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Stay in a REAL train car in historic Virginia City, NV!

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Virginia City, NV
  • Mackay Mansion Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • The Washoe Club Haunted Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Delta Saloon
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stay in a REAL train car in historic Virginia City, NV!

Authentic 1950s caboose converted into a private guest suite that captures the glory days of train travel. Enjoy the famous 100-mile view from the cupola as you sip your coffee in the morning or your cocktail in the evening. Watch the steam engine (or the wild horses) go by from your private covered deck. Easy access to the V&T Railroad, bars, restaurants, museums, and all that VC has to offer. Welcome to town. Choo choo!
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Mackay Mansion Museum. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, patio, and refrigerator
  • Free WiFi
  • Steps from Mackay Mansion Museum and 4 minutes by foot from The Washoe Club Haunted Museum

Property manager

Heidi Wallis

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Stay in a REAL train car in historic Virginia City, NV! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy with great view
We enjoyed our stay at the caboose in Virginia City. It is both close to the main street and somehow out of the way. The view towards the hills is magnificent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen L.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris M., Reno

Liked: Cleanliness
Ruby Caboose
Such a quaint little spot to stay! Perfect for two people
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leann D., Las Vegas, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique and Special Stay
The details made the stay truly special. We utilized the Bluetooth old-fashioned looking speaker to listen to a book on tape while we sipped from gorgeous cut glass cups. The space is private, cozy, and just fun.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first time staying in "Ruby" but it definitely won't be my last. First off the communication from the host was amazing she was so fast at getting back to me that it was almost like we were texting each other in real time. The caboose itself is absolutely amazing, the decor is awesome and everything you need is inside. I showed my friends who were staying down the street and they said that they were going to stay there next time they're in Virginia City. I can't wait to come back. Five stars for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Carlene F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Once in a lifetime experience
I will have to say what many others have said, it is an amazing experience to spend the night in a real caboose. The owners have gone out of their way to make it as authentic as possible short of rocking it while you are sleeping. My favorite part though was that how in a town that sometimes feels like Disneyland you have the luxury of quiet, privacy and a beautiful view just steps from downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little tough for older people.
While the 'Caboose' is very cool, clean, and fun, it requires you to carry everything up about 12 steps from your car to the level of the tracks. Then another moderate incline to the Caboose, then a couple more steps. I inquired beforehand about any steps, and was told there were only a couple of steps! I was told that if we required help with the bags, to let her know. When I did, there was no response.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and unique property! I highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ORyan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
Very clean rail car, nicely restored/maintained, quiet neighborhood, great view to look at with morning coffee, Im sure the local motels are nice too, but this was a fun experience, I would definitely stay again next time in vc
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ruby's a beauty
Such a unique experience!!! What a magical place to stay in VC
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryll A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ruby the caboose
It was a very comfy and cost little place , would definitely stay there again 👍😁
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Best Little GetAway!!
My husband and I were in town for a friends wedding and I was so lucky to have found this listing! The owner was so pleasant and welcoming! As we approached the caboose were were both so excited to see how ever this could be converted to a little studio but oh my!! It was literally perfect!! The host had coffee and tea and such thoughtful touches. I would definitely recommend staying here if your visiting VC
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Caboose
I hadn’t been to Virginia City in 40 years, so we decided to take a little get away. I found this place and fell in love with it! When we checked in it didn’t disappoint 😊 It is so unique and decorated for the time period. Loved the books about the history of the city and the people are very friendly in town. Check-in was easy and everything that was listed was accurate! I would definitely recommend and would rent again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
So unique and tranquil, very comfortable bed.. We will be staying again..
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Staying in Ruby
Very fun staying in the old caboose. We loved the deck under the gazebo. The pictures and other artifacts lend a very nice railroad type feel. The cupila is so much fun. We really liked the map of the Virginia City mines, so the caboose had a great feel of the history of the area, too. Two small suggestions for the kitchen. 1) A small scrubby pad and 2) a small cutting board would be helpful. But, I quibble. Overall this was a wonderful visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Amanda, San Martin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Honey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained wonderfully restored to authentic condition. I’d highly recommend this listing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at Ruby the Red Caboose
The caboose was decorated in period decor. We loved the entire experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get away!
This place was great! We are ready to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun and perfect spot
We really enjoyed our stay, well appointed and the perfect spot for our short visit to Virginia City.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecile S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Virginia City Caboose
This was an awesome visit ! The caboose was fantastic and even better than the pictures. Our weather was on the chilly side but we were marvelously cosy in the caboose. The views were magnificent! Virginia City strolling was great. Grab coffee at the Roasting House - it was excellent. There is no stove or microwave; we brought a hot plate just to warm up soup and that worked great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023