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Luxury Adobe Home near Marfa and McDonald Observatory

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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a fireplace, a television, and a dining table with chairs.
A hallway with a patterned rug, a chair, and a painting on the wall.
A stack of white plates and bowls on a wooden table in a room with a window and a door in the background.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden shelves, and a dishwasher.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a dresser, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a large mirror.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Fort Davis, TX
  • Place, Overland Trail Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Davis Mountains State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, McDonald Observatory
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marfa, TX (MRF)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Main

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Luxury Adobe Home near Marfa and McDonald Observatory

Recently renovated 100 year old Adobe house with views of Sleeping Lion mountain. Located in the heart of historic Fort Davis on a quiet side street just three blocks from State Street, Agave House was recently renovated to a very high standard. The interior is contemporary with a Sante Fe influence, featuring vaulted beamed ceilings in the living room as well as a wood burning fireplace. Original art in the form of paintings and wall hangings is displayed throughout the house. The well-equipped kitchen is all new with dramatic concrete counter tops and stainless steel appliances. The main bedroom has a king bed, sitting area, walk in closet and a private porch. The en-suite bathroom has a luxurious shower and a claw foot tub for your enjoyment. The second bedroom has a queen bed and shares the main en-suite bath. Bedroom 3 has two twins and its own bath with shower. There are multiple outdoor seating areas with views of the surrounding mountains and historic neighborhood. The house also includes a car port. Marfa and the McDonald Observatory are both about a 20 minute drive from Agave House.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2528778vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Fort Davis

Located in Fort Davis, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Davis Mountains State Park and Casket Mountain reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Garden and McDonald Observatory. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails, mountain biking and ecotours nearby.
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Fort Davis, TX

What's nearby

  • Overland Trail Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fort Davis National Historic Site - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Davis Mountains State Park - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • McDonald Observatory - 24 min drive - 33.4 km
  • Balmorhea State Park - 36 min drive - 66.6 km

Getting around

  • Marfa, TX (MRF) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rendezvous - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Black Bear Lodge - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sky Island Taproom - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪RNR Smokehouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Bentley's - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Adobe Home near Marfa and McDonald Observatory pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Luxury Adobe Home near Marfa and McDonald Observatory?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Adobe Home near Marfa and McDonald Observatory?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Adobe Home near Marfa and McDonald Observatory?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Adobe Home near Marfa and McDonald Observatory located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Overland Trail Museum and within 3 miles (5 km) of Fort Davis National Historic Site and Davis Mountains State Park. Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Garden and Château Wright Winery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Made for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the character of the house and the area. Thanks !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 5th stay at the wonderful Agave House. David is a wonderful host and this is such a comfortable, well located, lovely property. We will be back again! Thanks David for a great week.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our third stay at this wonderful property. We love everything about it and cannot wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice stay

Nice stay in town
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

The house is roomy and comfy at the same time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Father and Sons Trip- Perfect Stay

After camping and hiking for a few days at Big Bend, this place was exactly what we needed to recoup and refresh before heading back home to Austin. Clean, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Fort Davis getaway

Beautiful home, immaculately clean, had everything we needed for a perfect weekend in the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home with every amenity you could wish and it’s in the heart of Fort Davis. Easily within walking distance of everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was perfect for our summer getaway to Fort Davis. We loved its proximity to everything, and the home itself was not only cute but had everything we needed. Everyone agreed we’d happily stay in the home again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Agave home

was just perfect for my family. Very nice, and convenient to the heart of Fort Davis. Will definitely stay here again when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful House

Beautiful property. Perfect for a family exploration headquarters.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May, 2022
Thanks Dwain! We hope you will visit again. David and Ana
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Fort Davis location

Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I rarely feel compelled to leave a review, but this home was truly wonderful. The house is very clean, well appointed, decor is tasteful, in a great location, and deserving of its high rating. We fell in love a little with this town, and a huge part of that was the comfort we had in our accommodations. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2025
Thanks so much! We hope you will come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just perfect!

House was amazing, warm and welcoming. Clean and well located. A very comfortable stay and we can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love the Agave house!

We had a great time staying at the agave house. Love the layout and the beds and couch was comfy! The house stays cool even though the temp outside was scorching. We definitely want to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

This house was pretty much perfect for the five of us. The location is walking distance to town center and only 10 minutes by vehicle to Davis Mountains State park. Everyone in our group liked the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family home base in Fort Davis

Easy, comfortable, well appointed home in a great location in Fort Davis. We could walk to everything in town and had gorgeous views of the cliffs. I’ll forever have memories hanging out in the front yard during sunset while my kids kicked a ball and ate popsicles. Just a great spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house that has everything you need

We really enjoyed the house, the fireplace, outdoor areas, and location. The house was clean. The host was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Carucci Clan

Our 2nd stay at David’s property in Ft Davis, Everything was excellent and in working order. Great accommodations for my siblings and I.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Real West Texas

Great old home remodeled nicely, in the middle of Downtown Fort Davis. The host was super, very responsive and gracious. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect size for our gathering.

Roomy, clean, updated, nice decor & fully stocked kitchen. Easy walk to downtown Ft Davis and beautiful views of mountains. Easy drive distance to McDonald Observatory. Host was very responsible & responsive. Will stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick get away

The house was just perfect. All the beds and linen's were A+. The kitchen was stocked very nice. Thank you for the coffee and the granola they were both great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation in West Texas

This is a very nicely remodeled home in Fort Davis Texas. The home has nice communal spaces and bedrooms. The kitchen is set up to minimally serve the number of people staying at the house, but most things are there if you decide to cook.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

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