Family-friendly vacation rentals in La Joya

Paradise Mountain Villa

This hillside villa sits atop 36 acres of untouched land at 6,000-ft. elevation! Enjoy dark skies & enchanted vistas stretching over 100 miles with 4 real seasons of extraordinary weather. Herds of deer, flocks of turkey, & migrating birds roam freely throughout the landscape. A quick 30-minute drive to nearby Marfa and Alpine, this property is a true secluded paradise where year-round hiking adventures await! NOTE: High speed Starlink Satellite Internet installed and operational (It’s FAST!!!)

Casa de Luna - Desert Sanctuary

Escape to a calm sanctuary under the desert moon and a sky full of stars. Enjoy the sunset and picturesque views from every room of this classy, comfortable home. Watch deer and other wildlife graze just steps away while drinking your morning coffee or evening cocktails from the detached lanai. Your troubles will melt away in the magnificent landscape and pure air. If you wish to explore, Casa de Luna is ideally located for day-trips to Alpine, Marfa, McDonald Observatory, and the Chisos Mtns.

Casa Estrella • Luxury Yurt — Close to the Sky

Climate controlled! What is a Yurt? Yurts originated in Mongolia. The Mongolian people were nomadic, and they took their homes (yurts) with them as they tended to, and traveled, with their livestock. Today yurts are built on a platform & consist of two thick layers of canvas with a layer of insulation in between, and most notably a domed skylight at their center. 5 mins to Alpine, 30 mins to Fort Davis, Marfa, and Marathon. Big Bend Park, Terlingua, & Lajitas are roughly 100 miles away.

Peaceful, Private Garden Casita

This little gem has it's own patio and private garden. It is a two minute walk to the beach - a wide, beautiful, & virtually deserted - lovely for swimming. Yet it is near the center of town, steps away from restaurants and outdoor activity providers. We appreciate that traveling during the pandemic can be daunting. We take cleanliness and sanitation most seriously. We have put a minimum of 2 days between guests. During that time, we will clean, sanitize and ventilate the property.

The Terlingua Bus Stop

Before this bus became your desert retreat, it transported soldiers & athletes—now it’s your turn for an adventure! 🌵✨ Enjoy stunning views, a kitchenette, private indoor & outdoor showers, high-speed Wi-Fi, a covered patio with a gas grill, and space for extra guests ⛺ Explore 57 acres of trails on our property, stargaze, and unwind 🌌 Perfectly located between Big Bend National Park & Big Bend Ranch State Park, with easy access to Terlingua & Lajitas for dining & shopping. 🚐🔥

devils river ark bunkhouse/cabin

the place is remote on the most pristine river in the state of texas, devils river....4X4 VEHICLE RECOMMENDED OR AN ALL WHEEL DRIVE...you will be the only guest, secluded with great water to cool off in, gin clear water, spring water, the devils is fed only by springs and rain.... birders and others bring binoculars, you will be glad...devils river corridor is on the east/west line of bird migration and monarch butterflies.......one of the top birding places n TEX

Remote Off-grid Zen Desert Dome

Welcome to the Dome on Javelina Hill, an off-grid glamping experience on 40 wild acres located 15 miles from Big Bend National Park and 12 miles from Terlingua. Hand-built with purpose and soul, this stay is for travelers seeking more than a place to sleep. Off-grid by design, this stay trades modern luxuries for stars, silence, and the raw beauty of the desert. If you’re craving adventure, connection, and the true Big Bend experience, you’ve found it.

Ranchito Paraiso: Rustic Elegance Farm Stay

Just a quick 3/4 zip off I-10, Kasita Morada is the perfect desert oasis after a long drive or ideal as a weekend getaway or artist’s retreat: a rustic, elegant, artsy casita in a ranch setting, Enjoy afternoon happy hour or your morning beverage with free-roaming donkeys and sweet piggies, surrounded by phenomenal views in a peaceful setting. Kasita has an exotic "Portugal meets Old Mexico" vibe. Come here to work, create, and/or relax.

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Milky Way Run: A Tiny Desert Cabin for Stargazers & Adventurers ★ Cozy 10x12 studio cabin with sleeping loft on 10 acres of private land ★ Located 25 minutes from Big Bend National Park & Terlingua Ghost Town ★ Unmatched stargazing with panoramic views of the Milky Way ★ Ideal for solo travelers or friends/couples seeking a unique desert experience, or young families with children that are comfortable in small spaces.

The Desert Dome @ BNC Farms

Welcome to the Desert Dome! We are located in small village of Chaparral, NM. This is a great spot to get away from the hustle and bustle of life while still having all the city amenities close by. You can find lots of hiking and biking trails in the area. We love furry friends, and would be happy to have your pets here too. There is a fenced in back area for their use. All pets must be leashed if not in the fenced area.

Square Roots Marfa

Just a short, three mile drive from Marfa proper, Square Roots is a perfect balance between minimalist comfort and desert charm. Set back on a five acre property, the 1-bedroom, 1-bath concrete house is surrounded by quintessential West Texas desert views. Enjoy peace, tranquility, nature, and serene views of the Davis Mountains with easy access to everything Marfa has to offer!

Under the Oaks

A beautiful setting with a very comfy and clean home. The house offers a screened in porch from which to watch beautiful sunsets and an outdoor Ramada from which to bird watch, grill or enjoy a glass of wine. Under the Oaks is located under 3 enormous oak trees; hence the name. These beautiful trees offer shade, scenery and homes to many varieties of birds.