Little Red Caboose with a View in the Scenic Columbia River Gorge
About this space Our little red caboose is located in the Columbia Gorge Scenic area, just 20 miles east of Portland, OR, and just a few miles east of Troutdale. It has its own bathroom with shower and a kitchenette, a queen bed in the main area & a double bed in the cupola. The caboose rests on 7+ acres, with a beautiful view, in a private park-like setting. There is lots to do in the area, hiking, biking, windsurfing, shopping and music and art events. There are also great restaurants and food carts in nearby Troutdale. The space A completely renovated, authentic railroad caboose, on a short piece of railroad track, resting on 7+ acres in the Columbia River Gorge, with a scenic view. The caboose has its own bathroom with shower and a kitchenette, a queen bed in the main area & a double bed in the cupola. There is a private deck off of the caboose, and a private picnic and campfire area next to the caboose. Guest access Complete and private use of the caboose, which has its own bathroom and kitchenette, as well as its own private picnicking and campfire space just outside of the caboose, and a private deck off of the back of the caboose. Cell phone reception is very good at our hill top location and there is also Wi Fi available. The TV has a fire-stick which can access Amazon Prime, etc and there are DVDs available in the caboose, including proclaimed top 10 train movies. Laundry facilities in the main house can be made available upon request and advance notice. Other things to note Sleeping in the cupola (2nd sleeping area) requires climbing up a ladder. The bed in the cupola is a 4' wide, 7' long, with 2 layers of 4" thick foam mattress. The caboose is often unavailable December through February, due to the winter weather conditions on the bluff where it is located.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please: check for personal items under bed, in drawers, etc. Use paper bag to separate recyclables from garbage, Remove food particles from sink. Turn everything off & lock door behind you. Thanks!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Supervision for children is required for their safety, especially for cupola, ladder to cupola, campfire and near horse area.
Smoking (of any sort) is NOT allowed inside the caboose, on caboose deck or in fields. Smoking IS allowed next to campfire area, receptacles provided.
Guests may not book for more than 5 days without sending a request first. Thank you!
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Property # 3274987vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Cashless transactions are available
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Troutdale
Located in Troutdale, this holiday home is in a rural area. Lakeside Gardens and Fircrest Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Columbia Gorge Premium Outlets and Mall 205. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Washougal Motocross Park, or consider a night out at McMenamins Edgefield. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
Portland International Airport (PDX) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Love's Travel Stop - 11 min drive
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Troutdale Station Food Carts - 9 min drive
Black Rock Coffee Bar - 10 min drive
Dairy Queen - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Little Red Caboose with a View in the Scenic Columbia River Gorge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Little Red Caboose with a View in the Scenic Columbia River Gorge?
As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Red Caboose with a View in the Scenic Columbia River Gorge on 1 Nov 2026 start from £268, 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 at Little Red Caboose with a View in the Scenic Columbia River Gorge?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Little Red Caboose with a View in the Scenic Columbia River Gorge?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Little Red Caboose with a View in the Scenic Columbia River Gorge?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Little Red Caboose with a View in the Scenic Columbia River Gorge located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is steps from Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sandy River and Lewis and Clark State Recreation Site. Glenn Otto Community Park and Troutdale Methodist Episcopal Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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This is an excellent property and the owners were amazing, we even got freshly baked bread. This is a 10 out of 10 if your are looking for a place close to Portland
So many amazing and sweet little details. Great communication, they definitely go above and beyond. Very comfortable stay. My favorite part was the porch. They were still here in area. I could sit with it. Raining stay dry, which is my happy place.
The little red caboose was an amazing place to stay with relaxing atmosphere. It had all the amenities and more. The freshly made chocolate chip cookies were a great touch. We were extremely happy with our stay here and will be back next time we visit Oregon.
We absolutely loved our stay in this charming little red caboose! It has been so thoughtfully refurbished into a cozy vacation rental, complete with a small kitchen and bathroom—and the cupola was such a fun and unique sleeping spot for our daughter, Katelyn.We happened to stay during probably one of the hottest weeks of the year in Troutdale, but the little air-conditioning unit did a surprisingly good job of keeping the caboose comfortable. One of our favorite things was the porch built right off the caboose. The views were absolutely beautiful and bucolic—it was such a peaceful place to sit and enjoy the surroundings as well as use the outdoor grill for our dinner one of the nights. Jennifer and Phil were wonderful hosts. We especially appreciated the simple, healthy and thoughtful breakfast foods they left for our four-day stay.Communication was great, Jennifer and Phil were friendly and helpful, and the caboose itself was such a fun and memorable place to stay. We were there Wednesday through Sunday and truly loved our time there. We would absolutely stay again!
Jennifer and Phil are very gracious hosts. The caboose met our needs and wants perfectly. Check-in was easy and the place is clean and very quaint. We had no issues. We will stay here again.
This is a wonderful place. Quiet, comfortable and clean. 15 year old girls loved the upstairs nook. Host was super friendly and left treats and a note upon our arrival. Would stay again.
It was a wonderful weekend escape so great for solo or couples. Jennifer provides the small touches that sets the caboose apart from other blaze short term rentals. Wonderful place would stay and recommend again especially for solace seekers
We loved our stay in the Red Caboose! It is the perfect size for two of us and everything is very clean and nicely maintained. The property absolutely could not be more beautiful and we enjoyed sitting on the nice covered deck every day and looking over the hills. They have the cutest little farmstand with delicious organic pears and grapes and more from their orchard, too! We will definitely be back again to stay!
My partner and I had an excellent time at the caboose. It was relaxing and quiet. Jennifer had left some thoughtful touches that really made us feel at home.
We loved everything about the location and the caboose. The property was gorgeous and we got to feed the horses. The views are amazing. Jennifer and Phil were the best hosts ever.
We loved our stay in the red caboose! It was the perfect amount of space for the 2 of us, especially with the lovely attached deck and outside space. Everything was well thought out with lots of cleverly designed touches to make the space very functional and comfortable. The property and surrounding area are so absolutely stunning! We hope to be back to stay again!
We loved the little red caboose! It was the perfect getaway just right outside of the city. Jennifer was a great host as well. Next time we are visiting Portland we will definitely be staying there again!
Very cute spot with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Easy to access and simple instructions, a unique interior with a very cool exterior. Host was easy to communicate with, left some home grown fruit in the kitchen as well.
I stayed here with my family and we had an amazing time. The hosts were really helpful and accommodating and the property was absolutely stunning! They had cornhole and other games for evening fun before we hung out around the campfire. I am definitely going to book this property again.
The Little Red Caboose is adorable, clean and had everything we needed. The property is beautiful!
We highly recommend and we plan on returning.
Rated 10/10 stars.
We had the best time here. It’s gorgeous and just outside of Portland. Easy to get to from the airport. Beautiful view with excellent host. The host makes you feel welcome and leaves special treats and makes sure you have everything you need for the morning. Thanks to the hosts!