hanging space is available in the closet.

Creekside
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Creekside (blue) is located on the 1st floor and features a semi-private bedroom, living and dining area, kitchen and full bath. The kitchen includes a full fridge, microwave, 2-burner electric stove top, toaster oven and K-cup coffee maker. Counter seating and a bistro table with chairs are available for dining. The living area includes plenty of windows, a large couch and chair with a smart TV and ceiling fan. The bedroom includes a queen bed and dresser with a ceiling fan and AC. Plenty of storage and hanging space is available in the bedroom.

The Garden
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The Garden (green) is located on the 1st floor and features a private bedroom, living and dining area, kitchen and full bath. The kitchen includes a full fridge, microwave, 2-burner electric stove top, toaster oven and K-cup coffee maker. The living area includes plenty of windows, a dining table and chairs, large couch and chairs with a smart TV and ceiling fan. The private bedroom includes a queen bed and dresser with a fan and AC. Plenty of storage and hanging space is available.

To access Airbnb directly, click on the suite name to determine up to date availability and rates.

Where You'll Be

Old Lake Lodge is located on the corner of Pa Rt 215 and Rt 5 (Great Lakes Seaway Trail) at 1959 Holliday Road in North Springfield, Pennsylvania. On-property access thru a meadow to Crooked Creek, a steelhead fishing stream. Views of 120 year old shade trees, neighboring farmland and a short walk across historic train tracks to Peggy Gray's candy store. Great area for bicycling.

Getting Around

The Lodge is the perfect base to stay while you enjoy Lake Erie’s swimming, boating, fishing and world-famous sun sets. The Lodge sits on Crooked Creek with easy access steelhead fishing and is a short drive to Erie Bluff State Park (3 miles), Elk Creek access (5 miles) and Raccoon Park (3 miles). Drive a bit further east (30 minutes) and take in all that Erie has to offer including Presque Isle State Park, the Erie Port and Bayfront area, Presque Isle Downs and Casino, Waldameer & Water World, and the Mill Creek Mall, to name a few. Drive west 20 minutes to Conneaut Harbor, Ohio for easy boat launching. Stop by one of the many family-owned pick your own fruit farms, vegetable stands, ice cream parlors, vineyards, breweries and restaurants along the way. Challenge yourself to a day of golf on one of the nearby public courses. Treat yourself to Peggy Gray’s famous candy located right across the train tracks from the Lodge. Ample parking for RV and boat trailers on site.