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Villa Rica: Adobe 3 Bed, 2 Bath Family Home, Spectacular View, Pets, Secure Yard

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Exterior detail
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Villa Rica: Adobe 3 Bed, 2 Bath Family Home, Spectacular View, Pets, Secure Yard

Join us for a relaxed stay in a comfortable private adobe home, with a secure enclosed yard. It is situated on Comanche Mesa near Lajitas, and has expansive views of the Sierra Rica mountains in Mexico, Mesa de Anguila in the National Park just to the south, and Lajitas Mesa to the north.

The house is a locally-owned, lived-in family home, and we have all amenities to make it a great base for exploring the Big Bend area. We do not use a management company.
Traditional, unpretentious and well-equipped, it has power and water, climate control, wifi, a fully equipped kitchen, gas barbecue, two outdoor porches, and an enclosed yard. We sleep up to 8 in 3 bedrooms with QUEEN beds, plus a double fold-out sofa bed in the living room, and there are two bathrooms.
Ask about our discount if you only need 2 bedrooms, to sleep a max of 6 people. The third bedroom can be locked off from the rest of the house.
This was my French mother-in-law’s much loved home, hence the mid century furniture, and you will notice some French decor, including her intriguing handmade tapestries.

We have stellar views in every direction, and the dark skies of the Big Bend allow spectacular nightly stargazing. The front and back verandahs invite you to hang out, and the enclosed yard means you can let your dog - or child - roam free. Dine inside or out, using our fully equipped homely kitchen and propane BBQ on back porch.

We are only a five minute drive to Lajitas Golf Resort on the banks of the Rio Grande, bring your clubs! There is also a convenient river access five minutes away (just west of Lajitas on Hwy 170) if you wish to take yourselves down to the river for a swim or a paddle. For other activities, based in and near Lajitas are two options of horse-riding stables, and a zip-line adventure.

Easy access to hiking and biking in the Big Bend Ranch State Park with the BBRSP headquarters, the Barton Warnock Centre just a quarter mile from the house. We are 15 minutes to the restaurants and sights of Terlingua, and only 30 minutes to the west entrance of the Big Bend National Park.
Our 5 star reviews from happy guests include:
“Perfect for our needs…”,
“Everything we needed, very well-supplied…”,
“Amazing host…”,
“Super comfy and spotlessly clean…”,
“Spectacular views…”,
“Great location…”,
“Utmost coziness…”,
“Completely stocked, would give more than 5 stars….”,
“Exceptional communication…”

Property manager

Jane

Languages

Dutch, English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Dispose butts into carport trash cans, not inside.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Maximum 2 dogs, acknowledged in time, pay fee.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children under strict supervision only.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No reunions, catering, gatherings, 8 people max.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Map
Lajitas, TX

What's nearby

  • Big Bend Ranch State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Barton Warnock Visitor Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Chisos Mountains - 42 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Mesa de Anguilla - 58 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Santa Elena Canyon - 73 min drive - 53.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Candelilla Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Candellia Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Badlands Saloon - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Rica: Adobe 3 Bed, 2 Bath Family Home, Spectacular View, Pets, Secure Yard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Villa Rica: Adobe 3 Bed, 2 Bath Family Home, Spectacular View, Pets, Secure Yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Rica: Adobe 3 Bed, 2 Bath Family Home, Spectacular View, Pets, Secure Yard?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Rica: Adobe 3 Bed, 2 Bath Family Home, Spectacular View, Pets, Secure Yard located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Big Bend Ranch State Park and Barton Warnock Visitor Center. Rio Grande is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Villa Rica: Adobe 3 Bed, 2 Bath Family Home, Spectacular View, Pets, Secure Yard Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Farrell H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect long weekend in Lajitas
This property is amazing. It is in an ideal location between the state and national parks, allowing access to both. The three rooms were perfect for our group of four people. There are many places to sit outside and enjoy the stars, and the house was well equipped with everything we could need. Jane was amazing - in good communication with us with advice about things to do and places to eat. This was a perfect trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home with Incredible Views
We stayed 4 nights while we explored Big Bend Nat’l and State Parks. Very conveniently located to both. Restaurants in Terlingua-Study Butte short drive. Don’t miss the Starlight. Kitchen well stocked with cooking utensils for preparing meals. Property was very clean. Yard is rocky for tender footed pups but had been forewarned. We were in awe of views from every window. Stay here! You won’t regret it.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!!
We had a great time! It was easy tonfollow the instructions and everything was as advertized. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
It was exactly the home base we needed for our time in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
Lovely villa in a beautiful setting. Owners are quick to respond to questions. Very private with great views of the surrounding hills. Loved the local road runner who darted through twice. :) Quiet neighborhood. Easy drive to BBNP 40 to 50 mins away. Don't miss BB Ranch State Park! Drive south instead of north and at least take in the beautiful scenic drive. Begins only a few miles from the villa. We would highly recommend this property and hope to return and stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philomena H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big Bend getaway
Beautiful rustic home with great view and amenities
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oasis in the desert!
What a great spot out in the Lajitas-area. We absolutely loved our stay and using this house as our home base for a few days of West Texas adventures. Easy access to the State Park, the National Park, the amenities of Lajitas, and Terlingua ghost town.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
This home was perfect for my group and we were so grateful for the dog friendly atmosphere too. Beautiful home and gorgeous view. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Everything was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
So quiet and clean
Exceptionally clean. As advertised. Super quiet w amazing access to state and national parks. Lots of space. It was nice there were a few condiments and spices and soaps provided. Would stay here again if we come back to the area. Jane was excellent. There were even treats and toys for our dog. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ilze M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Desert Getaway
It is a beautiful location close to the parks and dining. The house was clean and well-equipped. We enjoyed the spectacular views and star gazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big bend trip
What a great place. Perfect for us. The house had every thing we needed. Sunrises and sunsets. And stargazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

steven D., Hanalei HI

Liked: Cleanliness
Oasis in Most Beautiful Desert in Country
You couldn’t do better than this comfortable home in unbeatable location. We booked here for a book and then were lucky to be able to extend our stay three more days. AC is necessity and this home had it!!! We’d hike early for several hours and hangout at home during the heat of the day. Let me comment about another recent guest’s venomous complaint about the toilet system. First, the toilets worked perfectly if you follow instructions to only have the waste in toilet and put used TP in closed trash container. Second, there is over ample supply of trash bags so you don’t need to keep the used TP in the bathroom if your nose is over-sensitive. Third, that is how one integrates modern life with arid desert environments. I would have happily stayed here if there had only been pit toilets!! This house has the superb feature of having fully walled yard which was perfect for our dogs. That is such a big bonus.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Debb M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shooting star
The sunset, sunrise and night sky view from the front yard is magnificent! The house is acceptably appointed and quite functional. The third bedroom off the kitchen, former garage, is spacious, but can be noisy from early risers. The toilet system is miserable. No toilet paper is allowed in the toilet. The toilets don’t flush well and don’t handle solid waste efficiently. The location is superb. It’s close to a beautiful drive and a slot canyon hike in Big Bend State Park. That’s a must see. It’s also very close to the national park entrance for easy access. All in all if you can get past the toilet thing it’s a great place to stay. The host is easy to contact and communicates frequently.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brook H., INDIANAPOLIS

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place to stay when visiting Big Bend!
House was so perfect for us! Clean and super comfortable. Loved the covered outdoor patio. Sunsets were unbelievable! Kitchen had everything we needed for cooking in each night. Beds were amazing! Grill was very nice! Loved having the laundry available to use. No complaints! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Yichun C W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A very nice view property
This property's view is very special and beautiful. I love to watch sunrise and sunset from there. I also like how it was decorated. However there were a few things that bother me a lot. It needs a little bit of attention to detail. They are not bad, but I will not give it a five stars. The hangers in the bedrooms don't look good at all. Looks like they are all freebies. The coffee maker was not clean. Tile floor is slippery and some of the tiles are loose. Bed header was cracked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness
March in Lajitas
The house is comfortable with a good kitchen. Outdoor garden areas are exceptional, good for meals outdoors or just finding a nice spot to sit.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning views; this is where you want to stay
Lovely home with everything we needed. Sunrises and sunsets were stunning. We found we loved the quiet Lajitas side of things compared to Terlingua. We were within minutes of the state park, Lajitas, and Terlingua and about 20 minutes from the national park. This is a well cared for property. Jane is a great host and checked in with us frequently. The fenced in desert landscaping was so pretty. What a treat!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

sophie f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property in Big Bend
Had a great time exploring Big Bend from this lovely home. Suited our family of five just fine. Felt like staying in someone’s home rather than a furnished apartment. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Rica Adobe House
The house and property were lovely and clean, and the kitchen was well equipped. It is close to the Lajitas Resort and restaurant, where we had some good breakfasts. We enjoyed the beautiful sunrises and the clear star-filled skies from the nice chairs by the porch. It is great location to explore the Big Bend area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing escape and an awesome host
My wife and I traveled with another couple on a motorcycle trip from Austin to this destination. Jane was an amazing host and guide from before we arrived as well as during our stay. Including helping me find some contacts to help with a mechanical issue. Above and beyond expected. The property is in a magical place with amazing 360 views and a quiet peacefulness. Spent each night relaxing on the patio, watching stars and relaxing. Location minutes from tons of beautiful hiking trails. Looking forward to going back
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Stay Yet
This is our 5th year coming to run the Big Bend Ultra and this property was by far the best we’ve stayed in. We were pleasantly surprised by it’s proximity to the Barton Warnock center, which made it easy since several of us ran different length races. The property is exactly as it is presented and Jane is a very accommodating hostess! We had everything we needed and more, even games, books and movies. The outdoor areas are awesome with lots of comfortable seating in which we star-gazed each evening. I especially loved the hammock! We also appreciated that she responded so quickly to messages and questions. Probably the most excellent surprise was waiting on our furry friend, Jedda! The basket full of balls, toys and treats, as well as the thought behind it, was spectacular and appreciated! Old sheets are provided and it is requested that you throw one on the furniture if you enjoy cuddling with your furry friends! This was unexpected as it wasn’t the typical “Please, keep your animals off the furniture.” This gesture demonstrated that Jane truly wanted us to consider this “home away from home!” We will be back next year! -Jenn Richardson (DFW, TX)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway!
The home was a great starting point for exploring the Big Bend area. Plenty of space for everyone and so handy to have the resort close by for necessities and breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlos R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful House
The location is ideal for either the national or state park. We love Lajitas so it was convenient to the resort. The house is well maintained and supplied. Great sunsets!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L., Alexandria Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Lajitas rental
Highly recommended! The house had everything thing we needed. Jane has thoughtfully provided for your stay and was fabulous with communication. The location is excellent- quiet, scenic and walkable to the Lajitas store and trails, including one trail into the National Park. It is a half mile from the Barton Warnock Ranger Station and the Contrabando trails in the State Park. Very, very clean and as pictured.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022