
Cottonwood Creek Cabins - private vacation rentals in the Big Bend region
Property & Host Info
Cottonwood Creek Cabins is an idyllic private 30acre homestead with 5 custom built cabins and 1 glamping tipi, located just 10 mins south of Alpine, Texas. Situated at 5200ft in elevation, and removed from all nearby city noise and light pollution, the air is clean, the setting is quiet, and the dark night skies are perfect for star gazing. If you are looking to relax from the fast pace of the city and want a central hub for all Big Bend area has to offer, this is the ideal place to stay!
We look forward to hosting you very soon
-Chris, Katie, Ella & Annalee Herrera

5 Custom Built Cabins & 1 Glamping Tipi on 30 acres
Astrophotography & Dark Sky Friendly - Pet Friendly - Short & Long Term Stays Available
Prickly Pear Cabin
1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Sleeps 4
Custom built cabin is your home away from home. This is a 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom fully furnished getaway. The bedroom has a queen sized bed, closets for clothes and chair. The living room has a full sized futon, Smart TV (need own tv or streaming subscription), games, area info and chairs.

Explorer's Hideout
1 Bedroom w/Shared Luxury Bathhouse - Sleeps 4
Handcrafted cabin is a 1 bedroom fully furnished getaway that sleeps 4 ppl. The bedroom has a queen bed and twin bunk. Living room has a futon, chairs, Smart TV w/Roku (need own tv or streaming account), WiFi, board games, area info, mini fridge and microwave. Fully screened in porch.


Dark Sky Tipi
1 Bedroom w/Shared Luxury Bathhouse - Sleeps 4
Dark Sky Tipi is glamping at its finest!! Our tipi is 22 feet in diameter with a cozy queen size bed & 2 futons. Microwave, Keurig style coffee maker that uses K cups. and mini fridge w/freezer in tipi. Wifi and smart TV w/roku (need own tv or streaming account). Outside is a private patio with picnic table, chairs & hammock.
Guests who stay at Cottonwood Creek Cabins will have access to several private amenities to play and relax such as a basketball hoop, volleyball net (seasonal) & horseshoe pits, the 4-station hammock stand, and our 2mi of trails for hiking, biking & geode/stone hunting. We also have designated areas for bird watching and plenty of room to setup a telescope to experience our Bortle-1/2 rating! What are you waiting for - Check Availability now!
Planning a Group Event
Located at 5200ft above sea level - yes that's about a mile high - our air is clear, crisp, and the night skies are unrivaled considering that amenities are only 10 mins from the City of Alpine - Gateway to Big Bend. This 30acre, 6 unit rental property was developed for family and friends who appreciate nature and desire a respite from the fast paced city lifestyle. Whether planning a family reunion, friends getaway, bird watching, bike riding, 4x4 driving groups all welcome.







