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Opened 2021 · Queen ensuite

The Guards Van

About this carriage

A charming, compact Queen suite with a large, modern bathroom, meticulously restored in 2020 and opened in April 2021 as the most recent addition to the train stay. Originally an HG mixed-train Guards Van with a small passenger compartment and Guards room, built at Eveleigh Carriage Works in 1900, it was converted to a Workman's Van (L1162) in 1952, then condemned and sold at Mudgee Yard to Scott for $60 in 1983 – serving as a workshop, storeroom and occasional overflow bedroom until its full-scale renovation. A roof over the whole area helps preserve and cool it while creating a covered social space linking the Station and the Van.

Its story

  • 1900 Built at Eveleigh Carriage Works as a mixed-train guards van
  • 1952 Converted to a works train van
  • 1983 Moved to Ruwenzori
  • 2020 Fully restored
  • April 2021 Opened to guests

Features

  • ✦ Queen Bed
  • ✦ Luggage racks
  • ✦ Electric wall heater, and louvered windows and fans in Summer
  • ✦ Ensuite bathroom with walk in shower and underfloor heating
  • ✦ Undercover outdoor area for relaxing

Add the Guards Van to your stay

Every Ruwenzori booking starts with the State Car and includes the Dining Car, Station and exclusive use of the grounds. Add the Guards Van for up to two extra guests or to enjoy a separate queen suite.

EraBuilt 1900 · opened 2021
Sleeps2
Rates
Week nights (Mon–Thu)+$125.00 / night
Weekends (Fri–Sun)+$165.00 / night

Whole-property rates and peak-period pricing - see all rates.

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