Terlingua House (Big Bend Area's Original Guesthouse) Celebrating 20 years! | House in Terlingua

9.4 (144 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  10 Guests  Stay&Play
Terlingua House | Terlingua House (Big Bend Area's Original Guesthouse) Celebrating 20 years!

3 Bedroom House in Terlingua

Terlingua House is located in the heart of the desert mountain country of West Texas. For the price of a nice single hotel room, this unique guesthouse is like having your own personal lodge for your trip. It is a three-bedroom, two-bath, adobe-style property with full kitchen; each located in a separate building. This unique layout enables you to socialize and dine together and retreat to the privacy of your own separate rooms for some solitude. It's almost like renting a small resort rather than just a vacation home or hotel room.
Although most come here to get away from it all, Terlingua House has all the comforts of home:
* Fully stocked kitchen with full sized fridge, stove/oven (apartment sized), microwave, dishwasher and all the dishes, utensils and cooking requirements one would need.
* Washers/dryers - exploring and adventure means you may need to do laundry
* Wireless Internet, cable TV (including big screen TV) - when you want to plug back in to the real world
* An upper level deck for mountain viewing and star gazing
* A beautiful, covered lower courtyard connecting two buildings; complete with 2 grills for cooking and dining outside
* An outdoor sitting area with fire pit (bring your own wood).
Stroll up the hill on the property and view the changing colors of the Chisos Mountains during the spectacular sunrises and sunsets.
Bedroom layout:
Gin Room - King and pull out couch with its own bathroom
Fairfax Room - Queen and two full beds
Studio - Two Full Beds
Fairfax and Studio share a bathroom
We find this property most comfortable for 6 people - 3 bedrooms, 3 couples. We have arranged the bedding so that we can accommodate up to 12 in beds and 16 if you count the futon and day beds in the kitchen. Note that there is a price increase beginning at 7 or more guests age 10 or over.
Value - For two guests this entire property is about the price of a nice hotel room in the city, if you are not on a strictly tight budget, you will be happy you are here. Dining out is expensive in the area, If you make use of the kitchen at all, you will likely find this makes up the difference. For four or more people you will find this is by far the best value in the area. You are on 15 acres, great views, TV, Internet, fire pit, great upstairs deck, city water, direct access to TX 170 highway. You are NOT confined between the tents, trailers or pre-fab "cabins" that have popped up in the years since we began this project. As they say, location is everything - we have a great location, all the amenities and reasonable pricing.
Terlingua House is located two miles west of Terlingua, Texas between Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. This safe and secure 15 acre, semi-secluded property with easy access, has a grand view of the Chisos Mountains of Big Bend National Park while still being only minutes away from restaurants and local river rafting, hiking, biking and jeep tour outfitters. Terlingua Ghost town is a couple minutes drive down the road. There's even a pizza place at the bottom of the road - an easy walk for dinner and drinks.
If you like Big Bend I am confident you will like Terlingua House. We strive to keep it cool, fun, functional and clean. After 14+ years we have many repeat customers, many recommendations and about once a year - a whiner! If you have never been to Big Bend, it is truly one of the most unique and fascinating areas in Texas, and the country for that matter - hence the national and state parks. It is also one of the most vast and remote areas in the country. It is - an adventure. Whether you stay with us or one of the other lodging accommodations in the area, go with the understanding that you will be, and we are working in, an area that teeters between the 21st century and the 19th century. This is part of the fun, part of the adventure - part of the allure of Big Bend.
** IMPORTANT NOTE: VRBO Instant quote does not calculate our specials correctly. A 'rent 2 get 3rd free' special means you have to rent two nights to get the third free. Unfortunately VRBO calculator will average the price across all nights and it results in a discrepancy. For a true quote please contact us directly. Thank you and sorry for any inconvenience. The same applies for 'rent 2 get 2 free'. Also note that there is an additional per person charge for groups over 6.
Cancellations:
When you make your reservation on VRBO/HomeAway, 100% is non-refundable if canceled but will be saved as a credit for a future stay. This credit does not expire. If something happens that you can’t make your trip, please contact us and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs. There is no refund of rent for late arrival or early departure.
Thank you for considering Terlingua House for your Big Bend trip.

Terlingua House (Big Bend Area's Original Guesthouse) Celebrating 20 years! is located in Terlingua. Terlingua House (Big Bend Area's Original Guesthouse) Celebrating 20 years! provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, among other amenities. This House features Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Terlingua House (Big Bend Area's Original Guesthouse) Celebrating 20 years! has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 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 Terlingua has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Terlingua, 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
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Entertainment
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
 
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Policies

Event Policy Events allowed;special events must be approved prior to arrival
Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm
Check-out Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy Children are welcome.
Pet Policy Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy Smoking is not permitted;no smoking inside
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 note from host: special events must be approved prior to arrival parties and events are allowed on site 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
 
Terlingua, 79852, United States

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

May 7, 2025 12:08:16 AM
Summary: Ideal location for six to twelve people. Well appointed kitchen. Easy access to property. We have stayed at this house twice. Probably our favorite.
Robert P. Robert P.
Mar 13, 2025 05:31:45 AM
Summary: We had a group of 5 adults and 2 young children and Terlingua House was perfect! Location is wonderful, amenities are more than adequate and the peace and tranquility is second to none. It’s a stones throw away from the pizza joint, which we also highly recommend.
Rene C. Rene C.
Feb 21, 2025 04:48:10 AM
Summary: What a great place to stay. Great location. I would recommend it to anyone wanting to come visit the Terlingua area.
Dana R. Dana R.
Oct 27, 2024 06:02:21 AM
Summary: House has a very cool Tex-Mex feel and vibe. Has everything you would need. Decor is rustic. Secluded feel on top of small ridge, but close to town.
John A. John A.
Oct 17, 2024 04:09:43 AM
Summary: Had great trip to Big Bend. House is close to Big Bend. Enjoyed the house. Would stay again!
Paula W. Paula W.
Oct 14, 2024 02:49:44 AM
Summary: Great property and location
Kevin K. Kevin K.
Jul 31, 2024 09:08:20 PM
Summary: Terlingua House was perfect for our group. Everything was clean and we had towels and linens for everyone. The house has a great location. It was a great long weekend trip.
Robyn J. Robyn J.
May 26, 2024 02:27:57 AM
Summary: My only issue was that the master bath is not air conditioned and has no night lite...so we had to leave on the bathroom light all night which made the bathroom even hotter.
Paula G. Paula G.
Apr 27, 2024 06:05:58 AM
Summary: We enjoyed staying at Terlingua house, one of our main objectives was to find a place where we could cook at “home” vs spending tons of money on meals, and this place was perfect for that. This became especially important as we found restaurants were not open every day. The beds were plentiful and comfortable, although the bedding and towels could use some upgrading. The AC worked great, thankful for that because it was in the 90s in the afternoons. Very convenient to get to both the state and national parks. Everyone should go to both!
Kristine H. Kristine H.
Apr 7, 2024 01:55:15 AM
Summary: Worked well for a two night stay as we visited Big Bend. Separate buildings were not a problem and space allowed for our kids to explore. Room temperatures easily controlled. Really great sunrises and sunsets visible from the house. The pizza place at the end of the driveway was excellent and house close to gas and general stores. Some new linens, new outlet covers etc and a deep clean of the bathrooms and kitchen would make it 5 stars.
Deborah H. Deborah H.

FAQ's

Is this Terlingua 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 Terlingua house have a swimming pool?

No, this Terlingua 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 Terlingua house?

Best-rates for the Terlingua house starts from $509 per night with includes TV, Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Laundry, Air Conditioner, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Internet, Kitchen, Parking 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 Terlingua 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 Terlingua house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Terlingua 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 Terlingua house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Terlingua 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 Terlingua house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Terlingua 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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