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Beautifully renovated vintage train car near I27, WTAMU and Palo Duro Canyon

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A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a window with a view of the countryside, and a rustic wooden wall.
A bed with a rainbow-colored blanket, two fluffy pillows, a framed painting of a sunset, and two wall-mounted lamps.
Exterior
A cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a green refrigerator. A wooden wall with a mounted deer head and a framed picture of a horse are visible.
A patio area with a fire pit table, two Adirondack chairs, and a grill.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Canyon, TX
  • Place, Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Kimbrough Memorial Stadium
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Palo Duro Canyon State Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Amarillo, TX (AMA-Rick Husband Amarillo Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area

About this property

Beautifully renovated vintage train car near I27, WTAMU and Palo Duro Canyon

Combination of old and new: Feel refreshed when you stay in this rustic gem. Located within minutes to both the Palo Duro Canyon and West Texas A&M University. SC can sleep 4 comfortably. The kitchenette is equipped with a modern amenities including a Cuisinart coffee maker, toaster, electric kettle, microwave and refrigerator with ice maker. The bathroom has extra amenities in case you forget something. The shower, which has exposed copper plumbing, is sure to impress. Outside there is a small patio with adirondack chairs and gas fire pit that over look the cattle pasture and the stunning Panhandle sunsets. There is a Blackstone grill if you want to cook a steak, burgers or maybe pancakes. There is a sandbox for little ones to play in and a fenced in back yard.

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
There is a $50/stay for pets
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not leave pets unattended

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3754994vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

About the area

Canyon

Located in Canyon, this cottage is in a rural area. Tex Randall Statue and The Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bar Z Winery and Cinemark Amarillo Hollywood 16. APAC Amarillo Performing Arts Center and Sports World are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like horse riding, hiking and hunting nearby.
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Canyon, TX

What's nearby

  • Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum - 14 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Southeast Park Dog Park - 15 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Kimbrough Memorial Stadium - 16 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Palo Duro Canyon State Park - 22 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Elkins Ranch - 22 min drive - 26.6 km

Getting around

  • Amarillo, TX (AMA-Rick Husband Amarillo Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Braum's Ice Cream & Dairy Stores - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pondaseta Pizza Co. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Honey Buzz Winery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully renovated vintage train car near I27, WTAMU and Palo Duro Canyon pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Beautifully renovated vintage train car near I27, WTAMU and Palo Duro Canyon?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautifully renovated vintage train car near I27, WTAMU and Palo Duro Canyon?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully renovated vintage train car near I27, WTAMU and Palo Duro Canyon?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully renovated vintage train car near I27, WTAMU and Palo Duro Canyon located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum, Southeast Park Dog Park and Tex Randall Statue. Kimbrough Memorial Stadium and Bar Z Winery are also within 9 miles (15 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. 46 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ellie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a cool place, and we had a fantastic stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teri E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a GREAT everything. It’s such a unique, comfortable and beautiful place.This was our second time to stay here and we love it. I hope our next stay can be longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gabriel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Becky has created a most memorable experience at the Super Chief. I read many previous visitors comments about the sunsets at the Super Chief and it did not disappoint. We thoroughly enjoyed our brief visit on our way to New Mexico. Thanks again Becky for your hospitality!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alice L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Becky was wonderful to work with! I was so very pleased with her attention to detail and amazing customer service. She went above and beyond.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying at Big Chief, and we honestly couldn't love it more. The surrounding land is gorgeous, complete with grand sunsets, horses, and baby donkeys! Our dogs love watching the other animals from the fenced area while we have our coffee in the Adirondack rockers. Well-stocked and efficiently arranged, Big Chief is cute and comfy. Thoughtful touches like a multi-device charging station and tasty snacks put this place over the top. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay, the place is so cute! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly and super clean! We really enjoyed this unique experience. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rene D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes the host was welcoming and amenities were great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely accomodating host, wonderful accomodations and very geneeous!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space, beautiful interior and great patio to enjoy the sunrise/sunset
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect spot to enjoy Palo Duro Canyon and close enough grab something to eat in Canyon. Picturesque views of frolicking horses and gentle donkeys. Great get away for peace away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Host gave excellent details, provided snacks and drinks. Very responsive. Top notch host!
Sunrise from the Bedroom window.
View from the patio
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Chief was the perfect place for our overnight stay as we were here for a wedding at Palo Duro. The place was immaculate and well organized. The pastoral setting was so nice compared to the chaos of a large city. It was nice to have the snack basket after the day’s drive. Overall a very pleasant experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Becky thinks of everything for your stay. The location is absolutely beautiful and very close to town while still being in the country. We will be staying here again without a doubt!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was top tier Texas farm living. The horses, donkeys and dogs were all friendly. The Chief caboose was just like the pictures. The sunset, moon and stars were simply amazing. The host was accommodating and gave a great alternate route back to Dallas that was much better than the major highways. Highly recommend to anyone who wants a unique stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cool & unique boxcar!Great hospitality & detail … the extras were great! Excellent location!Host friendly & attentive … will definitely share with fam& friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sky High

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great experience & Great Stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed, clean and cozy! Host was easy to communicate with and responded quickly. Pinning this stay to our favorites for future bookings! Easy drive to Palo Duro Canyon and the town of Canyon.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

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

Fun Place to Stay

Great place to stay and explore the area. Had everything we needed to be comfortable and enjoy our stay. Really enjoyed the skylights over the bed to see the stars at night!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So beautiful and serene. So many beautiful and well thought out details. Highly highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a cool little place, and lots of thoughtful touches like snacks and necessities. The host was great and even gave us local dining suggestions. Great view of the sunset from the porch. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our short time in the Super Chief was absolutely delightful! It was the perfect wind-down to a long road trip and capped off a day spent hiking in the Canyon. We enjoyed a beautiful Texas sunset with a sweet pup, and were greeted with a gorgeous sunrise upon departure. I wish our time had been longer but I can’t wait to come back to stay again and to explore the Canyon even more. It’s like Texas’ best kept secret! Our host was wonderfully responsive, and the property was even better than the description.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger G.

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

Canyon

The Super Chief was a great place to stay on our way up to Colorado. It is well equipped and comfortable. We loved the patio with an excellent view of the sunset.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Fantastic find!

We LOVED our stay at the railcar! This was a fantastic find and perfect for our family of 4. My boys (kids) loved that we were staying somewhere different than a hotel. Our host was very responsive and welcoming! We will definitely stay here next time we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith E.

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

Rail car

Really nice, enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a stunning little extremely comfortable 1 bedroom to stay in. It was easy to find and access, the hosts were extremely responsive and positive. Somehow they built this so that every space feels both cozy and spacious at the same time. We just sat on the sofa and looked at the landscape until the sun went down, then we moved to the deck chairs and stared at the stars. We were looking for something quiet- to get away from the city. This was perfect, the nearest neighbors were the RV park and we heard nothing from them. There are a few nearby houses, but what we mostly heard was the Donkeys, horses and birds. It was an ideal base to be able to explore Palo Duro Canyon, Buffalo Lake National Wildlife Refuge, Canyon, Amarillo and Vega. We didn't bring pets but the canine hosts were friendly and it's obviously set up for those who do bring dogs. Highly recommend this place for a quiet peaceful escape.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

About the host

Hosted by Becky Meyring

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After 20 + years of pharmaceutical sales in the Texas Panhandle and then 10 years managing an equestrian facility in Colorado, I retired and moved back to Texas. I love remodeling old buildings, so when the opportunity to buy SC came along, I jumped on it. SC may be my favorite so far. I also raise a few horses, try and show reining horses when I can and I love pretty much all dogs.

Why they chose this property

The Super Chief was a streamlined passenger train operated by the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway from Chicago, Ill to Los Angeles, CA from 1938 to 1971. Super Chief leaves behind a legacy of being a luxurious, efficient passenger lines to cross the western plains. As I renovated this refrigerated boxcar, I wanted to keep that legacy alive and create a space that combines the spirit of the west with modern day conveniences.

Guests are welcome to pet horses and donkeys if and when they come up to the fence. I would appreciate it if you didn't cross into their pasture though.

The property is in the "country" so to speak. There are horses and donkeys in the pasture. 4 dogs live here as well. They are all very friendly. More often than not, they will watch you drive in and then go back to taking their naps at the house. Horney toads, lizards and a random snake may appear from time to time in the summer. You may hear the occasional coyote howling at night in the distance.

What makes this property unique

SC is approximately 11 miles from the Palo Duro Canyon State Park. It is just 2 miles from I27 that runs from Amarillo to Lubbock, TX and is 4.5 miles from West Texas A&M University. EC sits on eastern edge of 70 acres were you will likely see several horses and miniature donkeys out grazing. Although, most of the Texas Panhandle is not known for its scenery, if you look west in the evenings you are sure to catch a beautiful sunset that stretches on and on.

There is ample parking in front of the boxcar after you pull in driveway.

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