Casa Vida - Rustic Elegance in the Heart of Big Bend Country Alpine, Texas Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 230912

Front porch and side yard. Great mountain views from here!

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Location: Alpine, Big Bend Country, Texas, USA (604 e. gallego alpine tx)

Accommodations:  House with Extensive Grounds, 2 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-7)

We named Casa Vida ("Life House") to signify it's contribution to the fullness of our lives. We hope that your visit to Casa Vida will be a treasured experience, to be shared with friends and family and repeated as often as possible.

Casa Vida offers the comforts of home, while immersing our guests in the natural and historical perspectives of the Big Bend region. The house itself, a renovated adobe featured in Alpine's historic home tour, is fully furnished and decorated with authentic pieces native to the rugged, yet refined confluence of Mexican, Texan, and Western cultures that makes the legendary Big Bend Country unique in so many ways.

Information below details the myriad amenities of Casa Vida and nearby. It is important, however, to highlight the unusual and practical 1,400 sq. ft. floor plan that has evolved since the original adobe structure was created over 70 years ago. Two separate and private living areas, joined by access to the remarkable and fully supplied kitchen, offer ideal accommodations for two couples or a couple and an additional family unit. Bring the friends or grandparents and stay in complete comfort and harmony!

The spacious grounds of Casa Vida offer privacy and ambiance that enhance enjoyment of the views of surrounding mountains and superb Alpine climate at 4500 feet elevation. Abundant sensory delights are guaranteed. Little known fact: Alpine's average high temperature for July and August is 89 degrees and its average night-time temperature for the same months is 65 degrees!(Heaters and blankets provided year-round!)

Our guests at Casa Vida face an ongoing dilemma: whether to relax at the seductively peaceful and therapeutic house and grounds, experience the surrounding historic district with its distinctive architecture, shops, art galleries, restaurants, and entertainment (you've got to check out Big Bend's only honky tonk, Railroad Blues!)-all in walking distance, or set out on an easy day trip to explore the natural and cultural wonders that lie to the north, south, east, and west.

A quick look at a map and internet info will show you that Alpine is the best home-base from which to see the majestic and multi-faceted Big Bend Country. Let us share Casa Vida-a home that will become a part of your life!

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning: Evaporative coolers
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Covered Parking: Available for one standard sedan (low clearance).
  • Off Street Parking: Up to eight vehicles
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
• Beds
  • Queen Bed: Luxurious new memory foam with pillow top
  • Double Bed: New and very comfortable
  • Twin/Single Bed
  • Convertible Bed
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV (3)
  • DVD
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
  • Jetted Tub in Bath
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: Fully stocked, spacious, and uniquely charming
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Deck/Patio (2) : One open, private patio with double doors from master bedroom. Another large covered area next to the back door.
  • Lanai: A totally distinctive veranda in the front of the house with a flagstone floor, an old rocking chair, and great mountain views.
  • Gazebo: Western style in private area suitable for reading or working with Wi-Fi
• View/Location
  • Mountain View
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • Free Long Distance
  • Broadband Internet
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Other Amenities
  • Over-sized shower with stunning Mexican alhambra tile; large private fenced yard; multiple shaded and open outdoor sitting areas; Remodeled adobe and stucco historic home with natural wood, tile and stone floors,leather couches and authentic rustic Mexican solid wood and leather furniture; three televisions with satellite connections.
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Rafting
  • Kayaking
  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Rock Climbing
  • Spelunking
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Racquetball
  • Basketball Court
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
  • Horseshoes
  • Horseback Riding
  • Hot Air Ballooning
• Other Activities
  • Alicia's Restaurant-featured in Texas Monthly, half a block from the house,open for breakfast,lunch,and dinner;Art Galleries; Historical and Geological Tours; Big Bend National Park; Guadalupe Mountains National Park; Big Bend State Park; McDonald Observatory; Marathon; Gage Hotel and gardens; Fort Davis; Marfa; Balmorhea State Park Natural Springs Swimming Pool; Terlingua; Lajitas Resort; Davis Mountains; Sul Ross State University and Facilities, including running track and indoor swimming pool (all walking distance); Regional Hospital; Airport; City Park Swimming Pool; Chinati Hot Springs Spa.

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$145/night (Mon-Thurs) .. $175/night (Fri-Sun & Holiday Seasons)
3 night minimum holiday seasons (Christmas, New Year's, Spring Break, July 4th,
Thanksgiving). 2 night minimum all other weekends.
Stays of 1 or 2 nights - add $50 cleaning fee
$2495/month (four weeks)
Non-Holiday.....$795/week
Holiday Season..$895/week

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 09/25/09
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  Bill Worrell , New Art, Texas
  • THE SWEET SPOT By Bill Worrell One day a friend was visiting. He was a sound engineer from Nashville; one who had recorded the likes of George Strait and many others. He was in my painting / sculpture studio, which is a place I often stage music concerts. He walked about for quite a while, humming and singing. After a while he exclaimed, “Here it is! This is the sweet spot.” And it was, and it still is. That is the spot where we record; and that is the spot where performers perform. I had not realized there was a “sweet spot” before then. Afterwards I became aware that sweet spots are scattered about the planet. I realized there are special sweet spots that do not pertain only to the sounds of music. One is my place on the Llano River in Texas. Another is my little casita in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Not long ago I was treated to a stay at another sweet spot. It is in Alpine, Texas. It is a tidy and quaint bed and breakfast place called “Casa Vida”. It is near the heart of the town, and yet remote and private in its unique way. Now and then a train passes close by, bringing a bit of nostalgia about the incredible feat of establishing intercontinental railway systems. Mountains surround the vista, which, of course, is why the name of the township was long ago changed from Murphyville to Alpine. Nearby are such things as the Big Bend National Park, the McDonald Observatory, Sul Ross University, Balmorhea Springs Pool, and the old movie set of “Giant,” where Elizabeth Taylor, Rock Hudson, James Dean, Sal Mineo, and other famous stars acted out Edna Ferber’s famous novel. Valentine, Texas is o close, and also Marfa, Texas, with its world famous “Marfa Lights.” So if you want to escape whatever your routine might be, and read, write, paint, or soak in the flavor of the old West and reminisce about the cowboy way of life, try a few days or even a few weeks at the incredible cottage named “Casa Vida”.
• 08/12/09
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  T Dale Bagwell , Spring, TX
  • Casa Vida was a great place to stay on our week long visit to Alpine. Luckily all the hotels were booked and my daughter looked for an alternative. This 'alternative' beat the competition by a mile. A beautiful place to stay. And we were able to economically house two couples and a baby for our visit to see my son's graduation from Sul Ross, our day trip to Big Bend, our trip to swim at State Park Balmarhea, visit the Marfa Lights and entertain our son's friends for one evening. We utilized the kitchen many times to reduce our restaurant visits. All in all, I will be looking at this HomeAway Connect for accommodations in the future in addition to hotels.
• 08/04/09
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  , Texas
  • My girlfriend and I stayed at Casa Vida and we loved the house and its porches and yard. Alpine's a great little town, complete with the train running through it, and the neighbors with the crowing rooster. The house is clean and we felt completely safe there. I'd certainly stay there again.
• 05/14/09
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  • I had the pleasure of staying in Casa Vida in Alpine, Texas, during the week of April 20, 2009. After "ranchin'" and "rock huntin" during the days, I refreshed myself each evening, surrounded by all the comforts and beauty of "cowboy chic." Casa Vida reminded me of a romantic 19th century inn where we used to stay when in Old Mesillo near Las Cruces, New Mexico. And it was reminiscent of the resort of Cibolo Creek on the way to Presidio in deep West Texas. Casa Vida has the relaxing feel of easy-going, welcoming warmth that just makes deep breathing easier...and it has all the conveniences and amenities. Things don't get a whole lot better! I look forward to visiting the "living house" in the future.
• 05/13/09
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  Jim Franklin , Clyde,Texas
  • We stayed in this house ,from May 2 through May 9,2009. The house was very comfortable and we enjoyed it very much. It is very convenient to many vacation sights. The management was accomodating as well as friendly and helpfull. Ipersonnaly want to say thank you to Christina.

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