As kids, spending extra hours in the classroom wasn’t exactly something we’d cheer about. However, you’ll want to stay an extra night or two at this beautiful, historic schoolhouse hotel. Once a prestigious academy, Arcadia Valley is now a full-service bed and breakfast.

Arcadia Valley Academy once stood as a prestigious academy for girls, until it shut down in 1971.

Three Abbey Kitchen - Arcadia Academy/Facebook Following the school closure, the property served as a convent for nuns until 1985. The property is now home to a bed & breakfast, bakery, boutique store and full-service restaurant.

Spend the night in a beautiful suite or a cozy cottage.

Arcadia Academy/TripAdvisor

Arcadia Academy/TripAdvisor Arcadia Academy has quite a few accommodation options. There are 5 suites and 9 cottages to choose from on the property. If you’re on a tighter budget, you can book one of the smaller European-style rooms or share a large family-style room with another family which features 6-10 beds in a room.

Catch a show at the onsite theatre.

Arcadia Academy/TripAdvisor The Auditorium was constructed in 1920 and seats 250 people. Today, the theater is used to put on plays, host community theater and hold weddings.

Visit St. Joseph’s Chapel for some peace and tranquility.

Three Abbey Kitchen - Arcadia Academy/Facebook You’ll be enchanted by the Historic St. Joseph Chapel which was built in 1908. The chapel is considered the most beautiful structure at Arcadia Academy due to its magnificent stain-glassed windows.

Walk around the grounds at this scenic property

Three Abbey Kitchen - Arcadia Academy/Facebook Even on a snowy day, the grotto is a beautiful area to explore while taking a stroll outside.

Dine at Three Abbey Kitchen for delicious homemade delicacies.

Arcadia Academy/TripAdvisor Three Abbey Kitchen is open throughout the week for both overnight and day guests to indulge in some of the most mouthwatering American-style meals you’ll find in the area.

For dessert, head over to the bakery.

Arcadia Academy/TripAdvisor Fresh cinnamon rolls are baked daily and you don’t want to miss out! They’re a favorite at the bakery in addition to their homemade ice cream.

Explore nearby attractions to make the most out of your trip.

Brad Kebodeaux/flickr If you’re able to pry yourself away from this beautiful refuge for a few hours, then I highly suggest checking out the rest of what Arcadia Valley has to offer. Johnson Shut-Ins State Park, Elephant Rocks State Park and a few wineries are all within a short drive from Arcadia Academy.

Experience Missouri history at Arcadia Academy.

Three Abbey Kitchen - Arcadia Academy/Facebook The Academy is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the property has been in the Arcadia Valley longer than any town, most of the churches, and most of the homes.

Pretty beautiful place, isn’t it? To spend a night or two at Arcadia Academy, reserve online by clicking here or by calling them at (573) 546-4249. The bed and breakfast is located at 211 South College Street in Arcadia, Missouri.

Three Abbey Kitchen - Arcadia Academy/Facebook

Following the school closure, the property served as a convent for nuns until 1985. The property is now home to a bed & breakfast, bakery, boutique store and full-service restaurant.

Arcadia Academy/TripAdvisor

Arcadia Academy has quite a few accommodation options. There are 5 suites and 9 cottages to choose from on the property. If you’re on a tighter budget, you can book one of the smaller European-style rooms or share a large family-style room with another family which features 6-10 beds in a room.

The Auditorium was constructed in 1920 and seats 250 people. Today, the theater is used to put on plays, host community theater and hold weddings.

You’ll be enchanted by the Historic St. Joseph Chapel which was built in 1908. The chapel is considered the most beautiful structure at Arcadia Academy due to its magnificent stain-glassed windows.

Even on a snowy day, the grotto is a beautiful area to explore while taking a stroll outside.

Three Abbey Kitchen is open throughout the week for both overnight and day guests to indulge in some of the most mouthwatering American-style meals you’ll find in the area.

Fresh cinnamon rolls are baked daily and you don’t want to miss out! They’re a favorite at the bakery in addition to their homemade ice cream.

Brad Kebodeaux/flickr

If you’re able to pry yourself away from this beautiful refuge for a few hours, then I highly suggest checking out the rest of what Arcadia Valley has to offer. Johnson Shut-Ins State Park, Elephant Rocks State Park and a few wineries are all within a short drive from Arcadia Academy.

The Academy is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the property has been in the Arcadia Valley longer than any town, most of the churches, and most of the homes.

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