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Mountain Top Escape - Full House with Views, Deck & Covered Porch w/Discounts

Vacation home in Cloudcroft with kitchen and balcony

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Cloudcroft, NM
  • Place, Cloudcroft Ice Rink
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sacramento Mountains Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, New Mexico Rails-to-Trails
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Alamogordo, NM (ALM-White Sands Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cloudcroft

This vacation home places you within a leisurely stroll of Cloudcroft Ice Rink and Sacramento Peak Observatory. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Cloudcroft Ice Rink - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sacramento Mountains Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • New Mexico Rails-to-Trails - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sacramento Peak Observatory - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Trestle Recreation Area - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Alamogordo, NM (ALM-White Sands Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cloudcroft Brewing Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mad Jack's Mountain Barbecue - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Western Bar & Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brother-N-Law Bbq - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Big Daddy's Diner - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mountain Top Escape - Full House with Views, Deck & Covered Porch w/Discounts

Discounts for longer stays - please see below.

Welcome to Mountain Top Escape! This comfortable, family friendly, fully furnished single-level 3/2 home is located in a quiet location on the "sunny side" of the Village of Cloudcroft at 8,900 feet and offers a mountain lifestyle with all the conveniences of village living. It's an easy five minute walk into the village for shopping, restaurants, and entertainment or to the brewery. It offers easy parking in front with car port, lots of natural light, spacious rooms, hardwood floors throughout, new bathroom and kitchen floors, a beautiful view from the wall of windows in the living room, fenced back yard, covered patio, and outdoor deck and sitting area with tables, chairs, glider, umbrellas and gas grill to enjoy those beautiful and relaxing mountain times!

Upon entering the home, the living room offers an open concept with dining area (table and six chairs) and a fully equipped kitchen including dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, washer and dryer. There are three spacious bedrooms - primary
with queen bed, bathroom with shower, and smart TV; second with queen bed and TV; and a third with a full size bed. Internet, whole house WiFi, and full cable TV line-up (including HBO and NFL Network). All bedrooms have closets. Smart TVs in living room and master bedroom, TV in one bedroom has built-in DVD player. The primary bathroom has a shower, guest bathroom has a tub/shower combo. There are also two humidifiers for guests to use to help with the dry mountain air. Whole house water softener and new water heater installed June 2021 and new dishwasher installed October 2023 to help ensure a comfortable and pleasant stay.

We also offer discounts for longer stays: 1) Rent for 6 nights, get the 7th free, and 2) Rent for 28+ nights, get a 40% discount.

This is a great place to use as your base for hiking, sight seeing, golfing and skiing, tubing, and snow boarding in Cloudcroft or Ruidoso, or just relaxing and enjoying the cool, crisp, clean mountain air and beautiful skies and sunsets.

No pets, please, and please respect our neighbors - no parties. Quiet hours are 10 PM - 8 AM.

**** Cancellation Update ****: Due to the on-going pandemic situation, we realize that your travel plans may need to change unexpectedly. Although we have the most lenient cancellation policy Vrbo offers, if your reservation needs to be adjusted or cancelled unexpectedly, please contact us - we'll work with you on changes and refunds.

From the Cloudcroft Visitors' Guide:
Welcome to Cloudcroft, New Mexico! We are proud of our 110 year old, unique mountain community which combines the amenities of modern life with our heritage as a pioneer village. In the summer, it is a wonderful place to get away from the heat and enjoy the delightful pleasures of the mountains and surrounding areas. In the winter, you can explore the vast wonderland of cross-country skiing, snow mobiling, and ice skating. The Village also features the historic Lodge, which includes a hotel, restaurant, bar, beautiful 9 hole golf course, and spa. At any time of the year, Cloudcroft is truly “The Most Enchanting Part of the Land of Enchantment!”

Why not make Cloudcroft your “Vacation Base?” Cloudcroft is….
- 16 miles from Alamogordo with grocery, home improvement, and department stores, the New Mexico Space History Museum, Alameda Park Zoo, and Toy Train Depot
- 40 miles from casino wagering and golf at the Inn of the Mountain Gods in Ruidoso.
- 45 miles from Ruidoso and 50 miles from Ruidoso Downs.
- 40 miles from White Sands National Park.
- Within 50 miles of 8 golf courses.
- 60 miles to Ski Apache outside Ruidoso
- 90 miles from El Paso and the Mexican border
- 150 miles from Carlsbad Caverns.

More information about Cloudcroft and the surrounding area can be found at cloudcroft.com . The village also offers various web cams at cloudcroftwebcam.com . A good source for information about trails, local and nation-wide, is www.alltrails.com .

COVID-19 Precautions: The state of New Mexico publishes Covid-19 updates at
https://www.newmexico.org/covid-19-traveler-information/ . The house is thoroughly cleaned after each rental and there is a 1-day gap between rentals.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. A Smart TV comes with cable channels and a DVD player, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is only allowed outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Take all garbage with you. You may dispose of in any dumpster you see; there are several close to the cabin. Cloudcroft does not have personal garbage pick up services.
Leave used beds turned down.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Due to current extremely dry conditions + high fire danger, NO SMOKING is allowed anywhere on premises. Violators will be assessed additional fees.
To expedite the departure and check-out process, please leave all beds used during the stay unmade - no need to strip the beds.
To avoid extra fees, gather all trash and dispose of it in dumpsters in the Village. Do not leave any trash or food outside as it attracts pests.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is only allowed outside.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number BR2024-069

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Cloudcroft, just steps from Cloudcroft Ice Rink. You'll also find Sacramento Peak Observatory and New Mexico Rails-to-Trails less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Mountain Top Escape - Full House with Views, Deck & Covered Porch w/Discounts good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Mountain Top Escape - Full House with Views, Deck & Covered Porch w/Discounts?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Alamogordo, NM (ALM-White Sands Regional), which is 24.5 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Mountain Top Escape - Full House with Views, Deck & Covered Porch w/Discounts?

Yes, every accommodation at Mountain Top Escape - Full House with Views, Deck & Covered Porch w/Discounts comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.

Mountain Top Escape - Full House with Views, Deck & Covered Porch w/Discounts Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house close to downtown

Some issues with check in, but owners got in contact with us to resolve. House had all necessities plus some, making it the best stocked rental we have been in ever (military couple - so quite a lot). Walkable to town but if there is snow 4wheel drive is required. Double bed was squeaky, teenager chose to sleep on the couch. Fireplace was fantastic. Loads of games, blankets and disks for sleeding. We had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can't say enough positive things about this property, but I'll try. This is obviously someone's home away from home and it feels like you are staying at a relative's house. There are actually too many amenities to list including, board games, fully stocked spices, every cooking utensil we needed, a gas grill, even standard OTC medicines in the medicine cabinet. The hosts have conveniently labelled each drawer and cupboard with details about the contents. Want some trekking poles for your hikes -- it has them. Want some disks to slide down snow covered slopes or the dunes at White Sands -- it has them. There were only two of us, but it is obvious that it is roomy enough for a family. Prior to our arrival the hosts kept us updated about dining options both in Cloudcroft and in Alamogordo as well as recommending a nice hike. We took our morning coffee on the patio and at dinners on the deck. We got up close and almost personal with both a deer and elk family who regularly visited us. In short: if it's available, book it!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daisha H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Great place! We would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Golf trip

Very nice accommodations. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck W., Plano, TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place from which to enjoy a wonderful view of Cloudcroft

Mountain top escape provides a comfortable and convenient three bedroom two bath getaway in the heart of Cloudcroft. The hosts have gone to great effort to make the deck and the inside of the home very enjoyable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawna M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Shawn

Was perfect we mainly used the house to sleep in while exploring cloudcroft.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain get away!

Absolutely love this place, close to town, great amenities, plenty of space. Patio was awesome, elk and deer strolling by in the mornings and evenings. Will be coming back for another mountain retreat!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Mountain Vacation

The hosts were so helpful in the days leading up to our trip, sharing tips and ideas for our Cloudcroft visit. When we arrived to the house, it was clean, comfortable and well stocked. It’s the perfect location to walk to Burro Ave or Cloudcroft Brewery. They had the disks and wax available at the house for White Sands. My kids had the best time with all of the board and card games at the house. We really enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mallory L.

Liked: Cleanliness

An Absolute Gem

Great Location! Clean and Organized! Cozy and Comfortable! We enjoyed our stay so so much! David and Anne Marie were very kind, helpful with suggestions, and quick to respond. Highly suggest White Sands, Ski Cloudcroft, ice skating and then coming back to this house because it is PERFECT! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashli B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Family Vacation Home

We had an amazing stay in Cloudcroft, NM. This home was in the perfect location (close enough for us to walk several places when it snowed too much to drive), was clean and equipped with everything we needed with Beautiful Views. The owners and property manager were very nice, informative, helpful and prompt when contacting them before/during our stay. We definitely recommend this home if you are staying in this area. The town is Beautiful and family friendly with lots to do. Thank you David and Anne Marie for letting us rent your home allowing us to have a memorable family vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

I brought my family for a late Christmas and we had a great time. Everything about the house was perfect. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay!

The house was great and had everything we needed. Deer came by daily and the location was close to the shops. The host was very easy to communicate with, we will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place to Stay

We found the property in a delightful place in town. Close to walk into town and a pleasant deck for late afternoon/evening relaxing. Well apportioned. The house had everything we needed. We were able to walk down to the art and wine festival and enjoyed our time. Our only suggestion would be to begin replacing the pillows in the bedrooms. Beds were just fine. Plenty of room to spread out and visit or have some quiet time. Thanks for providing such a wonderful place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Justin G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dad/daughter summer vacation

We enjoyed our stay at The Mountain Top Escape. It was nice and peaceful plus fairly easy to find. The place was clean and very nice. Thanks for letting us enjoy our summer vacation at your place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Escape to cool montains

The property was a good fit for our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell A., Guthrie, OK

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

Had everything we needed. Clean and easy check in. Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

bill W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cloudcroft VRBO

The owner is a great communicator, excellent response to questions. The property is quite comfortable and attractive with a very good location. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 30 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten B., White Sands Missile Range, NM

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend getaway!

We had a great time staying here. From the moment that we booked the hosts were extremely helpful in finding things to do. The location of this place couldn't be better, we were able to walk to everything except the hiking trails. Extremely quiet and relaxing weekend, just what we wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Saran S., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay and Awesome Hosts

We decided at the last minute to make a road trip to New Mexico from Austin, TX, as our Southwest flights to Bay Area were canceled for multiple days. We needed more time to research about Cloudcroft area. Luckily, we could get this home for a few nights. David and Anne Marie were extremely helpful in providing the lay of the land about the area and activities. The home was fantastic in such a beautiful location. We felt like we could have stayed in a short-term rental but we rather felt staying in an actual home. Everything from the kitchen, bathroom, and beds are well stocked and well-maintained. There is a guide in the home about things-to-do, places to see in Cloudcroft, and surrounding areas which was extremely helpful. We spent our evenings playing games and cards there were available. If you're in Cloudcroft, look no other place than this fantastic home and awesome hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well equipped and excellent location

We had a lovely stay. The owners were kind enough to warn us of an impending snow storm and offered early check in at no charge. The home is older but very well equipped with a lovely gas fireplace. We were able to walk to the nearby village and our kiddos enjoyed building a snowman in the backyard space.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

chris b., San Angelo, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Cool mountain getaway

Spent a long weekend here to get away from the Texas heat. This property was centrally located and walking distance from local stores and restaurants. Very clean with multiple wildlife spottings daily! Great Wifi and TV options. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaci C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend Getaway

Great location! Perfect place for a weekend getaway with the family. Nice and quiet with a beautiful view. There was 7 of us and it was important that everyone had a bed (and not a roll away or couch). Well equipped kitchen to prepare meals. Lots of games and puzzles for entertainment. Only about a 7 minute walk to the town center- it is easy going down to town, it might be alittle steep going back up (for older people).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient

The house was convenient to restaurants and things to do around Cloudcroft. We had everything we needed. Great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place had everything you could need for a great getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Perfect Getaway!

The house is absolutely awesome! Everything is cleaned and clearly labeled. David and Anne Marie have thought of everything and they provided me with so many suggestions and tips for enjoying our time at the house. Its located perfectly! Just out of the way but the town is well within walking distance. I wish could put into words how perfect this house is and how awesome David and Anne Marie were but I cant. All I can say is if you are visiting Cloudcroft, you got to stay here. It has everything you need to have an enjoyable family stay, whether you are spending a day in town or enjoying game night inside, you cant go wrong! Thank you David and Anne Marie!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022