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Water Front 1920's Vintage Cotton Belt Caboose

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A lakeside view with a wooden dock, picnic table, and benches.
A bathroom with a toilet, a red shower curtain, and a patterned wall.
A red train car with a deck and black railing, surrounded by trees and a grassy area.
A cozy living room with a red sofa, a small table, and a red refrigerator.
A bed with a striped bedspread and a red pillow, a painting of a railway track on the wall, and a brick-patterned wall to the left.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
This cabin offers space for 5 guests with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. It features lake views and a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Adventure seekers can explore kayaking and waterskiing nearby. Attractions include Jewett Flea Market and Eagle Scout Park.

Highlights

  • Beach equipment

    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Lake Limestone
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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jewett, TX
  • Place, Lake Limestone
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Jewett Flea Market
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Parker State Park
    ‪47 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Sofa Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Water Front 1920's Vintage Cotton Belt Caboose

Vacation away from your worries and enjoy the life of the "Red Bobber" 1920s Caboose. Restored and renovated into a fully functional tiny getaway for the family, fishermen or water enthusiast.
This 1920s Vintage caboose takes you back in time from the minute you step on board. It has both the original classic touches of restored history and a modern chic renovation. You can clearly see that every paint stroke, every nail, every touch was hand selected with love and appreciation for the original masterpiece that it once was.
>Sleeps 5 - master bedroom (2), foldout couch (2) and bunk bed (1) with a great window view.
> Full kitchen - microwave, stove coffee pot and refrigerator.
>Free internet
>TV
>Large outside deck
>local boat ramp - Property has boat accessibility
We also want our guest to know that we have put in place a detailed disinfectant protocol to keep our customers and their family safe. You can feel comfortable knowing that all surfaces have been sanitized and wiped down, including hand rails, chairs and table on the patio and entrance, floors and all kitchen utensils as well as sheets, pillows. And yes, air conditioner filters are cleaned and sanitized before every visit.
(FYI- this property is similar to a tiny house and is not handicap accessible)

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Close to water so please be careful

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

Sorry, No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Any more than 5 people will need to be discussed with the owners. A per person, per night fee would be charged for tents and campers

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1509146vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Jewett

Located in Jewett, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Old Fort Parker and Confederate Reunion Grounds State Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Limestone and Fort Parker State Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing adventures can be found near the property.
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jewett, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Limestone - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Jewett Flea Market - 31 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Harriman Park - 41 min drive - 41.7 km
  • Fort Parker State Park - 47 min drive - 53.6 km
  • Old Fort Parker - 49 min drive - 54.7 km

Getting around

  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pavilion - ‬41 min drive
  • ‪Scootter's BBQ - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Water Front 1920's Vintage Cotton Belt Caboose pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Water Front 1920's Vintage Cotton Belt Caboose?

As of 18 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Water Front 1920's Vintage Cotton Belt Caboose on 2 October 2026 start from NZ$757, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Water Front 1920's Vintage Cotton Belt Caboose?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Water Front 1920's Vintage Cotton Belt Caboose?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Water Front 1920's Vintage Cotton Belt Caboose?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Water Front 1920's Vintage Cotton Belt Caboose located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is steps from Lake Limestone and 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Limestone Medical Center. Jewett Flea Market and Eagle Scout Park are also within 25 miles (40 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. 72 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable and the grandkids loved it. My grandson said he was in heaven lol. Authentic and peaceful. The only complaint I have is it needed some deep cleaning. Wish it would have been cooler so we could have played some games on the back deck. Sounds like we need a Fall trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a good place for peace and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I had a wonderful experience! We enjoyed the peace and quiet that this location had to offer. Beautiful sunset view off Lake Limestone in a vintage train caboose!! Incredible! Attention to all the details did not go unnoticed. Highly recommend this location for couples or a small family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My son and I had and awesome mother and son outing - we enjoyed the peace and view.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The caboose was neat and clean. Very well decorated with railroad artifacts. Everything is very compact, so pack accordingly.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great comfy stay!

Loved the caboose!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway

Great little place for a getaway weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely positively true to listing! Always wondered what it would be like in a caboose. Amazing restoration! Added modern creature comforts but, it was awesome! Highly Recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So relaxing!

Our family stayed at the caboose for four nights. It’s a beautiful place to stay and so quiet!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was ok. The place inside and out could use some updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Historic Gem

Very cool caboose. Gorgeous setting. Glad we chose here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

quiet get away

it was very coosy.loved the property and wildlife very quiet place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is awesome and Mark was amazing! He thought of everything and the set up is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very, Very Pleased

What fun. This place was great!! Mark and Renee' were wonderful. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property is very unique and cute, nice place to enjoy a campfire. I just happened to book on very cold and wet weekend but was still able to relax and enjoy it. I would stay here again but probably in warmer months.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet Charming Perfect

A very quiet place to stay with a sunset lake view. Incredibly charming Caboose with a lot of attention to detail. My wife was already talking about the next time we should stay before we left.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great trip!

We gad a seamless check in with a great welcome book with all the info. Super clean and stocked place. So fun for the kids. Hammock was the best and all the sports equipment! Had a blast!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun Caboose

The red caboose was definitely unique! It was amazing how well the space was utilized and all the amenities packed into it. We were in the area for family gatherings so didn't spend much time at the caboose but it was quiet, peaceful and the views each morning and evening were beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unique

All decor followed train theme inside. Small but quaint. Beautiful sunsets over the lake each evening.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mini Vacay

My momma and I had a wonderful stay in your absolutely precious Caboose! You guys thought of every little detail including tooth brushes with a small toothpaste. Thank you for sharing your little piece of Heaven with us!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Views!

We had a great time! We arrived at night and did not get to see the surrounding area. When we woke up in the morning we were mesmerized by the fantastic view of the lake off the rear deck! It is quiet and beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cozy

My boys loved the caboose! Unfortunately, we left and day early because of illness, but we are eager to back!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quality and great, efficient use of space

Very thoughtful organization of small space made it everything we needed and more. Our only disappointment was not being able to access the dock with our boat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Suprise

It was both our Anniversary and Valentine’s Day and the host went out of their way to welcome us with a banner for our Anniversary and Chocolate covered strawberries! The Caboose was clean and everything we could ask for for a 2 day getaway. We now have another favorite and option for our 2 and 3 day getaways!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great bookcation for my cousin and I

Few cleanliness concerns with a yellowjacket and dead ants, and the AC had some trouble keeping the place cool. Otherwise the caboose was very cute and the view/patio were great for a book-filled getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by mark jones

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We are a retired couple raising our 14 year old granddaughter. We raise chickens and have lambs that we show in local county fairs and 4-H.
We now have 2 properties to rent to vacation guest. The caboose was a 2 year project that was a family affair and named after my wife’s father. Welcome to Shorty’s Caboose.
The Cabins in the woods is a tiny house that we built as we spent time camping and building our retirement home on the next property. We did some remodeling and added a hot tub and decided to rent it as well.
Welcome to our 3 C's Farms and Vacation rentals.
Mark and Renee

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