Cass Scenic Railroad State Park

Cass Scenic Railroad State Park

COTTAGES or Company Houses – Cabooses – Wilderness Cabin

COMPANY HOUSES are your accommodations.
When you visit and stay at Cass Scenic Railroad, choose from among several completely furnished, standard, two-story cottages for your stay.

Originally houses from the turn-of-the-century logging town at Cass, these six-, eight- and ten person cottages have been totally refurbished and feature bathrooms and fully equipped kitchens, cooking utensils, tableware, towels, dishcloths and linens. Energy efficient wood stoves, available in four of the houses, and electric heaters provide heat, and one cottage is accessible to the disabled.

Open year-round, the cottages are rented by the day, up to a maximum of two weeks. Cottage weeks run from 4 p.m. Monday to 10 a.m. the following Monday when renting weekly.

Dogs and cats are permitted in a limited number of cottages.
Call for reservations with pets.

View WV State Parks pet policy here

Fare Bonus for Extended Stay Guests
Cottage guests staying five nights or more receive two free Cass train tickets to the destination of their choice.
Contact the park office for more information about bonus fares.

Reservations
Telephone Cass Scenic Railroad directly at (304) 456-4300, or by dialing toll free 800 CALL WVA.

The Cass office is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 7 days a week in the summer season, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the winter season.

When making cottage reservations for four nights or more, a deposit of one half the rental fee is required with the balance due upon arrival; for three nights or less, the full rental fee is required. If you make your reservation by telephone, you will have 10 days to make payment, unless it is a last minute reservation. In case of cancellations, deposits will be returned (with the exception of a $20 handling fee) if notice is given 30 days in advance or if the cottage can be rented.

CABOOSE RENTALS
Cass Scenic Railroad offers cabooses for rent by the day or for overnight or longer. Cabooses provide private accommodations for a small group of up to 12 people for day trips, and up to 5 people overnight. All caboose rentals are by reservation only.

Three historic cabooses provide an exciting and special ride into history at Cass Scenic Railroad. You will be well protected against the elements, and the cupola seating provides a great view of the famous Pocahontas County scenery, especially for the kids.

Each caboose is equipped with a coal heating stove and sink.
Coal and drinking water are provided.

More about the individual cabooses:

Caboose #311 - This 1940's era steel caboose is 9' X 25' inside, with a set of bunk beds and a daybed. The cupola seats convert into two youth beds (22" X 72") for those youngsters who want a "sleeping under the stars" experience. It is equipped with a dinette for six, a gas refrigerator/freezer and plenty of storage space. This is the primary overnight caboose will be left at Bald Knob.

Caboose #50 - This 1920's era wooden caboose is 7.5' X 24' inside, with two daybeds and a dinette for two. This caboose is used primarily for day trips.

Caboose #51 - This 1920's era wooden caboose is 7.5' X 24' inside, with three daybeds, only two of which have mattresses. This caboose is used primarily for day trips.

Note: Caboose #50 or #51 may be stationed at Whittaker for overnight use, allowing the other caboose for day trip reservations.

Trip information
On overnight trips, you will ride the train to your destination, where you will find the caboose uncoupled. This gives you a great opportunity to enjoy and explore the remote backcountry atop Cheat Mountain. On especially busy days, the cabooses may not be available for rent. Arrivals and departures at the Bald Knob and Spruce locations are not always available since the train does not run there every day. Please check our regular schedule for potential destinations for a specific day.

Important information for caboose renters
The information provide at this link goes into some detail and will help you decide whether an overnight caboose is for you.

Click here to download and print very detailed information and
rental policies about the overnight caboose accommodations.
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WILDERNESS CABIN – a true outdoor experience
You’ll be on top of Cheat Mountain when the trip stops. Your overnight experience begins after to hike ¾ of a mile to your wilderness abode. You can ride the train back to civilization on the day you reserved for your return! Bring your sleeping bag and pack your own water. Cooking utensils and wood for heating are provided. Outdoor facilities are available.

Some basic information about the Wilderness Cabin
You will be going into a vast backcountry area part of the Monongahela National Forest at an elevation of 4,800 feet. Be prepared for weather much colder and wetter than what you would expect at lower elevations. You will also be entering black bear country and should take proper precautions in the storing of food.

The wilderness cabin has no electricity, running water, or refrigeration.
You should generally plan on bringing full backcountry camping gear.
Items you may need for your visit include: bedding such as a sleeping bag (bed frames are provided); camping stove and fuel (wood stove and wood provided, but more difficult to use); camping light and fuel (no lighting is provided in the cabin); flashlights; matches; toilet paper; first aid kit; cooler; water purifying equipment; food, toiletries and personal items.

More information will be provided to you upon reserving our wilderness cabin.

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