The Fugitive movie caboose, walk to downtown

Train in Bryson City, North Carolina

  1. 4 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 4 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Brenda
  1. Superhost
  2. 10 years hosting

Listing highlights

30-min drive to Great Smoky Mountains National Park

This home is near the national park.

24-hour self check-in

Check yourself in with the keypad whenever you arrive.

Beautiful and walkable

Guests say this area is scenic and it’s easy to get around.
This is the actual caboose from the Harrison Ford train wreck in The Fugitive. P&WV #839 rode the rails, starred in a blockbuster, and now you can sleep in it. Downtown Bryson City is less than a 10-minute walk: restaurants, breweries, and the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Four twin bunks, a full bathroom, a kitchenette, and a private deck. Park when you arrive and walk to everything. During the holidays you're steps from the Polar Express. On a lucky night, you'll hear rain on the metal roof.

The space
Mornings here start on the deck with coffee and the town waking up below you, the mountains rising behind it.
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Inside, the caboose keeps its original hardwood floors and railroad details. It's a real piece of history, compact and full of character, not a polished hotel room.
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There are four twin bunks, two lower and two upper reached by ladder. The two upper bunks have windows that look out over the town and the mountains. The twin mattresses are comfortable. The bathroom is full size and roomy, with space to store gear and get ready. The kitchenette has a mini fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. There's a TV, and the caboose is climate controlled year round, so it stays cozy on cold mountain nights.
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Outside, the private deck has seating, and there's a shared fire pit and a hammock.
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Nearby:
- Downtown shops, restaurants, and breweries: about a 5-minute walk
- Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Polar Express depot: about a 10-minute walk
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park: 3.3 miles
- Harrah's Cherokee Casino: 13 miles
- Nantahala Outdoor Center: 13.3 miles
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In the evening there's the fire pit, fireflies in the yard on the right night, and the sound of the train pulling into the depot down the hill.

Guest access
- Entire caboose with four twin bunks
- Full bathroom with shower
- Kitchenette
- Private deck with seating
- Shared fire pit and hammock
- WiFi
- TV
- Free parking on site

Other things to note
Kitchenette:
No plates, cups, utensils, or cookware are provided. Bring what you need for any food you plan to eat here, pick it up at the local stores, or plan on takeout.
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Bunks and access:
The two upper bunks are reached by a ladder with metal rungs and sit up high, so they may not suit young children or anyone uncomfortable with heights. There are also a few steps up to the deck and into the caboose.
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What to expect:
This is a real train car built in the early 1940s. It's compact, the original wood shows its age, and like any older space in the mountains, an occasional bug may find its way in. If you appreciate real history and rustic character over polish, you'll love it.
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Internet:
WiFi is provided through Starlink. Cell signal in the mountains can be inconsistent, so the WiFi is your most reliable connection.
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Parking:
The driveway is gravel and can be slick after heavy rain.
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Nearby construction:
The local library down the road is being renovated, so you may notice some daytime construction during standard business hours.
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Other building on the property:
A separate cottage shares the property. You have your own deck, parking, and entrance. The fire pit and picnic table in the front yard are shared. The spaces are otherwise separate, but guests may see each other outdoors.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

City skyline view
Fast wifi – 103 Mbps
Free parking on premises
TV with Roku
Central air conditioning

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Rated 4.88 out of 5 from 463 reviews.

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Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 90% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 8% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 1% of reviews
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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Bryson City, North Carolina, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

Bryson City is a town of about 1,500 people with more stop signs than stoplights. The Tuckasegee River runs right through downtown, and most of what you'll want is within a few blocks: breweries, a chocolate shop, an ice cream parlor, a small aquarium, a fly fishing museum, and a street art mural trail you can walk in an afternoon. The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad departs from the downtown depot. It's the kind of place where you park the car and don't think about it again until you head out to the trails.

Meet your host

Superhost
2,379 reviews
4.85 out of 5 average rating
10 years of hosting
Speaks English
Lives in Whittier, North Carolina
I'm excited you're making a trip into my neck of the woods and I'm looking forward to sharing my hometown with you. I hope to offer a unique getaway with our authentic caboose turned tiny house; it's so cozy I want to move into it myself! Horseback riding, walking, and inner tubing in the National Park are some of my favorite local activities. Whatever brings you this way, I will do my best to give you a great vacation!

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  • Gavin

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
Heights without rails or protection
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm