All aboard for the experience of a lifetime at Caboose Junction Resort!
Planning a family reunion or group getaway? We get it. Finding the perfect spot that makes everyone happy can feel overwhelming. You want a place that's memorable, affordable, and makes you look like the hero for picking it. Caboose Junction Resort is that place. With its unique blend of historic charm and lakeside fun, it's the perfect setting for family reunions, group retreats, and gatherings of up to 32 guests. You'll get a one-of-a-kind experience your group will talk about for years, and at a price that makes sense for large families. Unforgettable memories, unmatched value, and a location like no other, Caboose Junction has it all.
★ Please see our booking rules below before booking ★
Location Highlights
❖ Table Rock Lake – steps away
❖ Silver Dollar City & Branson Attractions – 30 minutes
❖ Dogwood Canyon – 15 minutes
❖ Black Oak Amp – 3 minutes
During June and July, the listing and price includes the entire resort, which sleeps up to 32 guests. The main house accommodates 12–14 guests, and each of the six cabooses sleeps 3 guests. This setup is ideal for around 20 adults and 12 kids. Please see below for dates when you can add on the cabooses.
Experience a stay like no other at Caboose Junction Resort, where American railroad history meets lakeside fun. Nestled on 9 private, lakefront acres on Table Rock Lake, this one-of-a-kind property features six restored Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway cabooses from the mid-1900s. These authentic train cars once traveled across the Southwest and now offer cozy, family-friendly accommodations with modern touches like cable TV, A/C, and mini-fridges—each sleeping up to 2 adults and 2 kids. Perfect for train lovers and nostalgia seekers, each caboose is a slice of history you can sleep in!
The main lodge sleeps 14, with 6 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, a full kitchen, spacious dining areas, and two living rooms. Together, the property sleeps up to 32 guests, making it ideal for family reunions, retreats, or group getaways.
Main Home Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 14 total)
Best suited for 10 adults + 4 children.
• 1 King En-suite Bedrooms
• 2 King Bedroom
• 1 Queen En-suite Bedrooms (separate entrance from home)
• 1 Queen Bedroom
• 1 Bedroom with Two King Beds
• 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa (in downstairs living area)
• Bedrooms on every level
Caboose Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 3-4 total)
Best suited for 2 adults + 2 children.
• 1 Queen Sized Bed (Loft Area)
• 2 Twin Sized Bunk Beds
• Step above camping
Free Amenities:
» No cabooses November 1 - April 1
» Brand New Private 8-slips boat dock
» Swim Deck
» Kayaks
» Ping Pong Table
» Pool Table
» Fire Pit
» Free Wifi
» Gas Grill
» Access to Serenity Shores Resort (September - April bookings)
Extra Perks: From September through April, your group also gets free access to the incredible amenities at nearby Serenity Shores Resort (just 10 minutes away), including:
• Mini golf course
• Sand volleyball & basketball
• Treehouse & outdoor games
• Outdoor hot tubs & firepits (with free firewood)
• Paddle boats, kayaks, canoes & more
PLEASE READ – IMPORTANT BOOKING RULES
These rules are required, even if the booking platform allows you to select dates outside of them. Your reservation will not be accepted unless it follows the guidelines below. Please read carefully before booking.
• Cabooses are closed from November 1 to April 1. During this time, only the 6-bedroom main house (holds 14 people) and private dock are available. Rates have been adjusted accordingly.
• Peak Season (Memorial Day Weekend through the third week of August): Reservations must be Saturday to Saturday (7-night stays only).
• Spring and Fall (April 1–May 25 and September–October): The rate includes only the main house, which sleeps up to 14 guests. You may add cabooses for $199 per night, per caboose during this time.
• The cabooses offer a unique experience that's a step above camping
• If you're booking the entire resort, the cleaning fee is $750, and an additional charge will be added.
HOLIDAY RESTRICTIONS
No check-in or check-out on the following holidays:
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day
*Cabooses are closed November 1 - April 1.
*MUST be at least 25 years old to make a reservation.
*Check-In 5pm, Check-out 10am strictly enforced.
*No smoking, vaping, or parties permitted at this property.
* Any pets (small, non-shedding, off-season) must be preapproved by the owner and will include a pet deposit and pet fee.
* Events or weddings must be approved by the owner prior to booking and will include an event or pet fee.
* Even during the off-season, renting just the main home ensures an exclusive resort experience all to yourself.
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