A Room At This Railroad-Themed Bed And Breakfast In Iowa Is An Actual Box Car
Raymond Goldfield
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In the tiny village of Bentonsport, a few miles east of the city of Keosauqua, you’ll find the Mason House Inn. This historic hotel offers a unique place to stay with multiple rooms in the main inn. However, railroad history buffs everywhere know there’s one ticket that’s more exciting than any other – the Caboose Cottage. Converted from an actual train caboose, this fully-furnished room is one of the most unique places to stay in Iowa and is the best place to stay for a one-of-a-kind trip back in time.
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The inn is a small business so the hours and offerings change frequently. Make sure to visit the Mason House website to learn all about availability and special events.
Have you stayed at the Mason House Inn or enjoyed their unique Caboose Cottage experience? Let us know about your stay in the comments section.
But don’t make a stay at this railroad bed and breakfast your only rail adventure – take your obsession to the next level with a train-themed road trip!
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