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 sofa bed, and a refrigerator.
Sul Ross State University - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
Big Bend Regional Medical Center - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
Museum of the Big Bend - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
Kokernot Field - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
Kokernot Park - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
Getting around
Alpine Station - 2 min drive
Marfa, TX (MRF) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 2 min drive
Alicia's Mexican Restaurant - 18 min walk
Dairy Queen - 3 min drive
Pizza Hut - 3 min drive
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 and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a sofa bed, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
Property manager
VillaStay Vacation Rentals
Languages
English
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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
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
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 Kokernot Park, Kokernot Field, and Kiowa Gallery. You'll also find Museum of the Big Bend and Shipman 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 amenities will couples enjoy at The Stardust Stunning Container Home?
Amenities at this vacation home that appeal to couples include a kitchen in each accommodation with kitchens in some.
Are there hot tubs at The Stardust Stunning Container Home?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
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?
No, at The Stardust Stunning Container Home, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.
The Stardust Stunning Container Home Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Amy C.
Apr 27, 2025
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.
Amy C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michele H.
Apr 12, 2025
Michele H.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Teri J., Bryan, Texas. USA
Apr 5, 2025
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!
Teri J.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
4/10 Poor
Caroline M.
Mar 15, 2025
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.
Caroline M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tabitha B.
Feb 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Big Bend February Trip
Loved our container casita. Alpine is a great town to stay when visiting the Big Bend area.
Tabitha B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amber R.
Jan 29, 2025
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.
Amber R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Desmond M.
Oct 20, 2024
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.
Desmond M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Victoria N.
Oct 14, 2024
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.
Victoria N.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stacy H.
Aug 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Really nice place, morning coffee on the deck looking at the mountians was the best.
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.
emily
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa G.
Jan 4, 2024
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!
Lisa G.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ryan W.
Dec 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
You’re close to everything Big Bend has to offer.
Ryan W.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nancy V.
Nov 12, 2023
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!
Nancy V.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mike S.
Aug 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Star pics
This was a great stay. Not dark enough for getting star pics, but a cool cabin.
Mike S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Liliana J.
Jun 26, 2023
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.
Liliana J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jill B.
Jun 24, 2023
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!
Jill B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jun 16, 2023
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.
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Edwin B.
May 5, 2023
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.