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Gila, New Mexico-Land of Enchantment The Gatehouse is a sweet little cabin.

Gila, New Mexico-Land of Enchantment The Gatehouse is a sweet little cabin.

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Pergola with gas grill and picnic table, firepit and swing
Exterior
looking into kitchen
Living area and loft
Property grounds

Overview of Gila, New Mexico-Land of Enchantment The Gatehouse is a sweet little cabin.

10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Gila, NM
  • Popular LocationWestern New Mexico University43 min drive
  • AirportSilver City, NM (SVC-Grant County)66 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Roberts93 min drive
  • Popular LocationGila Cliff Dwellings National Monument120 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Loft

1 Twin Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Gila, New Mexico-Land of Enchantment The Gatehouse is a sweet little cabin.

The Gatehouse at Bearpaw Ranch is perfect for a small family or couple. It is a handmade log cabin with high ceilings and lots of light! The bedroom has a King size bed and there is a cute sleeping loft with a trundle bed with two single beds. The cabin has a large fenced yard with a fire pit and picnic table. It is a short walk down to our ponds, with the Gila River just beyond that.

Ideal for hiking, hunting and fishing, Bearpaw Ranch is also close to Bill Evans fishing lake and a short drive up to the Gila wilderness. Our property lies on the Gila River and you will have complete access.

We have a large barn and fenced field if you are bringing your horses. Ideal for hunting in the fall and winter. The wilderness begins a few miles up the road. Perfect for hiking and climbing, and bird-watching. There is a wild-bird preserve just a few miles south of us. Of course the bosque here on the property affords great access to spotting numerous bird species.

Silver City is 40 minutes to the south and has many art galleries and restaurants. Bearpaw Ranch is a great place to stay during the Blues Festival, the World Class bicycle races, or the Wild West Rodeo. The hotels in Silver City fill up, but you can take the short drive out to the Gila and rest in the quiet and peace, refueling for another fun time enjoying Silver City's great events.

In the mountains north of Silver City you can visit the old western town of Pinos Altos, and continue up to the Gila Cliff Dwellings. A visit to the copper mines is also a must, with a stop at Lake Roberts on the way! There is a wonderful bakery and vineyard at the nearby town of San Lorenzo.

To the northwest of us is historic Mogollon with its art gallery, antique shop, museum, and fantastic burgers at the Purple Onion. Near Mogollon is the little village of Glenwood, with the state fish hatchery and the famous Catwalk. The Catwalk is a favorite hiking spot with a lovely picnic area. Also at Glenwood, there is an outfitter that provides horseback riding. We will be happy to connect you with them!

The night sky offers a magnificent and unequaled view of millions of stars, planets and the Milky Way in all of it's glory. New Mexico values our dark night skies and a quick google map search will reveal that Gila is by far one of the darkest places in our country. If you have never known (or did know but its been a long time) what it is to be able to stroll in the starlight, you really must come visit.

There is plenty to do in the area, but many folks find that they are content to walk around the property, visit our horses, spend a little time in the sauna at the Bathhouse near Vision Pond, watch our ducks swim around in the pond, or just sit and listen to the quiet. This is a perfect retreat if you just want to get away...far away from the rat race. This is real out-west country living.

RANCH EATS! There's just one drawback to how wonderfully isolated we are. No restaurants. But, we've solved that problem for you. We have a semi-retired chef who will prepare and deliver wonderful meals to you. It is a limited menu but all scrumptious!!! We will provide details at booking.

We have 4 cabins here that are all separated by a very distant & comfortable space. At least 200 yards apart with plenty of trees. See also the Pond Cabin vrbo # 378579 and the Stewart House vrbo #472149


Keywords: Cabin, astronomy, stars, Gila, wilderness, birdwatching, river, fishing, quiet, night sky

Property manager

Rose Shoemaker
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17
Not suitable foryoung children steep ladder presen

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Some parties allowed upon request

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
$10 per pet per night up to ten nights $150 max

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 3
Note from host: Some parties allowed upon request

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Gila

Located in Gila, this cabin is in a rural area. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Silver City Museum - 43 min drive
  • Western New Mexico University - 43 min drive
  • Silver City Golf Course - 45 min drive
  • Lake Roberts - 93 min drive
  • Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • Duck Creek - 11 min drive
  • Chuckwagon Cafe - 11 min drive
  • Parkey's - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gila, New Mexico-Land of Enchantment The Gatehouse is a sweet little cabin. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Gila, New Mexico-Land of Enchantment The Gatehouse is a sweet little cabin.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gila, New Mexico-Land of Enchantment The Gatehouse is a sweet little cabin.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gila, New Mexico-Land of Enchantment The Gatehouse is a sweet little cabin. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 32 mi (52 km) of Silver City Museum, Western New Mexico University, and Western New Mexico University Museum. Big Ditch Park is 32 mi (51.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenyon N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Experience, can’t wait to stay again!
The Gatehouse cabin was very nice, warm and comfortable. My 5 year old and 7 year old loved the Bear Paw Ranch property. There were many animals, a river, a pond, a bonfire (with pre-chopped wood) and all that nature can provide. As a full-time working mom, I loved being “off the grid” and having dinner cooked by Chef Ashley. We can’t wait to come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gate house
Is relaxing, quiet, peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chloe G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Soulful Writer
I absolutely loved this location, and cabin. Took me way back to a simpler time. Great for writing and sipping tea in the mornings, while looking out my window!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

janis w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bearpaw Ranch Review
The Bearpaw Ranch is a sanctuary of peacefulness and serenity. It’s not only beautiful but open and friendly. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to spend time.
The ranch is a lovely place to spend time, with sample places to walk, to sit, to see the animals, to sense the history, just to be. The creativity of the owners is apparent and a joy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Rose Shoemaker

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Hi there! I am Rose and my husband and I moved here from northern NM 41 years ago. He passed away in 2010 and I have been developing the guest ranch since then. In the fall of 2022 my daughter, Grace, and her husband Zac, and their children moved here to take over operations so that I can "retire". The work load was becoming too much for me and I have been so happy to have them here! This is a small ranch. We now have mostly retired horses and mules. We have 3 head of Longhorn cattle. We recently added a herd of Soay sheep. They are a nearly extinct breed of small hair sheep from the British isles. We raise heritage breeds poultry including chickens, ducks, turkeys, and peafowl. Our livestock all live cage-free and free-range. No coops or stalls for our critters! We gladly share farm fresh eggs with our guests, when available, and you might find that they are the best eggs you ever ate! As an antique nut, my husband collected too many articles to fit in our old house. Bottles, mining tools, old dishes, stoves, tools, tins, crocks....etc So, he built a building to look like an old west store and you are welcome to go in and look at my collection. I call it the 'museum'...but it is really just a place to house my dust collectors. It's fun! The Cliff/Gila community is an eclectic mix of folks who love the Gila. There is one little gas station, a library, a Senior Citizen Center, a community clinic, a school, and a few churches. The Community Center has tennis/pickleball courts, a basketball court, and playground for the kids. This is a wonderful community to live in, and we are happy to share it with our guests.

Why they chose this property

I have lived on this property for 41 years. I'm a New Mexico native and grew up in Albuquerque. I moved here because I fell in love with the Gila River Valley. The Gatehouse cabin was not here when we purchased the property. It came later as a 'mother-in-law' house. She didn't take well to how isolated we were and did not stay, so I decided to rent it as a vacation rental just about 17 years ago. We had built a similar cabin down on Vision Pond and added it to the ranch rentals 12 years ago. I have been so happy to be able to share this wonderful place with so many travelers. I have met great folks from all over the US, Canada and even some from Europe. See also the Pond Cabin Property #378579

What makes this property unique

Our property straddles the Gila River with complete access to the river. We also have 4 small ponds and our guests are free to wander about the property and enjoy the river and ponds along with the bosque they create in a very private setting. I allow catch and release fishing. Many dog-owners love staying here because it is a time when their city dogs can really feel what it is to be free and unleashed!

We are on the edge of the Turkey Creek entry into the Gila Wilderness and many hikers love staying here because of the access to many great hiking and birding spots. We are also right between Glenwood and Silver City. A handy central location if you are hiking AND enjoying the museums, galleries and eateries of Silver City. I think the one important thing that my guests have told me they love the most is the peace and quiet. We live and work here and sometimes we are cultivating, cutting wood, making repairs, and in general just working...doing all the things that are demanded on a small farm and ranch. But, people still feel a sense of peace. We go about our business and our guests must just feel like they are part of the ranch. It is an easy feeling here that is unique and most everyone comments on it. There are no outside lights so at night it is really dark and you can see the moon and the stars in all their glory. There is abundant wildlife. You are likely to see fox, raccoons, javalina, coyotes, rabbits and lizards, and many species of birds. All of this wildlife and quiet, yet we are just 2 or 3 minutes off of the road. You can't see or hear the road from the cabin, but it is easy to get into and out of our little ranch and the paved highway leads right to the little village of Gila just 3 miles down the road It is a slower pace. It is less rules, more freedom. It is the desert southwest in the Land of Enchantment. I find that it is hard to explain. But, when you come...you will feel it.

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