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La Paloma Triste: Classic Adobe Near Big Bend NP

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2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is La Paloma Triste: Classic Adobe Near Big Bend NP pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at La Paloma Triste: Classic Adobe Near Big Bend NP?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is La Paloma Triste: Classic Adobe Near Big Bend NP located?

Situated in Terlingua, this vacation home is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Many Stones and within 6 mi (10 km) of Big Bend Library and Big Bend National Park. Big Bend Ranch State Park and Barton Warnock Visitor Center are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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La Paloma Triste: Classic Adobe Near Big Bend NP Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 126 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a perfect place for a visit to Terlingua and Big Bend. In a beautiful location just ten minutes from the businesses in Terlinqua and not far from the national park. Comfortable beds, bathrooms in both bedrooms, a nice big kitchen, and a great wood stove with plenty of wood. I loved looking out at night at the ski from the seats outside. It really was all I hoped for.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our 3-day stay at La Paloma Triste. The peaceful beauty of the property is a big draw. Stargazing each night and watching the sunrise in the morning made for wonderful experiences. The managers answered all communications very promptly. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Authentic house with great view
We loved everything about this house. We cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
This house was perfect for our family trip to see both the national and the state park. The property has a beautiful 360 view of the desert with ocotillos, birds, and mountains everywhere. Willow mountain right next to it is a lovely sight.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet place to stay in Terlingua!
The Adobe house was just as listed and really cool. Authentic and just perfect. The stars out there are amazing. We will be back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Joanna I.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Rustic privacy
The owners are delightful, and the house is on open desert near Big Bend, offering quietude and beautiful views. The house is old and quaint, and as such could use some TLC touches to make it a bit more comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot!
We loved the views and the house was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming desert home
The property was perfect. Clean, well stocked, quiet, close to Big Bend. We loved everything about it and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy G., Wingate, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to Come to
This house was perfect to come back to after a long day of hiking! Beds were comfortable. We did not use any kitchen stuff so we are unable to comment on the kitchenware but over all a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for Big Bend visit
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at La Paloma Triste. The location was excellent- close to town/park, but secluded and private. Coming back after a long day in the park, we relaxed on the porch and star-gazed at night. I highly recommend this house and hope to return again one day.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steven J., ARLINGTON

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful two bedroom with great veranda.
Delightful two bedroom with great veranda. Sunsets were fantastic. Very charming interior - all wood floors. Location to the park was also excellent. Would definitely stay again! Steve Joyce
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lydia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most perfect location
We had the best time staying here. The location was perfect. The views from every window where phenomenal. We were comfortable and the house had all we needed. The directions provided were very clear and helpful. I would jump at the chance to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beauty is everywhere
stay was amazing! the beauty of the setting was breathtaking. the house was spacious and well furnished. the AC was a bit iffy but that was ok. would definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Randall W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sad Dove Cabin Experience
The view and air were great!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Cornelia K., Houston, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent but….
It really is a dream of a place but mattresses and window-ac-units should be replaced. Everything else is in excellent shape and couldn’t be better. Location is a true five stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big Bend Vac
Did not realize how isolated the place was and the road to get there was rough being by myself with 2 kids
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

TRACY T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the place but . . .
Loved Sad Dove. Location and porch were awesome. Location to Big Bend is a huge plus. Would definitely stay here again and highly recommend. Could use a few improvements. Refrigerator needs to be replaced or defrosted, no toaster, update shower. Ceiiling fan in one bedroom did not work.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick D., Spring, TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet peaceful desert house
located conveniently close to BBNP and Terlingua just one mile off the TX 118. Isolated from other homes in the area. Suggest bringing in pre-cooked food as the kitchen is a mix and match of pots/pans/dishes etc. Note also the bathroom rules of not being able to flush your paper in the toilet-if you are uncomfortable with that this in not the place for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan H., Palmer, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location
We had a wonderful stay at this property to explore the parks, Terlingua, Marfa and Fort Davis. The house and property are beautiful. It's about a mile off the highway and very close to Terlingua and Big Bend National Park. The home is wonderfully secluded and quiet. All the amenities you need are present. The owner does request that no toilet paper be flushed in the toilets. There is a small trash can for you to use. The house is a mile down a dirt road. If there is no rain, you will be fine in a car. If it rains you will be grateful for 4 wheel drive.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie D., Frisco, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Experience
If you want an authentic West Texas adobe ranch house experience-this is the place. Enjoyed the front porch for morning coffee/bird watching & night star shows. The orientation of house faces south so a regular breeze felt on porch. Had a thunderstorm lightning show that was breathtaking. We went early June & vacation gods were kind w/cool nights & highs in low/mid 90’s. Has all the kitchen items you’d need. 2 Queen beds one soft, one firm - pick what u like. Hard pine floors/antiques dot the house & landscape - great conversation starters. Bring a lantern/flashlight if you’ve never experienced country dark. Suggest bringing water, great camera, and childhood dreams of riding the range and exploring.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colette W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with a view
The home is just as described on the website. Beds are very comfortable and the back porch is nice. It is close to a couple of properties but still very private. Kitchen is well stocked with cooking utensils. Home is very roomy, lots of space to spread out. We had a maintenance issue, I reached out to Janet at 6:45am by email and she responded almost immediately! June/July warning: this is no fault of the property owners but I would heed a warning of a June/July stay due to the extreme heat. Although the home stays comfortable with the 3 window units the kitchen stays in the low 80’s and the water temperature stays almost too hot to shower with. Again this is no fault of the home/owners its just part of the environment. I WOULD absolutely stay here again any of the other 10 months of the year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Martha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Out of This World - Really!
After many decades on this earth, I can say, absolutely, that this 5 day trip to the Big Bend area - staying at The Sad Dove property - was one of the TOP 3 trips of my life. Seriously. The name of the game when visiting this area of the country is location, location, location. I cannot imagine a better location than this. The natural surroundings are awesome and bountiful, in every direction. In the early morning while the sun is still in the east, if you line up the grill and the yucca and then look off into the distant mountains, you will see the "opening" of the Santa Elana Canyon, on the Rio Grande. Then hop in the car and drive to see its magnificent grandeur up close. It just takes your breath away. The location is also great for buzzing into Terlingua for a great evening meal at The Starlight Theater Bar and Grill. Food is fantastic, people are friendly, and some nights they have live music. One of the nights we were there, they had a local group with acoustic instruments and really nice singing in harmony. A main entrance to BB National Park is very close - about 20 miles or so from the house. Of course the park is magnificent. If you have time for only one thing in the park, go on the designated Scenic Drive. No words to describe, just do it. You won't be sorry. We found the house to be very comfortable and authentic, as an old adobe structure. Fits right in to the history and customs of the location. We used the kitchen more often than we ate out, and it was absolutely fine for all our needs. Appreciated the ice cube trays in the freezer and used them daily. The beds were comfortable, and it was great having 1 1/2 bathrooms. The interior temp was easy to regulate between the air conditioners and ceiling fans. Although one bedroom ceiling fan did not work, the room was entirely comfortable with the ac in use. As is, this is the most perfect rental situation I have ever experienced. If I could make one change, I would put different chairs on the porch. The black ones are not very comfortable and the ones in the closet were both broken. BUT even this did not cause any serious problems, We figured out a temporary solution, and had a wonderful, spectacular time, and would return to The Sad Dove for any future trip to the area. Thanks to all who make this place possible and available. MMH
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Terlingua!
The house is beautiful and perfectly captures the west Texas feel. It was very convenient for visiting both the state and national parks and terligua, but off the beaten path enough for some solitude. Kitchen had everything we needed and was very clean. No tv, but that was a plus- more time for star gazing. Only critique was shower pressure was very low, but it wasn't a big issue for us as we were out hiking every day. Would definitely recommend! It exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L., The Woodlands, TX USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, cozy, rustic, and very good location
Upon entering the house was very clean. It was cold during our stay and we enjoyed the wood burning furnace with free firewood. Electric heaters did the job too. The grounds and house have a collection of interesting things which we enjoyed. The kitchen was more than adequate for our needs. Being a suburbanite, I was concerned about the gravel road into the location but it was easy to navigate. We really enjoyed the place. We have no complaints about our stay. We would wish for some tile in the bathroom/shower, a television for streaming (wi-fi was excellent), and a toilet that would flush the paper. Thanks for great memories! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022