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Marathon: Desert Oasis Retreat

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Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Marathon, TX
  • Place, Sul Ross State University
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Kiowa Gallery
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of the Big Bend
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Marathon

With a stay at this vacation home in Marathon, you'll be 29.8 mi (48 km) from Sul Ross State University and 30 mi (48.3 km) from Sul Ross Desk. .This vacation home is 31 mi (49.9 km) from Big Bend Regional Medical Center and 31 mi (49.9 km) from Kiowa Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • Sul Ross State University - 32 min drive - 38.4 miles
  • Kiowa Gallery - 34 min drive - 40.1 miles
  • Museum of the Big Bend - 35 min drive - 40.5 miles
  • Kokernot Field - 36 min drive - 40.8 miles
  • Shipman Park - 37 min drive - 42.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪White Buffalo Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪V6 Coffee Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪12 Gage Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪J&G Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Marathon Coffee - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Marathon: Desert Oasis Retreat

Welcome to Desert Oasis Retreat, where serenity meets adventure in the Texas desert! Nestled in charming Marathon, our retreat is the perfect escape for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking relaxation amid breathtaking views. Enjoy mountain scenery from the upstairs porch, where guests can relax in the hammock and gaze at stars in Marathon's International Dark Sky Reserve. Built by an artist, this unique loft type home features touches that enhance your stay in this tranquil desert oasis.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which has a kitchen. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a washing machine and an iron/ironing board.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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 complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

This property does not have elevators

Marathon: Desert Oasis Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Ora Ann F.

Liked: Location
It was a well designed house. We enjoyed the balcony for star gazing, and the courtyard around the house wes lovely. The kitchen was well equipped. The sunrise in the morning was spectacular as it reflected off the walls of the upstair bedroom. My son especially enjoyed the hammock on the balcony. The shower was nice,and we had plenty of hot water for all three of us after our Big Bend adventure hike. The only hinderance we had was it took a little time to get the air conditioner on and cool the place down. We loved being near Big Bend and dining at the 12 Gage restaurant as well as strolling through the beautiful Gage Gardens. Alpine is also not far away for dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our whole family loved this home and property…even our dog! This was our first ever Vrbo rental and we WILL be coming back here again!!! The house was impeccably clean and equipped with everything we needed. It has great desert charm and the view from the balcony and hammock is fabulous. Our entire trip’s purpose was stargazing at Big Bend, but the dark sky view from the balcony and yard is exquisite in its own right. Big Bend was an easy drive and a scenic round trip to and from the rental. Our host was SUPER responsive… available immediately or within minutes when we had questions. Marathon is marvelously quirky; within a block there are mini-mansions, RV’s, and old trailers. This house is a beautiful little oasis, reminiscent of a beach house but with a desert vibe. We were inspired by the unique decor and took a ton of photos for inspiration for our own home. You, your kids, and your pets will not regret staying here!
Night sky
Nearby views
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shanna V.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026