Spend The Night In A Historic Train Car Overlooking A Creek In Illinois
By Melissa Mahoney|Published February 26, 2021
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Melissa Mahoney
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I'm an east coast girl living in a west coast world. I grew up in New England before moving to SoCal for several years. I then lived in NYC or a year before moving to AZ in 2009. I worked in the entertainment industry for many years of my adult life and have a deep love for photography, writing, and traveling around the U.S. as well as to far-flung locations around the world. Travel is my life and writing about it is a dream!
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Train travel has always been an alluring mode of transport and one of the best ways to see some incredible scenery. Many even enjoy an overnight stay in a train car which is an experience in itself. Located in Plano, Illinois is a historic train car that sits atop a bluff overlooking a creek, and you can spend the night. This train may not be moving along tracks anymore but you will have the luxury of seclusion and scenic views for a stay you won’t soon forget.
Let’s have a look at this historic train car Airbnb.
This Pullman train car, known as the Constitution, was built in 1905 and served as transportation for President Harding and President Wilson. It was used as Air Force One is used today.
The original part of the train car has four staterooms, a galley, a dining room, and an observation deck. It has many preserved elements of when the car was first built and will be one of the most unique accommodations you will ever stay in.
Two large living rooms, each with its own fireplace are add-ons to the train car along with a master bedroom and bathroom. Each living space provides a pleasant place to relax.
The fully-equipped kitchen is a great space to cook meals which you can then enjoy by one of the fireplaces, outdoors when the weather is nice, or in the dining room.
With its location on top of a bluff overlooking Big Rock Creek, you'll feel relaxed as you listen to the water and other sounds of nature. You will see plenty of wildlife in this natural setting, and, if you're lucky, you may even be able to spot a bald eagle!