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About Paradise Station and Red Caboose Motel
Red Caboose Motel began in 1970 with 19 red cabooses and now describes 38 cabooses plus a baggage car, mail car, farmhouse suites, and the Victorian Conductor’s Quarters. Rooms vary in size, bed arrangement, decor, and accessibility because the historic cars are not standardized hotel construction.
Casey Jones’ Restaurant occupies two former Pennsylvania Railroad P-70 dining cars and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The wider Paradise Station property also includes the Depot gift shop and the Barn at Paradise Station for performances, weddings, and events.
Strasburg trains pass beside the property, but lodging here does not include a railroad ticket. The motel, restaurant, and railroad are separate purchases and schedules; direct booking is the best place to confirm a particular room, minimum stay, accessibility, and cancellation terms.
What stands out
Sleep inside railroad equipment
The signature rooms occupy cabooses and other cars rather than merely using train decor.
Watch the active Strasburg line
The property sits beside the railroad, adding real train movement to the overnight setting.
A full rail-themed stop
Restaurant, lodging, gift shop, and performance spaces can support more than a quick photo visit.
Pair it with the train
Why it belongs in a Strasburg Rail Road trip
Paradise Station is about half a mile from the Strasburg depot and sits beside the operating line. Use it as an overnight rail-themed base or meal stop, but drive between visitor entrances and keep the railroad’s boarding time separate from hotel check-in.
Before you go
Plan your visit
- Room choiceCaboose layouts and decor vary. The property asks guests to call if a specific room or configuration matters and does not guarantee every request.
- Check-in and checkoutThe official room page lists 3 p.m. check-in and 11 a.m. checkout; early or late service may carry an additional fee.
- AccessibilityMost historic rooms are not accessible. The property advertises one fully accessible caboose and asks guests to contact the front desk about specific needs before booking.
- Stay restrictionsA two-night minimum can apply during Day Out With Thomas, holidays, and many April–December weekends. Cancellation rules vary by date and booking channel.
- RestaurantCasey Jones’ Restaurant operates year-round except Christmas Day, with current hours published separately. Larger parties should call about reservations.
- Room policiesGuest rooms are non-smoking and do not permit pets. Service-animal or accommodation questions should go directly to the front desk.
Nearby rail pairing
Add National Toy Train Museum
Operating layouts and toy-train history are close by on Paradise Lane.
Useful answers
Frequently asked questions
Are all guest rooms inside cabooses?
No. The property also lists a baggage car, mail car, farmhouse suites, and Conductor’s Quarters. Confirm the room type before booking.
Are the caboose rooms wheelchair accessible?
Most are not. The property advertises one fully accessible caboose and asks guests to call the front desk with specific access needs.
Does a motel stay include Strasburg Rail Road tickets?
No. The motel and railroad are separate businesses with separate bookings and schedules.
Can I request a particular caboose?
You can request one, but the property says requests and exact photo-to-room matches cannot be guaranteed.
Are pets permitted?
The published lodging policy says pets are not permitted in motel rooms. Contact the property directly about a trained service animal or accommodation.
Trust and accuracy
Sources
Source checked 2026-08-11. This free guide has not yet been confirmed by the venue. Current hours, prices, services, and accessibility can change; confirm time-sensitive details directly.