Make Your Caboose Stay Even More Memorable
Turn an overnight stay into something even more memorable with one of our Curated Caboose Experiences. From romantic touches and birthday surprises to s’mores by the fire and a picnic on the lawn, each experience is thoughtfully prepared and waiting for you when you arrive.
Choose one of our signature experiences, or let us help create something especially for you.
The Young Railroader Experience
Perfect for young railroad fans, this adventure includes a conductor hat, wooden whistle, red bandanna, and access to the Caboose Conductor's Challenge. Explore the caboose, discover hidden details, complete the challenge, and create unforgettable memories during your stay.
Take a Little Caboose Home
Restoring History
Follow the remarkable transformation of the H&R Caboose Roost from a weathered piece of railroad history to the one-of-a-kind getaway it is today. This 22-page, 8×8 keepsake book shares the restoration journey through photographs and captions, capturing the work, milestones, and memories that brought the caboose back to life.
A special keepsake for train lovers, history enthusiasts, or anyone who wants to take a piece of the Caboose Roost story home.
Let's Plan Something Special
Every celebration is unique, and we'd love to help make your stay even more memorable.
Whether you're planning a surprise anniversary getaway, celebrating a birthday, welcoming a newly engaged couple, honoring a retirement, or simply looking to add a special touch to your visit, we're happy to discuss custom ideas whenever possible
While custom requests are subject to availability, we'll do our best to help create an experience that's uniquely yours.
Sometimes the most memorable caboose experiences are the ones created just for you.
Have an idea in mind? We'd love to hear it.
Contact us before your stay and let's see what we can create together.
💍 Weddings & Elopements
Some love stories deserve a setting as unique as the journey itself.
Exchange vows on the caboose platform, celebrate with a private toast, and spend your first night together aboard a beautifully restored vintage caboose.
Our intimate elopement and vow renewal experiences are designed for couples seeking something meaningful, memorable, and unlike a traditional wedding venue.
Whether you're planning a simple ceremony for two or celebrating a special anniversary with a vow renewal, The H&R Caboose Roost offers a romantic railroad setting where every detail feels personal.
A Missouri Stay Unlike Any Other
In a world filled with ordinary hotel rooms, The H&R Caboose Roost offers something increasingly rare: an experience.
From the moment guests step aboard, they're transported into a piece of American history while enjoying the comforts of a thoughtfully restored retreat.
If you're searching for unique stays in Missouri, discover why travelers from across the Midwest are choosing a night aboard the rails.
Because the best trips aren't always about where you go—they're about where you stay.