Vacation Rentals by Owner

Weekend Stay in May 2012

Guest: Farmdudes (Fieldton, Texas)
Date of Stay: 05/17/12 Review Submitted: 05/21/12

Stayed at this beautiful home over a long weekend with girlfriends from West Texas. We absolutely loved our stay here. The deck is a great place for a cup of coffee in the mornings. Such a restful setting. This rental truly is a home away from home. Would come back to rent it in a heartbeat.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Spring Break

Guest: Wes (Andrews, Texas)
Date of Stay: 03/13/12 Review Submitted: 03/17/12

This was a few days with family in the mountains. The house was great with everything exactly as described. The owners worked with us on dates and were very accommodating. Very comfortable! Convenient! We will definately reserve again when planning our next get together in Cloudcroft. It worked out perfectly and a great time was had by all!!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Family Time in the Snow

Guest: Tony (El Paso)
Date of Stay: 12/28/11 Review Submitted: 01/07/12

What a beautiful home; immaculate, all the towels, pans, dishes, coffee makers, etc. that we needed. We had our children and grandchildren with us and we felt like we were in our own vacation home in the mountains. Thank you for providing a memorable time for our family. We probably will stay there again next year.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Great family vacation!!!

Guest: none (Midland, TX)
Date of Stay: 09/30/11 Review Submitted: 10/16/11

My wife and I took our 2 daughters and grandson to Cloudcroft for a long weekend. We always love staying in the area, but the Kolb's cabin made this trip extra special. A beautiful cabin with comfortable furniture and wonderful decorations made us feel like we were in a home instead of a rental. All the towels, linens, pots, pans and utensils that you would need are provided. The deck has great furniture for relaxing and enjoying the view. We saw hummingbirds, raccoons and elk from the deck. Rent this cabin and you will be glad that you did. You and your family will love it! John H

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect Cabin Getaway!

Guest: Debra from Texas (San Antonio, Texas)
Date of Stay: 08/26/11 Review Submitted: 09/08/11

Wow! I love the way this cabin has been decorated ... rustic, homey, with lots of attention to detail. It's definitely a home, not just a rental. We had hoped to escape, even just temporarily, the dry, blistering heat that plagues Texas right now. The weather and the cabin far exceeded our expectations. We definitely hope to return one day soon.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Vacation Cabin in Cloudcroft

Guest: Cindy & Jerry (Sweetwater, Tx)
Date of Stay: 08/03/11 Review Submitted: 08/16/11

We enjoyed our stay here! It was beautiful, comfortable and very inviting. The weather was wonderful with showers on several days. The high temp. was in the 70's and after a rain in the 50's. Such a relief after all the Texas heat. Thank you Kolbs for allowing our family to enjoy your vacation home. We loved it!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Great place to stay!

Guest: Cheryl & Mike (Baltimore, Maryland)
Date of Stay: 07/05/11 Review Submitted: 07/12/11

Five of us stayed at this cabin for three nights, and absolutely loved it. It was beautifully decorated, roomy, very comfortable and fully equipped. I would highly recommend staying here!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A beautiful cabin in the mountains

Guest: Happy (Denton, Texas)
Date of Stay: 06/23/11 Review Submitted: 06/26/11

This place was a dream! Clean, decorated beautifully and has plenty of room! I would highly recommend this property. Easy acess for people who have trouble with stairs! Lovely owners.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great Rental

Guest: Mike (El Paso)
Date of Stay: 11/18/10 Review Submitted: 11/22/10

The house exceeded all of our expectations. The owners were very responsive during the renatl process. The home was clean, well equiped and the photos were very very accurate. I would highly recommend this property to anyone wanting a very nice house to stay at in the mountains. We will definately consider renting this house again.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Outstanding Cabin!!

Guest: GiGi (Artesia, NM)
Date of Stay: 10/29/10 Review Submitted: 11/02/10

We can't say enough about our weekend at Elk Hollow! We've rented through VRBO across the country and in the carribean, and we rate this home above and beyond. The lovely owners have stocked this house with everything you need, and it is in spotless condition. We didn't want to leave!!"

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

One of the greatest vacations!

Guest: Suzanne (Edmond, Oklahoma)
Date of Stay: 07/24/10 Review Submitted: 08/30/10

Our stay at the Woodlands was one of the best vacations we have ever had, a perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and yet plenty of places to go and things to do within a short distance. We had all the comforts of home with all the pleasures of vacation. Since returning home I have longed to have coffee on the porch in the early morning while listening to the birds singing their melodies and surfing the web on my laptop. The Cloudcroft merchants were friendly and helpful with questions and directions. The town market had delicious pies and pastries that were baked fresh every day - my mouth waters thinking of the warm peach berry pie. My husband and I would definitely recommend this property to friends and relatives. Even though the Kolbs were not there, we felt their hospitality in their cabin's personality and decor.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: The Cutlers (Southlake, TX)
Date of Stay: 01/17/10 Review Submitted: 01/17/10

This spot is almost too good to be true. We spent a long weekend in search of a place to escape the distractions of home, yet still be comfortable enough to make it memorable for everyone. The Kolb's beautiful home in Cloudcroft, NM is an oasis. For us, the frenetic pace of life with busy, teenage kids, two careers, etc has made the pursuit of togetherness all that more elusive. This haven is just what the doctor ordered - up the hill a mile or so from the Cloudcroft village, nestled in a wooded ravine, nothing but tranquility in all directions. The first thing you notice, other than the luxurious amenities, is the pristine silence. You might just re-discover the serenity of a sunrise, the invigoration of a walk through crunching snow, or the warmth of a crackling fire shared with loved ones. The home is brand new, very well appointed, and above all cozy, and comfortable. If your kids are like ours, they want to be plugged in, and the wireless broadband and satellite TV are there if you need them. But it wasn't long before they were dragging us out sledding, skating, tubing, or even chopping wood in favor of facebook or texting. Cloudcroft isn't a ski destination, of course, but it does have a small ski hill and a tubing run. There are a few restaurants, a grocery store, a ski shop, and even a hardware store. Ruidoso is about 90 mins north. If you're looking for a self-contained, cozy retreat, bring your anxieties, and you won' t be disappointed.

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Guest: Melissa Tarbet (Big Spring, TX)
Date of Stay: 12/22/09 Review Submitted: 12/22/09

A beautiful cabin with a beautiful snowy view. We took 4 days the week before Christmas to relax and spend time with our children. This cabin cannot be beat. We skied during the day and played Monopoly and read books by the fire each evening. The house has every kind of amenity you could wish for. We plan to come back this summer and enjoy the sunrise on the deck (When it is a little warmer!) Thanks Mr. and Mrs. Kolb for sharing your home with us.

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Guest: Constance Smith (Mountain Home, TX)
Date of Stay: 09/22/09 Review Submitted: 09/22/09

Our family just returned from this lovely, comfortable, well-equipped mountain getaway in Cloudcroft, NM. It is just uphill from the town in a wooded neighborhood. We all enjoyed the scenery from the deck of the house...so quiet and relaxing! The location was convenient to our drives to White Sands and Ruidoso. With vacation rentals like this lovely house, we won't opt for a motel again. It was a relaxing family retreat...like a home away from home in a beautiful mountain setting. We'd choose this same house again if we return to Cloudcroft.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/29/09 Review Submitted: 07/29/09

What a great place to escape the Texas heat. Cool weather and beautiful wild daisys to be viewed from the front porch. The cabin is tastefully decorated and has all the ammenities one could ask for. Short trips in and around the Lincoln Forest and the city of Cloudcraft made this getaway a great choice. The Richardsons

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Guest: wendy mathis1 (midland texas )
Date of Stay: 07/06/09 Review Submitted: 07/06/09

LIke the guests from Lubbock, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here, in June (2009). The cabin is situated in a quiet, serene spot up on the mountain and has a gorgeous patio that made it difficult to get my husband to leave! The kitchen had all the cooking utensils we needed, there was plenty of room for 3 of our kids, the beds were comfy... we definitely hope to stay there again. Thank you, Mr. and Mrs. Kolb. If we could we'd make an offer on your place!!! God bless you. Wendy and Russ Mathis

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Guest: Marie Vaughn (Lubbock, TX 79423)
Date of Stay: 07/05/09 Review Submitted: 07/05/09

Beautiful, beautiful place. Very nicely furnished and all the comforts of home. The kitchen was wonderfully furnished with anything needed to cook up a meal. We thoroughly enjoyed the deck and spent most of our time out there drinking coffee, relaxing and just enjoying the beautiful surroundings, including the hummingbirds. George and Alice were so nice and helpful and made sure we had whatever we needed. I would recommend this home highly to anyone who wants to get away to a gorgeous spot in the cool pines.

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