Vintage Caboose Rental in Historic Small Town near Springfield, Massachusetts
Vintage Caboose Rental in Historic Small Town near Springfield, Massachusetts
"Amazing in every way. In the winter it is quite cold and the caboose is very old and so is its furniture, so it is not luxurious. But aside from tha…"
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Entire accommodation to yourself
Enjoy having the accommodation to yourself; with all facilities for exclusive and private use
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Coltsville National Historical Park National Park
This accommodation is located 17 miles28 kilometers from a National park
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Free cancellation if cancelled at least 7 days before check-in
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Caboose • 4 guests • Bathroom
Go glamping this weekend in a vintage caboose near Springfield, MA!
This 1919 wooden vintage caboose is located right next to the CSX main railroad line in Chester, Massachusetts, just an hour from Springfield—perfect for a New England getaway! Guests can experience railway life from the 1930s from this caboose, which features wooden bunks with leather cushions and it can accommodate up to four guests.
Outside, the vintage caboose has an outdoor picnic table and a barbecue grill on the lawn. Glampers can enjoy some rustic, al fresco dining to add to the aesthetic of this unique glamping experience. Guests have access to the bathrooms in the station, and shower facilities are two miles away at the nearby Walker Island Campground.
While staying here, guests can learn more about the historic railroad and see some historic railroad artifacts and the very first stone arch bridges in the United States. With an abandoned quarry nearby, home to the only standing wooden derrick in New England, guests will lose themselves in the rich history of the area.
Guests have access to restrooms, just a short walk from the accommodation, and there are shower facilities two miles at a nearby campground. There is also an extra kitchen caboose for rent so that guests can make their own food. The property boasts a banquet hall for events. Should guests require additional sleeping space, they are welcome to set up tents on the lawn next to the vintage caboose.
Features and services
- Wi-Fi/Internet
- Private Barbecue
- Desk
- Electricity
- Bathroom
- Twin/Single bed
- River, stream or creek
- National Park
- Forest
COVID-19 Actions
All guest areas are wiped down before each new arrival. Host checks temperature before greeting guests. All state regulations regarding the pandemic are posted in the caboose.
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Accommodation rules
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Check-in: Flexible
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Check out: Flexible
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Infants allowed Under 2 years old
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Children allowed 2-12 years old
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Pets allowed
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No smoking
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No parties
- Events allowed
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Some spaces are shared
Glampers will need to bring pillows and blankets as the hosts do not supply them.
CHESTER RAILWAY STATION, a museum where the Glamping Caboose is kept, was named a National Historic Landmark on January 13, 2022. The Secretary of the Interior identifies nationally significant places that best represent the American experience. Landmark designation encourages the preservation of places that have exceptional value for illustrating the history of the United States, for the inspiration and benefit of all Americans. This designation was also afforded to the Keystone Arches, an early series of stone railroad bridges highlighted in a nearby hiking trail enjoyed by many of our Glamping guests.
Be kind to the environment and take care of the surroundings.
Cancellation policy: Flexible
Location and surroundings
Chester, Massachusetts (United States of America)
Detailed location provided after booking
- Coltsville National Historical Park (17 miles) (28 kilometers)
- Forest
- River, stream or creek
- Town/City
Activities
- Hiking
- Biking on-site
- Fishing on-site
- Wildlife watching on-site
The historic area has so many great shops and things to see. Guests can enjoy a walk to the famous railroad station, old jails, and the many unique art galleries in Chester. Around this glamping site, guests can hike through one of the largest road-free forests in Massachusetts and see some old railroad artifacts. Along the path guests will discover the first ever keystone arch railroad bridges built in America. Staying in the caboose itself is certainly an experience, but by walking around the area, guests will learn the history of the old railroad systems. There is also great fishing near by and hiking opportunities.