OUR STORY

The H&R Caboose Roost

More than a place to stay this caboose carries a story.

My love for trains began when I was a child, watching for my dad at a

railroad crossing in Sauget, Illinois.

He was a train engineer for the Terminal Railroad Association of St. Louis.

I would wave and count the cars, always hoping he’d see me.

The Meaning Behind H&R

The name honors two men connected to this caboose.

H is for my father, Harry who inspired my love of trains.

R is for Rick the previous owner, who dreamed of living in

the caboose, but never got the chance.

This restoration carries both of their stories forward.

What You’ll Experience

Morning coffee on the platform and firepit nights under the stars. A space where history and comfort meet.

From the cupola loft above the rails to the thoughtful details throughout, every part was designed to feel both nostalgic and welcoming.

What began as a dream has become a place where memories are made.

My hope is that your time here feels meaningful, relaxing, and truly one-of-a-kind.

More than a place to stay it’s an experience.

The restoration began in 2024.

It was taken down to its steel shell and rebuilt from the inside out with new framing, insulation, electrical, and plumbing.

In December, the caboose was carefully moved to its new home.

By spring 2025, it began to take shape again with new finishes, furnishings, and the details you see today.