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El Viejo Adobe - Across from Sul Ross campus!
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10 out of 10
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2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 4 60 sq m
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Alpine, TX
- Sul Ross State University1 min walk
- Big Bend Regional Medical Center14 min walk
- Kokernot Field3 min drive
- Marfa, TX (MRF)43 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
El Viejo Adobe - Across from Sul Ross campus!
This el viejo (old adobe) sits directly across the street from the beautiful Sul Ross State University campus and just a few blocks from downtown Alpine. This is a great basecamp while exploring all that Alpine and Big Bend have to offer. Marfa and Fort Davis are short drives away with beautiful scenery in between.
This location is not suitable for children under 12.
This old adobe sits on land, once part of the W.B.Hancock Ranch which was located just East of the original townsite of Alpine, Texas. After decades of witnessing cowboy and ranch life, this quiet old adobe was on land to be annexed into the town, after Mr. Hancock gave 100 acres for the establishment of Sul Ross State College on “Hancock Hill”.
Located across the street from the beautiful campus of Sul Ross State Univ. (and the Museum of the Big Bend), this old adobe guest house is easily accessible to downtown and restaurants. Only thirty minutes from Ft. Davis, or Marfa, or Marathon, and only an hour and a half hours from the Big Bend National Park, this is a great place to stay!
The living room has a small sofa and two sitting chairs. It has a tv with an Amazon Fire stick to login into your own entertainment apps. (Netflix etc.) Remember to logout before checking out!
Guests may park in the parking lot to the south of the property and access the front porch and side patio.
Call or text me at 432-386-8296.
The north facing porch has been converted into a second bedroom and does not have venting for ac/heating. However it is an adobe house with tile floors and the additional bedroom stays pretty close to the temperature of the main house. A fan and heater are provided for your comfort.
Please note the fireplace is for decorative purposes only.
The guest bedroom is an addition and does not have a vent. Please use the fan or heater provided to heat and cool the room.
Also beware that we have the property regularly treated for pests. However, if you leave food or crumbs out it is very likely to attract ants into the property.
This location is not suitable for children under 12.
This old adobe sits on land, once part of the W.B.Hancock Ranch which was located just East of the original townsite of Alpine, Texas. After decades of witnessing cowboy and ranch life, this quiet old adobe was on land to be annexed into the town, after Mr. Hancock gave 100 acres for the establishment of Sul Ross State College on “Hancock Hill”.
Located across the street from the beautiful campus of Sul Ross State Univ. (and the Museum of the Big Bend), this old adobe guest house is easily accessible to downtown and restaurants. Only thirty minutes from Ft. Davis, or Marfa, or Marathon, and only an hour and a half hours from the Big Bend National Park, this is a great place to stay!
The living room has a small sofa and two sitting chairs. It has a tv with an Amazon Fire stick to login into your own entertainment apps. (Netflix etc.) Remember to logout before checking out!
Guests may park in the parking lot to the south of the property and access the front porch and side patio.
Call or text me at 432-386-8296.
The north facing porch has been converted into a second bedroom and does not have venting for ac/heating. However it is an adobe house with tile floors and the additional bedroom stays pretty close to the temperature of the main house. A fan and heater are provided for your comfort.
Please note the fireplace is for decorative purposes only.
The guest bedroom is an addition and does not have a vent. Please use the fan or heater provided to heat and cool the room.
Also beware that we have the property regularly treated for pests. However, if you leave food or crumbs out it is very likely to attract ants into the property.
Property manager
Bienvenido Big Bend
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
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Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Alpine
Alpine is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kokernot Municipal Park and Shipman Park, while Kiowa Gallery and Museum of the Big Bend are cultural highlights. Wassermann Wranch and Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Garden are also worth visiting.

Alpine, TX
What's nearby
- Sul Ross State University - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Big Bend Regional Medical Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Museum of the Big Bend - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Kokernot Municipal Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Kokernot Field - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 2 min walk
- Sonic Drive-In - 8 min walk
- Alicia's Mexican Restaurant - 10 min walk
- Dairy Queen - 2 min drive
- Pizza Hut - 20 min walk
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16 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Candace N.
7 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Candace N.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cullen M. M.
6 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Alpine!
Cullen M. M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Arsie W.
19 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big Bend vacation
Arsie W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Epifania
20 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Epifania
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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Heather M.
26 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super nice Adobe house
Heather M.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wendy L.
8 December 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Wendy L.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Joseph C.
13 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Joseph C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
8/10 Good
Ruben T.
11 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friday over nighter
Ruben T.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth S.
14 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet & Cozy
Elizabeth S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ivonne
17 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ivonne
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christine T.
1 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Great Stay!
Christine T.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Caleb M.
8 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy home base for West Texas adventures
Caleb M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nancy B.
11 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roadtrip
Nancy B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ester M.
10 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
welcoming and pleasant
Ester M.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
CHRIS W.
12 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to HQ when expiring Bug Bend
CHRIS W.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tracy C.
27 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roadtrip
Tracy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
laura W.
9 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean comfy spot
laura W.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tricia B., Aubrey, TX
12 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Base camp for West TX vacay
Tricia B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Don P., Raleigh, North Carolina
24 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House for Visit to Alpine
Don P.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ann M.
21 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
West TX Getaway
Ann M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
ALison B.
26 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
awesomely styled and comfortable bungalow
ALison B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
nancy v.
13 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
nancy v.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paul M.
19 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay in Alpine
Paul M.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shelley M.
27 May 2024
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Graduation weekend
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