Rancho Mula Oso: Enjoy Unparalleled Outdoor Space
About this house rental
Situated in Big Bend National Park, this lovely house for $286 per night is a great choice for your next trip. Summary: Rancho Mula Oso: Spacious and Relaxing Terlingua Vacation Rental Home. Unparalleled Outdoor Space. • Fantastic Views, Large Porches & Patios • Relax Outside Comfortable Deck Furniture • Large Kitchen and Living Room. Two TVs • Large TVs in Living Room and Master • Covered Parking, Books, Artifacts & Art The Space: EXTRA FEES MAY APPLY. These might not appear in quote and will be added if applicable. Dog Fee: $150 for one or two dogs. No more than two dogs allowed. Extra Space Cleaning Fee: $85 per stay if the Bunkhouse is added. The detached Bunkhouse is required for groups larger than six or optional for any groups wanting extra space. This spacious home Terlingua vacation rental home near Big Bend National Park has excellent mountain views, lots of room inside and out, and easy access to area attractions. Outdoor Comfort and Enjoyment: Since you didn’t travel to the Big Bend to sit inside, let’s talk about the outdoor space first. A large fire ring with relaxing chairs. A front porch that is open to the star-filled skies. At split-level, covered rear porch for grilling, outdoor dining, and relaxed seating. A sky view deck extending from the rear porch with comfortable lounges for enjoying the dark skys. A detached deck about 100’ away from the house with lounges for a bit of distance from the rest of the group. Hammock patio with several hammocks for watching the skies or catching some ZZZZZs. Indoor Comfort and Space: The comfortable three-bedroom home has large living room, full kitchen, and dining room. The master suite has a king bed and private bath with a shower and a garden tub. The second bedroom has a queen bed and the third bedroom has two twins. The guest bathroom has a tub/shower combo. Bunk House for Extra Space: The nearby bunk house has a full bed and a twin bunk bed, kitchenette, and bathroom with shower. It can be added for groups of seven to ten or any groups that just want some extra space. The only extra charge will be a small cleaning fee. The owners have Native American artifacts, an expansive rock collection, and locally inspired art displayed throughout the house. Views include Christmas Mountains, Hen Egg Mountain, numerous rock formations, and many other hills and mountains. Water and feed is provided for the abundant wildlife. Sit out on the front or back porches or patios and enjoy the fantastic views while watching birds, quail, mule deer, aoudads, lizards, and lots of other wildlife. Enjoy the sights and smells of the desert plant life such as ocotillo, several varieties of flowering cactus, creosote, agave, sotol, yuccas, wildflowers, and native grasses. Take a walk around the property for a closer look at the desert. At night, turn off the lights and be amazed by the Big Bend night skies. Cook out on the gas grill while enjoying total solitude and privacy. Inside the house, enjoy all modern comforts, including central air and heat, full kitchen, two baths, three comfortable bedrooms, cozy dining area, spacious living room, satellite TV in the living room and master bedroom, wireless internet, and a full sized washer and dryer. Rancho Mula Oso is an ideal vacation property. Hang out in comfort inside or outside. Enjoy the remote property with desert plant, wildlife, and views. You'll never have to leave the property. But, you'll probably want to check out Big Bend National Park, Big Bend Ranch State Park, the Rio Grande River, Terlingua Ghost Town, or just enjoy a scenic drive. Do as much or as little as you like. Either way, you will want to come back. Due to concerns from neighbors and potential liability, we must prohibit discharge of any firearms on the property for any reason. Guest Access: The whole house and the acreage is exclusively yours. The bunkhouse will remain vacant unless you have added it to your rental. If you would like to add this space, let us know. Interaction with Guests: We manage several properties and live a few miles away. We are available by phone, text, email, or messages through Airbnb. We are typically only on site for cleaning or maintenance issues.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Garden
Map of Big Bend National Park, TX
Reviews
4.9/5.0
Outstanding(157 Reviews)
5.0
Property is clean and is just as described. Will definitely be coming back.
5.0
Better than we expected! The owners are awesome! The house was spotless. The location is excellent. Perfect vacation rental to explore the Big Bend area.
4.0
Comfortable and great location. Thanks!
4.0
I would recommend this property but if you're not an experienced motorcycle rider the .2 miles of gravel road might be a little too uncomfortable for some
5.0
This was my second time to stay at Rancho Mula Osa near Big Bend National Park. The place is spacious enough for 6 people and clean. The best parts are the outdoor spaces including the large back deck and hammocks for seeing the stars and the proximity to the park. I will consider it again when I am in Big Bend!
4.0
Hey guys! --we much enjoyed our stay at Rancho Mula Oso. I (Bob) especially liked the eclectic art and artifact display around the house. We also were pleased with wandering the grounds in the spring desert "flower garden" as the desert opened its blooms for us. Bob climbed the hill behind the house, even though unsure whose property it was. Overall, our experience was very fine indeed. Please see the following suggestions as improvements, not criticisms.
(1) Even though we did not really need the “bunkhouse” since 2 of our group could not make the trip, the absence of directions to find the key was disconcerting.
(2) We were a bit lucky to happen onto the correct 2 of 4 remotes to generate TV visuals from your video receiver. Some instruction hard copy on which remote to use and how to use would be helpful.
(3) More generally, simple hard copy instructions on how to use appliances would help. For example, only after trial-and-error did we find the proper procedures for the stove top - it might be dangerous if others use improper procedures; another example is the land-line telephone which we did not even try to set up.
(4) Garbage protocol -- we can only hope we did the correct thing by loading up the inside garbage containers.
(5) Your alert on avoiding others' property does not work since we could not discern where Rancho Mula Oso's property began and ended. Even your entry to the driveway was not obvious, including one guide who has lived most of his lif
5.0
We had a wonderful stay at this property. It was clean, large, well furnished, well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds and awesome outside areas. The purpose of our trip was to visit Big Bend National Park and this home provided a great location for that. We loved coming home after a long day of hiking and relaxing at this nice property. We would stay here again for sure!
5.0
We had a wonderful visit to Terlingua. The house was perfect for our group of 8. My husband and I really enjoyed the trailer! The outdoor space is fantastic. The property is really beautiful. We were so sad when we had to leave.
5.0
Great location close to Big Bend NP. The house met our needs perfectly, especially appreciated the well stocked kitchen. Communication with the property manager about directions, what to expect, what to bring was very helpful.
5.0
Great location close to Big Bend NP. The house met our needs perfectly, especially appreciated the well stocked kitchen. Communication with the property manager about directions, what to expect, what to bring was very helpful.
5.0
We loved this place! Surrounded by gorgeous desert and hills right behind the house to hike on. We saw a large group of javelina there, and several bunnies. The 7 hammocks out back are absolutely genius for stargazing. Great outdoor furniture and space to eat and relax. Great fire pit with firewood provided. Trade off of only being 10 min from Terlingua is we could hear some road noise. Plenty of space, but there is a next door house in plain view (in case you’re looking for complete isolation). Beds were comfortable. House is simple but clean and well stocked. Would definitely highly recommend.
5.0
We loved this place! Surrounded by gorgeous desert and hills right behind the house to hike on. We saw a large group of javelina there, and several bunnies. The 7 hammocks out back are absolutely genius for stargazing. Great outdoor furniture and space to eat and relax. Great fire pit with firewood provided. Trade off of only being 10 min from Terlingua is we could hear some road noise. Plenty of space, but there is a next door house in plain view (in case you’re looking for complete isolation). Beds were comfortable. House is simple but clean and well stocked. Would definitely highly recommend.
5.0
This is our second stay at Rancho Mula Oso, and it did not disappoint. We enjoyed the outdoor deck for visiting and the hammocks and viewing decks were perfect for amazing views of the Milky Way. Janet and Daryl were great hosts and all the processes from reservation through checkout were a breeze.
5.0
Our group of 3 had a great stay at this house. Plenty of space with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Great outdoor space for stargazing. The property is only 5 minutes from Terlingua with some good restaurants and 10 min from the beginning of Big Bend. It’s about 45 min to Chisos Basin which was an easy and pretty drive. Communication with the property manager was excellent and we had no issues during our stay. The tap water at the home is not potable. This was not an issue for us at all because they provide plenty of bottled water for drinking, cooking, etc but I could see how some might find that more troubling. I would definitely recommend this property!
5.0
Our group of 3 had a great stay at this house. Plenty of space with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Great outdoor space for stargazing. The property is only 5 minutes from Terlingua with some good restaurants and 10 min from the beginning of Big Bend. It’s about 45 min to Chisos Basin which was an easy and pretty drive. Communication with the property manager was excellent and we had no issues during our stay. The tap water at the home is not potable. This was not an issue for us at all because they provide plenty of bottled water for drinking, cooking, etc but I could see how some might find that more troubling. I would definitely recommend this property!
5.0
Communication with the host was very good in timeliness and content. We could not have asked for a better location close to Big Bend and Terlingua. The backyard with multiple decks, hammocks and seating areas was great to enjoy sunrises and sunsets as well as star gazing. We used the gas grill and the kitchen to cook multiple meals for 6 and had what we needed to do so.
The air conditioner was outstanding and more than kept up with the August heat.
The only real negative was the smell of the well water used to bathe. Otherwise a great experience!
5.0
Communication with the host was very good in timeliness and content. We could not have asked for a better location close to Big Bend and Terlingua. The backyard with multiple decks, hammocks and seating areas was great to enjoy sunrises and sunsets as well as star gazing. We used the gas grill and the kitchen to cook multiple meals for 6 and had what we needed to do so.
The air conditioner was outstanding and more than kept up with the August heat.
The only real negative was the smell of the well water used to bathe. Otherwise a great experience!
5.0
Great location with a fantastic patio and back yard. Everyone had a hammock to gaze at the stars.
5.0
Perfect Getaway
Great location with a fantastic patio and back yard. Everyone had a hammock to gaze at the stars.
5.0
We were 6 guys on motorcycles & we’re concerned about dirt road but House/property was exactly as manager described. Had no problem. House was perfect for our group. Daryl, the manager, was accessible and very accommodating.
5.0
Spot on Listing
We were 6 guys on motorcycles & we’re concerned about dirt road but House/property was exactly as manager described. Had no problem. House was perfect for our group. Daryl, the manager, was accessible and very accommodating.
5.0
Unbeatable location about 20 min from the park entrance and also a close drive to town. House itself was very clean and had incredible views from the back porch.
5.0
We have stayed everywhere in the Terlingua-Study Butte area oner the last 10 plus years. Ranging from the Lajita Resort to some "unique" places to the wonderful Laughing Horse Ranch to this property. Of all of them, this place had the best outside spaces including a wonderful fire pit, provided wood, great patio space, hammocks, back and front porches, and a breezeway between the main home and the wonderful rustic travel trailer addition. Sprinkled inside and out with eclectic art pieces, our grandchildren loved identifying the metal animals scattered outdoors on the property.
Inside was clean, Internet was great, and there were ample TVs in the living room and bedrooms (although we didn't use them!). The kitchen, laundry area, and whole house were great. We loved the mission recliners in the living room. Going to have to think about getting some of those!
We will definitely try to stay here again if it's available when we visit next. Great hosts, great communication, wonderful experience.
5.0
Excellent location and great accommodations
Unbeatable location about 20 min from the park entrance and also a close drive to town. House itself was very clean and had incredible views from the back porch.
5.0
What a Great Experience
We have stayed everywhere in the Terlingua-Study Butte area oner the last 10 plus years. Ranging from the Lajita Resort to some "unique" places to the wonderful Laughing Horse Ranch to this property. Of all of them, this place had the best outside spaces including a wonderful fire pit, provided wood, great patio space, hammocks, back and front porches, and a breezeway between the main home and the wonderful rustic travel trailer addition. Sprinkled inside and out with eclectic art pieces, our grandchildren loved identifying the metal animals scattered outdoors on the property.
Inside was clean, Internet was great, and there were ample TVs in the living room and bedrooms (although we didn't use them!). The kitchen, laundry area, and whole house were great. We loved the mission recliners in the living room. Going to have to think about getting some of those!
We will definitely try to stay here again if it's available when we visit next. Great hosts, great communication, wonderful experience.
5.0
We were looking for a place with great outdoor spaces for visiting and relaxing in the late afternoons after hiking in Big Bend, and then setting up our telescope to capture the night skies of Big Bend. Got some amazing pictures of the Orion Nebula, Andromeda Galaxy, Pleiades and much more. Rancho Mula Oso was perfect, and did not disappoint!
5.0
Perfect for relaxing afternoons and amazing night skies
We were looking for a place with great outdoor spaces for visiting and relaxing in the late afternoons after hiking in Big Bend, and then setting up our telescope to capture the night skies of Big Bend. Got some amazing pictures of the Orion Nebula, Andromeda Galaxy, Pleiades and much more. Rancho Mula Oso was perfect, and did not disappoint!
5.0
This home is at a location that could not be better! Excellent view of a mountain, wonderful sky and several great sitting areas to be used. We hiked every morning and then enjoyed family time. It was great.
5.0
Great Location
This home is at a location that could not be better! Excellent view of a mountain, wonderful sky and several great sitting areas to be used. We hiked every morning and then enjoyed family time. It was great.
4.0
2-night stay, comfortable accommodations, great property, house systems (A/C, appliances, plumbing) all in good working order. Lots to enjoy onsite.
4.0
Dads and Teens
2-night stay, comfortable accommodations, great property, house systems (A/C, appliances, plumbing) all in good working order. Lots to enjoy onsite.
4.0
Overall house is great--location is perfect. House could use an update on blinds, kitchen stuff etc etc.
But mostly we loved it
4.0
Big Bend
Overall house is great--location is perfect. House could use an update on blinds, kitchen stuff etc etc.
But mostly we loved it
5.0
We loved the space and views for birding and stargazing. The proximity to Big Bend made it possible to go to the park daily. We enjoyed grilling out and sunset walks at night. There was plenty of space to spread out. The property is closer to the main turn off than the GPS indicates so arriving at night would make it challenging to find.
5.0
Porch Views and stargazing were lovely
We loved the space and views for birding and stargazing. The proximity to Big Bend made it possible to go to the park daily. We enjoyed grilling out and sunset walks at night. There was plenty of space to spread out. The property is closer to the main turn off than the GPS indicates so arriving at night would make it challenging to find.
5.0
Best place for star gazing I've seen. It's outside of town (like Terlingua is THAT big anyway!). The back porch is set up nicely for the Texas heat and perfect for checking out the Milky Way.
5.0
The property (without use of bunk house) was spacious and comfortable for the five of us, all adults. Inside the living and dining room areas easily provided areas to relax; however we preferred to be on the porch outside since the weather was perfect and the views gorgeous. The beds were all comfortable and the bedding soft and clean. The house has a lot of decor that may be a problem if you have toddlers that want to touch everything, we found it fascinating (cool rocks and things).You can see neighboring houses but they are distant enough. We did not deploy the hammocks, instead we used the table and lounge chairs which were clean and comfortable. The ridge line behind the property was great for exploring and provided an extra delight of mysterious lights that drifted downward in the dark moonless part of the night. The stars were bright (deep in the heart of Texas). We brought fire wood purchased in Alpine (stopped on the way in for food) but the property has wood available for $2 a log in case you want to make a campfire in the pit provided.The kitchen had everything needed to warm up pre-made and easy cooked dinners and breakfasts. The property supplied plenty of water to use for cooking and drinking. The hosts advise not to use the tap water except for bathing/dishes. The water from the tap had a sulfur odor that the hosts helped us minimize. Beyond the smell the only other water issue is that it leaves your hair feeling unclean - I recommend bringing a purifying shampoo if that is something that would bother you.The house is off a dirt road that a sedan can easily navigate. It is close to Terlingua and the National and State parks.We've been to this area many times over the past 30 years. It has grown and now has many accommodation choices. This has been our favorite of all those we've stayed in mostly because of the comfortableness and the amazing porches/outside areas. Morning coffee and yoga with the sunrise has never been so delightful and magical. I would love to live here, if only I didn't have a life and job elsewhere.
5.0
Great for star gazing!
Best place for star gazing I've seen. It's outside of town (like Terlingua is THAT big anyway!). The back porch is set up nicely for the Texas heat and perfect for checking out the Milky Way.
5.0
My wife & I stayed for 2 weeks of hiking in the national & state parks. Great location - Just 1/4 mile off of the highway, only 15 minutes from the west entrance to the national park, Study Butte for supplies, Terlingua, etc...but also very quiet & private. Wonderful outdoor space as advertised. Many different sitting areas either in sun or shade with great desert views. Fire pit was nice on cool evenings. Interior furnishings are basic, but certainly adequate & comfortable. We had a minor problem with the stove when we arrived, but the property manger (Daryl) promptly came out & corrected it. Overall, the perfect basecamp for our Big Bend hiking adventure.
5.0
This property is gorgeous! It allowed my family and I plenty of space inside and outside. The property is well maintained and provided all the amenities that were needed. Stargazing was a magnificent bonus. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your beautiful vacation rental!
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 $199 per night. This rental is $87 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Rancho Mula Oso: Enjoy Unparalleled Outdoor Space. 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 Rancho Mula Oso: Enjoy Unparalleled Outdoor Space pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Rancho Mula Oso: Enjoy Unparalleled Outdoor Space?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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