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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

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Terlingua, TX
  • Many Stones
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Big Bend National Park
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Santa Elena Canyon
    ‪71 min drive‬

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Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #12 (Blacksmith) Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rena G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review of 10 Bits Ranch
Property mgr gave good instructions on facilities for heating, cooling, fireplace operations and where to eat in the area. We really enjoyed our cabin. It was furnished with everything we needed. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
We had a great stay. The room was as described and the property was beautiful. The view from the fire pit area was breathtaking and a great place for viewing the stars. It was a great home base for exploring the Big Bend area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hector T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Save your money
The chlorine level for the indoor pool at The BathHouse was extremely noxious and overbearing. My fiancée and I got sick with red eyes, coughing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dannika J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
Our stay was great! I would absolutely stay at Ten Bits Ranch again and recommend to friends!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

milap s.

Liked: Cleanliness
a wondeful tranquill place to stay
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Ten Bits Ranch, which boasts a delightful old Texas town atmosphere. The property manager provided clear instructions about both directions and check-in, making the arrival process seamless. My room was spacious, clean, and had a good shower facility. I especially loved having both a front and back porch—perfect for soaking up the scenic surroundings. Because the ranch is virtually in the middle of nowhere, it’s a fantastic spot for stargazing. I would have extended my stay if rooms had been available. A nice feature is the shared kitchen, where you can prepare breakfast or cook meals if you’re planning a longer visit. All in all, it was an excellent experience, and I would definitely choose Ten Bits Ranch again when visiting Big Bend National Park in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jen m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trip
We loved this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness
One of our few go-tos
We have stayed at a couple of spaces at Ten Bits and this unit is our new fave! The vibe of the room is very comfortable-feeling and Spacious. and the great king size bed adds to the comfortability. the shower seems brand new and is very modern. We love the backside patio rocking chairs for stargazing at night! The full-size kitchen is shared but it is no problem at all. It is very big and is well-equipped with everything you would need for cooking and well-stocked with staples.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie J., Lantana, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Better Than Expectations!
Truly want to thank you for opening up your property to be shared with others! The photos on VRBO do not do justice to your property and exceeded our expectations. We were amazed not only with the seclusion from traffic, noise, light, but the ease of enjoying Big Ben National Park from your location. I strongly recommend your property to anyone that does not want to be in the middle of a "dotted" landscape of other properties and is looking for the taste of Texas we all desire.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe V.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Must Stay in West Texas!
If you are in the west Texas area, you must stay at this secluded getaway! The ranch was well kept and the rooms had every amenity you would need, including a good AC! We got to sit on rockers while watching the sun go down with little noise from other guests. Great job on making this ranch available to guests!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylwia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot for no frills yet comfortable stay with views out back and front of the casita.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The wife and I needed to get away from the city and decompress. This was the perfect place for us. Ten Bits Ranch was perfectly located between Big Bend National Park and Big Bend State Park. The scenery out our back door was magnificent! For future guest, please note that Ten Bits Ranch is NOT a resort nor is it a hotel. Come prepared with food to cook and supplies to make your stay enjoyable. The nearest store is about 15 miles away, plus the driveway is 2.2 miles long on a bumpy, dusty caliche road, and be prepared for you auto to be dusty. No big deal. The weather was great for our stay, but as the summer pushes in i can see that it may not be so enjoyable, so pick the right time to go. We highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This unique property is amazing! I would highly recommend it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent S., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Stellar - absolutely a must-do for a Texas experience
I'm from Texas. Been going to Big Bend for 40+ years. Long story short: this is an INCREDIBLE property and is an amazing little slice of Texas. The location is excellent. Just an hour outside of Alpine, and just over 20 minutes to stores / restaurants / and the Big Bend entry point, it could not be better. Yes, there is a dirt road you drive down for about two miles to get there. Any passenger car will be fine, just take your time. Yes, your car will get dusty. Yes, that is part of a real Big Bend experience. The setting is right out of a Western. There are NO visible structures or lights anywhere in any direction. You feel like you could have gone back 150 years. The rock formations are incredible and like some of the best beautiful areas in the national park. But it is YOUR park while you are staying there. The star gazing is a 10 out of 10. I have been all over the world, and I have never seen better. The first night we arrived, I could hardly believe the display of stars. Felt like I was floating in space (which we are, but it is rare to feel like you are truly IN space). The facilities are top notch. We stayed in the Blacksmith cabin, and it was super clean (zero bugs by the way). King bed is comfortable. TV has all the cable channels you need. Wifi and cell service was surprisingly good and solid. The fridge and microwave are convenient, and they supply all of the water you need. I am out of characters, but in summary: 10 out of 10 in all ways.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very accommodating
Sis was responded quickly and was very kind and helpful to extra accommodations that we asked for. She went above and beyond! This place is super cool! We have already recommended it to a lot of our friends. Thanks Sis!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and perfect
This was the perfect peaceful getaway for my love and I. Little did I know it would be the place he would propose. I couldn’t think of a better spot by the fire, under the stars with the extraordinary backdrop. This place is a gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Loved the cabin and entire ranch. Such a fun idea and the location is beautiful and peaceful. The cabin was well-stocked and prepared for an easy stay. Many thanks for being dog-friendly and so welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Get Away
Great place to go if you're looking to get away from everything! It is a little hard to find but the proprietors are super helpful and just a phone call away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ok
Good stay. I wasn't happy with the bugs in the room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg & Deanna B., Hot Springs National Park, AR, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing View
We wanted a place after we left Big Bend on our way out of town. This place was perfect. We were in the Blacksmith Shop and it was just great! The shared kitchen area was stocked with much more than we expected. It was a little bit windy for a fire in the pit but we watched the stars anyway. They have thought of everything. The drive in really wasn’t that bad. We would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
ten bits ranch
very pleasant stay. quiet and relaxing. property was in excellent shape and beautiful location. Only concern was that road to property was challenging, and not easy to navigate. Fortunately traffic was minimal or passing cars in other direction would have been challenging in most places.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yanmei

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in May 2024