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Pullman Train Car - Historic Train Car - Close to downtown

Cottage in Fredericksburg with kitchen

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1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
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Experience the charm of 1894 Private Palace Pullman Car, a historic train car that's hosted Theodore Roosevelt and Indian Chief Quanah Parker. With its romantic ambiance, queen-size bed, and two bathrooms, it's perfect for a couples' getaway in Fredericksburg.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 236 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Pullman Train Car - Historic Train Car - Close to downtown

Want to experience what it was like to ride in a Pullman car while crossing this great country of ours? The 1894 Private Palace Pullman Car will give you that feeling and more! Theodore Roosevelt used this car on one of his trips to the 6666 Ranch in North Texas. It is believed that the Indian Chief Quanah Parker has also ridden in this unique Pullman Car. History surrounds you in every nook and cranny. This wonderful antique train car was built in 1894 by Pullman for the Quanah, Acme and Pacific railroad. Not only is the car historic, but it is very Romantic and perfect for a "Just the Two of You" Getaway.
Come to Fredericksburg and enjoy this Historic Pullman car experience. 2 nights required for All Event and Holiday Weekends
No Smoking
No Children
No Pets
Maximum Occupancy - 2
Amenities Walking Distance to the Heart of Fredericksburg - within ½ mile South East Historic Pullman Train Car
Theodore Roosevelt Slept in this Car Bedroom - Queen-size Bed 2 Bathrooms - 1 with tub & shower, 1 shower only
Keurig Coffee Maker Coffee & Tea Bar
Small Fridge Microwave
Toaster
Flat-screen TV in Living Room, Direct TV Wifi
Central Heat & Air
Original Décor
Antiques
Romantic ambiance
Private Off Street Parking
No Stove or Range available

STR# 8056000862

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 392 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

2787-205338
Cottage

About the neighborhood

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Fredericksburg, TX

What's nearby

  • National Museum of the Pacific War - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rockbox Theater - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • St. Mary's Catholic Church - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Fredericksburg Theater Company - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Enchanted Rock Fissure - 5 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪H-E-B Deli - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Auslander - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hill & Vine - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fredericksburg Brewing Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Los Tios - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pullman Train Car - Historic Train Car - Close to downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pullman Train Car - Historic Train Car - Close to downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pullman Train Car - Historic Train Car - Close to downtown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pullman Train Car - Historic Train Car - Close to downtown located?

Located in the heart of Fredericksburg, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Lost Draw Cellars, Fredericksburg Brewing Company, and Main Street. Elk Store Winery & Distillery and Holy Ghost Lutheran Church are also within 10 minutes.

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Pullman Train Car - Historic Train Car - Close to downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

Once in a Lifetime

This historic property made our 44th wedding anniversary memorable. The location was walking distance from downtown. We highly recommend staying here if you want a unique experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quentin B.

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

Loved it

Had a great weekend. As described, perfect place to stay if you are into the "Different".
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica D.

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

Birthday stay

It was great and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

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

Great stay

Loved it. So authentic and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jami G.

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

Awesome VRBO

This property was spectacular and very well put together! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Peggy R.

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

40th Anniversary

We had an overall great trip, could have used more lighting outside for coming and going in the evening. But with that being said it was interesting place to stay. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lori W.

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

A unique opportunity

We very much enjoyed our stay in the train car. The AC kept us cool, it was very quiet, and a close walk or drive to everything in town.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Meg S.

Quaint and clean

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We rented this adorable place because it was very close to Main Street and also unique and the fact that it is the historical train. The owners keep it very clean and it was an enjoyable stay.

10/10 Excellent

Allison K.

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

All a board

A step back in time and a relaxing bit if history. We enjoyed our stay and will recommend to others! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

john m.

Pull man car 1905

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Kind of bucket list experiance.

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

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

Great unique place to stay

The rental management company was very helpful with questions about the property and about things to do in town. The property itself was very clean and surprisingly spacious. It’s a wonderful unique place to rent filled with history. We can’t wait to go back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Royce G.

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

13 years

We stayed for our 13 year anniversary. It was something out of the norm and fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

A stay in the past

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Cool train car! My wife and I loved our stay. Super close to dining and the main drag.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie L.

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

Our Birthdays and 10th Anniversary

Wow. The Train stay was feakin cool. We have never done something like this before, so it really made our birthdays and our 10th Anniversary extra special.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginger G.

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

Really Cool

This property is like stepping into the past. Seeing what it was like when this beautiful car was created. The bed was so soft you melted into it. Loved this train car experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Romantic cozy stay

The Pullman is an interesting step back in history. The preservation of the railcar character adds to ambience. The Pullman is a nice place for a romantic getaway. Only drawback was the people trying to use it as a background for photos. The steps are a little step to the entrance but not horrible
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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6/10 Okay

Dawn R.

Cute Idea

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location is good and very walkable to some great restaurants, main street and groceries. The train car was way too cluttered, difficult to find a spot to set down a bag, the main bathroom had a rotten out door because the shower leaks so much, quite dusty and felt dirty. The AC unit did not cool down the bedroom or kitchen of the unit - and we were there on a 92 degree day, not the heat of TX summer. The idea is great, but execution mediocre at best. Needs quite a bit of TLC as someone else mentioned last year.
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8/10 Good

A guest from Houston, NOTAVAIL

Unique Property

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: An opportunity to stay in a unique property. Close to town. Nice that you get a gift certificate as part of the package. Not luxurious but a fun place to stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Harry M.

Pullman Car Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our employees gave us this trip knowing our love for history and Fredericksburg. We had a great weekend and thoroughly enjoyed reading about the Pullman car and it’s connection to the famous 6666 Ranch and President Roosevelt.

10/10 Excellent

Sean B.

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

Unique and Lovely Experience

This was one of the most unique stays! You have to stay here on your stay in Fredericksburg! The train car was decorated in authentic (or what appeared to be) furnishings, especially highlighting President Theodore Roosevelt. It was bigger than expected. The days and nights were very quiet and peaceful. It will help if you bring a small flashlight to use if walking back at night because it can be dark as you approach the train car. The hall/walkway down the train car is narrow, so it would not be comfortable for overly large individuals.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Charlie F.

Fredericksburg Train Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What a unique weekend we had. The train was something I never dreamed of doing but found the Pullman Train Car during a search of Fredericksburg lodging. While the train is pretty much original condition it was very clean and had all amenities required. I would definitely recommend the Pullman Train Car for a lodging experinece in Fredericksburg.
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Alvarado, NOTAVAIL

Unique Getaway!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We absolutely loved staying in this unique antique sleeper car. It was so interesting and fun. It is a few blocks to Main Street which we were able to walk in about 15 minutes. There is an HEB in walking distance and a lunch and dinner restaurant very close that we enjoyed Thank you for the wonderful experience. We had everything we needed and the communication was excellent.
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Pullman Sleeper Car

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Really enjoyed stepping back in history and staying in the sleeper car. Location was close enough to Main Street. The only negative was the tractor trailers moving late at night near the sleeper car. Property was exactly as described. Very rich with history and information about the car. Car was very comfortable

6/10 Okay

Cloudy M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Broken heart

My son b-day was horrible. The place was uncleaned, no linen, bedding on floor was dirty and stained as well. Restroom had trash overflowing from prior tenants. Couch had dog hair on it. No towels and roaches in kitchen side. Spoke to manager she was kind. She sent over cleaning people and they treated me like we shouldn't have been there! My son was in PJs btw tome they arrived with bag of linen. For what i payed the experience was horrible. The only thing was my 5 yr old was amazed to be in a train. I saved for this trip and it was disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Earl M.

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

Fun and Romantic Trip to the Age of Trains

Very clean, comfortable, and romantic place to spend a night or two with my wife. We arrived very late and used a lock box location to pick up the key. We were really happy to not to need to bother anyone that late. If you are doing this, be sure to arrange this with the host before hand. Upon arrival, we were delighted by the period decorations and historic texts provide. It was a fun way to connect with the Pullman. The car had all of the amenities that we expect with modern accommodations, and they blended well with the historic features. The location would be within a walk to Main St, if the weather were good. For us the weather was a bit to cold for the walk, but the drive was very short. There was ample parking just outside of the train. As a warning (and I am sure, they call this out), if you need an ADA style, this is probably not the stay for you. We loved the location, and the experience, and will be recommending it to others for a fun and romantic get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

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