Big Sky Marfa: 3Bed 2.5Bath, desert views, modern amenities, 1 acre NW of town
House in Marfa, TX
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 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
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
About this house rental
Welcome to Big Sky Marfa! Come relax and unwind in our modern and designer decorated (Austin based Katie Marye with Studio Tupelo) 2400 sf house situated on 1.2 acres. This very private house is nestled on the edge of town yet it’s only 10 blocks from the Courthouse and restaurants. From our spacious covered back patio you will have unobstructed views of stunning ranch land, gorgeous sunsets and dark skies for nightly star gazing. We promise that you will not want to leave!
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The space
Big Sky Marfa is large enough for guests to spread out or group together for dinner, movies and games. It comes equipped with:
Open floorpan (kitchen/dining/living).
* Saltillo tile floors, plaster walls and vintage Turkish rugs and pillows throughout.
* Large living room with 16' ceiling and clerestory windows, french doors opening to the back patio, comfortable couch, wood burning kiva fireplace, projector and movies, and a TV (cable not provided, please use your own netflix/hulu/amazon/etc. accounts).
* State of the art kitchen featuring a Wolfe range, Subzero fridge and windows with great views of the ranch land and a glass door that leads out to the patio.
* Dining room with a large 10-person dining table and a Bose speaker with bluetooth.
* Windowed game room facing the front of the house with a three person equipale table and a window bench that is perfect for playing cards and watching the sunrise.
* Large covered back patio w/ 8 person table, gas BBQ grill, lounging chair and stunning sunset views.
* Fenced backyard (wire fence so you don’t see it) with an acre of paths and native desert plants.
* Large covered front porch with a table and chairs to view the early morning sunrise.
* Spacious master suite with king bed, wood burning kiva fireplace, comfortable chairs and french doors leading out to the back patio. There is also a luxurious ensuite bathroom featuring two separate vanities, a Kolher tub for Two tub and a two person walk in rain shower.
* Two guest bedrooms with queen beds, natural light and beautiful decor. Each bedroom has a closet, chair, table and french doors that open to a front porch with chairs.
* A full size guest bathroom located off the hallway that is shared by the two guest bedrooms. The bathroom has a spacious shower.
* Laundry room with a utility sink and a full size washer and dryer. The laundry room is off the garage and also serves as a mud room for shoes, coats and gear.
* A half bath is located off the mud/laundry room.
* Large garage opens into the laundry/mud room which then connects to the kitchen. The garage also has a second refrigerator and access to the backyard.
Guest access
All parts of the house are accessible with the exception of the following:
1. Master closet is locked. Garment rack with rolling wheels is provided.
2. Basement is locked.
Other things to note
Internet access is provided via wifi. AT&T goes down often so please don’t depend on it for work. Please read House Manual for detailed information.
Wildlife: Because our house is on the edge of town, we are fortunate enough to have an abundance of wildlife. If you keep watch, you may see a bobcat, javelinas, bats and beautiful birds. You may also encounter thorns, scorpions and snakes so always take care when walking around outside. It is wise to always wear shoes when walking around in the yard.
Bats: We sometimes have a bat colony that lives in the front eaves of our house. We are grateful for the bats because they eat the mosquitoes. However, the downside to having bats is you may find bat guano on the front porch. While we do our best to sweep it away, it comes back quickly. Please excuse their poor bathroom habits.
Extra Pillows/Fans/Blankets/Pack-n-Play can be found in the first guest bedroom closet.
Additional Information
Big Sky is nestled in the northwest quadrant of Marfa and has the darkest skies of the lower 48 states. From our property, the view to the north during the day is of the Davis Mountain range, to the east is the town of Marfa, to the west is rolling West Texas cattle land (home of some brilliant sunsets), and to the south is the Chihuahuan Desert and Chinati Peak. Big Bend is about and hour and a half away and the McDonald Observatory is about 40 minutes to the north (a trip worth making)!
More information
Getting around
Big Sky is a (beautiful) 10-15 minute walk from the heart of downtown. Or bring your bikes and ride to town. Electric bikes are available at Ebike Marfa.
Permit #S101.
More information
The space
Big Sky Marfa is large enough for guests to spread out or group together for dinner, movies and games. It comes equipped with:
Open floorpan (kitchen/dining/living).
* Saltillo tile floors, plaster walls and vintage Turkish rugs and pillows throughout.
* Large living room with 16' ceiling and clerestory windows, french doors opening to the back patio, comfortable couch, wood burning kiva fireplace, projector and movies, and a TV (cable not provided, please use your own netflix/hulu/amazon/etc. accounts).
* State of the art kitchen featuring a Wolfe range, Subzero fridge and windows with great views of the ranch land and a glass door that leads out to the patio.
* Dining room with a large 10-person dining table and a Bose speaker with bluetooth.
* Windowed game room facing the front of the house with a three person equipale table and a window bench that is perfect for playing cards and watching the sunrise.
* Large covered back patio w/ 8 person table, gas BBQ grill, lounging chair and stunning sunset views.
* Fenced backyard (wire fence so you don’t see it) with an acre of paths and native desert plants.
* Large covered front porch with a table and chairs to view the early morning sunrise.
* Spacious master suite with king bed, wood burning kiva fireplace, comfortable chairs and french doors leading out to the back patio. There is also a luxurious ensuite bathroom featuring two separate vanities, a Kolher tub for Two tub and a two person walk in rain shower.
* Two guest bedrooms with queen beds, natural light and beautiful decor. Each bedroom has a closet, chair, table and french doors that open to a front porch with chairs.
* A full size guest bathroom located off the hallway that is shared by the two guest bedrooms. The bathroom has a spacious shower.
* Laundry room with a utility sink and a full size washer and dryer. The laundry room is off the garage and also serves as a mud room for shoes, coats and gear.
* A half bath is located off the mud/laundry room.
* Large garage opens into the laundry/mud room which then connects to the kitchen. The garage also has a second refrigerator and access to the backyard.
Guest access
All parts of the house are accessible with the exception of the following:
1. Master closet is locked. Garment rack with rolling wheels is provided.
2. Basement is locked.
Other things to note
Internet access is provided via wifi. AT&T goes down often so please don’t depend on it for work. Please read House Manual for detailed information.
Wildlife: Because our house is on the edge of town, we are fortunate enough to have an abundance of wildlife. If you keep watch, you may see a bobcat, javelinas, bats and beautiful birds. You may also encounter thorns, scorpions and snakes so always take care when walking around outside. It is wise to always wear shoes when walking around in the yard.
Bats: We sometimes have a bat colony that lives in the front eaves of our house. We are grateful for the bats because they eat the mosquitoes. However, the downside to having bats is you may find bat guano on the front porch. While we do our best to sweep it away, it comes back quickly. Please excuse their poor bathroom habits.
Extra Pillows/Fans/Blankets/Pack-n-Play can be found in the first guest bedroom closet.
Additional Information
Big Sky is nestled in the northwest quadrant of Marfa and has the darkest skies of the lower 48 states. From our property, the view to the north during the day is of the Davis Mountain range, to the east is the town of Marfa, to the west is rolling West Texas cattle land (home of some brilliant sunsets), and to the south is the Chihuahuan Desert and Chinati Peak. Big Bend is about and hour and a half away and the McDonald Observatory is about 40 minutes to the north (a trip worth making)!
More information
Getting around
Big Sky is a (beautiful) 10-15 minute walk from the heart of downtown. Or bring your bikes and ride to town. Electric bikes are available at Ebike Marfa.
Permit #S101.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Garden
Map of Marfa, TX
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
Great house, just can’t say enough of things about it. Wouldn’t change a thing
5.0 / 5.0
I've rented this home 3 times, and every time I do, I'm equally impressed with how special it is. The space is a perfect mix of desert + modern; located on the outskirts of the town, its view from the back patio is completely unobstructed into the desert for miles. Everything is comfortable and clean, and the place evokes a perfect desert atmosphere. Our dealings with the property manager were outstanding. The best surprise occurred on our last trip, when, sitting on the back patio at night, we caught the Marfa Lights! (Trust, I didn't believe they were real until I saw them myself...) This house truly is a gem.
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful house and great location.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful house on a great piece of property in west Texas. Perfect place to relax and enjoy the weekend. Communication with the owner was great, checkin process really easy and the property was in great shape.
Highly recommend this house and will absolutely try to book again next time out this way
5.0 / 5.0
loved it.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful house on gorgeous land, would definitely recommend to others and plan to stay here again in the future.
5.0 / 5.0
This house was amazing. What a great spot to enjoy all of west Texas from.
5.0 / 5.0
Despite the hot temps, Big Sky Marfa helped us find the relief we needed. Great House with a great floorplan. My wife and i enjoyed the large master and the kids enjoyed the separate rooms. The Sunset is indescribable!! There is no neighboring properties to block the west Texas sunset... Enjoy the table out in the yard!!
5.0 / 5.0
The home and grounds are lovely, like the photos but larger in person. The skies are incredible to watch from the back deck and living room, from dawn til dusk. "Big Sky" is an apt name!
3.0 / 5.0
Marfa is charming!!
5.0 / 5.0
We went to Marfa with our children and absolutely loved the home. It backs up to large open land perfect for watching sunsets, walks and stargazing. The home is artfully decorated and welcoming with a large open kitchen perfect for cooking. Would recommend to anyone visiting Marfa.
5.0 / 5.0
The house was just perfect for us! Would definitely return❤️
5.0 / 5.0
We had a wonderful and relaxing time staying at this house. It was spacious, clean and well supplied. The backyard views are fabulous. Beautiful dark skies full of stars at night.
5.0 / 5.0
On the edge of town, away from the lights, with an excellent view of the open prairie. Plenty of space for kitchen work and meals, and comfortable and warm bedrooms. We sould definitely book again for a longer-term stay for using as an adventuring home base and roaming around the Davis Mountains / Big Bend.
5.0 / 5.0
This is our second stay at Big Sky House and we love it! The views are beautiful and the house is so well decorated and comfortable. I should note that the master bedroom and bath are very spacious and the other two bedrooms are small and share a hallway bath. Otherwise, everything is perfect!
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful house
This was a perfect place for spending some time with family and enjoying the Marfa area. We had plenty of space, a fantastic kitchen for cooking, great place to watch the sunsets. It was also nice to have a fenced yard for our dog. The house was clean comfortable and beautiful.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful and comfortable West Texas base
Big Sky is a gem of a house. It is beautifully decorated but in a practical way that makes it so livable. The location allowed for easy exploration of the surrounding area - Marfa, Alpine, Balmorhea, Fort Davis, and Big Bend. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful home with desert views
We had an amazing stay here! The home is beautifully designed and has a great set up with spacious common areas for everyone in your group. We enjoyed a relaxing stay and the lovely desert view from the back patio.
5.0 / 5.0
Marfa Trip with Pets
Amazing dog friendly property with scenic views of the Marfa terrain. It was our first time in Marfa but when we come back we will definitely try to stay at this property. My husband and I felt right at home over the long weekend. The property - is clean, located close to town, accurate description, Nest AC, all necessary dishwater, glassware, cookware, washer and dryer, Smart TV, grill, garage, is gated, and wifi. Highly recommend this propriety
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful views!
Beautiful property just as advertised. The views of the sunset and sunrise were spectacular! Can’t wait to stay here again.
5.0 / 5.0
True Marfan Experience
Being on the edge of town with that view was incredible. Gorgeous house too, loved the art and everything was awesome —thank you so much for having us! Cool stones in the garden, love the tub and that master shower!! Best trip I’ve had to Marfa.
5.0 / 5.0
Super cool adobe home with great location for stargazing
Well appointed home in a great setting. Plenty of space and just very conducive to relaxing on the patio. A great retreat after a day of exploring, and easy access to Big Bend and Fort Davis. The owner/property manager was responsive and helpful!
5.0 / 5.0
Peaceful desert hideaway
What a beautiful way to enjoy Marfa. The star gazing is fantastic on the back porch. The rooms were so comfortable. The kitchen was stellar. Beautiful living space and gorgeous art. We loved our stay!
5.0 / 5.0
Even Better Thank Listing!
Big Sky is such a gorgeous property and is even better in person!
The amenities and decor were of the highest quality and the West TX views are incredible. The space flows very well and it serves as the perfect retreat. Can't wait to return!
5.0 / 5.0
Magical Marfa
Our stay in Marfa was enhanced by our lodging at the Big Sky property. We especially enjoyed the wide open views of the desert landscape and the convenient location near the courthouse.
5.0 / 5.0
modern and cozy!
We had an amazing time at our stay here! We brought our two pups along. The house is spacious and gorgeous inside and out. Modern yet cozy, all the stucco and desert vibes — tall ceilings, amazingly furnished and decorated. Beds are extremely comfy and views are unmatched. The yard is large and fenced in, and both front and back porches are immaculate. Pictures really don’t do this place justice! We will be back and hopefully with a few more guests to enjoy this place. Didn’t need to contact the owner much as everything is easy to navigate and house is well equipped.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect Wedding Week Headquarters
We wanted a home to "live" in for the week that led up to our son's wedding in Marfa. We wanted a home that captured the wide-open skies and views of the desert and mountains this house delivered! Everything was very comfortable, especially the spacious master bedroom and bath. The second and third bedrooms share a hallway bath. The design aesthetic has a wonderful modern Marfa vibe.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfection
We've stayed in Marfa a few times now and this was absolutely our favorite house. Big, spacious, incredibly comfortable, and beautifully decorated. The kitchen is a dream. And sitting in the backyard and watching the sunset every night was a real highlight. We can't wait to come back!
5.0 / 5.0
West Texas Gem
Wonderful property on the edge of town. Convenient, very clean, and easy check in. Made our Marfa stay that much better! Would definitely stay again!!
5.0 / 5.0
A perfect house for Chinati Weekend
The house was perfect for my art-loving friends! We absolutely loved it.
5.0 / 5.0
Quiet Marfa Retreat
We really enjoyed our stay here. My husband, a friend and I were in town for a wedding. The house is very cute and clean. The master is in the back away from the two other bedrooms with an en suite (large) bathroom for plenty of privacy. It has a dishwasher, which many rentals in Marfa do not. The house is walking distance from town but a longer walk (we drove mostly). I enjoyed not being right in town, it was peaceful and scenic but still super convenient. We would definitely stay again.
5.0 / 5.0
Absolutely perfect spot
We enjoyed Big Sky Marfa as our home base for 5 nights while in West Texas. Thank you for such a wonderfully appointed home, we could not have asked for anything better...the home is more impressive than the photos. The location was great for the wedding we attended in Marfa, less than a mile away. Great day trips to Ft Davis, Big Bend, Lajitas golf course, Terlingua Ghost Town, Balmorhea State Park. Extra special touches like garage parking, keyless entry, awesome view of the stars on the back porch, kitchen that had everything, crisp white Parachute sheets. Thank you for hosting us! We hope to be back.
5.0 / 5.0
Lovely house with beautiful view
An overall wonderful experience. The house has great natural light, tasteful furniture and a beautiful unobstructed view looking out over the desert facing west offering a nightly sunset show. All three of the bedrooms were quote comfortable, and the primary bedroom was especially charming. We highly recommend this property and hope to visit it again next time we come to Marfa. Thanks!
5.0 / 5.0
Everything it was promised
We had a wonderful stay, the house and location was perfect for viewing the stars. The house was equipped with everything we needed. Amazing place to stay
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing Marfa Experience
This was a truly beautiful home completely set up and ready for you and yours to enjoy. All of the amenities you would need are available and everything is clean and easily accessed. The style of the property feels so unique but still comfortable and the views are unparalleled. Overall we had an excellent trip and would definitely re-book when we visit again.
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful Property
I cannot say enough nice things about this property. Marfa is wonderful but we ended up spending a lot of time on the back porch just taking in the beautiful vista with a lovely red. The property is HUGE and has wonderful natural lighting. House was super clean and the kitchen was a dream. Would recommend!
5.0 / 5.0
Great house with a great view
The house was big and very comfortable the view was beautiful. We had lots of space. The house had all we needed.
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful house with great views
This was our second time staying at Big Sky Marfa and we will definitely be back again! The house is on the edge of town so it has lovely, unobstructed sunset views. It’s very comfortable to relax, both inside and out. It had all the amenities we wanted and the host was very helpful. Our dog also loved the large yard. We highly recommend this property.
5.0 / 5.0
Great
Very nice place
2.5 / 5.0
This home is so perfect that we have stayed here twice. It's the best equiped home we have ever stayed in!!! Everything you could dream of needing in the kitchen, laundry room, baths, all the way down to dedicated dog towels!!!We love "Big Sky"....we will be back again. Local Chef Riley O'Brien cooked meals in the house for us...Fabulous.....consider hiring Riley. You wont be dissapointed.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Marfa?
The average price for a rental in Marfa is R 4,111 per night. This rental is R 6,599 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Big Sky Marfa: 3Bed 2.5Bath, desert views, modern amenities, 1 acre NW of town. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Big Sky Marfa: 3Bed 2.5Bath, desert views, modern amenities, 1 acre NW of town pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Big Sky Marfa: 3Bed 2.5Bath, desert views, modern amenities, 1 acre NW of town?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.