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Sunset Ranch, a private acre lot facing open ranch land and high planes desert

Holiday home in Marathon with kitchen and fireplace

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Interior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
In Marathon, TX, Sunset Ranch offers a tranquil retreat with unobstructed views of sunrises and sunsets from the 700 sf covered porch. Explore Big Bend National Park or unwind in this quaint west Texas town with its public park, gardens, restaurants and shopping.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is AU$397
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct

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About this property

Entire place

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

Sunset Ranch, a private acre lot facing open ranch land and high planes desert

Sunset Ranch is an acre lot at the far southeast corner of Marathon, TX that backs up to the ranch land facing south that provides unobstructed views of sunrises and sunsets from the 700 sf covered porch. Marathon is a quaint west Texas town with a public park, gardens, restaurants and shopping. It also has a level 1 night sky rating for star gazing. Located 40 minutes from Big Bend National Park entrance, this is a launch point to explore the national park as well as other West Texas parks and communities. The studio is well laid out for up to 2 adults with a queen size bed and semi-firm latex mattress. Upon request, an air mattress can be setup for additional guests or children.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)

General

  • Electric car charging station

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events need to be approved in advance, fee option.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: Events need to be approved in advance, fee option.
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
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
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Marathon, TX

What's nearby

  • Sul Ross State University - 39 min drive - 61.8 km
  • Kiowa Gallery - 42 min drive - 64.4 km
  • Big Bend Regional Medical Center - 42 min drive - 64.8 km
  • Museum of the Big Bend - 43 min drive - 65.2 km
  • Kokernot Field - 44 min drive - 66.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪V6 Coffee Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Marathon Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Los Muertos - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪White Buffalo Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Big Bend Pizza - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Ranch, a private acre lot facing open ranch land and high planes desert pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Ranch, a private acre lot facing open ranch land and high planes desert?

As of 26 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Ranch, a private acre lot facing open ranch land and high planes desert on 29 Oct 2025 start from AU$397.21, 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 Sunset Ranch, a private acre lot facing open ranch land and high planes desert?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunset Ranch, a private acre lot facing open ranch land and high planes desert?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunset Ranch, a private acre lot facing open ranch land and high planes desert located?

Situated in Marathon, this holiday home is within 32 miles (52 km) of Sul Ross State University, Sul Ross Desk and Big Bend Regional Medical Center. Kiowa Gallery and Museum of the Big Bend are also within 32 miles (52 km).

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