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Upper Moose Caboose

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Exterior detail
Private kitchen
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Homer, AK
  • Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Bishop's Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Homer Spit
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Homer, AK (HOM)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Upper Moose Caboose

The "Moose Caboose" is a fully renovated 54’ Pullman Rail Car complete with a full kitchen, full bath, and private bedroom with a large picture window, as well as a separate lower-level unit that can be rented together or separately. The living room features a fireplace, satellite TV, internet, and a 30’ deck with patio furniture and a gas grill, perfect for entertaining or just relaxing and enjoying the panorama views.

The lower level of the Moose Caboose boasts additional living space with a bedroom, full kitchen, dinette, full bath, living room, satellite TV, washer and dryer, and deck with furniture and BBQ grill. Perfect for large families or two couples desiring their own privacy.

Each level of the Moose Caboose has one bathroom, a queen bed, and a queen sleeper sofa. The interiors feature cozy Alaska décor and limited edition Alaska Railroad prints. The cabinets are well stocked with dishes, pots and pans, and cooking utensils. In other words, all the comforts and home!

The "Moose Caboose" was built by the Pullman Company in Chicago in 1944 as a rail car in which to house and move troops during WW II. Alaska Adventure Cabins began the conversion to a luxury cabin in the summer of 2002. The conversion was completed in the winter of 2002.

The conversion included the complete sandblasting and repainting of the exterior which was painted to match the Alaskan Railroad colors of blue and yellow. Large picture windows and a large deck were installed on the ocean view side. From the private deck, you can see glaciers, volcanoes, Kachemak Bay and the Homer Spit. A large greenhouse is located outside where flowers and plants are grown in the spring and summer to beautify the Alaska Adventure Cabins.

Rates are based on four guests. The maximum number of guests is six. Additional adults are $35 per person / per night and children under 12 are $20 per child / per night.

Property manager

Evelyn Harden

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Event must be approved by AAC management.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking on deck only

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Event must be approved by AAC management.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Homer

Located in Homer, this holiday home is in the mountains. Pratt Museum and Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Homer Harbor and Homer Golf Course.
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Homer, AK

What's nearby

  • Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Bishop's Beach - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Homer Spit - 8 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Homer, AK (HOM) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Captain's Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fat Olive's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Kannery - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Upper Moose Caboose pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Upper Moose Caboose?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upper Moose Caboose?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Upper Moose Caboose located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Rogers Loop Trailhead and within 3 miles (5 km) of Baycrest Trailhead and Pratt Museum. Bishop's Beach and Bunnell Street Arts Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aarti G.

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

Highly recommend!

Highly recommended this cozy & comfortable cabin well stocked with everything one may need, beautiful views and a gracious host!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elias W.

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

Best View in Homer

Wonderful rental and the view over the water is the best to be found in town. The deck is perfect for sunny days and on a rainy day the cozy interior provides all the comfort you could as for. Close to town but just far enough to feel secluded, the moose are the neighbors you’ll see most often!
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adriana W.

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

Views Views Views

Best view in Homer! The place was perfect, we stayed there for a week and had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meredith D.

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

Amazing View!

Such a great spot to stay. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

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

Moose caboose

Fun place to rent in a restored train car. Beautiful view, fully equipped kitchen, great deck with propane grill. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

About the host

Hosted by Evelyn Harden

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Evelyn purchased Alaska Adventure Cabins, LLC in June of 2020. Although it was coming home since she was born here into a homesteading family years ago--but it is so much more. This is the beginning of a dream. The reviews and comments of the guests are very important as we continue to increase the opportunities for the guests' enjoyment. Our goal is to provide beautiful, comfortable accommodations the enhance your vacation.

Why they chose this property

This beautiful property is located in Homer, very close to amenities and tourist activities, but very private on the side of the hill, overlooking the Kachemak Bay and surrounding mountains. Guests frequently report whale and bird watching from the deck, as well as frequent wildlife sightings.

What makes this property unique

Along with a 280-degree view of the bay with the plush green landscape with groomed trails and photo opportunities, you enjoy a large deck equipped with furniture and a BBQ, where you socialize while watching a sunset, watching eagles play on the wind and moose will mosey past. (You are safe.) Great photo ops as you walk our summer trails and enjoy the plush green nature.

Languages:

English