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Big Bend Getaway: Classic Adobe with Modern Flair

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

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

Big Bend Getaway: Classic Adobe with Modern Flair

Summary:
Big Bend Getaway: Enjoy comfort, style, and privacy in this Terlingua Ranch vacation home

The Space:
EXTRA FEES MAY APPLY. These might not appear in quote and will be added if applicable.
Dog Fee: $200 for one or two dogs.
No more than two dogs allowed.

This custom adobe vacation rental home is the perfect "getaway" when visiting the Big Bend. Located on 40 acres and at the end of a long drive, the Big Bend Getaway provides seclusion and privacy. Furnished in a western style with modern flair, the house is built for comfort and relaxation indoors and out. Thick adobe walls and efficient heat and air keep it cozy in any type of weather. The large front porch and screened dining porch provide shade from the heat and protection from flying insects. The carport will protect your car from desert sun and storms. The main bedroom has a queen bed and its own AC and heater for a perfect night's sleep. The second bedroom also has a queen bed and is located beside the living room. The kitchen is equipped with everything you would typically need to prepare and serve most meals. Enjoy your meals in the rock floored dining room or on the dining porch. Relax in the comfortable living room, the bedrooms, one of the porches, around the fire circle, or on the double hammock.

We can comfortably lodge four adults on the two queen beds. Dogs are also welcome. If you have a larger group, consider renting multiple homes. Dos Corazones, Crystal Valley, Terlingua Ranch Retreat, Ringtail Cabin, Texas Home, and Desert Aura are all just a short drive away.

We recommend bringing a good book, or select one from our bookshelves, many about Terlingua and the Big Bend region. Just kick back and enjoy the solitude inside or out. Of course, there are lots of other activities to keep your stay busy and exciting. Watch the abundant birds, wildlife, and desert plant life on our twenty acres or as you walk, bike, or drive along the hundreds of miles of dirt and rock roads of the 200,000 acre Terlingua Ranch. Sign in at the Terlingua Ranch Lodge and hike along the remote and breathtaking trails through the Christmas Mountains. Visit Big Bend National Park (just 30 minutes to the west gate) or Big Bend Ranch State Park (just 45 minutes to the Barton Warnock Visitor Center). Enjoy meals, drinks, live music and more at the various restaurants and bars in the area. Sit out at night to watch the stars, tell tall tales, or enjoy a small fire. Drive along some of the most scenic roads in Texas. Raft or canoe down the Rio Grande. Enjoy a guided horseback ride or jeep tour through the rugged west Texas landscape.

With so many options, you can return home as relaxed or exhausted as you choose. Either way, you'll “getaway” from everyday life and bring back countless memories.

The Neighborhood:
TERLINGUA RANCH: Located between Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park and including much of the town of Terlingua, Terlingua Ranch is a private subdivision of over 190,000 acres, divided into 9,500 tracts owned by about 5,000 individuals and crisscrossed by 1,100 miles of dirt and rock roads. Tracts range from five acres to several hundred acres. It is some of the most rugged and scenic land in Texas.

Back in the 1960’s, the Ghost Town and much of what later became “Terlingua Ranch” was owned by racing legend and car designer extraordinaire, Carol Shelby and some of his friends. The decided to promote the area by holding a chili cook-off in the then abandoned Ghost Town. That little stunt of a cook-off grew into CASI (Chili Appreciation Society International) which now hosts nearly 500 chili cook-offs around the nation and internationally, all leading up the championship cook-off every year in Terlingua. Shelby and friends later subdivided the Ranch and started selling it off to hunters and rugged naturalists. Over the decades, the area was reborn and an eclectic community of nature lovers, artists, musicians, adventurers, and folks just wanting to escape from “civilization” has grown and started to resettle this rough country.

People have come and gone. New buildings have risen while others have fallen, Dreams have been realized and others crushed. Through it all, the land remains. The harsh desert and vast openness encourages positive development and slowly swallows up and recovers from past abuses. The old cinnabar mine sites and ranching outposts persist as relics and ghost towns, some redeveloped, some carefully preserved, and others dissolving back into the desert. Abandoned dreams eventually become points of interests for those of us that stumble upon them decades later. Terlingua Ranch is a bizarre mix of old and new, good and bad, growth and decline, all completely unregulated. Modern homes with high values and stunning designs stand beside dilapidated do-it-yourself mistakes and abandoned ruins of the 1800’s and early 1900’s.

The landscape is even more varied than the people and the structures. Rugged mountains, deep canyons, wild arroyos, dry and wet creeks, peaceful valleys, breathtaking badlands, moonscape like mud flats, the remains of ancient volcanoes, and fossilized ancient seabeds. All of it nurturing a vast array of plant life and wildlife. Around every corner and over every hill lies new and unexpected surprises.

The Ranch is now home to a few hundred hardy souls. It is also dotted with a diverse array of vacation rental lodging options and campsites. Like the diverse land, they range in quality, style, value, and price. A few are amazing dream destinations. Some are good places to sleep. Others are the stuff of nightmares. (We don’t manage any in the nightmare category.)

Big Bend Vacation Rentals started out in 2007 and initially managed three of the first four vacation rentals in the Terlingua and Terlingua Ranch area. We now manage dozens out of a couple of hundred options. We represent dozens of property owners and have hosted tens of thousands of guests. You can trust us as managers, and you can rely on the properties that we manage. We have become very selective about the properties and the property owners that we add to our portfolio.

Interaction with Guests:
We manage several properties and live several miles away. We are available by phone, text, email, or messaging. We are typically only on site for cleaning or maintenance issues.

Property manager

Janet Eby

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

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About the neighborhood

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Terlingua, Texas

What's nearby

  • Many Stones - 48 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Big Bend National Park - 57 min drive - 38.4 km
  • Panther Junction Visitor Center - 94 min drive - 73.3 km
  • Santa Elena Canyon - 101 min drive - 61.2 km
  • Chisos Basin Visitor Center - 102 min drive - 78.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Bad Rabbit Cafe - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Bend Getaway: Classic Adobe with Modern Flair pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Bend Getaway: Classic Adobe with Modern Flair?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Bend Getaway: Classic Adobe with Modern Flair?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big Bend Getaway: Classic Adobe with Modern Flair located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 25 mi (40 km) of Many Stones, Big Bend Library, and Big Bend National Park. Persimmon Gap Visitor Center and Big Bend Ranch State Park are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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Big Bend Getaway: Classic Adobe with Modern Flair Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 179 out of 191 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 191 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 191 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 191 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 191 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Solitude and home base for sightseeing
A great out of the way place for our trip to Big Bend. Quiet, clean and comfortable with lots of extras. Enjoy the desert, sky, and all the fun stuff on the ride in and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mulin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Very nice place for friends and family to enjoy the wilderness. We arrived pretty late but thanks for the detailed map guide by the owners and google map (yes this place is on google maps and very accurate) but still take us some effort to locate this place. I strongly recommend arrive before sun sets it will be much more easier to find the property and enjoy the stunning view.Overall fantastic experience
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

D C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful skies
Perfect experience for our first visit to BBNP. We enjoyed the peace and beautiful sunrises. It was great to be able to bring our dogs. The porches were a great bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely a Home Away From Home!
We loved escaping San Antonio to come out to Terlingua and this home made it all that much better. It was so peaceful and had everything we needed. Every night we sat on the porch and enjoyed our wine. So relaxing and we loved how quiet the area is. Perfect place for stargazing!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janna J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Remote Ecstasy
This is the perfect place to stay to visit Big Bend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Star watching gem
Loved this property. Perfect for star watching and quiet evenings. We will rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big Bend Experience
The property was about as close to Big Bend NP as we could get. The view from the front porch was spectacular (especially at sunrise) and the night sky was incredible. We even saw a small herd of javelinas on the property as we were leaving. The property itself satisfied our needs. The owners gave us great directions to this remote location and tips on what to wear and what supplies to bring. Overall a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BB Ntl Pk trip
Location was awesome especially when you want away from the big city. Starry skies brought it all together. Simply phenomenal.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
This place was beautiful, clean, we had everything we needed. The hosts checked in with us to make sure we had everything we needed. The views were amazing! We will be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M., Blue Ridge, Tx

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Go West
Amazing scenery, peaceful. Nothing but the sounds of nature.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Getaway
We enjoyed our stay, especially the peace and quiet of the place. House was well appointed with supplies. The drive to Terlingua and the Parks was, as described, in the listing, which made for long day trips. Sitting outside after dark and watching the skys come alive was our favorite pastime. If you want to be away from neighbors, noise and light pollution this is the place for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Beaumont, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely private dessert getaway with wildlife
We really enjoyed the front porch, very private, beautiful views and quiet. Watching lots of birds, and even javalina's came walking by. It was further away from Terlingua as we thought, based on the vrbo app, but worth it. Directions were clear, but written for driving from the north. However we drove from the south, since we stayed in Chisos first. We loved our stay a lot!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, rustic Big Bend experience
Private location with beautiful views. Thunderstorms each evening were breath-taking. Hosts provided all the water we needed. Easy drive to the national park and surrounding area/activities. Terrific directions. Rugged driveway, not for a low-slung car.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful & relaxing retreat
I cannot say enough wonderful things about our stay. My husband and I came here with our 2-year old and our 2 dogs. It was so beautiful and peaceful; it seriously revitalized my soul. To the landscape, to the beautiful night sky, to how well the home is maintained; it was just what we were looking for! I can't wait until we can visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dream house
Set into a mountainside with a beautiful vista to the east and a hammock for ease of stargazing. Loved the screened in porch and the front porch lined with Adirondack chairs for a relaxing evening after some treks through Big Bend. Really comfortable accommodations. The supply of drinking water and a well stocked kitchen was much appreciated too! Was a bit of distance from the Park but totally enjoyed our stay there. Watch out for the burros on the ranch road!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific Big Bend Getaway
We had a wonderful long weekend staying in this house and hiking Big Bend. The house was perfect - comfortable, private, beautiful views, dark at night. We grilled and cooked each night, and the house was well stocked with everything you need. It is a little over an hour drive to the Chisos Basin hiking spots, so take that into consideration, but unless you are camping you are still going to be 30 minutes away and won't have the privacy and beautiful views that this house offers.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelli W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
This VRBO had all we needed for a quiet week away. The hosts provided very helpful information (such as where to purchase fuel and stock up on groceries) so we could plan our arrival in advance. It is quite a drive to get into Big Bend NP from here, but plan on a lot of driving pretty much anywhere you stay in the area. We saw a coyote one morning when we took a walk down the road. Also saw a roadrunner up very close when it hopped up onto the windowsill next to the sofa where I was sitting and reading (inside). Thanks for the lovely accomodations.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

A Perfect Winter Home in Near Big Bend National Park
We stayed at Big Bend Getaway for the months of January and February. Loved it - the house was clean, well stocked, attractively furnished. Supplies were promptly replenished throughout our stay. The property managers couldn't have been more helpful - shared plenty of local lore with us which made our explorations of the area even better. We were either mountain biking, hiking or running every day. Dinner in the screened in porch every night. I'd set the alarm so I could be up in advance of sunrise every day - stunning. I would highly recommend the managers and the place.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Stan M.

Beautiful Weekend at Big Bend
Very nice little getaway with, as advertised, wonderful night time skies and beautiful sunrises. House came with everything you need, even a couple of things I forgot to pack. My only comment on the house was the shower, I wasn't sure if I could move the shower head, it seemed to be taped. With the shower being quite small (which is fine) it would've helped to be able to move the shower head. But all in all no complaints. Had a very nice weekend hiking at Big Bend and relaxing at the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robert J., Austin

Not the first 5 star review
It was sure hard to leave this desert gem. My fiancé and I always wanted to explore West Texas and we picked the Big Bend Getaway as our base camp and we were sure glade! On our way out there from Marfa (which btw the owner has places in Marfa as well if you're looking for a one stop shop) we were blown away by the massive desert. I now understand why Walter White picked the desert as his mobile lab operations and why many ex mobsters in movies hide out in the desert. IT'S MASSIVE as far as your eyes can see!!! Definitely stop in Alpine for suplies, the next closest town is Terlingua. Even the locals there go to Alpine for groceries. Big Bend is about a 30-45 min dive away. Terlingua is a very cool funky ghost town, perfect for wetting your whistle after a day hike in Big Bend. Heads up, when driving North back to I10 you will go through a interior border check point. Now the actual getaway! This place is well designed and decorated. It's a very comfortable place to hang out. There is a great porch to watch the sun rise over the mountain peaks. The screened in porch was our favorite place to eat and play board games. Walking around the property was a blast as well. Right behind the house is a nice little ridge you can hike up. From the peak you can see the whole massive valley. There is also a dry river bed you can walk down which was fun until a rabbit scared the heck out of me! Fully stocked kitchen and BBQ that wont let you down come meal time. It is a one bedroom with a funky nook which includes a futon. You could easily have 4 people in this house. Definitely stay a few days, we sure wish our stay was longer!

8/10 Good

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Sunrises and Outdoor Living!
We had a very nice stay at The Getaway! The home is on the small side, but feels more spacious due to the high ceiling and the open layout of the kitchen, dining and living areas. We spent most of our time on the covered porch or on the screened dining porch. The breezes are amazing! NOTHING beats the night sky here! Turn off all lights to the house and the stars pop out. There’s even a telescope in the home for stargazing! Bring books or other things to keep you occupied in your downtime as there is no TV. One thing to keep in mind is power outages are possible and we experienced a 7-8 hour outage our first day. The home has non potable water from a rain catchment system and a pump moves the water to all faucets and the toilet. No electricity equals no lights OR water. Flashlights, food and drinking water are HIGHLY recommended. There is a propane grill that was nice to have during the outage. There is a drinking water dispenser in the kitchen, but again, it’s electric, so plan ahead. This home is 10 miles down Terlingua Ranch Rd, which was a negative for us, but may be a plus for others. Once on the highway, the trip to Terlingua and the Chisos Basin are a relatively easy trip. There was nothing to spray down the counters after cooking. We spilled water on the kitchen floor and when we wiped it up the paper towel was pretty dirty, so it could’ve been cleaner. There were spiderwebs, but I guess that’s to be expected in the desert. I knocked off a cleanliness star because of these things. All in all this is a great rental if you’re looking for seclusion, peace and quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terlingua Peace
A beautiful, peaceful, quiet place to be and rest in between adventures in Big Bend National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome views
Close enough to do Big Bend trips but it feels like you’re miles away from it all when you’re at the house. Hammock is a great feature for viewing the stars at night. A/C and everything advertised worked perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property
We could not have been happier with our stay at your property. It was very clean and had absolutely everything we needed. Gave us a chance to unplug and unwind. Views were amazing and stargazing on the hammock was the highlight of our trip. We will definitely be coming back to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All expectations met.
Had a great few days in the Big Bend region. We sought peace and quiet and was not disappointed!! The property was clean, and perfect for our trip. We could have not asked for a better experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024