10/10 Excellent
Thomas C.
21 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for families
Thomas C.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Cabin
Sleep in a caboose on a 65 acre buffalo ranch!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 555.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Clyde, NC
- Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center17 min drive
- Cataloochee Ski Area27 min drive
- Cataloochee Valley38 min drive
- Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)53 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Futon
Living Room 1
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Sleep in a caboose on a 65 acre buffalo ranch!
Looking for a completely unique vacation? Sleep in our restored 1960's caboose! Completely renovated on the inside to ensure rest & relaxation while visiting the Smokies. The caboose has a private master bedroom, a cupola for the kids to sleep in, a full kitchen to cook meals in! You can literally lay in bed & see the buffalo herd out in the pasture!
Enjoy making memories while making smores over the fire pit outside as you watch the bison grazing in the field. Truly, Buffalo roam on this private 65 acre little piece of heaven tucked away in the mountains. Whether watching the sunrise over the mountain peaks while the Smoky Mountains clear up for a beautiful day, or setting your sights on our herd of buffalo coming for their morning oats. You will not be disappointed while you are enjoying a hot cup of coffee or cocoa on our large back deck of a unique rental!
If you are looking for a quiet 'get away from it all' retreat, this is it! Enjoy long hikes on the property, fishing within walking distance from the caboose or take a trip into town to do some shopping or antiquing.
Children will love the hike through the woods to the brand play area, The BC Corral! This custom designed area has everything from swings, zip line, slides, teeter totter, cargo nets, rock wall & even a horse shoe pit for the adults! The kids will love it here!
A stay at Buffalo Creek Vacations is surely one that your family will always enjoy looking back on!
We are pet friendly, size doesn't matter!
Please call Cheryl to answer any additional questions about Seaboard Coast Line #0877 Caboose!
Our other cabins:
Tatonka Lodge,sleeps 14- VRBO # 163324
Timber Hollow, sleeps 8 - VRBO # 581708
Bison Overlook Lodge, sleeps 8 - VRBO #131294
Bison Escape, sleeps 8 - VRBO #725816
Buffalo Bungalow, sleeps 2 - VRBO # 409851
Fun things to do: Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, Biltmore Estate, skiing at Cataloochee Ski Area, Tubing at Tony's Tube World, Ghost Town, hiking at Chimney Rock, tubing at Deep Creek, Fun Factory, Indoor skydiving, visit the Elk in Cataloochee Park, Great Smoky Mountain National Park, take a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Casino in Cherokee, slide down the rocks at Sliding Rockin the Pisgah National Forest, downhill skiing, snowboarding & tubing at Cataloochee Ski Resort, golf at Waynesville Country Club, Maggie Valley Country Club or Ironduff Golf Course!
Enjoy making memories while making smores over the fire pit outside as you watch the bison grazing in the field. Truly, Buffalo roam on this private 65 acre little piece of heaven tucked away in the mountains. Whether watching the sunrise over the mountain peaks while the Smoky Mountains clear up for a beautiful day, or setting your sights on our herd of buffalo coming for their morning oats. You will not be disappointed while you are enjoying a hot cup of coffee or cocoa on our large back deck of a unique rental!
If you are looking for a quiet 'get away from it all' retreat, this is it! Enjoy long hikes on the property, fishing within walking distance from the caboose or take a trip into town to do some shopping or antiquing.
Children will love the hike through the woods to the brand play area, The BC Corral! This custom designed area has everything from swings, zip line, slides, teeter totter, cargo nets, rock wall & even a horse shoe pit for the adults! The kids will love it here!
A stay at Buffalo Creek Vacations is surely one that your family will always enjoy looking back on!
We are pet friendly, size doesn't matter!
Please call Cheryl to answer any additional questions about Seaboard Coast Line #0877 Caboose!
Our other cabins:
Tatonka Lodge,sleeps 14- VRBO # 163324
Timber Hollow, sleeps 8 - VRBO # 581708
Bison Overlook Lodge, sleeps 8 - VRBO #131294
Bison Escape, sleeps 8 - VRBO #725816
Buffalo Bungalow, sleeps 2 - VRBO # 409851
Fun things to do: Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, Biltmore Estate, skiing at Cataloochee Ski Area, Tubing at Tony's Tube World, Ghost Town, hiking at Chimney Rock, tubing at Deep Creek, Fun Factory, Indoor skydiving, visit the Elk in Cataloochee Park, Great Smoky Mountain National Park, take a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Casino in Cherokee, slide down the rocks at Sliding Rockin the Pisgah National Forest, downhill skiing, snowboarding & tubing at Cataloochee Ski Resort, golf at Waynesville Country Club, Maggie Valley Country Club or Ironduff Golf Course!
Property manager
Cheryl Hillis
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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About the area
Clyde
Located in Clyde, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography and Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Shelton House and Colonial Theater. Consider Folkmoot Friendship Center for a night out or Waynesville Recreation Center if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Clyde, NC
What's nearby
- Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 17 min drive - 15.4 km
- Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 17 min drive - 14.3 km
- Cataloochee Ski Area - 27 min drive - 20.5 km
- Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 29 min drive - 24.9 km
- Cataloochee Valley - 38 min drive - 19.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Sherrill's Pioneer Restaurant - 15 min drive
- Haywood Cafe - 9 min drive
- Ferguson Supply - 10 min drive
- Blue Rooster Southern Grill - 15 min drive
- Ammons' Drive Inn & Dairy Bar - 17 min drive
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Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Marc C.
26 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice Stay
Marc C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Krystal C.
29 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Krystal C.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Patrick H.
21 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cool
Patrick H.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kristi P.
8 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Bison Ranch
Kristi P.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Sam L.
10 October 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun place
Sam L.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Melissa M.
28 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Melissa M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
carldaugh
6 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grey Caboose Stay
carldaugh
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Darian L.
9 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An Experience You Need
Darian L.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Matt D.
18 April 2019
A tranquil, unique getaway!
Matt D.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen S.
28 August 2017
Perfect country getaway
Kathleen S.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
10/10 Excellent
Curtis T.
19 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay home on the range
Curtis T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn W.
20 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Caboose stay
Kathryn W.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jorge M.
24 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great area
Jorge M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Barb C.
29 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location quiet space
Barb C.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brooke G.
16 July 2017
Magical family experience!
Brooke G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
10/10 Excellent
Celia T.
6 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Experience!
Celia T.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brandon S.
19 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Adventure
Brandon S.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Leah H.
18 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So much fun for kids!
Leah H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Mike S.
23 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun time
Mike S.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jayne W.
17 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
See Bison in North Carolina
Jayne W.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tonya F.
17 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun, different
Tonya F.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura H.
5 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique place to stay
Laura H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine A.
8 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time connecting with nature
Christine A.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristi H.
29 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Weekend Getaway for a Family
Kristi H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
About the host
Hosted by Cheryl Hillis
My brothers & my husband had shared a vision of expanding my fathers buffalo ranch when additional property became available to purchase. With all our knowledge & experiences combine we have built 4 log homes & have been renting them out since 2004. Once my husband retires from the US Army in about 5 yrs our dream will be to build our log cabin on the property & be more hands on. God has blessed us beyond our wildest dreams. We hope you love the mountains like we have all come to love being transplants from a very flat NY!
Why they chose this property
My father had a love for trains & it was his idea to purchase the cabooses & turn them in to vacation rentals, We thought it would be very cool to tie in w/ the bison. Kind of gives it an 'ol western feel! Most folks think you have to go out west to see bison & they are surprised to find a herd in the Smoky Mountains of NC!
What makes this property unique
While staying at in our 1960's restored caboose we feel you will really enjoy the peace & tranquility of being secluded on 65 acres. The children will just love looking out the windows & literally seeing the bison roaming out in the pasture!
Another great amenity is the kids being able to "unplug" & take a hike to our custom designed playground as well as seeing the miniature horse, buffalo, goats & llamas.
Another great amenity is the kids being able to "unplug" & take a hike to our custom designed playground as well as seeing the miniature horse, buffalo, goats & llamas.
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