There’s just something about trains that captivates people of all ages, history buffs or not. Country Woods Inn in Glen Rose has a renovated Santa Fe boxcar you can rent for the night, and it’s one of the most unique overnight stays Texas has to offer.
Nestled on 40 sprawling acres of wooded landscape along the Paluxy River, Country Woods Inn offers a secluded getaway in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.
Facebook/Country Woods Inn With accommodations ranging from more traditional cabins to vintage Airstreams and even a land yacht, rest assured your stay will be one to remember. Plus, the farm is just minutes from Fossil Rim State Park!
One of the most unique lodging options is tucked away where few would go looking, surrounded by lush forest on all sides.
TripAdvisor/Denise C. As you trudge up the gravel pathway, a sign to your left hints at what lies ahead. Any ideas?
As the trees part, your new home away from home is unveiled in all its glory.
Facebook/Country Woods Inn This renovated Santa Fe boxcar is not only located in the most unforgettable setting but also promises to whisk you back in time to the heyday of railroad travel.
Inside, you’ll be met with an atmosphere just as charming as the exterior.
TripAdvisor/Denise C. The car is brimming with train-themed decor, from antique railroad lanterns to vintage signs, and even a book all about locomotives for the little ones to read with wide-eyed fascination.
The boxcar features two sets of twin, log cabin bunk beds, sleeping a total of four.
countrywoodsinn.com Central air and heat, a sitting area, and an old-fashioned bathroom with a clawfoot tub provide all the creature comforts you know and love without sacrificing the traditional rusticity of camping.
You’ll even have access to a full kitchen!
Airbnb.com Is there anything better than waking up at your leisure, sipping a mug of warm coffee, and cooking your favorite breakfast without a single thing on your to-do list? We think not.
It’s perfectly acceptable to lounge around in the boxcar all day long, but if you feel like venturing out, there’s plenty to do on the farm.
Facebook/Country Woods Inn Pet adorable barnyard animals, play horseshoes, hike scenic trails peppered with wildlife, or build a campfire and make homemade s’mores. Boredom isn’t an option!
The boxcar averages about $200 per night. Visit the Country Woods Inn website or Facebook page to learn more and/or make reservations. Click here for the Airbnb listing.
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With accommodations ranging from more traditional cabins to vintage Airstreams and even a land yacht, rest assured your stay will be one to remember. Plus, the farm is just minutes from Fossil Rim State Park!
TripAdvisor/Denise C.
As you trudge up the gravel pathway, a sign to your left hints at what lies ahead. Any ideas?
This renovated Santa Fe boxcar is not only located in the most unforgettable setting but also promises to whisk you back in time to the heyday of railroad travel.
TripAdvisor/Denise C.
The car is brimming with train-themed decor, from antique railroad lanterns to vintage signs, and even a book all about locomotives for the little ones to read with wide-eyed fascination.
countrywoodsinn.com
Central air and heat, a sitting area, and an old-fashioned bathroom with a clawfoot tub provide all the creature comforts you know and love without sacrificing the traditional rusticity of camping.
Airbnb.com
Is there anything better than waking up at your leisure, sipping a mug of warm coffee, and cooking your favorite breakfast without a single thing on your to-do list? We think not.
Pet adorable barnyard animals, play horseshoes, hike scenic trails peppered with wildlife, or build a campfire and make homemade s’mores. Boredom isn’t an option!
Have you ever stayed in the Santa Fe boxcar at Country Woods Inn? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience! Let us know, and check out our previous article for another Texas train car you can spend the night in.
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Address: 420 Grand Ave, Glen Rose, TX 76043, USA
