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Beautiful Upper Valley cabin w/space for large groups! Mountain Paradise!

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Front porch is perfect for relaxing with friends.
Our lovely mountain home in the spring.
Large living room with fireplace, TV, and lots of seating!
Spacious living room with a fireplace and TV, with seating for 8.
Sitting area between the kitchen and living room, with a pull-out sofa.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16315.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Taos Ski Valley
  • Place, Old Town
  • Place, Red River Ski Area
  • Airport, Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Aspen Room

1 King Bed

Ponderosa Room

1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Sapling Room

4 Single Beds

Sitting Room

1 Double Futon

Spruce Room

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Main Level Hall Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Ponderosa Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Beautiful Upper Valley cabin w/space for large groups! Mountain Paradise!

Beautiful mountainside cabin.

***** 7th Night Always Free! ****

Book the vacation of your dreams today!

Native Elk Cabin is a gorgeous four-bedroom, three-bath home in the scenic Upper Valley area of Red River, NM. Surround yourself with comfort in this well-stocked spacious home. The large kitchen, multiple living areas, and loft make this home perfect for a large family or for a group of friends vacationing together!

All-season fun! Whether you'll be spending your days skiing and nights curled up on the sofa with a movie and hot chocolate or you'll be fly-fishing and ATVing during the day and enjoying the mild summer weather on the deck in the evenings, this house is the perfect "home base" for your get-away!

Our house backs up to the National Forest, with scenic views all around and hiking from the property. We are 5.7 miles (13 minutes) from the Red River Ski Area main lodge and the town of Red River.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Family-friendly home, kids' games and pack-n-play.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Parties ok, but please be considerate of our home!
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 5 total
Pets welcome. Please contact us for more info.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Recreational drugs and illegal substances are not permitted anywhere on the property at any time.
Outdoor fires may be built in the fire pit only. All fires must be completely extinguished by Guests before Guests walk away from the fire.

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: Parties ok, but please be considerate of our home!
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STR-2025-0005

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Red River

Located in Red River, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Lost Lake and Horseshoe Lake are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carson National Forest and Brandenburg Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Red River, NM

What's nearby

  • Lost Lake - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Old Town - 14 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Red River Nature Trail - 14 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Red River Conference Center - 14 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Red River Ski Area - 15 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Angel Fire, NM (AXX) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red River Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Yesterdays Diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bearly Awake - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bull O The Woods Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Bavarian - ‬82 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Upper Valley cabin w/space for large groups! Mountain Paradise! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 5 total).

What time is check-in at Beautiful Upper Valley cabin w/space for large groups! Mountain Paradise!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Upper Valley cabin w/space for large groups! Mountain Paradise!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Upper Valley cabin w/space for large groups! Mountain Paradise! located?

This family-friendly Red River holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Carson National Forest, Lost Lake and Horseshoe Lake. Old Town and Brandenburg Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 179 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 179 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 179 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 179 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 179 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Becky G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location and accommodated all our needs. Very well stocked and comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUSTIN C.

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

Great place

Great place for large family. Kitchen had everything you need. Plenty of parking for cars, trailers, and sxs. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

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

Family vacation

This beautiful home allows our family to stay together and enjoy the exquisite mountains of Red River. The home is so comfortable and well equipped. We loved cooking in the kitchen and playing games around the large dining room table. This location is close to trails for hiking as well. Thank you Marie, for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

First Family Ski Trip

The cabin was amazing. Beautiful location, 10 minute drive into Red River. The cabin had everything we needed and more. We are talking about booking it again for next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

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

Wonderful Time

Cle
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cliff M.

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

Great getaway

Clean, comfortable, and perfectly situated next to Red River. Look forward to booking this property in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

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

Great property!

Very nice, clean property that accommodated us perfectly. They're well stocked in the kitchen & on supplies.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diann H.

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

Family vacation

Our family of 15 from Texas had a wonderful stay at your cabin in Red River. Especially enjoyed our evenings at the cabin cooking and enjoying time on the front porch. One evening before dark enjoyed watching over 30 Elk grazing in the field in front of the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

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

Family fun

Wonderfully beautiful winter retreat cabin for entire family! Well appointed with all necessities and more. Thank you!!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy W.

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

Family time

This is our 3rd time to stay here. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shawn H.

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

Great place

We had a great time. The cabin was excellent and everything worked and very clean. We met the neighbors next door that live there in the summer. Very nice people from Waco, Texas. I enjoyed watching my grandchildren play and bond with their cousins out in the yard. We would definitely rent this cabin again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William K.

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

Perfect location for fly fishing.

We were a group of 6 guys and the bed count was great. Walking distance to the Red River and driving distance to the Valle Vidal and Cimmaron.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tony S.

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

Very well equipped large home

This was a very nice well-equipped home. There was plenty of room for my wife and I, my daughter and her husband, and my son and his wife and our 3 grandkids. The home was located in a beautiful setting near Red River. The large table allowed us to all eat together.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hal H., Lexington, TX

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

Post Retirement Get Away

We love the Red River / Angel Fire area, having visited the area, a number of times. This property needs a little TLC in a couple of areas but we were happy with the overall facilities and location a few miles up the valley from Red River. I could see how this would be perfect for a larger group, with plenty of sleeping, dining and gathering space, although it was just my wife and I this time around.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

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

Summer Mountain Vacation

We traditionally go camping for our summer vacation. This year we decided to enjoy the mountains without so much work. This home allowed our family to come together and do all of the camping activities we enjoy; hiking, making s’mores, coffee on the front porch and playing games. It was super clean and comfortable with all the comforts of home provided. We would love to come again for a longer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Aug 31 - Sept 4, 2017

Our family had an amazing ....memory making weekend. Thank you for opening up your home to us. We will be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Birthday Vacation

We loved the cabin and the location, the pictures did not do it justice, it was so very beautiful. The neighbors were so very nice as well. We had so much fun and really enjoyed out time away. We will be back for sure. Marie you are such a wonderful person, thank you for sharing your home with us. My Family fell in love with your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martin M.

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

Awesome Cabin!!

Marie was always quick to respond to whatever questions I might have had prior and after renting her property. The cabin was awesome, the pictures do it no justice. I loved that the whole family got to sit at the dining table. Very spacious for a family of fourteen. My wife loved the sun room.Thank you Marie for letting us stay in your cabin. We would love to rent it again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A cabin that has it all!

I would definitely stay at this cabin again. It has a great location, very spacious, comfortable furniture, huge kitchen very well stocked, and southwestern motif. We had 11 family members ages 8-72. There were multiple TVs, fireplaces, games, and puzzles. If there's a huge snow the road is plowed but you will have to navigate the the driveway which has a bit of a slope. If you have a mobility issue the front door has about a dozen steps but they are covered. The view is spectacular!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon P.

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

Oktoberfest Getaway

We hosted a booth at Red River's Oktoberfest and needed a place for everyone to stay. Something quiet enough for the grandparents, but close enough to town that we could shuttle supplies to and from the event. The cabin was PERFECT. We sat on the porch with coffee admiring the changing colors and listening to nature. It felt like we were hours from the next town even though we were 10 minutes away. The drive was easy and beautiful so we didn't mind that either. The cabin itself was exactly what we needed. Big enough for everyone to have their own retreats but cozy enough to spend time together. And the fireplaces were the icing on the cake. We're hoping to book again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

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

Red River Weddings

Our stay at The Native Elk Cabin was amazing. The cabin is beautiful and accommodated the three families & friends easily. Marie was very quick with her responses and communicated answers to my questions in a timely fashion. Even though the cabin is about 5 miles out of town the drive was easy to get back and forth between the cabin and town. The only thing I would say is having to climb stairs to get in and out of the cabin. For elderly people this was a challenge- and I’m sure if the weather wasn’t wet/snowpacked, then maybe we could have accessed the other entry on the main level. Other than that this cabin had everything you needed for a comfortable stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ann S., Houston, Texas

A wonderful family home in the woods!

This house is so wonderful! We had our family vacation here in Red River. 6 Adults and 7 children and we never felt crowded. Marie has been a perfect hostess, every question was answered and everything we needed was available in the house. Native Elk home was easy to get to and very close to the town of Red River. We spent mornings on the porch and evenings gathered around the massive table in the dining room. I have stayed at so many VRBO's and this was by far the best ever. The house was so clean and as I said Marie anticipated every need. ( she even has a slow cooker!). We spotted a black bear in the woods behind the house to the excitement of the kids ( and the men!). Red River is a great place for families, we hiked, zip lined, and took the lifts up to the ski area and had a picnic. We will be back! Thanks again for opening your lovely home to us. Ann St.Germain
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kyla S., Montgomery

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

Excellent space for large groups and families!

We had 12 family members including two preteens and two dogs all from Colorado, Texas and Michigan. Everyone had their own private space if needed. The house is spread out and has everything you may need. The large dining table was great as we celebrated four birthdays. It could not have been a better space. And the view from one of the living room couches was to die for!! Perfect location for sitting and admiring the mountain landscape. My husband and brother-in-law sat there every morning having coffee and catching up on life. The drive into Red River was also quick and easy. And there was plenty of straight-in parking for 5 large vehicles. Everything (appliances) worked great in the house and there were no water pressure issues. Our biggest feat was acclimating to the high altitude and climbing the stairs. We are all aware of what it takes to prepare, so just be mindful before you get there. Instructions for using everything are very well outlined. And I appreciated the easy access code and check-in/check-out procedures! Typed up notes/instructions were posted everywhere were visible to all and very helpful. This is an excellent location and space to spend time with family and friends! Thank you again!!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin is perfect for family vacations! Very roomy with lots of seating and a very well stocked kitchen. The view was beautiful; the location was great. Would definitely recommend and would love to go back some day.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo S.

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

Mountain getaway

Our family enjoyed our stay at the cabin, it was quiet and peaceful. The location was close to other activities available in town. Kitchen and dining area were highlights of the cabin, newer appliances and a large table accommodated our family of 10 easily.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Marie

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We live in Albuquerque with our three daughters. We have been coming to Red River for several years and fell in love with the charming town! We are excited to share this beautiful home with you and hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

When we saw this house we immediately envisioned spending winters evenings playing board games in front of the stone fireplace, snowshoeing in the forest above the house and sledding down the hill, and sipping wine on the back porch as the kids played in the forest on warm summer evenings.

What makes this property unique

This home features a large kitchen where several cooks can work together without getting in each other's way, multiple living areas so groups can talk, watch a movie, and play games at the same time, and a beautiful view all around!

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