Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #8 - The Courthouse
About this cabin rental
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, StarlightTheatre, DB’s Rustic Iron BBQ, Chili Pepper Cafe and High Sierra Bar & Grill. Ten Bits Ranch is (25) 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 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 Courthouse (Room #8) is a very large private hotel room with 2 king beds, full sized couch, air conditioning, gas log fireplace, WIFI, satellite television, mini refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker and a large private bath, all in an old Western town setting. The Ten Bits Ranch Courthouse (Room #8) 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 right outside the Courthouse (Room #8). There is 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. Built in 2020, the Ten Bits Ranch Courthouse (Room #8) is a highly engineered, high efficiency desert oasis with 14-inch-thick insulated reinforced concrete walls, geothermal heating and cooling in the floor, 8.5 inches of closed cell foam ceiling insulation (like a Yeti cooler) and 100% self-generated solar power. The Courthouse (Room #8) is nearly twice the size of a standard hotel room yet due to efficient construction the room uses only one quarter of the electric power of a normal room. Enjoy some of the best stars and mountain views in Big Bend all while staying in a real West Texas off grid setting.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
TV
Map of Big Bend National Park, TX
Cabin in Big Bend National Park, TX
Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for pets
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Reviews
4.9/5.0
Outstanding(50 Reviews)
8.0
Ten Bits Ranch was a great place to stay to visit Big Bend. It was perhaps slightly further away from Terlingua than we thought, but it worked fine. The ‘cantina’ where we had breakfast was a great way to meet other guests, and the kids loved stargazing near the fire pit. My only criticism is that our room needed to have been aired before we arrived. It is built of concrete which smelled unpleasant and there was a layer of dust on everything. This was a real shame as the location was wonderful.
10.0
The first thing we noticed when we arrived was the surrounding peaks. It was like we were in the park.
We drove down North County Rd and saw up close formations that we did not see in the national park.
Our room was very comfortable. The one thing that suprised us was that the water on the ranch is not drinkable. The owners proved plenty of water for everyone.
We enjoyed going to the central kitchen and dining building. It gave us a chance to visit with others and shared what was seen at the national and state park. There was plenty of refrigerator space for our food. They provided a variety of choices for breakfast and had lots of spices on hand to cook with.
The staff is not on sight but they were easy to reach
and very helpful. If you had any questions about your cabin or where to go in town they were available to help you.
5.0
Amazing views and at home feel. This a wonderful place to get away from it all, off the grid.
Thank you!
5.0
Great place to stay reserved three days and decided to stay two more we liked it so much..great sunsets and the stars are magnificent..
5.0
The property was very nice and put together well. The location is a bit remote so make sure to bring your own drinks and snacks but otherwise it is an amazing location with great facilities. Check in and out was seamless.
5.0
We really enjoyed the secluded setting, surrounded by hills and mountains. Very quiet and peaceful. Room was perfect with a thermostat-controlled gas fireplace and comfortable beds and nice sofa. Very peaceful and relaxing.
5.0
Was very nice although road was a little rough and wasn't aware until we got there. Rooms were very nice and Sis was very helpful in setting up our stay as we were out a few days inbetween.
5.0
First, we love the Big Bend area. So, someone would have to mess up really bad to not enjoy your time there. 10 Bits were excellent hosts. The cabins are just as described but considering the desert conditions I was impressed at how nice and comfortable our cabin was (Initially #8 eventually #7). Walk in shower is awesome. The county road was a bit rough, but we were warned prior to our arrival, and our two-wheel drive vehicle handled them just fine (take your time). We did have issues with the a/c in our room, but Sis took care of us immediately and moved us next door. No issues beyond that. She offered to refund us for the inconvenience, but there wasn’t any need for that. It was a minor issue that was quickly remedied. We’ve traveled internationally, and throughout Texas. This is by far our favorite place to be. Ten Bits makes it even more enjoyable. Your nearly roughin’ it, but you still have a comfortable and clean cabin to retreat to at the end of the day. 10 Bits does supply some water, but you really need to bring your own. You’ll use it. We brought 2-(24 ct) cases and 3-gallon jugs. It is dry and hot during the day. I can’t say enough, fantastic views, Hen Egg Mtn is beautiful. The starry skies out there are bigger than I can ever remember seeing in my youth. We spent every evening overwhelmed with the stars and the number of falling stars you see each night. Cowboy, Sis can’t wait to come back. Your property is gem. Thanks for hosting us.
4.0
It was a good experience, the area can be a little sus at night but overall good
5.0
This property has beautiful views of surrounding mountains and amazing star gazing views. Very quiet and secluded on private property.
5.0
If you are looking for a great place to stay in the Terlingua, TX area, Ten Bits Ranch is absolutely wonderful! My wife, my dog, and I just spent four fantastic nights in this recreated Old Wild West town set off the beaten track among some of the most amazing geologic features and incredibly beautiful scenery found anywhere in that part of the state! The two-mile unpaved road to the ranch from highway 118 is a bit rough in places and definitely bumpy, but the scenery along the way is beautiful, captivating, and even jaw-droppingly awesome in places. In keeping with its Old West theme, each of the ranch’s rental units is architecturally designed to resemble buildings often seen in western movies: the Prospector Hotel, Barber Shop, Bank, Gun Shop, School House, Courthouse, etc. The Cantina, a community kitchen and dining area, is fully equipped with everything we needed including dishes and silverware. All we required was our favorite food which we brought with us. The Cantina also gave us an opportunity to get acquainted with our neighbors whom we thoroughly enjoyed. Our hosts, Sis and Cowboy, provided an assortment of complimentary items for breakfast such as waffles, bread, and Keurig coffee. A basket of snacks was always available, and the refrigerator was always stocked with complimentary bottled water. Water in the rental units isn’t potable, but complimentary bottled water is provided in each unit, plus knowing we would be arriving during hot weather and would be spending a lot of time outdoors, we brought several gallons of drinking water with us. Our unit, the Courthouse, was large, clean, wonderfully furnished, extremely comfortable, had wi-fi, and offered incredible views of the magnificent landscape. I enjoy photographing the night sky, and every night offered dazzling views of the Milky Way and/or incredible lightning displays from passing thunderstorms. The first storm had to be the Mother-of-all-Thunderstorms! We absolutely loved it, but not so our dog who spent both storms hiding under one of the beds. I took several fantastic photos of lightning displays and a variety of spectacular photos of the Milky Way with the nearby spired mountains and a vintage pickup truck in the foreground. Our stay at Ten Bits Ranch was one of the most enjoyable vacations we have had! We highly recommend it to anyone looking for an exciting getaway in Big Bend country!
5.0
Fantastic Vacation Getaway!
If you are looking for a great place to stay in the Terlingua, TX area, Ten Bits Ranch is absolutely wonderful! My wife, my dog, and I just spent four fantastic nights in this recreated Old Wild West town set off the beaten track among some of the most amazing geologic features and incredibly beautiful scenery found anywhere in that part of the state! The two-mile unpaved road to the ranch from highway 118 is a bit rough in places and definitely bumpy, but the scenery along the way is beautiful, captivating, and even jaw-droppingly awesome in places. In keeping with its Old West theme, each of the ranch’s rental units is architecturally designed to resemble buildings often seen in western movies: the Prospector Hotel, Barber Shop, Bank, Gun Shop, School House, Courthouse, etc. The Cantina, a community kitchen and dining area, is fully equipped with everything we needed including dishes and silverware. All we required was our favorite food which we brought with us. The Cantina also gave us an opportunity to get acquainted with our neighbors whom we thoroughly enjoyed. Our hosts, Sis and Cowboy, provided an assortment of complimentary items for breakfast such as waffles, bread, and Keurig coffee. A basket of snacks was always available, and the refrigerator was always stocked with complimentary bottled water. Water in the rental units isn’t potable, but complimentary bottled water is provided in each unit, plus knowing we would be arriving during hot weather and would be spending a lot of time outdoors, we brought several gallons of drinking water with us. Our unit, the Courthouse, was large, clean, wonderfully furnished, extremely comfortable, had wi-fi, and offered incredible views of the magnificent landscape. I enjoy photographing the night sky, and every night offered dazzling views of the Milky Way and/or incredible lightning displays from passing thunderstorms. The first storm had to be the Mother-of-all-Thunderstorms! We absolutely loved it, but not so our dog who spent both storms hiding under one of the beds. I took several fantastic photos of lightning displays and a variety of spectacular photos of the Milky Way with the nearby spired mountains and a vintage pickup truck in the foreground. Our stay at Ten Bits Ranch was one of the most enjoyable vacations we have had! We highly recommend it to anyone looking for an exciting getaway in Big Bend country!
5.0
Lovely place to watch the evening skies. Beautiful sunsets. Do not be afraid of only solar power. We had no issues whatsoever.
5.0
Stars Aplenty!
Lovely place to watch the evening skies. Beautiful sunsets. Do not be afraid of only solar power. We had no issues whatsoever.
5.0
Great location
Ten Bit Ranch was perfect for us. We were close to everything and not far from the park. The cabin we stayed in was clean and the place was quiet. We had a small breakfast both mornings we were there and it was great! We look forward to our next stay.
5.0
Easy to find, super clean and the perfect place to unplug! The Cantina was well stocked and the access to a gas grill was just what we needed for dinner there one night. The views from The Courthouse porch are unobstructed and we spent many hours in the rocking chair! Thanks for sharing your property with us!
5.0
Beautiful view
This property has beautiful views of surrounding mountains and amazing star gazing views. Very quiet and secluded on private property.
5.0
The Courthouse
Easy to find, super clean and the perfect place to unplug! The Cantina was well stocked and the access to a gas grill was just what we needed for dinner there one night. The views from The Courthouse porch are unobstructed and we spent many hours in the rocking chair! Thanks for sharing your property with us!
4.0
Amazing
The ranch was so beautiful. Easy to get to and a well set up.
5.0
Great stay!
We had a great time!
4.0
Stay was good, but almost fell out of rocking chair as the back broke. Two chairs were broken. Better quality chairs should be used. Would have like access to ice. Other than that, stay was enjoyable.
4.0
VRBO stay at ten bits ranch. April 2022
Stay was good, but almost fell out of rocking chair as the back broke. Two chairs were broken. Better quality chairs should be used. Would have like access to ice. Other than that, stay was enjoyable.
5.0
Courthouse was absolutely perfect for our visit to Big Bend NP.
5.0
Loved everything about Ten Bits Ranch!
Courthouse was absolutely perfect for our visit to Big Bend NP.
4.0
Big Bend Stay
The views from our room were awesome. Comfortable room. Cateena was well supplied and very handy.
5.0
We stayed in courthouse #8 which has gorgeous views and is spacious and comfortable. The night skies were amazing!! We made our own dinner in the cantina which was very well stocked. And the continental breakfast was good too. A great stay - we will be back! Highly recommend!!
5.0
Ten bits ranch is comfort and beautiful night skies
We stayed in courthouse #8 which has gorgeous views and is spacious and comfortable. The night skies were amazing!! We made our own dinner in the cantina which was very well stocked. And the continental breakfast was good too. A great stay - we will be back! Highly recommend!!
5.0
This was way more than we expected! Every accommodation was provided and the peaceful surroundings made for a great getaway.
5.0
Peaceful
This was way more than we expected! Every accommodation was provided and the peaceful surroundings made for a great getaway.
5.0
Amazing Getaway
Amazing property and back area
5.0
Our family LOVED this cabin (Courthouse #8)! It felt like waking up on the set of a Western movie and the view was nothing less than postcard spectacular. Conveniently located approx 20-25 minutes north of Terlingua and the entrance to Big Bend, this was a nice quiet location off the beaten path. This may be the most "quiet" place I've ever experienced. The solitude was only disturbed only by the sound of distant coyotes while sitting on the porch star gazing in the middle of the night. The cabin itself is "rustic" but very comfortable with everything you need for a good night's sleep. The shared cantina was awesome with complimentary coffee, waffles, bagels, cereal and a full kitchen available for your convenience. Grocery stores are a bit of a drive so I recommend you bringing food with you if you plan to cook a meal for your crew. Overall I give this place 5 Stars. It helped make our first family trip to Big Bend a special memory that will last a lifetime. We look forward to returning soon!
5.0
We had the best time. The property was super cute, clean and perfect!
5.0
Loved it!
We had the best time. The property was super cute, clean and perfect!
5.0
Comfortable Cabin in a Western Setting with an Amazing View!
Our family LOVED this cabin (Courthouse #8)! It felt like waking up on the set of a Western movie and the view was nothing less than postcard spectacular. Conveniently located approx 20-25 minutes north of Terlingua and the entrance to Big Bend, this was a nice quiet location off the beaten path. This may be the most "quiet" place I've ever experienced. The solitude was only disturbed only by the sound of distant coyotes while sitting on the porch star gazing in the middle of the night. The cabin itself is "rustic" but very comfortable with everything you need for a good night's sleep. The shared cantina was awesome with complimentary coffee, waffles, bagels, cereal and a full kitchen available for your convenience. Grocery stores are a bit of a drive so I recommend you bringing food with you if you plan to cook a meal for your crew. Overall I give this place 5 Stars. It helped make our first family trip to Big Bend a special memory that will last a lifetime. We look forward to returning soon!
5.0
great property!
5.0
Great views
We really enjoyed our time here. The property of beautiful and the amenities were great.
5.0
Surprised at how good the view was
Great experience. Like that this casita was set away. Things I would improve that would make awesome to super awesome would be someone cleaning the windows between stays and perhaps a new shower head, the hard water has gotten the best of this one.
5.0
Cozy rooms and breathtaking views!
Sis and Cowboy’s Ranch is a place that needs to be experienced! In my many times going to the region I have never experienced a calm and quiet so beautiful as in the Ten Bits Ranch. The ranch is JUST far enough away from the main road that you are able to really disconnect from everything. The views are breathtaking, the starry nights are mind blowing, and the rooms are cozy as can be! We will definitely be coming back to Ten Bits Ranch ASAP.
5.0
Beautiful views, clean and comfortable rooms, fantastic property set up. Absolutely loved it!
5.0
Amazing desert getaway!
Beautiful views, clean and comfortable rooms, fantastic property set up. Absolutely loved it!
FAQs
How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Big Bend National Park?
The average price for a rental in Big Bend National Park is R 3,516 per night. This rental is R 206 above the average.
Is parking included with this cabin?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #8 - The Courthouse. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cabin?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #8 - The Courthouse pet friendly?
Yes! This cabin is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #8 - The Courthouse?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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