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The Elk Chateau | Luxury Cloudcroft Cabin w/Theater 🎬 Arcade & Stunning Views

Family-friendly cabin in Cloudcroft

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Welcome to The Elk Chateau, a luxury mountain home nestled near downtown Cloudcroft. This recently renovated retreat offers stunning views of Russian Canyon from the back porch and features a high-end kitchen, first-class movie theater setup, and vintage arcade room. Unwind in the loft with foosball and board games or relax by the fireplace with luxurious Turkish cotton towels.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 18372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Elk Chateau | Luxury Cloudcroft Cabin w/Theater 🎬 Arcade & Stunning Views

🦌 The Elk Chateau | Luxury Mountain Lodge for 18 🏔️

Welcome to The Elk Chateau — Cloudcroft’s Premier Luxury Mountain Lodge!
Just 13 minutes from downtown Cloudcroft, this 4,000 sq ft retreat sits on 4 private acres overlooking Russian Canyon. Designed for families and groups, it comfortably sleeps up to 18 guests in style and serenity.

Gather in the great room by the wood-burning stove, cook in the chef’s kitchen, or catch a movie in the 77” LG OLED Theater with Sonos Surround Sound.
Challenge friends in the vintage arcade or relax on the brand-new Trex deck with a Pit Boss Pro 1600 Pellet Grill, Adirondack chairs, and daily visits from elk and deer.

Every bedroom features memory foam beds, luxury linens, and Turkish cotton towels. You’ll also enjoy 1 Gig Wi-Fi, a whole-home water filtration system, and instant hot water — ideal for larger groups.


✨ The Space
• 🛏️ Sleeps 15 in beds (up to 18 total with couches & air mattress)
• 👑 3 King Suites (2 ensuite) + Bunk Room for 6 + Twin-over-Full Bunk
• 🎬 Movie Theater Room w/ 77” OLED + 5.1 Sonos Surround
• 🕹️ Arcade Room: Basketball, Ms. Pac-Man, Mortal Kombat, TMNT
• 🎲 Loft with foosball, board games, and reading nook
• 🍳 Fully stocked kitchen: waffle maker, blender, crockpot, and local coffee
• 🔥 Pit Boss Pro 1600 Pellet Grill (BYO pellets)
• 🌄 Outdoor firewood stove + new Trex deck with mountain views
• 💻 1 Gig high-speed internet for streaming or remote work
• 🌲 4 private acres with regular wildlife sightings


💫 The Experience

Mornings start with coffee on the deck as the fog lifts through the pines.
Afternoons bring friendly arcade battles, foosball tournaments, or trail hikes nearby.
Evenings end with family movies or stargazing under the mountain sky.

You’ll have direct contact with us — the owners — for quick help and personal recommendations. We’re not a property manager; we’re a family who loves hosting families.


📍 Location

Nestled in the quiet Waterfall neighborhood, The Elk Chateau offers peace and privacy just 13 minutes from downtown Cloudcroft — close to shops, hiking trails, and ski areas.

❄️ Winter note: 4WD and snow tires recommended during snow season.

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🛠️ Good to Know
• Gravel driveway with a sharp turn at the top — large SUVs may need a multi-point turn.
• No trailers due to the narrow approach and culvert protection.
• No smoking or vaping.
• High chair, Pack-N-Play, and kids’ dishware provided.
• Check-in: 4 PM | Check-out: 10 AM

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💬 Why Guests Love It

“The views are unreal, the beds are heaven, and the theater was a hit for everyone. It’s like having a private resort in the woods.”

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Rules

No Smoking or Vaping in or around the property. Any cigarette odor or butts found around the property will incur an additional $500 cleaning fee.
Do NOT chop down any trees on the property. Anyone seen on video cutting down trees will incur a $500 charge to replace the tree.
All guests are required to sign the online rental agreement within 48 hours of booking.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: 1x Dog allowed for an additional pet fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Cloudcroft, NM

What's nearby

  • Sacramento Mountains Museum - 13 min drive - 13.6 km
  • New Mexico Rails-to-Trails - 13 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Trestle Recreation Area - 13 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Sacramento Peak Observatory - 13 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Cloudcroft Ski Area - 16 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

  • Alamogordo, NM (ALM-White Sands Regional) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cloudcroft Brewing Company - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Mad Jack's Mountain Barbecue - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Brother-N-Law Bbq - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Western Bar & Cafe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪High Rollin Cafe - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Elk Chateau | Luxury Cloudcroft Cabin w/Theater 🎬 Arcade & Stunning Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at The Elk Chateau | Luxury Cloudcroft Cabin w/Theater 🎬 Arcade & Stunning Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Elk Chateau | Luxury Cloudcroft Cabin w/Theater 🎬 Arcade & Stunning Views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Elk Chateau | Luxury Cloudcroft Cabin w/Theater 🎬 Arcade & Stunning Views located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Trestle Recreation Area, Sacramento Peak Observatory, and New Mexico Rails-to-Trails. Sacramento Mountains Museum and Cloudcroft Ice Rink are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

The Elk Chateau | Luxury Cloudcroft Cabin w/Theater 🎬 Arcade & Stunning Views Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nola F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best place we have ever stayed at. Everyone had plenty personal space, comfortable beds, plenty of bathrooms, a space kitchen. Everything was spacious and beautiful inside and out. Great hosts!! Thank you so much!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica G.

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

Great weekend getaway

This cabin exceeded our expectations by far. It had everything you need, plus more. We'll definitely book this place in the future. It was a wonderful weekend getaway in this winter wonderland 💜
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hector E.

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

BEAUTIFUL and FUN Cabin!

Cabin is beautiful and great for family getaways! Everyone had a blast in the arcade room! We enjoyed watching movies in the entertainment room. Cabin is perfect for large groups and won't feel crowded. Owners are amazing and very attentive with any questions or concerns. Lovely scenery and about a mile away from a beautiful waterfall. Will definitely be returning to this cabin! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Week In Cloudcroft

Absolutely wonderful and spacious cabin for my family of five! This was my first trip back to Cloudcroft after about 20 years, and the first time bringing my teenage kids. This cabin brought back many of the memories I made as a kid visiting Cloudcroft, and those memories have now been passed down to my kids thanks to our magnificent stay at the Elk Chateau!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Esta tranquilo silencio excelente ubicacion
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dusty H.

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

Beautiful property

Our stay was awesome. They are a terrific host to deal with. Highly recommend! The pictures are very accurate. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Beautiful Escape

This is the perfect home for a family gathering, clean, spacious and secluded. I highly recommend this home to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Elk Chateau

Great place for my family. My grandkids loved the basement with the Home Theater and the arcade games. The adults loved the deck with the view. We all loved the kitchen with the big table looking out plus the outdoor table for our lunchtime meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Cloudcroft

Great home. Beautiful outdoor living space. Well appointed kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn C.

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

Long weekend in the mountains

Had a great long weekend. 3 couples. Was great to have 3 king beds, each with own bathroom. Great views off back decks. Everything was as advertised. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

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

Beautiful and relaxing

Loved our stay at Elk Chateau. Beautifully furnished and immaculately maintained and cleaned. Stayed with our family of 12 and there was plenty of room for all of us to be comfortable. We were able to see several large Bull Elk from the deck. We would all love to visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

September S.

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

Wedding Lodging

This place was amazing. We needed lodging for our daughter's wedding that was being held in a meadow in a canyon over. The owner was very accommodating. Wish we had more time to hang out at this cabin. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa S.

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

Relaxing weekend for multi-family get together

We were in the area for a family wedding. This house was perfect for my siblings and their families to all have space to relax and enjoy the weekend together. The house was very clean, the beds were comfortable, and the games kept all the kids entertained. I would not hesitate to stay here again when we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

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

Incredible stay!

It really was an incredible stay! The beautiful “Elk Chateau” was everything it stated and much more. Beautiful location and fabulous home with everything we needed to make our family trip memorable. Johnny and Ashley were wonderful hosts! Great communication and they strived to make our stay as pleasurable as possible. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony O., Arlington tx

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

Annual snow trip

What an Amazing place to stay! Beautiful veiw from the upperdeck. Plenty of rooms and beds for family and friends.Table big enough for the whole family to enjoy meals or game nite. Loved the instant hot water after a day of playing in the snow. Ez check in and great communication. We definitely will be back next year! Thanks again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Very nice and spacious.

We all really enjoyed our stay. It was clean, beautiful and up to date. The kids loved the out door area and the arcades. The adults enjoyed the large back porch with a great view and top of the line grill. We loved the kitchen and living room as well. We've been in several rentals in the area over the years and this is our favorite by far. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024