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Big Bend StarGazer:Retro Airstream,Neolithic Views

Big Bend StarGazer:Retro Airstream,Neolithic Views

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Big Bend Star Gazer
View of Big Bend StarGazer Airstream, Deck, and Bathhouse
Two twin beds side by side overlooking Mesa de Anguila
View for the galley from the living room.
New comfortable leather couch.

Overview of Big Bend StarGazer:Retro Airstream,Neolithic Views

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Explore the area

Map
Terlingua, Texas
  • Popular LocationBarton Warnock Visitor Center10 min drive
  • Popular LocationMesa de Anguilla46 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanta Elena Canyon61 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Big Bend StarGazer:Retro Airstream,Neolithic Views

Summary:
Beautifully renovated, modern and comfortable 27’ 2001 Airstream on 40 private acres. Two air conditioners and heaters, full kitchen, and bathroom. Step outside barefoot onto a 900 square foot composite deck with incredible views of the National Park. Deck includes a large and stylish outdoor kitchen, couch for lounging, and a propane fire table for cool nights. Enjoy our brand new private modern detached bathhouse, with an indoor and outdoor shower. Occupancy limited to 2 adults. No pets.

The Space:
What you get:
• 27' Renovated 2001 Airstream Safari
• 40 private acres
• 1800 square feet of roof cover (including covered parking area)
• 1000 square feet of outdoor living space including kitchen, propane firetable, lounging couch and dining table
• 1/2 mile nature trail
• Custom designed and built bathhouse with indoor and outdoor showers that take full advantage of the views and natural light
• Large scenic overlook (Gazer Point) with excellent access, offering outstanding 360 degree views of the National Park, Mesa De Anguilla, the desert valley, Lajitas Mesa, and beyond.
• JuiceBox 40 EV Charger for recharging electric vehicles

The Airstream: The renovated Airstream is equipped with a kitchen (microwave, small oven, small cooktop and sink), two twinXL beds, a small dining table and a comfortable couch. A smart TV is provided to stream content using your own Netflix/Hulu account (but we recommend spending your time outdoors!). The Airstream has 2 air conditioners, 2 sources of heat, and offers Wifi (via DSL). Clean, modern and functional, this is the perfect place to lay your head after a day in the park, or riding the nearby bike trails.

The Deck: Over 1,000 square feet (GIANT) of covered and decked (composite decking) outdoor living space all to yourself. If you’re looking to relax in style, you’re at the right place. Big Bend StarGazer deck offers a large and stylish outdoor kitchen (cooktop/sink/propane grill/dining table/refrigerator) to enjoy meals at home, a couch for lounging, and a propane firetable for those cool nights.

Lighting: Dark sky friendly lights in the outdoor kitchen and living areas, red string lights for stargazing, and a BBQ light for grilling after the sun goes down. Our deck railing has very dim LED's mounted underneath to gently illuminate your surroundings.

The Bathhouse: Custom designed and built by the owners, this bathhouse is spacious and modern with hot indoor and hot outdoor showers. The vibrant blue tile vanity wall is reminiscent of the sea that this once was. The interior is full of light and offers carefully placed windows to enjoy the surrounding views. The outdoor shower is large, private, and frames the surrounding mountains for viewing while showering. Hot water, private entry through the bath house, and incredible views make this an experience you won't forget.

Note: While we are on septic, both of our showers are graywater that is used to feed trees and sometimes the birds will drink this water. For that reason we ask that you please use the bath products that we supply, so we keep the birds and trees happy and well!

Gazer Point: Enjoy your own jaw dropping private scenic overlook with spectacular 360 views of Big Bend National Park and beyond. Outstanding stargazing opportunities from this overlook; one of the best views in the area - all to yourself! You can hike or drive to the turnaround spot. The overlook is leveled and has large boulders placed for seating; or bring your own chair and experience the view from anywhere.

Gazer Trail: Lovely 1/2 mile meandering trail around the property; great for searching for flora and fauna. Fun morning coffee walk, evening margarita walk or just a ‘stretch out your legs’ walk. Gorgeous views and interesting terrain. Please stick to the trail as much as possible and only take pictures.

Location: Excellent location and easy access; driveway is located off of paved scenic road FM170, located close to the hustle and bustle but quiet and private.
• 2 minutes from the Lajitas Airport mountain bike trails
• 6 minutes to BBRSP mountain bike trail head
• 12 minutes to the Big Bend National Park entrance.
• 11 minutes to Study Butte gas station
• 3 minutes to Long Draw pizza
• 8 minutes to Lajitas General Store
• 5 minutes to Terlingua Ghosttown/Starlight Theatre

Special request of our guests: Please visit and enjoy/relax while leaving no trace. Please be conscientious while visiting the fragile desert ecosystem - stay on the trail and limit your water consumption in the shower and at the sink. StarGazers water supply is rainwater collection and water is very sparse in the desert. We request keeping showers to 3 minutes. Please do not remove fossils or rocks from the property - instead take a picture and leave it for the next person to discover. Thank you for respecting Big Bend and the surrounding desert, treading lightly, and practicing sustainable living during your visit.

Occupancy limited to 2 adults. No pets.

The Neighborhood:
Location: Excellent location and easy access; driveway is located off of paved scenic road FM170, located close to the hustle and bustle but quiet and private.
• 2 minutes from the Lajitas Airport mountain bike trails
• 6 minutes to BBRSP mountain bike trail head
• 12 minutes to the Big Bend National Park entrance.
• 11 minutes to Study Butte gas station
• 3 minutes to Long Draw pizza
• 8 minutes to Lajitas General Store
• 5 minutes to Terlingua Ghosttown/Starlight Theatre

Interaction with Guests:
We manage several properties and live a few miles away. We are available by phone, text, email, or message. We are typically only on site for cleaning or maintenance issues.

Property manager

Janet Eby
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
This property uses a grey water recycling system
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

About the area

Terlingua

Located in Terlingua, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Mesa de Anguilla and West Contrabando Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Big Bend National Park and Barton Warnock Visitor Center.
Map
Terlingua, Texas

What's nearby

  • Barton Warnock Visitor Center - 10 min drive
  • Many Stones - 17 min drive
  • Big Bend Ranch State Park - 21 min drive
  • Mesa de Anguilla - 46 min drive
  • Santa Elena Canyon - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • High Sierra Bar Grill - 8 min drive
  • Terlingua ghost town Starlight theater - 9 min drive
  • Boathouse Restaurant & Bar - 8 min drive
  • Long Draw Pizza - 5 min drive
  • Taqueria El Milagro - 8 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Book Star Gazer now - You will be so happy you did!
We visited in April of 2023 and loved every minute of our stay. We were very fortunate to be able to add a night at the end of our trip so we could stay for one more night! This is an amazing property to enjoy quiet solitude, the peace of nature all around you and at the same time be just a short drive from Lajitas and Terlingua and a 30-40 minute drive to the entrance of Big Bend National Park. It is super easy to access, right off the highway but road noise is not a problem at all. The property is beautifully designed and very clean! While there are only two single beds in the Air Stream, they are very comfortable and we slept great. The bathhouse is roomy with an indoor and outdoor shower, such a treat after returning from hiking in the park. We spent the majority of the time in the outdoor space; relaxing, grilling, bird watching, enjoying sunrises and sunsets, and the stars are absolutely brilliant! Even in the heat of the afternoon there always seemed to be a breeze to keep us cool while relaxing. Lots of people ride motorcycles in the area so for those of you thinking about riding I will add this: we trailered ours and there was plenty of room to load/unload the bikes and leave the trailer in front. We were able to park both bikes and our trunk in the shade of the cover next the airstream. We would absolutely book this property again in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bettina S., Dallas, Tx

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stellar!!
We stayed for a week and absolutely loved it! It has easy access to both Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. It is also close enough to Terlingua to be convenient, but far enough away to feel like you are in the middle of nowhere. The Airstream is well equipped and the outdoor space, where we spent most of our time, is spectacular. We did the majority of our cooking there. The view over BBNP is breathtaking, especially at sunrise and sunset. And the bath house....wow! I highly recommend using the outdoor shower, and you will never have a better view from the toilet anywhere else. The stargazing area is great and has a small charcoal grill and a nice picnic table. There are also several little trails throughout the property to wander around on. I truly can't recommend Stargazer enough. Add an extra day or two to what you think you need because I guarantee you will want some extra time there just to hang out and enjoy the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dena T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous views
This is our first time to Big Bend and we were amazed by the beauty of the area. We were equally amazed at the beauty of the Big Bend Stargazer property. The airstream is well equipped and the beds were quite comfy. We absolutely loved the outside deck, bath house and kitchen and spent most of our time on the deck taking in the views and stargazing. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful property.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big Bend Experience!!
Extremely well done for an RV camp!! Oh that star lit night sky was breath taking!! My daughter & I could have stayed there a week. She only had a 4 day weekend that had to be cut short due to the weather. If the opportunity ever comes around for another excursion to Big Bend we’ll check to see if the Star Gazer is available. Awesome place!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, unobstructed views
This property is in an amazing location with clear, unobstructed views. No telephone lines or buildings in the way! There are multiple areas to hang out and stargaze or take in the sunset. The property has a really nice toilet/shower setup and all kitchen supplies we needed. The deck is a really nice add-on! In a harsh desert environment, some maintenance issues can be expected. Nonetheless, the property managers were quick to respond and resolve. They took our concerns seriously and worked quickly to find a resolution. We really appreciated their willingness to work with us so that we could continue to enjoy our vacation. The property was amazing and we would love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

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