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Choo Choo Inn

Vacation home in Elkhart with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Interior
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
In the heart of Elkhart County, Choo Choo Inn offers a serene retreat with a unique train theme. Relax on the deck and unwind amidst nature's peaceful ambiance, complete with deer sightings and distant train sounds.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

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

Choo Choo Inn

Discover the perfect pet-friendly haven in the heart of Elkhart County! This charming home is your ideal destination for a serene and rejuvenating getaway.

Situated near the third-largest rail freight yard in the U.S., you'll love the unique train-themed ambiance. While you unwind on the deck, keep an eye out for graceful deer and enjoy the soothing sounds of trains rolling by. Plus, there’s ample parking available for RVs, making it a great choice for those is in town for a service call.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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  • Dryer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

637125

About the neighborhood

Map
Elkhart, IN

What's nearby

  • Elkhart General Hospital - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Elkhart General Hospital Center for Pain Management - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Saint Joseph Health System - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Midwest Museum of American Art - 10 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • The Lerner - 11 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Elkhart Station - 9 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy’s - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Boomerelli's Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Long John Silver's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Choo Choo Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Choo Choo Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Choo Choo Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Choo Choo Inn located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Elkhart General Hospital, Elkhart General Hospital Center for Pain Management, and Saint Joseph Health System. The Lerner and Midwest Museum of American Art are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Choo Choo Inn Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin

Beautiful cabin and accommodations. The host is wonderful to work with.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen and Jack S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Don’t Choo Choo past the Choo Choo Inn.

What a great place to stay. We had to attend a funeral in the area which is always such an emotional and stressful time. Staying at the Inn was the best choice we made. It was stress free from check in to check out. The Inn was clean and the host provided extra touches. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marvin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

My daughter says this was the the best choice we have made as far as a vacation rental, and I have to fully agree! The roosters next door made me smile everyday!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and relaxing

I have to say Warren truly thought of everything when putting his rental together. You could literally arrive with clothes and some groceries and not worry for anything else. Absolutely spotless. Plus to bring my companion dog with me alsoplusperfectperfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

PERFECT

The Choo Choo Inn has beautiful new finishes, and everything is top notch. We cooked a delicious dinner and ate on the back deck and enjoyed the bar height table and the comfy couches too. Warren was quick to respond to my email questions. The train decor is fun. The nearby trains are not loud, just a soothing clickity clack if you listen hard. This was only a overnight stay, but the Inn would be great for long term. If you forgot a necessity, there is a Walmart just a mile away. We travel to northern Michigan frequently, and this is our new stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charity M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

The Cho Cho Inn was perfect. The home was very clean and had very thoughtful details throughout. I really appreciate the host being accommodating with our check in process. We will definitely stay here again and would highly recommend for others.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Choo Choo Inn was so cozy and comfortable and the host left us a basket of treats waiting for us when we arrived. It was so well appointed with everything we needed and decorated so cute! We’ll definitely look to staying there again when we go back to visit Notre Dame 😊
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This house was relaxing and cozy to stay in. The host is very thoughtful and left us lots of snacks and even a treat for our dog! We would try to stay here again when next in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elkhart RV repair stay

Very clean well equipped property, all you need is your clothes and food. Host is very friendly guy. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and quiet

This was probably one of the nicest rentals between “the other” site and this one we rented. Affordable, quiet, comfortable. Very nice space. We have family nearby and it’s always hard to find an affordable place to stay as hotels are more expensive and not as comfortable. This was perfect and will try to rent again on our next trip, if it’s available! Thank you for offering it all.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easter

It was perfect for us. Close to family and was great for mother in law and us and a dog dog
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Choo Choo Inn

Welcoming clean and comfortable home. The host, Warren left great brochures for our adventures out during our week stay. Also nice treats for dogs and us! Great yard for the dogs too.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great return stay!

Very clean and tidy. Nice touches like battery operated candles turned on for our arrival. Good water pressure in the shower and comfortable beds. Train noise was minimal. Overall, another great stay at the Choo Choo Inn!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

We stayed at the Choo Choo Inn while visiting family over Christmas. It was a great spot to stay with our dog and had cute touches all around the rental. We will definitely stay here again when we’re visiting home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and comfy

This house was comfy and cozy. Two bedrooms. One bed sits up pretty high. Tvs in each room.. love seat reclines and couch is comfy. Big backyard for animals.(not fenced) This property sits behind the owners home. You can see another neighbors back porch but its far and blocked by the sheds. Still very private given the area. 5 mins from Wal-Mart was nice for groceries. Washer and dryer is always nice to have. My biggest live was them having cleaning towels and supplies on hand. Many placed just provide white towela. This is ready for apills or accidents. I would stay here again. Id say the house would sleep 7. One bedroom with the high bed is pretty small tho. Thamk you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice clean property

We only stayed one night, but had an excellent experience. Property manager was very responsive and accommodating. Property was very clean. No unusual house rules. Nice touches like battery operated candles and good quality Charmin toilet paper. Would definitely stay again when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maiella H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Weekend at the Choo Choo Inn

We had such a wonderful stay at the Choo Choo Inn! The house was charming, very clean and smelled so fresh! The host provided everything we needed and more! We so very much appreciated the little touches of thoughtfulness like the waters, snack box, Kleenex in every room, supplies, brochures, etc . It certainly made such an impact to our experience :)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great place close drive to campus!

We had a great stay at the choo choo inn very clean and welcoming. The listing said 1+ bathrooms but there was only 1 full bath. Still worked and was a close and easy drive to campus for the game on Saturday!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint Country Get-Away

We stayed at Choo Choo Inn for 6 nights and I slept better than I do at home! The place is very clean, nicely decorated, and quiet. The shower is awesome with good water pressure and hot, hot water. The back deck is perfect for relaxing and watching little critters like the neighbors chickens and ducks. We had a great time here and Warren is very helpful if you need anything at all.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, Comfy & Cozy!

My fiancé, daughter and two pups stayed two nights at the Choo Choo Inn. We were in the area for a softball tournament for our daughter. The house is located in a very quiet area. Communication and flexibility of host was superb and check-in/arrival was smooth. The home was EXTREMELY CLEAN inside and out. Our daughter took a nap on the couch and said it was her best nap ever because it was so comfortable. Our mattresses in both bedrooms were great for us and so comfortable, we got great sleep both nights. The air conditioner works GREAT! Having access to washer/dryer as well as a full kitchen, coffee bar and plenty of extra towels and linen without asking was a plus! The outdoor furniture was clean and comfy. There were citronella table top pieces which were great while enjoying outside. Our dogs went with us and they have never been as calm and content away from our home as they were at the Choo Choo Inn. The sounds coming from the tracks were actually soothing and very quiet & only heard when outside. The snacks upon arrival were an added bonus! There is a Walmart and gas station about 5 minutes away. Warren is an AMAZING host and is prompt to answer any question/communication. We were able to meet him and he was wonderful with our fur babies as well. We WILL ABSOLUTELY stay again if back in the area. Thank you for sharing your home and for a great weekend stay at your beautiful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Place

This was a very nice house and perfect for my husband and our two kids. The hosts were kind and very accomodating. There were lots of little details that made the stay comfortable and cozy. We were staying here because we had an event for one of our kids that was out of town. This was the perfect place to stay to be close enough to our event. A huge thanks to our hosts for being so kind.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lacrosse Tournament

This made the perfect weekend for our family of 3 for a lacrosse tournament being held in Edwardsburg. About a 20 minute drive away, super clean and very relaxing. All of the small touches did not go unnoticed and were very appreciated from the snack basket, to the coffee and extra towels. Thank you for a great experience, we will come back for sure if we are in the area again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable

We enjoyed our stay and all interactions with our host. We had all the comforts of home. I would recommend the Choo Choo Inn!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Midpoint to Chicago

Stayed at the choo choo Inn mid-April for a trip frim Detroit to Chicago for a specific flight. Accommodations were perfect, clean, fresh/new, well equiped, great house.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024