Title: Enchanting Train Car Retreat Close to the Beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Enchanting Train Car Retreat Close to the Beach ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91780000/91778000/91777957/99472ccb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91780000/91778000/91777957/5a4a28ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91780000/91778000/91777957/98d1e134.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91780000/91778000/91777957/9e54cfac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91780000/91778000/91777957/a3d1327d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience Duluth's unique charm at Train Car Retreat, a one-of-a-kind stay that blends history and vintage appeal with updated amenities. This beach escape is just a ½ mile walk to Canal Park, the Lift Bridge, restaurants, and attractions. Relax in the living room built from original train car woodwork or unwind on your private patio. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Enchanting Train Car Retreat Close to the Beach Step back in time with this one-of-a-kind Train Car Retreat in Duluth, MN—a charming, elegantly converted 1920s-30s passenger train car transformed into a cozy, historic home. Nestled just steps from Lake Superior's pristine shores, with public beach access only a few minutes' walk away, this unique stay offers an unparalleled blend of vintage allure and modern comfort. Perfectly positioned just a half-mile stroll from Canal Park, the iconic Lift Bridge, restaurants, and attractions, this is the only train car stay in Duluth, promising a truly unforgettable experience for history buffs, couples, families, and anyone seeking a distinctive escape. Once a passenger car rolling along Park Point's tracks, this historic train car has been lovingly restored to preserve its original character. Imagine settling into a living room adorned with authentic woodwork, vintage windows, and original train hardware, all crafted into a cozy, tiny-home-style retreat. The Sleeping Car bedroom on the main level features twin bunk beds, evoking the nostalgic charm of a bygone era, while upstairs, a private master bedroom with a custom-made king bed offers modern comfort with a nod to the train's elegant past. Local craftsman Alan Jensen has masterfully blended vintage train elements with custom furniture and local art, creating a space that feels both timeless and unique. The Train Car Retreat isn't just a place to stay—it's a journey back in time. A fully equipped kitchen with heated floors and patio access opens to a delightful outdoor space, perfect for soaking in the sights and sounds of Duluth's working harbor. Savor your morning coffee on the patio while listening to the reveille of the nearby Army Corps of Engineers or the Coast Guard's announcements echoing across the water. Watch massive ships salute the Lift Bridge as they glide through the harbor, or embrace the occasional “Bridged” moments—lasting 5 to 25 minutes—when the bridge rises for passing vessels, offering front-row seats to the rhythm of Park Point life. Just across the street lies the best public beach access on Park Point, with seven miles of white sand beach beckoning for exploration, alongside a playground and picnic area for family-friendly fun. The updated bathroom, complete with heated floors and a spacious walk-in shower, ensures modern comfort after a day at the beach. This tiny-home train car, with its twin bunk beds and upstairs master, maximizes space without sacrificing style, making it ideal for a cozy, memorable getaway. This is more than a vacation home—it's a rare opportunity to live inside a piece of Duluth's history, right on the edge of Lake Superior. Whether you're a Harry Potter fan enchanted by the train's whimsical charm or a history lover captivated by its storied past, this Train Car Retreat offers a one-of-a-kind experience in one of Duluth's most coveted locations. Book now for an unforgettable escape where vintage elegance meets lakeside serenity. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake ### 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 ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### 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 ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 ### Property is also known as 502669 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=46.773296,-92.08879&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:eho%7CG%7CaaqP%3FU%3FW%3FU%40W%40U%3FW%40U%40W%40UBU%40UBW%40UBUBUBUBUDUBUDSDUBUFSDUDUDSFSFSDSFSFSFSHSFQFQHSFQHQHQHQHOHQJQHOJOHOJOJMJOJOHMLMJMJMLMJKLMJKLILKLKJKLILILINILGLILGNELGNGLGLENENELCNENCLCNCNCLCNANANAN%3FNAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40L%40N%40NBNBNBLBNBNDLBNDLDNDLFNFLFLDNFLHLFLHNHLJJFLJLJLJJHLLLJJJLLJLJLJLJLJNJNJLJNHNJNHNJPHPHNHPHPFPHPHRFPFPHRFRFRFRDRFRDRFRDTDTDRDTDTBRDTBTDTBT%40TBTBTBV%40T%40TBT%40V%3FT%40V%40T%3FV%40T%3FV%3FT%3FT%3FVAT%3FVATAV%3FTAVCTATATCVCTCTATCTETCTETCRETETERETETGRERGRERGRGRGRIRGPGPIRIPGPIPIPINIPKPINKNINKNKNKLKNKLKLKLKLMLKJMJMLKHMJMJMJKFMJOHMHMFMHOFMDMFOFMFODMDODMBODOBMBODO%40OBO%40M%40O%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAO%3FOAOAOAMCOAOEMCOCOEMCOEOEMEMGOGMGOEMGMIMGOIMIMIMIKKMKMKMIKKMMKKMMKMKMMMIMKOKMKOKOIOKOIOKQIQIOIQIQIQGQISGQGQISGSGSGSESGSGSESEUEUGSCUEUESCUEUCUCUCUCUAUCWAUCUAUAWAU%3FWAUAW%3FU%3FW%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cNOWviYRvWeCOXfMmprBtz1oKF0=) Duluth, MN #### What's nearby - Aerial Lift Bridge - 12 min walk - 1.0 km - AMSOIL Arena - 18 min walk - 1.6 km - Bayfront Festival Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km - Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km - North Shore Scenic Railroad - 4 min drive - 2.6 km #### Getting around - Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 22 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Grandma's Saloon & Grill - ‬14 min walk - ‪RT Quinlan's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Hoops Brewing - ‬18 min walk - ‪Canal Park Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Enchanting Train Car Retreat Close to the Beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Enchanting Train Car Retreat Close to the Beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Enchanting Train Car Retreat Close to the Beach? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Enchanting Train Car Retreat Close to the Beach located? > Located in Park Point, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Superior, Aerial Lift Bridge, and Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center. Lake Superior Maritime Museum and Park Point Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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