What is the Marfa | 6o8?

A 4 Bedroom/2 Bath chic & comfortable residence in Marfa, Texas. Available for vacation rentals.

What's so special about Marfa?

Well, let's see. ART, FOOD, NICE PEOPLE, LOTS TO DO, NOTHING TO DO, Mountains to the North, Chihuahan Desert, Chinati Hot Springs to the South, Big Bend not too far away, ART GALLERIES.  Marfa is quickly becoming the place for a getaway.  Just ask the people you see in town where they are from? New York, Texas, Santa Fe, California, Europe, Alpine, all over the place.

Why do I want a guest house?

Firstly, comfort - Soft high thread count Cotton sheets, hardwood floors, full kitchen, laundry, land, outdoor patio with fire pit, A/C

Secondly, privacy - nuff said.

Thirdly - space - 4 bedrooms, not a cramped hotel room

Fourth - technology - internet, cable, telephone are all available

What about the art foundations?

They are all over the place. The Chinati Foundation, The Judd Foundation...See Links page!

Also the Art Galleries?

Too many to list. See Links page!

Are there any places to rent bicycles in Marfa?

              We have been told that the Thunderbird has bicycles for rent.

How can I see more pics?

Visit our myspace page at www.myspace.com/marfa608.  Stick around and become our "Friend"!

How do I get in touch with you? I like to talk to people on the phone.

TEL 713.961.5363

How do I get in touch with you? I like email.

stay@marfa608.com

Is there maid service at the 6o8?

Yes, your stay includes maid service when you leave, or daily is available (if you are really messy, for extra money)

What about food?

There are fabulous restaurants in Marfa (see links page).  There is the Pueblo Market in Marfa which has basic food staples and now The Get Go Grocery is open which has gourmet foods (see links page).  Alpine, Texas is about 25 minutes away and has two large supermarkets as well. You can cook in our kitchen which is stocked with tools and equipment to prepare meals. 

What about liquor?

Wine and beer are available at the Pueblo Market and The Get Go.  Alcohol is at The El Cheapo (aka El Expensivo) Liquor Store, and Alpine has a number of liquor stores.  If you are looking for hard alcohol you will save considerable money if you are flying into Odessa or El Paso and stop for it there.  If you have special requests and are not sure how to get them, email us.