Title: Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #8 - The Courthouse Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 cabin # Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #8 - The Courthouse Cabin in Terlingua with kitchen and fireplace ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66310000/66308000/66307994/a0afd369.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66310000/66308000/66307994/9775487b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66310000/66308000/66307994/7e6dd4e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66310000/66308000/66307994/9f3bd368.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66310000/66308000/66307994/bd2eb2ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Welcome to Ten Bits Ranch, where the rugged off-grid site offers breathtaking views of dark sky stars, red craggy rocks and beautiful sunrise and sunset over surrounding mountains. Hike and explore over 550 private acres of land at leisure, prepare your own meal in the full guest kitchen or enjoy a self-serve continental breakfast. With amenities like satellite television, WiFi , gas & electric heat you'll feel comfortable in this unique West Texas old town experience. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Air conditioning £209 includes taxes & fees 18 Nov - 19 Nov ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #8 - The Courthouse Big Bend National Park and Big Bend State Park area lodging with a unique West Texas old town experience. Ten Bits Ranch has some of the most beautiful views in the Big Bend region of Texas. The rugged off grid Ten Bits Ranch site was chosen for its breathtaking views of the dark sky stars, red craggy rocks and the beautiful sunrise and sunset over the surrounding mountains. Guests of Ten Bits Ranch may hike and explore over 550 private acres of Ten Bits Ranch land at their leisure. Ten Bits Ranch is your own personal National Park without all the rules and restrictions of hiking the public land. Guests may have a complimentary self-serve continental breakfast or prepare your own meal 24/7 in the full guest kitchen and dining area in the shared Cantina space. Ten Bits Ranch is just (20) minutes from the Big Bend National Park entrance and (20) minutes from the historic Terlingua Ghost Town. Ten Bits Ranch is (20) minutes from local activities like the Big Bend rafting companies, Big Bend Stables horseback riding and the local bars & restaurants like the famous La Kiva Restaurant & Bar, Longdraw Pizza, StarlightTheatre, DB’s Rustic Iron BBQ, Chili Pepper Cafe and High Sierra Bar & Grill. Ten Bits Ranch is (25) minutes from the amazing Big Bend Ranch State Park and the beautiful Lajitas Golf Resort. Ten Bits Ranch has everything that you need to be comfortable (WiFi, AC, gas & electric heat, satellite television). The entire property is off grid and powered by the one of the largest (57.6 kW) privately owned solar power systems in Texas. Experience REAL West Texas off grid living in the Big Bend region with your own off grid oasis and 550-acre private park. Hike and explore right outside your room without the rules and limitations of the public parks. Hike with your pet, bring your ATV or motorcycle, build a fire, visit our shooting range or just have a drink, smoke a cigar or read a book on the porch or by the firepit and look at the beautiful mountains on the hotel property. Let the hundreds of acres and nearly complete freedom create a unique Big Bend experience. Ten Bits Ranch has some of the best views of the famous Big Bend stars. Since Ten Bits Ranch is completely off grid and located on 550 private acres, there are no neighbors and no ground lights to obscure the perfectly dark night sky. The amazing solitude is extremely quiet and peaceful day or night. If you come to Ten Bits Ranch when the moon cycle is dark, after 20 minutes (for your eyes to adjust), the stars will appear to surround you like a blanket. Be sure to watch for shooting stars. There is a shooting star in view at Ten Bits Ranch almost every week. Ten Bits Ranch offers a truly private, unique, off grid, dark sky star gazing experience that few people have the opportunity to see in person. The craggy Chimney Rock Mountain blocks out a beautiful black jagged silhouette in the blanket of stars. Well-behaved pets (and well-behaved people) are welcome at Ten Bits Ranch. Hike and explore at your leisure with both your 2 and 4 legged friends. Thank you for considering Ten Bits Ranch for your Big Bend Adventure. Wherever you choose to stay, the Big Bend area is a wild, unique and a truly beautiful place that is well worth the trip. Don’t just take our word for it, see what previous guests are saying in our reviews. The Courthouse (Room #8) is a very large private hotel room with 2 king beds, full sized couch, air conditioning, gas log fireplace, WIFI, satellite television, mini refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker and a large private bath, all in an old Western town setting. The Ten Bits Ranch Courthouse (Room #8) is part of an old West town themed setting. There is a Bank, Schoolhouse, Gun Shop, General Store, Steakhouse, Hattery, Gazette, Courthouse, Saloon, Hotel, Barber Shop, Saddle shop and Jail. There are several shared fire pits on Ten Bits Ranch, including one right outside the Courthouse (Room #8). There is a guest shared Cantina dining area with a full kitchen for your use. You may save a significant amount of time and money while in Big Bend by preparing your own meals in the shared Cantina kitchen. Built in 2020, the Ten Bits Ranch Courthouse (Room #8) is a highly engineered, high efficiency desert oasis with 14-inch-thick insulated reinforced concrete walls, geothermal heating and cooling in the floor, 8.5 inches of closed cell foam ceiling insulation (like a Yeti cooler) and 100% self-generated solar power. The Courthouse (Room #8) is nearly twice the size of a standard hotel room yet due to efficient construction the room uses only one quarter of the electric power of a normal room. Enjoy some of the best stars and mountain views in Big Bend all while staying in a real West Texas off grid setting. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Dining - Free breakfast available ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 4 pets total ### 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) ### General - Unit size: 400 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66170000/66168800/66168753/cf17df45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #6 (Texas Hattery) Terlingua - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Parking available 9.6 Exceptional 54 reviews £209 includes taxes & fees 16 Nov - 17 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=66168753&PinnedHotelID=66168753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45720000/45713000/45712934/b24b7570.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #1 (The Bank) Terlingua - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 180 reviews £168 includes taxes & fees 19 Nov - 20 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=45712934&PinnedHotelID=45712934&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66310000/66307200/66307150/f43539e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #7 - Ten Bits Gazette Terlingua - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 50 reviews £209 includes taxes & fees 11 Nov - 12 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=66307150&PinnedHotelID=66307150&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33670000/33667700/33667626/86d65947.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Mariposa: Restored Rock Ruin in Ghost Town Terlingua Ghost Town - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.6 Exceptional 113 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=33667626&PinnedHotelID=33667626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48680000/48672900/48672812/66ec8046.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Bend Bunkroom - affordable right outside Big Bend Nat'l Park. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 36 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Room #8 - Courthouse Terlingua 45926 Room #8 - Courthouse Private vacation home Room #8 - Courthouse Private vacation home Terlingua ## About the area ![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%7C29.46209%2C-103.55283&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9I2vHYIzw6YABPs5F5HCQefg5z4=) Terlingua, TX #### What's nearby - Many Stones - 21 min drive - 12.3 miles - Big Bend Library - 28 min drive - 17.7 miles - Big Bend National Park - 30 min drive - 19.9 miles - Starlight Theatre - 35 min drive - 22.2 miles - Barton Warnock Visitor Center - 48 min drive - 35.2 miles ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #8 - The Courthouse pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total). ### How much does it cost to stay at Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #8 - The Courthouse? > As of 6 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #8 - The Courthouse on 18 Nov 2025 start from £208.51, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Terlingua-Hotels-Big-Bend-Lodging-At-Ten-Bits-Ranch-Room-8-The-Courthouse.h66307994.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #8 - The Courthouse? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #8 - The Courthouse? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #8 - The Courthouse located? > Situated in Terlingua, this cabin is 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Many Stones and within 20 miles (32 km) of Big Bend Library and Big Bend National Park. Big Bend Ranch State Park and Starlight Theatre are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## Have a question? 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