Stockyards Station (Grapevine Vintage Railroad) Apartments For Rent

Posted by Kelly Sons on September 21, 2008 19:16

What Dallas/Fort Worth areaapartment-ite doesn't delight at the sight of a rumbling western railroad? Stock Yard Station and the Grapevine Vintage Railroad are perfect fodder such charming distractions.

This western style family destination is full of shopping, dining and exciting events. The first stop for any Texas apartment-ite visiting Stockyard Station must be Billy Bobs Texas, the world's largest honky-talk. The area is over three acres of dancing, live music

shows, indoor rodeo, bull riding, dozens of bars, restaurants and arcade games. Check out the celebrity handprint wall of fame!

The Grapevine Vintage Railroad consists of 'Puffy', 1896 Steam locomotive and oldest constantly operating steam engine in the South and another vintage working locomotive. They journey along the historic Cotton Belt Route between Grapevine and the Fort Worth Stockyards.

Take the historic walking tour and check out the livestock exchange building. Walk through actual Texas Trail of Fame and check out the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame. Visit the winery, the art gallery and grab a bite to eat at one of the fantastic restaurants.

Texas apartment-ites love to take in a few shows at the Stockyard Station. The shows and events change and always offer something new and exciting. Catch shows like the Fort Worth Herd CowCamp, and Cattle Drive, the Summer Station Music Series, Cowboys and Cruisers Truck and Bike Show or Christmas in the Stockyards.

Apartment-ites the country over enjoy the Stockyard Station and Grapevine Vintage Railroad for so many reasons. But most of all it gives us all a taste of our own unique American heritage.