Casita on Arabella Mountain

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Fort Davis, TX

Davis Mountains State Park
9 min drive
McDonald Observatory
13 min drive
Château Wright Winery
34 min drive
Marfa, TX (MRF)
40 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Pet-friendly

Parking included

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

9 Dec - 10 Dec

About this property

Entire place

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

Guest (studio) casita located on Arabella Mtn. in Limpia Crossing, 9 miles from Fort Davis and 8 miles from McDonald Observatory. Cools mornings, pleasant afternoons. The casita has everything you need to get away from it all. Sleep in or have early coffee and watch the wildlife. One can choose to have dinner in town or cook and have a quiet dinner in the casita. Star gazing is beautiful here in the Davis Mountains.

The casita has kitchen/dining area with seating for 4, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, coffee pot. Large walk-in shower with towels, soap, shampoo, hair dryer. Queen bed and a queen Lazy-Boy Slumber Aire sofa sleeper with linens, blankets, pillows. TV with DVD player with DVD's available and DISH TV. Cell phone booster to improve cell service. Playing cards and jigsaw puzzles, books on the area and astronomy available for guests to use. Washer and dryer. Small BBQ grill for your use.

Guests have access to the casita and are able to hike up Arabella Mountain if desired.

During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Davis Mountains State Park. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.

Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and patio
Free WiFi
9 minutes by car from Davis Mountains State Park and 13 minutes from McDonald Observatory

This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Deanna Hebert

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Free WiFi

Parking and transport

On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Toaster
Paper towels
Spices
Blender
Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

1 bedroom
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathrooms

1 bathroom
Shower
Shampoo
Soap
Hairdryer
Towels provided
Toilet paper

Living spaces

Living room
Dining room

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite service
DVD player
Books
Games

Outdoor areas

Patio
Barbecue
Outdoor furniture

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

In the mountains

Things to do

Cycling nearby
Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Casita on Arabella Mountain Fort Davis

Casita on Arabella Mountain Private vacation home

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Casita on Arabella Mountain Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

24 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet, cozy, and clean

This is a great place for visiting the observatory only 10 minutes away or trekking into Ft Davis and the surrounding country.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

20 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Mountainside Getaway

Cozy little house on the side of a mountain! Comfy bed and pillows, nice sized shower so you don't bump your elbows, and far away from any road noise. The neighborhood is Dark Sky friendly, so it's a perfect place to sit outside and see the stars. Building is situated so you get a wonderful view of sunrises and sunsets and, if you're lucky, get to see a storm at the top of the mountain across the valley. We also got to see aoudad, deer, a tarantula crossing the road, and a coyote. The host is welcoming and easy to contact if you need anything. I wish we could have stayed longer! We're both looking forward to coming back soon.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G., Glendale, AZ, USA

14 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay!

This was a great place to stay for peace & quiet in the Fort Davis area and easily accessible. The casita was very clean, spacious, well equipped and had two very comfortable beds. It's very close to the state park as well as the observatory, which is a great place to visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig T.

30 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wake up to a mountain sunrise

We could have chosen to stay in town in a motel room but luckily I found Casita Arabella on a mountainside at 2900’ with living room/bedroom, a spacious dining and well-equipped kitchen, washer/dryer, plus birds and deer on the mountain. No near neighbors, no noise, nice swivel-mounted tv.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard H.

10 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoying the Davis Mountains

A nice property for a couple with a good location on the scenic loop. Great views of surrounding mountains. A good mountain to climb right behind the casita. Casita is well equipped and comfortable. Covered patio on the side was nice. Hosts very friendly and available as needed for questions.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Travelled with group

7 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I loved the view from the house. Very peaceful. The inside of the house was well maintained and cozy. The people who owned the house were very friendly and nice. I would would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loretta H.

30 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

All the comforts of home

This was the perfect place for us. Cozy and comfortable. Quiet and peaceful. Spectacular view. Beautiful weather and pictures. Visits by birds, Javelina and rabbits. Sights to visit. We enjoyed every minute of our stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

22 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely hideaway in the Davis Mountains.

We wanted to be out of the crowds yet near enough to Big Bend, Marfa, and surrounding areas. We found a perfect apartment-style hideaway on Davis Mountain. Big Bend was an easy 2-hour drive away, through magnificent country. Easy to find, the cottage was clean and good order. There was coffee, tea, pots and pans for cooking if we desired. 2 huge muffins greeted our arrival and were the perfect start to the next day's journey to Big Bend. The bed was comfortable; the bathroom, spacious and clean, with a walk-in shower. We will look forward to going back to take in more of the sites we missed this time around. It is an ideal location -- easy to get to and comfortably quiet. The hosts checked on us when we arrived and left us alone with their phone #s "just in case." We highly recommend!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

12 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Casita

We had a lovely stay at this property! The property was comfortable and had everything we needed. The owners were available if needed. The sunrise was beautiful, the stars were spectacular and the property has several resources that talk about the area. We had a pleasant stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

RAYMOND L.

26 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

VERY NICE "HIDEAWAY"

Great location. Conveniently located to McDonald's Observatory, Davis Mt. State Park and a pleasant drive to Terlingua. We should have planned more time to see more of the area. We will probably return with an expanded "to do" list. The Casita was well stocked, clean, and a fun place to stay. Excellent privacy!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittney S.

26 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Sunrises oh my

We had a great stay at the Casita. The place was clean and cozy. Deanna was very welcoming. Entire checkin/out process was easy peasy, the muffins were delish :), and the surises were spectacular!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

steve H.

14 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Retreat

Quiet with beautiful views of mtns. Very nice hosts. Highly recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty F.

3 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary Get Away

We so much enjoyed our stay at the Casita! Everything was perfect -from the beautiful view, the wildlife, the hummingbirds and the pleasant weather. The Casita is also supplied with everything you may need or want during your stay. Thank you Deanna & Lonnie!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glynda Y.

28 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

We enjoyed our stay very much! The house was clean and well maintained. The mountain views were lovely. We came to enjoy the Hummingbird migration through the Ft. Davis area. Not only did the hosts hang up hummingbird feeders so we could watch them from our windows, they contacted a neighbor who had feeders also.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean K.

4 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Cowboy tear

Deanna and her husband were great hosts. Checked in on us to see if we were enjoying our stay and we needed additional towels. We wanted for nothing as our stay was great and the Casita on Arabella was clean and peaceful. Can’t wait to come back. Close to Ft Davis town. Beautiful weather and views at night and in the morning. Thank you Deanna.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James T.

12 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary

Very happy with our accommodations.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

courtney m.

6 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Mcdonald observatory

Great location for our hikes and visit to the star party!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rena S.

19 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place

We loved our stay at the Casita! Pretty spot with lots of wildlife. Javalenas and Barbary sheep in the yard. House was located in spot where it was easy to get to fun activities. Casita was clean, well stocked with everything needed for a fun stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

17 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little place

Excellent location - between Ft. Davis and McDonald Observatory. no road noise. Can climb up the mountain on the property, which is fun. Comfortable beds and climate control. We loved Casita!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

10 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Delightful, Peaceful and Private

The Casita on Arabella was exactly what we had hoped for! The location is perfect and private. The fully equipped kitchen makes it great for mealtime. The views are outstanding and the stars are plentiful. Deanne the host stopped by the first night to check on us. There were binoculars and reclining chairs for us to enjoy the stars. We would love to come and stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

9 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent for stargazing or just visiting

Comfortable, peaceful and private location. Everything you need for a getaway. Location is very convenient to the Observatory and many side trips. Great place for hanging out, making day trips or taking pictures of the stars. Deanna is friendly without being imposing and made sure we had everything we needed for our stay. She gave us great tips for making the most of our trip. Enjoyed the sunrises, sipping on coffee and watching the Barbary sheep . Highly recommended

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Ruth W.

24 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Bright Stars & Abundant Wildlife

We booked this place last minute to attend the Cowboy Poetry Gathering in Alpine. It was easy to find and the roads are good. There were lots of deer and a herd of Barbary sheep ran across the road right in front of us. The sleeping arrangements are comfortable and the shower had great water pressure. There were muffins and coffee as well as the basic necessities in the kitchen. I needed to contact the owner and she responded in a timely manner and was very nice. I would stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leo R.

17 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and peaceful

We had an amazing stay and will be back!! Place was fully stocked and the muffins were amazing!! We star gazed and we're just blown away and all tje astronomy books made it even better..Thank you again for your hospitality!!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathie T.

25 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

McDonald Observatory

Beautiful location.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise T., Plano, TX

20 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

What a view!

The Casita was the perfect size and location for our trip to Ft. Davis and the surrounding area. And the hillside view from the Casita is absolutely stunning! Deanna was a great host: excellent communication, super-clean home, everything we needed! Highly recommend a stay here!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022