The Birdnest, Views, Hike, Bike, Walk, See The TX Mountains

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Alpine, TX

Sul Ross State University2 min walk
Museum of the Big Bend16 min walk
Big Bend Regional Medical Center18 min walk
Alpine, TX (ALE-Casparis Municipal)4 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon, 1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This comfortable second story flat provides spectacular views of the mountains and is walking distance to the Museum of the Big Bend which is on the SRSU campus. Sit on the ample porch deck and view the frequent wildlife that visit the large front yard. College and City pool near and the Theater of the Big Bend with live supper Performances, hike up SR hill or Mountain bike trails to the east, road ride to Marfa, Fort Davis, Marathon, Ornithology abounds either nearby or a day run to the Big Bend National Park. Lounge on the Shaded South Porch for a breeze and book. Sit on the West “tiny” porch for sunrise coffee or tea; or, an afternoon libation and generally incredible sunsets, or the occasional rainbow or lightning storm.

Property manager

Mark Houston

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Mountain view

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Due to top story dangerous for young children and

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

ID Verification necessary before booking (DL, Phon

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the area

Alpine

Located in Alpine, this holiday home is in the mountains. Kokernot Park and Shipman Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Wassermann Wranch 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.

Alpine, TX

What's nearby

Sul Ross State University - 2 min walk
Museum of the Big Bend - 16 min walk
Big Bend Regional Medical Center - 18 min walk
Kokernot Field - 2 min drive
Kokernot Park - 3 min drive

Getting around

Alpine Station - 19 min walk
Marfa, TX (MRF) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 8 min walk
Sonic Drive-In - 13 min walk
Dairy Queen - 2 min drive
Railroad Blues - 2 min drive
Alicia's Mexican Restaurant - 15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Birdnest, Views, Hike, Bike, Walk, See The TX Mountains pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Birdnest, Views, Hike, Bike, Walk, See The TX Mountains?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Birdnest, Views, Hike, Bike, Walk, See The TX Mountains?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Birdnest, Views, Hike, Bike, Walk, See The TX Mountains located?

This family-friendly Alpine holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Sul Ross State University, Kokernot Park and Museum of the Big Bend. Kiowa Gallery and Big Bend Regional Medical Center are also within 1 mile (2 km). Alpine Station is 19 minutes by foot.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Edward D.

4 Apr 2023

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

Great place!

Clean and great location. Everything as advertised.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

James P.

13 Mar 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice views; convenient

Place is a throw back to the 70’s? It’s cute if you can enjoy that style. We enjoyed our time sunsets were great..beautiful. Host was very informative and helpful. Don’t expect luxury just enjoy relaxing! Close to so much west Texas has to offer!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

17 Feb 2023

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

Dark Sky Stay

Although I had to change my reservation twice qa

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucy J.

2 Aug 2022

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

The Bird's Nest

The property is a nice place to stay, right across the street from Sul Ross, and conven/nient to just about everything in Alpine. There is a nice upstairs, outdoor deck that is a great place to drink coffee and watch the day start. We did have a plumbing issue, but out host spend Saturday afternoon fixing the problem himself, for which we were grateful. I recomment the Bird's Next.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lami Y.

22 Mar 2022

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

Nice stay

Our place was nice and clean. Mark was very informative and friendly. Big Bend ( about an hour or so away ) is Gorgeous and an amazing place. We also enjoyed hanging out in Marfa ( about 20 mins away ). I wish we could have checked out the Davis Mountains and the observatory (need to book Night Star tickets way in adv) but we were only there a few days and ran out of time. It was a great time still!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mark Houston

I am a world traveler, foodie, people lover and boating enthusiast. I am always on the move, making things happen. I enjoy bringing people, food, beverages and recreation together.

Why they chose this property

My Friend Emmy, now at her home in Eleuthera, with Captain Ron, suggested I acquire this property near her family home and friends, and I could lease the lower for long term and keep the top for her to have a place when she came back to Alpine.

What makes this property unique

This is a pretty amazing spot. as I was working to get this property ready I have seen many deer, a fox, chaparral's courting, the current tenants said a javelina came through. There is also an abundance of dove and songbirds. Nestled on the Mountains to the East and Kokernot Park to the North West, the University a short walk away. The views from the tiny porch and the front porch are stellar.

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