No Stock Ranch: Secluded Home w/Large Porch | House in alpine

9.8 (60 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  4 Guests
Alpine House | No Stock Ranch: Secluded Home w/Large Porch

2 Bedroom House in Alpine

Summary:
No Stock Ranch: Two-bedroom two bath vacation home with large porch on a secluded ranch property.
• Comfortable Home on 20 Private Acres
• Amazing Mountain Views from Porch
• Spacious Covered Porch
• Covered Parking and Central Heat & Air
The Space:
No Stock Ranch is a comfortable two-bedroom vacation rental home on a twenty-acre Terlingua Ranch property. Originally built as a retirement home and family retreat, the owner has decided to share it as a vacation rental. Guests are invited to make No Stock Ranch their home away from home in the Big Bend region. Just thirty minutes from Big Bend National Park and the Terlingua Ghost Town.
Located on 20 secluded acres, this property provides a measure of solitude and serenity that is rare in the modern world. Relax on the porch swing while watching the stars or go for a quiet walk through the arroyo, down the ranch roads, or up the scenic hill. Sleep well in the comfortable beds. Share meals prepared in the full kitchen or charcoal grill. Take the short drive to Big Bend National park, the Rio Grande River, or the famous Terlingua Ghost Town.
The full kitchen is stocked with everything the typical family or small group will need for cooking meals or making drinks. There is also plenty of space for putting away your groceries. The kitchen is open to the living room and the dining area, allowing for time together when meals are being prepared. The living room has a large sofa, a relaxing easy chair, and barrel chair, plus a flat screen television with DirecTV.
There are two bedrooms. The master has a king-size bed plus a flat screen television with DirecTV. The guest bedroom has a queen-size bed. There are also two full bathrooms.
The rear deck faces south for sunrise and sunset views and overlooks White Mill Creek. It is partly covered for shade and partly open for enjoying the starry night skies. White Mill Creek is a heavily vegetated arroyo that is mostly dry except for during and after heavy rains. It creates a haven for desert wildlife, including birds, rabbits, mule deer, javelina, foxes, bobcats, and much more. The area around the house is landscaped with native plants and stone walkways. The area is very rugged, so enjoy the diverse terrain but watch your step.
Relax around the house, explore the property, or head out to Big Bend National Park, the river, or the Ghost Town. No Stock Ranch is the ideal home away from home. We’ll be pleased to have you as our guests.
The Neighborhood:
TERLINGUA RANCH: Located between Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park and including much of the town of Terlingua, Terlingua Ranch is a private subdivision of over 190,000 acres, divided into 9,500 tracts owned by about 5,000 individuals and crisscrossed by 1,100 miles of dirt and rock roads. Tracts range from five acres to several hundred acres. It is some of the most rugged and scenic land in Texas.
Back in the 1960’s, the Ghost Town and much of what later became “Terlingua Ranch” was owned by racing legend and car designer extraordinaire, Carol Shelby and some of his friends. The decided to promote the area by holding a chili cook-off in the then abandoned Ghost Town. That little stunt of a cook-off grew into CASI (Chili Appreciation Society International) which now hosts nearly 500 chili cook-offs around the nation and internationally, all leading up the championship cook-off every year in Terlingua. Shelby and friends later subdivided the Ranch and started selling it off to hunters and rugged naturalists. Over the decades, the area was reborn and an eclectic community of nature lovers, artists, musicians, adventurers, and folks just wanting to escape from “civilization” has grown and started to resettle this rough country.
People have come and gone. New buildings have risen while others have fallen, Dreams have been realized and others crushed. Through it all, the land remains. The harsh desert and vast openness encourages positive development and slowly swallows up and recovers from past abuses. The old cinnabar mine sites and ranching outposts persist as relics and ghost towns, some redeveloped, some carefully preserved, and others dissolving back into the desert. Abandoned dreams eventually become points of interests for those of us that stumble upon them decades later. Terlingua Ranch is a bizarre mix of old and new, good and bad, growth and decline, all completely unregulated. Modern homes with high values and stunning designs stand beside dilapidated do-it-yourself mistakes and abandoned ruins of the 1800’s and early 1900’s.
The landscape is even more varied than the people and the structures. Rugged mountains, deep canyons, wild arroyos, dry and wet creeks, peaceful valleys, breathtaking badlands, moonscape like mud flats, the remains of ancient volcanoes, and fossilized ancient seabeds. All of it nurturing a vast array of plant life and wildlife. Around every corner and over every hill lies new and unexpected surprises.
The Ranch is now home to a few hundred hardy souls. It is also dotted with a diverse array of vacation rental lodging options and campsites. Like the diverse land, they range in quality, style, value, and price. A few are amazing dream destinations. Some are good places to sleep. Others are the stuff of nightmares. (We don’t manage any in the nightmare category.)
Big Bend Vacation Rentals started out in 2007 and initially managed three of the first four vacation rentals in the Terlingua and Terlingua Ranch area. We now manage dozens out of a couple of hundred options. We represent dozens of property owners and have hosted tens of thousands of guests. You can trust us as managers, and you can rely on the properties that we manage. We have become very selective about the properties and the property owners that we add to our portfolio. Visit our website at www.BigBendVacations.com.
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.

No Stock Ranch: Secluded Home w/Large Porch is located in Alpine. No Stock Ranch: Secluded Home w/Large Porch provides accommodation, featuring TV, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, among other amenities. This House features TV, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, to make your stay a comfortable one.

No Stock Ranch: Secluded Home w/Large Porch has 2 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Alpine has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Alpine, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Unique Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • TV
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Security/Safety
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
 
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Policies

Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy Children are welcome.
Pet Policy Pets not allowed
Other Policy 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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
 
alpine, 79830, United States

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Feb 26, 2025 08:09:52 AM
Summary: We had a few hiccups at the beginning of our stay that were out of the host’s control. But they made things right and that we were well taken care of. The host is very responsive. The property has everything you would need for your stay and the views in the morning and evening are spectacular. We loved our stay at No Stock Ranch and would recommend it to anyone looking for a place to stay at when they’re visiting Big Bend
Natalie C. Natalie C.
Dec 18, 2024 12:09:39 PM
Summary: We enjoyed the peace and solitude of this desert home. Far from the crowds-which was exactly what we were looking for. Terlingua was not far and the beauty of Big Bend was all around us. If you would like to experience desert life- this is the perfect spot for it. The back porch provided us with great evenings and the most beautiful Texas sky filled with millions of stars. Will definitely be back !!
Karen M. Karen M.
Sep 19, 2024 05:41:08 PM
Summary: I have stayed in Terlingua many times. This is the perfect spot. Cute home nestled in the moutains. Clean, comfortable and perfect for star watching. Host keeps in contact and responds quickly. Where this home is, it is in one of the only spots in the area with cellular service.
Laura H. Laura H.
Apr 29, 2024 11:58:13 AM
Summary: Very clean and cozy stay! Perfect location for a quiet day and night setting. Kitchen is fully stocked and we were thankful for the provided drinking water. The back porch has wonderful views during the day and is perfect for stargazing at night. I would suggest driving up to the property for the first time while it’s light outside (since it’s not on the GPS). After you’ve driven it once, it’s super easy to get to day or night thanks to the owner’s detailed instructions.
Luis J. Luis J.
Nov 20, 2023 02:00:10 PM
Summary: We were impressed by all the kitchen amenities. The open porch let us see so many stars which we appreciated. We saw quail and heard other wildlife at night. The rooms were comfortable. Our only suggestion for improvement is for lounge chairs, where you could lie down on the open porch, and then look at stars while lying down. The ranch was convenient to Big Bend, but it was far enough out to get away.
Rose F. Rose F.
Jul 19, 2023 11:01:30 AM
Summary: It was perfect and relaxing. It stayed cool inside in the hottest part of the day. My advice is to come in a little earlier the road becomes hard to see at night. But gorgeous overall.
Dianna R. Dianna R.
May 16, 2023 12:00:39 PM
Summary: Great location for proximity to Great Bend NP and Terlingua. Secluded property, great for stargazing!!
Frank B. Frank B.
Apr 21, 2023 11:00:48 AM
Summary: The house was cozy,comfortable & clean! The view off the back porch was spectacular. Convenient to Terlingua & the park. Fairly easy to get to. Road is a little rough going in but doable. Enjoyed our stay very much!!
Pam B. Pam B.
Apr 19, 2023 11:00:37 AM
Summary: Beautiful mountain views.
Joanne E. Joanne E.
Apr 6, 2023 11:00:25 AM
Summary: We were extremely happy with this house as our base camp for our time at Big Bend. The house is in a tricky location (and not GPS reliable) but the instructions provided by the property managers were so specific and helpful in getting there. Daryl was quickly accessible and immediately responsive to fix this. The view from the porch for sunrise and sunset is peaceful and beautiful, and the stars at night were amazing. The house and beds were comfy and kitchen was well-stocked for us to prepare several meals. Highly recommend this rental!
Colleen W. Colleen W.

FAQ's

Is this Alpine house pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Alpine house have a swimming pool?

No, this Alpine house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Alpine house?

Best-rates for the Alpine house starts from $175 per night with includes Kitchen, Air Conditioner, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, TV, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Internet StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Alpine house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Alpine house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Alpine house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Alpine house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Alpine house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Alpine house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Alpine house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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