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Casita on Arabella Mountain

Holiday home in Fort Davis with kitchen and patio

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Room
Queen bed and Lazy-Boy Slumber-Aire sleeper sofa.
Queen bed
Sofa and recliner
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Davis Mountains State Park
  • Place, McDonald Observatory
  • Place, Fort Davis National Historic Site
  • Airport, Marfa, TX (MRF)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Casita on Arabella Mountain

Guest (studio) casita located on Arabella Mtn. in Limpia Crossing, 9 miles from Fort Davis and 8 miles from McDonald Observatory. Cools mornings, pleasant afternoons. The casita has everything you need to get away from it all. Sleep in or have early coffee and watch the wildlife. One can choose to have dinner in town or cook and have a quiet dinner in the casita. Star gazing is beautiful here in the Davis Mountains.

The casita has kitchen/dining area with seating for 4, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, coffee pot. Large walk-in shower with towels, soap, shampoo, hair dryer. Queen bed and a queen Lazy-Boy Slumber Aire sofa sleeper with linens, blankets, pillows. TV with DVD player with DVD's available and DISH TV. Cell phone booster to improve cell service. Playing cards and jigsaw puzzles, books on the area and astronomy available for guests to use. Washer and dryer. Small BBQ grill for your use.

Guests have access to the casita and are able to hike up Arabella Mountain if desired.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

Fort Davis

Located in Fort Davis, this holiday home is in the mountains. Fort Davis National Historic Site is a local landmark and some of the area's attractions include McDonald Observatory and Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Garden. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like cycling and mountain climbing.
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Fort Davis, TX

What's nearby

  • Davis Mountains State Park - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
  • McDonald Observatory - 12 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Fort Davis National Historic Site - 18 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Garden - 30 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Château Wright Winery - 46 min drive - 37.9 km

Getting around

  • Marfa, TX (MRF) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Bear Lodge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Old Texas Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Black Bear Restaurant @ The Indian Lodge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stardate Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Port-a-Pit Barbecue - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casita on Arabella Mountain pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casita on Arabella Mountain?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casita on Arabella Mountain?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casita on Arabella Mountain located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 5 mi (8.1 km) from Davis Mountains State Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of McDonald Observatory and Fort Davis National Historic Site. Overland Trail Museum is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

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

Great location and experience

This was the perfect size and location for our trip to Ft. Davis.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamitha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Casita was quiet, comfortable, and wonderful. Everything we needed, and more, for our Davis Mountain trip. It’s super easy to find and right near Fort Davis, Davis Mountain Observatory, and Davis Mountain State Park. Highly recommend and would love to come stay again!
A brown tarantula in the wild!
A view from Davis Mountain State Park.
A view from Davis Moutain State Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ora C.

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

Peaceful! Just what we wanted!

The Casita was clean and comfortable. It was well supplied. We enjoyed being in the country but close enough to town if we needed anything. Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles F.

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

Good location near Ft Davis.

Good location. Not far off main road. Reasonable price and had what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Christian C.

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

Easy Getaway in Fort Davis

Deanna's Casita was a simple and perfect little getaway outside Fort Davis and close to the McDonald Observatory. The private covered porch with beautiful views of the mountains was my main go-to for coffee in the morning or dinner at dusk. Lovely views of the mountains and neighborhood are at your front door. High desert animals are the only sounds you hear here. It is a super quiet and comfortable place to stay!
View of a thunderstorm over the mountains seen from the patio.
Location on the hill/mountain side.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

D D.

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

Great Casita

We enjoyed our stay in this Casita. It was very clean and comfortable. We had a large living space and the kitchen had everything we needed. Our host was very helpful and we highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

courtney m.

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

Mcdonald observatory

Great location for our hikes and visit to the star party!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne T.

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

Loved it!

Well kept roomy casita. Equipped with everything we needed. Nice and private with great views. The muffins were delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leo R.

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

Relaxing and peaceful

We had an amazing stay and will be back!! Place was fully stocked and the muffins were amazing!! We star gazed and we're just blown away and all tje astronomy books made it even better..Thank you again for your hospitality!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Loretta H.

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

All the comforts of home

This was the perfect place for us. Cozy and comfortable. Quiet and peaceful. Spectacular view. Beautiful weather and pictures. Visits by birds, Javelina and rabbits. Sights to visit. We enjoyed every minute of our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig T.

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

Wake up to a mountain sunrise

We could have chosen to stay in town in a motel room but luckily I found Casita Arabella on a mountainside at 2900’ with living room/bedroom, a spacious dining and well-equipped kitchen, washer/dryer, plus birds and deer on the mountain. No near neighbors, no noise, nice swivel-mounted tv.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Excellent for stargazing or just visiting

Comfortable, peaceful and private location. Everything you need for a getaway. Location is very convenient to the Observatory and many side trips. Great place for hanging out, making day trips or taking pictures of the stars. Deanna is friendly without being imposing and made sure we had everything we needed for our stay. She gave us great tips for making the most of our trip. Enjoyed the sunrises, sipping on coffee and watching the Barbary sheep . Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean K.

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

Cowboy tear

Deanna and her husband were great hosts. Checked in on us to see if we were enjoying our stay and we needed additional towels. We wanted for nothing as our stay was great and the Casita on Arabella was clean and peaceful. Can’t wait to come back. Close to Ft Davis town. Beautiful weather and views at night and in the morning. Thank you Deanna.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Beautiful Mountainside Getaway

Cozy little house on the side of a mountain! Comfy bed and pillows, nice sized shower so you don't bump your elbows, and far away from any road noise. The neighborhood is Dark Sky friendly, so it's a perfect place to sit outside and see the stars. Building is situated so you get a wonderful view of sunrises and sunsets and, if you're lucky, get to see a storm at the top of the mountain across the valley. We also got to see aoudad, deer, a tarantula crossing the road, and a coyote. The host is welcoming and easy to contact if you need anything. I wish we could have stayed longer! We're both looking forward to coming back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

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

Wonderful Little Casita

The Casita is a great place to stay, especially if your visiting the McDonald Observatory. Deanne and Lonnie are fantastic hosts. This little home is extremely clean and it has all the amenities you need to cook your own dinners or just enjoy an outdoor cookout. Beds were comfortable and we had plenty of extra towels, blankets, and pillows for our family of 4. We were treated with complimentary tea, coffee, water, muffins, and popcorn. There are puzzles, cards, movies, and even binoculars to look at the stars in the amazing dark sky at night. We were surrounded by wild life and you can hike up the hills nearby that have gorgeous views. We didn’t have an issue with the cell phone reception. All we did was switch our phones to 3G and we had reliable cell/data during our whole stay. We hope to return again one day. Thank you for your kindness and hospitality Deanne and Lonnie.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Evonne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable/ out of town but close enough to everything we wanted to do/ extremely peaceful/ Thank you for the anniversary gift/ very thoughtful and fully appreciated/ The Turners
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Casita was perfect. We had a wonderful stay. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean comfortable casita with all the comforts of home. View is awesome and stars were exceptional. Enjoyed our stay and we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karel O.

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

Wonderful!

Great location, wonderful place!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti B.

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

A nice stay

The house was clean, everything we needed, cute & decorated nice, we really liked the house, the map wall was cool, the extra quilt on bed was good to have, comfortable bed, nice bathroom, the ac worked good & was quiet, good coffee makers, & we enjoyed the patio & grill, Got to see wildlife, rabbits, deer, peccary. It was quiet & really nice. We enjoyed your books & you have the house set up nice & all the info on fridge was good to have.It was good to meet Deanna, she was so nice & helpful, your muffins were so good. I would recommend this nice place & would like to stay again. Thank you Deanna, it was such a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahesh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful place to stay. Well stocked with all necessary things. Clean and well maintained property. Quiet and peaceful. Great Sunrise views from patio. Only 15 mins to McDonald observatory and within 30 mins to Davis mountain state park and historic site. Muffins provided by host are very delicious. We will highly recommend this place to all our friends and if we visit again, we will definitely book this again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

Wonderful, very clean, beautiful views

My brother, cousin and I picked this cabin as a base for our 4-day adventure motorcycle rides through the beautiful Fort Davis - Presidio - Big Bend area. This place was the PERFECT place. Night sky star gazing is wonderful. Additionally, this cabin is situated such that you get amazing sunrise AND sunset views. The cabin is pristinely clean, has everything we needed, and the hosts were wonderful. Both of the husband/wife team stopped by to check on us at check-in and again mid-way through our stay. They are the quintessential all-American, nice couple. I give this place my highest recommendation. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann V.

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

Wonderfully Clean and Cute

This is a very clean casita and had everything we needed and more! The hostess is wonderful, and furnished the casita with so many helpful extras such as books, maps, and more. It is in a perfect location for visiting Davis Mountains National Park and the McDonald Observatory.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia A.

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

Amazing!

Our stay at the Casita was amazing! It was everything we hoped for. The host provided all the expected amenities and more! The property was beautiful and exquisitely maintained as well. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Deanna Hebert

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We are a semi-retired couple who love to travel. We moved to Fort Davis in 2013 from south of Houston. We also own an ice cream shop located in a Burlington Northern Caboose and an antique shop.

Why they chose this property

The Casita has everything you need for a short or extended stay. It is quiet and the views are beautiful.

Languages:

English

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