With a stay at this cottage in Hartsburg, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Missouri River and Mark Twain National Forest. .This cottage is 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from Parking Area Information and 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Three Creeks Conservation Area.
Missouri State Penitentiary Museum - 23 min drive - 28.2 km
Lincoln University of Missouri - 24 min drive - 29.4 km
Mizzou Arena - 26 min drive - 34.3 km
University of Missouri - 29 min drive - 36.2 km
Getting around
Jefferson City Station - 28 min drive
Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Woody's Pub and Grub - 13 min drive
Casey's General Store - 11 min drive
Jose Jalapenos Authentic Mexican Restaurant - 12 min drive
Hartsburg Hitching Post - 1 min walk
Pizza Haus - 13 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Unique traincar stay at the Katy Caboose!
Our charming Katy Caboose is located right on the Katy Trail in Hartsburg, MO, offering a truly unique stay. The caboose features a spacious outdoor area with a large deck, table seating, a hammock, and Adirondack chairs for relaxation. Inside, you'll find a cozy kitchenette, a full bed, and a twin trundle bed, comfortably sleeping four. The private bathroom is located in the cottage next to the caboose, reserved exclusively for guests of the caboose.
Make yourself comfortable in your air-conditioned cottage, featuring a refrigerator and a microwave. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a shower.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Jessica Kempf
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Refrigerator
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Patio
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 250 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
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Unique traincar stay at the Katy Caboose! Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Luke S.
24 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Getaway
My wife and I stayed for two nights to celebrate our 19yr anniversary. We got a bike ride in on the Katy and checked out local watering holes. The Katy Caboose was cute. We enjoyed the deck on a beautiful starry night.