Chinati Mountain Retreat--2 hours SW of Marfa, TX https://youtu.be/SF-h_VVf0qo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

marfa, TX

Chinati Mountains State Natural Area29 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2nd smaller bedroom

2 Double Futons

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd guest bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

First main bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

https://youtu.be/SF-h_VVf0qo

Actual location is 2 hours south of Marfa in the beautiful foothills of the Chinati Mountains.
Experience the vast beauty and captivating scenery in the foothills of the Chinati Mountains. Looking to the southwest you can view the majestic Sierra Madres in Mexico. Enjoy the relaxation, hiking, and excursions in this wonderful and remote desert beauty. The sunrises, sunsets, the moon and stars are the magical background for this unique Chihuahuan get-away.

This rental provides 300 acres for hiking, viewing, and solitude. Maps can be provided on request.
You must bring your food to prepare and drinking water.
Everything else is provided.

Property manager

Kathleen and Tom Griffith

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Mountain view

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Be aware of wildlife-desert property.

Events

Events allowed

Must discuss details prior to approval.

Pets

Pets allowed

Up to 2 dogs $25 per night.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed outside on deck.

Must remove and take all garbage created, off the property to the nearest dumpster, located in Presidio and/or Marfa. Includes outside trash.

Do not leave cigarette butts, can pop tops or bottle caps on the deck or on the grounds surrounding the guest house.

Unplug air conditioners bedroom and living room.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 are allowed on site

Note from host: Must discuss details prior to approval.

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Presidio

This holiday home is located in Presidio. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chinati Mountains State Natural Area and Rio Grande. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

marfa, TX

What's nearby

Chinati Mountains State Natural Area - 29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chinati Mountain Retreat--2 hours SW of Marfa, TX https://youtu.be/SF-h_VVf0qo pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Chinati Mountain Retreat--2 hours SW of Marfa, TX https://youtu.be/SF-h_VVf0qo ?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chinati Mountain Retreat--2 hours SW of Marfa, TX https://youtu.be/SF-h_VVf0qo ?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Chinati Mountain Retreat--2 hours SW of Marfa, TX https://youtu.be/SF-h_VVf0qo located?

Situated in Presidio, this holiday home is 5.6 mi (9 km) from Rio Grande and 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Chinati Mountains State Natural Area.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Traynor S.

18 April 2023

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

A piece of paradise

I’ll probably spend the rest of the year thinking about how I’d rather be at this rental than wherever I am currently. I’ve stayed at several rentals in West Texas, some of which were rather swanky, but this one is by far my favorite. The remote location, about an hour upriver from Presidio, is serene, with all the amenities you need. There’s no cell service and the wifi is limited, making this the perfect emotional recharge spot. From the sunrises and sunsets to the wildlife and flora, you’ll leave here remembering the best of trans-Pecos Texas. Kathleen, the most gracious and courteous host, says she’ll continue to improve the property but no improvements are needed. I’ll definitely return here at least once a year.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debi P., Cedar Park

3 March 2023

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

Like we died and went to heaven

The house is charming and comfortable. The land is gorgeous in every direction. The sky is just magnificent. We read, hiked, cooked, slept and can't wait to go back and do it again. (We did not miss our internet connection or streaming services one bit.) Our only regret was not booking a longer stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

April D.

1 December 2022

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

Perfect Getaway!

We booked this spot to get a little bit of the Big Bend sites without the crowd. We could also take our dog with us on hikes! The arroyos were perfect to get your steps in and take in the true beauty of nature! We saw javelina pigs, quail and all kinds of other birds. The star gazing was amazing too! We can’t wait to visit again! Kathleen and her family were gracious hosts.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

David J.

24 September 2022

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Rustic does not mean run down

Place has potential but needs work. I knew it was a mobile home but effort is needed to make it a vrbo site. Hang some pictures; replace or tack up wall trim; do something about the water pressure; have a real grill; if nothing can be done about the flies, warn the guests, if you can do something, do it. Couldn’t enjoy the deck because of constant flies. It could have been cleaner, and the ac needs to be improved. The location is good, the arroyo is great, as was the hiking. But, for God’s sake, invest in the site a little. Hang a flower pot or two We won’t recommend and we won’t return.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bambi H.

4 May 2022

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

Amazing Views

If you are looking for a posh gold star abode with easy access to everything this isn't the place for you. However, if you are looking for a place to recharge, escape, get in touch with nature and unplug from the hustle and bustle of city life, it's absolutely perfect. Kathleen is prompt to answer any questions and possibly the friendliest person I've ever spoken with. The location is quite remote so prepare accordingly. There is another resort nearby, so don't go thinking you won't possibly encounter another vacationer if out hiking, but the other place isn't huge so it's not like you'll be bothered by a bunch of people if people are what you are wanting to escape. The desert landscape is amazing with mountains and deep arroyos. The desert vegetation is beautiful but true to the saying, if it's in the desert it will poke you. Be sure to bring appropriate clothing if you plan to go off trails, which by the way, are plentiful are much safer. There were some steep inclines that might be difficult for older or disabled individuals, but doable for those that are perhaps not that athletic or physically active on a regular basis. The roads are pretty well maintained but would suggest that one choose the safer route Kathleen suggests. We ventured the other route to sightsee and found that traveling at night or after dark could be a dangerous thing to do since there are steep inclines, and due to the rocky nature, falling rocks or washouts. The house was comfortable, had a few little quirks, but nothing that would prevent me from returning again. Overall, it was relaxing with a super comfy bed and pretty much everything you need in the kitchen and bathrooms. I most enjoyed the wraparound porch with ample seating to view the birds, ground squirrels, rabbits, deer, and two resident javelina that visited each evening which was quite a treat. I would most definitely return to this Chinati retreat because remote and somewhat rugged was exactly what I was looking for. I enjoyed it so much, I didn't want to leave.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kathleen and Tom Griffith

Tom is a GIS Specialist and a singer songwriter who performs locally in Alpine and Terlingua. Kathleen is a dental hygienist and artist. (Oil painting, mosaics and clay work)
We retired to Alpine from San Antonio TX after purchasing the ranch in 2006.
We have 4 grandchildren and 2 very spoiled dogs, Lillie and Dory.
We enjoy sharing our beautiful ranch with visitors and meeting folks from all over the world.

Why they chose this property

We purchased the 200 acre ranch back in 2006 even though it was 500 miles from our home in San Antonio, TX. We were so captivated by its remoteness and beauty that our hearts told us we had to have it as a get away from the big city. Our intention was to retire there in 2015. We named the ranch Tierra Sagrada (sacred land) realizing it was so magical and special out there. The ranch came with a well, electricity and a large if somewhat older mobile home that we refurbished. In 2011 we purchased a newer small mobile home for guests and renters. We added large decks to both places for relaxing, mountain viewing and star gazing.
We reside in Alpine TX now, just a short beautiful 2 hour drive to the ranch. We spend our time at both places.

What makes this property unique

The unique benefits are being in a magical beautiful place and having no other tourists (except perhaps a feral donkey or two). Typically, you have to camp out to enjoy such remoteness, but here, you have all the comforts of home with the beauty of the land and sky all to yourself. It is ideal for families to hike, view animal tracks, look at the moon coming up over the mountains and stargazing. No cell coverage here, so: NO TEXTING!! Families love the fact that the kids and even themselves get a break for their devices!

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