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La Cabaña Escondida...the Perfect, Private Getaway

Cabin in Fort Davis with kitchen and patio

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La Cabana Escondida
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Living area with full size sleeper sofa
Front porch with beautiful views
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Fort Davis, TX
  • Place, Fort Davis National Historic Site
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Overland Trail Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, McDonald Observatory
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marfa, TX (MRF)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

La Cabaña Escondida...the Perfect, Private Getaway

Our beautiful Davis Mountains surround this cozy cabin, nestled in Limpia Canyon, just minutes from downtown Fort Davis and located on part of the historic Sproul Ranch! The cabin sleeps four in a one king bed/one bath, including full-size sleeper sofa in living area. The eat-in kitchen is fully equipped for all your cooking needs. Two covered porches (back porch screened) provide the perfect spot for entertaining, bird watching, star gazing, reading and relaxing. Come sit back, relax, enjoy the views, and take a hike!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Fort Davis

Located in Fort Davis, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Garden and McDonald Observatory are local attractions and Château Wright Winery is worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fort Davis, TX

What's nearby

  • Fort Davis National Historic Site - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Overland Trail Museum - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Davis Mountains State Park - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • McDonald Observatory - 21 min drive - 28.1 km
  • Balmorhea State Park - 34 min drive - 64.3 km

Getting around

  • Marfa, TX (MRF) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buffalo Bentley's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blue Mountain Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fort Davis Drug Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sky Island Taproom - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blue Mountain Bar And Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is La Cabaña Escondida...the Perfect, Private Getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at La Cabaña Escondida...the Perfect, Private Getaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at La Cabaña Escondida...the Perfect, Private Getaway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Cabaña Escondida...the Perfect, Private Getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is La Cabaña Escondida...the Perfect, Private Getaway located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Fort Davis National Historic Site, Overland Trail Museum 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. 156 out of 161 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 161 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 161 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 161 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ron A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful cabin, the quiet, solitude and views were priceless.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an incredible cabin! The location is perfect, close to everything, but very secluded. Beautiful property and fun vibe. I wasn't able to make the McDonald nighttime tour, but was rewarded with my own Dark Skies experience at the cabin including a shower of shooting stars. The owners were great to deal with and had thought of everything for the place. Highly recommend this spot if you are in the Fort Davis area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOVE this place. Can't wait to go back! This was our 2nd time staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was so peaceful and beautiful. I definitely want to go back and spend more time in the cabin and on the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

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

Best property ever

This was a favorite stay for every family member. Total privacy yet close to town and other area attractions, endless opportunities for exploring and hiking, and amazing wildlife. We will absolutely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

j Brad f.

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

Back in a lovely canyon

You are really by yourself in a lovely cottage in a canyon, you can hear the highway about 1/2 mile in front of the cabin, but you really don't see it, you feel like you are out there by yourself, very nice, nice hiking trail up the hills behind you. Nice front porch and screened in back porch. It rained a lot while we were there, and the rain sounded great on the front porch roof.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

Great stay

As always we had a great time in the Fort Davis area, and again enjoyed staying in this cabin. We will rent it again when we again come to Fort Davis.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy R.

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

Gorgeous remote location

Cabin was just as pictured, a/c units worked very well to keep cabin cool. Porches were perfect for listening to birds, especially early morning & late afternoon. We hiked the hills behind the cabin (steep & rocky) for gorgeous views! Highly recommend RNR Smokehouse in Ft. Davis for lunch - they close around 3.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

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

Perfect

Views from every window are magnificent. Wonderful, peaceful stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

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

My Dream Cabin!

We loved the cabin and the secluded location. Porches on each side gave us a beautiful view on each side. The decorating was gorgeous and cabin had everything we could have ever needed. Enjoyed watching the wildlife around the cabin. Would love to go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Privacy

Private and sceinic.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel B.

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

Excellent country cabin

Great place to stay while visiting Ft Davis. Wonderful to sit on the porch and enjoy the scenery. Place was clean and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andres L.

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

Great Stay

We were so very happy with the house- very comfortable for our family of 3, clean, lots of porches and shady places to lounge, amazing views, secluded, wildlife all around, and so much space to hike and explore. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris V.

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

Relaxing Stay, Great Location

The cabin offers seclusion, wildlife, and all the amenities one needs to have a relaxing stay while only a 5 minute drive to Fort Davis. The lack of light in the area makes for great star gazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sugar Hill A.

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

Great location

Perfect getaway for the fam
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

Great Stay

This is the fourth or fifth time we have stayed there, and as always everything was great.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

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

This location was the perfect getaway for our vacation

This property was great and owner was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

November stay

The cabin is wonderful and such a great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shawna T.

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

We’ll be back……

Excellent property and host!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

C N.

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

Lovely stay

We spent the week here for our honeymoon, it was wonderful. We had plenty of amenities, everything we needed to cook meals with, and enjoyed the solace together in nature. We will be back in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

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

Great location

Great location if you are going to see the McDonald Observatory or take the scenic loop around the Davis Mountains. Only a 30 minute or so drive to Marfa or Alpine. About an hour and a half to Terlingua. Really cute cabin with great views on front and rear porches. Comfortable bed, all you need in the kitchen. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce O.

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

Quiet, nice to get out of the heat in San Antonio. Enjoyed a short vacation with everything we neede

Easy to book and to get in touch with the owner when needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

Cozy hide a way!

We loved this place! Its so clean and so isolated, private, but not far from main road. Perfect setting for a couple.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M.

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

Great as Always

It’s just such a great spot and grateful that this place is available to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Really enjoyed my stay. Everything was as stated and convenient from Ft Davis and the state park.

Property was clean and organized. Secluded but close to Ft Davis if you forgot something.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Sproul Whitesell

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Welcome to the Sproul Family Ranch, located in the heart of the beautiful Davis Mountains! The original Sproul Ranch was founded in 1886 by Robert Stuart Sproul. Over 130 years later, the ranch is still a working cattle ranch, owned and operated by the fourth, fifth and sixth generations of Sproul descendants.

Why they chose this property

We love Limpia Canyon and want to share a piece of our paradise with you! We built the cabin in 1998 so that people could come experience the serenity and majesty of the Davis Mountains.

What makes this property unique

The quiet, peaceful solitude of La Cabaña Escondida will make you love this place as much as we do!

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