What an extraordinary gem hidden in southern New Mexico. I honestly had no idea what to expect from…read morethe Pelham House; I had obliged to be the DD for several of my parents' friends for their Christmas dinner; a quaint little adobe home from the outside, this "bed and breakfast" location is absolutely stunning and gorgeous (especially by NM standards). There is the magazine, "Ventanas," which typically highlights several beautiful homes around the southwest (reminds me of the national equivalent, "Frontgate," on a much lesser scale). Decorated for the Christmas season, the Pelham House would have every right to be featured in Ventanas with its cozy and impressive interior decorating (I'll upload some pictures later). Every little ornate detail in the house was executed to near perfection. I wanted to take home all of the glassware/stemware! The decorating in the house is among the best I've ever seen anywhere. In addition to this, the rooms throughout the house are definitely worth the visit. There is a large atrium in the very center of the home, capable of seating many patrons. I saw two different bedrooms, each with their own southwestern flair. There is also a game room and, of course, a cozy den! Since we came for just dinner, our stay lasted approximately 3 hours. TIP: Bring your own booze. They do not have a liquor license, but they are apparently allowed to serve a "Welcome drink." While I had some particularly delicious iced tea all night, our friends were greeted with a nice holiday cocktail-- I was told that last time they were served some tasty bellinis. Carol and Robert were exceedingly hospitable-- Carol acted as our waitress for the night and we were always attended to and had everything we needed. In addition, CC is a very talented chef. We were also welcomed with an hors' d'oeuvre consisting of a delectable baked wheel of Brie, accompanied by sliced mushrooms, whole jalapenos, slices of bread, and a clove of garlic. I could not get enough of this! I may or may not have spoiled some of my dinner with eating such copious amounts of this delicious starter... We started our 4-course dinner with a must-have soup: southwestern corn chowder. A perfect level of spicy kick balanced with the sweet corn made for a true winner. We followed this wish a refreshing salad served on a frozen plate (I love little details like this). The salad was dressed in a champagne raspberry vinaigrette with a dash of honey. Also a winner! The main course consisted of sliced pieces of tender pork, red-skin mashed potatoes, and cubed roasted butternut squash. Overall, a good dish. Dessert was a Mexican chocolate cake complete with a heavy amount of homemade candy-cane ice cream. For everything, the total came to ~$53 per person. I found this to be very reasonable as the food was far above average and the ambiance of the home is perfect. Why 4 stars and not 5? Well, the friend of ours that coordinated the whole dinner had specifically requested two of the dishes had to have chicken as the entree (they cannot eat pork/red meat). All of the dishes came out, and there was no chicken to be found. Our friend had told us that she specifically mentioned this on the phone more than once. TIP: Get it in writing via email. Bottom line? Downright gorgeous venue, fantastic homemade food, and a delightful ambiance that will encourage you to want to come back for more.

If you enjoy historic sites with marvelous ambience and great food, this is the place for you. The…read moreold adobe building was constructed in the mid 1800s. Over the years several wealthy owners put considerable money in its expansion and architecture and used it as their personal residence. Thus the place is very charming.

Everything that others have said regarding the welcoming nature of the owner, the adequacy of the…read morerooms, the beauty of the surroundings, etc. is true, but I do think it's fair for people to know that the lodge has a major ant problem and that because they are only using non-poisonous ant-banishing methods, you will be sharing your breakfast area with ants in the morning if you stay there in the winter. Any food or water brought into guest rooms will end up crawling with ants. We even had ants in our beds, which was odd. Other than that, our stay was fine.

We stayed here and had a great time! The property is clean and well run and is a great venue. Note,…read morethere is no cell service, but they have wi-fi. Breakfast was great, our room was comfortable. We intend to return for a longer stay.

This place is so relaxing and in such a beautiful location. The sky at night is filled with stars…read morewe can't see in Las Cruces. The surrounding forest is home to all sorts of wildlife. As bird people, we enjoyed seeing so many desert and scrub Jays, woodpeckers galore and the javalinas which came to feast on the foliage each morning. We went too late to see the mid boggling number of hummingbirds that come to the feeders there. Do yourself a favor and pack everything you need. The drive from the highway to the Domes takes 30+ minutes and is on one heck of a windy mountain road. One you get up to them, you'll not want to leave. There are staples in the pantry. But you'll need to bring your own food stuff. I am not very good at "doing nothing" but somehow this place managed to slow me down and allow me the relaxation I really needed. The Domes can accommodate 1 person or 20ish. The beds are comfy and the living space has everything you need . .. except a TV. There's wifi for your phone or tablet in case you need to catch up on news, check in with family or watch a game you just can't miss. Super reasonable for a large group. Check it out!

The domes are unique and beautiful. The scenery is awesome and remote. The hosts are delightful! It…read moreis a perfect place for a retreat or a reunion.

Such a unique, charming B&B. The owner of the property Debbie was accommodating, friendly, funny…read moreand loved to share stories. I stayed in the Geronimo room which had its own on suite bathroom. I hadn't slept that well in a long time. I think it was the quiet? Debbie brought a tray of fresh fruit, coffee, and oj to the room in the morning. Downstairs, she cooked an amazing breakfast with fresh eggs from her chickens, bacon, sausage, potatoes, toast/ English muffin and danish. I didn't need to eat the rest of the day. I absolutely loved the property's 2 dogs, 3 cats, and pickle the parrot. It was nice to share stories with fellow travelers. I give the stay a 5 for the hospitality, charm, breakfast, and animals. If you are looking for modern/polished/sterile accommodations this is not the place for you. I wish I had planned a longer stay.

This was an out of the blue find online at the end of a long road trip, n I wish I could have…read morestayed more than 1 day! The whole family owned estate was right in line with my style with the cool black velvet and western paintings n 70's decor n architectural scene! Debbie the owner/hotess/cook was a delight n made a breakfadt that makes you want to slap a Waffle House! Indoor pool and pool table, great room n great dogs too. Thanx y'all, highly recommended!

Our son will be attending NMSU in the fall and we wanted to find a place to stay nearby for our…read morevisits. First of all, the directions from the owner are perfect. It's off the beaten path but super easy to find. And the place is gorgeous! You feel like you're far away from any city and the views are breathtaking. The owners set a door code for you that opens the front door and your room. A welcome book details everything you need to know about the house and the area. Everything is very user friendly. The kitchen is stocked with snacks, coffee, sodas and water with room to refrigerate or prepare anything else you would like. The bedrooms are spacious and comfy. They have everything you might need for your stay. The owners invite you to share their second story patio and you can't beat the company or the views. This place makes you feel at home away from home. We will be back on every single visit!!

The energy here is just right, the view spectacular, and we enjoyed the colorful hot air balloons…read morefloating up in the chill of the morning. Not too hard to find, yet a bit off the beaten track. Which is great. The grounds are about 20 acres with some lovely trails to walk. Super comfortable beds, great company at the breakfast table and the food is very good with ample portions. Teddi and Bob are truly kind spirits.

Very quiet nice place close to town square and some great restaurants! Lydia was a most gracious…read morehost and breakfast was always wonderful!

All in all we loved this Bed and Breakfast. Part of the building is an art gallery and there are…read morepictures and sculptures everywhere. It has a long history and is very "New Mexico" with a lot of character and class. This is an older building and it is starting to get a little worn in places. However, it is filled with vintage furniture; the room was large and the breakfast is really nice. Homemade muffins and coffee, then a couple of different items each day along with fruit. The staff is very welcoming and you do feel like like something other than a motel guest. There is a space to sit out back. Despite its need for some minor updates this is a great place to stay

Well, we just swerved into this place more or less by accident, but what a find! Imagine an…read moreartist's retreat, tastefully decorated with wonderful antiques and paintings from local artists. Swarms of hummingbirds so tame that they'll sit on your finger while sipping nectar from the three feeders on the front deck kept us entranced! Linda prepared a breakfast that was out of this world. As mentioned in the previous reviews, just go--you will not be disappointed.

Wonderful experience. Linda is great, thank you for allowing us into your home. Location is great,…read morerooms are comfortable and homey. Coffee on the porch watching the hummingbirds argue was the best part of the trip. Only drawback is the street that is the driveway. It's a city street so Linda can't improve it. It is very steep with loose gravel. Our front wheel drive car just couldn't get up the hill. Not that big a deal, parking on Burro Street is paved and close. Just a short walk to the main strip, but we never heard any noise. We will definitely be back.

I had a wonderful three month stay in this beautifully renovated historic home. The house is clean…read moreand very comfortable, with thoughtful updates that made it feel welcoming and easy to live in. Reebekka is a fantastic owner-kind, responsive, and clearly committed to making sure everything was perfect during my stay. I truly enjoyed my time here and would highly recommend this home to anyone looking for a beautiful and comfortable place to stay!

This beautiful house you are met by your lovely host Rebekka and cat stray Midnight. 1880…read morehistorical home. If you want a place to regroup, find Serenity you will at the house. Very quiet. Rebekka gracious host always wanted to make sure you are taken care of. Short walk to downtown but you are walking down hill. Rebekka fixes a great breakfast, grounds are very well kept up. You will not be disappointed at all.

My granddaughter and I had a lovely New Year's holiday in Cloudcroft, and all thanks to this…read morecharming B&B! Linda, the owner, greeted us with a welcoming smile and a tour of the beautifully decorated dining room and sitting area. A lovely Designer Christmas tree and a roaring fire set the tone of our stay. Linda had late-night cheese and crackers, champagne and sparkling cider, hot cocoa, and popcorn to ring in the new year. We watched the ball drop in a cozy TV room and ate our pizza from the local brew pub. The deer were walking up the roadway through the dense morning fog while Linda prepared a tasty homemade quiche and pumpkin muffins, accompanied by tasty brewed coffee, a choice of juice, and fresh fruit cups. We will definitely be back for another visit here at The Crofting. Thank you for everything Linda!

This was an absolutely delightful B&B. Hosts were wonderful, friendly and a joy to be around…read more Breakfast was out of this world delicious! Room was very comfortable. Elk and deer meander through the yard. Walking distance to all of town. Can't wait to stay there again!