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117 Alugueres · Fort Davis
117 Alugueres · Fort Davis
The house was so amazing! Very secluded and beautiful views! I can only dream of owning a house like that some day. Tips to city travelers: Make sure you arrive in the daylight or at least at a time you can get Randall to show you to the house. We didn't plan that out and had to navigate on our own in the dark, without cell service, up the steep dirt road. I would not have been comfortable taking anything without 4WD as the road up to the house is dirt and there are some very steep inclines. Bring everything because traveling past dark is near impossible and everything closes really early. Cell service (at least T-Mobile) is non-existent. Thank goodness the house has wifi!!
JacquelineJanuary 2017We were the first people to stay here with no reviews to go by; our expectations were exceeded. The pictures do not do the place justice. The adventure began with a 10 minute ride up the mountain on an unpaved road that at times felt a bit perilous. We made it in an old Prius but highly recommend four wheel drive. So worth it! Spacious, airy, light-filled open floor plan with new screened windows everywhere. Isolated and private. The views are to die for! Well-stocked and appointed large kitchen with extensive counter space. There were tons of dishes, glasses, and silverware. A bag of high quality local coffee was there for us. Two kiva-style fireplaces and firewood. Comfy bed. Decent bathroom with a large, tiled shower hosting yet another window! Wrap-around rustic porch that can be accessed from the dining area, bedroom, and bathroom. Predominant view is to the west, perfect for watching sunsets in the Davis Mountains with the McDonald Observatory visible in the distance. We loved this place and look forward to returning. I am told that the owners are architects -- they have wonderful interior design sense as well and have furnished and equipped the casita with many higher end items. I hope we were good stewards of their space
VictoriaMay 2016The casita was everything we could have imagined and more. Randall kindly greeted us at our meeting point upon arrival and we followed him up the steep gravel road. I'm scared of heights but the drive wasn't bad at all. The views are pretty amazing during the drive so it was well worth it. When we got to the very top and entered the space, we were blown away by the views out the windows, the patios and the style/decor. It's super clean and so spacious. Comfy bed. Nice window in the shower to gaze out while you are showering. Lots of books/games to keep ourselves entertained. We had everything we needed for our special anniversary weekend. We thoroughly enjoyed the space and it's many patios/views. This is definitely the place to kick-back. And OMG the stars! We have been to west texas before (Big Bend) and the stars are amazing. But the fact that you can be laying in a cozy bed looking out the windows at night and see the stars. Pretty fantastic. We would absolutely recommend renting here. Randall is a GREAT host and is always available if you need anything (which we didn't cuz everything was there for us that we needed). This was our favorite place to stay out of all the Airbnb's from our previous travel. And I didn't think any place out of those could be topped. This one did! Thanks Randall for everything!
Kristin October 2016Randall did a great job of communicating all we needed to know about our arrival to the Scobee Mountain Lodge. We are so happy suggested an all wheel drive vehicle - it made getting up the steep road easy and fun! He also went through the entire home with us and showed us all the features available for us to use! Our favorite was the outdoor shower overlooking the mountains and a fireplace in the living room for cozy nighttime fires. The pictures really don't do this place justice, it was the perfect secluded retreat for our honeymoon!
NewSeptember 2016We arrived a little earlier than expected to meet Randall, and although he was out on an errand, he returned promptly to check us in. The vehicle we were driving made it up the winding mountain road with the expert driver behind my wheel. We shifted out of traction control and used the lowest gear for the climb and did just fine. The views are spectacular and the lodge is a wonderful respite away from civilization. We enjoyed both decks in the morning and evening and stayed within the walls in the heat of the day. The kitchen is well equipped which made for easy meal preparation and enjoyment of the car-free days. Pictures cannot capture the incredible natural beauty of this wonderful well-appointed home. Very quiet. Restful with a nice library and incredible views from every room. THANK YOU, Randall for being so accommodating!
CarolineJuly 2016Randall is courteous and professional. He obviously put a lot of thought into the design and placement of the house, providing a good balance between isolation and convenience. Our kids loved the place and we won't hesitate to try and book the house again the next time we plan to be in the area.
RobertAugust 2016Wonderful house with amazing views!! Randall was very responsive to questions and made the process very easy. If you are looking for a peaceful retreat, this is it!! Lovely home. Would definitely recommend making a reservation with Randall for this house, and I hope to return one day!! Cindy
cindyOctober 2016The host canceled this reservation 5 days before arrival. This is an automated posting.
CaitlinTipo de quarto
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Kirk was very quick to respond to my booking request, answered questions and offered dining suggestions. The house was clean, comfy and perfect for a relaxing weekend.
sheilaOctober 2016Cozy comfortable room. We enjoyed our stay, it and fort davis are perfect if you wish to 'decelerate'. Thank you Kirk
PeterJanuary 2016Kirk's place was perfect. We were attending a wedding in Ft. Davis and came across this rental. It was adorable, immaculate and had everything we needed. It was walking distance from the wedding hotel, as well as the rest of the town, so the location was ideal. Kirk also sent a really great list of recommendations for Ft. Davis, Alpine and Marfa. Definitely recommended!
RakheeOctober 2016We came in winter. The city felt safe. I walked to the end of town by myself at night. Fort Davis is a lovely, if remote town. The unit was clean and comfortable.
dianeJanuary 2017Great getaway place for a couple. Central location good for exploring all the area has to offer. Clean and comfortable.
mattNovember 2016Kirk responded quickly to my request to book and provided lots of really useful information on the area. The property is as shown in the pictures - probably comparable to a large hotel room in terms of size and amenities, but so much nicer with lovely decor. It is a perfect location for exploring Fort Davis and the wider area, e.g. Davis Mountains, Balmorhea State Park, Big Bend National Park, Marfa. I would recommend this to anyone interested in exploring West Texas and all it has to offer.
PamelaFebruary 2016Our studio cottage was perfect for a three day get away to the mountains with my boyfriend and our dogs. It was cozy, offered gorgeous scenic views, and the bed was very comfortable. It was the perfect place for a relaxing weekend.
ChelseaMarch 2017Very cozy, good location. Needs a bigger TV and frig.
MikeDecember 2016Tipo de quarto
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Mary was VERY friendly--she checked up as the reservation drew near, met us in town to lead us to the place, and checked in regularly to make sure we had everything we need. She even included a VERY helpful list of restaurants and things to do in town and the surrounding area. The Carriage House itself was MUCH bigger than it looked on the listing! That and the listing doesn't even include the amazing and beautiful grounds that surround the house. The neighborhood is secluded and rural and perfect—there are chickens that roam the house, and after the sun goes down (except for the lights on the property) it's totally dark--amazing for stargazing.
BenjaminOctober 2014The Carriage House was perfect. Adorable. Comfortable. Private. Everything you need is there. The surroundings are gorgeous! I would stay here again and again!
jordanMarch 2016The carriage house was just wonderful. Mary was an excellent communicator from the beginning-- helping give us specific directions and answering any questions we had. We spent 3 nights there and everything was clean, inviting, and had all the essentials. We were thrilled to have nice hotel-grade new soaps, shampoos, and other amenities (hair dryer, laundry detergent, all kitchen supplies) available to us. You could really tell someone planned the place with a great attention to detail-- from the nice towels to the lush bed linens to fire logs & matches to use in the fire place. We were so comfy and cozy, it was difficult to leave. Thank you Mary for a fabulous stay at the Carriage House -- we can't wait to come back!
neeshaDecember 2014Such a lovely place! Mary was an awesome host. Fort Davis is very charming. Would stay here again.
JilianMarch 2017Wild West Texas at its best in Ft Davis...Great host who communicated with us before we arrived and met us in town to personally guide us to our home. Wonderful one bedroom private home surrounded by scenic views and walking distance to Main Street in town where friendly locals await to talk and show you what's good. Our bed was super comfortable and the interior is tastefully decorated and modern with two flat screen TVs. We even had a grill outside on the porch to cook our steaks. Would highly recommend and stay again!
BroncoNovember 2016The property, the climate, the quiet, Mary, the stars ... were all a delight. we will definitely be back. This was our first trip to this area, and while there we toured Marathon, Alpine, and Marfa. I was pleasantly surprised to find that Ft Davis is the best of all.
paulAugust 2015My schedule was such that I would be arriving in Ft. Davis around 1am. Mary was so generous and accommodating that she agreed to check me in early! We met out on the main street of town and she lead me into the spread-out, quiet neighborhood where the Carriage House is located. After a brief tour of the house (stocked with clean towels, bedding, paper towels, toilet paper and toiletries) she was on her way. The next morning I cooked breakfast in the fully-equipped kitchen and was grateful for the provided coffee packets and dishwasher. Oh, and there are roosters housed in a nearby neighbor's yard...you'll hear them! My girlfriend and I spent most of the morning reading on the porch and watching our dogs marvel at the free-roaming chickens. We took a Skyline Drive in the state park, grabbed an ice cream cone from a spot in town and then headed back to the Carriage House. We crated the dogs and left for our tour of the McDonald Observatory. You. Must. Go. There. ...And if you're in Ft. Davis, I'm sure you had planned on doing so. The skies out in west Texas are "The Darkest Skies in North America" and we were able to see Jupiter and three of its moons along with a host of constellations and star clusters. On the way out of town the next day, we grabbed a quick sandwich slapped together in the general store and hit the road back to Austin. Thanks for the hospitality, Mary! We certainly hope to make this trip again and when we do we'll look you up!
ChristopherMarch 2016We had a great time in Fort Davis! It is a great spot in between Alpine and Marfa and so easy to get to both! The house has everything we needed and a lot of privacy. Mary was easy to reach and gave us lots of good info about the area! We love West Texas and this was a great home base to explore! We also love that we got to bring the dog!!
PatrickFebruary 2017Tipo de quarto
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We really enjoyed our time at Clarissa's place. We had family reunion for Christmas and this was a great location for that. Its only 14 miles (20 minutes) from the McDonald Observatory, so we could do the afternoon Sun program, come home for an early dinner and drive back out for the Star Gazing Party at the Observatory. While its quite a drive to Big Bend National Park, our research showed this to be the optimal location (other than backcountry camping in a tent within the park). We drove through Alpine, TX on our way to Big Bend and were so happy that we did not choose the alternative: a plain Holiday Inn in that town. On our day trip to the Big Bend National Park, we modified our original plan and are happy we did: we entered the park on Highway 385 by the Persimmon Gap Station (entrance fee: $ 25 per vehicle), hiked the Dog Canyon Trail, had a picnic lunch by the new Fossil Bone Exhibit, made a pit stop by the Panther Junction Visitor's Center (good restrooms, well-stocked gift shop and a post office to mail your postcards), drove the scenic route (plan time for lots of photo-ops) to Maverick Junction and picked up Highway 118 North all the way back to Clarissa's place. Two negatives of the place: (1) Right now, there are some wasps in the house. This is not uncommon for the season and location in Texas. One of our family was bitten by a wasp twice in a row, on both hands (luckily, a dose of Benadryl was handy - no harm). (2) The woodpeckers that are making holes on the house were a constant distraction on Christmas day, when we stayed home the whole day. This is the desert, so be sure to take moisturizers and drink lots of water. An unexpected bonus was that Clarissa's place is less than a minute from Porter's Thriftway, which turned out to be a surprisingly well-stocked grocery and inexpensive gas station. The home itself is spacious and well cared for. It was clean, had loads of books, videos and DVDs that span tastes from children to adults (think a full line of Disney movies, some Pixar, Season Five of Monk, several Psych, and many that I did not know). We did not try the fireplace, so no comment there. The pantry and fridge had a lot of stuff. The appliances are old but functional. [Hint: to use the microwave, set time by pressing in and then rotating the knob clockwise]. Be sure to step out of the house at night to marvel at the coal-black sky with awe-inspiring array of stars and listen to the coyotes, owls and rural night sounds. We had a great time in Fort Davis and recommend Clarissa's place on Airbnb.
PrabuDecember 2016House was great, very comfortable home away from home. Full size kitchen made cooking easy. Very close to state Park and local shops
NathanFebruary 2017Everything needed is there for a very comfortable stay for the entire family! Very roomy and great sunset view. Excellent location, close the Fort, State Park, groceries and shopping.
MatthewSeptember 2016The host canceled this reservation 9 days before arrival. This is an automated posting.
ChelseaThanks. Did the trick for us during an extremely busy weekend
SergeiFebruary 2017Tipo de quarto
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This is the perfect Airbnb to stay in while visiting marfa! The location is great and close to everything. The space is very comfy and nicely decorated. Ash was so great and even let us check in a few hours early. We will definitely be returning here again in the future!
Israel August 2016Ash's place is absolutely amazing. It's a perfect place for two to three guests and the amenities are top notch. You're within walking distance to most places in the city, and you're still afforded privacy during your stay. Ash is super communicative and responsive, and a great resource for cool things to do and see. I'd definitely stay at Casita Rosa again when I return to Marfa.
RobertAugust 2016Ash's place has all the little touches a traveler appreciates. The bed was comfortable, towels were soft, and we really enjoyed the Marfa soap. It took no time at all to get hot water for showering which was awesome with the cold weather. Heaters in the room and bathroom worked very well. The oil diffuser was a pleasant surprise. Chemex coffee maker was easy to use. Big Bend coffee was great! Great location! We would definitely stay at this casita again.
HilarioDecember 2016Stayed at this lovely casita for 2 nights. It was beautifully furnished and the host included many little personal touched (local soap, great books, local coffee, etc.) that made the stay all the better. Would definitely stay again!
AshleyJanuary 2017Loved our stay! Located central to Marfa. A short walk from everything. The place was clean, and well decorated. Highly recommend.
MikeJanuary 2017The Casita was perfect! Excellent location, comfortable bed and really cool modern decor. Communication with Ash was really easy and she left coffee, tea and Topo Chicos for us. We will absolutely be back!
PaxtonOctober 2016This is the place to stay! Perfect for 2 people! We were in Marfa for 2 days and this little gem was so cute we could of stayed in and had a wonderful time! The weather in Marfa was nasty but with a good attitude and lots to see in Marfa we loved it!
NeelyJanuary 2017We loved Casita Rosa! It's a clean and gorgeous space. Even the welcome note was beautiful. We loved the soaps, the filtered water, and the topo chico. The bed is reallllly comfortable. Ash and Andy are wonderful hosts, and we look forward to staying here again.
SarahAugust 2016Tipo de quarto
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There was someone there to greet us upon arrival and show us around, great. Everything was provided (coffee, spices for cooking, etc) and plenty of cookware, glasses, plates, silverware - all we needed was food from the grocery store. Outstanding place for families with pets - large fenced in yard. Thanks for sharing your house, Jessica and Sharon. We had a blast!
RickNovember 2016You'll love the spaciousness of the house, the wonderful kitchen and lovely covered patio. It right near bars and restaurants and even has a friendly cat to pet!
JanieJanuary 2017Tipo de quarto
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We had great personal communication with Kirk by email and phone calls, before and after we arrived. We found the place to be immaculate, very comfortable, linens were nice, crisp white sheets. All the imenities of home. Fresh bag of ice in the freezer. Lots of coffee available. Easy to find. Great view of the mountains. A/C worked great. Very enjoyable stay. Had neighbors ajoining us with no complaints about them at all. It is an easy days drive to make the circle thru the Big Bend area and back. Great little small town with good food and friendly locals. Would definitely go back and will highly recommend it to friends. Airbnb is the way to go. Felt very secure with the way they process the booking. Liked the way they investigated me personally before the booking was finalized. Made me feel very secure. A big thumbs up. Beverly Burson, Roswell, NM
BEVERLY September 2016We loved the Casa Hermosa Starlight Suite! It is lovely & close to all Ft. Davis activities. We were here for a destination wedding, and couldn't have enjoyed it more. All the basic amenities are there, without being cluttered. The suite was clean & easy to use.
KayJanuary 2017Kirk was very helpful and responsive. I highly recommend.
ChrisJanuary 2016Communication between Kirk and ourselves was prompt and helpful. Entry to the property was very easy via a keypad. The property description was accurate, but don't expect the house to be yellow, it's currently blue! The house was perfect for anyone going to visit the McDonald Observatory, as we were. The linens were very nice on the beds. The rocking chairs on the front porch were a nice touch that we took full advantage of. Downsides: slow internet. The Wifi was running at 1.5 Mbps...fine for surfing, but don't expect smooth video. The TV was also pretty puny (about a 23" monitor). C'mon, you can buy a 42" at Walmart for about $200! Also, be aware the two-bedroom suite is physically attached to another separate one bedroom, and if that is occupied (it wasn't during our stay), it might not be as quiet and peaceful as it was during out stay. Overall, I was happy with the property.
JohnMay 2016This was our first Airbnb experience and we were thrilled to have it go so well. We absolutely loved our sojourn at Casa Hermosa in the Starlight Suite. Originally, we were intending to book the smaller attached King Suite, but someone beat us to the punch. We did have other people staying in the adjacent suite while we were there, but honestly without seeing their car, we would never have known they were there. We could not have been happier with our luck. On top of stellar views, a fantastic, walkable location, and some much needed peace and quiet (I was recovering from minor surgery), the suite had everything we needed to make our stay perfectly comfortable. The little touches that Kirk had taken to make it "plug and play" easy were a gift--the no key electronic front door, the guidebooks/instructions, even down to the travel shampoos in the bathroom since I forgot mine. When in doubt about were to eat, Kirk can let you know all the hotspots. We did half and half, and loved both the options to eat out in "town" and dinner al fresco on the porch watching the sunset bounce off Sleeping Lion Mountain. If you are traveling here to attend a Star Party at the Observatory, you will LOVE the location. It is a super easy drive and you still have area attractions to check out while waiting for it to get dark. Check out Ft. Davis National Historic Site and hiking in the state park nearby. The views are just plain sublime. There is no doubt we will be back to stay in the suite again as it has fast become a favorite and we're hoping to make it a family tradition.
MargaretOctober 2016Cute little place, an easy walk to the center of Ft Davis. Communication with Kirk was great. I liked that we had access through a keypad on the front door. Great view of Sleeping Lion Mountain out of the comfy front porch that was wonderful for relaxing at sunrise and sunset. This place fit 4 of us, our bicycles, and all of our gear very comfortably.
KrisJune 2016Tipo de quarto
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I loved my stay here, it's so charming. Susan is a wonderful host. She was quick to text me back if I had any questions. She even stayed on the phone with me just to make sure I could get the front door unlocked since it was dark. I really appreciated that. Susan has the place beautifully decorated and there are local antiques sprinkled throughout. I loved looking at every little detail. The fireplace was toasty warm when I arrived. The bed is super comfortable. Kitchen is amazing and fully equipped if you have a longer stay. It has all the comforts. Truly your home away from home when in Marfa!
TaraMarch 2017The Adobe is beautiful. Quiet area. The house was nicely stocked with the basic necessities. Communication was smooth as well S check in. Having a local contact was great. I would definitely recommend this adobe. Nice and spacious back yard and plenty of seating in both front and back. I appreciated kitchenware being available. You will not be disappointed Thank you Susan. See u again soon. Nita
DANETTEFebruary 2017This place is very cozy and comfortable. After a long day of hiking in Big Bend, a late night star party, and driving around, it was very nice to come back to a well-lit home with a fire and music to set a pleasant mood. The outdoor space is quite nice too.
MaeganMarch 2017What a treat when we arrived in Marfa to this wonderful house! On top of being spacious and very well equipped, there was a charming (huge) courtyard to have morning coffee and plan our day. We were able to walk nearly everywhere on our list. The house is very comfortable and quiet at night and the stars are dazzling from the front porch. Loved our stay here and would stay again and again!
NatalieMarch 2017Tipo de quarto
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Julie's casita was amazing! We especially loved the binder of info she left us about Marfa attractions.
TeresaJune 2016Julie was a fantastic host, we rang her for directions and she was incredibly helpful.
EmmieOctober 2015The space was a little bit outside of the main part of Marfa. It is really easy to drive in and park, so this wasn't a big deal at all, but if you're looking to be able to walk to all the galleries and restaurants on Marfa's main street, this is a bit far. But on the bright side, it was nice and quiet. It was very spacious and bright, as there are two big sky lights. If you're on vacation and looking to sleep in, you might want to bring a sleep mask because one of the skylights is directly over the bed. Also, the bed is a full, not a queen so you'll be nice and cozy with your partner! This space was fine for seeing the sites and exploring the city; however, we were attending a wedding, and my husband and I found it a bit difficult to get ready. There is no full length mirror, there was no soap or conditioner in the shower, and the shower is really small with limited hot water. So ladies, if you need to shave your legs, it will be difficult. Also, this might just have been a fluke, but the space was not very clean.
MeghanJune 2016Julie's casa is a little gem - and there was even coffee, beer and cereal/yogurt waiting for us in the fridge! Communication with Julie was perfect too - I can highly recommend staying at her place!
DanielNovember 2015Awesome place to stay! Super clean and great location! The carport & private patio were great. Binder that Julie has with some info on Marfa was very useful. Would stay there again and would definitely recommend this place to friends.
TimJuly 2016Julie's Starry West End Casita was perfect for our first trip to Marfa. It is very cozy with Southwest charm and two roomy sleeping areas. And, the big skylights make sleeping under the Marfa starry sky an experience to remember. We enjoyed visiting the Marfa Lights Viewing Center, as well as Planet Marfa and Jett's Restaurant in the elegant Hotel Pasano. Julie left a well stocked kitchen and very helpful notes about places to visit in Marfa, which caused us to wish we could have stayed longer to visit them all! I highly recommend Julie's place any time you plan to visit Marfa.
joyceNovember 2015Clean, awesome.. amazing. Super stylish and comfy. Would stay again for sure.
ZachFebruary 2016Julie and the Casita were both great! Highly recommend a stay while you're in Marfa.
SeanNovember 2015Tipo de quarto
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I highly recommend this property! Beautifully decorated, cozy and conveniently located. The bikes were a huge plus as Marfa is very tiny and you can simply bike to grab food or check out an art gallery instead of driving. Genevieve responds very quickly and I felt incredibly welcome and supported during my stay!
LindseyJune 2016A delightfully appointed suite right in Marfa. It is nearly a straight shot to Chinati. The self check in is great for those travelers arriving late as we did. Coffee and tea awaited us, along with toiletries, everything a weary traveller could ask for. The quirky decor just added to the experience of visiting this artistic destination in the middle of West Texas. While the exterior photos online gave us some pause, in fact, the house is in a rural neighborhood in varying states of development and we felt perfectly safe leaving our moving truck on the street.
EdwardMay 2015Genevieve was very responsive and sweet in her correspondence with us. Place was super cute and very cozy! It was very spacious and had a great setup. The bed was very comfortable as well! The only thing we weren't aware of was no AC. I should have caught that AC wasn't listed on the amenities (only heat). We're from Texas so we're used to the heat but we are also used to having AC to sleep at night. Luckily it gets pretty cool in Marfa at night but that cool air never made it in the room (even with the windows open) until 3 or 4 in the morning. Both nights it was 80 plus degrees in the room even with the fans. The cooling AC fan unfortunately didn't do any help for cooling down the room (or maybe it did but it was still too hot to notice) :( obviously the heat wouldn't be a factor if we came at a different time of the year so this is our own fault. These are our own quirks and are probably very minor to others but just something to note. Overall, our stay was great and perfect price! The privacy was great and it was nice to have our own little "suite" :)
KristenAugust 2015Genevieve's place is a delight. Quiet, comfy, and Bohemian, the Gypsy Lounge is a great reflection of Marfa itself. Just a few minutes from the center of town, it's a splendid base for exploring the area's art and culture. Genevieve herself is a wonderful host—thoughtful and communicative.
MartinMay 2016We loved staying at the Zenabel Lounge. It was "perfectly Marfa", as others have mentioned. Travis was a breeze to work with, and check-in/check-out were super easy! The location was great, within walking distance to many must-see Marfa attractions. I only wish our trip could have been extended into mid-end of week, since Marfa is mostly shut down on Monday and Tuesday. Overall, it was a great experience! We will be back!
KelsieSeptember 2016The Zenabel Lounge was just as expected! There was some amazing artwork on the walls, it was clean, and the bed was very comfortable. I would definitely stay again and highly recommend if anybody plans on visiting Marfa!
AnaAugust 2016Didn't want to leave—Genevieve's space is lovely, cozy, and in the perfect location. Thank you, Genevieve, for checking in with me via text to make sure I got in ok and that I had everything I needed. I hope to return in future days.
EmelieJune 2015Great cute place for exploring Marfa and surrounding towns! Genevieve sends you a great blog site to find places in Marfa and she has one day excursion pamphlets at the place! They were very useful for us as signal was sparse! 10/10 would recommend
TheresaMarch 2017Tipo de quarto
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We had a wonderful time at the trailer. It's beautiful, clean and spacious. Highly recommended!
KatherineNovember 2016A full, western Texas experience with the train and the trailer park! A bit loud, so recommend earplugs to sleep. Trailer is a nice, clean, white box. Beautiful fur rug. Kitchen and bathroom were on the other side of the lot-- clean and handy. Totally decent. Cate was very friendly and helpful despite being overseas.
ErinOctober 2016Loved our time here. The airstream was wonderful, Marfa was magical, we couldn't have asked for a better experience.
MolSeptember 2016Utterly magical--Cate's place was the perfect place to stay, and wonderful to come back to after a day in Big Bend National Park. The stars at night were breathtaking. The perfect Thanksgiving holiday!
GraceNovember 2016We loved Cate's trailer! Very clean and cozy. Close to the center of Marfa. We were able to sit outside in her cute chairs and watch the sunset and sunrise. Would stay here again!
EvetteSeptember 2016Quintessential Marfa stay. The space was clean and claiming. Cate was attentive and communicative.
PamAugust 2016What a wonderful experience! Cate is so communicative and helpful. The space, of course, is a great place to stay over the weekend. So soft and cozy to sleep in and such a cute area. Plus, it's is also a ~20 minute walk to town (in case you might want to have a few beers! or, if you like walking around). Great town full of great people.
LarissaSeptember 2016This renovated 70's trailer was the best place I've stayed at for a while! Very cozy and warm at night and cool during the day (when we were actually there). Cate always replied quickly with any questions we had and left very informational pamphlets at the trailer about things to do in Marfa. We were a little weary about a shared bathroom/shower, but it was very well kept and clean and didn't bother me at all. The park itself was about a three minute drive into the heart of Marfa, which was perfect! I would definitely stay here again!
MicaelaJanuary 2017Tipo de quarto
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This casita was private, clean, thoughtfully decorated and very unsuspecting. Perfectly located as well. I would definitely stay here again. Gory was a very responsive and helpful host.
MaureenJuly 2016Gina's space is within walking distance of almost everything in Marfa so it is extremely convenient. The space is spare, clean & has nearly everything you need to cook meals & unwind. While we were sorry not to meet Gina, she responded immediately to texts throughout our stay, assuring that we had everything we needed.
LeslieDecember 2015Gina and Gory were very kind and communicative. The location of the casita is one block from the main st of Marfa and I chose to walk most places instead of driving....which is also extremely easy...because Marfa and the local Marfans are so charming :)
DavidMarch 2015This Casita was great -- close to everything, private, quiet and comfortable. We wanted a place with a full kitchen for our stay and this fit the bill. Gory was a great communicator. I'll definitely stay here next time I'm in Marfa.
FranklinNovember 2016The Casita was great! It was very clean, much larger than the pictures indicated, and centrally located (walking distance to groceries, restaurants, etc.). The bed was comfortable, the kitchen stocked with everything we needed, and Gory's communication was clear. One thing to note: there were no window coverings. This was not a problem for us, but if you like to sleep in it may be a consideration. Highly recommend this Airbnb!
AshleyJanuary 2017We loved everything about this perfect Marfa stay! Centrally located, fairly priced, clean, and full of sunlight, it was ideal for our visit. Over the years, we've stayed in the town's hotels, various spots at El Cosmico, and other house rentals nearby, but this is our new favorite spot. Arriving and checking-out was so simple. We were glad to park our car, and then be able to walk everywhere -- restaurants, Chinati, shops, galleries, and bars. The bed was comfy, and the iron and hair dryer came in handy, too. The AC was super cold, and everything was outfitted beautifully. To boot, Gory was a really kind host, full of great advice and suggestions about where to eat and what was going on in town. He even made the time to share a beer and some laughs with us during a busy weekend. Will gladly stay again at this great casita when we come back to town!
LizzieJuly 2016Fantastic location for all things Marfa and more. We chose to stay here and spend the day time exploring the surrounding area on foot and further afield by car then we would take the short walk to El Cosmico each evening during the Trans Pecos Festival. Having use of the driveway and a comfortable bed, our own stove and electric kettle ( high five on the electric kettle btw!) was definitely the best option for us instead of camping out this time since the weather took a mad turn on the last night. Gory knows the area like the back of his hand and provides plenty of information on local eateries, things to see and do. He's extremely prompt with all responses and otherwise a hands off host unless more assistance is needed. Our stay was super easy and honestly couldn't have asked for more for the price and location.
jillSeptember 2016The house perfect. Great!
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We had a great time in Marfa, and Bungalow 8 was a big part of that. The space is cozy and relaxing with great modern decor and a really cool lofted sleeping area. Bungalow 8 has everything you need and nothing you don't. It was the perfect escape from big city living. A pleasant surprise: I was a little worried it would get cold inside the house since it dipped down into the 20s at night, but that was not the case. The space heaters in both the main house and separate bathroom kept the spaces very comfortable. If you're considering a winter stay - this place will keep you warm and cozy. Michael was also a great host, providing a bunch of food recommendations and tips for our trip. An unrelated aside about Marfa in general: I'd highly recommend trying to make sure you include Friday and Saturday in your itinerary, since that's when most stuff in town is open. If I could change anything about our trip, I would have arrived a day sooner to take advantage of Friday and left a day earlier.
LeahDecember 2016Bungalow 8 was the perfect getaway! The accommodations are fantastic and everything is very close. The bikes were the best way to get around town! Thanks for all the recommendations Michael! We will definitely be back!
ManuelNovember 2016Perfect.
EliseNovember 2016Really enjoyed our stay at Bungalow 8. Michael was communicative and helpful, and he greeted us with the tip to go to a local show that evening at Crowley Theatre. The place was very comfortable and perfect for our 5 night stay. The pictures represent the features of the place quite well--it's as light and airy as it looks, and the backyard is very private and lovely. The only minor difference was that the stove/oven pictured was under repair, but a hot plate was provided.
ClaireMay 2016Quintessential Marfa Adobe home with modern style. A great place to hang your hat for a couple of days. Michael is a great host and you will be well taken care of.
JeffMarch 2016A great place to stay. Michael was a fantastic host - assisting with plans, ensuring convenience, and providing great hospitality. The bungalow is a great accommodation. The kitchen is simple and effective. The patio offers a great place to lounge and relax and the views of the desert sky from the porch and yard are breathtaking. The bathroom is spacious with a rustic feel. The loft bedroom is private and comfortable. Marfa itself is SW Texas town. We really enjoy the Chinati foundation and some of the nice restaurants in town. Marfa is a must-visit spot, and our highest recommendation for Michael as a host.
Dan September 2016Michael succeeded at being "super host" while my boyfriend and I visited Marfa. Bungalow 8 was perfect. It was clean, beautiful and inviting. Michael was gracious host and took care of us and all our needs. There is no doubt about it, we will stay at Bungalow 8 again!
AnnaApril 2016Our stay at the Bungalow was really amazing. Michael is a great host, and we had a wonderful time in Marfa. The house is super well located, clean and lovely. I can't wait to go back to Marfa and stay there again.
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What a simply perfect place to stay in Marfa. Absolute center of town, quick walk to lots of things. Perfectly clean, stylish and comfortable. And Mary Lou was prompt, proactive and made everything easy. Thanks!
Anne ElizabethNovember 2016Mary Lou was wonderful from the minute I booked this property. She is friendly, responsive, helpful and very easygoing. My arrival schedule kept changing and she was very nice and accommodating. The apartment is charming and spotless, and has all the comforts of the big city right in the center of a small town. You can walk anywhere from here and see pretty much all of town from the balcony. It is very quiet and well appointed - comfortable bed, nice linens, good books, every kitchen appliance you could ever need. There's lots of information on what to do and see in and around town and Mary Lou is happy to help if you need it. I cannot say enough nice things about my experience. I wanted to move in permanently. Thanks again for a truly perfect stay!
ColbyMay 2016We had a fabulous stay in Marfa! The apartment was perfect for our stay. It was in a great location, and we loved everything about it. Mary Lou was a fantastic host and so helpful. We'd love to return to Marfa and to this charming apartment!
MahreMarch 2016Mary was a great host and we really enjoyed her space! The photos were very accurate and the unit was pretty centrally located where we were able to walk pretty much anywhere in Marfa from this location. The unit was also very safe and had all the amenities we needed (towels, washer/dryer, kitchen appliances, dishes, etc).
JenniferJune 2016Mary Lou was a great host. She made sure ahead of the stay that we knew how to get into the apartment, and was very responsive over text when we had questions. The apartment was as advertised (or better, maybe) - clean, gorgeous, modern and right in the middle of Marfa. We'd definitely stay here again.
LloydSeptember 2016This apartment was the perfect place to stay in Marfa. Our neighbors were inclusive and kind and guided us to the best, repeatedly. Couldn't have asked for more!
tattiApril 2016Excellent in all ways
ChrisOctober 2016Mary Lou was warm and welcoming. A delight! Everything was "as advertised"! She answered numerous questions pre-trip to Marfa, and then met us at the very hip apartment to give us the tour. She offered thoughts about restaurants, food trucks, pop ups, galleries, and grocery shopping, sights to see, history of the area, etc. The location of the apartment was ideal. Smack dab in the middle of Marfa on a main drag. The apartment's second story balcony proved to be the perfect spot to sip some wine and watch the world slowly go by below. Can't think of a thing we would have changed.
CecilyMay 2016Tipo de quarto
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Such an excellent experience - an excellent perch for us with tons of comfort, charm & style! Really appreciated the great dining tips etc which were very helpful given the laid back flow of time & scheduling in Marfa.
DianaOctober 2016We stayed on this amazing compound for our wedding. We were in the Love House that is on the same property, but some of our family was staying in Rock City, and we were all able to hang out and have enough room to have space. The whole compound is incredible! We had a wonderful time. Jacqueline was so so sweet and helpful. We could not have been happier and we are so grateful to have been able to stay in these beautiful houses with our big family. We would love to come back! Everything was perfect!!!
gyanApril 2015The house was absolutely amazing! Spent the memorial day weekend celebrating my bachelorette in Marfa. We rented both homes and everyone was floored by the house. We all unanimously voted this is the best Airbnb we've all stayed at. Jacqueline was a perfect host. Can't wait to come back. Thanks so much!
JessicaJune 2016This is my second stay on the Corte del Norte property and it's the perfect place for my annual small gathering. Personally, I prefer Rock City as my private space. The house is bright and airy and the perfect place for me to find some private time. The whole compound is well appointed, but Rock City has my heart: the bedroom with lots of space to spread out and direct access to a screened-in patio with day beds... ahhh! A stop at The Get Go + the full kitchen = I can make breakfast and coffee at home and really ease into my day, slowly. Having the entire property to ourselves is such a treat. Sleeping in Rock City is the icing on the cake.
JenniferApril 2016Jacqueline's space is GORGEOUS and it was a total pleasure to stay in. We loved the outside area and the fenced in porch. The attention to detail and location couldn't be better. I highly recommend this lovely house!
AdrinaDecember 2016Loved my stay at Rock City House! It's beautiful and comfortable space, well-designed and with everything you might need for a long weekend in Marfa. Very central location, within walking distance to galleries, restaurants, grocery, coffee and shops. Thanks to Jacqueline for the tips on where to go and what to see!
DinaDecember 2015We loved it here - great location, charming furnishings, lots of great outdoor spaces. Jacqueline gave us great recommendations for food and activities. The only thing missing was a full length mirror, if you are wondering how your shoes look with your coat. Fabulous place to stay, would stay again!
MadeleineJanuary 2017Jacqueline was an amazing host. Everything was so incredibly clear and easy. She had everything we could possibly need at The Rock City house. Not to mention the interior was beautifully curated, and the backyard was just as welcoming. Hope to be able to stay there again. Great experience.
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Loved the location for the place. You can walk or bike to everything in Marfa.
WesamSeptember 2016This place is awesome and looks just like the photos. Having two separate buildings/bathrooms was perfect for our group. Very clean and modern inside. You are on the west side of town here, a short walk from the grocery and liquor store. Very spacious inside and backyard, too. It was a great stay.
AndrewMay 2016Our stay in Marfa was excellent and the stay in the Alysford White was truly the highlight. This is an incredible property with very attentive hosts who communicated extremely quickly as we setup the reservation and as we checked in and out. I think this is the best value for your stay in Marfa.
JeffJune 2016Really cool place in a really cool town - close to everything and Hung's guide to Marfa is great. Hopefully we'll be back again soon.
ZacharyOctober 2016Our trip to Marfa was made even more enjoyable by our stay at Alysford White. The house itself is a work of art, and the artwork contained within blends so well with the style of what most people come to Marfa to see. Morning coffee in the screened in porch was so relaxing. Hopefully it will be available when we make our return to Marfa.
JarodJune 2016The house itself was really nice, excellently designed and very nicely appointed. Hung was fantastic - considerate and communicative, and keen to make sure we were comfortable. I would recommend this place without hesitation but for one thing: the outside areas (particularly the porch were not really safely usable because there were black widow spiders living there. In our two nights we saw five, including one that was hanging out at knee level across the back door (so a good job we spotted it before heading out that way - eek!) Importantly, though, at no point did we see any inside the house. Obviously this is far west Texas, and we all know that these kinds of critters are in the area, but in many previous visits to Marfa we've never even seen one. I hope I'm not coming across too negatively as, like I said, everything else about the listing was really great, but I didn't feel I could leave a review without mentioning this. If the outside areas can be given some attention and upkeep to clear the spiders out -- as I'm sure they will be -- then I would certainly recommend Hung's place.
LukeAugust 2016Hung was a wonderful host! His home is beautiful and filled with amazing art/photography books. The large, screened patio with an amazing fire pit is the perfect spot to enjoy cool Marfa mornings/evenings. Love this home's unique style and thoughtful design and recommend to all!
EmilySeptember 2016Fantastic host! The location was perfect. The home was clean, modern and comfy. Highly recommend!
ClaudiaDecember 2016Tipo de quarto
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I had such a relaxing and great time in Laura's casita. The location is great. Laura was very helpful and was available if needed. She provided me with a complete list of restaurants galleries and much more. The interior is setup simple clean and has a great vibe. I look forward to staying here again! Cheers guys thanks again for the hospitality.
Red October 2016Our stay in Marfa at Laura's was wonderful. The air conditioner worked great, the place was clean, with coffee and bath amenities we really appreciated. Overall, we felt happy and content in the sparse, lovely white casita. We would stay there again for sure!
munsonJuly 2016Laura was very kind and inviting. Her casita is incredibly clean and comfortable. He loved how beautifully simplistic the layout of the place is. She is an incredibly organized host. All the things that one would need are left for you....water, coffee and tea, clean towels, soap, a few beers and a highly detailed binder that lists all the particulars of your stay and the amenities that Marfa has to offer. We HIGHLY recommend Laura's casita to anyone visiting Marfa.
DerekJuly 2016The experience was perfection! The Central Courtyard Casita was in the perfect location and as soon as we checked in Laura sent is down the road to a happy hour-- so basically she was the perfect host. She was so helpful & the apartment was perfectly lovely. 10/10!
TuckerAugust 2016Great location: close to the main streets and stores. All super clean, the decoration is so Marfa, I loved it! Privacy is well respected by the hosts, which I appreciated a lot! If you ever visit Marfa, don't ever doubt to stay at La Casita. Great experience! :)
JorgeDecember 2016The Casita was a perfect little place to stay in Marfa- it's clean, tastefully furnished, well stocked with the necessities, perfectly located in the heart of downtown, and cozy. I had a great experience and Laura was helpful and kind. I would happily stay here again and again on my visits to Marfa!
Kelly September 2016This is an amazing find in Marfa! Easy to walk anywhere, adorable casita and Laura is great. She made check in easy, was communicative and low key and left a great list of activities/restaurants/bars/etc. If you get the chance to stay here, you've lucked out!
CarlyMay 2016Adorable space, including a community courtyard. The host is very accommodating - we arrived late at night, and then had to swing by a couple days later for forgotten items. This is definitely somewhere I would stay again in the future.
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Additional information about Crakehall added by CH March 2017
In the 1856 Primitive Methodist magazine, John Simpson writes of the opening of the first Crakehall Primitive Methodist chapel that preceded the one pictured here. The chapel, in the Thirsk circuit, opened on the 23rd and 30th of December, 1855. Opening addresses in the "neat and well-situated chapel, 29 feet by 18 feet 6 inches inside" were preached by brothers F. Smith, of Keighley, and G. Rhodes, of Bradford.
Previously the society shared with the Baptists "a large room, fitted up as a chapel" but after the Baptists society died out, they decided that a new chapel was a better option - cheaper than the £4/10/0 annual rent, better suited and in a better situation. The cost of the new chapel was £115 of which they raised an encouraging £86/10/0; brother T. Braithwaite promised to advance the rest at four per cent interest.
The subscription list was headed by a donation of £20, from "our never-failing friend, Mrs. Pickard (whose purse is ever open to every good work)" and a bequest of £10 from Mrs Pickard's brother, the late J. Pemmer, Esq., of Crakehall. Other named donors were Miss Beck, Mrs. E. Taylor, Mr. E. Taylor, all of Crakehall; and Mr. Thomas Yeates, of Thirsk. "The undertaking was commenced and continued in the midst of much prayer; and to this must be attributed, in a great measure, the harmony which attended, and the success which has crowned."
The second chapel pictured here was located at the northern end of Crakehall Bridge. On the 1892 Ordnance Survey 1:2,500 map there is a small chapel marked on Fell End a little further west along the A684 which could have been the 1855 chapel. The later chapel is marked on 1973-5 maps as "Methodist Hall".
Primitive Methodist magazine February 1856 pp.115-116
The story of Crakehill has been updated with an account of the opening of the first Primitive Methodist chapel.
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Ancient Indian Spacecraft And Aircraft Technology
The Brahmastra and Vimana used in the pre-Mahabharata period are nothing but the earlier versions of today's nuclear weapons and spacecraft.'
It is this feeling that one would get after listening to a lecture on 'High Technology in Ancient Sanskrit Literature' by Mr. C. S. R. Prabhu, senior scientist, NIC, Hyderabad, on Thursday as part of the three- day Indo-Nepal Sanskrit Conference, currently underway at the Rashtriya Sanskrit Vidyapeetha here.
Mr. Prabhu, quoting extensively from ancient texts, stressed that the pre-Mahabharata period was an age of high technology, which was ignored in the Medieval period due to reasons not known.
He quoted from the texts of a great scholar, Subbaraya Sastry, who, in a state of yogic trance, is said to have orally dictated the spacecraft technology in a period somewhere between 1875 and 1919, which was recorded by his disciples. The text, a copy of which is still in Nepal 's Royal Library, contained technical details on assembling, fabricating and erecting a spacecraft, the metals, semi-conductors, advanced alloys used and other minute aeronautical information. Though quite difficult to be believed on the face of it, the fact that this technology did not exist anywhere in the world - not even in America and Europe - in the mentioned period, makes it hard for one to disbelieve.
The technical information given in Sastry's texts was as minute, precise and clear, as if it were a 'Make your own spacecraft' or a 'Spacecraft technology in 30 days' except for the Sanskrit language used, which was very much archaic and obsolete, Mr. Prabhu said. On a tip on making an alloy, the text said 'Krishnaseesam Chanjanikam Vajrathundam samamsathaha' from which the real meaning of 'Vajrathundam' (used in that context), could not be found in any contemporary Sanskrit dictionary. ''After a great amount of interaction with ayurvedic specialists and Swamijis with intuitive interpretations, it turned out to be the cactus plant,'' he said.
To further strengthen his claim, he said there were wall paintings in some forts in Rajasthan depicting the use of rockets in Mughal warfare and even by Tipu Sultan of Mysore . Another interesting fact he gave was that the spacecraft could become invisible on its own. The lead alloy (Thamogarbha loha) used in making the body of the spacecraft would absorb light around it in a photo chemical reaction that would make it disappear.
On testing the Krishna seesa metal mentioned in the formula in the laboratory of Birla Institute of Science, Hyderabad , Mr. Prabhu found the metal absorbing 78 per cent of laser light, which means, any other light could be easily absorbed, giving ample proof that there existed a technology to make things invisible. Also the use of an alloy of copper, zinc and lead made the spacecraft's body resist corrosion by 1000 times over that of the current levels. Using Ararakamra material for the axle and wheels had made it possible for taking 'U' turns and serpentine movements.
An astonishing fact is that the Ararakamra metal was an alloy of copper, zinc, lead and iron, the combination of which is impossible, according to modern metallurgy. Technically, the ''Young's modulus'' of this metal is said to be higher than that of steel, making it stronger. As the spacecraft had to be capable of resisting high temperature, on re- entering our atmosphere from the outer space, its body was made with a metal called 'Raja Loha'. Its special feature was that apart from resisting heat, it converted light from lightnings into energy. To crosscheck all these details, there were no furnaces available in Hyderabad to melt metals at a high temperature of 2500 degrees celcius, Mr. Prabhu lamented.
Another hitch came into his research in the form of the 'energy' used. 'Though the texts explained that the spacecraft was propelled by 'Sourasakthi', modern solar technology does not generate so much power to drag a rocket', he pointed out. Later he found out to his bewilderment that it was a kind of 'nuclear power' that was used in those days. 'The solar power, when coupled with gamma rays produced nuclear energy that had the power to propel a rocket', Mr. Prabhu observed.
He even spoke on 'Tripura Vimana' that was used to travel in space, water and on land, by using the metal 'Trinetra loha'. Mr. Prabhu said he had submitted the model and some more information on the 'super metal' to the Indian Metal Society Conference and further claimed that the advisor to the government on scientific affairs Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam too had asked him to bring the design of the plane.
A committee which was appointed by Indian Institute of Science to investigate into it, declared Sastry's texts as 'fraud', but Mr. Prabhu reasons that the descriptions mentioned in the ancient texts were perhaps too advanced to believe, making the committee to hastily come to the conclusion. He wanted a national level effort to prove that the so called 'myths' were in fact, scientific formulae on advanced technology. He said he had proposed a project called 'Bharadwaja Institute of Vedic Science and Technology', the objective of which was to derive, decipher and reproduce advanced methodologies and processes from Vedic and post-Vedic Sanskrit texts, for which he sought government's support.
(source: Ancient Indian Spacecraft And Aircraft Technology - thehindu.com). Refer to Hidden mysteries.
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Large Symbols Like Peruvian Signs Found on Gujarat Hillside
Vadodara, Gujarat, India. August 6, 2006: Geologists have discovered a striking archaeological feature on a hillock in the Kutch district of the western Indian state of Gujarat. This feature is shaped like the Roman numeral VI. Each arm of this feature is a trench that is about two meters wide, two meters deep and more than 100 meters long. The feature has evoked the curiosity of archaeologists because such signs have mostly been observed so far in Peru. The team, led by Dr RV Karanth, a former professor of geology at the Maharaja Sayajirao University in Vadodara, Gujarat, has been involved in a palaeoseismological study of the Kutch region for the past 11 years Palaeoseismology involves the study of sediments, landforms and other geological evidence of past earthquakes to unravel their history and determine the nature and occurrence of present-day earthquakes. This feature was discovered at a hillock 3km from the sleepy oasis township of Khavda, which is also known as the gateway to the Rann of Kutch, an extensive salt marsh of western India and southeast Pakistan between the Gulf of Kutch and the Indus river delta. Dr. Karanth says such trenches have not been noticed elsewhere in the region. Archaeologists, he says, can now pursue further research. Geometric lines and animal shapes etched into the desert plain by people of the Nazca civilisation (AD 1-700) of Peru are well known. "But such signs on hill-slopes have not been reported from Peru," says Dr. Karanth. He says that one of the prominent explanations given for the Peruvian features is that they may have been constructed to make astronomical observations and calculations. "The Tropic of Cancer passes through Kutch. So if this structure is man-made, it is likely that the slope of the hillock was utilized for making certain astronomical calculations in the past," explains the geologist. Interestingly, there are numerous indications to suggest that Harappans were well-versed in astronomy. The straight streets of that time were oriented in the cardinal directions - east, west, north and south. Linkages between ancient Harappan scripts and latter Vedic texts also suggest that Harappan priest-astronomers tracked the progress of various planets and mapped the sky. Dr. Karanth has also discovered ruins of a fort-wall, houses, storage tank and a temple on the hilltop.
(source: Large Symbols Like Peruvian Signs Found on Gujarat Hillside - bbcnews.co.uk). For more refer to chapter on India on Pacific Waves. Also refer to Vedic India and the Primordial Tradition - in chapter Glimpses XIX
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Oppenheimer and Atom bomb in modern times
Only seven years after the first successful atom bomb blast in New Mexico, Dr. Robert Oppenheimer (1904-1967) Scientist, philosopher, bohemian, and radical. A theoretical physicist and the Supervising Scientist of the Manhattan Project, who was familiar with ancient Sanskrit literature, was giving a lecture at Rochester University. During the question and answer period a student asked a question to which Oppenheimer gave a strangely qualified answer: Student: Was the bomb exploded at Alamogordo during the Manhattan Project the first one to be detonated? Dr. Oppenheimer: "Well -- yes. In modern times, of course. Charles Berlitz goes on to quote a number of passages from the Mahabharata that describe the impact of a weapon that I suspect must be the brahmaastra, although he neither names the weapon nor cites those sections of the text from which his quotations are drawn (he lists Protap Chandra Roy's translation of 1889 in his bibliography):...a single projectile Charged with all the power of the Universe. An incandescent column of smoke and flame As bright as ten thousand Suns Rose in all its splendor......it was an unknown weapon, An iron thunderbolt, A gigantic messenger of death, Which reduced to ashes. The Entire race of the Vrishnis and the Andhakas....the corpses were so burned As to be unrecognizable. Their hair and nails fell out; Pottery broke without apparent cause, And the birds turned white. After a few hours all foodstuffs were infected......To escape from this fire. The soldiers threw themselves in streams to wash themselves and their equipment...
One is reminded of the yet unknown final effect of a super-bomb when we read in the Ramayana of a projectile:
...So powerful that it could destroy The earth in an instant - A great soaring sound in smoke and flames... And on it sits Death...
(source: Doomsday 1999 - By Charles Berlitz p. 118-122). For more on Oppenheimer, refer to Quotes 21-40). *** The Discovery of Dwaraka Discovered in 1981, the well-fortified township of Dwaraka extended more than half a mile from the shore and was built in six sectors along the banks of a river before it became submerged. The findings are of immense cultural and religious importance to India. Among the objects unearthed that proved Dwarka's connection with the Mahabharata epic was a sea engraved with the image of a three-headed animal. The epic mentions such a seal given to the citizens of Dwarka as a proof of identity when the city was threatened by King Jarasandha of the powerful Magadh kingdom (now Bihar). The foundation of boulders on which the city's walls were erected proves that the land was reclaimed from the sea about 3,600 years ago. The epic has references to such reclamation activity at Dwarka. Seven islands mentioned in it were also discovered submerged in the Arabian Sea.
Why is that the rediscovery of Dwaraka has not attracted the same degree of attention in the West, as that of ancient Troy by Heinrich Schliemann?
(Note: Please refer to Chapter on Dwaraka. For information on Lost city found off Indian coast, refer to chapter on Glimpses III).
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Anyway, we love the Bay Area. I've always been enamored with San Francisco and was about to move there before Jared and I decided to get married and that would mean another year in Boston. So Jared treated me to a wonderful honeymoon in San Francisco before his final year at MIT. Our job hunt during that last year took us all over the country but when an opportunity arose in the Bay Area we jumped at the chance to create a permanent honeymoon in such a great place. We spent 6 years there. We bought our first home there. All our kids were born there. We explored the redwoods and the coast and the city with lots of babies and toddlers in tow. We try to head back every chance we get!
We loved the chance to enjoy time with Jared's sister Kathryn and her husband MJ plus with my sister Charity. Nice to have two sisters in the area. Kathryn and MJ let us all stay at their lovely home in Oakland/Piedmont (a home that felt like a second home to us the whole time we lived near them - we spent lots of time with them and their great kids who've all grown up and moved on now). And we got to see Charity's really cool house that she shares with roommates and have her as our personal tour guide of the city.
My amazing sister Charity now lives in San Francisco and it was so fun to enjoy her favorite spots which turned out to also be some of my favorite places. This is at Coit Tower, a spot Jared and I grew to love on our honeymoon.
At the old Ferry Building, we enjoyed the fabulous Saturday market and all the great samples of both food and interesting people. We were all quite entertained by wonderful street performers and by a little group of naked people riding past us on their bikes!
We went to a pancake breakfast at the church by the temple for Kathryn and MJ's ward. MJ was the master of the fluffy pancakes using the recipe their son Will perfected as part of his science fair project that won him an award on the state level.
Charity showed us a glass elevator that offered wonderful views of the city out to the bay. We rode up and down again and again. Great times! |
Driving across the good old Golden Gate is always a thrill and sharing the joy of so many favorite places with my dear sister who loves it all as much or more than me was so much fun. |
So Oliver wasn't happy and my hair looks weird. But we we did get a family photo at the Golden Gate! |
Easter Morning egg hunt in the lovely Pritchett garden |
Love those calla lillies - miss them. We had so many of them in our yard in San Jose. Love how everything grows like crazy everywhere in California. |
A rose in the Prichett garden - I miss all the rose bushes we had at our house in CA. Nothing like a perfect rose. |
After our jaunt to our old stomping grounds in San Jose, we headed back to Kathryn and MJ's for another Easter Egg hunt with the local missionaries and MJ's niece and two nephews. |
Gotta love an egg hunt - especially when these eggs had been blown out and filled with fruity pebbles cereal - fun surprise, Aunt Kathryn! |
We enjoyed a truly delicious and beautiful Easter dinner with the Pritchetts, the missionaries and some of MJ's family. Great people. Great times. Thank you Pritchetts! |


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Wed Jan 9, 2013, 05:25 AM
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How has fatality per shooting changed?
I was thinking about Gaby Giffords and how 20 years ago she probably wouldn't have survived. Or 30 years, or 40 years. You know what I mean... medical technology and technique is constantly improving.
So I was curious whether we have seen more total shootings per gun fatality over time. (The same way we have seen more shooting per fatality among US soldiers from WWII to Korea to Vietnam to Iraq.) My intuition is that we must have, but I don't recall hearing/reading about the phenomenon. Anyone know?
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Wed Jan 9, 2013, 06:52 AM
rightsideout (978 posts)
1. There was a recent article and thread on that
Shootings have increased but deaths have decreased because of rapid response and improvements in medical technology. Well equipped trauma centers (urban MASH units) with the most advanced medical equipment and skills plus more advanced EMT units and helicopters have improved response and survival rates as the shootings have increased.
The shooting rate has been pretty level but it's been on a slight incline like a 5 degree x-axis line. |
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Turbineguy (22,767 posts)
2. So maybe we should
recalculate Wayne LaPierre's pay based on amount per person shot instead of the current $24 per person shot dead.
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Wed Jan 9, 2013, 05:23 PM
cthulu2016 (10,960 posts)
3. Did it seem in line with population growth?
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Wed Jan 9, 2013, 05:27 PM
Recursion (50,726 posts)
4. Something like 5% of gunshots are fatal; it was 20% as recently as the 70s
Trauma medicine does wonderful things.


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"Edberg was involved in a freak accident during the boys' singles final at the 1983 U.S. Open, when Richard Wertheim, a linesman, was struck in the groin by a ball struck by Edberg. Wertheim fell backwards, fracturing his skull, and died in hospital shortly thereafter." (from Wikipedia) didn't know about this.
Henman got defaulted. I think it was for the incident above. Sampras once fell down and a ball rolled up his shorts (Wimbledon I think). He asked the ballboy to retrieve it. This is not very good given a former coach of his went down on sex charges. Add that to the list.
So basically... Edberg murdered a linesman with his kickserve Sampras did what to who's racquet? Rafter's ? Baaah, WUSS! :lol:
Yeah, that was Dr. Pete Fischer, Sampras's first coach. He was an amateur player, never a professional. Sampras's father approached him, at a tennis court, and asked him to hit with his son ... who might have been like nine at the time. Dr. Fischer did and was so impressed he decided to coach Sampras. The relationship lasted about ten years. Fischer is credited for getting Sampras to switch to a one-handed backhand, and for teaching him to serve and volley. He also instilled in him an adoration for Laver. Sampras first hit with Laver when he was 11 years old. Anyway, Fischer, a pediatrician, years after they parted ways, was convicted of molesting some of his patients. He served time in prison. I think he coached Justin Gimelstob and Alexandra Stevenson, for a while.
Note to Self: When calling lines for Stefan Edberg always protect your groin region. ;O) Farreaky!!!!!
okay but it goes without saying that no ball boy was ever asked to retrieve balls from sampras's shorts.
^^^ at Wimbledon against Fed or Agassi Sampras slipped and the ball went into his shorts. The ball boy came over and Pete jokingly motioned to him to retrieve the ball. It was all done very jokingly.
was that behaviour deemed controversial amongst conservative idiots? glad to see yoda back. Now, I'd left home just a week before, and I'd never ever been a Jedi before. But Obi-wan, he set me straight of course He said, "Go to Yoda and he'll show you the force!" recognize this?
The fans that day got a kick out of it. Sampras was just having some fun. You know how the ball boys are supposed to approach players that have fallen, and offer them help or get their racquet for them? When this kid approached Pete, he made a comment to the kid, and the kid had a look on his face like WTF?? He didn't know what to do. Pete immeidately got up, and the ball fell out of his shorts. Nah, where is that Jedi line from? By the way, strung up my Radical Trisys 260 MP, and hit with it for about an hour>>> man is that racquet sweet. I had forgotten how good that frame is.
great. seems like you had the same reaction of Chris from TW. i'm still waiting for a heavily discounted LE to appear on the big auction site. it's from "Yoda", a Weird Al Yankovic parody of "Lola" by the Kinks. BTW how had you found the Suspension Grip on the Prestige Tour?
Great racquet, that suspesnion grip really does an excellent job making the hits feel softer, and taking out the vibration, but I enjoyed the classic more. I like the raw feel. The suspension grip also make the racquet feel a bit flexier, although it may just be the way the racquet feels at contact. You mentioned Christ from TW. Did he recently hit with a trisys 260 mp?
I recently had it strung with a full poly. the SG really takes out a big portion of the discomfort. according to head the LE is "an exact replica of the original Radical used by Agassi in 1993". when chris playtested the LE for 3 weeks in November 2006 he fell in love with it. The TW team gave that 1993 re-issue the best set of combined scores ever.
Oh, ok. Your post confused me , because I hit with the original mid plus (from early 90's), not the LE Oversize version. I though you meant Chris from TW recently hit with the same racquet as me ...Thanks for clearing that up.
I'm a schoolteacher. If I asked a young boy to retrieve a tennis ball from inside my shorts, that would be real funny.
As a school teacher, 1. Why would you be wearing shorts; 2. why on earth would you have a ball mistakenly go into your shorts? Hmmmm. I worry about our educational system.
See Drak, I can see a ball rolling in your shorts. Heck I can see a bus rolling in there, you and your MC Hammer shorts. Drak -hammer- ulie


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I was talking to my mum about her work situation the other day and she was complaining about how she's sick of being told what to do. When I told her to just be happy she has a job at 64, she said, "Well, I can't wait until I am on the pension, then I won't have to deal with any crap". I was shocked… does my mum really think the age pension is enough?
Right now, she is earning quite a bit more than the pension, yet she wants to be on it. I said, "I hope you realise the pension isn't very much at all" and she rubbished my claims saying it was more than enough and she was looking forward to the day she could cash her cheques.
Having the knowledge of 60-year-olds that I do, and knowing the struggles of the age pension, I was confused. Is this really a mindset others have? That the pension is better than working? If you don't have a choice to be on the pension, that's another matter, but to not fully realise what comes next or even prepare to be on the pension is absurd to me. Would you agree?
At this point, the maximum age pension rate for a single is $873.90 a fortnight, which includes the pension supplement and energy supplement. That's roughly $430 a week, i.e. below minimum wage and below the bread line. But my mum still says that's heaps and she won't complain. I don't think she realises what she's in for.
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I am in the same boat as your mum. I work hard under stressful circumstances and when I go on the pension it will only be a $100 less than my take home pay now. I work in a call centre and the wages are abysmal.Yes I'm lucky to have a job but putting up with the customer abuse isn't worth the $100 a week
I live on the disability pension because of my knees and I need surgery after my divorce I basically lost everything now I have no savings no house and had to use what little super I had to move and pay bond and rent I can a sure you there is nothing left over for anything. So if I could got back to work at 62 years of age I would go and save every penny I could. Your mother is very lucky she has a job and it will be a shock to her when she does retire I know it sounds great no more bosses no more rude customers, but also no pay cheque thinking it will be spending days with friends thsts great in the beginning but will not want you at their door very day and days in the garden well thats not every day the days get lonely in time the novelty soon wears off just me on that.
I have substitute my new start by casual work since losing my job at 60 I couldn't wait to get my pension get more and can earn more. I intend to keep working even if its only a couple of days a week it gets me out keeps me active physically and mentally Im a childcare worker and even thou it can be very challanging its rewarding.
I worked in age care and got very sick for 6 months, a skin infection attacked my immune system and all medication was allergic to, as I was casual nothing I could do. Had to go on new start which has been hard but lucky I have just found some casual work in disabilities, which will help as I still have teenage son at home in first year UNI and 2 other children at Uni, 1 needing help.I will never be rich and that doesn't bother me, don't drink or smoke so that helps, yes I do have an addiction bridge, so extra work will help pay bills, keep me entertained and help 2 of the children through UNI, the other is independent working and doing honours.
I have 25 years in administration/account but when turned 50 and having 3 young children no one would give me a job so did TAFE Aged Care and Home care. I started full time work at 14 so really it is my right to retire I have paid my passage. -
Good for you. At 68 I have received a part pension since reaching retirement age. Continued to work full time. As the job became more stressful I cut back my days and then hours. Income streamed what super I had accumulated, are still accumulating super which I will collect when I finally retire. So I get a very small pension, a payment from my super investment and what I earn at work a fortnight. If people get sound advice and don't have to many expectations it all works out.
Great idea. I am on the Aged Pension and was on the Disability Pension before. I am single and own my own little 1 bedroom unit which I paid for from my Superannuation and long service money. I have had no handouts or any inheritance money to help me and I have never been married. My health is really bad and I am in and out of hospital on a regular basis. I had to give up driving my car as I could not afford to put petrol in it and pay for the extra expenses it costs to keep it on the road. I only buy healthy food, nothing processed and shop only for the specials. Just about everything in my home is Generic brand and if I have too many bills in the fortnight and I have not managed to put the money away for it, the cost comes out of my food allowance, so some weeks I am living on home made soup. I am trying to live fortnight to fortnight and desperately trying to put a little bit away for a holiday each pay after putting away bills money. If I stay at home I can save, but my treat is a cup of coffee with friends each day. I don't drink or gamble and have finally saved enough for a cheap holiday after saving for 5 years. Yes you can do it, but be prepared to give up buying lots of clothes, presents for loved ones and going out for entertainment. I worked 3 jobs at a time before my health deteriorated so paid my Taxes to gain the Pension, but I would rather be still working just to enjoy life a bit more before I die.
Does your mum have no superannuation? I retired aged 66 and got a payout plus I had some super. Its still not enough! and I work occasionally. But I understand her feelings as work conditions can be so restrictive these days. Idoubt the pension alone will be enough for her, unless she sells her house, presuming she has one, and uses the capital to downsize and have a nest egg/super.
I earned good money and now get less than half of what I earned, but the house is paid for and we manage comfortably, no amount of stress is worth living with. I only have a very small super. So no we're not well off but we manage easily. Also consider how relaxed you live not having to work, money saved on travel to work, union fees, tax. It's not that bad.
It costs money to work too – transport, clothing etc. She might not lose as much as you think. Her living costs will go down when she's not working. Once she's retired and relaxed for a while, she might feel that she wants to work part time, or earn money through crafts or things she loves to do. I think, if she's looking forward to retiring, don't worry about it. It's her choice and if she's worked for years maybe she needs to retire. Good on her.
Conversely though, I've found with my own old folk that health care goes up significantly later on – glasses, hearing aids, eye operations, doctors visits, chiropodists etc so if she can save a few dollars each week, that would be a good thing. -


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Feb 21, 2011
I actually, for the first time in almost 2 years, watched a few laps of the Daytona race. In my opinion, pushing and blocking is not racing, and I am glad I watched 15 or 20 laps, confirming that I have no interest in this style of racing, and without someone (Jeremy) to pull for. L8R. DD.
Feb 21, 2011
I'm kinda in the same boat. All 3 races were a joke & so were 2 of the winners. My main series is the Truck Series & my favorite wasn't in the Truck race. Worst of all, a flat tire made 1 of my guys cause the big one in the Truck race that wiped out all but 1 driver my 4 buddies combined root for. They got mad at me for that (Tradition). I will NOT watch the Daytona Truck race or Fluketona 500 next year cause of it. |
Feb 21, 2011
It's all about strategy. If you ask me, if one guy is willing to push another it means that he'd rather not win. I actually enjoyed this year's Daytona 500.
The nationwide series is a joke since half those drivers run the cup series full time and I'm glad that Nascar made them chose to compete for the championship in one or the other and not both. |
Feb 22, 2011
My first love was Ford...do you remember "Fireball" Roberts and the purple number 22? L8R. DD.
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Feb 23, 2011
I'm sorry you didn't enjoy the racing Dan. I'm positive that if your Methhead name sake had been there, the race would have been the best ever! NOT!!! Step-Momma Mayfield says she accepts his apology and sends her love. How's that suit against NASCAR coming? |
Feb 23, 2011
I will always be a Jeremy Mayfield fan and hope he can compete in some sort of racing in the future.It would be great if he could get into the NHRA since that would be my best chance to see or meet him in the near future.I really dont believe he is a meth head but I am looking with blinders on since he WAS my favorite driver.I really miss the days of going to Michigan speedway with my Mayfield flag and t-shirt and wearing it proudly.How is Jeremys old racing team #19 doing these days,didnt see too much of them at the race this Sunday.JM was always mad and saying some things to piss off alot of people when his team was not performing well.Show me a good loser and I will show you a loser.
Feb 23, 2011
Amen, Irish Fan! The young man that won Sunday had better be very careful...they (NASCAR) can make you, and they can break you. It was a good story, just what NASTYCAR needed for the 21 to win, just as it did in 1963 with Tiny Lund. Whatever happened to Ward Burton, also a Daytona 500 victor? How about Jeremy in drag racing? I will go see him! L8R. DD.
Feb 23, 2011
I too would love to see that! Sicne that NASCAR Race Hub interview, my fear in terms of him has for the moment subsided. I would love to see him in the NHRA or maybe even Indycar. It won't be long before the NHRA takes over as THE top US Motorsport!... |
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Feb 23, 2011
I'm a little more into the Indy car series right now myself, but Drag Racing is cool too. It almost seems to me that Danica Patrick and Ashley Force are becoming the faces of Motorsports because they are the most successful females in them. Nascar is already trying to bring Danica over and develop her into a cup series contender. I think she's better off sticking to the Indy cars myself, but I think it's a publicity thing myself. |
Feb 24, 2011
You may want to hold that thought on Ashley Force-Hood. She will not be racing this year... Shes having a baby!... congrats to her. I too think Danica should stay in Indycar. NASCAR is only using her for the ratings... |
Feb 24, 2011
Anyone remember Lori Johns or Shirley Muldowney? They were not just out there making an appearance...they were good. I'd like to see Jeremy in a bad ass pro stock Ford Mustang! L8R. DD.
Mar 12, 2011
Did you ever hear the reason for the "Purple" #22? Ford was not real happy with Fireball because of his leaving the company to drive Pontiacs in the very early 60s. When Pontiac left people like Weatherly went to Mercury and Fireball wanted back with Holman and Moody. They told Fireball they already had their first line driver with Freddie Lorenzen, however, they would see what they could do. Ford, after much thought, said that Fireball could come back but they told Holman and Moody to paint the damn car Lilac as a put down to Roberts. 1964 was a very tragic year with the losses of Fireball, Lil Joe, Billy Wade and Jim Pardue. |
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