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The Dragonfly Cottage - Downtown

Unwind in your own secret hideaway right in downtown Alpine and explore nearby Marfa's minimalist art scene or Fort Davis' McDonald Observatory.

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 215 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €163
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Dragonfly Cottage - Downtown

Tiny Cottage - Located in the heart of downtown Alpine, Texas, this separate, diminutive cottage (1 room and bath) was a teeny office (168sf) back in the day! The bed is only a 3/4 bed ( wider than a twin, but less wide than a double)!

The TINY cottage is situated downtown, behind the locally owned salon and barber shop, Americana. Enjoy the Backyard, adjacent to the Dragonfly Cottage!

Hidden right in the middle of downtown, these guest cottages were formerly the secret hideaways of various owners, luminaries, celebrities, and occasional scalawags.

This tiny guest cottage is a great budget friendly alternative! The cottage sleeps two very friendly folks, or a single. This unit was actually the old doc's private, stand alone office behind his home and next to his hospital (the home is now Americana Salon, and the hospital is an office building)...best trip to the doctor's office you will ever have, possibly! Note that the cottage IS TINY, and has a 3/4 size bed! The bath has a generous size shower!

DIRECTIONS - The Dragonfly Cottage is located behind the Americana Hotel. It is a tiny freestanding building with the numbers 104 in gold on the front.

You have access to everything in the unit as well as the large courtyard outside adjacent to the Lofts accommodations.

A key code makes self check-in simple!

Alpine is located at "the hub of the wheel" and the neighboring communities of Marfa (West/huge minimalist art scene:Donald Judd), Marathon (East/Gage Hotel), Fort Davis (North: McDonald's Observatory/Historic Fort) are approx. 20 minutes away in any given direction.
-Sul Ross State University is about 8 blocks east on Holland
-There are also some great hiking trails behind the university that give you an amazing 360 view of the country (15-20 minutes up)
-Star Gazing party at McDonald's Observatory in Fort Davis about 45 minutes away.
-Big Bend National Park/the Mexican border are about 45 minutes south.
-Amtrak Train is just a block away

All you'll need is your two front feet to explore the cute shops and restaurants in town.

The train rolls through town a few times a day. It can be a bit noisy, but ear plugs are provided with each stay for those who are light sleepers!
Pet friendly - $40 flat rate pet fee.
**Please Note** Pets may not be left unattended in rooms if they cause noise or disturb the peace by barking. Thank you!
Additional fees will apply if pets cause damage to the rooms.
Please wash dishes - $15 additional cleaning fee if dirty dishes are left.

No smoking (of ANY SUBSTANCE) in unit. A charge of $100 will be added for smoking in the lofts.

Please be mindful of your neighbors.

Otherwise, have a great time!

Property manager

Bienvenido Big Bend

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 161 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Dragonfly Cottage
The Dragonfly 1 Of 5 Listings
Dragonfly Cottage · 1 of 5 Listings Downtown
The Dragonfly Cottage (1 of 5 listings downtown!) Alpine
The Dragonfly Cottage (1 of 5 listings downtown!) Apartment
187135

About the area

Map
Alpine, TX

What's nearby

  • Big Bend Regional Medical Center - 1 min walk
  • Kiowa Gallery - 4 min walk
  • Sul Ross State University - 14 min walk
  • Kokernot Park - 2 min drive
  • Kokernot Field - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • Alpine Station - 4 min walk
  • Marfa, TX (MRF) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Alicia's Mexican Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dragonfly Cottage - Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this mobile home allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Dragonfly Cottage - Downtown?

As of 23 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dragonfly Cottage - Downtown on 24 Feb 2025 start from €163.13, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Dragonfly Cottage - Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Where is The Dragonfly Cottage - Downtown located?

Situated in Alpine, this mobile home is within a 5-minute walk of Big Bend Regional Medical Center and Kiowa Gallery. Museum of the Big Bend and Sul Ross State University are also within 15 minutes. Alpine Station is only a 4-minute walk.

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The Dragonfly Cottage - Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Great location
Quiet and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Anthony

Cottage was small but cozy. Side yard needs mowing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Cute Comfortable Cottage
Perfect for one person or two people who really like each other. This cottage is cute, comfortable, clean and convenient, with plenty of natural light. The high ceilings helped to make a small space feel more roomy. The floor is cool, so I recommend slippers for winter. I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Too small and UNCOMFORTABLE
Bed was not even a double but a twin+ Shabby and very makeshift. Very disappointing- my husband and I could not both move around this tiny little playhouse.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bren O.

Great time here Perfect vacation.
It was great 👍.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla W.

Convenient Location
I enjoyed my stay at the Dragonfly Cottage. It is, as described, a small cottage in downtown Alpine. It is the perfect size for one person or one person and a pet. It was very clean and the hosts were kind and responsive. They had made a couple of updates since the photos were taken and I was pleasantly surprised with the fridge, microwave, and entire cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kalyn W.

Cute little place to stay with great location
Easy checkin process and stay and the guide that was sent was helpful. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackson K.

Amazing little place served as my home base to explore West Texas!
Easy, affordable, and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tommy H.

Just what I needed
Small but functional room for one traveler. Very convenient walk to Alpine shops and restaurants. Good kickoff point for Marfa, Marathon, Terlingua/BBNP. Only caution, train whistles through on tracks across the street, price of being right in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Exactly what I wanted.
I wanted an affordable stay to use as a base for a solo motorcycle trip. Alpine is the perfect hub for side trips to Big Bend, Marfa, The Davis Mountains/McDonald Observatory, etc. The Drafonfly cottage is small, and I did hear trains, but none of that bothered me. I slept right through the night. Both the size and the train noise are clearly/accurately stated in the description. The property is within easy walking distance of restaurants/bars/food trucks. (Maria’s food truck was the best) The best value in Alpine.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Great place, great price
Small, simple, affordable place to stay while doing day trips to Big Bend. Shockingly big shower for size of place, Aveda products are nice bonus. Bed is small but it is listed as such, so expect lots of snuggles with your bed partner. 10 out of 10, would stay again. Train noise didn’t bother us.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jerrod K.

Small But Great
Right in the middle of Alpine. Great location. Parking is easy. Great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela A.

Suited the purpose
Was a working trip where all we needed was a place to shower and sleep - it was perfect! Loved the relaxed atmosphere and enjoyed drinking our Terlingua Blend coffee out on the patio.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Great location!!
Very cozy!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina D.

Very enjoyable, clean and comfortable
We enjoyed the peace and quiet ,nice location
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tommy H.

Tiny but ideal for one traveler.
Very conveniently located with downtown shops, restaurants and grocery within a few blocks. On site parking is tight and awkward egress but not an issue with plenty of room on the street. Small bed but comfortable. Inexpensive base for Big Bend area exploration.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Very nice
Exactly what I was looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020