You Can Spend The Night In Mining Ruins Overlooking The West Texas Desert
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If you like West Texas sunrises and starry night skies, prepare to be absolutely blown away.
Sometimes, an escape into the desert is all you need to mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually recharge. There’s no better place than the remote ghost town of Terlingua to do just that, considering it’s nestled right at the base of Big Bend National Park. Stay in this unique Airbnb made from mining ruins and experience history and nature like never before.
Built by miners over 100 years ago, this incredibly unique lofthouse has been restored just enough to make it livable without sacrificing any historic charm. A coffee shop, trading post, and several restaurants provide everything you could possibly need within walking distance.
Some prefer to sleep in the fully-enclosed bedroom, while others would rather be lulled into dreamland by a sky full of stars. This three-sided living area opens up to the majestic Chisos Mountains, a daybed allowing you to experience the magic of camping in the West Texas desert while still having a roof overhead.
A sitting loft is the perfect place to cozy up and read a book with sunshine pouring in. Gaze out at Big Bend and its unparalleled vistas, zero distractions preventing you from soaking in the sweet solitude.
The kitchen comes stocked with basics like pots + pans, olive oil, and seasonings for those partial to home-cooked meals. Whip up one of your favorite dishes and eat outdoors overlooking the vast landscape. There's also a coffee pot, letting you wake up slowly and set an intention for the day.
Standing under the infinite cosmos, warm water cascading over your skin, is the most rejuvenating feeling in the world. All your troubles will be washed away and deposited in the expansive surrounding landscape.
Imagine being greeted with this view from your front porch each morning. The national park is a mere 12 miles away, so you'll get a chance to experience some of our state's very best hikes.
Think of your stay here like a mental and emotional cleanse. Once returning to the real world, the hustle and bustle of everyday life won't seem nearly as difficult after spending some time away from it all.
Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and changed her major twice (psychology, computer science, and finally criminal justice) before taking a leap of faith and dropping out to pursue a career in freelance writing.
Today, Katie writes for the Texas and Arizona pages of OnlyInYourState.com and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on the sofa with a hot cup of coffee, watching a crime TV show or scary movie.
