All aboard! Caboose lists for sale in Georgia. Take a peek at the ‘vacation lodge’
Ready to escape basic, average vacation destinations?
Why not try… a caboose?
It’s now possible — what’s usually the tail end of a train has landed on the real estate market in Dahlonega, Georgia, for $41,900.
“Calling all outdoor enthusiasts!” the listing on Realtor.com starts. “New listing featuring 1 acre with approximately 186 ft of Etowah River frontage AND a historical 1976 CABOOSE that can be tailored to your idea of the perfect vacation lodge!”
Photos show that the caboose, while a little rusty, has been put to good use in a former life.
“At one point, it was used for camping and vacationing,” listing agent Jenna Ritter told Realtor. “It hasn’t been used for that in quite some time; but it’s got a little loft inside of it for sleeping quarters, a little living room, and it used to have a full kitchen in it.”
But be warned the interior needs a little love and buying the potential vacation structure will be an investment.
“You can own your own place to camp and fish all while getting paid back in equity!” the listing says. “Pan for gold as an added bonus! Lumpkin County has been declared as the third fastest growing county in the country, as well as Georgia’s 2023 best small town!”
The listing is held by Virtual Properties Realty Biz.
Dahlonega is about 65 miles northeast of Atlanta.
This story was originally published September 27, 2023 at 12:30 PM with the headline "All aboard! Caboose lists for sale in Georgia. Take a peek at the ‘vacation lodge’."