Boulder Ridge Ranch: Luxury lodging for up to six | House in Terlingua, TX

9.8 (6 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  6 Guests
Terlingua House | Boulder Ridge Ranch: Luxury lodging for up to six

3 Bedroom House with Air Conditioner, Balcony and Security

Summary:
Boulder Ridge Ranch is a luxury vacation rental home for up to six guests in the heart of the Big Bend Region. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, spacious living room, open dining area and kitchen. large studio, covered parking, and lots of shaded outdoor space. Located on 80 acres on Terlingua Ranch. Solar powered with a robust battery bank, power inverter system, and an auto-start back-up generator.
The Space:
Enjoy a Big Bend vacation in a custom built, beautifully designed, and comfortably furnished family luxury home. Once you pull through the gate onto Boulder Ridge Ranch, you won't want to leave. This rental home has everything you could want for a relaxing and memorable Big Bend getaway. Situated on 80 acres of beautiful, rugged, and private land, this property provides privacy, seclusion, comfort, and unique style.
There is plenty of room for up to six discerning guests. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, full kitchen, indoor and outdoor dining tables, spacious living room, lots of covered patio space, a separate building with a studio space and kitchenette, covered parking. 80 acres, endless views, total privacy, and so much more.
The one downside of this property is a bit of a bumpy rock road to get here. We recommend high clearance, AWD, or 4WD. However, a typical sedan can easily make the drive if the driver is cautious, watches the road closely. Either way, don't rush the drive. Take it slow and easy. Driving too fast down the rock road will be uncomfortable you and your vehicle. The views are great all along the drive, which is another good reason to take it slow. Once at the house, you'll agree that the rough drive is worth it.
All linens are provided and the kitchen is stocked with everything but your groceries.
The Neighborhood:
TERLINGUA RANCH: Located between Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park and including much of the town of Terlingua, Terlingua Ranch is a private subdivision of over 190,000 acres, divided into 9,500 tracts owned by about 5,000 individuals and crisscrossed by 1,100 miles of dirt and rock roads. Tracts range from five acres to several hundred acres. It is some of the most rugged and scenic land in Texas.
Back in the 1960’s, the Ghost Town and much of what later became “Terlingua Ranch” was owned by racing legend and car designer extraordinaire, Carol Shelby and some of his friends. The decided to promote the area by holding a chili cook-off in the then abandoned Ghost Town. That little stunt of a cook-off grew into CASI (Chili Appreciation Society International) which now hosts nearly 500 chili cook-offs around the nation and internationally, all leading up the championship cook-off every year in Terlingua. Shelby and friends later subdivided the Ranch and started selling it off to hunters and rugged naturalists. Over the decades, the area was reborn and an eclectic community of nature lovers, artists, musicians, adventurers, and folks just wanting to escape from “civilization” has grown and started to resettle this rough country.
People have come and gone. New buildings have risen while others have fallen, Dreams have been realized and others crushed. Through it all, the land remains. The harsh desert and vast openness encourages positive development and slowly swallows up and recovers from past abuses. The old cinnabar mine sites and ranching outposts persist as relics and ghost towns, some redeveloped, some carefully preserved, and others dissolving back into the desert. Abandoned dreams eventually become points of interests for those of us that stumble upon them decades later. Terlingua Ranch is a bizarre mix of old and new, good and bad, growth and decline, all completely unregulated. Modern homes with high values and stunning designs stand beside dilapidated do-it-yourself mistakes and abandoned ruins of the 1800’s and early 1900’s.
The landscape is even more varied than the people and the structures. Rugged mountains, deep canyons, wild arroyos, dry and wet creeks, peaceful valleys, breathtaking badlands, moonscape like mud flats, the remains of ancient volcanoes, and fossilized ancient seabeds. All of it nurturing a vast array of plant life and wildlife. Around every corner and over every hill lies new and unexpected surprises.
The Ranch is now home to a few hundred hardy souls. It is also dotted with a diverse array of vacation rental lodging options and campsites. Like the diverse land, they range in quality, style, value, and price. A few are amazing dream destinations. Some are good places to sleep. Others are the stuff of nightmares. (We don’t manage any in the nightmare category.)
Big Bend Vacation Rentals started out in 2007 and initially managed three of the first four vacation rentals in the Terlingua and Terlingua Ranch area. We now manage dozens out of a couple of hundred options. We represent dozens of property owners and have hosted tens of thousands of guests. You can trust us as managers, and you can rely on the properties that we manage. We have become very selective about the properties and the property owners that we add to our portfolio.
Getting Around:
We recommend high clearance and 4WD for the bumpy rock road leading to the property. However, a typical sedan can make the drive if the driver is cautious, watches the road closely. Either way, don't rush the drive. Take it slow and easy. Driving too fast down the rock road will be uncomfortable you and your vehicle. The views are great all along the drive, which is another good reason to take it slow. Once at the house, you'll agree that the rough drive is worth it.
Interaction with Guests:
We manage several properties and live a few miles away. We are available by phone, text, email, or message. We are typically only on site for cleaning or maintenance issues.

Boulder Ridge Ranch: Luxury lodging for up to six is located in Terlingua. Boulder Ridge Ranch: Luxury lodging for up to six provides accommodation, featuring Air Conditioner, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, among other amenities. This House features Air Conditioner, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Boulder Ridge Ranch: Luxury lodging for up to six has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Terlingua has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Terlingua, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Terlingua, 79852, United States

Amenities

Air Conditioner
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Pet Friendly
  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
General
  • Unit size: 1435 sq ft (133 sq m)
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Desk
  • Office
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Note from host: charge may apply pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Kathryn S.
Apr 5, 2025 01:09:06 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: The property is a 15 minute bumpy drive off the main road but well worth it. Beautiful home and amazing views. Enjoyed the outdoor seating area.
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FAQ's

Is this Terlingua house pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Terlingua house have a swimming pool?

No, this Terlingua house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Terlingua house?

Best-rates for the Terlingua house starts from $516 per night with includes Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, Internet, Air Conditioner, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Kitchen, Laundry, Bedding/Linens with all other facilities. Casai.nz matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Terlingua house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Terlingua house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Terlingua house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Terlingua house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Terlingua house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Terlingua house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Terlingua house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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