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Sleeper Train Car on the River! Campground Type Property. 100 acres!

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5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Children’s area
Smart TV, fireplace
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

5 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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Dora, AL
  • Place, Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, UAB Hospital
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Alabama at Birmingham
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham, AL (BHM-Birmingham Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sleeper Train Car on the River! Campground Type Property. 100 acres!

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Located on 100 acres on the Locust Fork of the Black Warrior River- 23 miles from Birmingham, Alabama. This gated property is six miles off of I-22.
This very unique sleeper train car features 4 of the original roomettes- three western themed rooms and a Dolly Parton room! Each of these roomettes include a small murphy bed which pulls down right out of the wall! (Murphy beds may be too small for some adults). The living room, bedroom and 2 roomettes also have mounted televisions. There is a bedroom on the end of the train with a queen bed and a private deck which leads to a hot tub!
This property comes with plenty of outdoor entertainment for family and friends!
Cornhole, Horseshoes, Firepit, 2 Grilling Areas, Decks, Karaoke Machine, Covered Pavilions, Volleyball, Hiking, Kayaking and Tubing (at your own risk). Kayaks and tubes not included.
The sound of the shoals below provide a peaceful setting for a relaxing stay. There is a private road which leads to the river. We just added 2 holes of Putt Putt Golf with more to come!! ⛳️

In addition, (1) 6 person tent can be added for additional charge as well.

Local Businesses:
Dollar General .5 miles
Fire Department . 4 miles'
Walmart 3.6 miles
Taco Bell 3.5 miles
Walgreens 3.7 miles
Within 5 Miles...McDonalds, Jacks, Guthries, Greentop BBQ, Pharmacys, After Hours Clinics, Doctors Office, Gas Stations, TD's Outlet, Sides Furniture, Boutiques, Coffee Shop, Teas, 2 Mexican Restaurants.
Jasper, Alabama - 20 miles
Gardendale, AL - 19 miles
Huntsville, AL 91 miles
Montgomery, AL 110 miles
Birmingham 25 miles Sayre speedway runs in season on Saturday nights. 1 mile

*Please note this is a river property and is located in a mountainous region. There are steep areas- some without railing. Kayaking and Tubing are done at your own risk. The river may be up after a rain and may become very swift. Bring your rod and reel for fishing! No parties allowed.
At this cabin, you'll find features such as 1 hot tub. The cabin includes amenities such as a fireplace and a patio.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with fireplace, patio and Smart TV
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 21.2 miles (34.1 km) from Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex and 23.2 miles (37.3 km) from University of Alabama at Birmingham
As a guest of Sleeper Train Car on the River! Campground Type Property. 100 acres!, you'll find a hot tub and barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Dora cabin.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please stay away from edge of bluffs. There are areas that do not have safety railings.
No pets

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Please supervise children around steep areas.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Sleeper Train Car on the River! Campground Type Property. 100 acres! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pictures dont do this place justice. Its absolutely amazing!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P., Bessemer, AL

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a neat experience and history. We enjoyed our stay and the kids loved the sleeping quarters! We will be back again one day!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique and fun stay

This property is so unique and neat. Lots of thoughtful items and equipment. Very responsive and helpful host. Our family had such a fun time here and would recommend 100%
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Train Car Stay On The Black Warrior River

Wonderfully Stay in the river, Very Unique Place. "My 16 yo daughter loved this place, that tells you a lot about the characteristics of the way this property is design to meet all needs of all ages! Our 9 yo old loved it too! We had family travel from Mississippi and we traveled from Georgia to meet in this small town of Dora! It.was exclusive, the entire property to yourself, very quiet. We enjoyed watching the rabbits early morning while having our coffee on the covered porch, kayaking, playing connect 4, yard pong, hot tub karaoke night, grilling every night! It was high 80's-low 90's and the train stayed very chill when time to come in and hydrate. Owners both were very accommodating, helpful, and answered every question we had! Beautiful property, we really loved all the lights around the property We will most definitely be back in the fall! Thank you again for a great hosting! We have stayed in many VRBOs, and this by far is "one of a kind".CheersThe Pruett's
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique, secluded and fun!

Had a great stay during the Rock the South event! We never stayed in a train car on a river before. That box is now checked!Good place for a couple with kids but do not recommend for multiple couples since only one bed that sleeps two.Had fun playing horse shoes during the day and singing Johnny Cash on karaoke machine til 2am each. (Wives were not happy)River too high to get kayaks out so will have to try next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent experience

We loved our stay! The place was beautiful from the inside out, it had everything we needed from soaps, pots, pan, dishes and paper products! The best part was how sweet the host were.. I’d suggest this place to anyone and everyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Glamping Girls Trip

The train car was so much fun!! We stayed with five women as a girls trip for the weekend and it was perfect! The property was beautiful. Even though it rained and was cloudy for our trip we had plenty to do! The lighting was perfect. Loved the hot tub. I mean why are you still reading the review? You should just go on and book!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique Family fun at Riverwpod!

The Labor Day weekend at Riverwood was 5 star from start to end! The Pullman train 🚂, along with all the great amenities available, was the perfect unique location to spend a family weekend. The inside of the Pullman car was clean and had a rustic historic feel while at the same time providing the modern amenities, including TVs and WiFi, that we needed. Outdoors the stock pool, hot tub, fire pit, kayaking and covered outdoor dining area with a TV were a big hit with the teens and adults alike. The hosts, Nikki and Chuck, went above and beyond, from Chuck helping us to launch the kayaks to Nikki's prompt response to all my numerous questions and requests. I would highly recommend a stay at Riverwood in the Vintage Pullman train car if you are looking for private, peaceful retreat with family and nature! 5 stars all the way!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela H., Birmingham, AL

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Birthday Getaway!

You don’t want to miss this hidden gem! We will 100% be staying again. The Train at Riverwood was so much fun perfect getaway for our family and birthday celebration. Beautiful views and property, so unique sleeping in the perfectly decorated and stocked Train. The host were amazing! They had everything we could need and then even more. We were beyond happy with our stay and had an excellent time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place for a getaway

This was an incredible place to stay and would be a fantastic getaway for a couple or family. The train car was amazing and super comfortable. There was so much to do on the property, you could stay here for days and not get bored. Beautiful setting, too!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Serena V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Springbreak

This property was unique and super fun! My kids loved playing outside, the hot tub and the stock tank pool. We did not play in the river due to temperatures and age of your kiddos. We made a fire at night and the kids loved having their own little train car rooms. The host was amazing!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny F.

Liked: Cleanliness

An amazing well kept place

I’ve stayed at multiple places and I have to say that this is one of the best trips I’ve been on with my husband. The cold hindered us from doing all that there was to do but the coziness and quietness was exactly what we needed. The host are exceptional. Going above and beyond to make our stay fantastic. I can’t say enough about this place and we will hopefully return when the weather gets a little warmer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James A.

Liked: Cleanliness

NATURE, NOSTALGIA & THE NEWEST

This unique property is a panorama of three distinct "ages" in America. First is the "Natural Age" with beautiful dense forest untouched by human interference as far as the eye can see; the Black Warrior River winding across the property; lush vegetation and wildlife. Second is the "Industrial Age" with the centerpiece of the property - a vintage Pullman streamliner sleeper car from the glory days of rail travel in America. Third is the "Digital Age" with satellite tv's, good internet and cell phone connection. The owners/hosts are delightful! They are very welcoming and go out of their way to ensure that guests are comfortable and that their stay is enjoyable. They are readily available and very responsive to questions and/or any concerns. At the same time they are very respectful of guest privacy. The owners/hosts have skillfully refurbished the interior of the railcar. They have added modern details, pleasing decor, comfortable furnishings and new appliances thus creating a very homey atmosphere. They have carefully retained enough of the original features of the railcar (ceiling, passenger "call" switches, sliding doors and original porter's station) to maintain railroad authenticity and the integrity of the original Pullman creation. The property is private, secluded and feels like it's many miles from anything. Actually it's only a few miles from anything you might need. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning. James Ashley & Dr. John Garcia
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leonard H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesomely Unique Experience

Niki met us there on Friday night as we arrived to explain some of the things she thought we might have had trouble figuring out (she was right), which was a huge help. Both she and Chuck (the owners) were super helpful throughout our stay and you could tell that they genuinely wanted us to enjoy our stay, which we did. You can tell they have poured the heart into this place and my family enjoyed every aspect of the property. If you are looking for a peaceful retreat with many outdoor activities and all the conveniences of home, I recommend you give this property a hard look. Thanks Niki and Chuck, hope to be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023