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A unique sleeper train carriage near Bathurst that's off the rails!

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A neatly made bed with a grey bedspread, two rolled white towels, and a pink throw blanket.
A compact kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a wooden table with a jar of granola and strawberries, and a yellow toaster.
A modern RV with a red door, a covered patio area with outdoor seating, and a lush garden in the foreground.
A wooden table with a notebook, a glass jar with cookies, and a salt shaker.
A garden with a wooden pergola structure, surrounded by lush greenery and white flowers.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits

    Top-rated for families.
5 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Perthville, NSW
  • Place, National Motor Racing Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Charles Sturt University
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bathurst, NSW (BHS)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

A unique sleeper train carriage near Bathurst that's off the rails!

Seldon Park Train Carriage Getaway!
Thoughtfully refurbished by Chris & Robyn retaining classic features that will delight train enthusiasts, whilst delivering all the comforts you would expect from a trip away.
Whether you’re a train lover, wanting a unique holiday for the family, or a history buff this is one experience you’ll never forget.
Immerse yourself in nature while watching the sunset on our beautifully designed deck or morning coffee with the amazing bird life.
Perthville is a small village situated 8ks outside of the beautiful city of Bathurst "the car racing capital of NSW" A walk around the village is a-must with some wonderful old buildings, church, school and a fabulous working bluestone pub, A new public tennis court/basketball court are on offer if you are wanting some exercise!
Further a field you will find the historical village of Rockley, a fabulous refurbished Pub in O'Connell, Cold climate winerys. A must for the garden enthusiast just 40km away, is Australia's largest privately owned, cool climate gardens "Mayfield Garden"
Not forgetting the endless list of exciting things to see and do in Bathurst itself! We have a full list and brochures in the carriage.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights

Check out time is 11am so you can relax with a coffee on the deck 🚂

Leave the keys inside the carriage please 🚂

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 39959962472
Property # 9846116
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

About the area

Perthville

Perthville is home to A unique sleeper train carriage near Bathurst that's off the rails! . Vale Creek Winery and Mount Panorama Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ray Morcom Reserve and Boundary Road Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Bathurst Rail Museum, or check out an event or a game at Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit.
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Perthville, NSW

What's nearby

  • Ray Morcom Reserve - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Chifley Home - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • National Motor Racing Museum - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Charles Sturt University - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit - 10 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Bathurst Station - 14 min drive
  • Bathurst, NSW (BHS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oxford Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Reckless Brewing Co. - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wishbone Chicken & Ribs - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Venue Cafe Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Panthers Bathurst - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A unique sleeper train carriage near Bathurst that's off the rails! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A unique sleeper train carriage near Bathurst that's off the rails! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A unique sleeper train carriage near Bathurst that's off the rails! ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A unique sleeper train carriage near Bathurst that's off the rails! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful hosts and we felt at home in the train.The kids loved the train, the dogs and the property. Such a beautiful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property ! Train carriage has a fun vibe and enough space for 9 people
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

clean friendly close to classic country pub

thumbs up
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr, 2025
Thanks Tracy great to meet you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Train Carriage in Bathurst

We had the best time during our stay! The photos don’t do it justice. My family including 3 kids aged between 8-12 enjoyed our time so much we didn’t want to leave to see the sights each day. Would definitely love to come back again and we highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul, 2025
Hi Tracy We are glad you enjoyed our carriage we loved having you and your lovely family😊 Hope to see you again 🚂🚂🚂
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Holiday for our young family

Our kids loved staying here, they loved playing with the dogs, watching the chickens, and sleeping in a TRAIN! Despite it being freezing outside, the carriage was cosy, and surprisingly child-friendly with not too many things to hideaway from little hands.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2024
Thanks for visiting it was lovely to meet you and your family! Thanks for the lovely review 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

We had an excellent stay in the beautiful converted sleeper carriage. I like the fact that the original fittings are almost all still in place; it really felt like the train was about to pull out from the station.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sleeping in a train carriage

We had a great time staying here whilst we were visiting family.We weren't cold at all even though we stayed in the middle of winter as there was heating all throughout the carriage and extra blankets if needed. Everything was converted/ upgraded to a high quality and we were very happy to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just right

5 stars all round! Our short stay was above the quality we had hoped, hosts were lovely and have us all the space and privacy the beautiful countryside could afford, and sleep was dreamy and undisturbed. Felt right at home although far away :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov, 2023
Fabulous guests! Leaving the carriage lovely clean and tidy! Thankyou so much welcome to come anytime Regards Robyn
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Something out of the ordinary

Eldest child loves trains so decided to indulge him in a stay here. Host was amazing, train exactly as presented. Delightful and peaceful but not far from town. Would highly recommend when you want some quirky accomodation to relax and recharge at.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct, 2024
Hi Ros thanks for your great review we loved meeting you and your family, very happy you enjoyed it regards Robyn and Chris
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The most wonderful place

This lovely place exceeded our expectations. The sleeper carriage is amazing and beautifully set up for visitors. It was such fun and so comfortable. Robyn is the best of hosts and has such attention to detail. From sitting out under the canopy enjoying the view to sleeping in beautiful linen sheets. The character of the train has been preserved without compromising on comfort. Cannot recommend more enthusiastically.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec, 2023
Hi Margaret a big thank you to you and Kylie! Thanks for leaving the carriage so beautifully, clean and tidy. you are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A magical stay in a converted train carriage

We had the most wonderful weekend staying in Robyn's & Chris converted train carriage.From the moment we arrived, the charm and character of the carriage made it feel so special - like a hidden gem tucked away in the most beautiful surroundings. Robyn added so many thoughtful touches throughout, from a lovely welcome sign to the old suitcases used to style the property.The kids were absolutely thrilled. Sleeping in a train was a big novelty and they loved exploring and pretending to be on an actual train trip.They also fell in love with the two beautiful dogs, Max & Roy. We left with big smiles and beautiful memories and cant recommend this property enough. Its perfect for everyone looking for a unique, heartwarming getaway!We will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2025
Hello Corina thank you for such a fabulous review, its made us happy to see you and you lovely family enjoy your stay, would love to see you again regards Robyn and Chris
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An absolute gem

We loved the train carriage with its gorgeous mix of old train charm and modern furnishings. Lush linen sheets and covers, vibrant Ausralian print cushions and pops of colour by way of sunny yellow toaster and kettle.The hosts were amazing, great communication, friendly chats, super relaxed and accomodating including fresh baked anzac biscuits that were irresistable down to the last crumb. We barbequed on the deck, gazed at the milky way so clear away from the city lights, ate at the locals pub down the road wtih cold drinks and generoud pub food.We loved the chooks and the resident dogs Max and Roy who love everyone and greet you at the gate.Must do country experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb, 2025
Hi Paul and Jo thanks so much for that amazing review! Chris and I would so love to see you again, Would I be able to use your review on my insta? regards Robyn and Chris

About the host

Hosted by Robyn

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WELCOME! Greetings from your hosts, Robyn & Chris.

When Chris proposed his wild train idea, Robyn enthusiastically agreed, saying 'YES, let's do it!' The quest for the perfect carriage began, and soon enough, a carriage was being craned into Seldon Park, marking the start of an incredible journey.

The real work kicked off with Chris the Carpenter leading the construction, while Robyn rallied friends and family for painting and plumbing tasks. With Robyn's expertise in styling and dressmaking, the carriage was transformed from an old decommissioned Queenslander into a delightful and quirky getaway train.
While adding mod cons we have kept the sleeper carriage very original, with 4 perfectly intact double bunk sleeper rooms,
we took out a wall to add a double bedroom. Then another to save the small but quirky guards kitchen! Then came the deck! the perfect space to BBQ while enjoying the beautiful exhibited gardens, Orchard, Trains rolling by, views towards Bathurst and beyond. The sunset and stars are a wonder to behold!

Slowly but surely, the carriage took shape, promising a wonderful experience. We are thrilled to share our creation with you and hope that you enjoy it as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

We have owned Seldon Park for 11 years and have spent that time renovating both the house and the property. We love the ambience of our 20 Acres with Orchid providing a perfect space to sit in nature and an abundance of fruit during Summer, Robyns garden has established and was exhibited in the Bathurst Spring Spectacular in 2023 with 8 hundred visitors over the October weekend! If you a garden lover Robyn will be happy to give you a tour! Perthville itself is a lovely peaceful village perfect for a walk in the crisp morning air, it boasts an old world bluestone pub perfect for a cold beer and classic pub food!
Bathurst is only 8kms away with so much to see and do giving you the best of both country and city life!

What makes this property unique

Seldon Park is a relaxing country retreat, escape the hustle & bustle and enjoy the country lifestyle on this unique refurbished train carriage. Chris & Robyn have restored the train carriage retaining classic features, whilst adding all the modern comforts you'd expect on a trip away. Whether you’re a train lover, green thumb, history buff or simply want a unique holiday for the family, the Seldon Park Train Carriage is a once in a lifetime getaway.

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