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Milwaukee Road Tableware. Here's a typical
breakfast place setting at the
Iron Horse Inn BB. The oval peacock plate is part of the serviceware once used on the Milwaukee Railroad dining cars. Click on the hotspots to
tour the Inn... The
Iron Horse Inn offers seven bright and airy
rooms upstairs, each named after a railroad crewman who actually stayed here. Accommodations range from economical to exquisite, and each captures the essence of the bygone era of railroading. Antique
furniture and railroad memorabilia are featured throughout.
Three rooms share two spacious
bathrooms (Main Hall).
Four rooms have
private bathrooms (1920 Addition), including the elegant Brady
Suite with a jetted
bathtub. Also offered are four genuine caboose cars that have been renovated for your comfort, while preserving their charm and character.
Three guest rooms grace the Main Hall of the
Iron Horse Inn. The
rooms share two large
bathrooms. John Johnson
Room Eyelet lace and plum highlights this
room with double and twin old-fashioned metal beds. Writing
desk. Shared
bath. $80. Reserve this
room... Dale Porter
Room Blue and white double
wedding-ring quilt on queen bed. This
room features small sitting
room, large wardrobe, and overlooks creek. Shared
bath. $80. Marvin Canary
Room Queen bed, yellow wildflower dcor, overlooks a creek. Shared
bath. $80. Hallway The Main Hall includes a spacious hallway filled with historic Milwaukee Road memorabilia. Guests can relax in the reading area at the end of the hall.
Shared Bathrooms Large
mirrors and counter tops, plenty of space, sitting area.
Four guest rooms share the 1920 Addition of the
Iron Horse Inn, each with its own private
bath. Casey Jones
Room Not the real Casey our Jones is named Richard!
Quiet corner
room in blue and white has view of creek. Double bed, private
bath. $95. Emil Schweighart
Room Shaded by the tall pine tree, this large corner
room features two English oak double beds with coverlets of dusty rose. Baskets and flowers complete the mood. Nice view of creek and mountains. Private
bath. $115. Bill Crossman
Room Cool and inviting with colors of green and white highlight the pine
furniture in this
room with double bed, wardrobe, and writing
desk. Private
bath. $95. Brady
Suite Named in honor of a five-generation Milwaukee Railroad family, this is our special occasion
suite. Separate
bedroom features a massive solid oak four-poster queen bed with hand-crocheted lace coverlet. Parlor contains two wingback chairs and English oak antiques. Private two-seat
whirlpool tub veiled in lace. Private
bath. $145. Reserve this
suite... Four genuine caboose cars have been lovingly renovated for your comfort. Perfect for families or for those who enjoy more privacy. All caboose cars feature private
bath,
TV/VCR, microwave,
refrigerator, and outside sun deck. GN (Great Northern) Caboose Dedicated to Milwaukee RR conductor. Clothed in pastels. Queen bed plus three seating areas that can convert to child-size bunks. Full private
bath includes a standard sized jetted
tub. $145 double occupancy. Reserve this caboose car... NP (Northern Pacific) Caboose Dedicated to Milwaukee RR engineer. Our cute little red woodside caboose sports a double bed, A/C, and a large
whirlpool tub in the private
bath. $145 double occupancy. Milwaukee Caboose Dedicated to Milwaukee RR conductor. You can't miss this one! Milwaukee orange and yellow colors outside; deep, rich greens inside. Queen bed, three twin bunk options and a 3/4
bath with
shower. $145 double occupancy. SP (Southern Pacific) Caboose This 1964 bay window steel caboose car features queen bed, private
bath with jetted
Jacuzzi tub, sitting
room with table and chairs, A/C, and back deck near the creek. $145 double occupancy.
Dining Living Rooms. The downstairs area of the Inn is graciously decorated with railroad memorabilia and information for rail buffs.
Dining Room Each morning, the aroma of freshly brewed
coffee and a full country
breakfast greets you as you enter our large and friendly
dining room. Doug, who was trained at the Culinary Institute of America, carefully prepares your morning meal. Examine the model trains and collection of railroad lanterns as you enjoy a leisurely meal to begin your day.
Living Room Packed with historic photographs, artifacts, railroad magazines, and more. Piano is available for those who play. Railroad signals and crossing signs can be seen on the grounds of the Inn. Abundant
parking is available. Perfect for retreats,
weddings,
luncheons, and reunions for groups of up to 25. When you arrive at the Inn, the large front porch will welcome you. Enjoy the comfortable Cle Elum weather on the porch swing. The gazebo has hosted many events, from
weddings to
barbecues. The swing set is a favorite with young children. The hot
tub is just outside the
living room.
Pulled by a 4,000-horsepower diesel-electric locomotive, Hiawatha Passenger Cars represented the ultimate in comfort. Designed to be sleek, and adorned in cheerful, well-coordinated colors, Hiawatha Trains also contained state-of-the art mechanical systems to smooth the ride. The Hiawatha logo finds its inspiration from the legendary 16th century chieftain of the Iriquoi Indians and the subject of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's famous poem, The Song of Hiawatha. The
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Breakfast lies in one of the most diverse, scenic, and historically-rich areas of Washington State. A drive of just minutes in any direction will deliver you to rugged peaks, historic antique
shops, or outdoor sporting activities. Milwaukee Road Historical Association. History, memorabilia, articles, and more on the rail line that the
Iron Horse Inn used to serve. Historic Towns Cle Elum, Roslyn (a coal mining town, 10 minutes away), Ellensburg (numerous antique and gift
shops, 30 minutes away), Liberty (a gold mining town, 30 minutes away), and others. Northern Kittitas County Historical Society. Information on local museums and railroad history. South Cle Elum Depot. Across the tracks from the Inn. The Friends of the South Cle Elum Depot (FSCED) are working to restore this former Milwaukee Railroad depot and power substation. Don't miss
lunch at the newly renovated Depot
Cafe Museum, just around the corner from
Iron Horse Inn BB. Milwest Milwaukee RR Lines West Historical Society. Website devoted to the former Milwaukee Road Lines West. Information on events, travel, locations, operations, media, rolling stock, structures, models, and employees. CMSP Railway Travel Scenes. Historical scenes from the old Chicago Milwaukee St. Paul line, provided by Fruit From Washington. Bicycle Adventures offers first-class bicycle
tours of the western US, western Canada, Hawaii, and New Zealand. Their. Volcanoes of Washington
tour spends a night at the
Iron Horse Inn. Sleigh rides, horseback rides, horse-drawn hay rides, and wagon trains. Winner of the 1999 Pollstar Best Outdoor Venue Award. Check the concert schedule.
Iron Horse State Park/John Wayne Trail. Runs right by the Inn. Former main line right of way of the Milwaukee Road, the park stretches more than 100 miles across the Cascade Mountains. Park uses include: hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, bird watching, fly fishing access to the Yakima River, snowshoeing, and cross-country
skiing. Lake Easton State Park. Large lake great for fishing, boating, and water sports. Just 20 minutes away. Wenatchee National Forest, Cle Elum Ranger District. Home to limitless outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, camping, water sports, winter sports, mountain climbing, and more. Every Labor Day weekend, in Ellensburg. Ranked #23 in the world. CRR Stage Line (509) 674-2303. Hay rides or sleigh rides on the Coal Mines Trail between Cle Elum and Roslyn. High Country Outfitters. Horseback riding day
trips in the Teanaway Valley northeast of Cle Elum. Flying Horseshoe Ranch. 2-hour horseback rides in the hills above the beautiful Teanaway River. Cle Elum
Bike Hike (509) 674-4567.
Bike rentals and repair and information on. Ellensburg Cross Country
Ski Club. Maps of favorite routes, mountain weather reports and forecasts, and a message board. Sun Country
Golf Course (509) 674-2226. Cle Elum-Roslyn Chamber of Commerce. Resources for upper Kittitas County.
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Breakfast is a member. Ellensburg Chamber of Commerce. Resources for the Ellensburg area.
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Breakfast is a member. East Cascades Bed
Breakfasts.
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Breakfast is a member of this bed
breakfast association. Information and links to other BBs in the county. Country Discoveries Magazine.
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Breakfast was recently featured in this travel magazine. Washington State DOT Mountain Pass Conditions. Check current conditions on mountain passes. Reports run October 15 through April 15. Weather forecast also available.
This friendly train conductor can be met in the 1920 Addition of the Inn. The conductor's uniform was donated by a retired Milwaukee Railroad conductor. Before requesting a reservation, please note the following: Children are welcome; children under 2 free. Facilities are available for retreats,
weddings, etc. All rates include full
breakfast. Discounts are available: -AAA, AARP, Milwaukee Railroad Retirees -Package discounts on multiple
room/multiple night stays for reunions,
conferences, etc. - Deposit and cancellation policies: Rates are based on double occupancy; additional persons $20 each. Payment in full required at time of check-in. Deposits are refundable with seven days notice (with shorter notice, your deposit can be applied to secure a future reservation date within 30 days). Cancellations are subject to a $10 service charge. No-show charges are one night stay plus tax. Arrival Time is 4:00pm; check-out is 11:00am. Holiday weekends require a minimum two-night stay. Visa, MasterCard, check, and cash payments accepted. To make reservations by
phone, call 1-800-2-2-TWAIN (WA OR) or (509) 674-5939, or send e-mail to. Desired Arrival Date: Comments, Questions...? Note: After you submit this form, we will respond to let you know if the Inn is available on the dates you have requested. We will provide instructions for paying your deposit, if you choose to reserve a
room. Once your deposit is received, your reservation is complete.