Cabin in Fancy Gap, VA

#042 - Authentic Railroad Cabooses And Depot Just Off The Blue Ridge Parkway

#042 - Authentic Railroad Cabooses And Depot Just Off The Blue Ridge Parkway

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Living area
Private kitchen
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Overview of #042 - Authentic Railroad Cabooses And Depot Just Off The Blue Ridge Parkway

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Fancy Gap, VA
  • Popular LocationOlde Mill Golf Resort11 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Andy Griffith Museum27 min drive
  • Popular LocationPrimland Resort Golf Course53 min drive
  • AirportRoanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)105 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

#042 - Authentic Railroad Cabooses And Depot Just Off The Blue Ridge Parkway

We DO NOT have any cleaning fees, never have. The service fees are not ours.

Come spend some time in a real, completely refurbished railroad caboose (with all the modern amenities) just off the Blue Ridge Parkway at Orchard Gap, approximate mile 193.5. Probably the most unique lodging along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Grassy Creek Cabooses are cabooses renovated into cabins for lodging/rental in the Blue Ridge mountains near Fancy Gap Virginia with private bath with shower, kitchenette, 2 person Jacuzzi's, 32” flat screen satellite TV (w/over 145 channels), heat and air in each unit. We are convenient to I-77 near the NC/VA state line or highways 52 & 58. The renewable energy for Grassy Creek Cabooses comes from a hydroelectric power plant on the New River off I77 at exit 24. We're family owned and operated (we live on site) open since 2000. Please tell your friends, family and coworkers about us.

Relive a bygone era when train travel was fun and elegant. Come relax in a real caboose built by Nickel Plate Road or Norfolk Western and reminisce about the simpler times when everything wasn't so hectic and fast paced. Travel back in time and remember how you enjoyed waving to the brakeman in the caboose window when you were sitting at the tracks waiting for the end of the train to pass.

Perhaps you'd prefer to stretch out in our large mountain cabin, we call it the Depot. It's similar in appearance to some of the old depots that once dotted the landscape at small railroad stops across the country. The 2 person jacuzzi is in the bedroom with a queen size bed and an additional queen size sleeper sofa is in the living area. The depot is very spacious with over 500 sq/ft (16'x32') and features 3 decks 2 of them covered as well as all the other amenities of the cabooses. There is also a 34' flat screen TV in the living area. You will not find a cabin this size with all the extras we provide for less.

We have a few of the remaining mining cars from the old Austinville lead mines. There is only limestone left now but the mines used to produce the lead for musket balls, cannon balls and other things during the Revolutionary War and the Civil War. The lead was taken to the Shot Tower on the New River & molten lead was dropped down the tower into the river where it immediately cooled to form a round ball. The mines were opened in 1756 and were discovered by Colonel John Chiswell. The center car was an actual dynamite car but I had to rebuild it after it was out in the weather for around half a century.

Escape the hustle and bustle of urban life as you relax on one of the decks in an oversize rocker while taking in the high meadow, rolling countryside at an elevation around 3000 ft. There are a couple of oversize swings on the hill to relax and unwind while the world hurries by. Since we're just off the Blue Ridge Parkway you will find this to be a peaceful and serene setting.
Grassy Creek Cabooses is a great place for your anniversary, honeymoon or a romantic getaway. You will find our accommodations to be secluded & private. We are biker friendly.

On a clear night you can sit outside to see thousands of stars in the higher altitude without a bunch of those bright vapor lights. During the day you can walk around the 33+ acres and hike down the hill to Grassy Creek. There you can relax all by your lonesome among the pine & laurel thickets. On occasion you may see a doe & fawn run across or maybe even some turkeys or a buck. We have added some horseshoe pits for fun and relaxation.

Whether you're just stopping over while traveling the Blue Ridge Parkway or as a home base for the many local activities you will find Grassy Creek Cabooses to be a most enjoyable and memorable place to spend some time. Mabry Mill the most photographed spot on the parkway is north about 18 miles.

Address: 278 Caboose Lane Fancy Gap, VA 24328
GPS Position: 80°35'12"W, 36°40'21"N

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains just off the Blue Ridge Parkway between mileposts 193 & 194 at Orchard Gap. If traveling north on the parkway from hwy 52, turn left on Keno Rd at the Orchard Gap market and go 1.5 miles to Caboose Lane. If traveling south on the parkway from hwy 58 turn right on Keno rd at the Orchard Gap market.

I 77 traveling south - take exit 8 and turn left under the bridge, go approximately 1 mile to highway 52.

I 77 traveling north - take exit 8 and turn right, go approximately 1 mile to highway 52.

After exiting from I 77 - At highway 52 turn right (south) and go about 1 mile to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Get on the Parkway and go (north) about 6 miles to Orchard gap, approximate mile 193.5. Turn left off of the Parkway onto Keno rd (the paved road) and go about 1.5 miles to Caboose Lane, turn right on Caboose Lane and proceed to the office.

Property manager

Donnie

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

House Rules

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

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You agree to pay a $250 charge if you smoke inside

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fancy Gap

Located in Fancy Gap, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Mount Airy Museum of Regional History and Earle Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Olde Mill Golf Resort and Cross Creek Country Club. Nancy's Candy Company and Wayne Henderson's Workshop are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like mountain biking and hiking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Olde Mill Golf Resort - 11 min drive
  • Mabry Mill - 24 min drive
  • Mayberry Mall - 27 min drive
  • The Andy Griffith Museum - 27 min drive
  • Primland Resort Golf Course - 53 min drive

Getting around

  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crooked Oak Restaurant - 10 min drive
  • Lake View Motel & Restaurant - 11 min drive
  • The Gap Deli at the Parkway - 11 min drive
  • Maples Restaurant & Tavern - 8 min drive
  • Rhudy's Restaurant - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is #042 - Authentic Railroad Cabooses And Depot Just Off The Blue Ridge Parkway pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at #042 - Authentic Railroad Cabooses And Depot Just Off The Blue Ridge Parkway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at #042 - Authentic Railroad Cabooses And Depot Just Off The Blue Ridge Parkway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is #042 - Authentic Railroad Cabooses And Depot Just Off The Blue Ridge Parkway located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Olde Mill Golf Resort and 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Laurel Hill Birthplace Of J.E.B. Stuart. Foggy Ridge Cider and Cross Creek Country Club are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Jaclyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Accomodations were great. Setting is gorgeous. We definitely will be back. Owner was so nice. My husband loves trains and loved it. Was twice as nice as we were able to take our dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

5/5 Excellent

Sherri C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Adorable ❤️
This is our 2nd visit and we enjoyed it as much as the first! Right off the Parkway and just a lovely and quiet area with the uniqueness of a caboose! The host is attentive but unseen unless you need him. We will return again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

5/5 Excellent

chris c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Caboose
We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

5/5 Excellent

Sherri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderful getaway
we came for the Mayberry festival, but would love to come back and just hang around the area more. Thank-you again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Cathy Crunkleton M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Beautiful
View of sunset is spectacular. Accommodations clean. Love the jacuzzi tub. Owner very friendly. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Donnie

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We bought the land around 1997 and built the entire business from the rails/ground up on our own. We started with 2 Nickel Plate Road bay window cabooses then a few years later we added the N&W cupola caboose for our third. We stripped down the interiors of the cabooses & refurbished them ourselves. Then we added the Depot a couple of years later to accommodate more guests.

We're hoping to build something for the future for our children & grandchildren.

Why they chose this property

Probably the best sunsets around. Love the rural high meadow setting with virtually no traffic. We now have disc golf baskets and discs as well as cornhole sets.

What makes this property unique

Quite possibly the most unique lodging along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
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