Sleep in a caboose: see bison outside the caboose

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A snow-covered train car with a staircase leading to a platform, surrounded by snow-laden trees.
An outdoor setting with a fire pit, picnic tables, string lights, and a red umbrella.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets and a central island, a dining area with a bench and red cushions, and a window with a view of greenery.
A kitchen with a microwave, oven, and sink. There are shelves with dishes and a sign that says 'BISTRO'.
A narrow corridor with a wooden floor, a red curtain, and a sign that reads 'Do Not Hump' on a white door.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Pigeon River

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Clyde, NC
  • Place, Pigeon River
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Cataloochee Valley
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Clyde

Located in Clyde, this holiday home is in the mountains. LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography and Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Shelton House and Colonial Theater. Waynesville Recreation Center and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds are also worth visiting.
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Map
Clyde, NC

What's nearby

  • Pigeon River - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 16 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 42 min drive - 61.0 km
  • Cataloochee Valley - 47 min drive - 25.7 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 55 min drive - 58.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Haywood 209 Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sherrill's Pioneer Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Ben’s Backdraft BBQ - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sleep in a caboose: see bison outside the caboose pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Sleep in a caboose: see bison outside the caboose?

As of 28 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sleep in a caboose: see bison outside the caboose on 28 Feb 2027 start from £255, 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.

What time is check-in at Sleep in a caboose: see bison outside the caboose?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sleep in a caboose: see bison outside the caboose?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sleep in a caboose: see bison outside the caboose located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Pigeon River and within 9 miles (15 km) of Haywood County Public Library and Blue Ridge Health - Haywood. Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very family friendly stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great place....if you had kids they would love it...us adults loved it too...the caboose we stayed in was just like a house inside...lots to see and do there..very clean inside and hosts would do anything for you to make sure your stay was enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May 2026
Thank you for your review! Cheryl
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and wonderful host. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Feb 2026
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very Nice Stay

Very Nice Stay we brought our 2 dogs who loved watching the animals on the farm.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2025
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a unique experience. Not only was the stay in a caboose all it was hyped up to be, the location was wonderful. Quick access to cute animals like goats, bunnies, pigeons and tiny horses not to mention the bison farm. Right next door is a wonderful little shop and game room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing venue for our 3 year old. The only downside was telling her we eventually had to go back home.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2026
Thank you for your review! We appreciate it. Cheryl
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay for families

We enjoyed the atmosphere of the train car and the access to the animals on the property. Fun for the whole family!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul 2025
Thak you for your review. We appreciate it! Cheryl
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! My son loved watching the bison.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2023
Thank you & we appreciate your review. Cheryl
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host, Charlotte, was FANTASTIC and responsive. Such a fun and unique stay for our family of 4 plus a furry friend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2025
Thank you for your review! Cheryl
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun place

We enjoyed it, great scenery.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2023
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Our boys loved it. Great property.

Great for kids.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2023
Thanks! Glad to hear you enjoyed our caboose!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a fun and unique place to stay in the mountains! The owners were so accommodating and welcoming. We enjoyed watching the bison and other animals, playing air hockey, and exploring the ranch.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our trip with the views of the buffalos. My son enjoyed sleeping in the loft bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2025
Thank you for your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had so much fun surprising our kids (toddlers) with staying overnight in a caboose on a bison farm! We definitely would like to come back with more family.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect country getaway

The kids loved seeing all the animals. The caboose was very comfortable and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2023
Thanks Kathleen, Glad you all enjoyed our caboose & property! We appreciate you taking time to leave us a review! Cheryl
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome stay home on the range

Came to Maggie Valley for a car show and couldn't have chosen a better place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2023
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed your stay. Cheryl
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The caboose was a hit with my kids. It was clean and neat uoon arrival. The animals were the best part. Can't wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely beautiful!

The caboose is beautifully done and is in the perfect setting!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2023
Thanks Dana. SO glad you all enjoyed your stay! Cheryl
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This caboose stay was perfect for my train lover. We traveled as a family and there was something for all of us to enjoy. We got to feed theini horses, talked to the other barn animals, watched llamas, hiked to the playground, and admired the cabooses they had. The owner communicated with us frequently and was very friendly. The game room and store were perfect additions for us to enjoy. It was so fun waking up to seeing the bison grazing and playing in the field from our beds. We had so much fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2026
Thank you for taking time to leave us a review. Cheryl
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great area

Quiet and folks are very friendly. Great view of the Bison from the Caboose. Took lots of pictures of Elk at Cataloochee valley.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2023
So glad you all enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun

Was a unique vacation experience
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb 2025
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Caboose stay

We so loved our stay and the kids especially loved all the animals around to see and pet! The host was great and we were able to get buffalo steaks and eggs from there night there on the property for our meals! Will definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2024
Thanks for the review! Glad you enjoyed your stay. Cheryl
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location quiet space

This a is a really unique and cozy place to stay. The location is super beautiful and extremely quiet. And who knew there would be alpacas, a mini horse, a mini donkey, goats, chickens, a turkey and the friendliest rabbits I've ever met? It was perfect for my husband and me and our teen son.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2023
Thank you for your 5 star review! Glad you all enjoyed your stay at Buffalo Creek Vacations. Cheryl
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super cool

We stayed one night prior to dropping daughter off to a nearby summer camp. Loved the property and the caboose was perfect for the two of us! Haywood cafe down the street has the best coconut cream pie!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2025
Thank you for your review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Bison Ranch

This was an incredible experience. The caboose was clean and everyone was very friendly. The animals were the best part of the experience. I recommend helping as much as possible with feeding the animals and really immersing yourself in the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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