Yellow Mountain House: Colorful 3BR Desert Retreat

Terlingua, Texas
$469 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

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Sleep 6

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Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Summary:
Wake up to 360° mountain views and fall asleep under some of the darkest skies in Texas. This colorful 3-bedroom, 2-bath Terlingua retreat is designed for connection with two king bedrooms, two twin beds, a fully equipped kitchen, and expansive outdoor living spaces perfect for cooking, gathering, and stargazing. Just a 15-minute drive from Big Bend National Park, it’s the ideal adventure base for groups of friends, couples, or families who want to experience the desertin comfort and style.

The Space:
Colorful 3BR desert retreat in Terlingua with 360° mountain views, a massive outdoor patio, and star-filled skies. Perfect for groups or families exploring Big Bend who want to cook, gather, and soak up the beauty of the desert.

• Outdoor Oasis: A massive patio with a fire ring surrounded by six Adirondack chairs, a covered outdoor kitchen (deep basin sink, fridge, Weber BBQ pit), and a 12-person dining table. Perfect for yoga at sunrise, a campfire at night, and endless stargazing.
• Bedrooms & Baths: Two king bedrooms with blackout curtains and striking mountain views, plus a third bedroom with two twin beds. Two full bathrooms with large showerheads for your group’s comfort. The bathroom shared by the two king bedrooms has in-floor heating.
• Living Areas: Two indoor living rooms provide plenty of space to relax and socialize.
• Indoor Kitchen: Fully equipped and designed with a long buffet counter and picture windows to bring the outside in.
• Views: Christmas Mountains from the back patio, Yellow Mountain from the kitchen and drive, and desert vistas in every direction.

Two important considerations:
1) High clearance vehicles are recommended. The final mile of the drive to the house is on rocky roads with some small hills and some loose rock. A typical sedan can make the drive if the driver is cautious.
2) The rental consists of two separate buildings, connected by a large patio space. This may be of concern to some guests, especially families with small children. See the floorplan in the photos for reference.

LOCAL AREA:
Located on 20 private and seclude acres with unspoiled mountain views and dark skies.
12 miles (15 minutes) to the Maverick Junction entrance to Big Bend National Park or the historic Terlingua Ghost Town

A NOTE FROM THE PROPERTY OWNERS:
We’re so glad you’re considering our desert home for your Big Bend adventure. This space was created to bring people together — whether you’re sharing meals at the big outdoor table, stargazing by the fire ring, or simply soaking in the quiet beauty of the mountains.
As locals, we love this land and built this home with care to reflect the vibrant spirit of the Big Bend region. It’s colorful, a little quirky, and full of heart — just like the desert itself. We hope you’ll feel welcome here, and that your time under these wide-open skies leaves you rested, inspired, and connected.

The Neighborhood:
Located on 20 private and seclude acres with unspoiled mountain views and dark skies.

Getting Around:
High clearance vehicles are recommend. The final mile to the house is on rocky dirt roads, with hills and some loose rock.
12 miles (15 minutes) to the Maverick Junction entrance to Big Bend National Park or the historic Terlingua Ghost Town.

Interaction with Guests:
We manage several properties and live a few miles away. We are available by phone, text, email, or messages through your reservation app. We are typically on site only for cleaning or maintenance issues.

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  • Feature Features
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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1650 Sq Ft (153 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Office
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Tim B.

    Submitted Feb 19, 2026

    Stayed Jan 29, 2026

    We had a great stay at the Yellow Mountain House. Janet and Daryl were excellent hosts, responding quickly to our questions both before and during our stay. The house is beautiful and really comfortable. We like to cook on vacation and particularly liked the long kitchen counter. The house is really well located for hiking in Big Bend National Park, which we did every day ofnour stay. One important note: Take seriously the need for a high clearance car. The driveway really does require it.

  • Daniel K.

    Submitted Jan 14, 2026

    Stayed Dec 25, 2025

    Host was great. Very responsive to concerns. Actually fixed a roof noise concern within a few hours of finding out about it. The property was very unique in a great way. It was perfect for our family of 5. Close to Big Bend and Terlingua.

  • Donalle M.

    Submitted Jan 4, 2026

    Stayed Jan 2, 2026

    Beautiful, private and quiet location. The house was cozy, clean, and the attention to detail in the decor was such a nice touch. Comfy beds and the whole house was furnished perfectly for ease of use. Teen son enjoyed the family board games avaliable. Good, hot showers! We enjoyed the mountain views next to the fire pit and got to see a covey of quail every morning and evening! Was an amazing way to ring in the new year! This place won't disappoint!

  • Lesley R.

    Submitted Nov 25, 2025

    Stayed Oct 22, 2025

    Amazing stay! Absolutely beautiful home. Most amazing energy. Blessings to you.

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$469+
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