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Beautifully Renovated Yellow Union Pacific Caboose, Tehachapi Overlooking Cable

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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4400 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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Tehachapi, CA
  • Place, Tehachapi Depot Railroad Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Tehachapi Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Tehachapi City Park
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette

About this property

Beautifully Renovated Yellow Union Pacific Caboose, Tehachapi Overlooking Cable

This beautiful caboose, built in September1955, has been completely restored/renovated with its own private driveway, and perched on a bluff in Tehachapi overlooking the train tracks at Cable. Outside you will find a large wrap around porch to enjoy the 180-degree view of The Eastern Sierras, up to 40 freight trains per day winding their way through the canyon below and gorgeous sunrise/sunsets along with the abundance of wildlife. Retrofitting the space outfitted with modern amenities such as a full size 1.75-bathroom, bedroom with queen size bed and kitchen outfitted with electric stove, microwave, oven and a large refrigerator. Blending the comforts of home with a historical significance, this unique tiny home offers a truly special experience. The property has its own hiking/mountain bike trail down into the canyon to explore and experience more trails with access to the historic Loop and Downtown 3 mi

The Caboose is located conveniently near the 58 freeway, close to the historical town of Tehachapi. Within a 20-min drive, you can visit one of the 5 Local Wineries, 3 Breweries, Glider Airport, Mountain Bike/Hiking Trails and the famous Tehachapi Loop. Downtown offers our famous Tehachapi Depot, Bakery and many choices of Dining.

-You have your own private driveway, part concrete and part gravel.
-Due to the authenticity of the caboose, access egress limitations could apply
-Wildlife is abundant. Be mindful we are in their elements.
-Mountain climate is broad from all aspects, prepare and pack accordingly
-NO smoking or open flames/fires due to the hillside sage
-Trains and train horns are frequent
-No control of train schedules
-Internet provided by an T Mobil "Hotspot". Bring your own viewing devices. No TV's inside caboose

If it's something unique you are looking for or you are just a train enthusiast, this is the spot for you. Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/tehachapiyellowcaboose/

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17
Supervision highly emphasized.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Tehachapi

Tehachapi is home to this vacation home. Tehachapi Loop and Cesar E. Chavez National Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Triassic Legacy Vineyards and Souza Family Vineyards.
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Tehachapi, CA

What's nearby

  • Tehachapi Depot Railroad Museum - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Tehachapi Museum - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Tehachapi City Hall - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Guild of Tehachapi Hospital - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Tehachapi City Park - 5 min drive - 5.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪TK Pizza & Pasta - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Local Craft Beer - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully Renovated Yellow Union Pacific Caboose, Tehachapi Overlooking Cable pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautifully Renovated Yellow Union Pacific Caboose, Tehachapi Overlooking Cable?

As of Mar 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautifully Renovated Yellow Union Pacific Caboose, Tehachapi Overlooking Cable on Apr 5, 2026 start from $204, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautifully Renovated Yellow Union Pacific Caboose, Tehachapi Overlooking Cable?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully Renovated Yellow Union Pacific Caboose, Tehachapi Overlooking Cable?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully Renovated Yellow Union Pacific Caboose, Tehachapi Overlooking Cable located?

Situated in Tehachapi, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Tehachapi Depot Railroad Museum, Guild of Tehachapi Hospital, and Tehachapi Museum. Tehachapi City Hall is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

hector c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were seeking privacy, and seclusion while being close to everything. We cant wait to return
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent accommodations. Highly recommend. Well-appointed. Hosts were friendly. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brigid G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Yellow Caboose is a great place to stay! The amenities were perfect for my husband and I as we spent a few nights here after we got married in town. My husband is a railfan and he loved having the scanner inside that helped alert us to inbound trains. We enjoyed having our meals at the table in the kitchen and outside on the deck watching trains go by. The searchlight signal was especially fun when we sat outside and enjoyed the stars. The directions and instructions from the Janine and Dan were very clear and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very unique and incredibly fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place to stay for a railfan. Perfect and comfortable views from inside and out. It is an obvious labor love renovating this historic caboose. It's just a few miles from the Tehachapi Loop. However, we enjoyed the viewing from the deck even more. It was nice to have a Keurig machine for morning coffee. The queen bed is comfortable, enough that I didn't have to move to the cupola because of my twitchy hubby. The rolling umbrella on the deck made it wonderfully comfortable. We also saw many bird varieties and mule deer. It will be quite the memory for my railfan.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an awesome place for anyone who enjoys trains and watching them roll past daily. The caboose is done so nicely and what a treat it was. The entire experience is one that will be hard to top!! It’s a must go and experience for all train buffs!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our 2 night stay in the caboose. It was clean and spotless inside with everything you need to stay for a couple of days. There was a lot of rail traffic both day and night which is great if you are a railfan like me. We would absolutely stay here again should we ever visit Tehachapi in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

For the train enthusiasts

This stay was a surprise for our son who has been obsessed with trains and the Tehachapi Loop is at the top for him. What an experience and one we will never forget. The caboose was perfect for us along with the details and hosts being available if needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun done right!

Love how they have turned this caboose into a wonderful getaway! The kids loved staying up on the cupola and we all loved the porch for watching trains and playing games. The decor is lovely and the caboose is clean. The kitchen was great for making dinner. The bathroom/shower was bigger than expected. Love the privacy of the while place. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay at the Caboose

The caboose is beautifully renovated and makes a perfect place to hang out and watch trains in a great location. We look forward to coming back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Casey Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot to layover

We loved the caboose, it was spotless and comfortable. It is also within sight and sound of the very active train tracks. Ear plugs were provided which helped but it was not easy to sleep. We don’t happen to be train enthusiasts but if you are this is the perfect place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

My girls loved the loft. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorenza H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in the Yellow Caboose!

Unique experience staying in the yellow caboose! It’s located on a hill that overlooks the train tracks and from afar you can see the traffic on hwy 58. The deck is perfect for sitting and enjoying the wildlife (deer) and for birdwatching. Indoors everything is perfectly furnished and immaculately clean. It’s a cozy VRBO and we’d book it again. Hosts respond quickly to any questions which was very much appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful experience and lots of trains

We had a wonderful stay at the Yellow Union Pacific Caboose. We found it to have everything we needed and very clean. Communication with host was great. Highly recommend if you are looking for a unique experience and love trains.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DeeAnne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique and Comfy!

The Yellow Caboose will be a trip we always remember! It was such a fun area for my train buff, but I enjoyed it as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique, Clean and Amazing Host

100% recommended. Loved the novelty of staying in a caboose, but it’s more than meets the eye. Super well done, clean and well kept. We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best hosts ever

This was an amazing stay!! We loved the train and the hosts. The location was clean and the hosts thought of everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Little Something Different!

The caboose is a wonderful place to stay, cean and interesting with such attention to detail and easy communication. We plan to return!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!

Hands down the best property we’ve stayed at. Easy check in and checkout. The caboose was great! Treats and ear plugs were a great touch. Was my wife’s birthday weekend and the owners left her a birthday card. We loved our stay and will definitely do it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

B Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Impressive

Great view of trains passing by Delightful tiny home with creature comforts
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

49th Wedding Anniversary

Such a wonderful experience. The caboose was converted with accurate detail to history. It would be a wonderful place to visit for train buffs! There is even a radio inside that picks up current transmissions between train engineers as they go by on the track below. The deck on the evening provides cool breezes and a nice view. This one is a winner!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Place!

This place is amazing. Perfectly designed and constructed. Every inch of this place is so well done. It’s a perfect Tehachapi experience too. The owners are organized and thorough, which made the whole trip so easy. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tami H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cabose

It was a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hank B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellence in the Art of Repurposing History

The Caboose is the very definition of “repurposed” when it comes to Art, History and modern day comforts of home all in one unique package. The hosts Dan & Janine really went all-out to refurbish the Caboose into a very comfortable and modern living space, but kept all the authentic features of a genuine train caboose! This is the place for both nature lovers and those who appreciate the trains and trucks on the highway that deliver America's economy. Safe, private, comfortable and very relaxing, this Caboose is unique on VRBO. We film nightscapes, and despite the light-pollution of LA nearby, the dark skies of Tehachapi were beautiful. We have a video that "You" can see on the "Tube" called Tehachapi Caboose if you want to see more of this beautiful rental. We loved the place and the hosts. This is really the ideal retreat for a couple who wants to get away from town. Thanks again Dan & Janine for your hospitality and great efforts making this rental so pleasurable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique Experience

This is a wonderful place to stay with pretty views. So much care and attention has been put into transforming the caboose into a unique experience. The place is very clean, the bed so comfortable, and communication pleasurable. The large deck is an added bonus. Bring binoculars if you enjoy bird watching. Whether you are a train enthusiast or not make sure to visit the Tehachapi Loop.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Dan and Janine Tufts

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Growing up around trains with my dad being the influencer, the caboose was my favorite part of the train. Now living next to one of the busier railroad main lines in the country (Union Pacific owned, BNSF shared) ,my wife and I owning our own Caboose idea came to mind when a local short-line was selling off some of their rolling stock. Ex-Union Pacific CA-6 Caboose #25322 built in September of '55 spent most of its working career in Kansas, Colorado, Utah And Idaho.
We couldn't have imagined having our own caboose, but as the wheels start spinning (no pun intended), the idea snow balled into a reality. Initial intent was to do an exterior make-over to bring it back to life. Well, that simple idea didn't last very long as friends would come over suggesting how the location, nostalgia, and the many others out there from all ages with the same railroad interest, -'This has to be shared!' So the complete overhaul began to what we can now offer as a comfortable, relaxing stay to create memories with family of friends.

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