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

Cabin in Terlingua with patio and fireplace

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Ten Bits Ranch, nestled in the Big Bend region of Texas, offers a unique West Texas old town experience with breathtaking views of the dark sky stars and beautiful sunrises over surrounding mountains. Explore 550 private acres of land at your leisure, hike with your pet or ATV/motorcycle, visit our shooting range or simply enjoy a drink by the firepit while taking in mountain views. The entire property is off-grid and powered by solar energy.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 230 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
The current price is ￥20,145
￥27,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1

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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 amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Free breakfast available

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 324 square feet

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9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 191 reviews
The price is ￥20,145
￥27,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
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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 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

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Map
TX, Terlingua

What's nearby

  • Starlight Theatre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Big Bend National Park - 10 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Big Bend Ranch State Park - 11 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Barton Warnock Visitor Center - 12 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Chisos Mountains - 54 min drive - 61.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Chili Pepper Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria el Milagro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Venga - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Gordo’s Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starlight Theater - ‬15 min walk

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #2 (The School House)?

As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #2 (The School House) on Nov 30, 2025 start from ￥20,145, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the 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 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Starlight Theatre and within 9 mi (15 km) of Big Bend Library and Many Stones. Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 144 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cabin was really nicely decorated and very comfortable. The kitchen was stocked with necessities, had fridges for guests' food and also areas with donated food from previous guests
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lodge was clean and sheets smelled nice. The property is awesome!!! All the comforts of home in the cantina. The views are spectacular.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vonda S.

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

Fabulous

It was fabulous. Exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the location, and the cantina was well stocked. I did not find the waffles until too late because the signs for them were on the other fridges. The doorknob on Schoolhouse #2 was loose, and the lock harder to use than these locks normally are, Sometimes it auto-locked so fast you could not enter, and sometimes it didn’t lock. Luckily a neighbor told us that tapping the word Schlage functions as a lock. This property is managed remotely.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the old town feel of the ranch. Our room was very comfortable. No can opener or tea bags in the kitchen area.
Our room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was amazing, surrounded by mountains, very quiet and we got to see lots of stars and the Milky way. The little chalet we stayed was confortable and quaint. The road to acces the place was the only things I didn't like, probably because we had a flat tire, but two samaritans came to our rescue, Valente and Vladimir, very greatful, specially because of the heat. We were free to use a really nice kitchen, fully equipped, were we cooked the food we brought.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari B.

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

First Year Anniversary Stay

Out of all of the places around here that you can stay this place, we believe, was the shining star. It’s private, you get your own patio to stare at the gorgeous landscape around you. Views are spectacular, cleanliness and comfort are top notch. We already agreed if we make this trip back here, we will only stay here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lois G.

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

Lovely getaway

Nice and scenic. EVerything was clear and easy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

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

Hiking big bend

Love the property, peacefully and quite and loved the community kitchen and getting to meet others staying on the property that are spending time in and hiking big bend trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

HelenG444

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hiking Honeymoon

Comfortable and quaint.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

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

Marci M.

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

We enjoyed staying at Ten Bits

Very nice and peaceful place to stay. Very clean as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

anand n.

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

Stay at ten bits ranch

It was nice experience and good isolated location for peace.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Katie C.

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

adequate & comfy

The schoolhouse building was just enough for a quick trip to Big Bend National Park. No frills, but adequate housing with a comfy bed to rest your head at night. The outdoor porches were nice with beautiful rocky surroundings! Definitely would have used the firepit if there wasn't a burn ban in effect. Super easy check-in and check-out. Wish we were a little closer to the park to save commuting time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

andi j.

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

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

Russell F.

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

The best time ever

Very awesome thank you so much
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce S

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The road getting in was a little rough, but worth the trip. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

pam

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

8/10 Good

Judy G.

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

Quirky

Two miles down an unpaved road but an interesting property. No room hair dryer or potable water in the room. Six water bottles were provided because the tap water wasn’t potable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis M.

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

Peace and quiet

This was an amazingly quiet and peaceful place. The views are amazing. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was this most memorable stay we have ever had! The old western town setting was awesome! We will definitely be coming back and will be recommending it to all our friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Amazing Stay

The Cabin was cute on the outside and quaint inside. The Sunrises and Sunsets, were absolutely breath taking. We will definitely Stay at the Ten Bits Ranch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandi B.

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

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

chris t.

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

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