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Fossil Knob Ridge -Cinnabar: Ultra-Modern Container Home

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1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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In the heart of Big Bend, Fossil Knob Ridge Two offers a unique blend of modern comfort and rugged outback charm. This ultra-modern home built from recycled shipping containers features spacious living areas, large picture windows with views overlooking Terlingua Ghost Town and BBNP, a comfortable shaded patio for relaxation.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Fossil Knob Ridge -Cinnabar: Ultra-Modern Container Home

Summary:
Fossil Knob Ridge Two: Relax in Style. Ultra-Modern Container Home Near Terlingua Ghost Town.

Ultra-Modern Shipping Container Home
Two King Beds and Large Picture Windows
Overlooking Terlingua Ghost Town and BBNP
Spacious Porch with Comfortable Seating
Clean and Modern near Dusty Ghost Town

The Space:
High Clearance Vehicle Recommended due to rough and rocky roads.

Book your vacation at the ultimate modern vacation rentals in the rugged outback of the Big Bend region. In a land of endless mountain and desert vistas that is famed for ghost town ruins, rustic adobes, and Old West ranch homes, the Fossil Knob Ridge vacation rentals offer a unique contrast. The ultra-modern vacation rentals at Fossil Knob Ridge are contemporary homes built from recycled shipping containers. Yes, you read that right. These vacation rental homes are constructed from big metal boxes that were originally used for transporting cargo across the globe on trains and ocean freighters. The owner purchased them from a shipping company and converted them into contemporary and stylish living spaces. Don’t worry though, they are far more than just metal boxes with some furniture. Indeed, these homes offer the most neoteric lodging in the Terlingua area.

Fossil Knob Ridge offers six separate units. Each rental is similarly styled but each is unique in size, layout, design, furnishings, amenities, views, and occupancy level. The rentals are named after some of the local cinnabar mines that were the basis of settlement of this region in the late 1800's and early 1900's. The Cinnabar House has two king beds and sleeps up to 4. The Chisos house sleeps up to three with a king bed and a sofa. The Quicksilver, Mariscal, Buena Suerte, and Sierra Vista rentals sleep two, with a king bed in each.

THIS LISTING IS FOR THE CINNABAR HOUSE.

The Cinnabar House at Fossil Knob Ridge is an ultra-modern home built from a forty-foot and a twenty-foot recycled shipping container joined together. The floorplan has an extremely efficient and space saving design while preserving a surprisingly spacious feel. It includes a large bedroom with a two king-size beds, a living and dining area, kitchenette, and full bathroom. The shaded patio offers additional living space for your comfort and enjoyment. Modern design, styling, and art are featured inside and out. Please view the photos for the best description.

This rental sleeps up to four guests on two king-sized beds.

If you have a larger group, or simply want more space, we recommend also booking additional rentals at Fossil Knob Ridge. Each of the homes have privacy and their own unique views. Check out our other Fossil Knob listings for more details.

All of the Fossil Knob Ridge Rentals are on the electric grid for reliable and ample electric power. Both are fully air-conditioned and heated and have modern electric appliances. Potable water is trucked in and stored in holding tanks for your use. There is plenty of water available but trucking it in is expensive. We ask that you conserve it, but not so much as to compromise your comfort.

Located just one-mile northwest of the world famous Terlingua Ghost Town and twenty miles northwest of the Chisos Mountains in Big Bend National Park. Fossil Knob Ridge overlooks the Ghost Town and has breathtaking mountain views, including the Chisos Mountains and into Mexico.

Relax inside or on the shaded patio. Explore the fossil strewn 20-acre property. Drive or walk into the Ghost Town to explore the historic ruins, dine, drink, enjoy live music, or hang out with local and travelers from around the globe. If you play an instrument or sing, join in on an impromptu jam, session on the porch of the old trading post. Drive into Big Bend Nation Park or Big Bend Ranch State park for endless outdoor adventures. Book a river trip, jeep tour, horseback ride, mountain bike rental, guided hike, or guided hunt. Enjoy a controlled campfire. Marvel at the night skies. Watch the stunning sunrises and sunsets. Do as much or as little as you like. Then, come back again and do even more or even less.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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

Rules

• Children allowed • No pets • No Events or Parties Allowed

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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Fossil Knob Ridge Two Ultra Modern Container Home
Fossil Knob Ridge -248: Ultra-Modern Container Home Terlingua

About the area

Located in Terlingua, this holiday home is in a rural area. Many Stones is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park.
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Terlingua, TX

What's nearby

  • Starlight Theatre - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Big Bend Library - 17 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Many Stones - 18 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Big Bend National Park - 19 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Barton Warnock Visitor Center - 21 min drive - 24.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Venga - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪High Sierra Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starlight Theater - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria el Milagro - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chili Pepper Cafe - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fossil Knob Ridge -Cinnabar: Ultra-Modern Container Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fossil Knob Ridge -Cinnabar: Ultra-Modern Container Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fossil Knob Ridge -Cinnabar: Ultra-Modern Container Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fossil Knob Ridge -Cinnabar: Ultra-Modern Container Home located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Starlight Theatre and within 12 miles (20 km) of Big Bend Library and Many Stones. Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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