10/10 Excellent
J A.
27 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
J A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Cabin
Elk Trail Lookout- Tranquil cabin with WiFi- 2 bedrooms available
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Cloudcroft, NM
- Sacramento Peak Observatory8 min drive
- Cloudcroft Ski Area10 min drive
- New Mexico Rails-to-Trails10 min drive
- Alamogordo, NM (ALM-White Sands Regional)51 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
3 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Elk Trail Lookout- Tranquil cabin with WiFi- 2 bedrooms available
Welcome to this peaceful cabin, nestled on the edge of the Lincoln National Forest, just 4 miles outside of Cloudcroft.
Please note * This is an OFF-GRID cabin. STAIRS are 12 steps up to the bedrooms, with a Composting Toilet type restroom located on the first floor.
This lovely retreat features 2 cozy bedrooms with one queen bed and 3 twin size beds, perfect for a relaxing getaway with friends and/or family. With propane heating or a wood fireplace available, guests can relax in the comfortable living space indoors or enjoy the propane fire pit on the balcony while overlooking the forest. Enjoy your morning coffee while looking for wildlife and birdwatching. *Unplugged/Off-Grid/ Solar power with Generator backup * No phone service/ Wi-Fi available for Wi-Fi Calling * Smart TV * Mountain gravel road (Oct thru Apr: Four-Wheel-Drive may be required) * Faucet water is from catch system. Bottled water is provided. * Composting toilet with easy-to-follow instructions * Freestyle forestry hiking
Please note * This is an OFF-GRID cabin. STAIRS are 12 steps up to the bedrooms, with a Composting Toilet type restroom located on the first floor.
This lovely retreat features 2 cozy bedrooms with one queen bed and 3 twin size beds, perfect for a relaxing getaway with friends and/or family. With propane heating or a wood fireplace available, guests can relax in the comfortable living space indoors or enjoy the propane fire pit on the balcony while overlooking the forest. Enjoy your morning coffee while looking for wildlife and birdwatching. *Unplugged/Off-Grid/ Solar power with Generator backup * No phone service/ Wi-Fi available for Wi-Fi Calling * Smart TV * Mountain gravel road (Oct thru Apr: Four-Wheel-Drive may be required) * Faucet water is from catch system. Bottled water is provided. * Composting toilet with easy-to-follow instructions * Freestyle forestry hiking
Property manager
Becky
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Cloudcroft
Cloudcroft is home to this holiday home. Cloudcroft Ice Rink and Cloudcroft Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Trestle Recreation Area and New Mexico Rails-to-Trails. Sacramento Peak Observatory and The Tunnel Stop are also worth visiting.
Cloudcroft, NM
What's nearby
- Sacramento Peak Observatory - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
- Sacramento Mountains Museum - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
- Cloudcroft Ski Area - 10 min drive - 11.0 km
- New Mexico Rails-to-Trails - 10 min drive - 10.6 km
- Trestle Recreation Area - 10 min drive - 10.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cloudcroft Brewing Company - 7 min drive
- Dave's Cafe - 8 min drive
- Dusty Boots Cafe - 7 min drive
- Black Bear Coffee Shop - 8 min drive
- Brother-N-Law Bbq - 8 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Janice S.
10 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Janice S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen N.
30 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location!
Karen N.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paige R.
23 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paige R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael S.
12 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michael S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Pauline M.
19 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pauline M.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
P. G.
11 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely magical!
P. G.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Monte S.
7 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic host!
Monte S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
About the host
Hosted by Becky
Languages:
English
Premier Host
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