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Casa de Luna - Desert Sanctuary

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Exterior
Dining
Private kitchen
Living area
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch or lanai

Explore the area

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Alpine, TX
  • Place, Sul Ross State University
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of the Big Bend
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Shipman Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marfa, TX (MRF)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Casa de Luna - Desert Sanctuary

Escape to a calm sanctuary under the desert moon and a sky full of stars. Enjoy the sunset and picturesque views from every room of this classy, comfortable home. Watch deer and other wildlife graze just steps away while drinking your morning coffee or evening cocktails from the detached lanai. Your troubles will melt away in the magnificent landscape and pure air. If you wish to explore, Casa de Luna is ideally located for day-trips to Alpine, Marfa, McDonald Observatory, and the Chisos Mtns.

Casa de Luna is a custom built adobe home featuring beautiful tile with sophisticated but rustic decor. The outdoor areas are just as beautiful as the indoor spaces.

Gravel parking area. Guests are also allowed to use the dettached garage for parking.

There is little to no cell coverage at the property. There is wifi and you can use wifi to call in or out while at the home.
Also, there is no television. You may use the wifi to stream from your personal devices.
Please not pets, no smoking and no parties.

Also beware that we have the property regularly treated for pests. However, if you leave food or crumbs out it is very likely to attract ants into the property.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please not pets, no smoking and no parties. Also beware that we have the property regularly treated for pests.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2766242vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that 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 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

Alpine

Alpine is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kokernot Municipal Park and Shipman Park, while Kiowa Gallery and Museum of the Big Bend are cultural highlights.
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Alpine, TX

What's nearby

  • Sul Ross State University - 22 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Kiowa Gallery - 23 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Museum of the Big Bend - 24 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Shipman Park - 26 min drive - 28.1 km
  • Marfa Lights Viewing Center - 46 min drive - 59.1 km

Getting around

  • Alpine Station - 23 min drive
  • Marfa, TX (MRF) - 65 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa de Luna - Desert Sanctuary pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Casa de Luna - Desert Sanctuary?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Casa de Luna - Desert Sanctuary?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa de Luna - Desert Sanctuary?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa de Luna - Desert Sanctuary located?

Situated in Alpine, this holiday home is within 16 miles (25 km) of Big Bend Regional Medical Center, Kiowa Gallery and Sul Ross State University. Museum of the Big Bend and Alpine Municipal Pool are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith G.

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

Beautiful home!

Wow! Such a nice place. Gorgeous setting. Good location for heading to Davis Mountains State Park, Big Bend, or hanging around Alpine. We loved it. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

This place was the best!

You will not be disappointed staying here. It is beautiful, private, clean and even better than the pictures. Easy check in too!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very Comfortable. Enjoyed the area and the night skies. Easy to get to the Big Bend Parks.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Great getaway in Alpine

Very nice property in the Big Bend area. Perfect place to stay that's secluded, yet not isolated. Will book again next time we're in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clete A.

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

Big Bend Trip

Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dannell D.

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

Alpine Retreat

We chose this beautiful home for it location and beauty of the home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri K.

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

Desert sanctuary

Beautiful desert location and wonderful accommodations! We enjoyed the view and the peace and quiet The fire pit and screened in room was fabulous!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita O.

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

May vacation

This property exceeded our expectations! The host was very easy to work with and the house is amazing. We will definitely return for another stay as Casa de Luna.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendall B.

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

Quiet Getaway

My husband and I stayed here over Thanksgiving and loved it. Exactly as described and it was so peaceful and quiet. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a quiet getaway! 10/10!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle O.

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

Wonderful location

The house was the perfect size for our family of four. We had plenty of space and seating for everyone. The view is amazing and we were far enough away from others to view the stars when it wasn't cloudy. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terrel G.

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

Dark Nights

Great remote location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabine S.

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

What an incredible place!

Booked this gem last minute and didn’t disappoint one bit! What an amazing place and even better view! Coffee in the rocking chair overlooking the mountains! Yes please! Can’t wait to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

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

Pictures don't do it justice

Casa de Luna is in a picture worthy location with a view of Cathedral Mountain. We enjoyed the outdoor seating areas, including a screened in deck that always had a breeze. The house is spacious and comfortable. We definitely recommend Casa de Luna.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kent L.

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

Big Bend trip

Property was as nice as described and probably better. We loved the solitude, view, and quiet. You are close enough to Alpine to have access to anything you might need, but away from the noise of town and traffic. The only thing lacking was a king size bed, but we knew this before we booked and that wouldn’t keep us from staying there again if we are ever back that way.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was so interesting…decorated with an eclectic flair. It was perfectly laid out for our needs - two senior couples. The owner was accessible when needed. Due to time restraints we didn’t get to use the fire pit or the screened in porch to drink coffee and watch the sunset. We’re already planning another road trip with a stop at this property in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM A.

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

The view!

This place was great! The view was better than expected.. The house was very accommodating and comfortable. Kitchen is fully furnished and useful. Road to the house is a gravel road and steep. It is still accessible with a two wheel drive. I can't say how much I loved the view especially before sunrise. Wake up early and enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ginger g.

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

Beautiful house

The house is exactly like it shows on internet. House was very clean & beautifully decorated. Kitchen was well equipped & beds were very comfortable. Great view. The only thing is if you plan to go to Big Bend - ranger stations are 100 miles away which is quite a long drive through windy roads & 45 Mph once you got into the park (70 miles to park entrance). Also gravel- dirt road to house is fairly steep. All in all it’s a great place to stay & I highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

A glimpse of God's Country

What a treat to stay at this property in the mountains near Alpine. The unique setting is fantastic! The first night we took in the gorgeous sunset - Double WOW! No TV was a plus, limited service a plus - time to unplug. The Wifi was superb...when needed. The only downside was some minor maintenance issues which the property manager was quick to offer a remedy and the main entrance rough was little rough, even for an SUV. Apart from those adjustments - a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay T.

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

Spring Break

The property was great. If you want to unwind and get away and off the grid, this is the place. I was worried about not having a tv, but it was not an issue. If the family wanted technology, they just used their devices. The beds were all very comfortable. A/C and heaters worked perfectly. Only complaint was we had the wrong WiFi password (which has been fixed) and could not communicate when trying to enter the property. We had difficulty using the code on the keypad and could not reach anyone until driving back down off the property to get a signal. It didn’t take long to fix though. Host was very responsive! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith F.

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

Great Mountain Stay

The night before arriving here we stayed in a Terlingua Bubble and got *miserable* sleep from a room with no ventilation. The temperature didn't change much from Terlingua to Alpine, but we were amazed that two wall unit ACs, and a good series of ceiling fans, cooled and ventilated this house as well as could be expected without central air. Having skepticism turned around within a few hours is a great way to begin a stay. Great amenities. Not just a hand-me-down Hall of Fame rental property, my biggest gripe with Vrbo properties. Tons of windows, which is great through the day, especially given the surrounding scenery. If I could improve this place I'd have light-canceling blinds for the windows in the bedrooms. The master bed is listed as a queen, but my wife and I guessed that it could be a full, sleeping was full of more kicks and elbows than we wanted. The room is big enough to fit a king (minus a bed stand). We have two teenage kids so two twin beds on the other side of the house made this ideal for our family. Love the OCD photos inside the cabinets to show how everything goes back in its proper place. Some of us can appreciate that. The next time an OCD urge strikes, I'd do a re-labeling of the switches for the lights and fans. Even till the last morning we were still flipping every switch we saw guessing at what it turned on or off. Great WiFi, great modern refrigerator and stove. Given the opportunity to come back to this area we'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Archna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I rented this property last moment for a weekend getaway motorcycle trip to Terlingua, Lajitas and Presidio and the Davis loop. It was a good location only about 15 miles south of the town of Alpine in the mountains. The property was very clean. It is rustic the beds were comfortable the sheets were clean. The bathroom was Clean. It had ample hot water and good shower pressure. Their was ample amount of clean towels. The kitchen was perfect and had all the utensils and glasses. There was a coffee maker although I didn’t use it. All we used were wine glasses. the refrigerator works well and it was clean. The lighting Inside was very good. There was a detached garage that we could use and did for our motorcycles. April was very accommodating. She let us check in earlier than normal. Her communication was excellent. The things I didn’t like were there was no soap or shampoo, so bring your own. Also the driveway to the house is very rocky and unpaved and narrow. There’s a lot of small pebble type of rocks in front of the garage. For motorcyclist it is not very conducive. we had a F250 and a trailer. We did manage to get it in however, to turn it around it was difficult. At night it is very dark and it would be very hard to find the property. All in all, we had a great weekend motorcycling. Thank you April!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Loved it! Would go back.

Great place. Very clean and loved the deck!!!! The view of stars are incredible!!! Would definitely stay again. Just bring your own shampoo and bath soap. There was non in the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Incredibly beautiful views and quiet, isolated.

We stayed at Casa Del Luna on our third night in the area and wish that we had stayed there the whole time. The view outside to the west is absolutely spectacular. It’s the quintessential Texas desert country and its most beautiful form. I would Recommend anyone stay here if the price range is good for you and you looking to get an overall idea of the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

matthieu d.

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

bonne adresse

tres belle propriete, ideale pour une famille avec enfants situee dans une region magnifique
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

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