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Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #2 (The School House)

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 230 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Breakfast included
  • Outdoor Space
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
The price is AED 327
AED 480 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 January 2025

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #2 (The School House)

Big Bend National Park and Big Bend State Park area lodging with a unique West Texas old town experience.
Ten Bits Ranch has some of the most beautiful views in the Big Bend region of Texas.
The rugged off grid Ten Bits Ranch site was chosen for its breathtaking views of the dark sky stars, red craggy rocks and the beautiful sunrise and sunset over the surrounding mountains.
Guests of Ten Bits Ranch may hike and explore over 550 private acres of Ten Bits Ranch land at their leisure. Ten Bits Ranch is your own personal National Park without all the rules and restrictions of hiking the public land.
Guests may have a complimentary self-serve continental breakfast or prepare your own meal 24/7 in the full guest kitchen and dining area in the shared Cantina space.
Ten Bits Ranch is just (20) minutes from the Big Bend National Park entrance and (20) minutes from the historic Terlingua Ghost Town. Ten Bits Ranch is (20) minutes from local activities like the Big Bend rafting companies, Big Bend Stables horseback riding and the local bars & restaurants like the famous La Kiva Restaurant & Bar, Longdraw Pizza, Starlight Theatre, DB’s Rustic Iron BBQ, Chili Pepper Cafe and High Sierra Bar & Grill.
Ten Bits Ranch is (35) minutes from the amazing Big Bend Ranch State Park and the beautiful Lajitas Golf Resort.
Ten Bits Ranch has everything that you need to be comfortable (WiFi, AC, gas & electric heat, satellite television). The entire property is off grid and powered by the one of the largest (57.6 kW) privately owned solar power systems in Texas.
Experience REAL West Texas off grid living in the Big Bend region with your own off grid oasis and 550-acre private park.
Hike and explore right outside your room without the rules and limitations of the public parks. Hike with your pet, bring your ATV or motorcycle, build a fire, visit our shooting range, hike to the Apache Indian Cave or just have a drink, smoke a cigar or read a book on the porch or by the firepit and look at the beautiful mountains on the hotel property. Let the hundreds of acres and nearly complete freedom create a unique Big Bend experience.
Ten Bits Ranch has some of the best views of the famous Big Bend stars. Since Ten Bits Ranch is completely off grid and located on 550 private acres, there are no neighbors and no ground lights to obscure the perfectly dark night sky.
The amazing solitude is extremely quiet and peaceful day or night. If you come to Ten Bits Ranch when the moon cycle is dark, after 20 minutes (for your eyes to adjust), the stars will appear to surround you like a blanket. Be sure to watch for shooting stars. There is a shooting star in view at Ten Bits Ranch almost every week. Ten Bits Ranch offers a truly private, unique, off grid, dark sky star gazing experience that few people have the opportunity to see in person. The craggy Chimney Rock Mountain blocks out a beautiful black jagged silhouette in the blanket of stars.
Well-behaved pets (and well-behaved people) are welcome at Ten Bits Ranch. Hike and explore at your leisure with both your 2 and 4 legged friends.
Thank you for considering Ten Bits Ranch for your Big Bend Adventure. Wherever you choose to stay, the Big Bend area is a wild, unique and a truly beautiful place that is well worth the trip.
Don’t just take our word for it, see what previous guests are saying in our reviews.
The Schoolhouse (Room #2) is a private hotel room with 1 king bed, air conditioning, gas log fireplace, WIFI, satellite television, mini refrigerator, microwave and a private bath, all in an old Western town setting.
The Ten Bits Ranch Schoolhouse (Room #2) is part of an old West town themed setting. There is a Bank, Schoolhouse, Gun Shop, General Store, Steakhouse, Hattery, Gazette, Courthouse, Saloon, Hotel, Barber Shop, Saddle shop and Jail.
There are several shared fire pits on Ten Bits Ranch, including one near the Schoolhouse (Room #2). Ten Bits Ranch has a guest shared Cantina dining area with a full kitchen for your use. You may save a significant amount of time and money while in Big Bend by preparing your own meals in the shared Cantina kitchen.
Enjoy some of the best star and mountain views in Big Bend all while staying in a real West Texas off grid setting.

***Please note: This room was upgraded in 2023 and now has 1 KING sized bed***

Property manager

Sis

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Dining

  • Free breakfast available

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

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)

General

  • Unit size: 324 sq ft (30 sq m)

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Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #3 (The Gun Shop)

Breakfast included
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (161)
The price is AED 364
AED 521 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 January 2025
Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #3 (The Gun Shop)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

Property is also known as

45920

About the neighborhood

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Terlingua, TX

What's nearby

  • Big Bend Library - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Many Stones - 10 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Big Bend National Park - 10 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Barton Warnock Visitor Center - 18 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Santa Elena Canyon - 54 min drive - 34.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Terlingua ghost town Starlight theater - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪High Sierra Bar Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria El Milagro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chili Pepper Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Long Draw Pizza - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #2 (The School House) pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #2 (The School House)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #2 (The School House)?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #2 (The School House) located?

Situated in Terlingua, this cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Big Bend Library, Many Stones, and Big Bend National Park. Big Bend Ranch State Park and Barton Warnock Visitor Center are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #2 (The School House) Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

HelenG444

Hiking Honeymoon
Comfortable and quaint.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

JG

Not all details disclosed up front
Drove about 2 miles off road on rough dirt road. No lights in parking area. No one on site to assist. Room was agreeable but pricey They add cleaning fees before we got there Lots of this was not disclosed prior to being able to rebook
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it all!
We had a great time and loved this property. We would stay here again in a heartbeat! We have two dogs, and we enjoyed being able to have them join us. The cantina/kitchen is well appointed and has everything in stock that you need. They even have full breakfast supplies of coffee, water, waffles, bagels, cream cheese, and a few other options. The room was very nice and comfortable. The water gets HOT which is nice after a full day of hiking. The views are spectacular in the morning and evening. There's nice chairs and fire pits to enjoy the sunset too. There was ample opportunity to interact with other guests if you choose. We really enjoyed the solitude and kept to ourselves and appreciated the chance to take full advantage of it.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

andi j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay!
We had a lovely stay. The house was comfortable. We loved the art and history, and the recommendations for The French Grocer and Brick Vault were spot on. We also visited Gage Garden, which was a lovely spot for a walk. Highly Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness
good stay
Spent two nights in the Bank. It was very quiet and in a good location near Big Bend, had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!!
We stayed for two nights and it was fun! If you stay here, read all the instructions that are emailed to you. Bring food, ice, and anything else you feel you need for the length of your stay. The closest grocery store and restaurant is about 30 minutes away. We loved the shared kitchen. It had everything you need to cook your stuff with a nice area for sitting down to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway under the stars
Relaxing and so quiet. I haven’t seen stars like that in years! Accommodations were comfortable and so clever! I love the old west vibe. It felt like we’re in a movie set. Perfect place to take my husband for his birthday.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A real old west, ranch feel.
Ten Bits Ranch is a unique property. The rooms are named after businesses you’d find in an old west town. But it has modern conveniences (AC, Wifi, tv). If you want to get a way from it all, Ten Bits rests on a low hill within scenic rock formations and hills. Lil Sis was quick to respond to questions, and was unruffled by our mistakenly staying next door to our reserved room. Simply charming and beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Though we reserved the School House at Ten Bits, we ended up at Mercantile #10, due to a wasp nest on the back patio of the School House. Sis was amazing at getting us into a vacant room so that the wasps could be taken care of. Both the rooms were great with absolutely stunning views of sunset. I was really impressed with Sis’ quick response and resolution of the problem. It was a cool place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

pam, ALEXANDRIA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful with nothing else around. Great views for sunsets. Very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness
Private, Beautiful, Perfect
The best way to experience Big Bend! The property was gorgeous with panoramic views that were absolutely stunning. Bed was comfortable, room was clean, view was great, and the cantina was awesome! The road is a bit long and not paved so don’t recommend a small car if you can!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

anand n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at ten bits ranch
It was nice experience and good isolated location for peace.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great theme and setting
Perfect get away no complaints. Theme was perfect feeling like your back in time. Cantina was very accommodating and we loved the Apache cave overlooking property. We will be coming back to chimney rock and the tin bits ranch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Everything great
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big Bend NP Vacation
The property offered a place to rest and recuperate from a long day of hiking. A shower and a place to lay our heads for a good night's sleep. Our room was comfortable and once we figured things out, we had a good stay. This was an interesting layout with a few nuances for "living off the grid"! Overall, enjoyable!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jyoti M.

Liked: Cleanliness
MJ & JM Trip
Wonderful location and authentic period looking property. The weather turned cold and cloudy and so we were unable to enjoy the night sky. Extra blankets would have been great. Kitchen was well stocked. A longer stay to enjoy the quiet and night sky is required.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Lynn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location, theme, layout of property were great. Loved the quiet. Cantina was clean & inviting- until you opened the refrigerators & freezers. Our unit, The Schoolhouse, was dirty as evidenced by: used wash cloth left hanging on shower rod, thick layer of dust & cobwebs on ceiling fan (wouldn'tbe caught dead under it if it got turned on), baseboards, corners & walls of bathroom &mainroom; 2 out of 4 blinds were badly broken & previous guest(s) left toilet paper hanging between slats to provide some added privacy (we left in place too); shower basin heavy mold & mildew; drain cover in sink had black tarlike ring which I was able remove somewhat with my cosmetic towelettes (cleanser & brush could've gotten job done I think); couldnt use microwave in rm because it would trip after 30 seconds of use (we even tried to have lights off and nothing else plugged in). Webbing on one chair badly torn. A person with any heft is going to end up on floor. Refrigrators & freezers in Cantina were also filthy. Loose tater tots & other unknown food spills in freezer and refrigerators had food spills, crumbs and lots of old partially used food & condiment containers. For the price expected a little more elbow grease, time & attention to clean room & facilities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Martha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Spider webs and thick dust on ceiling fan while lying in bed was uncomfortable. Never could get online, called office and told it would be checked yet I never was able to connect. Power failure when running microwave. Your concept and facilities are nice, good location. Porch light would have been nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
The property was beautiful and convenient to Big Bend. The school house has some wear on it, but we still enjoyed it. If you are planning a trip book the newer rooms, they have their own fire pit!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denton P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay, a great disconnect from day-to-day
We wanted a place to unwind and chill, and this was the perfect place for that. The property was neat, welcoming, and flawless. We will definitely come back, with more family next time. It was such a lovely place to gather and forget about stress.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Marcin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
One of a few decent options near Terlingua
We were looking for a stay between Big Bend Ranch State Park and Big Bend National Park and this was one of very few accommodations comfortable enough to travel with family. Was a bit anxious about the last mile drive but between dry weather and a Jeep rental we were more than fine. The location being very peaceful is an understatement - the kiddo had fun stargazing only a few hundred yards from the place, where there was total darkness over the desert. Otherwise there didn't seem much to do around - mostly one county road to walk along through the desert :) The room was mostly comfortable, though I had to alternate between turning the gas fireplace on and off throughout the night - it was too hot with the fireplace on and too cold without it. The rug didn't seem to have been vacuumed well but otherwise the place was clean and came with toiletries and bottled water. Self-check-in was easy and very convenient. Overall I'd recommend (provided that you're traveling in an AWD).
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S., Houston, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Road to property need SUV or 4WD
We would stay there again. Very quiet and peaceful. Was concerned about the community kitchen but it was big and very clean. The only drawback was not having potable water in the unit. The unpaved road is a moonscape so beware especially if it rains.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marci M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed staying at Ten Bits
Very nice and peaceful place to stay. Very clean as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness
They should let you know property may be in accessible after rain - You may not be able to come or go after a rain until the mud dries
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

JESUS C.

Liked: Cleanliness
School house Room 2
Very nice and remote place. Nice and clean community kitchen. We enjoyed meeting people there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023