You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cactus Cabin with skydeck
Cactus Cabin is a small unit at the edge of south Alpine. This Unit is Perfect for two but could comfortably accommodate three people. The park, baseball field, and basketball court are walking distance from the property. You can relax on the sky gazing deck and watch the wildlife, sunset and stars with a glass of wine or warm coffee.
Property amenities
Internet
WiFi available
Bedrooms
1 bedroom
Sofa bed
Bathrooms
1 bathroom
Shower
Toilet paper
Soap
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Outdoor furniture
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
Pet friendly
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Welcoming cats and dogs only
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Alpine, TX
What's nearby
Big Bend Regional Medical Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Sul Ross State University - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Museum of the Big Bend - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Kokernot Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Marfa Lights Viewing Center - 24 min drive - 27.9 km
Getting around
Alpine Station - 12 min walk
Marfa, TX (MRF) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 20 min walk
Alicia's Mexican Restaurant - 19 min walk
Dairy Queen - 4 min drive
Pizza Hut - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cactus Cabin with skydeck pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
What time is check-in at Cactus Cabin with skydeck?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cactus Cabin with skydeck?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cactus Cabin with skydeck located?
Situated in Alpine, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Big Bend Regional Medical Center and Kiowa Gallery. Museum of the Big Bend and Sul Ross State University are also within 2 mi (3 km). Alpine Station is 12 minutes by foot.
Cactus Cabin with skydeck Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
7.6/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
2.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
CJ J., San Antonio, TX
21 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Alpine
Small place with all the necessities. Close to everything, excellent for business travel.
CJ J.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alexine B.
18 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
very comfortable and clean
The house is small, but it was perfectly adequate for the two of us; just what we needed. It was clean; the kitchen was furnished with a good coffeemaker, microwave and refrigerator, as well as cutlery and dishes. Very comfortable; I slept better there than at home. communication was very good with the owner. It's a bit tricky to find so watch the house numbers. The night sky here was amazing. Would love to go back,,.
Someone had stayed and no one cleaned up afterwards. Tried to call the hostest and left several messages and they never returned my call. Had to get another hotel for the night. Tried to call Expedia and they have yet to call me back wothout putting me back on hold for over an hour. Had to hang up. Not happy!!!!!
Janny
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Joseph C.
2 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location to star gaze and communicate
Nothing negative to express. Even though the TV was out of order, didn't need it when you have good company and a view of the beautiful night sky. The wifi worked perfectly so we were able to listen to our music of choice. In final, we will be planning a future stay.
This tiny dwelling was exactly what we needed. Our children play football at the local university, and we drove into Alpine to watch the game and hang out. This small cabin was laid out well and quite comfortable. The bedding smelled freshly washed, and the furniture was inviting. We will definitely continue to book this cabin for future trips.
Jessica
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Juan M.
6 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Big Bend trip
The cabin is very nice and efficient specifically the sky deck.
Juan M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura P.
23 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute
Easy to locate and loved simple layout w/excellent shower.
Laura P.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
4/10 Poor
Dominique G.
27 May 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Convenient but bugs
Convenient location to McDonald Observatory (50 mins) but there were bugs under the pillows and around the unit. We didn't feel comfortable sleeping in the bed but we arrived too late in the day to drive around and find somewhere else to stay. Property is at the end of a dirt road but still felt secure. Easy keypad to access unit.
Dominique G.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
8/10 Good
Ruth C.
13 May 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location but needs a good cleaning
There were several good things about this place. The sky deck was very enjoyable. The little "cabin" is cute. The location is great for someone who needs to walk a dog. The owner made check in very easy. However, the bathroom floor and shower were not clean. (We wore our shoes) The microwave had to be moved and the top of it and the fridge were filthy. It was dirty behind the trash and in the corners of the room. The sheets and bedding didn't seem clean. We gave this place a 4 anyway because there were so many other good things. If this place had a good cleaning it would be fantastic. :)
Ruth C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Glenn B.
7 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Slumberland
It was so nice to sleep somewhere that we could actually sleep! Hotels are just so noisy thats why we wanted to try something different!
Glenn B.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Annette F.
14 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet gettaway
Everything we needed and in a great location to get to nearby sites. We really enjoyed it.
Annette F.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Elaine T.
13 April 2024
one night stand
The place is adequate. If you are not as agile anymore it is a tall step to get up to the door. There are a plethora of electric sockets but no lamps in living area. There is a big overhead light, however. We needed two beds and the pullout couch bed is not very comfortable. it is listed as having a futon as second bed. The bed area had up to date reading lights. There was mold around shower stall, but, the rest of the place was clean. The rental fee was okay, but, it is a really small place and they should not charge that much for cleaning such a small area.
Elaine T.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott S.
9 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
Great private place to Stay on our way to Big Bend. We’d definitely stay again!
Scott S.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bridget S.
22 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Alpine
Served our needs very well!
Bridget S.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Crystal S.
27 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Little Alpine Stay
House was nice for two nights, owner was responsive with questions and also had a nice little info book. Unfortunately it was super foggy when we went so cannot comment on the star gazing deck but would imagine that and the view from the bed are great when it's clear!
Crystal S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Deanna N.
22 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We stayed here for one night on our way to Big Bend. It was clean and comfortable. It is well taken care of and provided all the basics we needed.
Deanna N.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lesley M., Santa Anna USA
3 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and cute
This had a spectacular view. It was just as described. Quiet and comfortable bed.
Lesley M.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
2/10 Terrible
RANDY D., Leander TX
2 August 2023
Sadly ripped off
I have waited a couple weeks to put in this review hoping the owner would do right but sadly I guess that is not going to happen. We booked for a Thursday to Saturday stay, then we decided to come a day earlier so we added Wednesday. We stayed that Wednesday night.. you can see my previous review... We were out and about the next day and decided to come in for a siesta since it was 106! We got back to find the AC had quit. We called Chuck and he came from work to look at it. The unit would not stay on without the circuit breaker flipping. Chuck said he was going to try and find a new cord and would be right back. While he was gone I put in the door code and 2 more circuit breakers also went out with a loud pop and you could smell them smoldering. I called Chuck and he said he could not find another cord with a safety breaker but he found a non breakered cord. At this time we were concerned with the safety of the building so we let Chuck know we were going to a motel. As we drove to the hotel I got a call from Trish his co-host who said they would be submitting our refund. Not hearing anything once we got home I called Vrbo and they said a refund had not been submitted, they then got ahold of Chuck and he authorized 2 nights refund on our 3 night reservation. I have contacted Chuck multiple times over the last weeks. Seven days ago he texted he had been busy but had not forgotten about us-- have not heard from him since. Our first vrbo experience but we have no trust anymore
RANDY D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
RANDY D., Leander TX
20 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Snakedays first night
Cute little cabin on the very edge of town. Were in town for herping event so was good for us as we were not in the house much. Biggest concern going in was the AC situation. Wall mounted motel type unit did the job... too cold for me but perfect for the wife, which is normal for us. Very much a dorm room feel to it as the sitting area and the bed are only separated by a partial wall. Shower water pressure was amazing and mattress was comfy. Recommended for a couple but think large would be problematic.
I booked here and they went through Vrbo. I had an issue but it would have not existed if you have the Vrbo App. You pretty much need the app for alerts and door code.
Property owner responded in roughly 20 minutes of my issue. Wish it was sooner, but not a big deal
My only complaint is the fridge is somewhat loud. Otherwise, this property was a nice alternative to other housing options in the area and provided some privacy. Should I have to be in this area, I would book again.
Great place to stay on our visit to Big Bend! The cabin was clean, everything was ready for us when we arrived. The host left their number but we didn’t end up needing anything. The skydeck was really fun. Highly recommended!
Matthew
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
4/10 Poor
Verified traveler
24 May 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Property not ready
The property was not clean. Trash in cans and bed looked slept in. Did not stay.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
KyLee C.
22 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
So cute!
Super cute little place perfect for my weekend trip!! Had everything I needed :)
This is a very nicely decorated, spacious cabin. There is a nice raised viewing deck (we dubbed it "the skydeck") for watching the sunset -- a special and unique feature. The proprietor left his phone number and picked up right away when we contacted him about a couple of missing items, and he rectified the situation within an hour. A comfortable bed and a well-supplied kitchenette all made for a very appealing unit.
The cleaning of the bathroom could have been a bit more thorough, and we were surprised to find no toilet paper and only a single bath towel. (These latter items were provided soon after we contacted the owner and informed him. He was apologetic and responsive.) And there was an issue with the shower door such that the bathroom floor got quite wet. I hope the owner addresses that promptly, because othewise this is really a very nice place. We recommend it.