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Cozy Home With Mountain Views Near Davis Mtn State Park and McDonald Observatory

Holiday home in Fort Davis with kitchen and fireplace

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View out the back door to the porch
Back porch
Front door and garden area
View from sitting on back porch
Open concept living, dining and kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Davis Mountains State Park
  • Place, McDonald Observatory
  • Place, Fort Davis National Historic Site
  • Airport, Marfa, TX (MRF)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bath

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Home With Mountain Views Near Davis Mtn State Park and McDonald Observatory

This Texas-style home is located on 5 acres on a hillside with beautiful Davis Mountain views. The location is outstanding. Just 8 min to Davis Mountain State Park, 20 min to McDonald Observatory & 15 min to downtown Ft. Davis. The kitchen is fully equipped with dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, pans, coffee pot, toaster, knives, kettle, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, oven and gas stove. There are three bedrooms in this home. One is a spacious master bedroom with a queen sized bed and a sitting room that has a gas fireplace. The other two bedrooms have double beds and are themed: "cowboy bedroom" and "Native American bedroom." All bedrooms contain premium bedding. Both bathrooms are full bathrooms and are quite nice. The guest bathroom has a tub/shower combination and the master bathroom contains a Greek soaking tub. If you need to combine work and play, no problem. There is an office and free Wi-Fi. Feel free to bring your own ether cable to plug right into the modem, if desired. The living room is furnished with red leather furniture, a coffee table, cow hide rug, gas fire place and a 55" Visio television. The dining table seats 6 people. A small bar area seats 2 additional people. The kitchen, dining and living areas are open concept. The views from every window in this house are beautiful. The porch is a wonderful place to sit and enjoy morning coffee while watching for deer or for sipping a glass of wine in the evening while star gazing. Deer often visit the property early in the morning and near dusk. Also, there is a utility room with a large size washer and dryer. You will know that you are in Texas while staying here because of all the unmistakably "Texas" furnishings and overall style. There is a carport suitable for 1 vehicle, and there is additional parking in the circle driveway. Guests staying 7 nights receive a 10% discount. Guests staying 28 nights or more receive a 20% discount. Please come visit!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Unreturned standard house key will result in a 150.00 charge because it is extremely difficult to get replacement keys in the area that actually work.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Fort Davis

Located in Fort Davis, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Davis Mountains State Park and local attractions include McDonald Observatory and Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Garden. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fort Davis, TX

What's nearby

  • Davis Mountains State Park - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • McDonald Observatory - 17 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Fort Davis National Historic Site - 17 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Garden - 29 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Balmorhea State Park - 60 min drive - 78.7 km

Getting around

  • Marfa, TX (MRF) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buffalo Bentley's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Fort Davis Drug Store - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Blue Mountain Bistro - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sky Island Taproom - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mary Lou's Restaurant - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Home With Mountain Views Near Davis Mtn State Park and McDonald Observatory pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Home With Mountain Views Near Davis Mtn State Park and McDonald Observatory?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Home With Mountain Views Near Davis Mtn State Park and McDonald Observatory?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Home With Mountain Views Near Davis Mtn State Park and McDonald Observatory located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Davis Mountains State Park, Fort Davis National Historic Site and Overland Trail Museum. McDonald Observatory is 9.3 mi (15 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 123 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yulissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful stay at Laura’s property. The listing was just as described, very clean and cozy. We especially enjoyed the wonderful stargazing at night. We will definitely be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect for our group of 5. Great location provided beautiful views from all vantage points. Close proximity to all of our excursions in the Fort Davis / Alpine area. Would not hesitate to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colby C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House and stay were great! We hope to be back soon and would highly recommend! Two thumbs up!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you're looking for beautiful views & a sky full of stars look no further! Clean house, & very helpful host with easy check in/out. No issues at all. Will definitely be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The night skies are SO dark and the stargazing was truly breathtaking. The house was very comfortable. The beds and linens were comfy and there were plenty of towels provided. The kitchen is nicely equipped for any meal, and we used it frequently as there aren't many restaurants in the area. I loved that each morning I could have coffee on the back porch, listen to the birds, and look out onto the mountains. This is a great place to stay if you are going to Davis Mountains State Park or McDonald Observatory. We will definitely stay here again the next time we come to Fort Davis.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 2nd time staying here and our experience was just as enjoyable as the 1st. Its location to town and other areas we enjoy visiting is very convenient and the views from the back porch are amazing. Host is very responsive and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Family vacation

Enjoyed our time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Astronomy Weekend

Father/son trip to do some astrophotography in Fort Davis’s dark skies. The house was very comfortable and the location was very dark. Communication with the owner was very smooth. I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain View

Very clean and rustic setting. It was very close to the McDonald observatory and thus great to view a star party also very near many hiking opportunities. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful hideaway

We stayed at this beautiful location to explore west Texas - Big Bend, McDonald Observatory, and Ft. Davis. My daughter loved that we could see the observatory telescope domes from the house. Even though it is a bit further from Big Bend, it made for beautiful drives. We loved the amazing sunrises and sunsets. We had some tremendous thunderstorms come through, and even though it caused a couple of challenges, the host was extremely responsive. The issues were taken care of promptly and resolved.We absolutely plan on staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular views

Our family loved our stay and will be making plans for a return visit 😊
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place to stay

Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hansel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, beautiful views

We stayed in the area after visiting Big Bend, the house was clean like new, spacious and had a view of the sunset that was stunning. Highly recommend a stay here. The hosts were very helpful and only a text away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Spring Break in West Texas

This mountain home was a perfect getaway for our family on spring break with a 12-yr-old and 10-yr-old. The house was quiet, cozy and comfy. My wife and I enjoyed having multiple good locations to ease into the day with a cup of coffee beside the fireplace. The location was perfect for our afternoon and evening adventures — a star party at McDonald Onservatory, seeing the Marfa Lights, Horseback riding at Prude Ranch, visiting Kokernot Field, dining at Reata and several mountain hikes! What a memorable trip! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chasin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

House was nice and had a great view.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean. Easy to access. Fantastic view.

This place was just as advertised. Plenty of room. Fantastic view. Very peaceful. We were with a group camping at Ft Davis that were on spring break however we still had school. Internet was great and we could still participate with friends after schooling was finished for the day. The girls did their work in front of the windows on the floor the view was so great v
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Escape

Our stay at the Cozy Home with Mountain View’s provided us the perfect location for our Fort Davis adventure and a comfortable home to return to after hiking and exploring the area. We will most certainly return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rod & Lanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very nice clean home!

Very nice clean home. Sitting on the back porch, you can relax and look at beautiful views of the mountains. The host of the home was very nice. Communication from her was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fort Davis Limpia

Outstanding home to settle in to start a journey of the beautiful areas & parks. Great location and wonderful host!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Stay in Beautiful Country

My wife and I brought the kids out to explore West Texas and we were not disappointed! The views are majestic, the town is friendly, and the property is comfortable. We would definitely come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donald M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Our stay was very relaxing. Communication with host was great. Watching deer from the back porch was a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful family escape!

We had a great weekend stay at the Cozy Fort Davis guest house. Laura was a great host and communication was easy. We had zero problems with the property and the location and amenities were phenomenal.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

West Texas Vacation

This home was the perfect launching pad for our West Texas adventures and a comfortable place to return to at the end of the day. It was the perfect distance to the McDonald Observatory, a short drive to Balmorhea springs for swimming, and a day drive to Carlsbad Caverns. You can’t beat the back patio for coffee and star gazing. The home had everything we needed and was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney B., Fort worth

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay in Fort Davis

My mom wanted to see the stars and boy did we! This property was fantastic with amazing views in the Davis Mountains and allowed us convenient lodging for the Star Party at the McDonald Observatory. The host was the most thoughtful and communicative host I have ever had through VRBO. A great place, highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kun Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great lising close to observatory

This listing is beautiful. Host is responsive and warm. It's only 10 min away to the observatory and 2 hours away to the Big Bend national park. The dark sky with stars are def the highlight of our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Laura Cox

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I am a 7th generation Texan, and I am very proud of my state and its heritage. My 4th great grandmother came to Texas in 1825, pledging allegiance to Mexico for a land grant in Arthur G. Wavell's Red River Colony. She was a sister to Collin McKinney, a delegate to Washington on the Brazos, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence and the Texas Constitution. I am a Registered Nurse that is married to a U.S. Marine and current Navy Officer. I have 3 lovely children; 2 are adults and 1 is a teen. My whole family loves the outdoors, all flora and fauna of Texas. We also love the rich history of our state! We love to hike, birdwatch, hunt, go camping, eat good food and drink good drinks! We love the Big Bend area, where the wild spirit of Texas is still alive! (My profile pic is from a hike in Alpine called "The Desk." This hike is approximately 25-30 minutes from the Fort Davis house.)

Why they chose this property

When at this Fort Davis house, you KNOW you are in Texas! It is decorated with Texas artwork and more. I hand picked everything in this home, and made sure it would reflect Texas honor and heritage. Additionally, everything that you need for a comfortable short or extended stay is here. I sincerely want every guest to have a wonderful time and to return again, and again.

What makes this property unique

The mountain views from this home are fantastic! The sun rises and sun sets are wonderful, and star gazing from the back porch of this home is truly amazing! Humming birds and other birds migrate through this area, so it is an outstanding area to birdwatch. Fort Davis has a Humming Bird festival every year! The grounds around the home are nice and contain trees, agave, shrubs, cacti and other plants. There are books for your enjoyment in the bedrooms; most of the books focus on the West. The home also contains some toys in a footlocker in the office that children are welcome to play with. (Lincoln logs, Jenga Blocks and a few games.) The location of this home cannot be beat! It's near everything of interest in Fort Davis: Prude Ranch, Sproul Ranch, McDonald Observatory, Fort Davis National Historic Site, the scenic loop drive on 118, Chihuahuan Nature Center and more! This property makes a wonderful home base to discover the Fort Davis area and is also great as a stepping stone to/from Big Bend National Park or Big Bend State Park.

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