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Historic Watermelon Adobe, King Bed, Walkable
Holiday home in Marfa with kitchen and fireplace
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 21600 sq ft
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Explore the area
Marfa, TX
- Place, Presidio County Courthouse5 min walk
- Place, Ballroom Marfa7 min walk
- Place, Marfa and Presidio County Museum9 min walk
- Airport, Marfa, TX (MRF)4 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Historic Watermelon Adobe, King Bed, Walkable
Lovingly-restored adobe in the heart of Marfa! Built from the clay-rich soil of the Chihuahuan Desert, this home features 10-ft ceilings, a minimalist design, and a large private yard. Steps from Marfa’s best coffee, galleries, and restaurants, the space includes an organic mattress and bedding, Spanish tile floors, a home water-filtration system, potbelly stove, and screened-in porch for desert breezes.
Curated, serene, and filled with Marfa magic. If you stay here, you’ll want to move here.
Curated, serene, and filled with Marfa magic. If you stay here, you’ll want to move here.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Marfa
Marfa is home to this holiday home. Ballroom Marfa and Marfa and Presidio County Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wassermann Wranch and Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Garden.
Marfa, TX
What's nearby
- Presidio County Courthouse - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Ballroom Marfa - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Marfa and Presidio County Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Fort D. A. Russell - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
- Chinati Foundation Museum - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Angel’s Restaurant - 8 min walk
- Bordo - 3 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 17 min walk
- The Water Stop - 3 min drive
- The Sentinel Marfa - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Jesse Bernstein
Hi, we’re Jesse and Mary Rose — we got married in Marfa, had our rehearsal dinner at the adobe and fell in love with the desert, the people, and the creative spirit that fills the town. Restoring our historic adobe has been a dream come true, and we’re thrilled to share it with guests who appreciate beauty, history, and the slower pace of desert life.
Why they chose this property
Blending the best of Marfa’s landscape with the ease of its walkable in-town charm. This restored 1890s adobe stays naturally cool, warm, and quiet, with polished concrete floors perfect for barefoot mornings. Earthen walls and modern desert design, creates a sense of space and calm. Large windows draw the soft morning light, dramatic sunsets, and star-filled nights.
What makes this property unique
Designed with relaxation in mind, the space features Heirloom rugs, handcrafted furniture, and an 8-foot dining table made from Texas knotty pine-a welcoming spot for eating, reading, daydreaming or Zoom meetings. High speed WiFi keeps you connected when you need it.
A sliding barn door made from repurposed wood leads to the bathroom, which features an LED medicine cabinet, hand-painted tile, ceramic sconces, mood lighting, and a cast-iron tub/shower combo.
The natural shifting of the Watermelon Adobe over time, tells a story chronicling its past. Inspired by the Japanese art of Kintsugi, where cracks in pottery are filled with gold to accentuate imperfection, ceramicist Mary Rose has subtley placed veins of gold leaf throughout the interior walls, embracing it’s character, resilience, and history.
Step into the screened-in porch, where a cozy potbelly stove, plenty of firewood, comfortable seating, and backyard views set the tone for true relaxation. It’s the perfect spot to stargaze, sip matcha at sunrise, or sotol at sunset. There’s no television—by design—but a Sonos music system lets you fill the space with your favorite tunes. The utility room includes a full-size washer and dryer that guests are welcome to use.
Simple, soulful, and built for downtime, the Watermelon Adobe has seen some beautiful things over the years and we kindly ask that you show it the sweetness, love and respect it deserves.
Please be mindful of goat heads (tiny desert thorns) that like to hitch a ride on the bottoms of shoes. They can be painful if carried inside and stepped on barefoot in the middle of the night.
Floor mats are provided at the front door and at the entrance to the screened-in porch—a quick wipe of your feet helps keep the adobe comfortable for everyone. Also, to keep the space breezy and bug-free, please pull the screen doors shut behind you to help keep mosquitoes and flies out.
A sliding barn door made from repurposed wood leads to the bathroom, which features an LED medicine cabinet, hand-painted tile, ceramic sconces, mood lighting, and a cast-iron tub/shower combo.
The natural shifting of the Watermelon Adobe over time, tells a story chronicling its past. Inspired by the Japanese art of Kintsugi, where cracks in pottery are filled with gold to accentuate imperfection, ceramicist Mary Rose has subtley placed veins of gold leaf throughout the interior walls, embracing it’s character, resilience, and history.
Step into the screened-in porch, where a cozy potbelly stove, plenty of firewood, comfortable seating, and backyard views set the tone for true relaxation. It’s the perfect spot to stargaze, sip matcha at sunrise, or sotol at sunset. There’s no television—by design—but a Sonos music system lets you fill the space with your favorite tunes. The utility room includes a full-size washer and dryer that guests are welcome to use.
Simple, soulful, and built for downtime, the Watermelon Adobe has seen some beautiful things over the years and we kindly ask that you show it the sweetness, love and respect it deserves.
Please be mindful of goat heads (tiny desert thorns) that like to hitch a ride on the bottoms of shoes. They can be painful if carried inside and stepped on barefoot in the middle of the night.
Floor mats are provided at the front door and at the entrance to the screened-in porch—a quick wipe of your feet helps keep the adobe comfortable for everyone. Also, to keep the space breezy and bug-free, please pull the screen doors shut behind you to help keep mosquitoes and flies out.
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