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Terlingua Sky: Ever Changing Views Near Ghost Town

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Terlingua Sky
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Front Door
Kitchen
Kitchen Sink

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Terlingua, Texas
  • Big Bend Library
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Barton Warnock Visitor Center
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Santa Elena Canyon
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Terlingua Sky: Ever Changing Views Near Ghost Town

Summary:
Terlingua Sky: Enjoy the ever changing Terlingua Sky views from this home near Terlingua Ghost Town.
• Newly Built Terlingua Vacation Home
• Robust Solar Power & Back-up Generator
• Two Bedrooms with Two Private Baths
• Open Concept Kitchen Dining and Living
• Heat & Air Plus Full Size Washer & Dryer

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.

Terlingua Sky is a modern solar powered home with rustic flare and amazing mountain views, located on a hilltop near the Terlingua Ghost Town. With two bedrooms, two full baths, an open plan living room, dining room, and kitchen, plus great porches, you’ll have plenty of room to relax and enjoy the tranquility of the Big Bend. The amazing views of the Chisos Mountains are simply breathtaking.

Named for our amazingly clear skies, Terlingua Sky, is perfectly situated for enjoying awe inspiring views at any time of day or night. Sunrises are unparalleled thanks to unobstructed views of the sun rising over the Chisos Mountains to the east. Daytime views include endless horizons of scenic mountains in the US and Mexico. Sunset views will find you looking more to the east than the west, as the reddening rays of the sun light up the mountains with dynamic displays of color and light. Nighttime views of the starry skies or bright moon are inspirational. The stars at night truly are big and bright deep in the heart of Big Bend country.

While you’ll be tempted to spend all your time outside, you’ll definitely find the inside to be inviting, comfortable, and visually appealing. The home is solidly built with heavy gauge steel structural supports and an all metal roof. The exterior has a classic stucco finish and the interior is beautiful wood and tile. All the furnishings were selected for comfort and style. The master bedroom has a king-sized bed and the second bedroom has a queen. Both have private bathrooms with stylish tile showers. The living, dining, and kitchen area is open and spacious. Perfect for enjoying time together with your family or friends. Of course, privacy is also important. That’s why the interior walls are all insulated for sound dampening.

The home is brilliantly designed for both comfort and eco-efficiency. The professionally designed solar power system provides ample power for all the modern comforts, including a highly efficient air-conditioning system. Extensive shading, insulation, and high-quality windows ensures that the home requires minimal use of the air-conditioning or heating systems. Take advantage of our cool summer nights and warm winter days by opening the windows and enjoying fresh desert air. The shaded porches allow you to enjoy the outdoor views and breezes without being overwhelmed by the desert sun. They also shade the house and help provide comfort inside. For rare occasions when the solar array and large battery bank does not provide enough power, the home is equipped with an auto-start back-up generator. Regardless of power consumption, you will never run out of electricity.

Water is rare and precious in the desert. Water at Terlingua Sky comes from the sky. An extensive rain catchment system collects rainwater and stores it for future use. We request that guests conserve water as much as is comfortable. Our first concern is for your comfort. The rainwater is filtered and treated for household use. However, it is not officially tested and approved as potable. We provide bottled water for drinking, making coffee, cooking, and any other human consumption.

Most of our guests are coming out here to explore Big Bend National Park, the Rio Grande River, Big Bend Ranch State Park, and the Terlingua Ghost Town. Terlingua Sky is perfectly located for easy access to all these local attractions, but just far enough off the beaten path to enjoy privacy and solitude. After all you probably didn’t drive hundreds of miles into the middle of nowhere just to be crowded by noisy or nosy neighbors.

As our guests, you will be able to pursue all sorts of wild adventure or history of the parks and river, the lively social scene with art, dining, and live entertainment in the Ghost Town and other local venues, explore the nearby ruins from the heyday of Terlingua Cinnabar mining, or simply relax and unwind. However you decide to spend your time under the Terlingua sky, you’ll be able to leave here as exhausted or refreshed as you want. Don’t worry if you don’t get to do it all in one visit. You’re welcome to return time and time again.

Other Things to Note:
EXTRA FEES MAY APPLY. These might not appear in quote and will be added if applicable.
Dog Fee: $150 for one or two dogs. No more than two dogs allowed.

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

Property manager

Janet Eby
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Charge may apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
• Children allowed • Pets allowed • No Events or Parties Allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Terlingua

Located in Terlingua, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Homer Wilson Ranch is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park.
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Terlingua, Texas

What's nearby

  • Big Bend Library - 16 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Many Stones - 17 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Barton Warnock Visitor Center - 23 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Mesa de Anguilla - 58 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Santa Elena Canyon - 61 min drive - 37.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Terlingua ghost town Starlight theater - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪High Sierra Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria El Milagro - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chili Pepper Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Long Draw Pizza - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Terlingua Sky: Ever Changing Views Near Ghost Town pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Terlingua Sky: Ever Changing Views Near Ghost Town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Terlingua Sky: Ever Changing Views Near Ghost Town?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Terlingua Sky: Ever Changing Views Near Ghost Town located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Big Bend Library, Many Stones and Big Bend National Park. Big Bend Ranch State Park is 11 mi (17.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 146 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 146 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Félix H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Very well equiped, beautiful view, clean, it was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection!

Please update the directions to the cabin. They were written awhile ago and if you come at night cause a problem. They are not grammatically correct.Once we got to the cabin! Everything was amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

beautiful!!

amazing spot
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

The house was perfect for us. The morning sunrise treated us every morning over the Christmas mountains. Not far from Big Bend National Park and super close to Terlingua.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terlingua Sky

The property was very nice with a great location for sunrise views and good proximity to National and State Parks. Primary plan was for Astrophotography which would have been great at this location except for the clouds, which can’t be predicted long range. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

We SO enjoyed our stay here. The road is a bit bumpy getting to it, but that is the only negative I can come up with for this rental. House is immaculate, contains everything you need except food and drink. The owners are AWESOME communicators. I asked for restaurant suggestions which they quickly sent. We loved both restaurants we were able to visit. HIGHLY recommend this site. It is very convenient to Big Bend.House is
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private

Private and scenic, roomie cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super clean and comfortable!

We really enjoyed our stay at Terlingua Sky! After spending our days exploring the area and BBNP it was so nice to come back to such a clean, well maintained and comfortable home. The house is very tastefully decorated and had all the conveniences of home that we needed. The location is great for visiting ghost town and exploring all of the national park. We really liked our stay and if will stay here again should we travel to west TX.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cissy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Felt like a local!

Enjoyed staying-beautiful and well thought out home, quiet, pretty views of the mountains and stars, and close to Big Bend. Signed: Three eighty year olds
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The View

The view alone is worth the stay here! All around great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay for a BBNP visit

Very nice, well appointed house very close to Big Bend NP entrance. The house was clean throughout. The property mangers provided good info about where to get food and gas on the way and how to contact them (phone and email). We would stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Home in Terlingua, Clean, Clean, Clean!

What a fantastic little home to stay at. The pictures online do not give this home the justice it deserves, it was the cleanest VRBO rental we have ever stayed at. Dog friendly home with plenty of outdoor space to have your dogs explore. Bedrooms are large and the kitchen was well stocked with any utensils/bowls/plates etc.. It was nice having two walk-in showers. Water conservation is a must, but there was plenty of bottled drinking water for guests. The home has a cabin feel due to the pine interior throughout the house. Numerous wonderful restaurants are nearby to try if you don't feel like cooking. I cannot picture us wanting to stay any other place now when visiting Big Bend. Just the perfect stay for us!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terlingua Sky Get-A-Way

We drove to Terlingua from Marfa and decided to take the scenic route through Presidio to enjoy the mountain range. We arrived in Terlingua about 4:30 and following the instructions from our gracious hosts, we went right to our darling house in the mountainside. We arrived on a Tuesday, which is not the best day because most places are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays! But we had planned ahead and brought pork steaks for the outside Weber grill! The rooms inside were already cool and we immediately fell in love with our rooms and common area. And the kitchen supplied all we needed and more. We felt very much at home! But the best part was the outdoor sitting area where we were in aww of the eastern sky and the brilliant stars which kept getting better as the night grew. We looked forward to each evening so we could take it all in. The house also came equipped with a washer/dryer but we had no need to use those. The only we didn't love about this house was leaving ! Thank you Janet and Daryl! Can't wait to come back! Linda, John, Ellen & Van
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James E S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

This is a great home to stay at . It has everything you need. The views are awesome . I had a question and emailed the owners and they responded very quickly. This is a great home for a family to stay at.I recommend staying here very highly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay! Very well maintained, secluded and clean cabin and property. Check in and out was easy. Had a question and property manager responded quickly. We loved it so much we stayed an extra night. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen well stocked with everything imaginable. Plenty of towels, bed linens pillows and blankets.The sunrise and sunsets were gorgeous. You are literally surrounded by mountains. You are close to restaurants and there is one small store. Big Bend National Park is only about 10 minutes away. The road to the cabin is rough but if you drive slowly it's not too bad. We have a Kia Cadenza. Don't know how hard it would have been if it was raining for days. Looking forward to a return visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views from this Big Bend base camp

The house exceeded our expectations. The beds were very comfortable with higher quality sheets than many VRBO provide. The split system had no trouble keeping us comfy cool when the temps were in the mid-90's and tended to not be needed at night. Everything was clean. Everything we needed was there, from toiletries to laundry pods to drinking water. The grill was clean and ready to use. The directions to the house were spot on, and as long as we took it really slow, the roads did not cause any problems for our rent-a-wreck Corolla. We would not have been confident about traveling with that car on those roads after dark, but luckily there was never a reason to. Star gazing and TV kept us at the house after a day of hiking at Big Bend anyway! It took us roughly an hour to get from the house to visitor centers at Panther Junction, Chisos Basin and Castelon, and another 15 minutes further to Rio Grande VC. The park is huge. But the best part was the spectacular view of the Chisos from the front outdoor seating area. Each morning, I'd settle into one of the patio chairs with a pot of coffee and watch the sunrise paint the sky and mountains in an everchanging display of color and light. Truly magical.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margarita M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Panoramic vistas of sunrise and night sky

We loved our stay at Terlingua Sky! Very comfortable and attractive interior; fabulous views of mountain ranges, sunrise and night sky.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

R C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grandios Vistas

Our party had four adults. We spent the majority of our time in surrounding Big Bend/Lajaitas region. Mesmerized by the beautiful skylines changing color from hour to hour throughout the day. The evening hours at the property, that sits on top of the hill, afforded us blazing sunsets and glorious sunrise’s. The property is close enough to Terlingua to eat at local restaurants and be back in a matter of minutes. We especially enjoyed the “Star Light” restaurant. We shopped at the local store as we waited for our table. We explored the old Terlingua cemetery, drove from Boquillas to Santa Elena and numerous spots in between. We especially liked the newly opened fossil exibit south of Panther Junction on the Marathon highway. The beds were comfortable, extra blankets and pillows were available, plenty of towels, toiletries, paper products and bottled water. The entire house is off grid with solar panels, rain water reclamation tanks and a propane generator for backup on property. Smart TV, Wi-Fi worked great too… surprisingly we had several ’bars’ of ATT cell coverage. As former mid eighties students of SRSU, we were taken aback to witness the growth of this area since then. TWO different gas station in THE NATIONAL PARK! Our truck loved the dirt road adventures in and out of the park. Traveling the dirt road to the house, to locate road signage requires everyone’s attention & eyes to see/read & negociate 1 hairpin turn. Fun Terlingua living…Big Bend Gods country!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

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Getaway

Enjoyed staying here Beautiful cabin feel The view was amazing waking up and seeing the sunrise very quiet & peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johnna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Views from a cozy home

Excellent star gazing location! Private and comfortable. Well stocked kitchen. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hines H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Thanksgiving vacation

Beautiful views, skies, sunsets, sunrises and bright stars!!! Quiet, peaceful and awesome! Great place to unwind after spectacular hiking in Big Bend and diner and cocktails in Terlingua. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay

We stayed here in March 2023 during Spring Break to visit Big Bend NP. The location enabled us to sleep well and still get to the park early enough to hike Emory Peak and for extensive visits on other days. When we got the check in information we learned that the tap water is not potable because it's recycled rain water. Plenty of bottled water was supplied by the host so that was not an issue. The hosts' explanation of the system was educational and inspiring. I would've liked to know about the water before committing to the place, but over all everything worked out fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Far away yet close to what you need

This place is very secluded and we enjoyed viewing the sunrise and night sky from the home (and not having to drive a distance to get away from light pollution). Good location to get to Big Bend and also local restaurants. The road to get to the home is challenging but okay if you take it slow in a non-low clearance vehicle. Water limits require some adjustment but house provided what we needed. We enjoyed our stay and are glad we made the long trip out to the Big Bend area. Thanks for sharing the home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert L., Knoxville , TN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great time

Very welcoming home with spectacular view.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Janet Eby

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