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Black Lake Mountain Retreat. The rural setting welcomes birds and bird watchers.

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Exterior
Interior
Property grounds
Dining
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Angel Fire, NM
  • Place, Monte Verde Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Angel Fire Country Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Angel Fire Resort
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Angel Fire, NM (AXX)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Angel Fire

Located within a mile (2 km) of Carson National Forest, this guesthouse is within 3 miles (5 km) of Monte Verde Lake. Guestrooms at this guesthouse include kitchens, fireplaces, and private fenced yards.
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What's nearby

  • Monte Verde Lake - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Lady Slipper Trailhead - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Angel Fire Country Club - 10 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Angel Fire Resort - 12 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Angel Fire Bike Park - 12 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Angel Fire, NM (AXX) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angel Fire Country Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mi Cocina Mexicana - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Village Haus Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Village Haus - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zebs Restaurant & Bar - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Black Lake Mountain Retreat. The rural setting welcomes birds and bird watchers.

Attached two story house in a quiet rural area situated between forest and meadow which teems with birds and hawks, and is visited by deer and elk and the occasional coyote. I garden with native plants and encourage visits from a variety of birds. Which use the 40 foot spruce as their own apartment. A pair of red tail hawks hunt in the back pasture. You can catch them on camera while having coffee on the back porch.

Centrally located in the Moreno Valley/Black Lake area at the foot of the Sangre de Cristo mountains it is an easy drive to a variety of interesting day trips. See Charley's Hideaway Guest House (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550969463137) for more details and seasonal updates.

The main floor is an open plan with large living area with wood burning stove. It opens into a gourmet kitchen and family dining. Meals can be prepared without leaving the discussion of the day's adventures.

Driveway ample for two vehicles but not motorhomes.
Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a kitchen, a washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Message you are leaving and have a safe drive home.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Adherence to all seasonal firewise restrictions. No open fires.
This is a dark skies area and we support that for star gazing.
No loud parties. Very quiet rural area which is attractive to birds and native wildlife.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: A fenced backyard. Open spaces. Leash law.

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Events restricted per our state Covid-19 rules.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 6
Note from host: Events restricted per our state Covid-19 rules.
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 30
Property Registration Number 225

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.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6.
  • Note from host: Events restricted per our state Covid-19 rules.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Property is also known as

Black Lake Artists' Retreat Angel Fire
Black Lake Artists' Retreat Private vacation home
Black Lake Artists' Retreat Private vacation home Angel Fire

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this guesthouse?

This guesthouse is located in Angel Fire within a short 17-minute walk of Carson National Forest. You'll also find Monte Verde Lake and Lady Slipper Trailhead within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Black Lake Mountain Retreat. The rural setting welcomes birds and bird watchers.?

No, there isn't parking available at the guesthouse.

Is this guesthouse adjacent to a casino?

No, this guesthouse is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this guesthouse?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Black Lake Mountain Retreat. The rural setting welcomes birds and bird watchers. good for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at Black Lake Mountain Retreat. The rural setting welcomes birds and bird watchers.?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does this guesthouse offer breakfast?

No, this guesthouse doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this guesthouse allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this guesthouse.

Are there connecting rooms at Black Lake Mountain Retreat. The rural setting welcomes birds and bird watchers.?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this guesthouse?

The closest major airport to this guesthouse is Angel Fire, NM (AXX), which is 7.4 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional), which is around 23.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Black Lake Mountain Retreat. The rural setting welcomes birds and bird watchers.?

Yes, every accommodation at Black Lake Mountain Retreat. The rural setting welcomes birds and bird watchers. comes with a porch with some featuring mountain views.

Black Lake Mountain Retreat. The rural setting welcomes birds and bird watchers. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great time. Trouble getting the door unlocked on the second day but figured it out
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our fifth year staying here, so we obviously enjoy the location and accommodation. We have 2 dogs with us, and they love being here. Jacqui is a gracious, friendly and helpful host. The facilities are perfect for our needs. A well-equipped kitchen, 1 1/2 bathrooms, washer and dryer, meets all our needs for our month away from home.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debrah D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay in the mountains

We had a good stay at Black Lake Mountain Retreat. Loved that there was a small fenced in back yard for our dogs. They are not very big so it would have been better if the grass was cut but it worked out fine. Not much traffic so we could go for walks with the dogs. There was plenty of room inside the house and it was stocked with everything that you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

The place was just as advertised. Definitely would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Makenzie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Getaway

We had a great stay at this cozy and quiet home! The house itself was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. The mountain views were absolutely stunning—sunrises and sunsets were a treat each day. One of our favorite parts was the abundance of wildlife; birds were everywhere, and we spotted all kinds of animals during our stay. It’s the perfect place to relax and enjoy nature. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a peaceful getaway with beautiful scenery!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Angel Fire Home

We truly enjoyed our stay at this Angel Fire home! Lots of space, great kitchen with everything you need to cook, prepare & serve meals, and laundry facilities are just a few top points. Location is quiet and beautiful. Artist’s Artwork is beautiful & on display in the home. Really liked this Vrbo. 5 stars!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

This house was a wonderful place to stay for our annual family ski vacation. Our girls stayed in one bedroom, allowing dad to get up early and have coffee downstairs without disturbing them. The kitchen was fully equipped, allowing us to have family dinner at the nice wood table a few nights. The nice views out each window and the comfortable sofa and chairs made for a relaxing evening after hitting the slopes, which were only 10 minutes away.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy mountain getaway

Great location for trips to Angel Fire, Taos, and Eagle Nest. Family enjoyed the amenities and felt at home during the stay. Great rental for family and furry friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girl's getaway

Spent a long weekend skiing, shopping and taking in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brendan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

The property was unique, cozy, and great overall!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Ski Trip

We have stayed here 3 years in a row and we are never disappointed. Thank you Jacqui! See you next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet getaway

I was having work done on my house and booked Jacqui's place so I could escape from the mess at night. The area is quiet and beautiful, the house was perfect for me, quite comfortable, with everything I needed. I and my dog enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

inna z., Champaign, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice stay

We stayed for four nights, to ski in Angel Fire resort, which is 10 minutes away. An easy drive. The property is well loved and maintained. The furniture is lovely, the kitchen is nicely stocked. We were able to make dinners at home. The dishes are very pretty and colorful. Lots of plates, glasses, wine glasses, coffee mugs, kitchen towels, napkins, etc. If you miss some small stuff (aluminum foil, plastic wrap and such). -there is a Family Dollar a few miles away, where you can buy cheap supplies.The paintings on the walls are a very nice touch. Bedding was nice, plenty of extra towels, all very good quality. The bigger mattress was a bit too soft for my back, but we made some rearrangements, and the smaller mattress worked just fine. The owner was ready to help. When I asked for a humidifier, she delivered it shortly. One WARNING though for future occupants - DO NOT USE THE AXE by the fire place. My husband used it to chop the firewood, and the axe broke (the metal part flew off the wooden handle). It's a miracle nobody got seriously hurt. Over all - a very nice stay, will be glad to stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Value for any family!

We were so thankful to find this property. The price was low, the location made it very easy to get to Angel Fire for skiing and it offered plenty of space for our family of five. Jacqui had the home decorated for Christmas when we came which we loved. Our kids enjoyed playing outside in both the back and front yard. Having a washer and dryer and fully stocked kitchen also made our ski trip very easy. The beds were comfortable and the rooms were dark so we slept very well! We would for sure book this property again. Excellent value for a wonderful mountain getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Lacy G.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Dirtiest rental I have ever stayed at - dog almost choked on garbage from floor

I travel a lot and use rental homes often and this is by far the filthiest I have ever rented. From the moment we arrived and used the restroom we noticed SO MUCH hair covering the sink, toilet and bathtub. It didn’t look like it had been cleaned at all. I hoped the towels were clean. All of the floors were covered in previous guests small garbage from plastic wrappers to coins. I spent four days picking things out of my dogs mouth - coins, plastic rages from clothes, TOENAIL CLIPPINGS,rubber bands, plastic luggage tags. I couldn’t believe it. I hoped the hair I found on the bed sheets were just stick from the wash and I picked them off and tried not to think about it. I honestly felt dirty staying there and it’s such a shame because the house itself is large and inviting. Had a lot of potential but entering into previous guests filth is awful. Negative stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Barry B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Trip

Great location. Everything was good about the place, but many of the dishes were dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James P M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Comfortable

We enjoyed our stay very much. The living area is even larger than in the photos. The kitchen has everything we could need. Great views. There were several types of birds even in winter. Jacqui's beautiful art decorated the walls. Our 2 small dogs loved the back yard. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Accurate description, lovely stay.

We had an excellent time staying here. The owner lives onsite, but you’d never know it. The property is as it’s described in the listing. We brought our two dogs and they enjoyed the fenced-in yard. Plenty of pots, pans, and utensils allowed us to cook all our meals at the home. Absolutely beautiful area of New Mexico. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene New Mexico living

Jaqui has done a great job making this little home warm and cozy. We enjoyed the quiet, bucolic setting and the spacious, homey furnishings. Beds and linens were comfortable, everything was clean and well-maintained. We were glad to stay and will return next time!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and comfortable mountain getaway

We stayed here with our dog for four nights during the Fall color season. It was very comfortable and pleasant. The house was well stocked with many essentials and more. The Wi-Fi worked well - we could stream HD movies. The location is nice near Eagle Nest Lake, Cimarron Canyon and a short drive away from Red River or Taos / Rio Grande Gorge. Fuel and groceries are readily available in Angel Fire. There are many trails in the vicinity with difficulty ratings from easy to more challenging. On and near the property itself we could see wildlife such as deer, hawks and prairie dogs. We would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathryne M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Didn’t get to go was sick

Looking forward to going and watching the birds and animal, in October. Looking forward to going haven’t been to Eagles Nest since a child when I got to with my parents. In the 1950’s
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay for year four

This was our fourth year staying at the Black Lake Mountain Retreat. It is perfect for a long stay with dogs. The back yard is fenced, and there are plenty of places to walk your friends. The house is well equipped with everything you need to cook meals. Of course the scenery is beautiful, the hummingbirds plentiful, not to mention the hawk, bluebirds and many others we will be back!
Stayed 41 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Delightful time in Black Lake

My wife and I travel often. We are seniors who have traveled now for 47 years seeing much of the world. We have used VRBO homes now for 35+ years. Our recent VRBO experience was terrific. Everything about our 6 week stay in this home was good. The home itself is an older duplex home located in a country community called Black Lake. Black Lake is 7 miles from Angel Fire where we enjoy golf, hiking and various social activities. Over our six weeks, our location was near Taos, Eagles Nest, Reds River, Espanola & Santa Fe which allowed easy day drip adventures. The home is tastefully decorated with nice furniture, spacious comfortable bedrooms (2) and bath rooms. The owner lives in the duplex home next door. Here name is Jacqui. She was never intrusive. She was always available to help with any questions we had. Jacqui is also an accomplished artist. Several of Jacqui's paintings were vibrantly presented throughout our home. One of my family roles is to cook for us as we travel. The kitchen was spacious with everything we needed. Rather than go on about everything we loved about Jacqui's home, I end my review with this statement. We enjoyed 6 weeks this past trip at Jacqui's home. We will definitely go back to stay with her next summer. Next time we intend to rent Jacqui's home for 8 weeks.
Stayed 41 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Location

The place was perfect for my dad, brother and I to go fishing at Eagle Nest. We took a beautiful drive to Red River as well. The place has everything you could ask for. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024