Stay Unique at Katie's Kaboose in Milton, Florida
Difficulty
easy
Duration
Overnight stays and short hikes
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; light walking on trails.
Overview
Experience a unique overnight stay in a beautifully restored 1928 train car. Katie’s Kaboose combines antique charm with modern comforts, surrounded by nature trails and outdoor amenities in Milton, Florida.
Katie's Kaboose
Ages 21+ to rent • 2-7 nights • Sleeps 2
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About This Adventure
Experience a unique stay in Katie’s Kaboose, a charming 1928 train car transformed into cozy lodging. Enjoy modern comforts like air conditioning and a kitchenette while surrounded by antique furnishings. With outdoor amenities, a nature trail, and a shared lawn, it’s perfect for families or meeting new friends in a picturesque setting.
About
Secluded (non-primitive) cabins have indoor kitchens, bathrooms, air conditioning, and all necessary linens. Additionally, each has a charcoal grill, fire ring, picnic table and hammock.
Katie’s Kaboose is located near fellow train car lodging, Louisville, Nashville and the School House Inn. This train car opened to guests for rental in 2016 but is circa 1928. This micro lodging option is furnished with antiques from the 1900s and will take you back in time. It was used on the Frisco Railway Line running from Pensacola to San Francisco. Katie’s Kaboose has a kitchenette that includes a 2 burner stove top, mini fridge, microwave and coffee pot. (There is not a conventional oven.) Linens and basic cooking utensils are provided. Sleeping arrangements are a full size bed. The bathroom has a shower, sink and toilet (no bathtub). All of our cabins (including rustic) have air conditioning units. Outdoor amenities include a deck, picnic table, charcoal grill, fire ring, view of Wolfe Creek and access to our nature trail around the property. Katie’s Kaboose has a seasonal indoor fireplace and shares a large lawn equipped with chairs, hammocks and picnic tables with the Schoolhouse Inn, making it ideal for several families wanting to be together (but in their own rooms) or to meet new friends!
This cabin does NOT accommodate pets
- Cabin Check In Time is 3:00 PM or later.
- Check-out time is NO LATER THAN 10:00 AM
- Cabins only - early check in can be requested, but is not guaranteed; if it is available, there is a $50.00 charge. Late departures are subject to a $50.00/hour charge.
- Please call us if you'd like to arrange different check in or check out or to stay for more than 7 Nights.
Amenities
Amenities: Converted train car cabin with 1 Full size bed, bathroom, and kitchen (no oven)
Requirements
- There is a 2-night minimum stay.
- Check-in is 3:00pm or after; check-out is by 10:00am.
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- All cabins are SMOKE-FREE! *Violation of this policy will result in a $200.00 charge
- Quiet hours are: 10:00pm-7:00am (Sunday-Thursday), and 11:00pm-7:00am (Friday–Saturday). Please be respectful and considerate of other guests.
Adventure Tips
Bring Comfortable Walking Shoes
The nature trail around Katie’s Kaboose has uneven terrain; sturdy shoes will help you enjoy the walk safely.
Use Insect Repellent
Florida’s woodlands can attract mosquitoes and other insects, especially near the fire ring and trails.
Fire Safety Around the Fire Ring
Always ensure fires are fully extinguished before sleeping or leaving the area to prevent wildfires.
Respect Quiet Hours
Katie’s Kaboose is a peaceful retreat; maintain quiet during evening hours to preserve the serene environment.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- White-tailed deer
- Eastern box turtles
History
Katie’s Kaboose was originally a 1928 train car that has been preserved as a unique lodging reflecting local heritage.
Conservation
Adventures Unlimited emphasizes low-impact stays, encouraging guests to minimize waste and respect local wildlife habitats.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable Walking Shoes
To safely explore the nature trail around the lodging.
Insect Repellent
Helps prevent mosquito and insect bites during warmer months.
spring specific
Flashlight or Headlamp
Necessary for safely navigating trails or outside areas after dark.
Light Jacket
Provides extra warmth during cooler fall evenings and mornings.
fall specific