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Casa Wilma solitude beauty escape

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View of the front and north side of Casa Wilma
Front view of Casa Wilma
The full moon rises above Casa Wilma
Casa Wilma from the road
North view of Casa Wilma

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Marathon, TX
  • Place, Sul Ross State University
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Bend Regional Medical Center
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Kokernot Field
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Casa Wilma solitude beauty escape

A unique modern custom built home. Contemporary architecture in the desert. This open air house is a visual treat, both the interior and the landscape, full of delightful surprises and subtle details. Complete with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, Casa Wilma can comfortably accomodate up to 6 people. The modern kitchen has all the comforts you will need to prepare any meal, gourmet or otherwise. Expect a one of a kind stay. Be amazed and enjoy the unobstructed views of the Glass Mountains and Iron Mountain. Relax on the patio with a glass of wine or Topochico and enjoy the wildlife, birds, deer, foz and javelina~just to name a few. In a short 3 minute drive, you will be in downtown Marathon where you will find shopping at Evans Gallery and the V-6, as well as Daniel Kleppers Gallery. Stop by the famous White Buffalo bar for a famous Margarita.
Just a 45 minute drive to the entrance of Big Bend National Park, where you will find incredible hiking, river rafting, bike riding as well as the opportunity to cross over the Rio Grande River to Boquillas Mexico. Remeber to bring your passport!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marathon

Located in Marathon, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling, hunting and hiking nearby.
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Map
Marathon, TX

What's nearby

  • Sul Ross State University - 30 min drive - 59.9 km
  • Big Bend Regional Medical Center - 32 min drive - 62.9 km
  • Museum of the Big Bend - 33 min drive - 63.3 km
  • Kokernot Field - 34 min drive - 64.8 km
  • Shipman Park - 35 min drive - 66.0 km

Getting around

  • Midland, TX (MAF-Midland Intl.) - 174 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White Buffalo Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪V6 Coffee Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Marathon Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪12 Gage Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪J&G Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Wilma solitude beauty escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Casa Wilma solitude beauty escape?

As of 31 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa Wilma solitude beauty escape on 12 July 2026 start from NZ$492, 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 Casa Wilma solitude beauty escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Casa Wilma solitude beauty escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Wilma solitude beauty escape?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Wilma solitude beauty escape located?

Situated in the mountains, 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

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Susan M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LOVED the location, the decor, the design of Casa Wilma! From the large dining room table, the kitchen island, the patio & the bathtub, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
amazing place for our 15 year anniversary..what a great place to stay will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

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

Big Bend Trip

Amazing location and very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique and beautiful spot that is convenient to Main Street. The host provided a cell number in the event we had any needs but everything was perfect! The view was unobstructed and gorgeous!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed house in a great location. Wilma was fantastic as a host. The open concept requires understanding of your housemates’ sleeping habits.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

Casa Wilma

Always an amazing time in your home!!!The Snellings
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

fiona d.

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

Comfy stay

Loved the eclectic and unique decor. Was very well stocked with toiletries, kitchen, utensils, and more. Everything was great about the place. Beds were very comfy and the place was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

b b.

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

Perfect Place

Quiet with beautiful stars. Everything we needed was provided with a well stocked grocery nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

Casa Wilma

We love everything about your home!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PERI S.

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

So unique!

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa Wilma! The property was super unique and everything was very clean and as pictured.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin I.

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

Buetiful Place, it's perfect

Definitely a neat stay in the middle of nowhere. We were there for the Comanche Moon and you could see through the desert like daylight!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hunter C.

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

Great Gem!

Amazing property in marathon. This town is a gem in West Texas. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia F.

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

Excellent

The property is perfect for a trip to Marathon and Big Bend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Best stay ever!

This was the best stay. The house was exactly as advertised. Within walking distance to the Gage hotel if you’d want a nice meal or cocktail. The hammocks out back were amazing - several naps were taken there. Highly recommend. Everything was comfortable. Thank you for being so kind and making us feel welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

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

Relaxing Stay

Everything you need to relax and enjoy! We grilled, we played a ruthless game of monopoly, a challenging game of dominos and then sat quietly on the patio gazing at the stars! Fully recharged and connected with our kids again we head home!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

We had an amazing time! Beautiful house so comfortable and cozy.

We watched the sunset, gazed at the stars, grilled amazing food, had many games of scrabble ... there are just not enough amazing things to say! Just lovely time for the whole family! Thank You!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
So glad you enjoyed your stay!!! I’m so happy to share my little slice of heaven!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy M.

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

Wedding Weekend

Better than expected. Clean. AC unit was a bit loud
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2025
FYI~ for those of you checking reviews before you book~ This is the first 4 star review Casa Wilma has received ~ every other review has been 5 stars~
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Truly Special Place

We just fell in love with Casa Wilma! The architecture and art are so interesting and the location perfect for exploring the park and the area. Able to cook at home or walk to the coffee shop, watch the sunset from the hammock or throw open a garage door to cool down from the afternoon sun. We loved the abundance of fascinating art and decor and got good nights sleep in the comfortable beds. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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

Second time staying

Love this place. It has a wonderful feel. It’s surround by beautiful scenery. We eat out, and we eat at home. Everything is 100% if I could change anything it would be upgrade the two twin mattress . They are like dorm mattresses. We bring extra bedding to help them.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorian G.

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

Lovely family stay in Marathon

We love the city of Marathon and regularly stay at the Gage. However for this trip we were hoping to have a place where our college student and their friends could swing by for meals and hanging out - in addition to somewhere for our family of 5 to sleep and live out of for a long weekend. This property was perfectly suited and met all of our needs. We went into Marathon daily for snacks and then used this house as a base of operations for our visits to Alpine, Balmorhea, Big Bend, Sul Ross and BoquiOlas del Carmen. We saw quail running in the yardand had deer in the front daily.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place for my wife and I and our adult children to stay for a visit to Big Bend. It is very quiet and offers a great view of desert scenery, distant mountains, and endless stars. The decor is fun and artsy. The open concept still allows for sufficient privacy. We would love to come back..
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 March 2026
Looking forward to having you back! 😀
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

We always live staying in your homes!!! Tom is always accommodating!

Will only stay in your homes - the snow was a sweet addition!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert E.

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

Interesting home in a beautiful location.

The home was very comfortable and well-equipped. I spent every day hiking in Big Bend, so I was away most of the day except for evenings. I’m sure that many people opt to camp or find lodging in the park because of the distance (it’s 40 miles to the park entrance, and another 30 miles to the Panther Junction visitor center) but I didn’t mind the drive, and I knew that beforehand. If you’re from any large, polluted city, you will be amazed by the number of stars that can be seen on a clear night. The only light pollution is from homes and businesses around town, so it’s otherwise pretty dark (slow down and be careful driving on HWY 90 at night - animals might be in the road). Being from the upper Texas coast, the dry air and cool mornings were refreshing. I can’t spend more than 30 seconds outside this time of year at home without sweating. They have doors you can open to let in the fresh air, but I opted not to since the bugs were horrible, probably due to recent rain. Overall, I’d recommend this place to anyone visiting the area as a home base for a trip to Big Bend or Marfa as long as you’re okay with driving to get to those places. Marathon has everything you need. Alternatively, if you’re just looking for a place to park on the couch and do nothing for a couple days, this would be a great option for that, too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stan D.

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

Casa Wilma

Fun, interesting, well-furnished and equipped house. Great location. Great place to stay for exploring Big Bend NP and environs.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hanna J.

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

Funky space with fantastic views

This was our second stay at Casa Wilma, so we knew what to expect - great location just past the Marathon motel, gorgeous views, funky interior decor with nice kitchen / dining / living room layout for entertaining. The rooms don't have walls that go all the way up to the ceilings so be prepared to hear everything in the whole house all the time. We knew this was the case so weren't put off by it, but still something to keep in mind for anyone looking for more privacy / sound-proofing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

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