Family-friendly vacation rentals in Terlingua

Star Lodge: Stunning Solar Home under Dark Skies o

Star Lodge on Terlingua Ranch is a contemporary custom-built solar powered home that accommodates up to six guests. Situated on 80 private acres with stunning mountain views and breathtaking night skies. You will have plenty of privacy and room to enjoy your stay. Two bedrooms; one and one-half bathrooms; an open living, dining, and kitchen area; covered parking; expansive covered patios; and 80 private and pristine acres of Chihuahuan Desert wilderness to explore. It is named “Star Lodge” because it is one of the best places in the continental US for enjoying views of the star filled sky. Star Lodge is located just 2.5 miles from the rarely used Terlingua Ranch entrance to Big Bend National Park, 10 miles from Terlingua Ranch Lodge and the Terlingua Ranch pool, 12 miles to the Christmas Mountains trail head, about 30 miles to Terlingua or the main entrance to Big Bend National Park, about 35 miles to the Terlingua Ghost Town, and about 45 miles to Lajitas Golf Resort or Big Bend Ranch State Park. This remote eco-friendly, off-grid home has all the conveniences of a normal grid-tied home. The professionally designed and installed solar system features lithium-ion batteries, a large solar array, and state of the art power inverter and battery charger. Air conditioning is provided by an efficient mini-split HVAC system. Heat, hot water, oven, stove, and outdoor grill use clean burning propane gas. Water is harvested by rain-water collection and filtered and treated for purity. Bottled water is also provided for drinking, making coffee, cooking, and other consumption. The master bedroom has a queen bed. The second bedroom has a queen bed and a bunk bed with a twin over a full-size futon that can be used as a bed or a sofa. The second bedroom has a smart TV that can be used with your streaming services or toe watch DVDs. Both bedrooms share a “jack and jill” bathroom with two sinks, a flushing toilet, and a tiled shower. There is also a second bathroom with a single sink and a flush toilet, accessed from the living room. Internet Wi-fi is also available to connect to all of your devices as well as a telephone, so work, stream video, or surf the internet if you wish but you’ll probably just want to unplug, sit on the porch and enjoy the views and a good book. The home features and open concept living, dining, kitchen area that is ideal for spending time together. The kitchen is equipped a full-size fridge, double sink, gas stove and range, microwave, coffee maker, blender, and a full array of cookware, dishes, glasses, silverware, etc. There is also extra cabinet space for you to put away your groceries. Indoor dining is at a four-stool bar around the kitchen island or the living room coffee table. However, the best place to enjoy meals is at the table on the covered patio. The living room space has a comfortable sofa and chairs. The outdoor space has two large, covered patios with lots of comfortable and stylish chairs, plus a table with benches that will seat six, and a Weber propane grill. There is a covered carport for your vehicle and plenty of room for several vehicles if a group of six arrives in separate vehicles. A walking trail and a private road leads to a scenic hill on the top of the property. Relax around the home. Explore the 80 acres. Prepare your meals inside or outside. Dine out and enjoy live entertainment at the nearby Bad Rabbit Café at Terlingua Ranch Lodge or the restaurants and bars in Terlingua, the Ghost Town, Lajitas, or in Big Bend National Park. Hike or drive (4WD recommend) up the rarely visited Christmas Mountains trail to the summit of Christmas Mountain for incredible views(register and get the gate key at the Terlingua Ranch Lodge). Explore Big Bend National Park or Big Bend Ranch State Park on foot, by bike, or by motor vehicle. Take a float trip through the stunning canyons of the Rio Grande. Go on a guided hike, horseback ride, ATV ride, or jeep tour. Bring or rent mountain bikes and ride on the Lajitas or BBRSP mountain bike trails or the roads around the property and in the parks. With the diversity of options on how to spend your time, you can create memories for a lifetime and then head home as rejuvenated, relaxed, or exhausted as you like. Don’t worry about having time to do all that you want to do. You will always be welcome to return to Star Lodge for more adventure or relaxation. The Owners: Cari and David are native Texans who currently live in Austin with their two sons. They share a life long love of the outdoors and enjoy exploring the mountainous west from the Chisos Mountains to the Canadian Rockies. They have been coming to Big Bend for over a decade and searched for a number of years before they were able to find the perfect spot to build their dream home in the mountains of west Texas. They are excited to welcome you to Star Lodge and hope that you have an unforgettable time.

30ft Roof Top Deck- 2 bedroom Tiny House on Wheels

Get far away from civilization in comfort and panoramic window views in a 2 loft queen bedrooms in a Tiny House with all the desirable cool amenities a tiny home should offer! 30ft roof top deck for the best star gazing in the USA. 2 Queen beds, Full Kitchen, 1 stand up shower with a water toilet, cozy couch and dining area with smart tv, towells, coffee & tea, HUGE Windows for viewing nearby Big Ben Park Mnts Wifi Avail not the fastest but works. Built to meets ALL Tiny House Safety Standard

Stardust Big Bend Luxury A-Frame#5 great views

Welcome to Terlingua's newest and most luxurious property, Stardust Big Bend. A-Frame #5 accommodates 4 people. The location is central, 5 minutes from the national park and Ghosttown, on the main highway. Each cabin has a full kitchen with all cooking essentials. A wrap-around deck on three sides with patio furniture, a covered pergola, & a firepit. We have a clubhouse with a pool table, air hockey, foosball, arcades, darts & more. We have 12 rentals in total for large groups to stay together.

Modern House close to park

Location, Location, Location & Super Cute... this Chic & Modern “Kanga House” sits on 30 acre with lots of elbow room. The house boasts a 6 person Hot tub. The Kanga house sports a large covered deck with great views, full kitchen, 3 piece bathroom and a covered carport. (Seasonal Hot tub/Cool Pool is available for extra fee) Enjoy the incredible views, fantastic star gazing, two semi-wet creeks to hike just out your backdoor, very quiet property. We now offer an above ground pool for guests.

3BR 2Bath Private Home • Stunning Panoramic View

⭐️ Modern comfort & amenities ⭐️3 BR (2 king 1 queen) ⭐️2 large bathrooms ⭐️ EV Charger ⭐️Extremely private ⭐️Stunning panoramic views ⭐️5 miles to Big Bend National Park ⭐️10 mins to Terlingua Ghost Town ⭐️Stocked kitchen ⭐️Outdoor patio, BBQ grill &fire pit ⭐️Coffee maker & coffee provided ⭐️ADA accessible sleeps 8 with 2 twin rollaway beds (available upon request only). This house runs on rain catchment, our guests must conserve water. Small events allowed with prior approval.

Nuevo Terlingua - New House

Casa Nuevo is a large one-bedroom casita with a bonus sunken sitting room with coffee and tea station (Keurig), microwave, sink and under the counter refrigerator. Antique doors from Jalsico, Mexico can be found throughout this casita. The main room features a super comfy king-size bed, high quality linens, high ceilings, exposed wooden beams, WiFi and AC/heat. The spacious bathroom features exposed wooden beams and concrete counters. Special feature: a bonus outdoor shower & bath tub.

The Terlingua Bus Stop

Before this bus became your desert retreat, it transported soldiers & athletes—now it’s your turn for an adventure! 🌵✨ Enjoy stunning views, a kitchenette, private indoor & outdoor showers, high-speed Wi-Fi, a covered patio with a gas grill, and space for extra guests ⛺ Explore 57 acres of trails on our property, stargaze, and unwind 🌌 Perfectly located between Big Bend National Park & Big Bend Ranch State Park, with easy access to Terlingua & Lajitas for dining & shopping. 🚐🔥

Peaceful desert paradise, only 15 mins to BBNP

Tiny Terlingua is within walking distance of the historic Terlingua Ghosttown and just 15 minutes from the national park entrance. Locally owned and operated by a long-time resident, the house is reminiscent of the way Terlingua used to be while modernly comfortable. A peaceful desert paradise perfect for nature lovers, you will leave here feeling replenished and with a new vision for sustainability. Doggy daycare is available for guests traveling with four-legged companions.

I. Two Iconic Stays: Yacht + Avion | Shade Lounge

Indoor/Outdoor space that’s Unique & curated, showcasing the culture and style that really embraces the old-school authentic Terlingua style, from when it was all guides, adventurers, geologists, paleontologists, before there was click pay drop ship…. We combed the region to create these culture-centric places just like you would have had up until about 5 years ago. everything has a story and a life before this. This boat has been in Ghostown since 1984 +Tent space

La Casita Agave by Bee Mountain

La Casita Agave, located in Study Butte, has everything you need for a weekend getaway. The porch area is great for a cookout in the evenings after a long day in the desert, or for a cup of coffee in the mornings while enjoying the beautiful sunrises of West Texas. The tiny house is located about 4 miles from the entrance to Big Bend National Park. Terlingua Ghost Town is 5 miles away, and Big Bend Ranch State Park entrance and Lajitas Golf Resort are 17 miles away.

Space Pod 009 @ Space Cowboys, 8mi to Big Bend

❄️ NEW 2-ton mini split AC keeps it under 70°F even on the hottest days 🧊 👽 Gaze at stars through the 180° panoramic window or from your luxury queen bed while the Pod's lights, effects, and hidden aliens create a sensation of soaring through the galaxy 🛸 🏜️ Stunning View: Perched atop a scenic volcanic hill, our Space Pod offers a mesmerizing setting just 10 minutes from Big Bend entrance, Terlingua Ghost Town and its vibrant shops 🚀 IG: @spacecowboystx

Remote Off-grid Zen Desert Dome

Welcome to the Dome on Javelina Hill, an off-grid glamping experience on 40 wild acres located 15 miles from Big Bend National Park and 12 miles from Terlingua. Hand-built with purpose and soul, this stay is for travelers seeking more than a place to sleep. Off-grid by design, this stay trades modern luxuries for stars, silence, and the raw beauty of the desert. If you’re craving adventure, connection, and the true Big Bend experience, you’ve found it.