Little Red Caboose with a View in the Scenic Columbia River Gorge

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Little Red Caboose with a View in the Scenic Columbia River Gorge

About this space
Our little red caboose is located in the Columbia Gorge Scenic area, just 20 miles east of Portland, OR, and just a few miles east of Troutdale. It has its own bathroom with shower and a kitchenette, a queen bed in the main area & a double bed in the cupola. The caboose rests on 7+ acres, with a beautiful view, in a private park-like setting. There is lots to do in the area, hiking, biking, windsurfing, shopping and music and art events. There are also great restaurants and food carts in nearby Troutdale.
The space
A completely renovated, authentic railroad caboose, on a short piece of railroad track, resting on 7+ acres in the Columbia River Gorge, with a scenic view. The caboose has its own bathroom with shower and a kitchenette, a queen bed in the main area & a double bed in the cupola. There is a private deck off of the caboose, and a private picnic and campfire area next to the caboose.
Guest access
Complete and private use of the caboose, which has its own bathroom and kitchenette, as well as its own private picnicking and campfire space just outside of the caboose, and a private deck off of the back of the caboose. Cell phone reception is very good at our hill top location and there is also Wi Fi available. The TV has a fire-stick which can access Amazon Prime, etc and there are DVDs available in the caboose, including proclaimed top 10 train movies. Laundry facilities in the main house can be made available upon request and advance notice.
Other things to note
Sleeping in the cupola (2nd sleeping area) requires climbing up a ladder. The bed in the cupola is a 4' wide, 7' long, with 2 layers of 4" thick foam mattress. The caboose is often unavailable December through February, due to the winter weather conditions on the bluff where it is located.

Property manager

Jennifer English

Languages

English

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Supervision for children is required for safety.

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Map
Troutdale, OR

What's nearby

  • Lewis and Clark State Recreation Site - 6 min drive
  • Sandy River - 7 min drive
  • Columbia Gorge Premium Outlets - 9 min drive
  • Mt Hood Community College - Gresham Campus - 11 min drive
  • Edgefield Winery - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Cleveland Avenue Station - 15 min drive
  • Portland Union Station - 29 min drive
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Troutdale Station - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Black Rock Coffee Bar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Red Caboose with a View in the Scenic Columbia River Gorge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Little Red Caboose with a View in the Scenic Columbia River Gorge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Red Caboose with a View in the Scenic Columbia River Gorge?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Little Red Caboose with a View in the Scenic Columbia River Gorge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Relaxing
The Little Red Caboose is adorable, clean and had everything we needed. The property is beautiful! We highly recommend and we plan on returning. Rated 10/10 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W., Boulder, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little spot in the PNW
Very cute spot with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Easy to access and simple instructions, a unique interior with a very cool exterior. Host was easy to communicate with, left some home grown fruit in the kitchen as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
It was a beautiful and fun visit. ideal location owners were so accommodating, extremely helpful. Would visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Choo Choo!
What an amazing place to stay. Oregon farmland, horses, dogs, and the owners provide such amazing gifts including their own blueberries! And there is such a beautiful surrounding area. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A piece of paradise in the PNW
I stayed here with my family and we had an amazing time. The hosts were really helpful and accommodating and the property was absolutely stunning! They had cornhole and other games for evening fun before we hung out around the campfire. I am definitely going to book this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing vacation
We loved everything about the location and the caboose. The property was gorgeous and we got to feed the horses. The views are amazing. Jennifer and Phil were the best hosts ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Col

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the cutest little slice of heaven ever. My boyfriend suprised me w/a getaway &, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The caboose is so stinking cute not to mention, clean and stocked with breakfast, carrots for the horses, coffee, towels and everything else needed. The owners are the kindest couple. They also, have an outdoor fire a/wood provided & cornhole. If you are looking for a quiet, peaceful, clean and unique experience this is the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great weekend stay! Unique lodgings, beautiful property, and caring host. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
My partner and I had an excellent time at the caboose. It was relaxing and quiet. Jennifer had left some thoughtful touches that really made us feel at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Choo choo!
What a cute, cute place to stay! The lodging was clean and comfortable and very cozy! Due to my partners snoring, I got to sleep upstairs in the cupola! Listening to the rain was quite peaceful. Jennifer, the host was friendly and very accommodating to our late arrival. Would definitely love to stay here again! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

natalie o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay at the Caboose
We had the best time here. It’s gorgeous and just outside of Portland. Easy to get to from the airport. Beautiful view with excellent host. The host makes you feel welcome and leaves special treats and makes sure you have everything you need for the morning. Thanks to the hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

C T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Worked well
Small, so be prepared. But we just needed a base camp to sleep while we were out and about and this worked perfect and was cute. My 12 year old loved the loft and my teen had room on the pad on the floor in front of the bed. Enjoyed the cornhole outside and the horses as well. Nice and quiet area but close to freeway and Troutdale as well. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful weekend escape so great for solo or couples. Jennifer provides the small touches that sets the caboose apart from other blaze short term rentals. Wonderful place would stay and recommend again especially for solace seekers
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely amazing!
What a magical place! Our stay here was amazing. This was our first ever experience using VRBO and we could not be happier. The interior of the caboose is cozy and welcoming with a well-outfitted kitchen, bathroom, main bedroom, and sleeping loft. The train decor added a charming touch and the caboose is full of lots of extra special touches like that, such as a record player with a fun record collection and train-themed movies with a DVD player. The back deck and fire pit area both offer terrific places to eat, relax, and hangout. The property is absolutely beautiful with gorgeous views in an idyllic and peaceful country setting complete with farm fields, sunflowers, and grazing horses. Conveniently located just minutes away from the Sandy river, parks, and Troutdale, it was the perfect “home base” for us during our vacation. We would absolutely stay here again and plan on returning here in the future. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Delight!
What a beautiful little place! It is charming with so much personality and sweetness. Jennifer’s little touches of kindness and love were left everywhere and my husband and I felt so dearly welcomed. The caboose was clean and very ready for guests. The surroundings are stunning and it is all so quiet and peaceful. It was a pleasure to stay there, and we look forward to returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtlyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and Cute Property!
We loved the little red caboose! It was the perfect getaway just right outside of the city. Jennifer was a great host as well. Next time we are visiting Portland we will definitely be staying there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful
Everything we hoped for and more. Great location. Perfect for our country hearts. Managers were on site for all/any needs. Give this place 6 out of 5 please
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Perfect
Quant cozy locale. A wonderful get away but only a short scenic drive from the city. Host's were welcoming and very friendly. Plan to book again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023