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The Red Caboose Train Carriage

8 reviews
Self Catering

Review Summary

4.4 out of 5from 8 reviews for The Red Caboose Train Carriage
Cleanliness
4.6/5
Service
4.5/5
Location
4.1/5
Safety
4.6/5
Value for money
4.3/5
Nicole H - Aug 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nicole H
With partner

All aboard magical journey.

Affirmation of the Red Caboose's charm. The attention to detail provides a unique yet luxurious ambiance. One can unwind in the hot tub and enjoy local wine - pure romantic getaway. Morning coffee amidst the tranquility of working farms and a mountainous backdrop is purely serene. Evenings are spent watching the sunsets by a cozy fire. Though nearby roads are audible, the place still ensures enough privacy and safety. A truly enchanting experience overall and amazing storyline behind the build.

The Red Caboose Train Carriage 's response

Thank you so much, Nicole! So glad you could celebrate your birthday with us.

The Red Caboose Train Carriage
Marius V - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marius V

Nostalgies, unieke rustigheid.

Baie lekker en unieke blyplek. Alles wat jy benodig vir selfsorg.

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Nostalgic, unique tranquility.

Very nice and unique place to stay. Everything you need for self-catering.

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Vivica O - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Vivica O
Family with young children

Such a beautiful stay.

Absolutely the best experience ever. Will definitely go back.

Herman M - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
1/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Herman M
With partner

Swak baie swak. Die plek ruik na riool binne-in.

Was die laaste twee aande van ons vakansie en wat 'n teleurstelling. Ons het regtig baie uitgesien om daar te bly, maar alles was verkeerd vanaf ons daar arriveer het. Geen water in die hottub nie, en die bier wat ons bestel het, was warm. Die volgende oggend kon ons nie bad nie, want die geiser was af. Maar die ergste van alles is die rioolreuk van die toilet wat die hele plek vol hang. Dit is regtig baie onaangenaam. Dan is die plek ook omtrent 50 m van die hoofpad af.

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Weak very weak. The place smells like sewage inside.

Was the last two nights of our holiday and what a disappointment. We were really looking forward to staying there, but everything was wrong from the moment we arrived. No water in the hot tub, and the beer we ordered was warm. The next morning we could not bathe because the geyser was off. But worst of all is the sewage smell from the toilet that permeates the whole place. It is really very unpleasant. Then the place is also about 50 m from the main road.

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The Red Caboose Train Carriage 's response

I had forewarned the guests that the pool and hot tub were empty as the borehole pump had tripped at 11:30 am. When they checked in at 4 pm, the electricians were already busy with the repairs and by 4:30 the pool and hot tub were filling up. I was told this is unacceptable. Sometimes things go wrong and living in the countryside things can't get done straight away. The fact that it was sorted by 4:30 was great. My husband even went back and lit the hot tub; and brought the guest a large cold beer. The beer from the picnic was not cold and I apologised for that a few times and did not charge for the beers. The caboose is near the road, yes, but it doesn't bother guests. It's not a busy road. It's a security plus in my point of view - less likely for someone to come looking for trouble if visible from the road. It is definitely still private at the accommodation. The geyser had tripped from a quick power outage. The water heats up in 10 minutes so once turned back on it would have been a short wait. Again, I apologised. The sewage smell - I've never had anyone complain before but it did smell when I went in to clean after the guests checked out, so maybe they did not flush it properly (it has a foot flush) as now there is no smell at all again. And there have been more guests staying there since. It is not mentioned that a free night's accommodation was offered, the complimentary bottle of wine was cold on arrival, and the hot tub was lit for them.

The Red Caboose Train Carriage
Jonathan C - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jonathan C
Family with young children

What a surprisingly unique experience.

We felt welcome from the minute we arrived. Steph and Dustin did an amazing job restoring the old 1941 caboose. After all the rain and floods in the area, we also had the chance to do some 4x4 driving on the roads to get there Again, what an amazing experience. Nothing was lacking and it was wonderful to be in nature, even if it was only for a few days.

Giles C - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Giles C
Family with young children

Lovely unique stay in McGregor in the Red Caboose train carriage.

We loved our stay at the Red Caboose. Everything was beautifully made up, and we were all so impressed with the conversion of the train carriage. It's perfect for young families.

Carla G - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Carla G
With partner

Stil, rustig en absoluut pragtig.

Die Red Caboose is 'n uitstekende bestemming en verseker 'n moet besoek! Baie netjies en mooi versier en toegerus met alles wat jy dalk sal nodig hê. 'n Mens kan net al die moeite en aandag wat aan die ou wa gegee is, waardeer.

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Quiet, peaceful and absolutely beautiful.

The Red Caboose is an excellent destination and definitely a must visit! Very neat and nicely decorated and equipped with everything you might need. One can only appreciate all the effort and attention given to the old wagon.

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Thank you Carla. I am so glad you enjoyed it so much!

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Franci B - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Franci B
With partner

Interesant.

Dit was 'n baie interessante ervaring en het dit baie geniet.

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Interesting

It was a very interesting experience and thoroughly enjoyed it.

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