Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #1 (The Bank) - Reviews, Photos & Rates

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December 2024

January 2025

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Host

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 430 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Breakfast included

Outdoor space

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Terlingua, TX

Many Stones
19 min drive
Big Bend National Park
28 min drive
Santa Elena Canyon
71 min drive

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Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

for 1 apartment

includes taxes & fees

1 Jan - 2 Jan

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

Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #1 (The Bank)

Big Bend National Park and Big Bend State Park area lodging with a unique West Texas old town experience.
Ten Bits Ranch has some of the most beautiful views in the Big Bend region of Texas.
The rugged off grid Ten Bits Ranch site was chosen for its breathtaking views of the dark sky stars, red craggy rocks and the beautiful sunrise and sunset over the surrounding mountains.
Guests of Ten Bits Ranch may hike and explore over 550 private acres of Ten Bits Ranch land at their leisure. Ten Bits Ranch is your own personal National Park without all the rules and restrictions of hiking the public land.
Guests may have a complimentary self-serve continental breakfast or prepare your own meal 24/7 in the full guest kitchen and dining area in the shared Cantina space.
Ten Bits Ranch is just (20) minutes from the Big Bend National Park entrance and (20) minutes from the historic Terlingua Ghost Town. Ten Bits Ranch is (20) minutes from local activities like the Big Bend rafting companies, Big Bend Stables horseback riding and the local bars & restaurants like the famous La Kiva Restaurant & Bar, Longdraw Pizza, Starlight Theatre, DB’s Rustic Iron BBQ, Chili Pepper Cafe and High Sierra Bar & Grill.
Ten Bits Ranch is (35) minutes from the amazing Big Bend Ranch State Park and the beautiful Lajitas Golf Resort.
Ten Bits Ranch has everything that you need to be comfortable (WiFi, AC, gas & electric heat, satellite television). The entire property is off grid and powered by the one of the largest (57.6 kW) privately owned solar power systems in Texas.
Experience REAL West Texas off grid living in the Big Bend region with your own off grid oasis and 550-acre private park.
Hike and explore right outside your room without the rules and limitations of the public parks. Hike with your pet, bring your ATV or motorcycle, build a fire, visit our shooting range, hike to the Apache Indian Cave or just have a drink, smoke a cigar or read a book on the porch or by the firepit and look at the beautiful mountains on the hotel property. Let the hundreds of acres and nearly complete freedom create a unique Big Bend experience.
Ten Bits Ranch has some of the best views of the famous Big Bend stars. Since Ten Bits Ranch is completely off grid and located on 550 private acres, there are no neighbors and no ground lights to obscure the perfectly dark night sky.
The amazing solitude is extremely quiet and peaceful day or night. If you come to Ten Bits Ranch when the moon cycle is dark, after 20 minutes (for your eyes to adjust), the stars will appear to surround you like a blanket. Be sure to watch for shooting stars. There is a shooting star in view at Ten Bits Ranch almost every week. Ten Bits Ranch offers a truly private, unique, off grid, dark sky star gazing experience that few people have the opportunity to see in person. The craggy Chimney Rock Mountain blocks out a beautiful black jagged silhouette in the blanket of stars.
Well-behaved pets (and well-behaved people) are welcome at Ten Bits Ranch. Hike and explore at your leisure with both your 2 and 4 legged friends.
Thank you for considering Ten Bits Ranch for your Big Bend Adventure. Wherever you choose to stay, the Big Bend area is a wild, unique and a truly beautiful place that is well worth the trip.
Don’t just take our word for it, see what previous guests are saying in our reviews.

The Bank (Room #1) is a private hotel room with 2 king beds, air conditioning, gas log fireplace, WIFI, satellite television, mini refrigerator, microwave and a private bath, all in an old Western town setting.
The Ten Bits Ranch Bank (Room #1) is part of an old West town themed setting. There is a Bank, Schoolhouse, Gun Shop, General Store, Steakhouse, Hattery, Gazette, Courthouse, Saloon, Hotel, Barber Shop, Saddle shop and Jail.
There are several shared fire pits on Ten Bits Ranch, including one near the Bank (Room #1). There is a guest shared Cantina dining area with a full kitchen for your use. You may save a significant amount of time and money while in Big Bend by preparing your own meals in the shared Cantina kitchen.
Enjoy some of the best star and mountain views in Big Bend all while staying in a real West Texas off grid setting.

***Please note: This room has been upgraded and now has 2 KING sized beds***

This cabin features free breakfast. The cabin includes amenities such as a fireplace and a patio.

Air-conditioned cabin with fireplace, patio, and living room
Free breakfast offered
10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Many Stones and 14.6 mi (23.4 km) from Big Bend Library

Free breakfast is available.

This Terlingua cabin is smoke free.

Guests are served free breakfast.

Property manager

Sis

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

WiFi available

Parking and transport

On-site parking

Food and drink

Fridge
Microwave

Dining

Free breakfast available

Bedrooms

1 bedroom
Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

1 bathroom
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

Patio
Barbecue

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

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)

General

Unit size: 324 sq ft (30 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

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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Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch Room #1

Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #1 (The Bank) Cottage

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Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #1 (The Bank) Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Gary R.

12 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun get away

This was something a little different. Great place for groups and family times. Close to several tourist destinations and just far enough out to have a feel of solitude.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kristy K.

27 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Ten Bit Ranch

Get view on the stars and too far from the park.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol O.

11 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Big Bend

Relaxing

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robin R.

26 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

I'd give ten more bits to stay again.

XB is a charming 'ranch' in a quiet canyon near Terlingua Ghost Town. Sis was helpful and didn’t seem too ruffled by my mistake of entering the wrong room. Eash room is so charming and spacious.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia O.

23 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Stay

We loved the place! It was so much fun, clean, easily accessible yet perfectly isolated. The views for sunrise & sunsets and the scenery are amazing. I'd definitely stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tommie B.

14 Sept 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

Stunning panorama views

Very rustic, fits the ranch style, could improve on cleanliness in the Cantina. Air out the accommodations .

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandra M.

13 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Bank

Great location. Beautiful view it was very quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed our stay very much.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Johnny T.

28 Aug 2024

Adventure time

There's a 2 mile dirt road that leads up to the property. My sedan took a bit of a dive along it and knocked loose some of the bodywork. This was on the way up into the property. Wouldn't recommend it unless you have an SUV or something. Note: Not all rooms have AC. I originally rebooked for a room that did. There was an ant infestation in the room that room, they were all over one of the beds and nightstand. The shower also only had hot water. But I was able to get moved to an adjacent room after a couple hours. AC, no bugs, hot and cold water both running. All things considered, pretty good for a place so remote. View is gorgeous. Decor is cute and makes you feel like you're on a movie set.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

7 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Superb!

My daughter and family stayed with me at this ranch for one night. Wish we could have stayed a week! The view was fantastic, place was very clean and unique. I really liked their use of solar power. We will come again for sure.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David A.

2 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

An amazing experience

We absolutely loved the property theme. Very clean, quiet, remote and peaceful. We will most definitely be returning in the near future.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

23 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful property seems like a movie set.

I couldn't give a more glowing assessment of this place, from the natural surroundings, to the sustainable nature, to the very efficient management style. I thought that the rates were fair and I hope they remain accessible, so that I can share this wonderful place with friends and family in the future. Well done. Kudos to whoever conceived and designed this ranch. The western theme is so well put together that one gets the essence of it without ever feeling like it is make believe. It feels real and has everything you need feed and house agroup

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Angela C., Baton Rouge, Louisiana

17 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

A Very Unique Experience - the Wild West

If you’re looking for a unique experience and want to feel like a cowboy back in the day, this is it! Please note that you need a truck to get to this place, we had to use the four-wheel-drive on our truck. Don’t come in a car! It’s a good 30 or 40 minute drive to Big Bend from here.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tim S.

2 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Cool concept

Pros off the grid, remote location, well-stocked and well-maintained common cantina/kitchen area for all guests (really enjoyed meeting and visiting with the other guests while at the cantina); great views of the desert mountains, beautiful night sky. Beds were very new and super comfy. Cons no cell service (duh, it's remote), several wifi networks but ONLY one provided internet access and had to log on unsuccessfully to the others before finding it and then drop when you walked out of range, possibly due to data usage maxed out by guests streaming video even though we were warned not to. After several hours of running AC the first day, room was still like an oven, air filter was completely clogged, cleaned it and things cooled off. Guest shouldn't have to do maintenance. Nowhere to put your stuff in the room (if you bring more than 1 suitcase like hikers do). Cobwebs everywhere in the room. It's a desert, I get it, but for the love housekeeping should do some house keeping. Shower was disgusting, mildew all over. Towels were white but some were brown-stained, I'm sure washed thoroughly but use some bleach or cycle them out when they get that way. Thin walls and noisy neighbors on the backside of our annex - really sucked (both hearing impaired), they left their porch light on at night which ruined looking at stars unless you wanted to hike away. Couldn't change our door code (0123 is not secure), probably all the same. Honestly minor complaints, but gotta be honest.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britt

21 Apr 2024

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Susan S.

20 Apr 2024

Memorable Stay in Terlingua

We enjoyed our stay at Ten Bits in the Bank! The property is beautiful and they have created a charming little town with a dramatic Big Bend backdrop. The county road was accessible, but be prepared to go slow and get dusty. Communication and check-in was good, accommodations perfectly comfortable. Definitely recommend and would stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

26 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute place to stay

We were only able to enjoy the place to sleep so for us it was expensive place to sleep but other than that if you have more time to rest this place is really great and you will feel like you got your money's worth. The community kitchen and space was really cool too.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack M., Idaho Falls

27 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Ten Bits Stay over

Overall Ten Bits is a very good place to stay, very quiet, off the grid, and beautiful surrounding area. The rooms are rustic but more than adequate, as was the Wi-Fi. The cantina refrigerators were less than stellar with quite a bit of what appeared to be old food left by customers. We did not use it but it was readily available. We had a change of plans and had to leave a day early but would stay there again if in the area. The newer units have AC but the unit we stayed in did no have any. Just beware if this if booking in warmer weather.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Mayumi

2 Nov 2023

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

26 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stop-over to Big Bend

We loved the clean room and great communication from the hosts. We sat on the porch until well after sunset watching the bats as darkness covered Hen Egg Mountain. Our only negative was the loudness of the neighbors’ TV—this room is part of a duplex, and the walls seemed paper-thin. But it was a gorgeous property and prime location for an early entry to Big Bend.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brock F.

9 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

10/10 recommend to anyone

Beautiful little cabin community out in what feels like the middle of no where west Texas. Absolutely stunning view of a mountain for sunset. Whole area well maintained. Cabins are great. Dirt road was muddy after the night of rain but wasn’t near as bad as I would of expected it to be (we were in a small 2 wheel drive ford ranger). Tons of land if you feel like exploring a little. It was awesome to see the Milky Way and the dark night sky! Would 10/10 recommended to anyone looking to stay in the area.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

6 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

10/10

So amazing!! The pictures really don’t do this place justice. Absolutely beautiful. Seriously cannot recommend this place enough!

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

21 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay in the desert

Our family of two adults and two teens stayed for two nights at the ranch. The ranch is so charming and the scenery and views are amazing. We loved watching the sunset from our cabin's front porch. The room was very comfortable. We were a bit surprised to find the tap water is non-potable though bottled water is provided. We hate using disposable water bottles so had we known in advance, we could have brought several large reusable jugs. Overall, we highly recommend Ten Bits for anyone visiting the Big Bend area and we hope to return someday.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg H., Bellaire, Texas USA

20 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

perfect sunsets

This part of Texas has been special to me and my family for over 30 years. My youngest son (age 8) and my dad (age 78) had a great long weekend hiking in the park, 4 wheeling in the back country, swimming in the Rio Grand at the Hot Springs and sitting by the fire, counting stars and satellites and, of course, solving the world's problems while toasting our own brilliant insights. If that sounds fun to you and yours, there is no better place to make your base your trip.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christie L.

20 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

I had high expectations and they were exceeded!

We came to see Big Bend and I read reviews for so many lodging options. I saw the amazing reviews for Ten Bits, so I had high expectations. They were exceeded! The cabins are so unique but also super modern inside and clean. The property feels remote but is not far from town. It was so peaceful. And nothing beats the stars at night!! This was an excellent “home base” for our Big Bend trip. I would love to come back some day. Stop reading and book it!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy E.

2 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Off the grid!!

Ten Bits is exactly like the listing showed. Quiet secluded! Great cantina to have self served breakfast and we cooked our dinner there too. Rain and clouds didn’t allow us night star gazing but our last morning I awoke early and was treated to a beautiful sky of stars. Believe the listing about the road!! We had rain and a very intense 2 mile drive back to the main highway. Thanks for a great few days away from everything!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023