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Monte Verde Lake | Wildlife Views | Pet Friendly | Howling Elk Lodge

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Living area
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9137.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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Angel Fire, NM
  • Monte Verde Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Angel Fire Country Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Angel Fire Resort
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Angel Fire, NM (AXX)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common Space

1 Double Murphy Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Monte Verde Lake | Wildlife Views | Pet Friendly | Howling Elk Lodge

Monte Verde Lake | Wildlife Views | WiFi | Howling Elk Lodge
2 Bedroom | 2 Bath | 9 Guests | 2 Pets | 1484 SqFt

Escape to the great outdoors without sacrificing all the creature comforts of home. Howling Elk Lodge is the perfect get-a-way from the city life and set in the ideal location; walking distance (2 blocks) to Monte Verde Lake, a half block to the head of Lady Slipper hiking trail, and only a 9-min drive (3.5 miles) to the Bike Park area. As you enter through the front door, the mountain vibe will embrace you. The open floor plan is perfect for the whole gang to hang out. The kitchen, dining, and family rooms all flow together. The family room has two comfy leather sofas and a glider armchair. Get out the popcorn and relax by the wood-burning stove and watch your favorite shows on the flat-screen TV. Or enjoy quiet time and the wildlife views from the large picture windows. Let your inner chef take charge in the well-laid-out kitchen, featuring stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. There is room for two to eat at the breakfast bar and six more at the dining table.

The cozy cabin sleeps 9 guests comfortably. There are two full bathrooms and two bedrooms on the main floor and two more separate sleeping areas in the loft. The master bedroom is furnished with a king-sized bed, flat-screen TV, DVD player, and a large walk-in closet. The updated en-suite master bathroom has a single vanity with a granite countertop and a tiled bathtub/shower combo. Down the hall is the second bedroom; equipped with a queen-sized bed. The second full bathroom is across the hallway from the second bedroom. It is updated with a granite countertop vanity and tile in the bathtub/shower combo. Upstairs is the loft that is separated into two areas. The back area has its own flatscreen TV, a queen-sized bed, a full size fold-out floor mattress, and access to its own balcony. The front area is open to the lower living area. It features a queen-sized bed, foosball, a mini pool table, and a game table. This home also has a full-size washer/dryer and free Wi-Fi so everyone can stay connected.

PET FRIENDLY: If bringing pets, there is a $200 non-refundable pet fee and 2 dogs max
SLEEPING: 9 Guests | Master Bedroom: 1 King Bed | Bedroom 2: 1 Queen Bed | Front Loft: 1 Queen Bed | Back Loft: 1 Queen Bed, 1 Full size Fold-Out floor mattress
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, open to family and dining rooms, drip coffeemaker, dishwasher, seating for 2 at the counter and dining table with 6 chairs
INDOOR LIVING: Wood-burning fireplace, open-concept layout, satellite TV, DVD player
GENERAL: Fresh linens/towels provided, central heat, large deck with a propane grill, complimentary toiletries, and kitchen pack
LOCATION: This home is approximately 4.2 miles or 8-minute drive from the Angel Fire mountain activities. Shared community indoor heated pool located at the Angel Fire Country Club approximately 2.9 miles or 7-minute drive (fee applies)
PARKING: On-site parking for 2 to 3 vehicles
INSURANCE: Most reservations come with accidental damage insurance, should you have an accident in the home. The Trust and Safety Fee includes up to $10,000 of coverage for contents damage and up to $100,000 OR $1,000,000 coverage for property damage and bodily injury depending on the property.

-- THE RESORT PROPERTIES OF ANGEL FIRE COMMITMENT --
Resort Properties of Angel Fire wants your vacation experience to be flawless. We are a locally owned company with an onsite office and staff. We make sure our properties are safe, clean, and ready for your arrival. Even better, each home has on-call maintenance service 24/7 for anything that may arise during your stay.
Free Fun Included Every Day! To enhance your vacation experience, Resort Properties of Angel Fire includes xplor!e, which means free admission every day of your stay to some of the most popular attractions the area has to offer! (participating businesses only).

-- THE LOCATION --
ANGEL FIRE RESORT: Wintertime offers several mountain activities, such as downhill and Nordic skiing, snowboarding, snow-tubing, and sports lessons. Summertime, the outdoor fun continues with mountain biking, zip-lining, scenic chairlift rides, disc golf, hiking, pickle-ball, and fishing.
ANGEL FIRE COUNTRY CLUB: Open to the public. A fitness center and indoor heated pool are available for a small fee. Fine dining and full bar at Elements.
GOLF COURSES: Angel Fire Resort Golf Course (2.5 miles), Valley Escondido Golf Course (12.9 miles).
DAY TRIPS: Taos and Taos Pueblo Village (24.9 miles), Taos Ski Valley (43.7 miles), Rio Grande Gorge Bridge (36.6 miles), and Santa Fe (92.6 miles).
RESTAURANTS: El Jefe, Village Haus Restaurant & Bar, Pizza Stop, Angel Fired Pizza, Enchanted Circle Brewing Company, The Bakery & Café @ Angel Fire, Mikuna Grill, Zeb's, and Elements @ the Angel Fire Country Club.
AIRPORTS: Taos Regional Airport (34.5 miles), and Santa Fe Municipal Airport (102 miles).

-- STANDARD POLICIES --
NO smoking
NO pets (except in designated “Pet-Friendly Homes”)
NO events, parties, or large gatherings
Must be at least 25 years old to book (photo ID may be required upon check-in)
Additional fees and taxes may apply

During the winter months, please keep in mind you are traveling to the mountains. All our properties are maintained by professional snow-plowmen; we make every effort to ensure the property is accessible upon arrival. However, please be prepared for extreme weather conditions. A 4WD or AWD vehicle is highly recommended. Resort Properties of Angel Fire cannot be responsible for guests' inability to reach the booked property due to the lack of a 4WD/AWD vehicle.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Angel Fire

Located in Angel Fire, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Angel Fire Resort and Angel Fire Bike Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carson National Forest and Eagle Nest Lake State Park. Kakawa Chocolate House and Twirl Toystore and Playspace are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Angel Fire, NM

What's nearby

  • Lady Slipper Trailhead - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Monte Verde Lake - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Angel Fire Country Club - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Angel Fire Resort - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Angel Fire Bike Park - 9 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Angel Fire, NM (AXX) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angel Fire Country Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Enchanted Circle Brewing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Village Haus Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪El Jefe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mikuna Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Monte Verde Lake | Wildlife Views | Pet Friendly | Howling Elk Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Monte Verde Lake | Wildlife Views | Pet Friendly | Howling Elk Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Monte Verde Lake | Wildlife Views | Pet Friendly | Howling Elk Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Monte Verde Lake | Wildlife Views | Pet Friendly | Howling Elk Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Monte Verde Lake | Wildlife Views | Pet Friendly | Howling Elk Lodge located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Lady Slipper Trailhead and Monte Verde Lake. Carson National Forest is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Allyson T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Angel Fire Cabin

It was cozy and just what we needed for our group. Deer were a plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Angel fire is such a beautiful and quiet place to escape in for the winter. The furnace in the house will keep you nice and toasty regardless of the extremely cold nights.We cooked the entire week and the kitchen was stocked with all the essentials to make anything. Overall it was a great stay, we enjoyed the house. The dog area outside was a great addition for our pup.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding!

We had a great time at the cabin. It was very, clean and well stocked. The location was fantastic with close proximity to hiking trails and we had daily visits from deer. I would highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

W J W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Close to the small lake, easy to access from the highway. Very nice place. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from Home

We wanted to take our family away but feel at home. It was accomplished in this beautiful home. It was a great location, beautiful place and it had everything we needed for our family fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penelope H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Practically perfect

The management company (Resort Properties of Angel Fire) did a super job. They stayed in contact with information regarding booking, payment, arrival, and departure instructions. By far the best we've ever used. The cabin was spacious, comfortable, and had everything we needed. Beds were great. Wildlife viewing from the patio was amazing. Best part was how dog friendly it was. It even had a fenced dog run and gates on the deck so we could relax and not have to keep our dog on a leash. Can't wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for Small Family Gathering

We came up for Thanksgiving (8 of us) and we absolutely loved it. The house had everything we needed, and perfect amount of space. The location couldn't be better. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

JASON H. D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I loved the cabin. It was the most beautiful cabin I’ve ever been in.

I wouldn’t have chose another house in Angel fire if I could it was the funniest place there was firewood for when I was cold. There was a washing machine when I needed to wash my clothes. The place was absolutely beautiful and it had cable TV for at night when we were just relaxing, so it was just the most enjoyable day I’ve ever had an angel fire.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay with a rustic feel. Actually heard a howling elk.

Everything was great. No problems at all. Check in and check out was super easy!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ralph K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Howling Elk 2022

The property was clean and in a great location. A very comfortable house that we plan to reserve again Summer 2023.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sonya M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to Lake

Nice deck on the front porch for grilling. Close to Lake which we loved since we fished everyday. Also a short drive to Golf course. Peaceful neighborhood....and a great gathering place with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Getaway

The only thing is that the check time in is too late and checkout out time is too early. By the time you check in, you pay for two days but only enjoy one full day.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Naomi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend away

We had a great weekend! The property is really clean with very nice updates. We loved the kitchen and living room lay out. We took the bucket chairs down to the lake and relaxed all day. The propane tank was unfortunately empty but we were able to convert our grilling plans to indoor. Was a very nice weekend and we definitely plan to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Pres weekend ski trip

Overall good. Property needs some maintenance. Heater broke while we were there, had to go buy batteries for remotes. Needs tools for wood burning stove. Note says dont throw ashes outside but no explanation on where or how to take them out.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Edwin R.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Mini vacation

The house is very nice but the cleanliness of the home was not great the house smelled old and musty there was cob web dust on entire living room ceiling and the fans are thick with dust and dust build up was on all the heater vents the heater filter was black and looked like it hadn't been changed in a year the kitchen table is breaking at both ends you cant pull out one end because it hits the fire place hearth if you pull the table out it blocks movement from the living room to the kitchen there was mold build up on the plastic shower curtain in the master bath no instructions on how to operate the tv if you can tolorate the smell its an ok rental
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pretty good experience

Overall we had a good experience. The location was perfect less than 10 min from Angel fire and about 50 minutes from Taos Ski Valley. Check in and check out were a breeze. We ran out of toilet paper and someone brought us more with extra goodies like chips and salsa, chapstick and a beanie. That was super nice. My only suggestion is that the cabin gets dusted a bit more. Lots of spider webs on celing and even on stair case. Also I could tell the quilts on the bed were not washed because they did not smell clean and had dog hair all over them. They also need to upgrade their electrical. I think it also would’ve been nice to have a Christmas tree in the cabin given that we are staying during Christmas. We had to leave ours behind because it did not fit in our truck.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

J. C., LUBBOCK, TX USA

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Not what I wanted at all

House was not as clean as advertised. Living room rug was worn and dirty, cobwebs in windows and on light fixtures. View from deck was awful. There was a dog pen right off the front deck, a stack of wood and a large garbage container in the front right off the deck! Of course the pictures did not show these things. I’m sorry but I would not stay at this house again. I should have researched better!
Stayed 32 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Edward H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Howling Elk 2021

We had a really good time
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angelica M., Pueblo, CO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome experience by the Lake!

Very relaxing! The cabin had everything we needed and more!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Great location, clean property, very accommodating for pets. We had a blast!

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WELCOME TO RESORT PROPERTIES OF ANGEL FIRE!
We offer a variety of lodging options, from cozy studios and condos to grand mountain homes, and everything in between. Our properties are spread across the Village of Angel Fire and offer easy access to skiing, hiking trails, Monte Verde Lake, Angel Fire Golf Course, Tennis Courts, and Bike Park. You're sure to find your ideal location. We strive to keep costs down with market-driven pricing so you can experience the majesty of the southern Rockies without spending a fortune.

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