Title: New! The Buffalo-Shipping Container in Alpine - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # New! The Buffalo-Shipping Container in Alpine Vacation home in Alpine with balcony ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92470000/92466700/92466690/4ae5d65f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92470000/92466700/92466690/8968cbfb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92470000/92466700/92466690/0c612e84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92470000/92466700/92466690/b5a2c61d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92470000/92466700/92466690/a82845eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a safe country neighborhood just south of Alpine, this unique tiny house offers the comfort and design of an upscale hotel room. Climb up to the rooftop deck for stargazing or your morning coffee, then relax with endless hot water in the full-size shower and bathroom. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2160 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Mountain view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### New! The Buffalo-Shipping Container in Alpine Summary: This tiny house has all the amenities of an upscale hotel room yet with unique and exquisite design and decor. A queen size bed with a super-comfy Tuft & Needle mattress will help you fall asleep fast. A full size shower and bathroom is snuggled into the back of the unit and has endless hot water! For your morning coffee a Keurig and K-cups are provided along with a microwave for heating up your popcorn in the evening. Climb up to the rooftop deck for stargazing or your morning coffee. The Space: This unique home started as a 20' shipping container. Our build company, CargoHome, insulates and panels the interior in pine shiplap and trims it out with high craftsmanship. The outside is clad with cedar siding, spaced to allow the original container to still be seen. The fun rooftop deck is surrounded by a custom cable railing system. LED lights inside and a super-quiet, efficient mini-split AC unit makes this a comfortable, energy efficient space. Guest Access: The house and rooftop deck are all yours! The Neighborhood: Great, safe neighborhood in the country just south of Alpine. 4 minutes to downtown Alpine. 1 hour to Big Bend National Park. Getting Around: Parking is available right at the house. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 160 square feet ## Similar properties ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112150000/112146300/112146280/835eefdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Romantic Houseboat with out of this World Star Gazing Alpine - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $142 CA $244 total includes taxes & fees Nov 10 - Nov 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=112146280&PinnedHotelID=112146280&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71520000/71518000/71517962/e9d75450.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Cowboy House - Rustic charm Alpine - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 34 reviews CA $167 CA $302 total includes taxes & fees Nov 10 - Nov 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=71517962&PinnedHotelID=71517962&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100820000/100817600/100817569/f9eb2a0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 628e9b9d5aabac0032a00dd5 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.34547%2C-103.64838&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dvSJ4MluYXHaAV3EH4oJogl4DP0=) Alpine, TX #### What's nearby - Sul Ross State University - 2 min drive - 1.9 km - Kiowa Gallery - 2 min drive - 2.7 km - Big Bend Regional Medical Center - 2 min drive - 3.1 km - Museum of the Big Bend - 3 min drive - 3.5 km - Kokernot Field - 4 min drive - 5.0 km #### Getting around - Alpine Station - 3 min drive - Marfa, TX (MRF) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive - ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive - ‪Highland Inn - ‬2 min drive - ‪Picnic Basket - ‬18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is New! The Buffalo-Shipping Container in Alpine pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at New! The Buffalo-Shipping Container in Alpine? > As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at New! The Buffalo-Shipping Container in Alpine on Nov 10, 2025 start from CA $122.18, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Alpine-Hotels-New-The-Buffalo-Shipping-Container-In-Alpine.h92466690.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at New! The Buffalo-Shipping Container in Alpine? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at New! The Buffalo-Shipping Container in Alpine? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is New! The Buffalo-Shipping Container in Alpine located? > Situated in Alpine, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Sul Ross State University, Kiowa Gallery, and Big Bend Regional Medical Center. Museum of the Big Bend and Kokernot Municipal Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## New! The Buffalo-Shipping Container in Alpine Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Madeline J. Nov 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun and Cozy Tiny Home in Alpine Had a wonderful stay at this tiny home! Super clean and had everything we needed! Would recommend ##### Madeline J. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah W. Jul 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Star Gazing Perfect place to watch the sun rise, set, and see the stars. ##### Sarah W. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah Jun 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Not a whole lot of room, of course, but just what we needed! ##### Deborah Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy May 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Cute, cozy getaway! The property was clean and compact. It was equipped with everything you may need. The best part was the upstairs rooftop deck where one could stargaze at night. Also, it was right off the road about an hour and a half away on the way to Big Bend! ##### Amy ### 10/10 Excellent #### Priscilla C. Dec 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Priscilla C. 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