Sleep in Authentic Railcar Rental for Unique Experience near Fort Worth
Cabin on the SAME river 113 million-year-old dinosaur tracks were just discovered minutes upstream in Dinosaur Valley State Park.
Guests can step back in time to another era in this renovated boxcar nestled in the woods near Fort Worth, Texas. It sleeps four guests in two bunk beds, which are made up of large twin beds. There is a full kitchen, a sitting area, and an old-fashioned bathroom with a claw-foot bathtub.
Outside, there is a rock terrace to enjoy as well as a vintage playground children will love.
This property has a stunning chapel on-site that overlooks the river, a popular location for smaller weddings. There is a traditional bell tower and stained glass windows creating an antique atmosphere. The site has a number of porches with rocking chairs and picnic areas with tables, allowing guests to relax among nature.
There are also campfire circles with rock surroundings and seating areas on the Barn patio. The hosts provide a full breakfast on Saturday and Sunday mornings in the Barn, March through November. Wi-Fi is also available nearby.
Features and services
Beds
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2 Bunk beds
Most popular features
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Wi-Fi/Internet
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Private Kitchen
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Bathtub
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Heating
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Swimming
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Fishing
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Air conditioning
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Microwave
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Fireplace
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Fridge
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Wildlife watching
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Stove
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Kayaking/Canoeing
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Horseback riding
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Feeding animals
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Wine tasting
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Supermarket
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Golfing
Where you will stay
Get in touch to book your luxury camping rental
Glen Rose, Texas
Detailed location provided after booking
Scenic views
The glamping site is around an hour and a half to Dallas, and just over an hour to Fort Worth, allowing guests to have a change of scenery if desired. The Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is 77 miles away taking around an hour and a half from the glamping site.
Activities near Glen Rose
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Swimming
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Horseback riding
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Biking
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Kayaking/Canoeing
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Climbing
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Fishing
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Wine tasting
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Wildlife watching
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Tennis
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Golfing
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Feeding animals
With the river just a few steps away, glampers can try their hand at fishing, too, and there are many paths that lead right down to the river where guests can swim and sunbathe. Other activities and entertainment at and around this property include bird-watching opportunities and tricycles and rocking horses for the kids.
Nearby, guests can visit the various dinosaur and fossil museums, parks, and exhibitions in the area, especially given that Glen Rose is known as the "Dinosaur Capital of Texas." There are also many different types of restaurants, from worldwide chains to quaint local businesses. It's very easy for guests to go canoeing, kayaking, and tubing in Glen Rose too, and there are three popular destinations in town where guests can rent the necessary materials to do so.
For the avid golfers in the group, the Squaw Valley Golf Course is a 36-hole course that is conveniently located nearby.
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Things to know
Arrival and departure
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Check-in: Flexible
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Check-out: 11:00 AM
House rules
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No pets allowed
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No smoking
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No parties
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No events
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Minimum age to rent: 18
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Some spaces are shared
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before check-in day
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