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Two illuminated cabins with a dirt ground and a starry night sky.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and a small seating area.
A building with a covered porch and a person playing guitar.
A cozy living area with a leather sofa, a dining table, and a guitar.
A bedroom with a patterned bedspread, red pillows, a wall-mounted light, and a view of a kitchen.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Alpine, TX
  • Place, Many Stones
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Bend Library
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Bend National Park
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alpine

Soul of the Desert places you 23.9 mi (38.4 km) from Big Bend National Park.

What's nearby

  • Many Stones - 48 min drive - 24.1 miles
  • Big Bend Library - 55 min drive - 29.3 miles
  • Big Bend National Park - 56 min drive - 31.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Bad Rabbit Cafe - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Soul of the Desert

ALMA Ranch is a unique property, located on Terlingua Ranch, just 4 miles from Terlingua Ranch Lodge, The Bad Rabbitt Cafe and pool. This trailer is beyond comfortable and has all the comforts of home, with electricity, AC/heat and a septic system (which means flushable toilets). The kitchen is fully stocked, including a full size refridgerator, stove, microwave and coffee maker. We provide some drinking water to ger you started and coffee. It is nestled in the mountains and provides view as far as the eye can see. The night sky is amazing. Stars forever.

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A covered wooden walkway with a view of a parking area and mountains.
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  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, 350 reviews
$104 nightly
The price is $117
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Big Bend Station

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

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
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Alma del Desierto

Soul of the Desert Alpine

Soul of the Desert Campsite

Soul of the Desert Campsite Alpine

Frequently asked questions

Does Soul of the Desert have a casino on the premises?

No, Soul of the Desert doesn't have a casino.

Does Soul of the Desert have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Soul of the Desert doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Soul of the Desert allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Soul of the Desert .

Soul of the Desert Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krista W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay and really enjoyed the parks as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great secluded spot about 30-35 miles from Big Bend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place. Should be more blankets though,
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

thomas t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Bend trip

3 day stay with friends to hike nearby Big Bend National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Keqin

Disliked: Amenities
The trailer is kind of old, but functional.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Enrique L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect getaway

It was a charming place and the views were magnificent. Perfect for a party of 4 and had pretty much everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Narendra Kumar R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Stay

Good Location with nice star gazing experience, Accurate as mentioned in the details, Nice communication with property manager
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jakub S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Big Bend stay with Big Sky!

Great property for a quick trip into Big Bend. Being out at night was the real treat - having the cafe nearby made dinner options easier when cooking wasn’t in the cards.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jack P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Teralingua Ranch Road

Wonderful stay with accommodating hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sylvain W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice spot to visit Big Bend

We stayed at 4 adults. Comfort is good enough, it had everything we needed. Location is good for visiting Big Bend, it still is a 45 minutes drive to reach the entrance of the park.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The trailer seemed much older than in the pictures, but it suited our needs for the week as we went back and forth to Big Bend NP. The hostess was very responsive and checked on us as one of the nights/mornings were very cold. We enjoyed walking around the property with the cactus starting their blooms. The Milky Way and dark sky area was the main reason to reserve this property. Our daughters have been wanting to capture it since they were little and it did not disappoint. Thank you for the great memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Glamping near Big Bend

Accurate listing, simple and was exactly what we needed. Great view of the stars on a clear night and close to Big Bend National Park. We would definitely look to stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mark b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Milkyway Views

Stayed a few days, felt like no one was around except an occasion vehicle passing by. The stars at night are unbelievable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful area

Great Property - 45 minutes from Big Bend park ! Before you arrive print or photograph directions as no internet! Small but comfortable place for 4 people! Bring water-beautiful stars at night!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jody G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alma 2

Nice little place, plenty of room, comfortable, plenty of provisions. I recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As advertised. Great value in Beg bend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very responsive owner

We had a great time enjoying the desert serenity and star gazing. The trailer was clean and the owner responded promptly to any questions we had. Thanks for the memories!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Changru T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome host

Winter storm hit us during our stay. But, no worries! The super responsive and hospitable host kept us warm and comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Centrally located!

Beautiful home very close to Sea World, the zoo, balboa park, La Jolla, grocery stores, and restaurants! The pool and hot tub are well maintained. The kitchen and bathrooms are up to date. If you want a quiet vacation and just want to hang around the house it’s perfect for that too! Bruce, the property manager, was very knowledgeable of the area and suggested restaurants and grocery stores. We tried 3 of the restaurants and they were all fantastic! Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Desert Haven

The Alma Ranch is a really nice, cozy trailer that has everything you need. We really liked the full kitchen and enjoyed having wifi and access to streaming services. I would recommend storing food away because, as you might expect, there are mice that sneak in at night. We did not actually see them, but they enjoyed our blackberry strudel when we were sleeping! Also, take super quick showers because the water is limited.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kazuhide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It locates very country side and I think it is ideal for star watching. I recommend to bring a lot of drinking water. The hotel is well maintained, but the amount of water is limited. No problem for electricity because power lines supply it. (Not solar panels) I surprised the Wifi speed was fast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Glen T.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Two bedrooms, two mice!!!

Cozy but ok. We found two mice underneath the sink one dead one was still moving in the glue trap!!! The water was not drinkable and left and slimy residue on your hands and body!! Power went for a day also. We should have went three miles down the road!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Neelanjan P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Pleasant Stay with Minor Inconveniences

We had a mixed feeling about our stay here. We stayed in Alma 2. The location was easy to find and the check in process was simple. This is 60 minutes away from Big Bend National Park entrance and 30 minutes away from Terlingua. The location was convenient to drive, and the stargazing views were exceptional. We were provided with blankets, shampoo, and towels.The only thing that went off was the cleanliness of the home. There were spider webs in the bathroom, the toilet seat was unclean, and the utensils were ripped off. They had provided non sticks pans, but the Teflon coating was scratched so didn't feel good while cooking food there. I hope you take this as a constructive feedback for improvement.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josue R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Glamping

Perfect for glamour camping or glamping. Has all that you need and the host was easy to get a hold of. Great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Quinton L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stars!!!

The stars were amazing. It was very well-kept and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022