Darkest sky in West Texas and the gateway to Big Bend National Park
About this condo rental
One of the experimental buildings on our property, this structure was designed and built partially by the same artisan who did a good bit of the foundation work on Eve's Garden, one of the best examples of 'papercrete' building world wide and located in north Marathon. This building, named 'Na Bolom' or 'Jaguar House' in Mayan was constructed in the manner of the ubiquitous conical structures in Southern Italy, all through desert communities in the Middle East, Africa and is comfortable for two persons.Come try this amazing edifice in the wilds of the far west Texas, trans-Pecos region just north of Big Bend National Park. There is a deck on the west side and access is encouraged to the other experimental building projects on La Loma Del Chivo. Free dust and wind are constants , as is the overwhelming brilliance of the great via lactea (milky way). Hot water provided( please quick showers , you are in the desert).
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Balcony / Patio
Family friendly
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
$$$$
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(34 Reviews)
5.0
Clean room, very comfortable bed with high quality linens, and a nice hot shower. Exactly what I needed. Thanks again for having me.
5.0
We were headed to Terlingua and always stay one night in Marathon and usually at The Gage. This little gem is so close to everything you need in Marathon. It was easily accessible, and we were greeted at check in and shown around the property. We enjoyed our night and will certainly stay again.
5.0
excellent hostess. very responsive and thorough. uniquely superb interior design. excellent shower. beautiful night sky. immediate surrounding structures a tribute to creative humanity.
5.0
Our host, Ingrid is absolutely amazing and so sweet! Her property is very special and loaded with unique treasures to admire. Absolutely the place to stay if you're looking for something different and unique!
5.0
I came to the property to stare at the big sky and ponder my life choices. My room was quiet, private, comfortable and so much fun! I love how unconventional the property is, and how everyone there seems to value sovereignty, the spiritual qualities of the land, and the value of human connection.
5.0
This wasn't my first stay at this property, so I knew it would be great in terms of location and amenities, and it didn't disappoint! The owner was communicative, made sure we were cared for despite our (rather late!) check-in, and once again, we had another great adventure in the park the next couple of days. I'm hoping this will be available on our next trip too :)
5.0
Marathon is unique, charming, and a place we should all visit. This place made it even more of all of those.
5.0
What a wonderful place to go to unplug and relax! Loved the view of the Milky Way and the other constellations. Thank you for having me
5.0
This place inspires creativity and implants the traveling bug into your heart! Super cozy, cool, and comfortable! Ingrid is a rockstar! Will be back!
5.0
Very unique. We enjoyed that we could walk out the front door at 4am, look up, and see the Milky Way. The bathroom and shower are very tiny. Be prepared to step outside to give some privacy. Definitely made for some good laughs. The bed was very comfy and clean sheets plus new comforter was a plus! Very close to the center of town, which we appreciated, especially since we treated ourselves to the Gage Spa after Big Bend!
5.0
Perfect for the trip we had in mind
Very unique. We enjoyed that we could walk out the front door at 4am, look up, and see the Milky Way. The bathroom and shower are very tiny. Be prepared to step outside to give some privacy. Definitely made for some good laughs. The bed was very comfy and clean sheets plus new comforter was a plus! Very close to the center of town, which we appreciated, especially since we treated ourselves to the Gage Spa after Big Bend!
4.0
The property was unique and different. Marathon needs more dining choices during the week.
5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our night in Na Bolom. The decor was energizing, we had everything we needed for comfort, and loved that there wasn't a TV to distract us from enjoying the stars. As a couple in our 60's, getting to the toilet/sink was a bit of a hoot, but we did it. What a wonderful change from staying at cookie cutter, sterile chain hotels. Thanks to our hosts for creating a space that brought us out of our ordinary experience.
10.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our night in Na Bolom. The decor was energizing, we had everything we needed for comfort, and loved that there wasn't a TV to distract us from enjoying the stars. As a couple in our 60's, getting to the toilet/sink was a bit of a hoot, but we did it. What a wonderful change from staying at cookie cutter, sterile chain hotels. Thanks to our hosts for creating a space that brought us out of our ordinary experience.
5.0
La Loma Del Chivo
We thoroughly enjoyed our night in Na Bolom. The decor was energizing, we had everything we needed for comfort, and loved that there wasn't a TV to distract us from enjoying the stars. As a couple in our 60's, getting to the toilet/sink was a bit of a hoot, but we did it. What a wonderful change from staying at cookie cutter, sterile chain hotels. Thanks to our hosts for creating a space that brought us out of our ordinary experience.
5.0
The place was amazing, the house was nice and clean and the owner was super friendly and awesome! We will definitely stay here again. Oh and the views were amazing as well!
5.0
Big Bend
The place was amazing, the house was nice and clean and the owner was super friendly and awesome! We will definitely stay here again. Oh and the views were amazing as well!
5.0
We treat ourselves to a night in Marathon after several nights of tent camping in Terlingua. Nebalom offers a nice bed and a warm shower in a very cool building. We really enjoyed the building in Goat Hill had fun sharing our pictures with our friends. I highly recommend this property for a nice getaway or stop over.
5.0
Magical little cottage
We treat ourselves to a night in Marathon after several nights of tent camping in Terlingua. Nebalom offers a nice bed and a warm shower in a very cool building. We really enjoyed the building in Goat Hill had fun sharing our pictures with our friends. I highly recommend this property for a nice getaway or stop over.
5.0
Great Place to stay for Quick Trip to Marathon
A truly unique place to stay for a quick trip to Marathon. A memorable location we will never forget and a story we will always be eager to share of the night we spent in an artists Paper-Crete home. Ingrid was very helpful, the views were amazing, even the west Texas thunderstorm, and the price was great for a one night stay in Marathon, TX. Def recommend.
5.0
Love these neat places you find out in the middle of nowhere! My kind of perfect and the owners are my kind of people!
Will def come back and very soon! Thank you Ingrid!
5.0
Fun place!
Love these neat places you find out in the middle of nowhere! My kind of perfect and the owners are my kind of people!
Will def come back and very soon! Thank you Ingrid!
5.0
We enjoyed Marathon and great location for us.
4.0
Where we stayed was cure and comfortable, but the surroundings were a bit trashy. Great value for the money
5.0
Marathon visit
We enjoyed Marathon and great location for us.
4.0
Quirky
Where we stayed was cure and comfortable, but the surroundings were a bit trashy. Great value for the money
5.0
Nice time!
Enjoyed our stay! Property very clean and bed so comfy....peaceful morning coffee on the back porch!
5.0
The property had a very unique design. It’s in a very small town burn with easy access to big bend national park. There’s very little light pollution so you can really see the stars at night. Would rent here again.
5.0
Small but roomy
The property had a very unique design. It’s in a very small town burn with easy access to big bend national park. There’s very little light pollution so you can really see the stars at night. Would rent here again.
5.0
We loved our stay here! The bed was so comfy after a day filled with hiking in the park. Our days were packed with activity, so we didn’t get to spend much time enjoying the other experiences provided by this little community. Next trip, we’ll be sure to spend more time hanging around the the grounds getting to know other visitors. This place was exactly what we were looking for in our stay. We can’t wait to come back!
5.0
The Perfect Place to Stay
We loved our stay here! The bed was so comfy after a day filled with hiking in the park. Our days were packed with activity, so we didn’t get to spend much time enjoying the other experiences provided by this little community. Next trip, we’ll be sure to spend more time hanging around the the grounds getting to know other visitors. This place was exactly what we were looking for in our stay. We can’t wait to come back!
5.0
I've been defining this place with the word "unique" in some of the best kinds of ways. It was exACTLY what we needed for our stay before and after our adventure in Big Bend, and it will be a part of our story for years to come! The owners were accessible right when they said they'd be, they were responsive, helpful, and made our stay as pleasant and comfortable as possible! Unique, yes, and simple, and, for us, an important part of our epic adventure!
5.0
Quiet, relaxing and adventurous
We REALLY enjoyed our stay here! Ingrid is a terrific host and the house we stayed in is an absolute piece of art. Everything was super clean and comfortable. There’s also a “community “ elevated deck to take in the beautiful Chihuahuan Desert sunset. We met several neighbors on our walks in the community and found everyone exceptionally friendly and welcoming. We are already planning a return trip to explore more of Big Bend National Park and the surrounding area. Thanks again to Ingrid and her neighbors!
4.0
We enjoyed our stay here. Definitely an interesting and quirky property not for everyone. It was very quiet with the most amazingly dark sky at night. The Milky Way was seen from horizon to horizon. The hostess could not have been nicer or more accommodating. Convenient location if visiting Big Bend National Park and not staying in the park. Very functional "paper mâché" casita with a small kitchenette, very small bathroom, a nice patio out back, and eclectic decor. Note that there is good wifi but no TV. Comfortable bed but no headboard to lean against and the hard back chairs were not the most comfortable. There is also a gathering area for guests to mingle in the evening and would add to the community experience.
4.0
Interesting and Quirky
We enjoyed our stay here. Definitely an interesting and quirky property not for everyone. It was very quiet with the most amazingly dark sky at night. The Milky Way was seen from horizon to horizon. The hostess could not have been nicer or more accommodating. Convenient location if visiting Big Bend National Park and not staying in the park. Very functional "paper mâché" casita with a small kitchenette, very small bathroom, a nice patio out back, and eclectic decor. Note that there is good wifi but no TV. Comfortable bed but no headboard to lean against and the hard back chairs were not the most comfortable. There is also a gathering area for guests to mingle in the evening and would add to the community experience.
4.0
Small unit exactly as advertised. Very clean unit under inky skies with an attentive host. I can't really rate the "location" because we arrived late at night and left early in the morning.
4.0
Needed a quick overnight and this was just what we needed.
Small unit exactly as advertised. Very clean unit under inky skies with an attentive host. I can't really rate the "location" because we arrived late at night and left early in the morning.
5.0
Desert Uncut Jewel and Eclectic Charm
Good weird - like an Austin vibe of weird. If you have a sense of adventure, love meeting warm, interesting people and appreciate evolving art, then this community is the place for you! If you are picky, perhaps lay that aside or go on down the road. We stayed at Napalom or The Jaguar House, and it was very comfortable and had everything we needed: small refrigerator, coffee maker, microwave, and dishes. The decor has a celestial, tribal feel, and the rough materials (paper mache and plaster) that the buildings are made of give this unique hostel a desert bohemian quality. We are retired and in our 60s and we found La Loma Del Chivo just the place to get away from the pandemic. Marathon is a community of people with wonderful spirit and La Loma Del Chivo and the owners reflect that beautifully. And, it is spotlessly clean - worn, but good worn, not a speck of dirt anywhere.
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5.0
Good weird - like an Austin vibe of weird. If you have a sense of adventure, love meeting warm, interesting people and appreciate evolving art, then this community is the place for you! If you are picky, perhaps lay that aside or go on down the road. We stayed at Napalom or The Jaguar House, and it was very comfortable and had everything we needed: small refrigerator, coffee maker, microwave, and dishes. The decor has a celestial, tribal feel, and the rough materials (paper mache and plaster) that the buildings are made of give this unique hostel a desert bohemian quality. We are retired and in our 60s and we found La Loma Del Chivo just the place to get away from the pandemic. Marathon is a community of people with wonderful spirit and La Loma Del Chivo and the owners reflect that beautifully. And, it is spotlessly clean - worn, but good worn, not a speck of dirt anywhere.Read less
4.0
Something different
Staying at the property was a unique experience because of the location and the construction of the studio. I would recommend this property for any couples or singles who are visiting Big Bend and need hotel accommodations and are open to staying somewhere unique. We loved the tiki bar platform overlooking the property because it was a good place to see sunset, sunrises, monstets, and moonrises.
FAQs
How much does this condo cost compared to others in Marathon?
The average price for a rental in Marathon is $217 per night. This rental is $21 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this condo?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Darkest sky in West Texas and the gateway to Big Bend National Park . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this condo?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this condo. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Darkest sky in West Texas and the gateway to Big Bend National Park pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this condo is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Darkest sky in West Texas and the gateway to Big Bend National Park ?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, and parking.
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