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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Onsite parking available
    Convenient and secure on-site parking, a rare amenity in the area.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Main Street
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Fredericksburg, TX
  • Place, Main Street
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, National Museum of the Pacific War
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Rockbox Theater
    ‪10 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Historic Train Car - Close to downtown - Romantic Getaway

Step back in time and stay in history! Experience Fredericksburg like never before with a stay in a replica 1894 Private Palace Pullman Car, originally built for the Quanah, Acme & Pacific Railroad. This unique train car is modeled after the one Theodore Roosevelt used on his journey to the Four Sixes Ranch, offering an unforgettable blend of history, charm, and romance.

Perfect for history lovers, couples, and romantic getaways, this cozy retreat brings the nostalgia of a bygone era right to the heart of Fredericksburg, Texas.

* Why You’ll Love This Stay *
- Historic Charm: Antique décor, original Pullman features, and a unique ambiance
- Romantic Escape: Queen-size bed, cozy interiors, and intimate setting for 2
- Prime Location: Walking distance to downtown Fredericksburg shops, wineries, and restaurants (½ mile)
- Modern Comforts: WiFi, flat-screen TV with DirecTV, central heat & air, Keurig coffee maker, small fridge, microwave, and toaster
- Convenient Amenities: 2 bathrooms (1 tub & shower, 1 shower), private off-street parking

* Important Details *
- Maximum Occupancy: 2 guests
- No Smoking, No Pets, No Children
- 2-night minimum required for holiday weekends & special events

* Perfect For *
- Couples seeking a romantic Texas getaway
- History enthusiasts wanting a unique Fredericksburg experience
- Travelers exploring Fredericksburg wineries, shops, and historic landmarks

Experience the nostalgia, charm, and romance of a historic Pullman train car stay in Fredericksburg—a one-of-a-kind escape you’ll never forget!

STR# 8056000862

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 2174379vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Fredericksburg

Located in Fredericksburg, this cottage is in the city centre. Pioneer Museum and Fort Martin Scott Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Enchanted Rock Fissure and Wildseed Farms. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking/biking trails.
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Fredericksburg, TX

What's nearby

  • Main Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Museum of the Pacific War - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rockbox Theater - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fredericksburg Winery - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • St. Mary's Catholic Church - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪H-E-B Deli - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Auslander - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Los Tios - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fredericksburg Brewing Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Texas Sunrise - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Train Car - Close to downtown - Romantic Getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Train Car - Close to downtown - Romantic Getaway?

As of 25 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Train Car - Close to downtown - Romantic Getaway on 29 June 2026 start from NZ$991, 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 Historic Train Car - Close to downtown - Romantic Getaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Train Car - Close to downtown - Romantic Getaway 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.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great! Very fun experience for train lovers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 February 2026
Thank you for being our guest. We look forward to your return visit.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 24 January 2024
Thank you for being our guest. We hope you will come again soon.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 8 October 2024
Thank you for being our guest. Hope you will come back soon.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 9 October 2023
Thank you for staying with us. Please come again.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 October 2024
Thank you for being our guest. We are happy you had a great weekend. Please come again.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Linda S.

Liked: Communication
The train car had not been cleaned since the last occupants and a cleaning crew was not available so we didn’t get to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 11 October 2022
Thank you for being an amazing guest. Please come again!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2025
Thank you Donna for being our guest. We are happy you celebrated your 44th anniversary in Fredericksburg. Please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie T.

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

Fun Adult Weekend

Really unique find! Full of historical nick-naks! Comfy & cozy too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2021
Good Afternoon Leslie, Thank you for the the kind review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to seeing you in the future.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2024
Thank you Lori for being our guest. We look forward to your return visit.
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8/10 Good

Jamie G.

Unique stay!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very unique accommodations and location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2021
Thank you for your review. We look forward to your visit with us again.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2024
Thank you Peggy for being our guest. We look forward to your return visit.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fayne H.

Air Force One in a Train

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 were very happy with our Pullman Car. We got so tickled passing each other in the hallway. It was a treat reading about the history of this train car. Telling our friends what fun we had.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 October 2025
You two are the best. Thank you for sharing your photos with us. I hope to see you again. Such a lovely couple.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Antonio S.

Great stay on Railroad Train Car

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: It was a place to stay that took back in time!
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2022
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Please come again.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 20 February 2024
Thank you for being our guest. We hope you will return soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

kimberly b.

Train Car Stay

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: Awesome, very walkable to a cute town and great restaurants
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2022
Thank you for staying with us. We hope to see you again soon! :)
From a partner site

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
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2024
Thank you for being our guest. We are happy you enjoyed the vacation rental. Please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loretta G.

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

Birthday weekend

It was a great experience I surprised my man with the Pullman Car and he LOVES it. He wants to stay there again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2022
Amazing! We are so excited you enjoyed your getaway. Please come back soon.
From a partner site

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.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 January 2025
Thank you for a wonderful review. We are happy you enjoyed your visit. Please come again.
From a partner site

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.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2024
Thank you John for being our guest. We are happy you had the experience of staying in the Train Car. Hope you will come again one day.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne M.

The Pullman Train Car lived up to all of my expectations!

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: What can I say? The authenticity of the train car was exceptional and was beyond anything I was expecting. I came down to celebrate my birthday along with my teenage grandson. We are both history buffs and was so excited to see how well preserved a part of American history remains!
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2025
We are happy you came and experienced the Train Car. We look forward to your return visit.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2024
Thank you for being our guest. We are happy to hear you stay was enjoyable. We look forward to your return visit.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 October 2024
Thank you for being our guest. We look forward to your return visit.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 9 April 2024
Happy 13th Anniversary. Thank you Royce for being our guest. We hope you will visit Fredericksburg again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

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

We stayed on a train!

The property was even more than expected. Felt preserved to the original vintage state but very functional. Have already recommended it a friend. Extremely clean and comfortable- the mattress was unexpectedly spectacular.. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 October 2022
Thank you for being wonderful guests. Please come again.

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