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Train Wreck Inn - The Blue Train Car

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A blue train with a wooden deck, a sign reading "TO TRAINS", and a wooden structure with a roof.
A cozy interior with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with stools.
A pathway leading to a row of cabins with wooden railings and a gravel path.
A cozy room with a dark wall, a wooden floor, a yellow sofa, a yellow armchair, and a small table with a lamp.
A blue train station with a covered waiting area and a wooden staircase leading up to it.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Grand Coteau, LA
  • Place, Grand Coteau Historic District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Coteau Town Hall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Louisiana at Lafayette
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lafayette, LA (LFT-Lafayette Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Grand Coteau

In Grand Coteau .With a stay at this Grand Coteau vacation home, you'll be steps from Grand Coteau Town Hall and Grand Coteau Historic District. Sunset Town Hall and Sunset Community Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Grand Coteau Historic District - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Grand Coteau Town Hall - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of Louisiana at Lafayette - 17 min drive - 17.3 miles
  • Cajundome - 18 min drive - 17.5 miles
  • Youngsville Sports Complex - 34 min drive - 29.1 miles

Getting around

  • Lafayette Station - 16 min drive
  • Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Original Ray's Grocery Plus - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mouton's Food Mart - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lee's Cajun Cuisine - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hebert's Boudin and Cracklin - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Train Wreck Inn - The Blue Train Car

About this space
The Blue Train Car is a gem at the Train Wreck Inn - a retro train motel in Grand Coteau, LA! Vibrancy and efficiency make this unique stay on a retired mail car an unforgettable getaway.

Inspired by filmmaker Wes Anderson’s infamous color palettes, this space is complete with a record player, antique glassware, and a custom kitchen. Enjoy our courtyard’s hammock and seating areas, or take a stroll to the cafe and shops. The Blue Train Car is ready to take you on your next adventure in style.

The space
Located in the center of the quaint town of Grand Coteau, the Train Wreck Inn is the perfect spot to rest your head.

Your stay in the Blue Train car is sure to make special memories. Enjoy coffee, tea or a cocktail in the main room's warm glow that is casted through locally made stained glass. We suggest pairing this with the charm of a record spinning some old tunes! Time truly stands still here, if you let it.

Mingle in the beautifully landscaped courtyard or hop in the hammock for some quiet reading time in the shade. We have multiple seating areas to enjoy a meal or beverage outside. Take a stroll next door to the cafe or an antique shop.
Guest access

The courtyard is open to all guests to enjoy.

Parking for one vehicle per VRBO is available on site on Chatrian St, with additional public street parking on the front side of the motel (on Martin Luther King Dr.)
Other things to note
Our spaces are very old, compact and efficient, and we love that about them! Choices for layout and items on board were made based upon this. A few quick notes:

- TVs are available upon request - just let us know when you book. (Having no TVs is part of our style choice, but we’re happy to accommodate and want you to be cozy!)
- Keep in mind the Train Wreck Inn is composed of spaces that are old and quirky. We take pride in their condition and cleanliness, but note that they are actual pieces of history / not brand new.
- Kitchens are custom built and fully stocked. We provide an electric kettle and French press + local coffee and tea. (Instructions to use French press and electric stove are included in your Check In Guide. There is also an electric coffee pot in the cabinet if you prefer.)

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets

  • No pets 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Train Wreck Inn - The Blue Train Car to the airport?

This vacation home is 16.4 mi (20-min drive) away from the Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Train Wreck Inn - The Blue Train Car have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Train Wreck Inn - The Blue Train Car offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Train Wreck Inn - The Blue Train Car?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Train Wreck Inn - The Blue Train Car?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Train Wreck Inn - The Blue Train Car?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Train Wreck Inn - The Blue Train Car have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Train Wreck Inn - The Blue Train Car have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Train Wreck Inn - The Blue Train Car to downtown Grand Coteau?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Grand Coteau.

Train Wreck Inn - The Blue Train Car Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bennett B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great! Very nice and clean, a perfect one night trip with our kids!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place to stay. Very quiet and private. Host communicates well.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The train car we stayed in was awesome. It is such a great property and very unique. Everything was extremely clean and everything you could need was provided. I stay at a lot of different places and this one was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a perfect little cozy place for a getaway! Still close to the major towns. Cute little cafes in walking distance! The host was very attentive and made sure we were taken care of! I would recommend these to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025