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Since 1897, when construction first began on Eagle Eyrie as a
hunting lodge and vacation getaway, thousands of people have visited, anxious
to spend some time away from their routine. This was one of the first homes
built in the newly formed village of Cloudcroft, New Mexico, nestled high in
the Sacramento Mountains among the pines and firs, and is registered as an
historic home today. While the village has grown and the home has received some
improvements to provide modern conveniences, Eagle Eyrie remains true to its
original intent. The trees still tower above the 3 story home, chipmunks,
squirrels, and their less appealing cousins, field mice, are still in
abundance. Raccoon, deer, and in rare cases a brown bear may be
spotted…all at no extra charge! The original Smokey Bear was rescued as a
cub after a forest fire in the Sacramento’s in the early 1950's. Add to
this the sight and sound of the local forest bird population and the pine scent
in the air, and it’s no wonder that today many of Eagle Eyrie’s
guests are repeat visitors, still anxious for a change of routine.
It is our goal to provide our guests with an authentic mountain hunting lodge
experience without having to sacrifice the primary comforts of home. We have
worked hard, at considerable expense, to make tasteful improvements while
maintaining the vast majority of the original construction and charm. The old
wavy window glass, occasional squeak in the original floors, and rustic (100
plus year old) winding staircase all contribute to a unique experience of a
time gone by. Yet you will be able to soak in a claw foot tub, or use the one
of a kind copper shower, and even turn up the thermostat when there’s a
chill in the air outside.
Rental demand is high, especially on holidays and weekends and because the home
can accommodate as many as 16 guests. Reservations are taken and paid for on a
first come-first served basis, whether for a family reunion of a dozen or an
intimate getaway for two, and all other inquiries for that time slot are turned
away. Therefore PAYMENT IS NON-REFUNDABLE. We will always work with our guests
to make their Eagle Eyrie experience as enjoyable as possible. If you find you
need something, feel free to call us immediately and we will do our best to
help you as quickly as possible. Conveniently, there is a general store nearby.
We supply basic towels, cookware and linens, but if you have particular
favorites, feel free to bring your own. Keep in mind you will be in a somewhat
remote small mountain village and some limitations may exist. |
Photo taken in
1901
Early Spring front of
Eagle Eyrie vacation home approximately 3000 sq. ft.