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Historic, Completely Restored 1929 Caboose in Beautiful North Georgia Mountains

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Exterior
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 219 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic, Completely Restored 1929 Caboose in Beautiful North Georgia Mountains

NEW VIDEO TOUR ADDED! For best quality, chick on Watch on YouTube. Even though listing details are provided, questions I've been asked. YES, the caboose has a fully functional, tricked out bathroom, in the silo adjacent to it (see photos and reviews). YES, the caboose has Air Conditioning & Heat in caboose and bathroom. YES, there is Hot Water in the bathroom. YES, there's an HD LCD television with Sound Bar, and with full DirectTV line-up of channels, along with Netflix and other streaming services. YES, high-speed (40mbs) WiFi is provided. In other business - No more than 2 adults, TWO NIGHT MINIMUM, no children, no pets, NO smoking, NON-smokers only please, and no discounts ever given. ---- Now the GOOD stuff: Located just one mile from fabulous Lake Burton, our 1929 vintage C&O caboose has undergone a top-to-bottom restoration and upgrade, with shades of the luxury Pullman cars of yesteryear. No detail was ignored to allow for a truly unique getaway experience. (Figure of speech. The caboose does not actually go anywhere) Though located adjacent to our also-historic general store-turned antique store, Black Bear Creek Antiques, you will have lots of privacy and space to call your own; private entrance, dedicated parking, waterfall and mountain spring creek just 20 feet away, and easy access to great restaurants (Five of the Top 10 Chefs in GA have restaurants within 10 miles of here) and shopping in nearby Clayton, and all the natural wonders the area has to offer.

Property manager

Jim Reaves

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

About the area

Map
Clayton, GA

What's nearby

  • Lake Burton - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Black Rock Mountain State Park - 9 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Tiger Mountain Vineyards - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Rabun County Golf Club - 11 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Lake Rabun - 28 min drive - 24.0 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Cabana Mexican Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic, Completely Restored 1929 Caboose in Beautiful North Georgia Mountains pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic, Completely Restored 1929 Caboose in Beautiful North Georgia Mountains?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic, Completely Restored 1929 Caboose in Beautiful North Georgia Mountains?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic, Completely Restored 1929 Caboose in Beautiful North Georgia Mountains located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Chattahoochee National Forest and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Lake Burton. Stonewall Creek Vineyards and Tiger Mountain Vineyards are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Historic, Completely Restored 1929 Caboose in Beautiful North Georgia Mountains Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 84 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10

Our stay was wonderful, jim was very polite and he has a nice caboose to be proud of. We have told family and friends about our wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Love this place! Great job by the owners on restoration! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10

The Caboose was perfect getaway for the weekend. It was clean and comfy. Close to outdoor adventures. Thank you Mr. Reaves for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10

Great location, near downtown Clayton and Lake Burton! Fun and cozy place to stay, a little street noisy, but would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10

We had a wonderful stay at Jim's lil red caboose! The attention to detail and time spent in this beautiful train vacation rental was amazing! The views and the scenery around the rental just make it that much better. Unfortunately, our stay was cut short but we do hope stay here again! Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10

Absolutely wonderful stay in this historic caboose! We selected this property for the local scenery and ended up more than delighted with the accommodations. Jim, our host, has seen to every detail and takes great pride in keeping this unique location in pristine condition. He has attended to every detail which made our stay very comfortable. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

This was a unique and unforgettable stay. The 1929 caboose was very comfortable, affordable and fun. We recommend this to any couple who wants to travel to the mountains and stay in at a unique place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10

Awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10

Awesome little gem. Lots of cool vintage train stuff to look at all over the place. In evening very quit and peaceful. Gives you a really good feel if you were looking to live in a tiny house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

2/10

We really enjoyed our stay in the historic caboose. Although small, we had all we needed for a comfortable stay. Jim has thought of everything you need. The separate bathroom was cute and very functional, as well as only a few steps from the back door. If you are looking for an unique experience, this is a must stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

It's like staying in a one room museum, with a fully modern bathroom off your back porch. Place is very clean and comfortable. Owner is super responsive and very helpful. Could not think of one thing we would have changed. The lookout area in the top part of the caboose was a memorable spot to sit and look out over the beautiful views! We will be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10

Since my husband works in the railroad industry this was a must do. It did not disappoint. So much attention to detail. Host was great and easy to work with. The town is beautiful and charming
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10

Not your usual hum-drum hotel. Why stay in a dreary room when you can stay in a caboose and bathe in a grain silo up in the mountains!? Pleasant outdoor sitting area. Close to town with good food and lovely drives. Bonus antiquing on the property. Owner super nice and very helpful. He's always around if you need anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

Can't say enough about the caboose and Jim! The Caboose was such a great experience. It's beyond cozy and accommodating. I'm not a train enthusiast, but was blown away by all the cool memorabilia that was in it. Main Street is only a 5min drive away. Jim is the best. Great host!! Make sure to check out his shop next door.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

Jim’s caboose is so unique. His attention to detail is great. Loved the caboose and the silo bathroom. So much work went into making this property great. Jim is also great for local recommendations. Excellent. 5 stars for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10

We really enjoyed staying in the caboose. Jim was an awesome host. The place was very clean and very unique. It was definitely an experience. You can learn a lot of stuff by just walking in to the place and looking at all the unique stuff on the walls, Jim was very knowledgeable of a lot of things as well and it was awesome Howell they turned a silo into the bathroom. Anything you would need Jim would go out of his way for you. Definitely something everyone should try
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

At first I was a little hesitant to book the caboose when my husband and I decided to spontaneously take a weekend getaway to the mountains. But my husband loves tiny houses & we both love an adventure, so his enthusiasm for sharing this new experience won me over. I’m so glad it did! It really was a unique, and cozy experience. I felt totally at home & comfortable! I was concerned about having to go outside to the bathroom, but I absolutely loved it! It added just a little bit of excitement & even more fun to the whole experience. We can hardly remember all the hotels we’ve stayed in before, but we will never forget the caboose in the mountains!! Thanks Jim! We will be telling all our friends about this magical experience and We shall return! All Aboard!! ChooChoo!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

This is a magical place. My wife and I spent the weekend here. This lovingly re-purposed caboose was a perfect weekend getaway for us. The owners obviously love the caboose, and we did too. Please don't come thinking that this is a mountain vacation cabin at a resort. This is a real caboose, which has been converted so that you can stay in it. A lot of folks think that a caboose carried passengers. A lot of folks are mistaken. The bathroom is a re-purposed silo, made to look like a water tank for a train. It is outside the caboose. Having said all that to scare away the lookey-loos: The owners showed us all the nuances involved in caboose life when we arrived. The caboose had everything we needed for a great weekend of rest. It is beautiful, inside and out. It is almost too comfortable. The space is exactly what is needed for two people. Now for the magic. You will find items and details tucked away throughout the caboose and tank. Take the time to look, as this has obviously done with care and consideration throughout the property. Make sure you climb the steps and have a seat to overlook the roof of the caboose, as it was intended to be used to monitor the train. The view is tranquil, and worth a cup of coffee or two. Take a long shower, as the water is warm and soothing against a brisk mountain morning. If the weather is nice, leave the windows open to hear the waters of the stream and waterfall just feet away from the tracks. There is a fire pit and chairs just outside the caboose, if you want to unwind as the sun goes down behind the hills. You'll find the owners, during the day, in the antique store next door, as they are the proprietors. Jim and Carol were very happy to answer any questions, make recommendations, and to provide directions to any local attractions.

10/10

Everything about our weekend was great. Jim was very helpful and put a lot of thought into every aspect of the caboose. We took advantage of almost every amenity provided. Even though it was almost freezing outside, it was very warm in the caboose, and the restroom came with a heater as well. Our favorite part was the breakfast nook. It takes some dexterity to get up there, but the view was beautiful. This is the perfect place for a couple to comfortably enjoy the mountains of North Georgia.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

Love the Caboose, owner, amenities, and communications with owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

My husband loves trains so I had to bring him here for our 30th anniversary. Jim was the most amazing host and made sure our stay was a special and memorable one. The attention to detail is remarkable. The entire place was immaculate. I was pleasantly surprised to find a microwave and refrigerator provided. The location is great and we so enjoyed shopping in the antique store on the property. We purchased some special items to remember our stay. This was such a fun experience and we look forward to returning in the future. I cannot recommend this beautiful place and host more.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

verry cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this historic caboose! It’s so well-appointed throughout with perfectly chosen train-related antiques and all the creature comforts. The silo bathroom is especially cool—so creative, eclectic, and functional. Jim, your wonderful host, set us up with a roaring fire in the fire pit and shared great conversation. We highly recommend this opportunity to stay in a unique piece of history!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

The accommodations and the owner could not have been any nicer. Would definitely recommend the caboose to anyone and especially train enthusiasts.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

Great place host very helpful will highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022