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Stay in a REAL train car in historic Virginia City, NV!

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Virginia City, NV
    Mackay Mansion Museum
    1 min walk
    The Washoe Club Haunted Museum
    4 min walk
    St. Mary in the Mountains Catholic Church
    4 min walk
    Carson City, NV (CSN)
    20 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Dining
Exterior

About this property

Stay in a REAL train car in historic Virginia City, NV!

Authentic 1950s caboose converted into a private guest suite that captures the glory days of train travel. Enjoy the famous 100-mile view from the cupola as you sip your coffee in the morning or your cocktail in the evening. Watch the steam engine (or the wild horses) go by from your private covered deck. Easy access to the V&T Railroad, bars, restaurants, museums, and all that VC has to offer. Welcome to town. Choo choo!

Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Virginia City

Located in Virginia City Historic District, a neighbourhood in Virginia City, this apartment is in the mountains. Mackay Mansion Museum and The Washoe Club Haunted Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Virginia and Truckee Railroad and Chollar Mine. Northern Nevada Children's Museum and Jack C. Davis Observatory are also worth visiting.
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Virginia City, NV

What's nearby

  • Mackay Mansion Museum - 1 min walk
  • The Washoe Club Haunted Museum - 4 min walk
  • Saint Mary's in the Mountains Church - 4 min walk
  • Virginia and Truckee Railroad - 6 min walk
  • Delta Saloon - 7 min walk

Getting around

  • Reno Station - 38 min drive
  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack In The Box - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪1st & 10 Bar and Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Moonlite Bunny Ranch - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay in a REAL train car in historic Virginia City, NV! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stay in a REAL train car in historic Virginia City, NV!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay in a REAL train car in historic Virginia City, NV!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stay in a REAL train car in historic Virginia City, NV! located?

Located in Virginia City Historic District, this apartment building is steps away from Mackay Mansion Museum and Virginia and Truckee Railroad. The Washoe Club Haunted Museum and St. Mary in the Mountains Catholic Church are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ORyan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Very clean rail car, nicely restored/maintained, quiet neighborhood, great view to look at with morning coffee, Im sure the local motels are nice too, but this was a fun experience, I would definitely stay again next time in vc
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ruby's a beauty
Such a unique experience!!! What a magical place to stay in VC
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryll A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ruby the caboose
It was a very comfy and cost little place , would definitely stay there again 👍😁
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Best Little GetAway!!
My husband and I were in town for a friends wedding and I was so lucky to have found this listing! The owner was so pleasant and welcoming! As we approached the caboose were were both so excited to see how ever this could be converted to a little studio but oh my!! It was literally perfect!! The host had coffee and tea and such thoughtful touches. I would definitely recommend staying here if your visiting VC
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Caboose
I hadn’t been to Virginia City in 40 years, so we decided to take a little get away. I found this place and fell in love with it! When we checked in it didn’t disappoint 😊 It is so unique and decorated for the time period. Loved the books about the history of the city and the people are very friendly in town. Check-in was easy and everything that was listed was accurate! I would definitely recommend and would rent again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
So unique and tranquil, very comfortable bed.. We will be staying again..
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staying in Ruby
Very fun staying in the old caboose. We loved the deck under the gazebo. The pictures and other artifacts lend a very nice railroad type feel. The cupila is so much fun. We really liked the map of the Virginia City mines, so the caboose had a great feel of the history of the area, too. Two small suggestions for the kitchen. 1) A small scrubby pad and 2) a small cutting board would be helpful. But, I quibble. Overall this was a wonderful visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Honey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Well maintained wonderfully restored to authentic condition. I’d highly recommend this listing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay at Ruby the Red Caboose
The caboose was decorated in period decor. We loved the entire experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect get away!
This place was great! We are ready to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun and perfect spot
We really enjoyed our stay, well appointed and the perfect spot for our short visit to Virginia City.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecile S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Virginia City Caboose
This was an awesome visit ! The caboose was fantastic and even better than the pictures. Our weather was on the chilly side but we were marvelously cosy in the caboose. The views were magnificent! Virginia City strolling was great. Grab coffee at the Roasting House - it was excellent. There is no stove or microwave; we brought a hot plate just to warm up soup and that worked great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to get away
My husband & I stayed a night in Virginia City to check out the old gold mining town. The Ruby Caboose was the perfect lodging. The sheets were super soft & all the details inside the caboose were fun to view & added tons of charm. The host, Heidi was responsive, friendly & accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kitty Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A DREAM COME TRUE !!!
WOW !! We can't possibly convey how utterly delighted we were with every aspect of our stay at Ruby the Red Caboose. Our host, Heidi, did the virtually impossible by making our visit absolutely cozy, comfortable and flawless despite a historic series of storms that virtually paralyzed a good portion of the Sierras in both California and Nevada with tons of snow. We can't thank you enough, Heidi, for the perfection we enjoyed despite the immense challenges you and your entire town experienced. Ruby is a treasure we heartily recommend to everyone. She's beautiful, surprisingly roomy... even her bathing facilities are comfortable for a man! She has 2 lovely heating stoves that kept us toasty warm and comfy as can be. We sipped hot vanilla tea upstairs in the cupola (the eggplant hued suede upholstered seats are gorgeous) and watched gigantic snowflakes race by in countless directions. Those are moments we will always treasure, and we thank you, Heidi, for being such a terrific and generous host, and giving us these memories as a gift. It would be very comfy in Ruby in the summer as well... we noticed there is excellent cross-ventilation with adjustable screened windows, and even air conditioning. The refrigerator, sink and Keurig coffeemaker are handy and the outdoor patio must be heavenly in the summer. Another good reason for us to return !! We hope everyone will visit Ruby, experience her 100 mile view (STUNNING !!!), feel her cozy comfort and her history and have the same unforgettable experience we enjoyed !! Thank you, Heidi, for your excellence as a host... we will remember you. :) Warmest Regards... Cat and Matt
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cute little caboose
really enjoyed our time in the red caboose. super cute. lots of history books to read heidi communicated everything we needed. the only thing in the winter. never turn off the heaters. we got home last night to 45 degrees. our mistake. all in all it was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D., Guerneville, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pure Magic!
This is one of my favorite stays, ever. Rustic yet super-clean, authentic, historic but modernized. Incredibly scenic and romantic. Cozy and completely decked out for the holidays. I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie M., Royal City, WA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay with Ruby
Such a cute and friendly place. I was even greeted by three deer when I first pulled up to stay. Wonderful place!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, North Las Vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ruby the Caboose is charming. Owners have done a fabulous job restoring it and making it a comfortable stay. Close to all VC has to offer and the wild horses are a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique/Historic Accommodations and Area
Heidi is an amazing host who provided excellent directions, easy access, and communicated throughout the process. This property is clean, and perfect for a get-away. The town is close by and abundant with history. Perfectly quiet, comfortable, and away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liane A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The red caboose
Such a charming place to stay, great attention to detailed. Very comfortable. We sat under the gazebo and drank out coffee in the morning. Great views too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

CLAY S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Great location, coolest place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenna, Carson City

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a unique experience. Plan to return with more time to soak it all in.
These owners have created such an amazing showpiece. Exceeded our expectations for sure. If you’re able to handle some stairs and have an (even slightly) adventurous spirit, you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

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