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The Stardust Stunning Container Home

Vacation home in Alpine with kitchen and patio

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Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6480 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Alpine, TX
  • Place, Sul Ross State University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Kiowa Gallery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Bend Regional Medical Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marfa, TX (MRF)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alpine

Located within a mile (2 km) of Sul Ross State University, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Kiowa Gallery. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Sul Ross State University - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Kiowa Gallery - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Big Bend Regional Medical Center - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Marfa Lights Viewing Center - 26 min drive - 22.8 miles
  • Davis Mountains State Park - 43 min drive - 33.6 miles

Getting around

  • Alpine Station - 2 min drive
  • Marfa, TX (MRF) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Highland Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Basket - ‬17 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.

The Stardust Stunning Container Home

Summary:
Alpine's must stunning and unique vacation rental–The Helm™ by CargoHome! Step from the upstairs suite to the rooftop deck for an evening cocktail. A fusion of 2 shipping containers, 20' and 40', the interior of this unique home is insulated and paneled in pine shiplap and trimmed in 100+ year old barn wood. One bedroom and bathroom downstairs and one bedroom and bathroom upstairs allows for two private suites for couples traveling together or with the addition of the sleeper sofa it can sleep 6

The Space:
This stunning 2 story container home will surely not dissapoint! Featuring 2 separate bedrooms and bathrooms with super comfy Tuft & Needle mattresses will ensure you have a good nights sleep. With the additional sleeper sofa downstairs it can sleep uptimes to 6 people! Take a hot shower in the full bathroom that features an on demand water heater with endless water supply. Boasts a kitchenette with an induction cooktop and basic cookware. Also has a microwave, mini fridge and Keurig coffee machine. Upstairs also has a Keurig machine and mini fridge. Enjoy the gorgeous mountain views from inside the home as well as the stunning sunsets from the rooftop patio.

Guest Access:
The house and rooftop deck are all yours!

The Neighborhood:
Parking is available right at the house.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a sofa bed, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 480 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Alpine, close to Museum of the Big Bend, Kokernot Field, and Kiowa Gallery. You'll also find Alpine Municipal Pool and Kokernot Municipal Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about The Stardust Stunning Container Home?

Amenities at this vacation home that appeal to couples include a kitchen in each accommodation with kitchens in some.

Does The Stardust Stunning Container Home have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Marfa, TX (MRF), which is about 21.5 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Stardust Stunning Container Home?

Yes, every accommodation at The Stardust Stunning Container Home comes with a deck.

The Stardust Stunning Container Home Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

We thought staying in a container house would be fun…and it was! Great location, near all the places we were going: Fort Davis, McDonald Observatory, and both Big Bend parks. Alpine is a great little town with all the amenities you need. And this home was right in the action. The beds were super comfortable too.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Star Gazing

Staying in Alpine was a pleasant surprise. Came for a short first time visit to Big Bend and the Observatory. This was a perfect location for 2 couples.The units were placed in a great formation to allow for privacy and enjoyment of the balcony.Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri J., Bryan, Texas. USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Container Love!

This container tiny home was perfect for our trip! Everything was as presented in listing ! We had everything we needed! Enjoyed it all! Thank you for quick response to any questions!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Caroline M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good views, but this stay needs some work

Overall, this is a cute little tiny house, but we didn’t find it to be a practical stay. I didn’t realize the internal structure of the house didn’t have a staircase inside of it, the only staircase connecting top and bottom floors was an extremely small, windy staircase outside of the building. Since we were there with our 3 young kids, this was a bit of a nightmare since we had no way for our kids to get to us upstairs if they needed us in the middle of the night without going outside. This lead to me sleeping on the 3rd sleeping space in the living room area - the futon. This should not be counted as a sleeping space. This futon was by far the most uncomfortable couch I’ve ever sat on, let alone slept on. It was the worst sleep I’ve ever had. On top of these things, we had a few other random frustrations: the upstairs bathroom door didn’t stay closed, the kitchen is barely functional beyond maybe cooking one thing in one pan, there wasn’t enough cutlery for the amount of people staying, there wasn’t any restocks of garbage bags or paper towels so we ran out of things through our stay, the upstairs door is extremely heavy and was near impossible to close on windy days, the thermostat did not work and we found ourselves frozen every night despite trying to fix all of them multiple times. The views here were gorgeous, the stargazing patio was nice, the proximity to town was nice, but overall I would not recommend this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Big Bend February Trip

Loved our container casita. Alpine is a great town to stay when visiting the Big Bend area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great views and comfortable accommodations

Beautiful patios to watch the sun set! Everything we need. So close to town and every accommodation you could need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desmond M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good place to stay

Great place. He drove back and forth to big bend national park for three days visiting the park. We had a great time and this was a good place. Great views on the balcony at night and before sunrise for star gazing. In retrospect it was too far away from. Big bend but all the vrbo’s closer to the park were twice as much as this place. Overall a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Views

We really enjoyed our short stay in Alpine. We liked be just right outside of town but less than a mile from everything. We liked the separation from down stairs, beds were comfortable, and perfect amount of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Really nice place, morning coffee on the deck looking at the mountians was the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique West Texas Experience

Efficient use of space in a nice setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

emily

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Surprisingly functional! We enjoyed the tiny house experience and it was cool to use the induction cooktop. Only thing we would have liked that we did not have was a toaster. Also be aware there are no laundry facilities but we planned ahead and did laundry before we arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick stop

Made a quick trip to Alpine - staying in this container home was a fun experience! Had everything we needed and then some! So many stars visible at night - loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

You’re close to everything Big Bend has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Such a nice place!

This place is so nice! Very modern, clean and comfy. Looks just like the pics. Great water pressure and hot water, lovely fluffy towels; including black washcloths for makeup removal! Coffee and Keurig were provided as well. The only thing I didn't catch from the listing is that the top bedroom is completely separate from the bottom. You have to take stairs up to that part. We had a couple of questions and the mgmt company was extremely responsive. There's a ton of good restaurants in Alpine and a natural food grocery store right across the street. Alpine is also really close to Marfa and about 2 hrs from the Big Bend and Terlingua. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Star pics

This was a great stay. Not dark enough for getting star pics, but a cool cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liliana J.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great place to land in the desert.

My family had a great stay in this adorable property. We saw quite a bit of wildlife in the mornings and evenings which is always fun. The beds were comfortable, the AC was COLD (which was perfect for this Texas summer). The home was equipped with everything we needed. They have thought of everything, from extra comfy throw blankets in the rooms to extra toiletries in the bathrooms. Management was communicative and fast to answer questions. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Oasis close to Big Bend

The stardust was amazing. Pictures are 100% accurate. Beautiful views. We didn’t want to leave, can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

We enjoyed staying at this property . It was in a great location for all of our planned visits. We rode e-bike in Marfa, attended a Star Party at the McDonald Observatory, attended a Minor League Baseball game at Kokernot Field, played some golf at the Alpine Country Club, and hiked at Big Bend National Park. Jessica communicated very well with us through our stay. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edwin B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it!

Absolutely loved the property and the little town. We spent a few days driving around Marfa, Big Bend, Carlsbad Caverns and Guadalupe Mountains National Park. This was a great in between location where we wouldn’t have to pack daily. I’m tall so I had some concerns over the size of the ceilings, shower, bed and it all far exceeded any hopes I had. The hosts have done a great job stocking the property and have put nicer towels, linens and things in to give it a very polished touch. My friend came with me and we had our own private space between the upstairs and lower level which was very welcomed. The only hiccup we had was that I didn’t receive the 4 digit code in my text or email so I assumed falsely that the 2 digit code would let us in. The hosts and office were very accommodating and worked that out with us but to other guests I’d urge you to be sure you receive the 4 digit code the day before and reach out in advance if you don’t. We’d love to come back. The views off the roof at the stars were a great bonus too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023