The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon.
The Santa Elena is a lovely stucco and stone accommodation facing Big Bend’s famous “Mule Ears” in the nearby Big Bend National Park.
The cozy room features a queen-size bed, air conditioning, wifi, and direct access to the West Courtyard and its’ firepit. The private bathroom includes a shower.
Its namesake, The Santa Elena Canyon is a fifty-minute drive from our guesthouse.
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Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Massage
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Games
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Note from host: Outside the room, on the patio.
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (limited availability)
Location highlights
In a rural location
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
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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
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
The Santa Elena Room 50 Minutes From Santa Elena Canyon
The Santa Elena Room 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon.
About the neighborhood
Terlingua, TX
What's nearby
Big Bend Library - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
Many Stones - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
Barton Warnock Visitor Center - 18 min drive - 18.2 km
Mesa de Anguilla - 53 min drive - 18.8 km
Santa Elena Canyon - 57 min drive - 36.3 km
Restaurants
Terlingua ghost town Starlight theater - 3 min walk
High Sierra Bar & Grill - 12 min walk
Taqueria El Milagro - 9 min walk
Chili Pepper Cafe - 9 min drive
Long Draw Pizza - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon. pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon.?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon. located?
Situated in a rural location, this aparthotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Big Bend Library, Many Stones, and Big Bend National Park. Big Bend Ranch State Park and Barton Warnock Visitor Center are also within 12 mi (20 km).
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Very cute property in the heart of ghost town. Hot water worked great, and the a/c/heater kept us very comfortable overnight even though it was super windy and cold outside. The communical kitchen worked well for us to cook a steak and enjoy on the patio. Beautiful scenary!
Santa Elena Room #1 was clean and cozy. Nice and private with bathroom inside room. Beautiful view of Terlingua and the stars. Walking distance to many things.
Beautiful location right outside the West entrance to the National Park. Coffee shop in Terlingua is just near the guesthouse. Sunrise over the mountains is spectacular, and the dark skies at night mean awesome starscapes.
Very peaceful, comfortable, and clean room with beautiful views from the patio. After day hikes at Big Bend it was wonderful to come back to our oasis and walk to dinner!
The property had everything we needed and was a great place to come back to after a day of hiking at Big Bend. The little coffee shop just below was a plus. Gorgeous views and night skies.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Not a lot of options near Big Bend, but loved our stay hear. So much character and room 1 has a private bath.
Finding air conditioning and plumbing is hard, but really impressed with this. Love the atmosphere of Terlingua and the convenience to get to Big Bend NP. Really enjoyed our stay.
Keith
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Suzanne
12 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Small but unique room. Enjoyed the outdoor kitchen/bbq. Nice view from the courtyards for sitting out in the evening
The room was so quaint and cozy. The bed was so comfortable. We rested so well after a day of hiking. I really appreciated the recommendations for restaurants in the area. We had everything we needed.
This place was even better than the pictures showed! It was literally the perfect place to stay there. It’s close to the entrance of the park, it’s close to the cutest and best coffee shop (which by the way, has the best breakfast, particularly the eggs Benedict) , and it’s also close to the starlight theater restaurant, which is open every day at 5 PM for dinner and the food was also awesome there too. The staff was very helpful and very quick to respond and very, very nice! We had the best time and if I ever come back out that way, I will definitely stay at the same place again. Definitely exceeded all of my expectations!
The room and bath were clean, unique, quiet. Good quality linens and pleasant outdoor space. Stargazing at night and proximity to national and state parks were of first concern. Terlingua itself is an experience all its own, but people are friendly. Good dinner at the Starlight Theater, fun treats at Milly Way, and great breakfast and coffee at the Espresso y Mas!
Suggest to owner that a plastic bathmat be available as the shower floor when wet and soapy was extremely slick. Also, we own property in the hill country with septic system and a boat with pump heads. None have ever required us to prohibit flushing of toilet paper. Surprising in a property at this price point.
Deborah S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kay
3 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Kay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hiroshi
28 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Historic, creative and quirky! This property is everything you could hope for! The room was clean and comfortable. The porch was an amazing place for stargazing. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Great experience! We had the pleasure of meeting the roadrunner as described in other reviews! Great views! Great a/c! Great jumping off point for Big Bend!
Would highly recommend this property.