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RELAX OFF THE BEATEN PATH!

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Enjoy a cool beverage with the wildlife while relaxing in the cooling pool!
"Big Boss" 12/31/17,  40' away from front porch!
Enjoy your ATVs right from the front door!
The ever-present Ocotillo cactus. Red blooms taste like honeysuckle!
Bring your camera for Muledeer close-ups!
Reviews
10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 437 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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Terlingua, TX
  • Popular LocationMany Stones42 min drive
  • Popular LocationBig Bend National Park50 min drive
  • Popular LocationChisos Basin Visitor Center95 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Futon

Queen bed #2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

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. 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
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children should be watched closely

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Some limitations may apply, please contact us

Pets

No pets allowed
Those with service animals should take caution.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please only use pool towels for pool areas.
Be gentle with all doors and latches as to not leave broken for next guest.

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Terlingua

Located in Terlingua, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Window Trail Trailhead and Panther Path Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chisos Basin Visitor Center and Big Bend National Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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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!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is RELAX OFF THE BEATEN PATH! located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 25 miles (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 miles (52 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts and property
My wife and I had a great stay. The hosts were fantastic and the 2BR apartment was very roomy and felt like a home away from home. We traveled each day to Big Bend N.P. for hiking, and ate dinner in town. We ate breakfast each morning at the Bad Rabbit Cafe, and it was excellent each day (can be a bit slow when crowded, but it's worth it). The hot tub was also a nice way to end a long day of hiking. My only comment is to be aware that it's about an hour drive to get to Big Bend hiking each day, including a 2 mile drive on a dirt road. Because of this, we went straight from hiking to dinner each night, rather than going back to the apartment to clean up. Every place to eat in town is super-casual, so it worked out fine that we went to dinner a bit trail worn and dusty.
Stayed 3 nights in May 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

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

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

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

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

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

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bucket list trip to Big Bend
Not just an accommodation but an experience. RV is spacious and comfy. It is fully stocked. If they don’t have it, you don’t need it! The property is amazing. Just an incredibly beautiful vista. Abundant wildlife every single day and a great place to see stars. That said, nothing beats the hosts. From start to finish the communication was extraordinary. Mark and Michelle are an absolute wealth of recommendations and it is clear they love where they live. We were blessed to enjoy their company on the porch ending our every day after visiting the Park. We laughed and had just an all out incredible stay. But let it be known…if you prefer privacy, they will full on give you all the space. We give them a ten out of five stars!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

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

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

Christi Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
True country setting
If you need a place to lay your head, the r.v. is perfect. It shares a covered area with the main house where the owners reside but they give you space. The r.v. is quite spacious and offers many accommodations like satellite tv and there is also a hot tub available. If you are looking for a more intimate setting, the barndomenium is it! Tucked in behind the main house and r.v., the barndo has its own hot tub and wildlife comes right up to the area to feed. Perfect for those that may find life easier with a bath tub and more of a home away from home feel. The dark sky rule makes for a wonderful time to see the night sky and shooting stars. Even with the 6 gallon hot water heater, there was plenty of water to bathe and shower comfortably. Be sure to bring bottled water for drinking but there is some drinking water provided in case you forget. It is a good 20 miles to the gas station so plan accordingly. And, if you can handle dirt roads (that were freshly grated when we went so it was extremely bumpy) then you will love it here! We will definitely be coming back with our family next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L., Kyle, Texas USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oh my stars!
We made a concerted effort to reach this location before dark and it’s a good thing we did. This is dark sky territory and it is absolutely breathtaking. It’s like being able to see EVERY SINGLE STAR! Our short stay included sightings of deer, javelina, wild burros and coyotes. Our hosts were wonderful. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin R., Dallas, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First Trip to Big Bend
Our first trip to Big Bend and we had so many adventures! We saw so much wildlife from the camper from the minute we arrived. So quiet and peaceful and the hot tub much welcomed after days of hiking. It's not complicated to find but if you prefer to navigate via google maps download one prior as there is no service after the main road turn off. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

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

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

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

ANDREW Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big Bend late spring trip
Very nice property. Excellent location. Wonderful hosts. Late spring warms up fast in the Big Bend. The property had strong AC, and a choice of shaded areas that caught a pleasant breeze. The location is close by Terlingua Ranch HQ which has a nice restaurant. The surrounding area is stunning West Texas desert/mountains. The hosts, Mark and Michelle, were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big Bend teip
Property owners are the best hosts. Location is a bit off the beaten path which makes for quiet mornings a great wildlife viewing opportunities. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mark Chiles

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My wife and I live full-time on property. Living on property allows us a distinct advantage that enables us to immediately assist with any problems that may arise. I have lived in Texas my entire life (58yrs) growing up mainly in and around San Antonio and south Texas. My wife considers herself a "military brat" and preachers daughter so is doubly dysfunctional. LOL! I attended Texas A&M and my wife graduated Abilene Christian Univ.

Why they chose this property

I began traveling to Terlingua Ranch at the age of 11 because my parents loved the area. I grew founder of the area everytime I visited. As I've matured in age, I find that many people from across Texas and the United States have no idea of what is out here. This is a great way for me to share this part of God's wonderful creation. We hope you will enjoy it as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

Our rental is extremely comfortable in a very in-hospitable environment. We are also very close to one of the only swimming pools in south Brewster County. This pool is beautiful and has undergone some recent remodeling. Also close by is a laundry facility, cafe' and the ranch mgmt. office which is open 7 days a week from 8-5. This rental is a great jumping off spot for all that the Big Bend Region has to offer, yet it affords you tranquil and beautiful evenings for relaxing and star gazing.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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