Title: La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas Holiday home in Marathon with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas ![Interior - La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas (Marathon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18840000/18839200/18839118/25452445.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas (Marathon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18840000/18839200/18839118/4d836bc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas (Marathon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18840000/18839200/18839118/6709f1dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player - La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas (Marathon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18840000/18839200/18839118/3966a8a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas (Marathon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18840000/18839200/18839118/534d24a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the Old West charm at La Casa Vieja, a beautifully restored 1917 farmhouse in Marathon. This gorgeously appointed hacienda features custom woodwork, an open floor plan, and a private patio/courtyard perfect for relaxation. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6950 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas Take a step back in time to the Old West. It doesn't get much more atmospheric than this, folks. A real piece of West Texas history, La Casa Vieja is a gorgeously restored home in Marathon, Texas that was originally an old farmhouse built in 1917\. Now, more than 100 years later, it is a beautiful little hacienda, complete with a casita at the rear of the property that can accommodate additional guests. Located at the foot of Big Bend National Park and just a few blocks from the world-famous Gage Hotel, this property is a stunner. With custom woodwork throughout, this delicately-appointed 950-square-foot home sits on a corner lot and offers a beautiful enclosed private patio/courtyard for privacy. Surrounded by pretty, native desert vegetation, the custom features of this home are far too numerous to mention. Here are a list of just some of them: \~ 10 ft. ceilings \~ Open floor plan \~ Latilla ceiling in living room featuring wood beams with corbels \~ Pressed tin tile ceiling in kitchen \~ Saltillo tile and original refinished hardwood flooring \~ Mesquite custom–built kitchen bar top \~ Kraftmaid hickory cabinets in kitchen \~ Pendant lighting \~ Tiled backsplash \~ Textured walls \~ Kiva fireplace in living room \~ Alhambra-tiled shower and Talavera-tiled sink in bathroom \~ Original, restored antique old Mexico wood church doors (1920) at front entry \~ Spacious closet \~ Private and tranquil courtyard w/additional, outdoor kiva fireplace \~ Shaded front porch \~ Flat-screen satellite TV \~ Wifi enabled The home features evaporative cooling and heating units. A new metal fence adds privacy to this exquisite property. Other details worth mentioning include: Completely new electrical and plumbing, insulation in the flooring, walls and ceilings, gas stove and water heater, and a metal roof w/ original tin on sides. Whether you're here for a wedding or event, are on an artist's retreat, are off to explore the surrounding area, or are simply here to enjoy the peaceful, gorgeous surroundings, La Casa Vieja is your home away from home in Marathon. For more information about this stunning region and its attractions, visit the visitbigbend website. (And check out our Facebook page! You can find us at @lacasaviejamarathon on the Facebook site.) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Casa Vieja Adorable Hideaway Marathon Texas House Casa Vieja Adorable Hideaway Texas House Casa Vieja Adorable Hideaway Marathon Texas Casa Vieja Adorable Hideaway Marathon Texas House Casa Vieja Adorable Hideaway Texas House Casa Vieja Adorable Hideaway Marathon Texas Casa Vieja Adorable Hideaway Texas La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas Marathon La Casa Vieja Adorable Hideaway In Marathon Texas Vrbo Property La Casa Vieja Adorable Hideaway In Marathon Texas La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas Marathon ## About the area Marathon is home to this holiday home. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Marathon travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Marathon.dx129845) [View more Holiday homes in Marathon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Marathon-Private-Holiday-Homes.d129845-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.21073%2C-103.24209&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zFQn-ytcTLfdD-7N2IjONWKk-Wk=) Marathon, TX ### What's nearby - Sul Ross State University 32 min drive \- 38.2 miles - Big Bend Regional Medical Center 34 min drive \- 40.1 miles - Museum of the Big Bend 35 min drive \- 40.3 miles - Kokernot Municipal Park 35 min drive \- 39.8 miles - Kokernot Field 36 min drive \- 41.2 miles ### Getting around - Midland, TX (MAF-Midland Intl.) 172 min drive ### Restaurants - White Buffalo Bar 10 min walk - V6 Coffee Bar 9 min walk - Marathon Coffee 12 min walk - 12 Gage Restaurant 10 min walk - J&G Grill 12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas? ### What time is check-in at La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas? ### What time is check-out at La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas? ### Where is La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## La Casa Vieja - Adorable Hideaway In Marathon, Texas Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 181 8 - Good 21 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### David G. 9 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great place to stay. The outdoor area is very nice. Really enjoyed it ##### David G. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Celeste W. 26 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Loved the house and casita…both charming and a perfect fit for the location. We loved the cozy courtyard! ##### Celeste W. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donald E. 3 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Property was very cute, Second bedroom is a separate building opening into the same courtyard as the main house. ##### Donald E. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cassandra K. 6 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Marathon. We couldn’t have asked for more and loved the convenience to Big Bend National Park. If we get back to this area we would definitely stay here again! ##### Cassandra K. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tara N. 5 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful and quiet We absolutely loved staying at La Casa Vieja. It was very comfortable and had everything we needed. Loved the courtyard! Each night we would build a fire and enjoy the peace and quiet. We would definitely stay there again. ##### Tara N. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan H. 20 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Big Bend Family Vacation La Casa Vieja worked out great as our home for our family trip to BBNP. The home was a great fit for my family. My teenage sons liked having the separate casita to stay in. We had great weather to hang out in the courtyard by the fireplace in the evenings. ##### Jonathan H. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Noel S. 21 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place in Marathon! Home is beautiful and perfect for our family of four. Marathon served as our ‘basecamp’ for big bend (and Marfa) - only regret is. Or staying an extra day to relax and enjoy all the home had to offer! ##### Noel S. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John K. 21 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice and neat house Great place to stay and such a neat little house. Perfect for couple and a friend. ##### John K. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shelby N. 12 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute House Loved this little house! Perfect stay for my mother and i, as well as my dogs. Very close to Big Bend and The Gage Hotel! ##### Shelby N. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa D. 21 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Casa Vieja Great base location for Big Bend National Park and Alpine. We enjoyed the courtyard & the quiet neighborhood! ##### Lisa D. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven D. 16 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely property Stayed for 4 nights in Marathon at this cool place. Loved the walking accessibility to Gage properties. The house and casita were nicely appointed in Texas desert style, bed was comfortable, shower spacious, water hot, and kitchen had the things we needed. We really loved the patio! ##### Steven D. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debbir W. 13 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Can't wait to go back! One of the most wonderful places we have ever stayed!!! Charming, cozy, clean! Loved the kiva fireplaces! We needed to rest and this was the perfect place! ##### Debbir W. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cameron C. 27 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Stay in Marathon La Casa Vieja is a wonderful classic West Texas hacienda with an elegant charm. Clean, picturesque, convenient, and safe. Love the courtyard. Recommended, will stay again. ##### Cameron C. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Elizabeth H. 30 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Marathon Casita Very comfortable Great Courtyard ##### Elizabeth H. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terry M. 19 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Escape The house is very cozy, with a touch of rustic, southwest charm. I spent four nights and enjoyed exploring Big Bend NP, the nearby town of Alpine and the quaint town of Marathon. It is a beautiful 60 minute drive to Big Bend. I wish that I had had more time to spend on the very private outside patio, enjoying the dark sky. The house was very comfortable, adequately equipped, clean and safe. ##### Terry M. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### carrie m. 29 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Great Getaway We loved our stay at La Casa Vieja! Super Cute & Oh So Cozy! Having the private Courtyard outside was Wonderful! Great location to downtown Marathon & not too far from Big Bend National Park! ##### carrie m. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelley P. 19 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for a stay in Marathon! Rented the house/casita for an annual weekend getaway to Marathon with friends. The courtyard and outdoor fireplace are the star of the show! We enjoyed evening hangs out there with the ease of access to house and casita. Nicely stocked full kitchen and lovely bathrooms. Has everything you need for a great stay. ##### Kelley P. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barry W. 9 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay at the La Casa Viejo My wife and I really enjoyed your home. It was very comfortable and near all the restaurants in Marathon which is mainly the Gage Hotel. Easy access to Big Bend National Park which was about an hour away. In Marathon, we witnessed Javelinas and an Ostrich. ##### Barry W. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeanne K. 10 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a Perfect Place to Stay This house is so charming. It is exactly as advertised and the host was very responsive and helpful . We would definitely stay here again. The location of the house was perfect for going to Big Bend, Terlingua and Alpine. Marathon is a charming little town with very friendly people. The Gage hotel was an awesome night spot. The French Grocer was perfect for anything we forgot to bring. ##### Jeanne K. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kenneth C. 3 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Property. Town lacks restaurant options. The property was perfect place for me and my dad. We both had our own private rooms while the main house gave us a good gathering place for after a long day in Big Bend. Only disappointment was that Marathon doesn't have much restaurant wise during the week. ##### Kenneth C. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Douglas A. 26 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Second stay This was our group's second stay at Casa Viejo and it was excellent again. Very comfortable and well-stocked with kitchenware and all the necessities; nicely located at the edge of downtown Marathon and a beautiful straight-shot drive down to Big Bend National Park. Marathon is a great dark skies location and the stars were blazing overhead for the entire stay. ##### Douglas A. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Audrey T., Round Rock 22 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Enchanting property in a quiet neighborhood. The property was perfect & we were able to see the stars from the courtyard! Love! Hope to visit again! ##### Audrey T. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sandy k. 17 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### February/March 2024 My step-daughter and son-in-law stayed and enjoyed it as much as my husband and me the year before. Very comfortable and peaceful location. ##### sandy k. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patti M. 1 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gateway to Big Bend Magical home with beautiful courtyard and really two houses in one. Perfect spot to head out to Big Bend or Davis Mountains. Serene setting that will wipe away the city the minute you arrive. ##### Patti M. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason R. 7 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique Home in West Texas Our family enjoyed the historic adobe home, courtyard, and casita. Marathon is a quaint town just north of Big Bend NP. We enjoyed using La Casa Vieja as a home base for day trips into the national park, state park, and surrounding towns. Stock up on the essentials in Fort Stockton, but make sure to try the offerings at the local restaurants and the French Grocer. ##### Jason R. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ---