Retreat Ranch and Resort

BIG NATURE. NEXT LEVEL ADVENTURE. LAND. 296± pristine acres in the heart of the Davis Mountain sky islands, just south of Fort Davis - a high-elevation ecosystem surrounded by lowland desert, creating a unique range of plant and wildlife species, and natural beauty. THE DAVIS MOUNTAINS. From 5,000 to over 8,000 feet above sea level, the Davis Mountains are Texas' largest mountain range. In this vast and remote part of Texas the skies are big, the views expansive, the summers cooler, the stars brighter, and every ride, hike or drive is scenic. DARK SKIES INITIATIVE. Our region's Dark Sky Initiative led by our neighbors at the University of Texas' McDonald Observatory. Our Dark Sky approved lighting minimizes light pollution, to offer some of the best night sky viewing in America. ENVIRONMENT. Land restoration, preservation and stewardship are important parts of the mission. The clearing of invasive brush, and the coming pond allow for the regrowth of natural grasses and plants and promote the flourishing of local flora and fauna. Chihuahuan Desert Research Institute adjacent to the property WILDLIFE. The Retreat Ranch and Resort exemplify the Chihuahuan Desert's biodiversity, where alpine elevations support elk, bighorn, deer, and black bear, and grasslands support pronghorn, coyote and javelina. The mountains are also a birder's paradise, with more than 400 documented species. THE PROPERTY LOCATION. Located 4.5 miles from the center of Fort Davis in Jeff Davis County Texas, and just 24 miles to Marfa and its amazing restaurants and galleries. Alpine the economic hub of the region with the reginal hospital and Sul Ross University is just 20 miles away, has a Jet accessible Airport. Access to the three Far West Texas cities and their amenities are just minutes away. CAMPUS. There is a total of 40,000 sq feet of recently renovated furnished indoor space in Phase I with 11 furnished guest buildings with 29 guest rooms. Current capacity for overnight stays is approximately 85 guests. The new infrastructure to supports the property and is all buried and designed for future expansion phases for development of hundreds of additional buildings and overnight facilities. NEIGHBORHOOD. This retreat ranch and resort is surrounded by a large ranch neighborhood with sweeping Davis Mountain landscape views in all directions. Chihuahuan Desert Research Institute is across the highway with its trail system and native plant nursery. McDonald Observatory,