Ocotillo Willow Mountain Vista • South House

⭐️ ONLY 10 mins to Big Bend National Park & Ghost Town
⭐️ Brand new home on 47 private acres
⭐️ Designed by world-renowned architects Lake|Flato
⭐️ Fully stocked kitchen + coffee
⭐️ Peaceful + secluded
⭐️ Panoramic mountain views
⭐️ BBQ grill & fire pit
⭐️ 2 full bathrooms w/ Public Goods toiletries
⭐️ Outdoor dining
⭐️ Washer & dryer
⭐️ Fast WiFi
⭐️ Ample parking
⭐️ Darkest skies in the lower 48
⭐️ 2 bedrooms (King in one, one queen bed in second) + rollaway and futon mat
⭐️ Record player & TV

Guests have full, private access to this home and the surrounding property. It sits on 47 private acres with views from every angle and no other neighbors in sight. A matching sister home is about 800 feet away, positioned to keep both houses private. Book this home on its own, or reserve both together for a larger groups message us for info and availability on the other home.

Ocotillo is accessed off a main paved road, via a well-maintained dirt driveway. A 4x4 is not required, regular cars do fine. If it rains, stay on the gravel.

The neighborhood is quiet and safe: close enough for short drives to the area’s main attractions, private enough to feel secluded once you’re at the house.

This is a self check in process.

No cameras inside the home.
Ring camera at the entry door. One camera monitors the dumpster and entrance, another monitors parking and the storage shed.
Ocotillo House Rules
This booking is Ocotillo, the south house at Willow Mountain Vista. Estrella, the north house, sits about 100 yards away and may be occupied by other guests. Please respect their space.
Guest count must be accurate at booking. Maximum occupancy is 7. Everyone on the property must be disclosed on the reservation. No extra guests without prior approval. Message us if you need to update the number. No pets at Ocotillo.
Check-in and check-out Check-in is 4:00 p.m. Check-out is 10:00 a.m. Central. You will receive a door code and a welcome message before arrival. Early check-in can be purchased with prior approval. It is not guaranteed unless extra staff is available, and fees apply. Late check-out may be billed as an additional night. We are in Central Time. Cell phones may connect to towers in Mexico and set your clock back one hour. Confirm your phone is on Central Time so you are not late and do not incur late fees. An RV counts toward guest count and occupancy. Bringing a self-sufficient RV? Send us the details for a custom quote.
Beds already on site One king bedroom, a second bedroom with two queen beds, one rollaway in the closet, and a pack-and-play in the closet for infants.
Water and power: Water is hauled in by truck and stored in 6,000-gallon tanks, so we ask guests to use it thoughtfully. There will be plenty for your stay. Please skip baths, keep showers short (about 5 minutes), don’t leave the tap running, and run the dishwasher only when full. We keep drinking water in the dispenser by the sink; bringing a little extra is smart in this part of the desert, and it’s good to have emergency water in the car.
Septic: flush toilet paper only.
Parking Park on the gravel at all times. Do not drive off the drive or pad onto the desert. Do not block the sister house or the shared dumpster. The driveway is compact dirt and gravel. No 4x4 is required in dry weather. After rain it can get muddy. Stop on the road if needed and walk the short distance through the parking area to the house. Stay on the gravel.
Trash Keep trash in the house, in the large receptacle by the back door, or in the dumpster on the driveway. Secure it from wildlife. Do not leave bags on the porch.
Land and safety You may walk the acreage at your own risk. Stay generally near the homes. Do not cross arroyos, bluffs, hills, or property lines. Do not climb the bluffs or cliffs. If you want the property-line map, ask us. Do not wander onto adjoining ranch land. Do not use Estrella’s decks, patio, or indoor space. Do not collect rocks, plants, or firewood. Stay at least 15 feet from cliffs, arroyos, and drop-offs. Be alert for uneven terrain, cacti, snakes, and other wildlife. Keep children in sight outdoors. Do not feed or approach wildlife. Do not leave food, trash, grills, or coolers outside overnight. Use a flashlight after dark. Do not reach under rocks. Do not kill or move a snake — stay back and text us. There is no hospital in Terlingua. Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Sound carries. No projected sound after 10:30 p.m. Follow the dark-sky ordinance — use minimal lighting at night. No smoking or vaping indoors.
Cameras Ring camera at the entry door. One camera monitors the dumpster and entrance. One camera monitors parking and the storage shed. No cameras inside the home.
Child safety- there are no outlet covers, also no railing on outdoor patio steps so please watch children.
Fires, cooking, and prohibited items Bring your own firewood. Do not leave a fire unattended. No fires when it is windy. Fires must be fully out when you are done. Fires are not recommended during burn bans. Outdoor cooking equipment must be on flat ground, at least 20 feet from structures. Fully extinguish heat sources after use. No fireworks, firearms, or confetti (confetti cleanup fee: $100).
Pets No pets at Ocotillo. An unapproved animal can end the stay plus a fee of up to $1,000. Pets are allowed at Estrella only. If you are traveling with a dog, book Estrella or the full-property buyout.
Events This listing is one house, not a venue rental. If you want an event, extra visitors, vendors, or hired staff, you must rent the full property (both homes and the 47 acres) and get approval from us first. Events of up to 60 people will be considered. Message us and we will put a custom package together. A separate venue agreement will apply. Unapproved events are subject to a $1,000 fine. An event includes a ceremony, dinner for extra people, tents, DJ or projected sound, generator, catering, lighting, décor, hair and makeup stations, dinner scapes, media, paid photoshoots, and commercial photography. Do not list this address as a venue. The guest does not have the right to sublet the premises.
How to reach us This is a self check-in. For help, message us through the Airbnb or Vrbo app. If it is urgent, call or text the number in your welcome message. In a true emergency, dial 911. We are real people, not an AI or a big company, and we need sleep. Please avoid non-emergency messages between 9:30 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. We cannot send maintenance or housekeeping overnight, so we will respond first thing in the morning. Quick examples: locked out and it is below freezing → emergency, call us anytime. A spider, something not working, or you want to add a night → not urgent, message us after 6:00 a.m.
Also know Guests are responsible for the cost of any damage, extra cleaning, or losses caused by themselves or their visitors. Guests must follow all local laws. Illegal activity may end the stay without a refund. We do our best to keep everything in good working order, but we cannot promise that utilities or amenities will always be available without interruption. Storm-related outages are not eligible for a refund. Your booking confirms that you understand and agree to these rules. Failure to comply may result in additional charges or ending your stay without a refund.