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An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a central fire feature, and a view of the evening sky. - Tjs Serene abode (Marathon)
A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a countertop with a toaster, and a shelf above with jars and glassware. - Tjs Serene abode (Marathon)
A dining area with a table, chairs, a vase, and a bottle. - Tjs Serene abode (Marathon)
A living room with a white fireplace, a flat-screen TV on top, and a framed picture to the left. - Tjs Serene abode (Marathon)
A pantry with shelves stocked with jars and containers, a can of soup, and a box of cereal. - Tjs Serene abode (Marathon)
Immerse yourself in the serenity of Marathon, where spacious accommodations await. With a central location, explore BBNP and enjoy cocktails at 12 Gage or live music most weekends in palacial gardens. A beautiful covered patio invites sunset views on Elephant Mt.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms980 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Tjs Serene abode

  • This bright and airy 3/2 offers enough comfort for you and your guests. The covered patio offers spectacular views of the sunset and wide open space to view the awe inspiring night skies. This is a great central location for all your west Texas adventures. Just north of BBNP and BBSP and east of Davis Mt State Park it's central location allows you to see all that West Texas has to offer!

    Located on the NE side of town this large lot offers expansive views, privacy and lots of room for you and your guests. The kitchen is fully stocked, and spices are provided as well as a coffee station.



    Hanging out in Marathon? Grab great cocktails & char-broiled steaks at the Gage. Award-winning BBQ at Brick Vault and iced coffee at V6 coffee shop. We also have Desert Ghost Distillery and Ghostfire Pizza. Don't skip the 27-acre palatial Gage Gardens. 

    Come visit our high desert Oasis .





    Please do not hesitate to messages me with any questions

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 99 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 980 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 99 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 fire extinguisher
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

About the area

Marathon is home to this holiday home. Local points of interest include Mount Ord. Visit our Marathon travel guide
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Marathon, TX

What's nearby

  • Sul Ross State University
    33 min drive - 38.6 miles
  • Museum of the Big Bend
    36 min drive - 40.8 miles
  • Kokernot Municipal Park
    36 min drive - 40.5 miles
  • Alpine Municipal Pool
    37 min drive - 40.8 miles
  • Shipman Park
    38 min drive - 42.4 miles

Restaurants

  • White Buffalo Bar
    15 min walk
  • V6 Coffee Bar
    14 min walk
  • 12 Gage Restaurant
    15 min walk
  • J&G Grill
    7 min walk
  • Marcie's Kitchen
    23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tjs Serene abode pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 99 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Tjs Serene abode?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tjs Serene abode?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tjs Serene abode?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tjs Serene abode located?

Situated in Marathon, this holiday home is within 32 miles (52 km) of Sul Ross State University, Sul Ross Desk and Big Bend Regional Medical Center. Kiowa Gallery and Museum of the Big Bend are also within 32 miles (52 km).

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Tjs Serene abode 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Had a great stay. Place was clean and comfortable. Host was very responsive. Cute little town and decent distance to Big Bend National Park. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terri V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Stay

Our host was great at communicating with us. The B&B was very clean with ample room for the four of us. We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Time

The property was perfect for our stay in Marathon. House was immaculate and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

PRETTY J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place to stay

We had a great stay! Loved the layout of the rooms, and there's lots of space, plenty for the 5 of us. We had everything we needed and the house was clean. Kitchen and bath was stocked well with necessities, and everyone had a good night's sleep. Calm and quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Marathon Texas

Great place! Really well thought out, it had everything we could need. Super clean and comfortable. Definitely would book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 bedroom two bath home has everything you would need from kitchen supplies to access detergent and washer and dryer use. Serene inside and out. Plenty of parking. Easy to locate. Nice fire pit and lounge area for outdoor use. Thank you for a great experience we look forward to future visits.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house in West Texas!

This spacious desert abode was our perfect home base for our trip to Big Bend. Since we had a group of five we wanted to be comfortable and relax in Marathon! Great location with easy access to all of the amenities in town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Becky B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Marathon neighborhood

Good choice for our one night stay in Marathon. We like to stop here on our way to Big Bend to enjoy the White Buffalo Bar at the Gage. The house was clean and comfortable for our group of 5.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice outdoor space

Newly updated. Close to the boarder of Big Bend. Good size space.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Marathon Stay

Extremely clean VRBO. Very much appreciated the fully stocked supplies. Nicely decorated. Owner/Manager was immediately responsive. Loved the front porch! This was a perfect place for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amber R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick stay comfortable space

The spacious rental was comfortable had everything we needed for our quick stay. We all slept well and enjoyed the showers. Host was very nice a replied quickly. Cell service around rge area is spotty but wifi is a life saver.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rhett H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay, good location, quiet spot.

Came into Marathon for one night. Nice to have a spot to ourselves after a long drive. Good space for kids, master bedroom on opposite side of home. Did a load of laundry too. Woke up after moon set to see the Milky Way. Would rent again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and perfect for a quick visit to big bend

Plenty of towels. Nice patio. Everything you need. And very clean. Honestly if you are going to big bend this place is a straight shot into the park. 40 min or so. Not likely to find a place closer. Highly recommend. Recommend bringing in food with you as there really isn’t great food options around the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Regis R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nice area and we had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lydia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the stay and house.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great and issues were immediately addressed and our host was the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, kitchen was stocked & even had spices, very well lit for the area. Would definitely recommend or stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

This property was great for our stop on the way into Big Bend. We would have loved to stay longer and enjoy it!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesse W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for our little group. Loved the front porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cleanliness. Place has definitely improved from last year. Only 4- of us stayed and we will book this place again next year
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was great. She let us drop off our luggage and bikes early in the day. That way we were able to drive down and enjoy Big Bend National Park without everything in the car. House is large and clean. The kitchen is well stocked.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came in for a 70 birthday party/family reunion and stayed here. The place is super cute and was super clean. It had so kinds of stuff including a huge selection of coffees and teas. We would definitely stay here again. Host was also super quick to respond with any answers to any questions we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, low key stay

Decent distance from the park as well as Marfa. No major complaints at all
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything was ok

It was better stay then the Marathon Motel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miles L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Marathon

Great spot in marathon. Perfect for me and my two boys.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025