Train vacation rentals in Western Europe

We had a wonderful stay in the Green Lane Carriage as part of my husband's 70th birthday celebrations. It was everything we had expected it to be and more. The period furnishing of the carriage and the added decoration and memorabilia made it stand out as a very special place to stay. The kitchen and bathroom were well set up and we had everything we needed throughout the carriage for a very comfortable stay. Steve sent us very helpful directions which meant it was easy to find, and was very flexible about our arrival time. We were greeted warmly and thoroughly enjoyed hearing some of the history of the carriage, which along with the photo album showing the restoration was fascinating. The setting giving a wonderful view across the fields was peaceful and relaxing to come back to after a day exploring the area. There were many places to visit, the book town of Hay on Wye was a particlar favourite, as were a visit to Monmouth and the Dean Forest Railway. Thank you, we hope to return!

We loved staying in John and Brady’s caboose Airbnb! We flew to Lock Haven for this year’s Sentimental Journey, it was our first time in the area. I was very happy with how close their place was to everywhere we needed to go, and it was so cozy to come back to at the end of the day. I enjoyed reading all the little pieces of history around the train car and in the information center out front. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to our friends! Thank you again!

A lovely little place, situated a stone’s throw away from the market square. It’s as quirky as you might expect of an old converted train, with lots of small nods to its history for you to find inside, and the pretty outside space will help you feel like you’re away from it all.

Arrivée par le ravel au départ de Louvain la neuve, 8 joyeuses cyclistes sont heureuses de s'arrêter au PN 19 , ancienne gare de Racour, et trouver l' accueil chaleureux de Hilde qui nous fait découvrir le spacieux et confortable wagon où nous avons séjourné 48 heures. Tout est prévu pour notre confort et celui de nos vélos qui se reposeront dans un endroit sécurisé avec une multitude de prises de courant pour la recharge de nos batteries, un potager où nous pouvons nous servir à volonté, fauteuils et table de jardin nous ont permis de prendre nos repas dans le vaste jardin à l'ombre des arbres. Nos hôtes attentionnés nous fournissent quelques précieuses informations sur leur belle région que nous avons découverte à vélo. La gentillesse et la disponibilité de Hilde et Jo nous ont comblées. Nous gardons précieusement notre "ticket" de retour ! Roselyne

We spent a surprise birthday weekend in the Railcar for my husband. My husband is a a huge rail fan which made this gift a no brainer. We boated, swam, kayaked, fished, hung out by the firepit and made great memories. We even spotted a Bald Eagle soaring over the water.

Aanrader! Jan is vriendelijk, de Pipo-wagen zoals verwacht knus en gezellig.

My wife, two kids under two, and myself had an absolute blast staying at Jim’s caboose Airbnb. It is located on a beautiful property with some fun animals that my toddler absolutely adored. Jim was a great host and very kind to my family. Thank you for hosting us and for making our time to Decorah, Iowa special.

Beautiful location, place as described. Jacuzzi was great. Lots of hot water. Good water pressure, good shower. Bed was comfortable. Donnie was helpful and responsive.

What a wonderful place to get away and enjoy the beauty of nature. The fields, the flowers, the fireflies, and the cows made the experience! The setting was so beautiful and well thought out, and the caboose was renovated perfectly. Deb was such a wonderful host and the fresh eggs, bread, and smores kit was an extra special surprise. Thank you so much for such a wonderful experience!

Better than expected! So clean and comfortable. Brad thought of everything you might need. We will book again ❤️

The Little Red Caboose was the perfect place for our weekend with our 3 year old! The space was so cute and the history behind it was so interesting to read! You can tell there was a lot of work and love put into it. Would definitely recommend and we hope to stay again in the future.

I loved the place. I also like history , so to stay in a restored caboose was great. Bryan did a great job making this tiny space into a home. All the decorations had historical connections. He left UR codes to scan, so you could hear all about them..

Such a unique Airbnb with beautiful surroundings. We had a great time at the tasting room and Brew Haus. All of the staff were wonderful. The food at the Brew Haus was great. Would recommend!

We had a beautiful long weekend at Wagonlea, from the moment we walked in there was a relaxed ambiance with the sheep and goats in the field. Despite being on a farm it feels very private and the host Ruth does not intrude at all. The place was spotlessly clean with a hot shower and all bathroom and kitchen essentials. Saturday we drove into Belper which is a lovely quaint village. All in all we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and felt very relaxed after being there, highly recommend

This was a very unique stay! Even though it is tight quarters there was actually ample room for 6 of us and storage. The beds were comfy and lots of fun details. Kitchen was functional for small meal prep. The oven wasn’t working while we were there, but we made due and were still able to prep meals. Having three full baths in such a small space was a luxury! The outside seating was great, and plenty of room to relax after sight seeing!

Third time’s the charm! We never regret staying at Alex’s place and look forward to our next booking at the train cars. The place is amazing, the views are incredible, and Alex is a great host. If you’re thinking about booking with Alex, do it! You will not be disappointed.

We had the best time at Bothole. Everything was as shown in the photos, and James was a fantastic host. I can’t wait to recommend the spot for a seaside getaway.

The caboose is super cute and whimsical. It is a rustic “cabin” but had everything necessary. The couch is uncomfortable so don’t plan a long lazy vacation watching movies. But it is a great jumping off place for the activities in the area. The caboose cupola made for a perfect morning coffee spot and afternoon reading nook!

What a lovely quirky place to stay, beautiful views from the tram and grounds, beautiful sunrise from the bedroom window. Lovely little getaway

Ich war mit meinen drei Kindern und unserem Hund dort und es hat uns sehr gut gefallen, wir hatten eine schöne Zeit. Die Umgebung ist wunderschön und Damian ist ein sehr freundlicher Gastgeber.

Exceeded expectations! Our family had a great time in May and will definitely go back for a fall trip too. All of the features and details inside the train were so neat. The den / kitchen area was more spacious than I expected. I was afraid it may feel a little claustrophobic but it didn't at all. The specific local recommendations provided were great. We have small children and weren't able to utilize the river much as there isn't flat / cleared ground beside it and the water was moving pretty rapidly during our stay, but we still had lots to do without the river. Definitely worth visiting!!

This place exceeded all my expectations. It was spotless, conveniently located, and I loved the sound of trains passing by. The check-in process was effortless, and the check-out instructions were clear. Finding an Airbnb this great is rare, and I’ll definitely be requesting to stay here again.

We’re in love with this wonderful caboose. Railroading is a generational passion in my family. Personally, I have been a railroader since I was two years of age, and now I’m in my mid-thirties. I am happy to report that my three-year-old son has taken up the mantle. As an Athens resident, you can imagine my interest when I saw an authentic caboose being delivered to its current location. As soon as the listing went live, I knew we had to celebrate my boy’s third birthday at the caboose. It was a dream come true for him! My wife and I stayed with our two young boys, and it was so delightful. It’s a perfect combination of installing modern comforts and preservation of what makes the caboose feel like it was a part of railroad history on the Illinois Central. John and Beth were remarkably kind and hospitable. We are so grateful for providing such a wonderful experience. Thank you so much!

It is difficult to portray with words how outstanding this quirky accommodation is! We were looking forward to the novelty of staying in a train carriage but were not expecting such a high level of comfort, and really spacious living and dining areas, kitchen, bathroom and bedroom. The bed was one of the comfiest I have had in an air bnb and the shower was great! So many choices of places to sit and relax, with beautiful views from every window! The location was stunning, and I loved falling asleep to the sound of the river. We also loved sitting in the sun on the deck on the comfy outdoor setting. The train was so beautifully decorated, with quality and character filled furniture. There was everything you could possibly need for a stay, and we couldnt recommend Katie-Anne's property highly enough. Thanks for a holiday we will remember for a lifetime.