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Stunning Ranch Headquarters Log Home

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Beautiful and comfortable living area attached to kitchen
Southwest decor
From kitchen looking to living room.
Hallway with Southwest details
Living Room with wood burning stove. We supply you with unlimited firewood.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Angel Fire, NM
  • Angel Fire Resort
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Angel Fire Bike Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Angel Fire Country Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Angel Fire, NM (AXX)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Single Futon

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Ranch Headquarters Log Home

PLEASE READ OUR REVIEWS!!!
This beautifully restored Historic Log Ranch Headquarters sits on 7 acres and is located 9 miles south of Angel Fire just off the road to Ocate, NM in stunning and pastoral Black Lake. We enjoy unobstructed views across several ponds, wetlands, and extensive (thousands of acres) ranch lands which surround the home. Great for bird watching in the summer and during migrating seasons. Elk herds can be seen almost daily in the fields next to the home and in the front yard, as well as bald eagles, ospreys and many water birds visit our private ponds. It is 14 min. highway drive to the upper parking lot at the Angel Fire Ski Area. Secluded and quiet even though it is just off a well-maintained state highway. This is the area that helps give 'Land of Enchantment' its name. The views across the valleys are stunning. The Black Lake area is where the high country scenes from the movie "Lonesome Dove" were filmed. It is truly a pleasure to experience this historic and special property. All this backing up against massive public lands.

This two bedroom one bath 1400 sq. ft. red fur timber home sleeps 5 with one king bed and one queen. There is also one fold-out queen couch. The large combined kitchen and living room offers a wonderful setting for viewing nature and sharing time with family and friends. A new range and dishwasher have just been installed. With a wood stove and multiple bay windows it's bright and cheery in the day time and warm and cozy at night. The home also has high efficiency central heat.

Our guests have said that they cannot describe how wonderful their experience was while staying with us. This is a unique mountain property offering a truly mountain experience.
PLEASE READ OUR REVIEWS!
Check in time is 4:00 PM. Check out time is 11:00 am.

Property manager

Edward May
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Dogs must be housebroken you must clean up after
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Angel Fire

Located in Angel Fire, this holiday home is in a rural area. Enchanted Circle Gateway Museum and Henningsen Fine Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Vietnam Veterans Memorial and San Geronimo de Taos. 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

  • Angel Fire Resort - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Angel Fire Bike Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Angel Fire Country Club - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Monte Verde Lake - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Vietnam Veterans Memorial - 6 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Angel Fire, NM (AXX) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angel Fire Country Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Enchanted Circle Brewing - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Village Haus Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪El Jefe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Mikuna Grill - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Ranch Headquarters Log Home pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Ranch Headquarters Log Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Ranch Headquarters Log Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Ranch Headquarters Log Home located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mountain View Mall, Angel Fire Resort and Angel Fire Bike Park. Carson National Forest is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathey S.

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

Angel Fire Retreat

Beautiful and restful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

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

Nice getaway

Enjoyed Black Lake in July to escape the hot summer
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

Great PLACE

Great experience and great property. We will be back! Thanks for sharing your beautiful location!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaleigh G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfectly quaint family getaway!!

We had a lovely stay at the Black Lake Ranch! Astounding views of all ranges of wild life. We were a little sad there was no hot tub but a little morning snow made up for it. Absolutely beautiful home & great communication between the owner. So thankful we got to stay here for my Dad’s 62nd birthday!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

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

Mountain get-away

Great cabin. Beautiful scenery -wildlife. Just a great time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie W.

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

Cozy Cabin

The property was lovely! The property manager was helpful and very responsive. The place was clean and spacious. It had everything you could need for cooking. I will say the oven took a while to heat so wasn’t able to use that like I thought, but the other appliances did the trick. Overall, really enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber D.

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

Ranch Headquarters

This property is beautiful! Perfect size for our family of 6. Upon arriving we did not have service to access the welcome email. Was able to reach out to owner and given an immediate reply. We saw elk cross the passing each morning and the deer in the front lawn in the evening. Everything you need for your stay is supplied. A short drive to Angel Fire ski resort. Our family will definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Almost perfect

The place is beautiful! We saw wildlife as soon as we drove up to the place. It was so calm and quiet. The lighting was a little dim at night but in the day with all the natural light it is fine. The shower is super tiny but the hot water is excellent! The kitchen had everything we needed. We did day trips to Red River and Taos and enjoyed the Village of Angel Fire. The cabin is about 15 minutes from town but is a nice drive. The cabin is a perfect spot to relax and be in nature.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

Getaway

Loved this property, had everything in the kitchen that you would need. Very comfortable bed!!! Very quite!! Very clean!!! WiFi worked great!!! My only complaint would be that the main bedroom needed room darkening shades, they had blinds on 2 windows, but third window just had curtains and the door curtain let a lot of light in. When I’m on vacation, I don’t like getting woke up early, but this is just my preference. I had extra foil in my supplies and I took care of the windows, thank goodness I had brought some, as I wouldn’t want to use there’s. But I would definitely book this place again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becka R., Fort Worth TX

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

Escape the heat!

This home is so comfortable and cozy! We enjoyed the cabin for three and one half weeks in July trying to escape the TX heat and it was wonderfully relaxing! Even with NM experiencing one of its warmest summers in quite awhile, we were comfortable without air conditioning. The evenings cooled off nicely and the mornings were crisp! The cabin is eight or so miles below Angel Fire in Black Lake, NM on Rte 120 and very private and easy to find. The cabin is at approximately 8800 ft altitude so take it easy the first day or so! Wi-Fi and TV worked great! Angel Fire has a grocery store that covers all the basics but you will pay for the convenience. If you can bring food, especially meats, fish, it will be more economical. Angel Fire has a farmer market on Sundays during summer and had great veggies etc. if you are planning an extended stay and need more detailed shopping, Taos has an Albertsons and Smiths (grocery stores) as well as Walmart and the drive over is beautiful in spite of road construction going on right now. The home has fantastic views of open meadows and mountains. You will see mule deer, elk, beaver, and so many birds. We had one nosy bear check out our car as well. Thanks for such a relaxing visit!
Stayed 26 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Rural retreat in natural setting

This property delivered on its description, photos and natural setting. You are truly private at the end of a paved road that becomes gravel in a couple of miles. Very little traffic with the only night noise being that of occasional coyotes howling. This two bedroom (one king and one queen) one-level ranch had everything one needed for a comfortable stay. Its high elevation provided cool temperatures at night even on warm days. Opening windows provided cross-ventilation. The kitchen was one of the best VRBO's we have ever stayed in with plenty of utensils, good knives, loads of pots and pans, crock pot. Washer & dryer also on site. The cleaning crew leaves current dated condiments in the refrigerator door (ketchup, mustard, etc.) so you may want to check before purchasing groceries. The grocery store in Angel Fire (8 miles away) was more than adequate to provide provisions for a week's stay. The roomy space with two sofas and a cushioned chair, along with a huge dining table and six chairs comfortably accommodated two adult couples. The entire ranch house was extremely clean and nicely furnished. Internet and cell phones were sketchy, but we were aware of that going in. A public library in Angel Fire offered internet services, if needed. We brought along DVD's to watch movies some evenings and other times we gazed at stars and the full moon showing her face during our visit. Wildlife was abundant! I filled up an available hummingbird feeder and we enjoyed the feisty hummingbirds competing for nectar. We saw rabbits, chipmunks, nesting birds in eaves, deer, elk and as mentioned, heard coyotes. Two ponds close by attracted waterfowl and otters. We used the property as a base from which to take several day trips, one day traveling as far as Santa Fe to attend a cooking school. Angel Fire hosts a free public concert Fridays early evening next to the Visitor's Center. The Angel Fire Golf Course was a favorite of my husband's and the Angel Fire chair lift enjoyed by all. Edward May was prompt to respond and easy to work with. You will not be disappointed in this rental, if you are after a relaxing time enjoying nature in a beautiful mountain setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sean C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

George B.

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

A great place to quarantine!

This is our fourth year to stay in this property. No reason to look anywhere else. We’ll be back.

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D., Kingfisher OK USA

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

Charming Ranch Home

We had an amazing stay at this property, it was QUIET and peaceful with hardly a vehicle in sight, except for those passing by on the quiet state highway. Lovely views of the valley, sunrise and beautiful NM skies. This home has the perfect amenities for a trip away from "the world" to include a fully stocked kitchen, chairs on the deck to view the stars, and comfortable couches and beds. Also, satellite TV and wifi available. If you are looking for a slice of quiet, a get away from the hustle and bustle of life, this rustic, charming cabin is perfect. P.S. The bird watching was top notch!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dennis N.

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

Amazing Getaway

Loved staying at this property. My second time and will definitely be going back for more. Peaceful, quiet and amazing views of valley, ponds, pasture and evergreen plush hills. Wildlife is amazing. During our stay we saw elk, deer, water fowl, coyote, muskrat in the pond, hawks and to many different birds to mention. BTW, the host is amazing. Responds to messages very quickly, sometimes within a matter of minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Keep going back

This is the third time my daughter, son-in-law and grandson have stayed here and they love it. They will be back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris L., Albuquerque, New Mexico

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

Cozy Getaway-

My friend & I were looking for a quiet place to get away from it all & this home fit the bill! Nine miles out of Angel Fire, it is set in the midst of a valley. The WiFi worked great; cell phone coverage was pretty good for being in the middle of nowhere. We could not get the TV to turn on, but that was fine. Kitchen is well stocked with utensils, cook and bakeware along with staples. Beds were comfy. Rooms are spacious. Ample wood was supplied for wood stove but no kindling; fire starters proved helpful! The manager was prompt in getting back to answer my questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Reginald L.

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

Perfect Valentines

We enjoyed your beautiful home so much for our Valentines weekend. The home is just perfect and the scenery couldn’t be better! We will definitely be back.

10/10 Excellent

brenda a.

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

Winter wonderland

House was great, cabin feel, very homey, felt liked I lived there forever. The views were amazing, words can't really describe the views, would come back. Owner was easy to communicate with. Stayed the first week in February, 2020. Didn't see any deer, but did see foxes and coyotes. Great place.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Perfect getaway!

Everything was amazing. Warm and inviting. Beds were comfortable. Satellite was available. I would recommend, if traveling in the winter, to travel in a SUV or a truck. It snowed while we were here, and if we drove a car it would have been very difficult to maneuver Angel Fire as a whole.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Randi M.

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

Exactly what I wanted!

This is a gorgeous property and the cabin is magical. We fell in love with it and can not wait to go again. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay, would do it again

Simple
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

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

Like home

Everything you need ecxept for your main groceries, even shampoo.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Little Piece of Heaven

Home was exactly as described. Extremely clean and organized. Rural peaceful setting. Home is well cared for. Close to Angel Fire and Eagle Nest. The fall colors were beautiful; a perfect little get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Peaceful mountain cabin

Quiet, rustic cabin with all the luxuries of a fine resort. Full kitchen, great tv, laundry, etc.........if you choose. OR drop off the grid and take in the quiet and view the sun rises with a cup of coffee on the porch. Enjoy a good book, from the owners library, as you curl up on the sofa by the wood burning stove. Select a view from the cabin or the wooded hill to set up your artist easel!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

About the host

Hosted by Edward May

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Hello, my name is Edward May and I purchased my home in 1991. The house was originally built around 1927. The original ranch that this home was part of was about 67,000 acres. At one time this area was very successful as a potato farming location. I currently live in Hawaii where I design and install tropical landscapes. I do come home to Black Lake a few times a year and anxiously await every visit. I am always happy to return and the beauty of the surrounding mountains surprises me and brings much pleasure still after all these years.
Thank you,
Ed May

Why they chose this property

This property was located in an amazing location. Considering that it was where the large ranch built, we knew there must have been a reason that they built this home where they did. Often, when it is cold and windy, sitting on the deck is still possible because we are so well protected on the west side by a large hill that breaks the wind so it is very calm here when the wind is blowing hard compared to other places just near by. Located next to and on Little Coyote Creek and we also have ponds just in front of the house. We get to enjoy water views as well. Just all around a wonderful location and a fine home built from the massive trees from the ranch. A sawmill was brought to the location to build the home from the old Douglas Fir trees growing on the ranch.

What makes this property unique

Our guests keep telling us that it was a unique experience to stay at our home and thanking me for sharing it with others. It is my pleasure to share this "Jewel" with my guests. It's unique historic quality coupled with an artistic remodel and restoration, makes staying here a truly one-of-a-kind experience. There is simply nothing like it in the valley and there are very few older homes in the area. The timber logs (squared off on three sides) cut from old-growth fir trees has developed a patina over the last 90 years that can not be found anywhere. This is the real deal, an authentic mountain home. All this, coupled with the remodel of the home including the electric, plumbing and heating system, has created a sense of age with modern beauty and style. Our guests, and I myself, can sit for hours gazing out of the windows at the incredible mountain views and viewing the wildlife. Our ponds give a beautiful foreground to the vast mountain vistas. It is just a pleasure to spend time in this special mountain location.

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