Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #10 (The Mercantile)
4.9
Outstanding(11 Reviews)Apartment hotel in Big Bend National Park, TX
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this apartment hotel
Big Bend National Park and Big Bend State Park area lodging with a unique West Texas old town experience.
Ten Bits Ranch has some of the most beautiful views in the Big Bend region of Texas.
The rugged off grid Ten Bits Ranch site was chosen for its breathtaking views of the dark sky stars, red craggy rocks and the beautiful sunrise and sunset over the surrounding mountains.
Guests of Ten Bits Ranch may hike and explore over 550 private acres of Ten Bits Ranch land at their leisure. Ten Bits Ranch is your own personal National Park without all the rules and restrictions of hiking the public land.
Guests may have a complimentary self-serve continental breakfast or prepare your own meal 24/7 in the full guest kitchen and dining area in the shared Cantina space.
Ten Bits Ranch is just (20) minutes from the Big Bend National Park entrance and (20) minutes from the historic Terlingua Ghost Town. Ten Bits Ranch is (20) minutes from local activities like the Rio Aviation scenic flights, Big Bend rafting companies, Big Bend Stables horseback riding and the local bars & restaurants like the famous La Kiva Restaurant & Bar, Longdraw Pizza, Starlight, DB’s Rustic Iron BBQ, Chili Pepper Cafe and the High Sierra Bar & Grill.
Ten Bits Ranch is (35) minutes from the amazing Big Bend Ranch State Park and the beautiful Lajitas Golf Resort.
Ten Bits Ranch has everything that you need to be comfortable (WiFi, AC, gas & electric heat, satellite television). The entire property is off grid and powered by the one of the largest (57.6 kW) privately owned solar power systems in Texas.
Experience REAL West Texas off grid living in the Big Bend region with your own off grid oasis and 550-acre private park.
Hike and explore right outside your room without the rules and limitations of the public parks. Hike with your pet, bring your ATV or motorcycle, build a fire, visit our shooting range, hike to the Apache Indian Cave or just have a drink, smoke a cigar or read a book on the porch or by the firepit and look at the beautiful mountains on the hotel property. Let the hundreds of acres and nearly complete freedom create a unique Big Bend experience.
Ten Bits Ranch has some of the best views of the famous Big Bend stars. Since Ten Bits Ranch is completely off grid and located on 550 private acres, there are no neighbors and no ground lights to obscure the perfectly dark night sky.
The amazing solitude is extremely quiet and peaceful day or night. If you come to Ten Bits Ranch when the moon cycle is dark, after 20 minutes (for your eyes to adjust), the stars will appear to surround you like a blanket. Be sure to watch for shooting stars. There is a shooting star in view at Ten Bits Ranch almost every week. Ten Bits Ranch offers a truly private, unique, off grid, dark sky star gazing experience that few people have the opportunity to see in person. The craggy Chimney Rock Mountain blocks out a beautiful black jagged silhouette in the blanket of stars.
Well-behaved pets are welcome at Ten Bits Ranch. Hike and explore at your leisure with both your 2 and 4 legged friends.
Thank you for considering Ten Bits Ranch for your Big Bend Adventure. Wherever you choose to stay, the Big Bend area is a wild, unique and a truly beautiful place that is well worth the trip.
Don’t just take our word for it, see what previous guests are saying in our reviews.
The Mercantile (Room #10) is a private hotel room with 1 king bed, air conditioning, gas log fireplace, WIFI, satellite television, mini refrigerator, microwave, Keurig and a private bath, all in an old Western town setting.
The Ten Bits Ranch Mercantile (Room #10) is part of an old West town themed setting. There is a Bank, Schoolhouse, Gun Shop, General Store, Steakhouse, Hattery, Gazette, Courthouse, Saloon, Hotel, Barber Shop, Mercantile, Harness Shop, Blacksmith and Jail.
There are several shared fire pits on Ten Bits Ranch, including your own private fire pit outside the Mercantile (Room #10). There is a guest shared Cantina dining area with a full kitchen for your use. You may save a significant amount of time and money while in Big Bend by preparing your own meals in the shared Cantina kitchen.
Enjoy some of the best star and mountain views in Big Bend all while staying in a real West Texas off grid setting.
Ten Bits Ranch has some of the most beautiful views in the Big Bend region of Texas.
The rugged off grid Ten Bits Ranch site was chosen for its breathtaking views of the dark sky stars, red craggy rocks and the beautiful sunrise and sunset over the surrounding mountains.
Guests of Ten Bits Ranch may hike and explore over 550 private acres of Ten Bits Ranch land at their leisure. Ten Bits Ranch is your own personal National Park without all the rules and restrictions of hiking the public land.
Guests may have a complimentary self-serve continental breakfast or prepare your own meal 24/7 in the full guest kitchen and dining area in the shared Cantina space.
Ten Bits Ranch is just (20) minutes from the Big Bend National Park entrance and (20) minutes from the historic Terlingua Ghost Town. Ten Bits Ranch is (20) minutes from local activities like the Rio Aviation scenic flights, Big Bend rafting companies, Big Bend Stables horseback riding and the local bars & restaurants like the famous La Kiva Restaurant & Bar, Longdraw Pizza, Starlight, DB’s Rustic Iron BBQ, Chili Pepper Cafe and the High Sierra Bar & Grill.
Ten Bits Ranch is (35) minutes from the amazing Big Bend Ranch State Park and the beautiful Lajitas Golf Resort.
Ten Bits Ranch has everything that you need to be comfortable (WiFi, AC, gas & electric heat, satellite television). The entire property is off grid and powered by the one of the largest (57.6 kW) privately owned solar power systems in Texas.
Experience REAL West Texas off grid living in the Big Bend region with your own off grid oasis and 550-acre private park.
Hike and explore right outside your room without the rules and limitations of the public parks. Hike with your pet, bring your ATV or motorcycle, build a fire, visit our shooting range, hike to the Apache Indian Cave or just have a drink, smoke a cigar or read a book on the porch or by the firepit and look at the beautiful mountains on the hotel property. Let the hundreds of acres and nearly complete freedom create a unique Big Bend experience.
Ten Bits Ranch has some of the best views of the famous Big Bend stars. Since Ten Bits Ranch is completely off grid and located on 550 private acres, there are no neighbors and no ground lights to obscure the perfectly dark night sky.
The amazing solitude is extremely quiet and peaceful day or night. If you come to Ten Bits Ranch when the moon cycle is dark, after 20 minutes (for your eyes to adjust), the stars will appear to surround you like a blanket. Be sure to watch for shooting stars. There is a shooting star in view at Ten Bits Ranch almost every week. Ten Bits Ranch offers a truly private, unique, off grid, dark sky star gazing experience that few people have the opportunity to see in person. The craggy Chimney Rock Mountain blocks out a beautiful black jagged silhouette in the blanket of stars.
Well-behaved pets are welcome at Ten Bits Ranch. Hike and explore at your leisure with both your 2 and 4 legged friends.
Thank you for considering Ten Bits Ranch for your Big Bend Adventure. Wherever you choose to stay, the Big Bend area is a wild, unique and a truly beautiful place that is well worth the trip.
Don’t just take our word for it, see what previous guests are saying in our reviews.
The Mercantile (Room #10) is a private hotel room with 1 king bed, air conditioning, gas log fireplace, WIFI, satellite television, mini refrigerator, microwave, Keurig and a private bath, all in an old Western town setting.
The Ten Bits Ranch Mercantile (Room #10) is part of an old West town themed setting. There is a Bank, Schoolhouse, Gun Shop, General Store, Steakhouse, Hattery, Gazette, Courthouse, Saloon, Hotel, Barber Shop, Mercantile, Harness Shop, Blacksmith and Jail.
There are several shared fire pits on Ten Bits Ranch, including your own private fire pit outside the Mercantile (Room #10). There is a guest shared Cantina dining area with a full kitchen for your use. You may save a significant amount of time and money while in Big Bend by preparing your own meals in the shared Cantina kitchen.
Enjoy some of the best star and mountain views in Big Bend all while staying in a real West Texas off grid setting.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Balcony or Patio
TV
Map of Big Bend National Park, TX
Available Rooms
Reviews
4.9
Outstanding(11 Reviews)4.9
We absolutely loved our stay in the Mercantile! Had everything we needed and more. Just the small town experience we were looking for. We will stay here again!
4.9
The road was easy to navigate and we were happy to be able to bring our dog. We loved the comfortable cabin with amazing views out each window, the rocking chairs on both porches to see both sunrise and sunset. The shower was hot, and the room was kept temperate with the split, although we never could get the gas log fireplace to start, even after a call to Sis. The hike up to the cave was nice for a great view. We enjoyed meeting fellow guests in the communal kitchen. We saw a lot of unique rocks and plants, a coyote, and even a magical rainbow while there. It was too early for birds but the quietude was awesome. Not too far from Big Bend, which we also enjoyed. Hoping to return in the spring!
4.9
There is no better place to stay when visiting Big Bend National Park and / or Big Bend State park! Clean and very nice! Shower, heat, AC, sink, microwave, mini refrigerator, rocking chairs, fire place and a fire pit (bring your own wood). A lovely shared kitchen with everything needed. Above all, a spectacular view and lots of land to explore!
4.9
We totally enjoyed the beautiful scenery and the peace and quiet of landscape. Our rooms were very nice and comfortable. The only negative was that our fireplace did not work in either of the rooms, which we really wanted to use. But overall, I want to return and stay longer.
4.9
Everything exceeded our expectations
4.9
This place was exactly what we was hoping for and so much more!!! Everything was perfect!!
4.9
We often visit the Terlingua/Big Bend area and this is now our favorite place to stay. Aside from the distance out of town and away from park (which they clearly mention), it was a perfect stay. Inside our cabin every need was met. Hubby has to have a TV and internet which were superior to anything we’ve had before. Loved the short hike right across the drive to a cave and cliff easy to explore. We will be back.
4.9
It was quiet and beautiful scenery. Great way to relax.
4.9
Just wonderful. The Mercantile is a great place to relax and get refreshed Everything was perfect. Clean relaxing private. You gotta get better access that dirt road is aweful and bumpy. But no internet ment no GPS and this could not find property for over an hour. Signs need to be visible. Yep aid stay there again in a heart beat. but it’s the little things.
4.9
Overall this was an excellent experience!
4.9
Ten Bits was even better than we imagined. Check in was easy, the room was beautiful and clean, and the views were incredible. The whole place is wrapped in gorgeous scenery. Our only wish was that we could have stayed longer. We got in late and then woke up early to find it snowing hard, and had to pack up quick. Would have loved to enjoy everything Ten Bits has to offer. Would book again in a heartbeat!
FAQs
How much does this apartment hotel cost compared to others in Big Bend National Park?
The average price for a rental in Big Bend National Park is $380 per night. This rental is $79 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #10 (The Mercantile). For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment hotel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #10 (The Mercantile) pet friendly?
Yes! This apartment hotel is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #10 (The Mercantile)?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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