You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Cowboy House - Rustic charm
The Cowboy House is a charming one bedroom, one bath home with a full kitchen conveniently located within walking distance of downtown Alpine. It is perfect as a home base while you explore the surrounding areas of the Big Bend. Cowboy House features a rustic western theme indicative of the wild west era that is a rich part of the local history. Off street parking is available for guests. Cowboy House is pet friendly with advance notice and a pet fee.
TV - There is not cable or satellite service, however you may log into your account on the smart TV to watch your shows.
Please be aware that the desert terrain can be quite harsh for pets that are not used to it. Dogs shoes are recommended. We have just a couple of rules: 1. No Smoking inside (there is trash receptacle on the back porch) 2. No Parties or Events 3. Pets only with prior notice and a $40 pet fee which we will request a few days before arrival.
Also beware that we have the property regularly treated for pests. However, if you leave food or crumbs out it is very likely to attract ants into the property.
Property manager
Bienvenido Big Bend
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
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 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
Property is also known as
The Cowboy House Summ
The Cowboy House Alpine
The Cowboy House Private vacation home
The Cowboy House Private vacation home Alpine
187037
About the neighborhood
Alpine, TX
What's nearby
Sul Ross State University - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Kiowa Gallery - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Big Bend Regional Medical Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Kokernot Municipal Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Kokernot Field - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Alpine Station - 9 min walk
Marfa, TX (MRF) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min walk
Sonic Drive-In - 2 min walk
Alicia's Mexican Restaurant - 7 min walk
Dairy Queen - 2 min drive
Pizza Hut - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Cowboy House - Rustic charm pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).
What time is check-in at The Cowboy House - Rustic charm?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Cowboy House - Rustic charm?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Cowboy House - Rustic charm located?
Situated in Alpine, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Sul Ross State University, Kiowa Gallery, and Big Bend Regional Medical Center. Museum of the Big Bend and Kokernot Municipal Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Alpine Station is 9 minutes by foot.
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The Cowboy House - Rustic charm Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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We enjoyed the house, well equipped kitchen and western decor. We walked to most restaurants and activites. Off street parking is furnished. There is significant street noise in the living/dining room, bedroom is fairly quiet. We would stay here again.
This VRBO was perfect for my husband and our 7lb fur baby ! So cute perfect location ! The only downfall is ot is right across the street from a 24 hour Stripes convenient store ! But in saying this it was safe eas safe and had a private
Great little home for our Big Bend visit. This home was our home base for our trip. It’s perfectly situated for our excursions to Big Bend, Marfa, Balmorhea etc. The only suggestion I have is an upgrade on the bed. The home is furnished with everything we needed. Definitely book again.
Alpine is a cute little town and perfect for visiting the Big Bend and surrounding areas, but the best part of our trip was the comfort and charm of coming back after a day of adventure to the Cowboy House
Jorge S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Glenna
22 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a little narrow in some places for my husband who is 6’3”. But the space and the appointments were very nice. It was comfortable and our stay was very enjoyable. Nice location for grocery and eating out.
Kitschy & charming house right in the center of Alpine. PSA: bring ear plugs if you're sensitive to street noise and sleeping in the common area/futon. Easy to find, check-in, and had all we needed with the exception of extra bedding for a second guest. However, the hostess was accommodating and quickly responsive. Lovely stay, recommended for traveling with pets.
Charming place, and whoever remodeled it did wonderful job! Outlets everywhere, great appliances.. love the woodwork and cabinets. Then whoever decorated it was awesome. Since we were here for the Cowboy Poetry Gathering, how appropriate we stayed at Cowboy House. Convenient location to everything.
We love this area, and this was our first time to stay at The Cowboy House. The listing information is accurate. Fenced-in front and backyard additionally. Can’t say enough about the communication with management as well. Highly recommended.
I hadn’t been to Alpine in 30 years, so when I booked this spot, I wasn’t sure what to expect. The location is fantastic with the grocery store around the corner. There is parking for two vehicles behind the home, and the house is fully fenced. The backyard is quiet and was great for a morning coffee and bird watch! Inside, the property was clean and adorable with a coffee maker, all the appliances, and dishes. There was attention to detail with treats for my dog and bags to pick up waste. The bathroom was a great size with nice hot water and towels. My teen boys were comfy on the futon and us in the bedroom. We played cards in the evenings and there were board games too! We will definitely return as it was a great home base for our trips to Big Bend, marfa, and Balmorhea (wow what a beautiful drive!) thank you to the hosts for the hospitality!
Liberty K.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bob
26 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the theme. Most of the things were old but some new. The new was the utmost of uniqueness; an armadillo that had been to nothing but its shell. It was turned into a basket; I really wanted it! The bed was comfortable and the kitchen was so quaint. The backyard was small but had everything we needed. You would like the stay; we did.
Bob
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
Olga W.
2 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
One night
Wasnt what we expected. Didn't realize it was right on main street. The house smelt old. Couch was not comfortable and the TV was way to high to watch without your neck hurting. Bed was comfortable. The house that showed from outside was not the house. It was just ok for one night. Slept good though.
This small home was perfect for our three day visit to Alpine! The house was clean and inviting, and had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable!
Overall clean, comfortable, and convenient to places of interest to us. Not as quiet as expected (nearby train tracks), but we were not greatly disturbed by any noise. Front door latch was binding such that it could not be operated from the outside, but the back door was convenient for almost all our purposes. Appliances all worked fine (did not use the washer/dryer). I would recommend this property to anyone visiting Alpine.
Cute house! Son attends the University and very close to everything!
Only suggestion would be to replace the mattress… mattress sinks in middle and very uncomfortable
Loved the Cowboy House! The furnishings were so cute. My husband did tell me not to get any ideas - afraid I was going to go home and redecorate our place to match!!! Great stay!
We loved staying here. It was so close to everything and the hosts made instructions and general information clear and easy to follow. The backyard was so nice for our dog to move around and play.
This was my first time renting a house instead of a hotel for a trip. The host April was so very nice and answered all of my questions quickly. The house is close to everything you would want to do in the Alpine area. The house was very cozy. Just what we needed for our stay.