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🚂 Sleep in a caboose on a bison ranch: Seaboard Coast Line #0843

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Interior
TV, DVD player, foosball, table tennis
Property grounds
Exterior
Children's area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Clyde, NC
  • Place, Pigeon River
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Clyde

Located within a leisurely stroll of Pigeon River, this cabin is within a 15-minute drive of Haywood County Public Library. The cabin includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Pigeon River - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 14 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Cataloochee Ski Area - 24 min drive - 12.8 miles
  • Biltmore Estate - 38 min drive - 30.5 miles
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 50 min drive - 35.2 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ben’s Backdraft BBQ - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sherrill's Pioneer Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ghost Outpost - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

🚂 Sleep in a caboose on a bison ranch: Seaboard Coast Line #0843

Looking for a completely unique vacation? Sleep in our restored 1960's caboose! Completely renovated on the inside to ensure rest & relaxation while visiting the Smokies. The caboose has a private master bedroom, a cupola for the kids to sleep in, a full kitchen to cook meals in! You can literally lay in bed & see the buffalo herd out in the pasture!

Enjoy making memories while making smores over the fire pit outside as you watch the bison grazing in the field. Truly, Buffalo roam on this private 65 acre little piece of heaven tucked away in the mountains. Whether watching the sunrise over the mountain peaks while the Smoky Mountains clear up for a beautiful day, or setting your sights on our herd of buffalo coming for their morning oats. You will not be disappointed while you are enjoying a hot cup of coffee or cocoa on our large back deck of a unique rental!

If you are looking for a quiet 'get away from it all' retreat, this is it! Enjoy long hikes on the property, fishing within walking distance from the caboose or take a trip into town to do some shopping or antiquing.

Children will love the hike through the woods to the brand play area, The BC Corral! This custom designed area has everything from swings, zip line, slides, teeter totter, cargo nets, rock wall & even a horse shoe pit for the adults! The kids will love it here!

A stay at Buffalo Creek Vacations is surely one that your family will always enjoy looking back on!

We are pet friendly, size doesn't matter!

Fun things to do: Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, Biltmore Estate, skiing at Cataloochee Ski Area, Tubing at Tony's Tube World, Ghost Town, hiking at Chimney Rock, tubing at Deep Creek, Fun Factory, visit the Elk in Cataloochee Park, Great Smoky Mountain National Park, take a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Casino in Cherokee, slide down the rocks at Sliding Rockin the Pisgah National Forest, downhill skiing, snowboarding & tubing at Cataloochee Ski Resort, golf at Waynesville Country Club, Maggie Valley Country Club or Ironduff Golf Course!
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Only outside - butts must be disposed of properly.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
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.

Rules

Any change in reservation will result in a $20 reservation change fee.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pet fee is $60

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: We rent pack n plays if needed- $15

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only outside - butts must be disposed of properly.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Sleep in a Caboose on a Bison Ranch Seaboard Coast Line #0843
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this cabin?

This cabin is located in Clyde within a short 8-minute walk of Pigeon River. You'll also find Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Queen's Farm Stables nearby.

Will I be able to park at this cabin?

No, this cabin doesn't offer parking.

Is this cabin associated with a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

Is 🚂 Sleep in a caboose on a bison ranch: Seaboard Coast Line #0843 a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic cabin include a kitchen as well as a firepit and a video library.

Does 🚂 Sleep in a caboose on a bison ranch: Seaboard Coast Line #0843 have a hot tub?

No, this cabin doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cabin offer breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cabin allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.

Are there connecting rooms at this cabin?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cabin.

Where is the closest airport to this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), which is about 26 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at 🚂 Sleep in a caboose on a bison ranch: Seaboard Coast Line #0843?

Yes, every cabin at 🚂 Sleep in a caboose on a bison ranch: Seaboard Coast Line #0843 comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.

🚂 Sleep in a caboose on a bison ranch: Seaboard Coast Line #0843 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an awesome time with my kids staying in this caboose and enjoying the ranch. The people who work the ranch are all very friendly and made us feel welcomed. My kids loved animals, game room, and helping feed the animals. My husband got the awesome experience of getting the help feed the bison. We would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The caboose was amazing. Everything you needed. It was very clean and the owner was very personable and helpful. The deck outside the caboose was a plus to enjoy the quiet, cool evenings. Would definitely give a 10 out of 10!Plus animal to visit too!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Buffalo Ranch is amazing! The owners were there the whole time working the Ranch! We stayed in the Caboose, it was beautiful! We will be coming back there every chance we get!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Woody F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lara F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Novelty stay

Fun stay in a caboose surrounded by Bison. Didn't get to spend much time, but enjoyed the space. Caboose was clean and comfortable and it was fun to see all the animals.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Train Lovers Dream

This stay was for my son’s high school graduation. He loves all things trains. We have stayed in many caboose cars across the country. This is by far the nicest we have stayed in. It has everything you need. It is modern, but has kept an authentic feel. He had a blast being able to utilize the cupola. The fact that it is on a Buffalo ranch is an added plus. He also enjoyed the Agapeland model train layout. Thank you to the guys who opened it up and allowed him to enjoy your collection. We will have fun trying out different cabooses on the property during future visits. Everything was clean upon arrival and communication was great. I highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for kids

The property is fun for kids— lots of animals! Caboose was clean and well kept.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

michaael a.

Liked: Cleanliness

Orange caboose

Awesome place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful getaway

We loved staying in this Caboose! The family did an amazing job of refurbishing the Caboose. We especially loved interacting with all the animals on the property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

Our family really enjoyed staying in one of the cabooses, feeding the animals, playing in the playground and game room. Everyone had a great time! Warm staff made us feel very welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Train lover’s paradise!

What a joy it was to pull up to the cabooses and see what looked like a depot of cabooses now! Our hosts Jeff and Cheryl were so excited to let us know about their plans to add more cabooses to their property and what they have in store sounds absolutely incredible! Our own caboose was incredibly tangtastic and fantastic! We love the interior decor that was incredibly thought about. The charming orange and train themed home decor was absolutely adorable! Seeing the Bison get fed in the morning, all the farm animals in the barns, and getting to see so many miniature trains in the train museum was an absolute delight and brought out our inner child! Thanks for helping us reconnect with the train loving kid within!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!!

Great!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Asia

Liked: Cleanliness

My boys loved it!

My boys are obsessed with trains and this was by far an epic stay. Everything is exactly like the pics! Clean and cozy!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna D., Morganton, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique and fun trip!

The whole family enjoyed our stay in the caboose. Seeing the Bison when you wake up was so neat, we even got to see a brand new baby that was just born. The kids loved feeding the goats and seeing all of the animals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kendra W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique Stay in a Thoughtfully renovated Tiny Home

Very unique and impressive use of space. I do wish there were white linens and a dishwasher but those are personal preferences that don't overall impact the quality of this stay. Kids enjoyed the loft, deck and seeing the animals. Overall, a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay

This was a beautiful stay and so unique. A caboose surrounded by nature. The caboose was very clean and comfortable. Wish we would have stayed longer. We will definitely come back again. Thank you for a memorable stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melody V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Family Experience!

We have stayed at several BNB rentals in the past, but this topped the cake! The accommodations were perfect ( I would suggest extra blankets if you bring 4 kids and loft for maybe age 5+) but everything else was so perfect. The small details add up like local coffee ready for you by the coffee ☕️ pot to the specialized sign greeting you when you walk in. Bring your hiking shoes! There is a lot to explore. The game room was also fun. We only stayed one night but next visit will be two! We want to take advantage of feeding the goats and a few things we didn’t have time to do like the fire 🔥 pit! I’d suggest this for any family with young kids or even a couples trip. Side note, not on the property but walking distance from it is a great fishing spot on the river!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Really great little caboose. Kids and adults loved it. A little difficult to find at night, but cool place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great fun but a few glitches

Giving five stars because overall the caboose is so much fun and the property is as well. The caboose is decorated very nicely and it’s basically a very cute tiny home. I thought it made good use of space, and we very much enjoyed the deck outside which is where we ate all of our meals. I absolutely love Buffalo and was thrilled to see them each morning. You pretty much only saw them in the morning time when they headed in that general direction for the breakfast. There are also a lot more animals on the property that you can visit and feed including miniature horses, goats, turkey, bunnies etc. there is a playground on the property although make sure you put on your walking shoes as it is a fairly steep hike LOL. We did visit their little store and bought several things. Be aware that no one is wearing a mask if that concerns you. I have three complaints on the interior. The biggest one was the bed in the master. The sheets are polyester which I understand people buy because they dry very quickly. But they’re pretty uncomfortable. There was also no blanket, just the comforter, which I have no idea if they wash or not. The second issue was the upstairs loft bed. It was a good 10 or 15° hotter up there than it was downstairs and basically it was unusable even though it was only about 80° outside and we had the air conditioning on inside. There was a fan up there but it was not working. I’m not sure if a fan would have actually solved it though. Last concern was the dishes. When you leave, you wash your own dishes by hand. Given the state of the world right now, I just wish there had been a dishwasher or a way to sanitize them better. We ended up re-washing the dishes before we use them.All in all it was a fantastic experience though and I would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lancen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

The caboose was awesome. The kids loved it, well designed and useful space. The farm in general was fantastic. So much to do, we loved meeting Harold and talking about the bison. Great stay all around. We will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melisa G.

A night away

I decided to take my kids on a little adventure overnight. We did some hiking and made our way to the buffalo farm. They were surprises at every turn! All the different animals and the cabooses! Awesome experience to have and we will come back again! (If im being honest, the only thing i wasnt too excited about was the cleanliness of the caboose and lack of people wearing masks during a pandemic).
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

brandin l.

Liked: Cleanliness

IDYLLIC!

I cannot express how lovely this place is. A little slice of magic in the middle of the mtns. Take your kids, take your parents, take whoever- you just have to visit.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Biljana W.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great novelty and wonderful surroundings

The good: The attention to detail in decorating was superb! The beds were comfortable. What a great novelty to stay in a caboose. TVs worked great. The property manager was immediately responsive and super helpful when our code didn’t work. She also kindly recommended some things we could do around the property. The not so good: My biggest complaint was that it was not as clean as I had expected, especially in times of a pandemic. One of the reasons I chose this place was the enhanced cleaning techniques that the website said they employed. Instead, the place was very dusty, there were fingerprints on the refrigerator door and on a window when we got there, crumbs on one of the tables in the kitchen. We were planning on wiping everything down when we got there due to the virus and I am very glad we were prepared. There was also no soap in the bathroom dispenser but I did not report it since there was plenty in the kitchen so we just used that. The water was not great for drinking, so we just got bottled water and ice from the store. I’m sure we won’t remember any of that though and instead we’ll remember seeing the buffalo out the window and the wonderfully unique experience of sleeping in a caboose!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

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