Historic, Completely Restored 1929 Caboose in Beautiful North Georgia Mountains Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

Situated in the mountains, this vacation 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 mi (10 km).

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Nov 15, 2023

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Wonderful stay !!!

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 Excellent

Dennis P., Savannah ga

Sep 4, 2018

Perfect!

Love this place! Great job by the owners on restoration! Would definitely recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S., Fayetteville

Nov 3, 2022

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Perfect little weekend

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 Good

Jill J.

Sep 7, 2020

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One of a kind!

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 Excellent

Christina F., Covington, Ga

Aug 18, 2020

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Wonderful getaway!

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 Excellent

Michael C.

Nov 8, 2022

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Wonderful stay!

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 Excellent

Gary T.

Oct 6, 2020

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All aboard.

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 Excellent

Steven S.

May 22, 2019

Great experience, very unique....Jim was awesome.

Awesome!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

richard

Sep 6, 2022

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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 Terrible

Denise D.

Oct 22, 2023

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Unique Experience

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 Excellent

Michael B., Atlanta GA

Sep 21, 2017

Amazing place and hospitality!

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 Excellent

Lisa F.

Oct 3, 2021

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Unique and fun place

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 Excellent

Susan W.

Jul 18, 2022

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Loved the "quirky" caboose

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 Excellent

Christopher M.

Nov 2, 2022

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As cozy as it gets!!!

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 Excellent

Tammy F.

Sep 6, 2021

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Unique property

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 Excellent

Christopher C.

Oct 16, 2022

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Awesome

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 Excellent

Zanjabil W., Atlanta

Nov 13, 2018

So happy we went!!

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 Excellent

James P.

Nov 21, 2017

A treasure

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 Excellent

Geoffrey G.

Nov 16, 2022

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Unique and Fun

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 Excellent

Dennis & Diana S.

Nov 11, 2022

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Very unique experience.

Love the Caboose, owner, amenities, and communications with owner.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie D.

Oct 4, 2022

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Incredible stay and wonderful host

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 Excellent

Ray L.

Oct 2, 2022

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unique

verry cozy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robyn M., Greeneville, Tennessee

Sep 28, 2022

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Incredible experience!

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 Excellent

Linda G.

Sep 8, 2022

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Train enthusiasts surprise birthday.

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 Excellent

Tom C.

Aug 22, 2022

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55th anniversary

Great place host very helpful will highly recommend

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

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