Fossil Knob Ridge -Chisos: Ultra-Modern Container Home

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A nighttime outdoor seating area with chairs around a fire pit, a clear view of the mountains, and a visible moon in the sky.
A small building with a covered porch and a large water tank, surrounded by a barren landscape with mountains in the background.
A room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a large window with a view.
A room with a teal-framed chalkboard displaying 'Fossil Knob Ridge,' a desk with a lamp, books, and a patterned wall.
Two potted plants, a stone with text, and a metal structure.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Panoramic mountain views
    Guests love the sweeping mountain views that frame every part of the stay.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Terlingua, TX
  • Place, Terlingua Ghost Town
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Starlight Theatre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Bend Ranch State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony

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About the neighborhood

Terlingua

Located in Terlingua, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Terlingua Ghost Town and Homer Wilson Ranch are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park.
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Terlingua, TX

What's nearby

  • Terlingua Ghost Town - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Starlight Theatre - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Big Bend Ranch State Park - 16 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Barton Warnock Visitor Center - 17 min drive - 25.5 km
  • Big Bend National Park - 20 min drive - 19.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪El Gordo’s Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Starlight Theater - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chili Pepper Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Venga - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Kiva - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fossil Knob Ridge -Chisos: Ultra-Modern Container Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fossil Knob Ridge -Chisos: Ultra-Modern Container Home?

As of Nov 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fossil Knob Ridge -Chisos: Ultra-Modern Container Home on Jan 6, 2027 start from $406, 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 Fossil Knob Ridge -Chisos: Ultra-Modern Container Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fossil Knob Ridge -Chisos: Ultra-Modern Container Home?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fossil Knob Ridge -Chisos: Ultra-Modern Container Home located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Starlight Theatre and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Terlingua Ghost Town. Big Bend Library and Many Stones are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 113 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Amazing views…so many stars. We had a wonderful trip. The bed was super comfortable. High Sierra Bar was really close and fun. We were happy we read the reviews and listened to Janet. The road to the Fossil Ridge is rough, but worth it. Thank you!,
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stargazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good communication from host. Loved the property - very remote and peaceful, comfortable king bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It is a beautiful location filled with peace and quiet..We stayed in the Chisos House and then transferred to Burna Suerte...the views are stunning at sunrise and 🌅 . Be prepared to travel up an impaled sirt road for about 1.7 miles, and a truck is better suited...I would recommend Fossil Knob to anyone seeking peace & quiet, with a side of adventure in Big Bend !!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful, adventurous, just plain fun!

Absolutely amazing experience from booking to departure.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great Option

With all the over-priced, but underwhelming accommodations that have popped up in the area contrasted with ones that are past their prime, Fossil Knob is perfect. Easy access to the park and ghost town but still peaceful with great views.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Fun get away

Wonderful views and great privacy. The house is very comfortable. Directions were great. Last couple of miles were an adventure but well worth it.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stargazing at its best

Loved it—-thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean equiped property. Off the beaten track enough that there was no traffic even from locals.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection

We stayed 3 nights and had an amazing time! The beautiful sunrises, morning hikes looking at fossils and plants on the acreage, evenings by the fire, grilling at sunset with Mountain View’s! We had everything we needed and it was great being so close to Terlingua Ghost town and a short scenic drive to Lajitas..great spot!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beatiful vista

The property is well done and well maintained. Exactly like the photos and description. Property manager great. Beatiful views of the mountains in Big Bend from the patio.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Location

The Chisos property at Fossil Knob Ridge is such a great place to stay when visiting the Terlingua/Big Bend area. The views are gorgeous and the stargazing is outstanding! While the trek up the last stretch of road is a little bumpy, it is very conveniently located and everything is just as described. There has also been a lot of thought and care put into the necessities and amenities available. We had an awesome stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful container home. Spacious for it's size. Excellent view. Road to the home is gravel rough road and it's uphill. Recommend you have an SUV. Enjoyed our stay would stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Views!

Perfectly unique home base for a trip to Big Bend. My two kiddos and I visited in January and stayed for 3 nights. Wonderful vistas in the morning and night. The patio faces the sunrise, great view and peaceful way to start the day with coffee. Stars at night were amazing. Container is cozy, very comfortable, and totally workable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Unique Terlingua Experience

The Chisos house at Fossil Knob Ridge was clean and comfortable. Loved staying in the container converted to a house with beautiful views of Terlingua and the Chisos mountains. We had everything we needed and greatly enjoyed the peace and tranquility of the property. Highly recommend and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

A Great Experience

I cannot say enough good things about our stay - what a cool setup. This was our 2nd time to the Big Bend area - Fossil Knob Ridge made this visit a special visit. It was quite apparent that the owners invested a piece of themselves when completing their project - you can feel their heart and soul in the place. If you get the chance - stay here while visiting Big Bend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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

Get away

Property is exactly as described. Very comfortable stay with great views. The road up to the property is extremely rough. The property is worth the rough road. Has everything you need! Enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our six-day stay at Chisos House was fantastic. Property description exactly as listed - amazing sunrises, dark skies, and view of Big Bend NP. Communication from host prior to and during our stay was accurate (type of vehicle needed to access property and directions), helpful and prompt.Location is perfectly situated to enjoy time in both Big Bend National Park and Big Bend State Park Ranch. We probably wouldn’t have considered the State Park if the National Park facilities hadn’t been closed due to govt shutdown. Beautiful hikes in both BBNP and BBSPR with our three year old.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great Terlingua Stay

Wow is all that I can say about the view from this property. Perched on top of the hill facing the mountains. Perfectly located to visit Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. Plenty of neat shops and restaurants within a mile of the house. A very neat "container" home. Well stocked with paper products and coffee supplies. There was a nice firepit for evenings watching the stars, and I do mean plenty of stars in the sky. If you are looking for a stay in the area, this is it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I am so glad that we found and stayed at the Chisos house. It was perfect for me, my wife, and my teenage daughter. It was a great place to come back to after all-day excursions at Big Bend. We loved everything about the house - the layout, location, bedrooms, kitchen, and the outdoor setup. It was nice to relax on the patio and then at night, have a fire going and then get to see the awesome night sky! This place was pretty secluded, which is a huge plus for us. The road to get to it is definitely rough and, as they mentioned, a high-clearance vehicle is recommended. Still, I saw some smaller vehicles on that road so if you go slow enough, I think it's still doable. If/when we go back to big bend, I'm not sure if I would need to look for anywhere else to stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Unique!

Our stay was great, everything as expected! The view is breathtaking! WiFi is impressive! Found the rental to be well equipped! Loved sitting out on the porch and using the fire pit at night! The road up to the unit was not that difficult...just follow the directions! Happy to say we found the containers to be a comfy, cozy little niche in Terlingua!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was secluded and quiet. It was a little slow getting to it but no problem for our well seasoned 4 wheel drive; excellent directions from the host! The kitchen was ideal with all full size appliances and a wealth of utensils and cookware. The bed was comfortable, not too firm or soft. The views were amazing! We spent most of our time on the patio when not out exploring the area. The grill worked perfectly and we cooked several meals there. The bathroom shower was huge and impressive; the extra small bathroom sink took some getting used to but it was manageable. A big thank you to the hosts who were very helpful. We will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Private, modern, isolated.

Well kept storage trailer duo. Kitchen, bath, bedroom, living room. Nice patio with red night-vision lighting overlooking Big Bend Park. It's a short distance to the western park entrance. The road is rough getting there so drive slowly. It's not hard to find-just follow the directions carefully. We would definitely stay here again when back in BB/Terlingua.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Getaway

We absolutely loved this shipping container unit! It had everything we needed for our trip! Such a peaceful place to stay- The night skies were breathtaking - and the town of Terlingua was so much fun! We could easily have stayed another week! Make sure to bring some extra drinking water so you don't use all of the water at the rental. Please heed the information about the drive up - the last leg of the road is quite bumpy - it's doable in a smaller SUV like we had.. but a Truck or higher SUV would be preferable.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday Getaway

Our stay at Fossil Knob Ridge - Chisos was nothing short of incredible! The ultra-modern container home was spotless, thoughtfully designed, and packed with everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing getaway. The panoramic views of the desert and distant mountains were absolutely breathtaking—sunrises and sunsets here are a must-see!We especially loved the attention to detail throughout the space, from the cozy bedding and sleek furnishings to the fully equipped kitchen. The remote, peaceful setting gave us a true escape while still being just a short drive to Big Bend National Park and Terlingua.This place is a perfect blend of style, serenity, and convenience. We’ll absolutely be recommending it to friends and can’t wait to return. Thank you for an unforgettable experience!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
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