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Casa Vida - Lyle Lovett Wrote 3 Songs Here!

Casa Vida - Lyle Lovett Wrote 3 Songs Here!

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Front porch with mountain view toward back yard
Private fenced patio off master bedroom
Historic adobe living room
Bedroom and full bathroom
Front bathroom with over-sized Mexican tile shower

Overview of Casa Vida - Lyle Lovett Wrote 3 Songs Here!

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
Alpine, TX
  • Popular LocationSul Ross State University11 min walk
  • Popular LocationBig Bend Regional Medical Center12 min walk
  • Popular LocationMuseum of the Big Bend2 min drive
  • AirportAlpine, TX (ALE-Casparis Municipal)5 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Casa Vida - Lyle Lovett Wrote 3 Songs Here!

We were honored to learn that Lyle Lovett had been a guest at Casa Vida and had written three songs during his stay. He expressed his thanks in the guest book entry shown that is framed at the house. You will be inspired, too, by your stay at Casa Vida ('Life House'), whose name signifies it's contribution to the lives of our guests. We hope that your visit to Casa Vida will also be a treasured experience, to be shared with friends and family and repeated as often as possible.Casa Vida offers the comforts of home, while immersing our guests in the natural and historical perspectives of the Big Bend region. The house itself, a renovated adobe featured in Alpine's historic home tour, is fully furnished and decorated with authentic pieces native to the rugged, yet refined confluence of Mexican, Texan, and Western cultures that makes the legendary Big Bend Country unique in so many ways.Information below details the myriad amenities of Casa Vida.


Two separate and private living areas, joined by access to the remarkable and fully supplied kitchen, offer ideal accommodations for two couples or a couple and additional family or friends. Bring the friends or grandparents and stay in complete comfort and harmony!

The spacious grounds of Casa Vida offer privacy and ambiance that enhance enjoyment of the views of surrounding mountains and superb Alpine climate at 4500 feet elevation. Abundant sensory delights are guaranteed. Little known fact: Alpine's average high temperature for July and August is 89 degrees and its average night-time temperature for the same months is 65 degrees! (heaters and blankets provided year-round!)

Our guests at Casa Vida face an ongoing dilemma: whether to relax at the seductively peaceful and therapeutic house and grounds, experience the surrounding historic district with its distinctive architecture, shops, art galleries, restaurants, and entertainment (you've got to check out Big Bend's only honky tonk, Railroad Blues!)-all in walking distance, or set out on an easy day trip to explore the natural and cultural wonders that lie to the north, south, east, and west.

A quick look at a map and internet info will show you that Alpine is the best home-base from which to see the majestic and multi-faceted Big Bend Country. Let us share Casa Vida-a home that will become a part of your life!

Property manager

Robert Howard
Premier Host
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
wash all dishes remove trash from house and place in outside container No fires

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Alpine

Located in Alpine, this holiday home is in the mountains. Kiowa Gallery and Museum of the Big Bend are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wassermann Wranch and Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Garden. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
Map
Alpine, TX

What's nearby

  • Sul Ross State University - 11 min walk
  • Big Bend Regional Medical Center - 12 min walk
  • Museum of the Big Bend - 2 min drive
  • Kokernot Field - 3 min drive
  • Kokernot Park - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Alpine Station - 9 min walk
  • Marfa, TX (MRF) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 10 min walk
  • Sonic Drive-In - 9 min walk
  • Dairy Queen - 2 min drive
  • Railroad Blues - 15 min walk
  • Alicia's Mexican Restaurant - 2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Vida - Lyle Lovett Wrote 3 Songs Here! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Vida - Lyle Lovett Wrote 3 Songs Here!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Vida - Lyle Lovett Wrote 3 Songs Here!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Vida - Lyle Lovett Wrote 3 Songs Here! located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Kiowa Gallery, Sul Ross State University and Big Bend Regional Medical Center. Museum of the Big Bend and Kokernot Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). Alpine Station is 9 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

John W.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Items of concern
Good location for attending the Lone Star cowboy Poetry Gathering, February 14-18. However, problems were present. The coffeemaker had not been cleaned; filter and grounds were still in the coffeemaker. Several items were left in the refrigerator. We removed the items we took, but left the other items. We purchased toilet paper and paper towels, unaware those items were in the laundry room until we left this morning, February 19, 2024.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denese H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eclectic and adorable casa
House was exactly as described. Owner communication is good. Temps were cold during our stay, and they only have space heaters in the house so it was chilly. Overall, very spacious, much more than we really needed. Would be perfect during fall weather to enjoy a fire and the big Texas sky. Convenient location in town near food, shops, etc!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alpine base vacation
We had a great stay at Casa Vida in Alpine, which met and exceeded our expectations in all respects! Very homely and well equipped house, great decor, good location, comfortable beds and couches etc. We loved sitting outside in the sun for breakfast. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David E., Seabrook, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice house in a quite location.
My wife and I spent 10 days traveling around West Texas. We stayed in this house the last 2 nights. It was our favorite place to stay on our trip. Super clean house in a nice location. Great outdoor areas to enjoy the evening. We loved the fact that Lyle Lovett wrote some songs there. It will be our go to place for future trips to Alpine.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We Loved Casa Vida!
Very unique property with a lots of charm and all the comforts of home. The property owner was great and easy to communicate with. Perfect location for exploring the Big Bend area. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend this property for anyone interested in the Big Bend area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

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