Historic, Roomy, McGonagill House, Marathon

Newer: We have incorporated all cleaning practices recommended by the CDC, Texas, Brewster County, and VRBO. We still require all guests checkout prior to 10am and check in after 4pm in response to Covid-19 concerns. New: Due to changes in the way Vrbo collects taxes, the Brewster County occupancy tax (7% of the rental and cleaning fee) is due upon arrival. It can be paid by check, PayPal, or cashier's check or by credit card payment through VRBO/Homeaway. We are upgrading! When you arrive you will notice upgrades to the exterior of the house, a remodeled laundry area and bathroom along with new outdoor furniture for visiting and relaxing. What makes McGonagill House different? It is one of the largest vacation rentals in Marathon and includes a very large lawn that is surrounded by mature pecan trees. Our family home was built as a 'town house' for a local ranching family and constructed with native rock from the family ranch, the Appel Ranch, in the nearby Glass Mountains. Completed in the 1940s, it includes "Victory Vs" in the exterior rock faces, intended to memorialize the Allied victory during WWII. The McGonagill's son, Eldon, was a medic on active duty in the Pacific Theatre at the time. The rental property includes the bottom floor of the house (3br/2b), the large yard, and parking in the roomy driveway and/or the one car garage. Note: The upstairs is unoccupied at all times. This home is a quaint mixture of original furnishings along with updated bathrooms and a full kitchen. Porches on the front of the home allow visitors to relax and enjoy those great, wide-open West Texas skies. We put up hummingbird feeders during hummer season. Birders welcome! All furnishings can be moved to accommodate the guests preferences. If custom locations for furniture are requested prior to arrival we will accommodate those requests. A short stroll will take you to the heart of Marathon where you can enjoy breakfast or lunch at the Oasis, the V6, or Big Bend Pizza. Heading down the street, enjoy shopping at one of the numerous art galleries and small gift shops/boutiques. You may enjoy an evening drink at the White Buffalo Bar or a meal at the Gage. Breakfast/lunch is served at the Oasis. The new BBQ restaurant is open Th-Sun. Sandwiches, pizza and other light foods can be purchased at the French Grocer, along with a small variety of groceries and other essentials. Above all, Marathon is a place to unwind and relax. Leave your worries at the county line, grab a massage at the spa, or sit outside at and engage in conversation with the locals. It's all good in Marathon. Keywords: Large shaded yard, quiet, country living, multifamily, parking, peaceful, library