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RELAX OFF THE BEATEN PATH!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 437 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

RELAX OFF THE BEATEN PATH!

This is one of the very few nightly rentals that provides an automatic backup generator in the event of power outage to south Brewster County.

Bring your camera and get ready to relax! Drive or Fly-in! The choice is yours.

We take great pains to insure that our facility is sanitized and disinfected as much as possible between visiting guests.

This is a 107 acre property full of wildlife, cactus, birds and hiking. This is a NON-smoking and No Pet rental. There is a $250 fee for violation of either of these policies. This property is accessible by car (the last 3 miles is a well maintained gravel road). The RV is a 34' 2018 Jayco Eagle Series bumper pull with two queen beds. This RV is equipped with huge flat screen TV, wifi, bluetooth stereo, double-door refrig/freezer, oven, range, outdoor gas grill, a gas griddle and a wood fired barbque pit with mesquite provided. This also comes equipped with 2 factory A/Cs and central heat, coffee pot with timer and a counter top icemaker. You will also find on-site a large charcoal/wood bar-b-q pit and lots of mesquite wood to cook with.

Also at the disposal of the customer is a 10'x 45' covered wooden deck with chairs and a ceiling mounted mister system for hot summer days. Beautiful views of Bell Mountain, White Horse Mtn and the Christmas Mtns can all be seen from this vantage point, none more than a mile and a half from the porch. This deck is also equipped with five 8' roll down screens for additional comfort from extreme heat. Of course there is a propane gas fire pit and a Chiminea with ample pinion pine firewood for cold winter days and nights. Enjoy the viewing of scaled quail, eurasian and white winged doves, mule deer, javelina, fox, coyote, ravens and red-tailed hawks. Blackbear, mountain lions and bobcats have also been seen close to the house. Absolutely no hunting or discharge of firearms is allowed. This home is completely dependant on rainfall. We request that all visitors limit their water consumption. These quarters come with a 6 gallon water heater which helps reduce long showers. Due to the various types of wildlife in the area and customer allergies, we have a no pet policy that is strictly enforced. There is also a $250 fee for violation of this policy.

There is a home on-site which is the owners private residence and customers are not permitted with it's use. The RV is located under a carport next to the owner’s home. If you Fly-in, we can arrange to have you picked up and provide you a 6-person UTV for rental if requested.

Area attractions include but are not limited to: Big Bend National Park (with access to a rowboat ride into Old Mexico for lunch and shopping), Big Bend Ranch State Park, Terlingua Ghostown, Lajitas Golf Resort, a beautiful River Road trip along the Rio Grande to Presidio, TX, chartered rafting down the Rio Grande through Santa Elena Canyon or Boquillas Canyon, and dinner at the Starlight Theatre in the ghostown. You are welcome to bring your own mountain bikes, ATV’s or UTV’S and ride out right from your front door. This property is a scenic 40 minute drive from the National Park.

Closer to home (1/2mile south) , you will find the Terlingua Ranch Headquarters office open 7 days a week, along with a cabana and bath house at the swimming pool. The ranch headquarters area also has a 7 day a week/ 3 meals a day café known as "The Bad Rabbit". There is also a laundromat located very close to the mgmt. office where they also sell bagged ice, logo T-shirts, wine glasses, caps and koozies.

If you are fortunate enough to have owners Mark and Michelle there on a visit at the time of your stay, you will surely benefit from their knowledge of the area and their ability (price negotiable) to take you on a UTV guided tour of more of the unknown areas of the 225,000 acre Terlingua Ranch.

There is a 10%discount on the nightly rate for Veterans. Copy of military ID card required. Call Mark at 806-781-7814, please leave a message.

Property manager

Mark Chiles

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Rafting nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 400 sq ft (37 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Those with service animals should take caution.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children should be watched closely

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Some limitations may apply, please contact us
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Terlingua, TX

What's nearby

  • Many Stones - 42 min drive
  • Big Bend National Park - 50 min drive
  • Panther Junction Visitor Center - 87 min drive
  • Santa Elena Canyon - 94 min drive
  • Chisos Basin Visitor Center - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bad Rabbit Cafe - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does RELAX OFF THE BEATEN PATH! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is RELAX OFF THE BEATEN PATH! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at RELAX OFF THE BEATEN PATH!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at RELAX OFF THE BEATEN PATH!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is RELAX OFF THE BEATEN PATH! 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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RELAX OFF THE BEATEN PATH! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 170 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big Bend
Great house, great host, great hot tub, great night sky!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chiles
It's a great place to stay and relax. The accommodations were very nice, and you could not ask for better hosts. We are looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

RANDY C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation get away
Loved that it was off the beaten path … beautiful scenery, loved seeing the deer,foxes, quail, dove and other wildlife.. Mark and Michelle were great host and hostess with a wealth of knowledge and funny 😊 Enjoyed our stay there .. 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
The RV is a great place to stay! It has everything you need (all the kitchen gadgets and plenty of bathroom and hot tub towels) and is very peaceful and clean. The beds were also comfortable and a welcome sight at after a long day of hiking at Big Bend. Mark did a great job communicating how to get there and check in so it was easy to find. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful stay under the dark skies. The hosts, Mark and Michelle, were informative, gracious, welcoming, engaging, and friendly. The accommodation was very clean and well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and enjoyable.
Waking up to the quail and deer outside the window and enjoying the evening on the porch watching the fox's was a real treat. An hour from Big Bend made it ideal.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of Wildlife!
Hosts were very accommodating and knowledgeable. Hot tub felt amazing after long hikes at Big Bend. Watching wildlife while sitting in a hot tub…doesn’t get any better than this!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property had everything you could need for a very comfortable stay. Hosts Mark and Michelle are very welcoming and knowledgeable of the area, highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful scenic nature environment. Lovely responsive hosts. Comfortable, exceedingly clean space. Be prepared to travel 40 min for a restaurant or grocery store.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice RV camping
Excellent bed, and interior furniture with all the accommodations!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

david w., Midlothian

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at Big Bend
We enjoyed everything about our stay in this clean well kept rv. Our son loved being able to feed the red tailed fox and watching the mule deer and javalinas come eat in the evening. The owners were onsite and are very friendly and accommodating. It was also a pleasure getting to sit on the porch and enjoy their company.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janette M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in the Big Bend area!
Our stay was super relaxing and fun. The RV was lovely, had comfortable beds, and was fully stocked with everything you could possibly need. Location was perfect too for visiting Big Bend National Park. Thank you to our wonderful hosts for your hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get-away
We had a wonderful stay and enjoyed the rest and relaxation! Our hosts were delightful. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Getaway
This was the perfect escape from reality! The hosts were very sweet and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Reeves vacay
We absolutely loved this property. The views are amazing and the cleanliness was superb! Mark and Michelle are wonderful hosts. I would recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fatima B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful scenery
Our hosts were friendly, our accommodations were clean, and the scenery was absolutely beautiful. We enjoyed sitting on the front porch and watching the wildlife.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain and desert VRBO
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We wanted to be able to explore Big Bend National Park a few days and also enjoy the dark sky and stars. Staying here allowed us to do both. We were blessed with also striking up a friendship with the owners. They were a delightful couple, interesting to chat with and very accommodating.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Living it up in the Texas backcountry
We loved our time at Mark and Michelle's property, way out in the Texas Backcountry. Our kids rated the RV the best spot we stayed on our vacation. We saw a gray desert fox, herds of deer, jackrabbit, and other local animals during our stay. Our hosts were wonderful and went out of their way to help us have a great time. It is roughly a 45-minute drive from terlingua Ghost Town, but its remoteness is what makes it so unique and memorable. We hope we'll get to visit again someday!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
The property is spectacular! The scenery, sunrises, sunsets, and the night sky are all beautiful. Lots of wildlife around during the evenings. Hot tub is a great way to relax after a day of hiking at Big Bend. Mark and Michelle were wonderful hosts, so friendly and helpful. RV has everything needed, including some handy extras (ziploc bags, tupperware, etc.) that you may not have as a traveler. Property is remote, about 45 minutes from Big Bend entrance, but a little extra driving is worth it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Property in a Breathtaking Location
Our stay in Terlingua was absolutely wonderful. The hosts, Mark and Michelle, have thought about every detail. Book this unique stay before someone else does!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Christina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Beautiful place
Nice place could be a little more distant from the owners house. Great hosts but would have been nice to be away from the main residence.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bambi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Desert Love
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The location of the property is ideal with an amazing view of the surrounding mountains. I totally fell in love with the desert while I was here. Mark and Michelle are excellent hosts and respectful of your privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C., San Antonio, TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for Single and Couples Travelers
I have stayed here many times and every trip has been great. The RV is very well appointed and makes for a very nice stay. It has everything you need and everything works and functions as it should. Mark and Michelle are incredibly helpful and friendly and a pleasure to deal with. If you are a single traveler or couple who likes stay in comfort, this is the perfect place for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super time.
Loved staying here with wonderful hosts and easy access to Big Bend National Park. Local cafe, Bad Rabbit was delicious. Host provided up close views of deer and javelina along with a great spa.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

scott l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Off the beaten path but we’ll worth the drive!
Our stay from start to finish was comfortable and very enjoyable! Mark and Michelle had everything to make our stay all we expected and the Hot Tub after a couple of Full days at Big Bend was a welcome and exhilarating sight when we arrived back from the Hiking! We have nothing but great things to say and if you’re heading to the area we both highly recommend!! Thank you for making our stay great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023