Casa Vida

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Front porch with mountain view toward back yard

Front bathroom with over-sized Mexican tile shower

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9.6

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pool

Washer

Hot Tub

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Alpine, TX

Sul Ross State University11 min walk
Big Bend Regional Medical Center12 min walk
Museum of the Big Bend2 min drive
Marfa, TX (MRF)35 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Casa Vida - Lyle Lovett Wrote 3 Songs Here!

We were honored to learn that Lyle Lovett had been a guest at Casa Vida and had written three songs during his stay. He expressed his thanks in the guest book entry shown that is framed at the house. You will be inspired, too, by your stay at Casa Vida ('Life House'), whose name signifies it's contribution to the lives of our guests. We hope that your visit to Casa Vida will also 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.

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 additional family or friends. 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!

Property manager

Robert Howard

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

wash all dishes remove trash from house and place in outside container No fires

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Alpine

Located in Alpine, this vacation home is in the mountains. Kiowa Gallery and Museum of the Big Bend are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wassermann Wranch and Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Garden. Scuba diving and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.

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Alpine, TX

What's nearby

Kiowa Gallery - 10 min walk
Sul Ross State University - 11 min walk
Big Bend Regional Medical Center - 12 min walk
Museum of the Big Bend - 2 min drive
Kokernot Park - 3 min drive

Getting around

Alpine Station - 9 min walk
Marfa, TX (MRF) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min walk
‪Alicia's Mexican Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
‪Railroad Blues - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa Vida - Lyle Lovett Wrote 3 Songs Here! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Casa Vida - Lyle Lovett Wrote 3 Songs Here! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Vida - Lyle Lovett Wrote 3 Songs Here!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Vida - Lyle Lovett Wrote 3 Songs Here!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Vida - Lyle Lovett Wrote 3 Songs Here! located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Kiowa Gallery, Sul Ross State University, and Big Bend Regional Medical Center. Museum of the Big Bend and Kokernot Park are also within 2 mi (3 km). Alpine Station is 9 minutes by foot.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Mary Alice W.

May 12, 2024

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in

Alpine stay

The lock box was confusing; it was hard to open. The key was not labeled as to which door to unlock; the front door lock was loose and antiquated. The back bathroom sink was dirty. The floor around the master bed needs better cleaning and the mattress pad on that bed had a stain that looked like blood. The chairs outside had bird poop on them. The place was charming with all the nick nacks. It would have been nice to have regular coffee provided instead of a decaf coffee. A kettle would be nice too for those who want tea and maybe provide tea bags.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

LEE C.

Apr 16, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Songs

Need to update his profile said had hot tub but none. Nobody empty trash before we got there.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

John W.

Feb 20, 2024

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Items of concern

Good location for attending the Lone Star cowboy Poetry Gathering, February 14-18. However, problems were present. The coffeemaker had not been cleaned; filter and grounds were still in the coffeemaker. Several items were left in the refrigerator. We removed the items we took, but left the other items. We purchased toilet paper and paper towels, unaware those items were in the laundry room until we left this morning, February 19, 2024.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denese H.

Jan 12, 2024

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

Eclectic and adorable casa

House was exactly as described. Owner communication is good. Temps were cold during our stay, and they only have space heaters in the house so it was chilly. Overall, very spacious, much more than we really needed. Would be perfect during fall weather to enjoy a fire and the big Texas sky. Convenient location in town near food, shops, etc!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob D.

Jan 2, 2024

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

Alpine base vacation

We had a great stay at Casa Vida in Alpine, which met and exceeded our expectations in all respects! Very homely and well equipped house, great decor, good location, comfortable beds and couches etc. We loved sitting outside in the sun for breakfast. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David E., Seabrook, Texas

Oct 26, 2023

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

Really nice house in a quite location.

My wife and I spent 10 days traveling around West Texas. We stayed in this house the last 2 nights. It was our favorite place to stay on our trip. Super clean house in a nice location. Great outdoor areas to enjoy the evening. We loved the fact that Lyle Lovett wrote some songs there. It will be our go to place for future trips to Alpine.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Sep 16, 2023

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

We Loved Casa Vida!

Very unique property with a lots of charm and all the comforts of home. The property owner was great and easy to communicate with. Perfect location for exploring the Big Bend area. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend this property for anyone interested in the Big Bend area.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Don & Becky D.

Jul 17, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Charming Place but poor management.

This is a really cute and unique place in a charming town. Lots of room and comfortable beds. Reasonably priced. We had issues with a couple of items not working, but the owner addressed them, and compensated us appropriately for our inconvenience. Highly recommended.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

May 4, 2023

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

Cute casa in Alpine

We were there in spring! They have a beautiful cactus garden and several great outside seating areas for sitting, drinking, eating. We thoroughly enjoyed it and did a little cooking and found all we needed.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Diana O., GEORGE WEST texas

Mar 6, 2023

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

House close to everything in Alpine

Cute house, but wasn’t happy about the neighborhood. We did fine tho. No problems.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cory H.

Jan 1, 2023

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

Uniquely Enjoyable

Very unique property, as described by the listing. Great communication with the owner, overall enjoyed our stay. Great homebase for a trip down to Big Bend.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Brandon T.

Dec 9, 2022

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

Cozy southwestern house

Lots of southwestern charm in this unique house. The kitchen is a bit cramped but adequate. The yard was very pretty and the neighborhood quiet. Overall a good stay and lots to do nearby.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Karli P., United States

Nov 23, 2022

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

Memorable stay at Casa Vida!

Casa Vida was a great home-base to explore Big Bend National Park as well as the surrounding area. We drive into the park on two different days. The route from Alpine to the west entrance is especially picturesque. Drive takes a little under 1.5 hrs to get into the heart of the park. The house is charming and has very comfortable beds. We’d stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Patricia L.

Nov 15, 2022

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

It was nice and we loved the place

Good communication

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Connie R.

Oct 27, 2022

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

Very convenient and beautifully decorated.

We had a great time.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail G.

Sep 26, 2022

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

Enjoyable Alpine stay

Our group of four women found Casa Vida to be charming, well-located, and comfortable. It has great hang-out areas outside. We are native plant enthusiasts so enjoyed the interesting plantings and butterflies that abounded. The house layout is quirky, which we enjoyed, and we had plenty of room to spread out. We were comfortable even with this exceptionally warm September. We enjoyed being close enough to walk downtown and to Saturday Farmer's Market. The mural map was very helpful and most of our group followed the maps to visit as many murals as possible. Other favorite spots: the Century Bar & Grill, Guzzi Up, Front St. Bookstore, and Whitlock Art Studio.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chase G.

Sep 21, 2022

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

Great accommodations and easy check out process.

Really enjoyed our stay in this southwest styled home. Nice and clean accommodations, easy check in / out process and responsive owner. The location was ideal too. Great base to explore the surrounding area. Would definitely book again.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S., Portland, Oregon

Jul 10, 2022

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

Fantastic Home in a Great Location

We loved our time at this home! This home was our base of operations for our family of 6 for 5 nights while we explored the surrounding towns and Big Bend NP. The home is older and has some quirks but we thought everything was functional, stocked, and comfortable, so for us it was all quite charming. The beds are very comfortable, the swamp coolers kept the house cool, the kitchen had everything we needed to make dinner, and the showers were hot. We loved ending every evening outside watching the stars. The house is just minutes to everything you might need in town, and we fell in love with Alpine while we were there. Thank you to the owner for sharing your wonderful home!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanye E.

May 23, 2022

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

Beautiful sunset

We really enjoyed our evening wine, sitting out in the quiet, beautiful, relaxing setting there at the home!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Traci M., Bloomfield Hills

May 7, 2022

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

Great location, to die for pillows/bed and a jacuzzi tub I used every night! Great place .

Perfect place to call home for a week!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carl B.

Apr 26, 2022

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

Desert oasis

My family of four had a great visit in Alpine. Our stay at Casa Vida was comfortable, easy, and seamless. The property at Casa Vida is well thought out, nicely decorated, very spacious, is in a great location….it just felt like home.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

lori G.

Apr 17, 2022

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

Lovely property with a beautiful garden and outdoor spaces. Flexible interior. Easy drive to Big Bend. Recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Apr 7, 2022

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

Great value for the money

Very cozy and homely house with all the amenities you'll need. Nice outdoor seating area and on walking distance to town. Good basis for exploring Big Bend and Davis Mountains. We spent 7 nights and I would rent this place again.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kittie P.

Mar 7, 2022

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

Amazing

Beautiful cozy home ! Enjoyed hanging out on the back patio enjoyed the nicely decorated yard Amenities are too many to list Robert definitely covered all the bases Highly recommend staying here

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara V.

Mar 2, 2022

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

Unique decor

Comfortable home with lots of Mexican tile touches. Wish it had been warmer so we could have enjoyed the several comfortable outdoor seating areas. Enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022