Cactus Corazón: Comfortable, Spacious & Secluded

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A balcony with two wooden rocking chairs and a blue chair, overlooking a desert landscape with mountains in the distance.
An open door leading to a balcony with a view of a desert landscape and distant mountains.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, a rug, and a door.
A single-story house with a flat roof, a front porch, and a visible garage.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a fireplace.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Alpine, TX
  • Place, Many Stones
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

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About the neighborhood

Terlingua

Located in Terlingua, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Hallie Stillwell Hall of Fame Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Big Bend National Park and Persimmon Gap Visitor Center.
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Alpine, TX

What's nearby

  • Many Stones - 53 min drive - 47.5 km

Frequently asked questions

Is Cactus Corazón: Comfortable, Spacious & Secluded pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cactus Corazón: Comfortable, Spacious & Secluded?

As of Oct 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cactus Corazón: Comfortable, Spacious & Secluded on Jan 5, 2027 start from $310, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cactus Corazón: Comfortable, Spacious & Secluded?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cactus Corazón: Comfortable, Spacious & Secluded?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cactus Corazón: Comfortable, Spacious & Secluded located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 32 mi (52 km) of Persimmon Gap Visitor Center, Big Bend National Park, and Many Stones. Big Bend Library and Dog Canyon are also within 32 mi (52 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great location for a family getaway to the Big Bend area. The house had plenty of room for our family of four, the kitchen was well stocked with what we needed to cook dinner there two of our three nights, and the remoteness was great for getting out of civilization and enjoying true quiet and darkness. If we return to the area in the future, we would definitely look to rebook this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great and fully stocked with all the things we needed! Loved it, would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was Amazing. Both me and my wife's first trip to the Big Bend area. Easy to follow driving instructions to arrive. Cactus Corazón is fantastic and we couldn't be happier that we chose to book here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. We loved the seating areas made available to watch the beautiful sunrise and sunset. The only issue was that the road to get to the house was extremely rough for a 12 passenger van.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect rest stop

Great place to recover after hiking for several days in Big Bend National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very impressed with this property. Everything that we needed (including toilet paper, paper towels, linen, cooking utensils, and so much more) was provided. The views were also amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Get-Away!!

We had a Wonderful time! Beautiful Property! Location is Great!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing remote location perfect for a getawayeand extremely clean

Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great stay

Property is very spacious and clean. Management was very responsive to emails and calls. The deck is an absolute plus! Great for stargazing! Overall, we would recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and comfortable

Perfect place to get away from everything. House was clean and in great shape. A very comfortable and relaxing property.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A beautiful, well maintained home in the Texas desert.

We were happy to find accommodations that allowed 5 adults to have plenty of space. The drive out of the ranch was a bit arduous but overall we were very happy with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible location with great sky deck for night watching stars pictures cant justify how incredible the night sky is here so dark and quiet. Super fast internet if you need it. Fun disc golf the kids loved. Cozy house with firm, comfy queen beds. Great outdoor seating areas and fire pit. Fun games and puzzles if the sky is a little cloudy. Clean house plenty of towles and bedding.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Location

The property was perfect for what we were looking for: Isolation, clean, well equipt, functional. Will definitely stay at this property, and recommend this property, for each visit to area. The dirt road was a little rough, I would highly recommend 4x4, trucks, cars with good road clearance.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 20, 2020
Thank you for being our guests and for your kind review. The dirt road definitely gets the attention of folks that are not used to leaving the pavement. We also recommend high clearance. However, under normal conditions it is easily passable in a typical sedan type vehicle. We hope you're able to return again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful dessert property.

Beautiful dessert property. It is off the beaten path which we loved, but not too far out of town or Big Bend National Park. High Profile vehicle a must.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serene and peaceful

My partner and I stayed here for a weekend and were blown away by our time. It was a beautiful home with an incredible 360 degree view. The many accommodations really set this stay apart. The host was very responsive and instructions were clear. Highly recommend and hope to stay here again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Big Bend hiking

The property was exactly as described. Daryl was a great host and responded quickly to our questions. If you want beautiful scenery, serenity and remoteness this is a perfect choice
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cactus Corazón is a Gem

We selected this property for a family get away as it was centrally located to the places and events we wanted to experience. It also provided space, comfort, seclusion and privacy. The observation deck on top of the shipping container was a big hit and excellent way to observe the stars at night while being off the desert floor. The home was very comfortable with all the amenities. We would highly recommend this property for all it has to offer.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Terrific place to stay.

We had a great time. The property has an awesome view, it is very spacious and comfortable. Inside has wifi, clean sheets and towels, washer and dryer, board games, all the kitchen gear you need and plenty of water for registered guests. Outside has a storage container rooftop star gazing area, covered area with grill and picnic table, fire ring and plenty of chairs. It is a bit off the beaten path, but it's a peaceful place to kick back and relax if that is what you're looking for. I highly recommend this property for anyone wanting to stay in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Terlingua Tranquility

The house has everything you need. except cell phone coverage. We really enjoyed time together off-grid. Time to reconnect. We play frisbee golf, watched sunrise and sunset. We spent a lot of time looking at the stars from the sky deck. We hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break 2024

How does perfect sound? This property is perfect for larger groups and families. The house is so spacious, great kitchen, comfy beds and we loved the location. Close enough to the park, Terlingua, and Alpine. The kids had a blast playing outside. Plenty of board games, books and activities for everyone. Absolutely loved the solitude. Star gazing was the absolute best. Thank you so much for sharing this amazing property.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Backyard of Big Bend National Park

We had a lovely stay at Cactus Corazon. We could take the back roads into the park (We have a 4x4), which is one reason we chose this home. It is a very remote location, so takes some time to get to the main road. We had beautiful views of the mountains and we chose this location because we love remoteness. The house had everything we needed and the hosts were very responsive when something had to be attended to. They also promptly answered all of our questions about the area.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gem

This place was so remote. It was quite the adventure driving there, but it just added to the experience in my opinion. My daughters and I really enjoyed the property. We saw deer from the skydeck, so that was a highlight. The skydeck was literally magical at night. The sunsets we witnessed were gorgeous. And the star gazing was unmatched. My girls and I were in awe. We would definitely visit again. Perfect Big Bend vacation spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We visited Big Bend to view the recent meteor shower (Geminids) and this location with its Sky deck was just the ticket. Super secluded but lots of the comforts of home. Super spacious and after a day of hiking, we chilled and watched movies and games from their library. Fully stocked kitchen with tons of supplies, including for the BBQ and fire pit (we made s'mores every night). We took the owners recommendations and loaded up on groceries in Alpine before arriving. While the location is secluded it wasn't too far off from Terilingua and Big Bend. The directions were super descriptive and had zero issue with the drive to the house. We drove in a sedan and no problem with the unpaved portion of the road. I would recommend arriving during the day since it does get so dark. The owners were super communicative; so, don't hesitate to ask any questions. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall Break Getaway

Overall, we had a fantastic stay at this property. From the youngest in our group at age 7 to the oldest at 50, we all enjoyed exploring the property, watching extraordinary ever changing skys, roasting marshmallows and listening to the sounds or lack of sounds... and the house was pristine... everything we needed was there. Hopefully at some point, there will be a more permanent road to get there, as the dirt/ grated rock was difficult on the minivan. But it was worthwhile. Thank you for an unforgettable experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Prime Accommodation

Cactus Corazon is just as great as it seems in the listing. I have stayed here multiple times and will undoubtedly stay here again. The house is wonderfully appointed, and everything is nice, clean, and in working condition. It has everything you need for your getaway and has very isolated feel without being too far or difficult to get to. To me, I consider this a prime location for the area. As mentioned before, I will almost certainly stay here again and definitely highly recommend a tua Corazon. Also, as usual, Daryl and Janet are highly responsive and wonderful to work with. They make the check in and driving instructions a breeze and their responsiveness gives confidence that you will enjoy your stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
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