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La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 688.3 sq m

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Marathon, TX

Place, Sul Ross State University
‪32 min drive‬
Place, Big Bend Regional Medical Center
‪34 min drive‬
Place, Kokernot Field
‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Casita

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Casita bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas

Take a step back in time to the Old West. It doesn't get much more atmospheric than this, folks. A real piece of West Texas history, La Casa Vieja is a gorgeously restored home in Marathon, Texas that was originally an old farmhouse built in 1917. Now, more than 100 years later, it is a beautiful little hacienda, complete with a casita at the rear of the property that can accommodate additional guests. Located at the foot of Big Bend National Park and just a few blocks from the world-famous Gage Hotel, this property is a stunner. With custom woodwork throughout, this delicately-appointed 950-square-foot home sits on a corner lot and offers a beautiful enclosed private patio/courtyard for privacy. Surrounded by pretty, native desert vegetation, the custom features of this home are far too numerous to mention. Here are a list of just some of them:

~ 10 ft. ceilings
~ Open floor plan
~ Latilla ceiling in living room featuring wood beams with corbels
~ Pressed tin tile ceiling in kitchen
~ Saltillo tile and original refinished hardwood flooring
~ Mesquite custom–built kitchen bar top
~ Kraftmaid hickory cabinets in kitchen
~ Pendant lighting
~ Tiled backsplash
~ Textured walls
~ Kiva fireplace in living room
~ Alhambra-tiled shower and Talavera-tiled sink in bathroom
~ Original, restored antique old Mexico wood church doors (1920) at front entry
~ Spacious closet
~ Private and tranquil courtyard w/additional, outdoor kiva fireplace
~ Shaded front porch
~ Flat-screen satellite TV
~ Wifi enabled

The home features evaporative cooling and heating units. A new metal fence adds privacy to this exquisite property. Other details worth mentioning include: Completely new electrical and plumbing, insulation in the flooring, walls and ceilings, gas stove and water heater, and a metal roof w/ original tin on sides.

Whether you're here for a wedding or event, are on an artist's retreat, are off to explore the surrounding area, or are simply here to enjoy the peaceful, gorgeous surroundings, La Casa Vieja is your home away from home in Marathon.

For more information about this stunning region and its attractions, visit the visitbigbend website. (And check out our Facebook page! You can find us at @lacasaviejamarathon on the Facebook site.)

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Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas on 4 May 2026 start from AU$234, 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.

How much is parking at La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas 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).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10 Excellent

Juan Manuel D.

23 Jan 2026

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

Felt like being at home!

Carson P.

27 Mar 2025

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

Excellent stay

Very delightful, warm, cozy, and well-appointed place.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

5 Aug 2025

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

Annual trip

Check-in was super easy! The house and casita were exactly what we were looking for!! We especially loved the closed in porch for our morning coffee. The location was perfect for our daily trips to explore Big Bend and Ft. Davis.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Marathon. We couldn’t have asked for more and loved the convenience to Big Bend National Park. If we get back to this area we would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald H.

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

Cute place

Perfect Would have liked more towels Only had two for three day stay

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2024

We are glad the guest enjoyed their stay. We wish the guest had reached out to us during their stay so we could have remediated their concern at that time. We have more towels at the property. We would’ve been happy to provide them for the guest if they had made that request. We have found that one set of towels is usually more than sufficient for most guests for a short stay. Anyway, as I say, we are glad guest enjoyed their experience.

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

20 Mar 2025

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

Big Bend Family Vacation

La Casa Vieja worked out great as our home for our family trip to BBNP. The home was a great fit for my family. My teenage sons liked having the separate casita to stay in. We had great weather to hang out in the courtyard by the fireplace in the evenings.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

21 May 2024

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

Casa Vieja

Great base location for Big Bend National Park and Alpine. We enjoyed the courtyard & the quiet neighborhood!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Spencer Aaronson

I'm a long-time resident of Southern California who travels often to this part of Texas for leisure purposes myself. In my own travels over the years, I have been the beneficiary of incredible hospitality in the many unique properties where I've had the good fortune of resting my head, so I'm only too happy to return the favor and provide people with their own memorable vacation experiences.

Why they chose this property

After taking a road trip through the Big Bend area several years ago on my way to Memphis, I was hooked on this area. Something about this particular part of the country really resonated with me. I'm not sure if it is the peace and quiet, the wide open spaces, the romance of a lost time, or, perhaps most likely, all of the above. I've been making routine trips to the region since then and finally took the plunge and bought this property. I have a major soft spot for carefully-restored historical properties, and this one definitely fit the bill. A lot of care went into this renovation. I fell in love with it the moment it popped up on a real estate website I refer to. When I made a trip out there and saw it in person, I loved it even more. I have no doubt you'll feel the same.

What makes this property unique

This is a serious step back in time to the Pancho Villa era. But with all the modern amenities and luxuries one has come to expect in these unique properties. Here are just some of them:

~ 10 ft. ceilings
~ Open floor plan
~ Latilla ceiling in living room featuring wood beams with corbels
~ Pressed tin tile ceiling in kitchen
~ Saltillo tile and original refinished hardwood flooring
~ Mesquite custom–built kitchen bar top
~ Kraftmaid hickory cabinets in kitchen
~ Pendant lighting
~ Tiled backsplash
~ Textured walls
~ Kiva fireplace in living room
~ Alhambra-tiled shower and Talavera-tiled sink in bathroom
~ Original, restored antique old Mexico wood church doors (1920) at front entry
~ Spacious closet
~ Private and tranquil courtyard w/additional, outdoor kiva fireplace
~ Shaded front porch

The home features evaporative cooling and heating units. A new metal fence adds privacy to this exquisite property. Other details worth mentioning include: Completely new electrical and plumbing, insulation in the flooring, walls and ceilings, gas stove and water heater, and a metal roof w/ original tin on sides.

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Popular amenities

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Casita

Living room

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Casita bathroom

Spaces

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La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas

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Shari R.

Shari R.

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Carol H.

Carol H.

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Robert M.

Robert M.

10/10 Excellent

Juan Manuel D.

Juan Manuel D.

10/10 Excellent

David G.

David G.

10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

Claire B.

10/10 Excellent

Celeste W.

Celeste W.

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Robert

10/10 Excellent

Donald E.

Donald E.

10/10 Excellent

Carson P.

Excellent stay

Carson P.

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Annual trip

Susan M.

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

Big bend visit

Jill P.

10/10 Excellent

David W.