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Big Bend Adobe Paradise - La Centinela
Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 6 2000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Chinati Mountains State Natural Area
- Place, Fort Leaton State Historic Site
- Place, Big Bend Ranch State Park
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Big Bend Adobe Paradise - La Centinela
Newlywed, Retired, Family, Friends....You know who you are! Imagine sipping your favorite beverage as you gaze through an open arch of the 1,000 sq. ft. porch of your vacation home, La Centinela, to see a spectacular rainbow sunset reflecting on the Rio Grande River. Located on a private ranch along FM 170/The River Road just 7 miles SE of Presidio, Texas and a few miles more to the entrance of Big Bend Ranch State Park, this custom adobe exudes Big Bend Luxury: a well-equipped kitchen, pillowtop king mattresses, organic linens, spa products & yes, A/C! This clean and custom house goes beyond glamping and still comes in under budget for the value.
Thoughtful touches abound at La Centinela, right down to the name of the home. La Centinela is named after the Mexican Mountain just opposite of Rio Bravo Ranch. The architecturally-designed adobe is perched high above FM 170 (widely considered the most scenic road in the Lone Star State). Panoramic views only available to our guests include views of the Alamito Creek / Rio Grande Confluence, as well as Sierra Rica, one of the tallest mountains in the region, the Cerros Las Cuchillas Mountains on the Mexican side of the Rio Grande and the rocky flank of the La Centinela Mountain (and namesake). Earth Space of Santa Fe, New Mexico, custom-built the adobe and used authentic adobe brick construction for the 2-bedroom 2-bathroom masterpiece, including 2 kiva fireplaces and a 1,000+ sq. ft. back porch complete with 6 giant open arches. Guests gravitate to the porch morning, noon and night for coffee sipping, sight seeing, photography, star gazing and the like. Curl up with a good book or a loved one to reconnect with your thoughts, your friends and with nature. Every window at La Centinela boasts a view, and the porch arches are no exception! The windows aren't the only features that are intentional. The entire space has been carefully thought out for your stay, whether it's the open-concept furniture arrangement in the living room, carefully curated mirrors and art, certain style and comfort elements or even hand-chosen books and keepsakes that tell the story of the land and house you have chosen to visit.
Thoughtful touches abound at La Centinela, right down to the name of the home. La Centinela is named after the Mexican Mountain just opposite of Rio Bravo Ranch. The architecturally-designed adobe is perched high above FM 170 (widely considered the most scenic road in the Lone Star State). Panoramic views only available to our guests include views of the Alamito Creek / Rio Grande Confluence, as well as Sierra Rica, one of the tallest mountains in the region, the Cerros Las Cuchillas Mountains on the Mexican side of the Rio Grande and the rocky flank of the La Centinela Mountain (and namesake). Earth Space of Santa Fe, New Mexico, custom-built the adobe and used authentic adobe brick construction for the 2-bedroom 2-bathroom masterpiece, including 2 kiva fireplaces and a 1,000+ sq. ft. back porch complete with 6 giant open arches. Guests gravitate to the porch morning, noon and night for coffee sipping, sight seeing, photography, star gazing and the like. Curl up with a good book or a loved one to reconnect with your thoughts, your friends and with nature. Every window at La Centinela boasts a view, and the porch arches are no exception! The windows aren't the only features that are intentional. The entire space has been carefully thought out for your stay, whether it's the open-concept furniture arrangement in the living room, carefully curated mirrors and art, certain style and comfort elements or even hand-chosen books and keepsakes that tell the story of the land and house you have chosen to visit.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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
Steep cliffs are around La Centinela.
Events
Events allowed
Weddings up to 100 people & Events!
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: Weddings up to 100 people & Events!
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Presidio
Located in Presidio, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Fort Leaton State Historic Site is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Big Bend Ranch State Park and Rio Grande. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Presidio, TX
What's nearby
- Fort Leaton State Historic Site - 4 min drive - 5.7 km
- Big Bend Ranch State Park - 13 min drive - 5.4 km
Restaurants
- El Patio - 10 min drive
- Oasis Restaurant - 11 min drive
- Presidio Trading Post & Cantina - 5 min drive
- Subway - 10 min drive
- Chinese restaurant - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Lauren Cecil

The name of the game is HOSPITALITY here in Big Bend, and I aim to provide it in a 5-Star Fashion.............EVERY. TIME. I love providing guests with as little or as much travel information as possible, before, during and after their stay at La Centinela or at Rio Bravo Ranch Campground or while renting Big Bend Jeep.
Why they chose this property
Big Bend is my favorite. My family is connected to the land here and we pride ourselves on delivering the best quality stays for guests while visiting this special place we are thankful to call home.
What makes this property unique
La Centinela overlooks the iconic Rio Grande and provides 360 views into Mexico, Big Bend Ranch State Park and one of the most unique riparian areas in the desert. It's driveway is a Top 10 Road in America per Conde Nast Traveller and National Geographic..... the River Road FM 170. You get to gaze at the Milky Way, all while only less than 10 miles from creature comforts of town.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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