Vacation rentals in Marathon

Casa La Vista ~ A Simple Getaway

Three minutes from the heart of Marathon, Texas, there's a retreat that's unforgettable. From sunrise to sunset, the landscape is alive with wildlife and a peaceful quiet that will calm your mind and soothe your soul. Walk out onto the covered patio to observe birds, butterflies, geckos, turtles and frogs in your own private preserve. Unwind to a view that goes on forever. Big Bend National Park is only 60 miles away. Alpine and Marfa offer shopping just a few miles to the west. Hiking, biking, shopping, restaurants and friendly folks make your stay at Casa La Vista your west Texas getaway for keeps. Arrive at Casa La Vista and be impressed by a rustic exterior. Inside all the comforts of home await you! Sweet 2 bedroom casita, with one full bath, full and stocked kitchen, fireplace. Pond outside presents fantastic bird and wildlife watching. A peaceful quiet that will calm your mind and soothe your soul. Nightly rental price listed includes 13% Texas and Brewster County occupancy tax.

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.

Snug Harbor “Not all those who wander are lost”

“Snug Harbor” Situated on the NE side of Marathon, Texas. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a large kitchen with appliances, a washer/dryer, DirectTv, SiriusXM, and WiFi compliment this house. A huge comfortable porch equipped with dining room table and chairs, sitting area with a sofa bed, and a 3 burner gas grill. A large upper deck (crows nest) With Adirondack chairs, hammock and a table to enjoy both sunrises and sunsets! A spectacular panoramic view of the Glass and Del Norte Mountains..

Bunkhouse @ Cottonwood Station

Large efficiency with loft, 1 bath, 4 beds. Three blocks behind Gage Hotel. Fiber Wi-Fi. Queen & double downstairs, 2 twins in loft. Keypad. Full kitchen with large fridge, Chambers stove, toaster oven & microwave. Coffee maker & coffee, Washer& dryer w/detergent, UBS ports. Direct TV (no Fox). Front yard and porch, shaded side patio, screen back porch w/hammock , grill & BBQ smoker. All fenced. Pet friendly with conditions. Half block walk to wide sunset views. Free framable Big Bend map.

Sweet Adobe Home

This sweet adobe home from the 1950s is nestled in a garden of fruit trees and succulents. A private patio has a ramada (covered patio) and is perfect for outdoor dining, BBQ and stargazing. The home was lovingly renovated and maintained by my parents for 25 years. Beautiful tiled floors, furniture and outdoor touches reflect their love of Mexico. Marathon is an eclectic, rural town in the heart of the Marathon Basin and a great place to explore the region, be it Big Bend, Ft. Davis or Marfa.

Sunset Ranch, acre lot facing open high desert

Sunset Ranch is an acre lot at the far southeast corner of Marathon, TX that backs up to the ranch land facing south that provides unobstructed views of sunrises and sunsets from the 700 sf covered porch. Marathon is a quaint west Texas town with a public park, gardens, restaurants and shopping. It also has a level 1 night sky rating for star gazing. Located 40 minutes from Big Bend National Park entrance, this is a launch point to explore the national park and other parks and communities.

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.

La Cochera Private Apartment - No Cleaning Fee

Relax in this cozy, calm, and stylish space. One bedroom with a private entrance and private bath. A 3 minute drive from the town center or a nice 15 minute walk. 1 hour drive to Big Bend National Park, 1 hour to McDonald Observatory, and 30 minutes to Marfa. The ideal capacity for the apartment is 2 adults and one child. The fold out futon-style chair is best suited for a child or small teenager. Quiet neighborhood, dark skies preserve. No cleaning fee! Blackout curtains throughout.

New! The Wild West Cozy Container Home

This tiny house has all the amenities of an upscale hotel room yet with unique and exquisite design and decor. A queen size bed with a super-comfy Tuft and Needle mattress will help you fall asleep fast. A full size shower and bathroom is snuggled into the unit and has endless hot water! For your morning coffee a Keurig and K-cups are provided along with a microwave for heating up your popcorn in the evening. Climb up to the rooftop deck for stargazing or your morning coffee.

Na Bolom @ La Loma del Chivo (The Goat Hill)

This structure was designed and built partially by the same artisan who did a good bit of the foundational work on Eve's Garden, one of the best examples of 'papercrete' building world wide and located in north Marathon. This building, named 'Na Balom' or 'Jaguar House' in Mayan was constructed in the manner of the ubitious conical structures in Southern Italy, all through desert communities in the Middle East, Africa and is comfortable for two.

Small stand alone unit with vistas of the desert.

This small studio size unit is just a stones through down the road from 385 going in Big Bend Park. You will be able to access all of the neat places that are of interest in this area as we are right on Hwy 90. The unit is just been remodeled with all new and I'm sure you will find this small space to be comfortable.

Stardust Corral - 1920s Adobe Home in Marathon TX

Welcome home to the Stardust Corral. This wonderfully updated home is located in Marathon, Texas - the gateway to Big Bend National Park. The 1920's adobe home has been lovingly restored as a West Texas retreat with modern amenities. 2 Bedrooms / 1 Bathrooms / Horse Corral.