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Exterior
1 bedroom, bed sheets
Property grounds
Dining
Fridge, microwave, toaster, blender

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Boyne City, MI
  • Place, Avalanche Preserve Recreation Area
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Charlevoix
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Peninsula Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Boyne City

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Avalanche Preserve Recreation Area and Peninsula Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Avalanche Preserve Recreation Area - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lake Charlevoix - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Peninsula Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old City Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Boyne Heritage Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BC Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Boyne Mountain Igloo - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Sante - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

All Aboard!

This unique property is waiting for you to "ride" into days past, and have a great time in downtown Boyne City. You will be staying in a real caboose railcar that has been modified to offer all the comforts of home. With 2 sets of twin bunks you will be all set to let your adventure begin and have company with you! The property is just 2 blocks to downtown Boyne, and 3 blocks to the fabulous Avalanche Preserve for hiking, biking, skiing, sledding, ice skating, bird watching, and the best views overlooking Boyne and Lake Charlevoix you will find! You will have an outside firepit and grilling area all to yourself, and if you wish, the city beach is just 3 blocks down the hill for a beautiful summer dip in the crystal clear lake! All aboard!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. The vacation home also includes a dining table.

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Front of property
Boyne City Motel
Downtown Boyne City
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 640 reviews
$167 nightly
The price is $185
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

All Aboard! Boyne City
All Aboard! Private vacation home
All Aboard! Private vacation home Boyne City

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home in Boyne City is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Charlevoix, Avalanche Preserve Recreation Area, and Peninsula Beach. You'll also find Boyne Heritage Center and Old City Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at All Aboard!?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at All Aboard!?

At this historic vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, a kitchenette in some house, as well as a firepit.

Does All Aboard! have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Does All Aboard! have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional), which is about 27.5 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at All Aboard!?

No, you won't find house with balconies at All Aboard!.

All Aboard! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay at the Caboose!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place!!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valarie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed staying here and will return. It was clean and tidy. Location to down town was amazing. We highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here with my kids for a long weekend. Definitely a unique stay. Very clean, nicely decorated, in a great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon P.

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

Great place to stay!

Nice quiet location. Pet friendly. Easy walk to town and the waterfront. Inside was clean and comfortable. I've always wanted a caboose since I was a kid so this stay was special.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a fun little place to stay! The location was perfect. We had a great weekend. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our grandkids loved the magic of staying in a train caboose. Thanks for helping make some lasting memories.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chanda W.

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

Great location

Cute, great location. Worked well for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Fun property in prime location. Ideal for families or a private getaway. Our only real complaint was a glaring lack of hot water which isn't mentioned (that I saw) until we arrived.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jason h.

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

Caboose Life

Everything was great, we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

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

Perfect

We absolutely loved the caboose!!! Perfect location. So cozy!!! Absolutely recommend and will be back. Walking distance to town and the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veslav S.

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

Excellent option for visiting Boyne city.

Very nice, clean, friendly, and adventurous. Definitely would recommend for brief getaway up to four people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

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

Love the caboose.

This is a great small property. Good location, with an easy walk to town. This was our second visit and we are planning on coming back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob A.

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

Very fun and unique property.

We loved our time in the caboose!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna E.

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

Cute

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyleen V.

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

Great Place!

This was a very cool experience. The Caboose was converted beautifully.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katy B.

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

Caboose 👍

We loved the uniqueness of the caboose! Everything was just perfect! It's very convenient and walking distance to town!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

Great stay, great location!

This was such a cute place to stay! The location was within walking distance of the downtown area, farmer's market, ice cream, etc. Nice side yard with room to play catch with the kids, firepit to use, etc. Just as described. Quiet location too, which was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It is a restored railroad caboose how cool is that The people were nice 👍 World Class
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

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

Cute Caboose

We loved the opportunity to stay in this caboose! It had everything we needed for a pleasant stay in this historical caboose. It is small - and don't plan to cook any meals - but there are many wonderful restaurants in walking distance. It is a wonderful place to stay to enjoy all that Boyne City has to offer in the summer, including a nearby beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meshi I.

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

So fun we came back!

We had such a great time visiting Boyne City and staying at the Red Caboose a couple of years ago, I decided to book us for Labor Day weekend this year for a last summer Hurrah! So glad we did. We really enjoy summertime in Boyne City and surrounding area. The Caboose is great fun, well kept, has all we need for the long weekend. Looking forward to returning for a third trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julian M.

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

What fun!

We had great fun staying in the caboose! It was very clean and offered lots of interest for us all. Great to see the restoration and renovation to make the most of the space. Very comfortable. Great location a short walk to downtown and the water.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly W.

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

Fun Place

Quiet. Great location. Nicely done inside. Bunk beds are sturdy but a bit narrow for an adult. Claw foot tub is lovely. Lock box convenient. A fun experience overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

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

Unique Getaway!

We throughly enjoyed our stay in this unique property! Marty has down an amazing job outfitting the caboose! It is comfortable, cozy and even contains some historic railroad memorabilia. An added plus is the close proximity to the downtown area. Communication with Marty was seamless and efficient. Highly recommend if you are looking for a unique experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shauna B.

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

Cozy Getaway

What a great space to enjoy! We chose to stay here for our daughter's birthday trip. It is cozy but more spacious than expected. We enjoyed games, a bonfire with s'mores, and exploring town. Top bunks have rails so our girls were able to sleep "in the cool beds!". Thank you for sharing your property with us!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

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