Appalachian Mountains: soggiorni in treni

This is the second time that we have stayed with Donnie. The first time was in one of the cabooses. This time we stayed in The Depot. Both of these places were as described and pictured! I had good enough phone service that we did not miss having WiFi and there was cable for television. I had two children with me, an eight year old and a twelve year old, and they were both fine there! And we could look out the front door and see Buffalo Mountain. Because of Hurricane Helene damage, we did not get to go there but it was not for lack of trying! Sunday morning before we left, I got to see a deer in the pasture behind the depot! And some beautiful sunrises!

Beautiful location, place as described. Jacuzzi was great. Lots of hot water. Good water pressure, good shower. Bed was comfortable. Donnie was helpful and responsive.

We wanted to do something unique & different for our anniversary & this did NOT disappoint. From the “main” road you can see the 3 red cabooses up on the hill & our hearts smiled. They recently had storms & we could see where the flood waters deteriorated the sides of the driveway but it was still wide enough for us to pass another small vehicle if needed. Office Check in was a breeze and took less than five mins before we were standing in our getaway train(caboose) which is on a real track! We were the only ones staying this weekend but if others were present, there was plenty of room. Our furbabies throughly enjoyed having a large field in front of the cabooses to run in. The views from the swings were breathtaking especially during the sunsets. Once Inside, we enjoyed the comforts of home (except for a stove). The hotness of the water & the relaxing hot tub added to our experience. Some things were dated but that is to come with the territory. We hope to visit again in the fall.

Clean! Smelled great too. Geat distance (within 10min) to hiking (Ash Cave) in one direction and then a pizzeria with all kinds of drinks and snacks in the other. On a fairly traveled road in front, but also a great small space to explore right behind and firepit. Well kept! It was great for our young family. Very fun.

We really enjoyed our stay in the Mo-Pac caboose on your beautiful and peaceful ranch. It was such a unique experience—quiet, relaxing, and a great way to disconnect. We had a great time and would definitely recommend the stay for anyone looking for a peaceful getaway with a unique twist! Thank you for being a great host.

We stayed with our two dogs at Donnie's caboose over Thanksgiving while visiting family in the area. The location was great and super close to our family. It was quiet, peaceful, and beautiful. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay again!

Beautiful place on the water and off the beaten path. Very quiet and relaxing. Jan was very friendly and helpful.

We were looking for a quiet place to relax and disconnect for the weekend and this was absolutely it! It rained most of our trip but listening to the rain from in the caboose and watching the entire inside light up from lightening was amazing. The caboose was very clean, and intentionally prepared for us. It was well put together with the special touch of some champagne glasses, a flower vase with a heart in it for our anniversary which I shared with them prior to our arrival. They also had dog treats laid out for our dog. They were very communicative about the possibility of other dogs being on the property as well. The property was also very well maintained, and the maps laid out the hiking trails, many of them leaving right from the cabooses. Although I would not arrive at night as driving to the cabooses in the dark was difficult.

This was a great place to stay and really appreciated how they were proactive! Next time I'm in town there is no place I'd rather stay.

There are rare moments when human creativity, care, and brilliance converge so seamlessly that words feel inadequate — this stay was one of those moments. From the first turn onto the gravel drive, flanked by endless green pastures and grazing cattle, every detail felt like stepping into a living work of art. The etched stone signage, the winding wooded path, and finally, the majestic Caboose—restored and repurposed with stunning craftsmanship—captured our imagination instantly. Traditional lantern lighting accented its charm, standing proudly against the landscape. Inside, the thoughtful design overwhelmed us: a beautiful scent, a lofted retreat, exquisite bathroom, outdoor and indoor showers, digital art feature, and luxurious king-sized bed. Every label, every touch from the homemade bread to the curated local guide spoke volumes of the heart behind this place. Though 40 minutes from our family, it was beyond worth it. A stay here is not just lodging—it’s an Unforgettable memory!

This little place went way above our expectations! We had never stayed in a place quite like this, and we were pleasantly surprised when we arrived. It’s easy to get to, private, so cozy and near everything! And there is a deck that is perfect as it overlooks the woods and is ideal for an evening glass of wine. We went down to see our daughter ride at the Tryon Equestrian Center for the IHSA Nationals (humble brag) and it is only five minutes away. Perfect! Could not ask for a better location. The place was clean, instructions were clear and we just had a great time! Great memories, and we can’t wait to tell our friends about it! Thank you!

Bryan has a gem of a place, the careful attention to detail on creating an authentic caboose experience is only exceeded by the passion with which Bryan shared the story behind embarking on this project. The surroundings, the sunrise over the river, the peace and quiet, it is transformative - A must have experience..! We will come back.

My family and I had a wonderful time. It’s a great place to spend some quality time together.

This was such an amazing experience. The entire staff and locals were so nice and welcoming. The wine, beer and food of Warner Vintards and Warner Brew Haus was wonderful. The food was so good, that's the only place we ate. Now that we know about the summer concert series we can't wait to comeback next summer a little later in the year to check it out and do blueberry/strawberry picking.

We stayed for a few days to go hiking around the area and it was perfect. Super close to good restaurants and just a short drive to good hikes. The back yard made our stay so enjoyable and everything was in amazing condition in the train! Pete was an amazing host and we ran into no issues.

We loved The Escape! Such a cool Airbnb. Great location, very clean and we loved the rooftop deck!! We will definitely recommend to others. Thank you for sharing your caboose with us!

The owner was very responsive. The Caboose had everything we needed for a quick stay (including ice cubes that were already made, and a Brita that was already filled!). It was really clean and looked exactly like the pictures. I have never stayed in an Airbnb that felt so ready for guests. The whole experience was great and I would definitely stay again!

We loved staying at The Lost Pearl! Very cool place! We stayed in the Pirate room the first 2 nights then the caboose the last night. So beautiful and neat, antique decor throughout the historical home. Daniel greeted us and helped us when needed with recommendations , but also let us do our own thing! They have goats and a mini store packed full of goat milk products & fun things! You can feed the goats. The breakfast that was made for us Saturday morning was DELICIOUS. He recommended the perfect winery/brewery to meet both our needs, a perfect hike-park area that took us to a local waterfall. No tv in the pirate room- we brought our projector and watched Pirates of the Caribbean and Titanic! Caboose has a smart tv and heater. We had a wedding our last night near by, came back to a fire built for us. Each room included a book with history about the property and local areas, recommendations to restaurants and sites, wineries, antique shops and so much more! We will be back! Loved it!

Many years ago my Husband’s grandfather worked at the Smiths Falls railway station and his mom grew up in the old home now situated on the museum property. We gave this fun Caboose Sleepover gift to him for his birthday! We had a great stay!!

Really great place ! Super unique. Hosts were friendly . Would definitely this place . We really enjoyed our stay !

We had a lovely night in the Caboose. It was exactly as described. The beds were comfortable and as I read it could be a little light at night in another review, I brought an eye mask. It really wasn't that bright - my husband certainly didn't notice. There was air conditioning which worked well. As described, the washrooms and kitchen are in the museum, so perhaps bring a robe if you need to get up at night. Those facilities were shared with two other Cabooses, but there was lots of room and we only rarely saw other people. The staff were helpful and friendly.

we loved our stay, the caboose was beautiful and it was quiet everything was clean and put together very nicely. I’d give it a 10/10 we would love to stay here again!

Beautiful surroundings, quiet except for the sounds of nature. Truly an epic destination. Would definitely return but with MORE friends! This trip was just the two of us.

My son requested staying in a train over spring break. So when I found this air bnb it seemed like the perfect fit and it absolutely was!! It is clean organized and has great features! I now want to fully recreate the bathroom as my bathroom at home!! We will absolutely be back!