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Black Cat Ranch

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Property grounds
Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 439.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Alpine, TX
  • Popular LocationBig Bend National Park97 min drive
  • Popular LocationPanther Junction Visitor Center102 min drive
  • Popular LocationChisos Basin Visitor Center110 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Black Cat Ranch

You'll have a great time at this comfortable place to stay. The cabin has a queen Sleep Number bed, refrigerator, Keurig, toaster, microwave, A/C , heat and full bath. Watch the sunrise in the morning from the porch, and the sunset from anywhere on the 40 acres. With a full moon the entire area lights up, no moon means countless stars and the Milky Way visible as you have probably never seen before. Possibly see a javelina, cotton tail or jack rabbit, roadrunner, mule deer, elk, bobcat or coyote. The property is on water catchment for water and solar energy for electricity. Water is not drinkable you will need to supply your own drinking water. The backup generator is currently out of service so conservation is essential if there is a cloudy day as you could lose power.

We are located 34 miles from Terlingua Ghost Town, 32 miles from Big Bend National Park. Terlingua Ranch Lodge is 6 miles and features a laundromat, Bad Rabbit Cafe and pool for a small daily fee.
GUEST ACCESS
You have access to the guesthouse and shared access to the shed where you do dishes and leave bagged trash. You can roam the entire 40 acres just respect my private areas around my home. I am currently not at the property.
VIDEO AND AUDIO SURVEILLANCE
Cameras are located at guest parking and inside the shed as well in my private area.

Property manager

Bob Stammer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Unit size: 420 sq ft (39.0 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Infants to 18 months free, over are $10 per night

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Alpine

This cabin is located in Alpine. Panther Path Trail and Window Trail Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Persimmon Gap Visitor Center and Big Bend National Park.

What's nearby

  • Many Stones - 57 min drive
  • Big Bend National Park - 97 min drive
  • Panther Junction Visitor Center - 102 min drive
  • Santa Elena Canyon - 109 min drive
  • Chisos Basin Visitor Center - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bad Rabbit Cafe - 18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Black Cat Ranch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Black Cat Ranch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Black Cat Ranch?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Black Cat Ranch located?

Situated in Alpine, this cabin is within 32 mi (52 km) of Many Stones, Persimmon Gap Visitor Center, and Big Bend Library. Big Bend National Park and Maravillas Creek are also within 32 mi (52 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We had a great stay. Very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and perfect
Great location. Remote but the drive was beautiful. Gravel for the last mile or so. You only see a few other properties from the site. Quiet. Beautiful. We were excited to see about 40 scaled quail and an elk! The building was clean and had all we needed for our 2 day stay. Comfortable sleep number bed. Shower was warm and decent pressure. Cleaning staff was great. Overall, very happy w our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation from Northern US
Nice oasis to stay while hiking Big Bend National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miguel V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big Bend
Cabin exactly as described, private and remote. We had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Desert off the grid
Thanks to Bob, place was spotless and as described. 12 miles off the main rd way out in the desert under the stars and off the grid!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
We had a great stay on this beautiful property. It is a little ways out of town, so be prepared for a little extra drive, but being on such a beautiful property was worth it. It is directly next to the main house, but we were the only ones on the property. We had a few issues come up with the plumbing, but the owner was very responsive. The cabin did have everything we needed and they even provided wood for the fire pit! I would pack plenty of extra water, flash light/lantern, and lighter.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good base camp
The property was a good base camp for exploring the Big Bend/Terlingua area. All the comforts of home. Enjoyed the spacious views of desert and mountains. Would definitely recommend. Only recommendations would be to alert people to bring more water for drinking and more hooks in bathroom. Thanks for the great hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

HYUNJU

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cody H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice clean place
The place itself was really nice and the few issues we had the owner was quick to respond and fix. I will definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ezekiel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Clean and had everything needed! Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023