I'm a children's book author, and one of my stories is set in Terlingua Texas. So, it only made…read moresense to go and visit the town I'm writing a story around. And it was everything I hoped it would be. By day, it has a vacant, ghostly feel, but centered around beauty built from long ago. Terlingua was once an old mining town at the turn of the century. That is until the 1940s when the mines dried up and most of the people left this small but quaint town. Now, it's a place people visit for the history, and the yearly BBQ event that brought the town to back to life. It's a quick visit, this little ghost town, but it's worth your time to stop and take in the history and quaint beauty it still holds to this day.

A very cool place to stop after a day spent hiking Big Bend. Unlike some historic sites, modern day…read moreTerlingua is interwoven with the "ghost town" buildings that stand where they have for a hundred years. It's an old mercury mining town filled with history, and we enjoyed looking information up as we also read the signs. You can see the gorgeous cemetery and walk next to old graves and new ones, and like another reviewer said, there's likely more people in the graveyard than there are current residents of Terlingua. That being said, they've done a great job of putting up signs to help you identify the different ruins around the area and some you're able to get closer to than others. It's a great place to stop, just be sure to also check out some of the great places to eat and shop and support this community!

Lots of cute stuff, lots of tourist trap stuff, lots of expensive stuff, lots of unique stuff. Got…read moreaway only buying 2 ornaments and a sticker. Overpaid for it,but what the hey...it's our vacation and Terlingua knows it.

While the outside of this store is hardly enticing it is a shopper's dream inside…read more Yes it carries the usual tourist stuff such as magnets, T-shirt's, etc but it also has a decent wine selection, kids toys that don't require electricity or batteries, coffee beans and Turkish dishes. Yes Turkish dishware which BTW is beautiful. Apparently the owner went to Turkey for a wedding (lucky person) and decided to import some in. I picked up a few pieces because the local Turkish store by me in LA fails to put prices on items wishing customers to barter for prices which is a drag! Stop in! Well worth it!

First of all, getting a room outside of Big Bend National Park is really expensive, like $175-$350…read moreper night expensive. But this site, which shows a photo of a small room with a private bath, does not clearly explain that half of its room have no bathroom. You have to walk outside to another building. This means there are approximately 10 people to share two showers. There is no TV. The wall AC is one foot away from the bed, which is only a double. Also, they boast that they have an onsite outdoor pool, which is an absolute lie, as there are no establishments in this dry dusty town with any pool.

A peaceful place for the many residents to rest. This was listed as a national historical sight.read more

Amazing historical site . This small cemetery was originally part of the grounds for the St. Agnes…read moreChurch. The cemetery served the mining community of Terlingua and graves as early as 1903 are here. Instead of fancy tombstones and monuments, the graves here are marked with grottoes, filigree crosses, folkart, and other decorations, many handmade by family artisans. While most of the graves here are old, there are some more contemporary ones too that seem to bridge fates between the past and present. Many of the graves, old and new, are still tended to diligently. There are relics left by many a friend and family members. Some graves have lawn chairs by them where loved ones have come for more lengthy visits. I know a cemetery may not be your highest item on your travel agenda, but this one really is a must-see.

Absolutely the best place I have ever stayed. Seriously…read more Jenn has everything thought through and accounted for. The kitchens and bathrooms are amazing, and the little extras, like a king size bed, AC & Heat, baskets of goodies, a bottle of wine on the bar, to Big Bend Coffee for your enjoyment. She also escorted us to the Boathouse bar where the locals hang out to enjoy not only draft craft beer, but music by locals such as Butch Hancock and Jimmy Dale Gilmore. This was our first visit to Terlingua, and thanks to Jenn and her yurts, I am ready to go back. If you're planning a trip to Big Bend, I would suggest giving this place a try if they have availability, as it's right outside the park entrance.

don't go their waste your money inside very dirty they never wash anything but charge for cleaning…read morecharges & I book 2 days they came clean after I left state park theft my iPhone I never request clean they said never do this ple careful with. that lady

This is my heaven on earth! The Main House is beautiful, well decorated, warm & has every…read moreaccommodation you can think of! The porch has the most amazing views of the desert & Chisos Mountains! I have now stayed at Villa Terlingua 4 times and will be back there as many more times as I can find time for! I watch the sun rises over the mountains every time I am there and it is always unlike anything I have ever seen. There is a sense of peace & escape from the busy hustle & bustle of city life. I am always able to gain perspective and be reminded of what is important. Cynta, the owner, is warm, funny, wise and SO helpful in sharing the history of the area and making recommendations of what spectacular adventures there are to be had in Big Bend National Park! Baxter is always there to great us with a tail-wag as well! I highly recommend Villa Terlingua as a place to stay for couples (there is the Paper Crete house) or small families (there is a Guest House) or small groups (Main House).

This is absolutely THE place to stay in Terlingua. My husband and I eloped in the area last week,…read moreand stayed in the Guest House. The house is gorgeous and so unique! The views from the outdoor daybed and the patio couch are AMAZING. We even decided to stay home one day rather than venture into the park, because we enjoyed relaxing there so much. I was worried about having to get ready for our elopement ceremony in the little bathroom, but it was so cozy and absolutely perfect. When we got back to the room after eloping/taking pictures, Cynta had decorated the room with flowers, towel swans and prosecco. I was absolutely not expecting anything like that and it was really touching that she went out of her way to do something special for us on our day. Cynta is an absolute angel! We also loved being able to walk to the Starlight Theatre for dinner! I could literally go on and on about the perks of this place. We can't wait to visit again soon and stay in the Main House with our family!

Looked like a fun place from the road but do not recommend. Drinks weren't great. They were out of…read moreany local beers. No beer options that you couldn't get at any convenient store in the U.S. Outdoor tables were dirty. Can't take drinks to the tables out by the food trucks. Had a much better experience at DB's Rustic Iron barbecue which was dog-friendly and had great food and cold beer and margaritas.

The bar tender rudely asked me to leave because I was sitting outside with a bottle of water. Some…read moreB.S. about the cops coming in, (been coming to the area for forty years, never seen a cop in the ghost town) and seeing water that could be a mixer???

Stopped for dinner on our way to Big Bend. We arrived after 8:00pm and there were a few groups…read moreeating. The server greeted us immediately and took our drink order. The beer selection was limited. We ordered enchiladas with Christmas tree sauce. The red and green sauce were both very good. The veggie enchiladas were loaded with veggies. The meat enchiladas were good however they weren't that hot temperature wise. The rice and beans were okay. Server was friendly and we enjoyed our meal!

**This is a 3.5 star review.**…read more This joint is divey in all the best ways. First, the kitschy decor and screened in porch are real, and not meant to bring in tourists. Second, they charge for chips and salsa, which I saw them deliver to one table during our lunch. That tells me, that someone either really loves the stuff, or that someone from way north thinks this is a normal thing. Hell, they don't even bring a check to the table here. (You or your server tell them what you order, and bam! They give you your total. Finally, most of the patrons during our visit were well known to Crow (the dude who took care of us), which assures me that this is a place where the locals eat. The food here is good when compared with the other trillion Tex-Mex joints that I've patronized over the years. Because two of us were heading to Big Bend National Park and didn't want to get overly full, we split the Mexican Plate. -- The tamale was fine, served in the husk (with no chili or sauce). Decent bite to it. -- Cheese enchilada was delicious; beef enchilada was OK, as the beef was barely seasoned. -- The hard taco was decent. Again, barely seasoned meat. -- Refried beans were run of the mill; the rice was 'wet,' sort of like the stuff you make at home from a package. I'm used to Mexican rice that is dry. This might be a Terlingua thing. Either way, it was OK. -- Salsa gets points for being served cold and having some spice to it. I must give these folks credit as well for not watering it down like so many joints do. -- Good bottled beer selection. They even had Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, which is quirky in a wonderful kind of way! The folks who live in these parts probably aren't reading Yelp for restaurant reviews, as there are only a handful to begin with. For the many people passing through, be it for the World Chili Cook-off Championships, or for Big Bend National Park, this is a nice, friendly little dive to stop at and have a good Tex-Mex meal.

The food is the best in the ghost town, much more flavorful and authentic tasting than the…read moreStarlight Theatre. I really recommend to come here for breakfast and have some really good food to start off your day!

Super super super cute little spot to grab a coffee and a quick breakfast before starting your day…read more Had the asado burrito and it was amazing! It was a special on the board out front, so not sure if it's a regular thing but I loved it and hoping to go back to get it one more time before going back home to Houston. The patio is also a great size, quiet & relaxing, with peaceful views of the mountains in the distance. Make sure to give them a try on your next visit.

Booked one of the bubbles, and less than a week before our reservation, it was canceled because of…read morewinds having damaged the bubble we had a reservation for, and they didn't have any alternative accommodations that weekend. It's not like this was the result of some historic storm event, just the kind of moderate winds that some should expect to experience almost every year out in the west Texas desert. So getting people to commit to these fragile accommodations months in advance without actually being able to provide the service isn't a good business model, and I don't recommend people booking this place when you'll risk finding you have no place to stay for your trip to Big Bend where there aren't any alternative accommodations you can book on the short notice that Basecamp gives you to tell you they canceled your reservation.

Had such a cool experience at staying at one of these bubbles! Was the perfect escape while I was…read moreon my Big Bend trip. Was able to easily find the location because of the instructions sent prior - you are pretty out there! I enjoyed the privacy of my bubble/section but enjoyed being part of the larger set of bubbles and having access to the main pool. Loved the hot tub, made for a relaxing time. The inside of the bubble had everything I need with the coffee maker and fridge, and the wifi was strong. Great, unique experience would love to return!