Marathon: Desert Oasis Retreat

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A rustic outdoor area with a wooden structure, stone seating, and a large tree providing shade.
A wooden bed with white bedding and a colorful blanket, a wooden wardrobe, a small wooden table, and a red wall.
A building with a pink exterior, a window, and a stone pathway leading to a gate.
A wooden staircase with a handrail, leading to a landing with a wicker basket.
A compact bathroom with a sink, toilet, and a door with a blue handle.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Marathon, TX
  • Place, Sul Ross State University
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of the Big Bend
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Kokernot Field
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

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Marathon is home to this holiday home. Local points of interest include Mount Ord.
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Marathon, TX

What's nearby

  • Sul Ross State University - 36 min drive - 62.2 km
  • Kiowa Gallery - 37 min drive - 64.8 km
  • Museum of the Big Bend - 39 min drive - 65.6 km
  • Kokernot Field - 40 min drive - 66.0 km
  • Shipman Park - 41 min drive - 68.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪White Buffalo Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪V6 Coffee Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Marathon Coffee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪12 Gage Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Guzzi Pizza - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Marathon: Desert Oasis Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Marathon: Desert Oasis Retreat?

As of 27 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marathon: Desert Oasis Retreat on 29 October 2026 start from NZ$794, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Marathon: Desert Oasis Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Marathon: Desert Oasis Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Marathon: Desert Oasis Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Marathon: Desert Oasis Retreat located?

Situated in Marathon, this holiday home is within 32 miles (52 km) of Sul Ross State University, Sul Ross Desk and Big Bend Regional Medical Center. Kiowa Gallery and Museum of the Big Bend are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Location
It was a well designed house. We enjoyed the balcony for star gazing, and the courtyard around the house wes lovely. The kitchen was well equipped. The sunrise in the morning was spectacular as it reflected off the walls of the upstair bedroom. My son especially enjoyed the hammock on the balcony. The shower was nice,and we had plenty of hot water for all three of us after our Big Bend adventure hike. The only hinderance we had was it took a little time to get the air conditioner on and cool the place down. We loved being near Big Bend and dining at the 12 Gage restaurant as well as strolling through the beautiful Gage Gardens. Alpine is also not far away for dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our whole family loved this home and property…even our dog! This was our first ever Vrbo rental and we WILL be coming back here again!!! The house was impeccably clean and equipped with everything we needed. It has great desert charm and the view from the balcony and hammock is fabulous. Our entire trip’s purpose was stargazing at Big Bend, but the dark sky view from the balcony and yard is exquisite in its own right. Big Bend was an easy drive and a scenic round trip to and from the rental. Our host was SUPER responsive… available immediately or within minutes when we had questions. Marathon is marvelously quirky; within a block there are mini-mansions, RV’s, and old trailers. This house is a beautiful little oasis, reminiscent of a beach house but with a desert vibe. We were inspired by the unique decor and took a ton of photos for inspiration for our own home. You, your kids, and your pets will not regret staying here!
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Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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