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The Cattleman's Headquarters - A Historic Ranch Retreat

Farm stay in Alpine with an outdoor pool

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Cattlemen's Headquarters on Newberry Ranch offers a genuine escape in Far West Texas. Enjoy views of the Chihuahuan Desert, Ranger Mesas, and Twin Sister Mountains from this historic 4500 sq ft retreat with wood-burning fireplaces and a private sunset veranda.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Map
Alpine, TX

Getting around

  • Alpine Station - 21 min drive
  • Marfa, TX (MRF) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Highland Inn - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Basket - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Line Thai Cafe - ‬20 min drive

About this property

The Cattleman's Headquarters - A Historic Ranch Retreat

Farm stay in the mountains
At The Cattleman's Headquarters - A Historic Ranch Retreat, you can look forward to a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Limo/town car service, books, and a billiards/pool table
  • Charcoal grills, games, and outdoor furniture
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at The Cattleman's Headquarters - A Historic Ranch Retreat include comforts such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
More amenities include:
  • 5 bathrooms with toilet paper
  • Smart TVs with DVD players
  • Porches or lanais, kitchens, and kitchenettes

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Games
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • Playground
  • Stereo

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Note from host: Smoking Outdoors Only
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
5 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pet Fee @ Booking ($75/pet 40LBS+; $50/pet 40LBS-)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children Are Welcome @ Risk of Parent or Guardian

Events

No events allowed
Request ----@--------.---

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking Outdoors Only

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
Note from host: Request ----@--------.---
Long-term renters welcome
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

Does The Cattleman's Headquarters - A Historic Ranch Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Cattleman's Headquarters - A Historic Ranch Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this farm house allows cats and dogs (limit 5 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cattleman's Headquarters - A Historic Ranch Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cattleman's Headquarters - A Historic Ranch Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cattleman's Headquarters - A Historic Ranch Retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this farm stay is within 6 mi (10 km) of Big Bend Regional Medical Center, Kiowa Gallery, and Museum of the Big Bend. Sul Ross State University and Kokernot Municipal Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The Cattleman's Headquarters - A Historic Ranch Retreat Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional

Everything about our stay was exceptional! The proximity to Big Bend NP, the atmosphere... just perfect! The property manager was also very helpful. I highly recommend The Cattleman's Headquarters to everyone looking for an authentic western adventure.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dharmesh P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house in a secluded, quiet area

Everything was great except for the driveway leading up to the house; it’s 1.5-2 miles to the house. Two cars got flat tires due to the rocks and rough terrain.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JD W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique Property - great stay for authentic ranch feel.

Feels like Grandma’s ranch house….We enjoyed the secluded, all-to-yourself feel. It is in the boonies - which is a plus if you are really trying to get away. Wide open sky - turn all the lights off to witness stars galore… it was dark enough to see satellites rushing and shooting stars streaking across the sky… stars are a big attraction. House is well stocked and the property manager is awesome!!! Side note - you gotta love the outdoors to be comfortable here. Various hoofed animales came visiting - lots of reptiles - fun times. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Interesting property. !

Enjoyed our stay on the ranch. ! Older historical home with plenty of space !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

angela p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An Alpine favorite

My husband and I have hosted our band and friends here a couple of times now. It’s comfortable for everyone, with tons of room and spectacular views! I highly recommend for a large group!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

valerie s., Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving 2023

Lovely farmhouse on large working ranch. Access to 3 working kitchens that were well stocked with plenty of bedroom linens.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Roomy Rustic Home, perfect for large groups

We all agreed that we would stay at the Cattleman's Headquarters again. There was so much room for our group of 10. The home is eclectic with a mix of vintage and new furniture and artwork. Some of the bathrooms have been updated nicely, some appear original to the home. The water is very mineral heavy and so most of the shower heads were clogged a little in some way and spraying in crazy directions. We were able to get some of them cleaned up and in better working order. A good vinegar or CLR soak or cleaning would do the trick. There are multiple functional kitchen areas with Keurig’s in each. There’s a large indoor eating area, a screened in porch with a patio table, and a long outdoor table for eating outside. I would recommend bringing comfortable outdoor chairs with you. The property is on a septic system and we were asked not to flush any paper products, even toilet paper, which was interesting. There was an option to have a personal chef cook dinner for the group, which we signed up for. Unfortunately, the chef had a family emergency and was unable to be there, but Madeleine was so responsive and immediately sent us options for local restaurants and even made reservations for us for an alternate open. We really appreciated this help. We stayed in the area for a family wedding, so didn’t have much time for exploring the ranch or city but hopefully will be able to get the family together again to come back out to explore the area and enjoy the property to the fullest.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen W.

Liked: Communication, location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024