Tiny Terlingua is minutes from the historic Terlingua Ghosttown, conveniently situated between Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. The park entrance is 10 minutes away. This little house is tucked away on the corner of 5 acres with plenty of room for enjoying a campfire, viewing the night sky and watching an amazing sunrise. A peaceful desert paradise perfect for nature lovers!

Tiny Terlingua is a partially solar-powered earth friendly home offering a kitchenette, an upstairs loft bedroom and a separate bathhouse that is bigger than the house! Grid-tied air conditioners and heaters in both the house and the bathhouse offer sweet respite from the summer heat and the winter cold. The wrap around porch provides all-day shade for the house and outdoor living space.

KITCHEN - The kitchen area is small but has everything you'll need for a short stay - a three burner propane cooktop, a copper farmhouse vessel sink and a mini fridge. A coffee pot, percolator and water kettle are provided as well as a french press for making coffee or tea. Coffee and a selection of teas are also provided. There are drinking glasses, coffee mugs, small plates, bowls, some flatware, a stainless steel skillet, a small pot and cooking utensils. There is also a Weber grill - please bring your own charcoal.

LOFT - The bedroom is an upstairs loft which is accessible by ladder. Watch the stars from a super comfy full size mattress with big fluffy pillows. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ARE COMFORTABLE CLIMBING A LADDER BEFORE BOOKING THIS RENTAL. Climbing in and out of the loft bed on a narrow, steep ladder requires agility and balance. See the photos in this listing and consider whether you will be able to climb up and down from the loft without putting yourself in danger. There is a twin-size futon downstairs for lounging or for sleeping another guest. Additional pillows and sheets for the futon are available upon request.

BATHHOUSE - The bathroom is a separate building just a short walk from the house. Custom vanity, large rainshower and a window unit air conditioner make this bathhouse super comfortable. Its just as big as the house! Towels, handsoap, body wash, shampoo and conditioner are all provided.

OUTSIDE - Although there are solar lights positioned around the house outside, I strongly advise bringing a flashlight to get around after dark.

I live on the opposite side of the property and am available anytime for questions about the area.

Other Things to Note:

- Tiny Terlingua is located on a bumpy dirt road but is accessible by most vehicles if traveled slowly.

- I share my space with two dogs. Kutsy is a 9 year old husky ridgeback mix weighing about 60 pounds. Banjo is a 5 year old mixed breed weighing 45 pounds. They rarely make an appearance at the tiny house but if you do see them, they are friendly.

- Smoking is allowed but only outside. Please dispose of your cigarette butts in the ashtray provided,

- Must climb stairs - There is a sliding library ladder to access the bedroom loft.

Terlingua Ghosttown, Starlight Theatre, Terlingua Trading Post and Posada Milagro Coffee Shop are all a short drive from the house or a pleasant fifteen minute walk. The entrance to Big Bend National Park is about twenty minutes away and Big Bend Ranch State Park HQ is twenty minutes in the other direction. The Cottonwood Store is our local grocery store and carries just about anything you could need. Its a ten minute drive from the house.

HOUSE MANUAL:
The solar system by which the house is run is a substantial system. That being said, the power provided is not infinite and must be managed. Just a few cloudy days and leaving appliances run all day and night can cause a system fault. Learning to manage your power is an integral part of off grid living. Please do not bring a microwave, toaster oven, coffee pot or hot water kettle. All of these things require a lot of power and will either drastically deplete the power supply or fault the system. Likewise, a jet-powered hair dryer will not work. I have provided a small hairdryer that will do the job without consuming too much power.

PROPANE COOKTOP
The cooktop requires a stick lighter for lighting which you will find in the utensils can on the countertop. The gas supply is located in an outdoor closet on the south side of the house. There is a spare gas tank in the bench on the west side of the house. If you are not comfortable changing out the gas tank, please let me know and I’ll be more than happy to change it.

DARK SKY
We love and cherish our night sky. Please do not leave the outside porch light on overnight.

NOISE
Voices carry a long way out here and depending on the direction of the wind, your conversations can be heard farther away than you think - and very clearly, I might add. Quiet time is between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. No loud music, no parties and no yelling. Thanks!