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Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #12 (Blacksmith)

Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #12 (Blacksmith)

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Overview of Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #12 (Blacksmith)

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 235 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Terlingua, TX
  • Popular LocationMany Stones19 min drive
  • Popular LocationBig Bend National Park28 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanta Elena Canyon71 min drive
  • AirportAlpine, TX (ALE-Casparis Municipal)96 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #12 (Blacksmith)

Big Bend National Park and Big Bend State Park area lodging with a unique West Texas old town experience.
Ten Bits Ranch has some of the most beautiful views in the Big Bend region of Texas.
The rugged off grid Ten Bits Ranch site was chosen for its breathtaking views of the dark sky stars, red craggy rocks and the beautiful sunrise and sunset over the surrounding mountains.
Guests of Ten Bits Ranch may hike and explore over 550 private acres of Ten Bits Ranch land at their leisure. Ten Bits Ranch is your own personal National Park without all the rules and restrictions of hiking the public land.
Guests may have a complimentary self-serve continental breakfast or prepare your own meal 24/7 in the full guest kitchen and dining area in the shared Cantina space.
Ten Bits Ranch is just (20) minutes from the Big Bend National Park entrance and (20) minutes from the historic Terlingua Ghost Town. Ten Bits Ranch is (20) minutes from local activities like the Big Bend rafting companies, Big Bend Stables horseback riding and the local bars & restaurants like famous La Kiva Restaurant & Bar, Longdraw Pizza, Starlight, DB’s Rustic Iron BBQ, Chili Pepper Cafe and the High Sierra Bar & Grill.
Ten Bits Ranch is (35) minutes from the amazing Big Bend Ranch State Park and the beautiful Lajitas Golf Resort.
Ten Bits Ranch has everything that you need to be comfortable (WiFi, AC, gas & electric heat, satellite television). The entire property is off grid and powered by the one of the largest (57.6 kW) privately owned solar power systems in Texas.
Experience REAL West Texas off grid living in the Big Bend region with your own off grid oasis and 550-acre private park.
Hike and explore right outside your room without the rules and limitations of the public parks. Hike with your pet, bring your ATV or motorcycle, build a fire, visit our shooting range, hike to the Apache Indian Cave or just have a drink, smoke a cigar or read a book on the porch or by the firepit and look at the beautiful mountains on the hotel property. Let the hundreds of acres and nearly complete freedom create a unique Big Bend experience.
Ten Bits Ranch has some of the best views of the famous Big Bend stars. Since Ten Bits Ranch is completely off grid and located on 550 private acres, there are no neighbors and no ground lights to obscure the perfectly dark night sky.
The amazing solitude is extremely quiet and peaceful day or night. If you come to Ten Bits Ranch when the moon cycle is dark, after 20 minutes (for your eyes to adjust), the stars will appear to surround you like a blanket. Be sure to watch for shooting stars. There is a shooting star in view at Ten Bits Ranch almost every week. Ten Bits Ranch offers a truly private, unique, off grid, dark sky star gazing experience that few people have the opportunity to see in person. The craggy Chimney Rock Mountain blocks out a beautiful black jagged silhouette in the blanket of stars.
Well-behaved pets are welcome at Ten Bits Ranch. Hike and explore at your leisure with both your 2 and 4 legged friends.
Thank you for considering Ten Bits Ranch for your Big Bend Adventure. Wherever you choose to stay, the Big Bend area is a wild, unique and a truly beautiful place that is well worth the trip.
Don’t just take our word for it, see what previous guests are saying in our reviews.
The Blacksmith (Room #12) is a private hotel room with 1 king bed, air conditioning, gas log fireplace, WIFI, satellite television, mini refrigerator, microwave, Keurig and a private bath, all in an old Western town setting.
The Ten Bits Ranch Blacksmith (Room #12) is part of an old West town themed setting. There is a Bank, Schoolhouse, Gun Shop, General Store, Steakhouse, Hattery, Gazette, Courthouse, Saloon, Hotel, Barber Shop, Mercantile, Harness Shop, Blacksmith and Jail.
There are several shared fire pits on Ten Bits Ranch, including your own private fire pit outside the Blacksmith (Room #12). There is a guest shared Cantina dining area with a full kitchen for your use. You may save a significant amount of time and money while in Big Bend by preparing your own meals in the shared Cantina kitchen.
Enjoy some of the best star and mountain views in Big Bend all while staying in a real West Texas off grid setting.

Property manager

Sis
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Terlingua

Located in Terlingua, this vacation home is in the mountains. Many Stones is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Terlingua, TX

What's nearby

  • Many Stones - 19 min drive
  • Big Bend National Park - 28 min drive
  • Big Bend Ranch State Park - 54 min drive
  • Santa Elena Canyon - 71 min drive
  • Chisos Basin Visitor Center - 72 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This unique property is amazing! I would highly recommend it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent S., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stellar - absolutely a must-do for a Texas experience
I'm from Texas. Been going to Big Bend for 40+ years. Long story short: this is an INCREDIBLE property and is an amazing little slice of Texas. The location is excellent. Just an hour outside of Alpine, and just over 20 minutes to stores / restaurants / and the Big Bend entry point, it could not be better. Yes, there is a dirt road you drive down for about two miles to get there. Any passenger car will be fine, just take your time. Yes, your car will get dusty. Yes, that is part of a real Big Bend experience. The setting is right out of a Western. There are NO visible structures or lights anywhere in any direction. You feel like you could have gone back 150 years. The rock formations are incredible and like some of the best beautiful areas in the national park. But it is YOUR park while you are staying there. The star gazing is a 10 out of 10. I have been all over the world, and I have never seen better. The first night we arrived, I could hardly believe the display of stars. Felt like I was floating in space (which we are, but it is rare to feel like you are truly IN space). The facilities are top notch. We stayed in the Blacksmith cabin, and it was super clean (zero bugs by the way). King bed is comfortable. TV has all the cable channels you need. Wifi and cell service was surprisingly good and solid. The fridge and microwave are convenient, and they supply all of the water you need. I am out of characters, but in summary: 10 out of 10 in all ways.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very accommodating
Sis was responded quickly and was very kind and helpful to extra accommodations that we asked for. She went above and beyond! This place is super cool! We have already recommended it to a lot of our friends. Thanks Sis!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and perfect
This was the perfect peaceful getaway for my love and I. Little did I know it would be the place he would propose. I couldn’t think of a better spot by the fire, under the stars with the extraordinary backdrop. This place is a gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Loved the cabin and entire ranch. Such a fun idea and the location is beautiful and peaceful. The cabin was well-stocked and prepared for an easy stay. Many thanks for being dog-friendly and so welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sis

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Fell in love with the freedom, open spaces and beautiful views on a visit to Big Bend...never left. The Blacksmith Room #12 was built in 2023 as a new addition to Ten Bits Ranch.

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location...perfect night sky viewing, craggy red rocks and mountains surround the guest rooms.

What makes this property unique

550 private acres to hike & explore. Completely off grid property (100% solar powered) with almost no ground lights and some of the darkest night skies in the Big Bend Region. On low moon (dark sky) nights, the stars will surround you like a blanket.

Languages:

English

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