Fossil Knob Ridge -Chisos: Ultra-Modern Container Home
About this house rental
Summary: Fossil Knob Ridge One: Relax is Style at this Ultra-Modern Container Home Near Terlingua Ghost Town The Space: High Clearance Vehicle Recommended due to rough and rocky roads. Book your vacation at the ultimate modern vacation rentals in the rugged outback of the Big Bend region. In a land of endless mountain and desert vistas that is famed for ghost town ruins, rustic adobes, and Old West ranch homes, the Fossil Knob Ridge vacation rentals offer a unique contrast. The ultra-modern vacation rentals at Fossil Knob Ridge are contemporary homes built from recycled shipping containers. Yes, you read that right. These vacation rental homes are constructed from big metal boxes that were originally used for transporting cargo across the globe on trains and ocean freighters. The owner purchased them from a shipping company and converted them into contemporary and stylish living spaces. Don’t worry though, they are far more than just metal boxes with some furniture. Indeed, these homes offer the most neoteric lodging in the Terlingua area. The Chisos House is an ultra-modern home built from two recycled shipping containers, one forty feet long and one twenty feet long. They are joined together at a 90° angle around a large, shaded patio. The forty contains the living room, dining area, and kitchen. The twenty contains the bathroom and bedroom. Modern design, styling, and art are featured inside and out. Please view the photos for the best description. Chisos House sleeps two to three guests. The bedroom has a king-sized bed and the living room has a sofa. The sofa does not fold out but it can be used for one person to sleep on. If you have a larger group, or simply want more space, there are five modern vacation rental homes at Fossil Knob Ridge. We'd be happy to rent you more than one. Check out the other Fossil Knob Ridge listings. You are welcome to rent as many as you want. All four of the Fossil Knob Ridge Rentals are on the electric grid for reliable and ample electric power. Both are fully air-conditioned and heated and have modern electric appliances. Potable water is trucked in and stored in holding tanks for your use. There is plenty of water available but trucking it in is expensive. We ask that you conserve it, but not so much as to compromise your comfort. Located just one mile northwest of the world famous Terlingua Ghost Town and twenty miles northwest of the Chisos Mountains in Big Bend National Park. Fossil Knob Ridge overlooks the Ghost Town and has breathtaking mountain views, including the Chisos Mountains and into Mexico. Relax inside the house or on the shaded patio. Explore the fossil strewn 20 acre property. Drive or walk into the Ghost Town to explore the historic ruins, dine, drink, enjoy live music, or hang out with local and travelers from around the globe. If you play an instrument or sing, join in on an impromptu jam, session on the porch of the old trading post. Drive into Big Bend Nation Park or Big Bend Ranch State park for endless outdoor adventures. Book a river trip, jeep tour, horseback ride, mountain bike rental, guided hike, or guided hunt. Enjoy a controlled campfire. Marvel at the night skies. Watch the stunning sunrises and sunsets. Do as much or as little as you like. Then, come back again and do even more or less. Interaction with Guests: We manage several properties and live several miles away. We are available by phone, text, email, or messaging. We are typically only on site for cleaning or maintenance issues.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony / Patio
TV
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsKitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(88 Reviews)
5.0
Absolutely amazing experience from booking to departure.
5.0
Loved it—-thank you!
5.0
Loved it—-thank you!
4.0
Property itself and location were amazing. A bit scary going up but very much worth the location. the container home was absolutely beautiful and peaceful. Only unsatisfactory item was the surprise $100.00+ charge for using VRBO above what was already paid for the rental of the property.
5.0
House is beautiful and super clean with all the amenities - Gorgeous Sunrise views from inside and out side, great directions to the site, definitely need a vehicle with somewhat high clearance. Highly Recommend - will come back :)
5.0
Perfection
Enjoyed greatly!!
5.0
I had the best time at Fossil Knob Ridge! The instructions were great and close enough to hike everyday in Big Bend National Park. As a single female staying alone, I felt very safe in the remote atmosphere. The property manager was extremely helpful on more than one occasion. I did have to work one afternoon, and the WiFi held up great. I cooked most meals at the house, but the local breakfast spot and bar were great too. I can’t wait to be back and bring my son!
5.0
Off the grid, but close to Terlingua ghost town with some cool restaurants and bars. The road up is rocky and bumpy, much better in a higher clearance vehicle. Great location for sunrises, sunsets, stars, and Big Bend State Parks for hiking and mountain biking.
10.0
I had the best time at Fossil Knob Ridge! The instructions were great and close enough to hike everyday in Big Bend National Park. As a single female staying alone, I felt very safe in the remote atmosphere. The property manager was extremely helpful on more than one occasion. I did have to work one afternoon, and the WiFi held up great. I cooked most meals at the house, but the local breakfast spot and bar were great too. I can’t wait to be back and bring my son!
5.0
Perfect Getaway!
I had the best time at Fossil Knob Ridge! The instructions were great and close enough to hike everyday in Big Bend National Park. As a single female staying alone, I felt very safe in the remote atmosphere. The property manager was extremely helpful on more than one occasion. I did have to work one afternoon, and the WiFi held up great. I cooked most meals at the house, but the local breakfast spot and bar were great too. I can’t wait to be back and bring my son!
5.0
Great hosts - we were able to seamlessly cancel our trip 2 years ago due to COVID restrictions. This year we rented Chisos and our friends rented 248. The location and accommodations exceeded our expectations. The view of the night sky and Milky Way were a highlight. We did not realize the property was part of the Dark Sky program with McDonald observatory until we went there; now we know why the outdoor lights are red!
5.0
Great container mountain cabin
Off the grid, but close to Terlingua ghost town with some cool restaurants and bars. The road up is rocky and bumpy, much better in a higher clearance vehicle. Great location for sunrises, sunsets, stars, and Big Bend State Parks for hiking and mountain biking.
10.0
Great hosts - we were able to seamlessly cancel our trip 2 years ago due to COVID restrictions. This year we rented Chisos and our friends rented 248. The location and accommodations exceeded our expectations. The view of the night sky and Milky Way were a highlight. We did not realize the property was part of the Dark Sky program with McDonald observatory until we went there; now we know why the outdoor lights are red!
5.0
Spectacular!
Great hosts - we were able to seamlessly cancel our trip 2 years ago due to COVID restrictions. This year we rented Chisos and our friends rented 248. The location and accommodations exceeded our expectations. The view of the night sky and Milky Way were a highlight. We did not realize the property was part of the Dark Sky program with McDonald observatory until we went there; now we know why the outdoor lights are red!
5.0
We spent 4 wonderful days in Fossil Knob Ridge Chisos house. It's a very innovative, modern, clean rental place that offers everything you need for your stay. Property owners are easy to communicate with and easy to reach.
Beautiful view of mountains, sunrise and dark sky to few the stars at night!
10.0
We spent 4 wonderful days in Fossil Knob Ridge Chisos house. It's a very innovative, modern, clean rental place that offers everything you need for your stay. Property owners are easy to communicate with and easy to reach.
Beautiful view of mountains, sunrise and dark sky to few the stars at night!
5.0
Great rental property overlooking the Big Bend mountain range
We spent 4 wonderful days in Fossil Knob Ridge Chisos house. It's a very innovative, modern, clean rental place that offers everything you need for your stay. Property owners are easy to communicate with and easy to reach.
Beautiful view of mountains, sunrise and dark sky to few the stars at night!
5.0
Location is fantastic and views incredible! Went for the skies at night and hiking. Absolutely worth the experience. Communication with property manager seamless.
5.0
Starry Skies and peaceful
Location is fantastic and views incredible! Went for the skies at night and hiking. Absolutely worth the experience. Communication with property manager seamless.
5.0
The cabin is small, clean, and comfy. 1 bed and a couch sleeper. The couch is rough (hard) on an adult. The drive up the mountain to the cabin takes time and patience. You better have a truck or an SUV that can take the rough rocky road. But once you make it up, the views are amazing.
5.0
Relaxing stay
The cabin is small, clean, and comfy. 1 bed and a couch sleeper. The couch is rough (hard) on an adult. The drive up the mountain to the cabin takes time and patience. You better have a truck or an SUV that can take the rough rocky road. But once you make it up, the views are amazing.
5.0
This is our 2nd time staying here, this is the only place we will stay when we visit the Big Bend area. The views are amazing and the house is very clean!!! We will be back!
5.0
My family and I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of staying at this property! The house was clean and modern and the views (the stars, the sunrise, the Chisos) were amazing! I've been a fan of Big Bend for many years now, but my wife had never been; however, thanks to these accommodations and the spectacular surroundings, she's a fan now too!
5.0
Wonderful!!
This is our 2nd time staying here, this is the only place we will stay when we visit the Big Bend area. The views are amazing and the house is very clean!!! We will be back!
5.0
Perfect Big Bend Get-away!
My family and I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of staying at this property! The house was clean and modern and the views (the stars, the sunrise, the Chisos) were amazing! I've been a fan of Big Bend for many years now, but my wife had never been; however, thanks to these accommodations and the spectacular surroundings, she's a fan now too!
5.0
This is a fun, quiet, comfortable place to stay right between the National and State Parks and enjoy Terlingua. The night sky is beautiful, and we loved the patio and outdoor amenities. Plus the kitchen was great to make all of our meals. The bed was dreamy and we loved all the comforts of home in the unique container home. Loved it all!
5.0
Wonderful stay!!
This is a fun, quiet, comfortable place to stay right between the National and State Parks and enjoy Terlingua. The night sky is beautiful, and we loved the patio and outdoor amenities. Plus the kitchen was great to make all of our meals. The bed was dreamy and we loved all the comforts of home in the unique container home. Loved it all!
5.0
We enjoyed this space greatly. You can see Mule Ears while sitting on the couch! Hope to be back soon.
5.0
Super cool container home.!!Great sunrise and sunset views!!
5.0
Great view!
We enjoyed this space greatly. You can see Mule Ears while sitting on the couch! Hope to be back soon.
5.0
Perfect Getaway!
Super cool container home.!!
Great sunrise and sunset views!!
5.0
We loved the beautiful, well designed home made from shipping containers. The home was beautiful and took full advantage of a spectacular view with full length windows the length of the house. The kitchen, living area, bedroom and bathroom well artfully decorated, clean and well maintained. The outside has a gorgeous view with a nice fire ring, grill and comfortable seating. A wonderful place to sit by the fire and watch a million stars come out at night. This is a great place to stay. We will definitely return.
5.0
A Well Designed Home with a Spectacular View
We loved the beautiful, well designed home made from shipping containers. The home was beautiful and took full advantage of a spectacular view with full length windows the length of the house. The kitchen, living area, bedroom and bathroom well artfully decorated, clean and well maintained. The outside has a gorgeous view with a nice fire ring, grill and comfortable seating. A wonderful place to sit by the fire and watch a million stars come out at night. This is a great place to stay. We will definitely return.
4.0
The view of Big Bend and the Chisos Mountains from the front of this property was amazing! We got to see the sunrise every morning and it was spectacular! The location was great in terms of being close to Big Bend. The 1.5 mile drive up to the house takes time as the road is quite bumpy and we were glad they encouraged driving a high clearance vehicle. The property manager was helpful and responsive.
4.0
Great location and view!
The view of Big Bend and the Chisos Mountains from the front of this property was amazing! We got to see the sunrise every morning and it was spectacular! The location was great in terms of being close to Big Bend. The 1.5 mile drive up to the house takes time as the road is quite bumpy and we were glad they encouraged driving a high clearance vehicle. The property manager was helpful and responsive.
5.0
This property was exactly as advertised - there were no surprises whatsoever. The owners were great about communicating up front, and were extremely flexible about accommodating potential changes to travel due to COVID restrictions on the nearby Big Bend National Park a month out. The location is perfect -- close enough to the park that it's an easy drive in for day hikes, but remote enough that you're not dealing with lots of noise and light pollution, which is particularly welcomed amidst the big, beautiful dark skies out there. We loved it so much, we booked a return trip before the first one was over!
5.0
Comfort and space in remote West Texas
This property was exactly as advertised - there were no surprises whatsoever. The owners were great about communicating up front, and were extremely flexible about accommodating potential changes to travel due to COVID restrictions on the nearby Big Bend National Park a month out. The location is perfect -- close enough to the park that it's an easy drive in for day hikes, but remote enough that you're not dealing with lots of noise and light pollution, which is particularly welcomed amidst the big, beautiful dark skies out there. We loved it so much, we booked a return trip before the first one was over!
5.0
A Great Experience
I cannot say enough good things about our stay - what a cool setup. This was our 2nd time to the Big Bend area - Fossil Knob Ridge made this visit a special visit. It was quite apparent that the owners invested a piece of themselves when completing their project - you can feel their heart and soul in the place. If you get the chance - stay here while visiting Big Bend.
5.0
"Glamping" at its best
Fun location at top of ridge in Terlingua. Well appointed with everything you need for a day of adventure and evenings to relax. Plenty of privacy and great vistas from all sides. Dark night skies really show off the stars but you'll have to stay up until at least 10pm to allow darkness to really settle in. Then get ready for a show.
5.0
Great couple nights
We had a wonderful time during the 4th of July with beautiful views.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Big Bend National Park?
The average price for a rental in Big Bend National Park is $282 per night. This rental is $72 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Fossil Knob Ridge -Chisos: Ultra-Modern Container Home. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Fossil Knob Ridge -Chisos: Ultra-Modern Container Home pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Fossil Knob Ridge -Chisos: Ultra-Modern Container Home?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and balcony / patio.
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