New Mexico offers a scenic desert landscape, crisp snow-covered mountains and lush alpine forests that are ideal for rugged outdoorsy types. Recreation includes hiking, biking, off-roading, rafting, skiing and rock climbing, with some 6.4 million overnight vacationers visiting annually.
Many of these visitors wish to stay in high-end luxury cabins, which combine the rustic nature of outdoor living with modern conveniences found at home. These types of cabins are often highly concentrated in resort areas such as Ruidoso and Red River.
Condotel Corporation - Ruidoso Cabins
Condotel Corporation rents a number of fully furnished luxury cabins in the mountain resort town of Ruidoso, many of which are close to area attractions like art galleries, golf courses and hiking trails through Lincoln National Forest. Guests can choose cabins that have anywhere from one to five bedrooms and up to four baths, with a maximum occupancy of 20 people. On-site parking for up to two vehicles is available at each property, while housekeeping services can be provided during the stay if requested in advance. All properties are non-smoking, while a select few allow well-behaved pets over two years of age. Three-night minimum stays are required on holiday weekends, and two-night stays the rest of the year.
Mark Rents Cabins on the Pecos River
Mark Rents Cabins offers a selection of tastefully appointed vacation cottages along the Pecos River in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of Northern New Mexico, where fly-fishing for brown trout is a favorite pastime. The Veranda at Windy River has polished hardwood floors and a loft with a king bed, two balconies and river views. The Holy Ghost is a remodeled two-bedroom cabin perched on a private hill, left over from the area's old mining days, with a wraparound porch and stacked stone fireplace. And Virginia's Place boasts new log construction, cathedral ceilings and a hot tub. All have satellite TV, a VCR and DVD player, CD stereo and propane barbecue. In addition to the rental rate, a cleaning fee is charged once per stay.
Taos Mountain Rentals
Taos Mountain Rentals offers high-end vacation cabins in the fashionable Taos Ski Valley, with 110 nearby ski trails, 13 lifts and over 300 days of sunshine a year. Guests can choose between four properties, all boasting rich wood accents, fully equipped kitchens and scenic alpine views. The Mountain House and Mountain Chalet are both two stories, each with 2,000 square feet of space that can accommodate ten people. The Mountain Cabin and Mountain Condo are less than 1,200 square feet and can sleep six. Cabin renters have total access to the nearby Alpine Village Suites, where they can make use of massage facilities, a Jacuzzi, sauna and unstaffed business center with Wi-Fi access. A concierge will arrange for ski rentals and lift tickets.
Rocky Mountain Manor & Cabins
The Rocky Mountain Manor & Cabins are nestled near the Red River Ski Area, a popular vacation destination sporting 57 ski trails and a top elevation of 10,350 feet. A half dozen cabins are available to choose from, each featuring one to three bedrooms, daily towel service, barbecue pits and play areas with horseshoes. Some also have bunk beds, breakfast bars and laundry rooms. None of the properties have air conditioning, although ceiling fans and open windows are often sufficient for year-round cooling. Winter specials include stay-and-ski package deals, while the summertime features weekend marshmallow roasts and 25 percent discounts on stays of five nights or more. Also, children ten and under stay free all year long.
Mark Heidelberger - Mark Heidelberger has been writing for over 17 years, with recent articles appearing on web sites such as eHow, Trails and Golflink. He ...
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