Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
Games
A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
Guests like the location for the scenic views.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Big Bend Ranch State Park
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Lajitas, TX
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Place, Big Bend Ranch State Park
15 min walk
Barton Warnock Visitor Center
Place, Barton Warnock Visitor Center
1 min drive
Terlingua Ghost Town
Place, Terlingua Ghost Town
14 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Living room
1 Double Futon
Main bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Villa Rica: Adobe 3 Bed, 2 Bath Family Home, Spectacular View, Pets, Secure Yard
Join us for a relaxed stay in a comfortable private adobe home, with a secure enclosed yard. It is situated on Comanche Mesa near Lajitas, and has expansive views of the Sierra Rica mountains in Mexico, Mesa de Anguila in the National Park just to the south, and Lajitas Mesa to the north.
The house is a locally-owned, fully-equipped family home. We have all homely amenities to make it a great base for enjoying a family vacation and for exploring the Big Bend area. We do not use a management company. Traditional, unpretentious and well-equipped, it has power and water, climate control, wifi, a fully equipped kitchen, gas barbecue, two outdoor porches, and an enclosed yard. We sleep up to 8 in 3 bedrooms with QUEEN beds, plus a double fold-out sofa bed in the living room, and there are two bathrooms. Ask about our discount if you only need 2 bedrooms, to sleep a max of 6 people. The third bedroom can be locked off from the rest of the house. This was my French mother-in-law’s much loved home, hence the mid century furniture, and you will notice some French decor, including her intriguing handmade tapestries.
We have stellar views in every direction, and the dark skies of the Big Bend allow spectacular nightly stargazing. The front and back verandahs invite you to hang out, and the enclosed yard means you can let your dog - or child - roam free. Dine inside or out, using our fully equipped homely kitchen and propane BBQ on back porch.
We are only a five minute drive to Lajitas Golf Resort on the banks of the Rio Grande, bring your clubs! There is also a convenient river access five minutes away (just west of Lajitas on Hwy 170) if you wish to take yourselves down to the river for a swim or a paddle. For other activities, based in and near Lajitas are two options of horse-riding stables.
There is easy access to hiking and biking in the Big Bend Ranch State Park with the BBRSP headquarters, the Barton Warnock Centre, just a quarter mile from the house. We are 15 minutes to the restaurants and sights of Terlingua, and only 30 minutes to the west entrance of the Big Bend National Park. Our 5 star reviews from happy guests include: “Perfect for our needs…”, “Everything we needed, very well-supplied…”, “Amazing host…”, “Super comfy and spotlessly clean…”, “Spectacular views…”, “Great location…”, “Utmost coziness…”, “Completely stocked, would give more than 5 stars….”, “Exceptional communication…”
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Dispose butts into carport trash cans, not inside.
Overstaying checkout without prior arrangement incurs a fee of $50 per hour. After 4 hours guest is liable for an additional night’s rental.
No discharge of firearms or fireworks, no open fires, no camping on property
Important information
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Property # 2556892
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
Note from host: No reunions, catering, gatherings, 8 people max.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Lajitas
Located in Terlingua, this vacation home is in a rural area. Terlingua Ghost Town is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Barton Warnock Visitor Center - 1 min drive - 1.2 km
Terlingua Ghost Town - 14 min drive - 24.0 km
Starlight Theatre - 14 min drive - 24.0 km
Many Stones - 27 min drive - 38.8 km
Restaurants
Candelilla - 3 min drive
Boardwalk Bakery And Pizzeria - 3 min drive
Thirsty Goat Saloon - 3 min drive
The High Sierra Bar and Grill at the El Dorado Hotel - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Villa Rica: Adobe 3 Bed, 2 Bath Family Home, Spectacular View, Pets, Secure Yard pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Villa Rica: Adobe 3 Bed, 2 Bath Family Home, Spectacular View, Pets, Secure Yard?
As of Jul 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Rica: Adobe 3 Bed, 2 Bath Family Home, Spectacular View, Pets, Secure Yard on Oct 28, 2026 start from $512, 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 Villa Rica: Adobe 3 Bed, 2 Bath Family Home, Spectacular View, Pets, Secure Yard?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Villa Rica: Adobe 3 Bed, 2 Bath Family Home, Spectacular View, Pets, Secure Yard?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Villa Rica: Adobe 3 Bed, 2 Bath Family Home, Spectacular View, Pets, Secure Yard located?
Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Big Bend Ranch State Park and Barton Warnock Visitor Center. Rio Grande is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.
Reviews
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We loved our stay here. It was perfect for our family of 5. Loved the incredible views and the location for our visit to Big Bend. The night skies and sunrises are spectacular. The communication from the owner was excellent. Everything was perfect.
We truly enjoyed our little visit! Perfectly pet friendly! Great privacy wall to secure our sweet pup, and to have privacy in our own backyard!The house was equipped with everything one could think of!Thank you Jayne!We will be backWendy and James KnudsenLiberty Hill Tx
Lovely home, beautiful scenery all around. Host has labeled everything which made it so easy to find things. Very well stocked and host very responsive and helpful. We would stay again.
Beautiful property that is secluded enough to feel private while still being close to a lot of things like the Lajitas General Store. Very nice place, we had a great stay.
We had such a wonderful stay at Villa Rica! Everything was top notch. The kitchen was extremely well stocked and we had no needs at all. Villa Rica is a phenomenal location with gorgeous views! Most importantly, Jane was awesome! She was easy to get ahold of, patient and extremely prompt with responses. Thank you for opening your home to us and letting us rest here in between our busy days! We would definitely stay here again in the future!Thanks again!Laura
We loved this place! Conveniently located to all to see in the area. Beautiful views of the mountains and stars! Home was very clean, nicely decorated and well stocked. Highly recommend staying if you’re in the Big Bend area! Photos are views from the property.
Absolutely incredible. Location was amazing, views stunning and just had an overall amazing time. Jane was a great host and helped us with everything we needed. We had our little boys at the house (3/2) and they were able to sleep comfortable in a pack and play and bed and still plenty of room for me and my wife as well as my parents.Cannot recommend this place enough.We will be back!
The home was a great starting point for exploring the Big Bend area. Plenty of space for everyone and so handy to have the resort close by for necessities and breakfast!
This was an amazing home. It was comfortable, clean, spacious, and completely equipped to make our stay enjoyable. The host was very responsive both during the booking process and while we were in town. I would absolutely stay here again.
The house was amazing. We went to witness our friends vow renewals. The place was conveniently located. The mornings on the patio were wonderful. Thank you for such a great place.
What a great spot out in the Lajitas-area. We absolutely loved our stay and using this house as our home base for a few days of West Texas adventures. Easy access to the State Park, the National Park, the amenities of Lajitas, and Terlingua ghost town.
Our entire trip to Big Bend was perfect, including this great rental. Located minutes from the Resort, everything was provided, clean and perfect size for our group. Highly recommend Lajitas Resort/Stables, Starlight Terrace Restaurant and Far Flung Jeep Tours. Request tour guide, Chris. Photos of Resort/Stables, house exterior, sunrise, and Far Flung.
The location is ideal for either the national or state park. We love Lajitas so it was convenient to the resort. The house is well maintained and supplied. Great sunsets!
This home was perfect for my group and we were so grateful for the dog friendly atmosphere too. Beautiful home and gorgeous view. Definitely recommend!
Jane does not boast enough about the 360 views at her Lajitas home. We got some lovely sunset family pics on our stay of the beautiful surroundings! Heard coyotes one morning and enjoyed the starry night skies. The house was very comfortable and had everything we needed and more, all the bedrooms are very large and spacious. Our dog loved running around the enclosed yard. Very close to the state park and I can’t recommend enough to take the drive down 170 and do the closed canyon hike. Short drive to restaurants and things to do in Terlingua/Study Butte and of course BBNP. Thanks Jane for sharing your home with us!
Erin H.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
About the host
Hosted by Jane
Although we have varied origins - my husband is of French descent and grew up in New York, and I hail from South Africa - we have called Terlingua home for more than twenty years. This house was my French mother-in-law’s home after she relocated from NY City, and we still have some French accents in the home, in an unusual juxtaposition with the otherwise local decor.
Why they chose this property
We are in a quiet yet easily accessible neighbourhood, close to the amenities of Lajitas, the outdoor hiking and biking trails, and golf resort. Full on -grid power and water.
What makes this property unique
A well-stocked, clean family home with great views and easy comforts.