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Shep's Studio Hideaway in Village

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Enjoy beautiful tree top views from the large 12' x 12' deck.
Shep's art studio/garage at street level. Barry & Bonnie Bear greet you.
Welcome
Log table & benches saved from trees taken down for construction
Shep's Studio Hideaway. Your home for your stay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 466.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Cloudcroft, NM
  • Sacramento Mountains Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • New Mexico Rails-to-Trails
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Cloudcroft Ski Area
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Alamogordo, NM (ALM-White Sands Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Secondary bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Shep's Studio Hideaway in Village

Adorable, brand new cabin with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. Sleeps 4. Deck on back is like being in a treehouse. Lots of wild life roaming. Located in the Village & close to hiking trails, Cloudcroft Brewery & shopping, all within walking distance.

Property manager

Donna & Bob Shepherd
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Cabin is not child proofed for small children.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not use melamine dishes in the microwave. We've provided microwave-safe dishes (white speckled) for this purpose.
NO SMOKING IN THE CABIN!
If you move furniture, before your departure, please move it back to it's original location.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

Cloudcroft

Located in Cloudcroft, this cabin is in the mountains. Cloudcroft Ski Area and Heart of the Desert Pistachios & Wine are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Trestle Recreation Area and New Mexico Rails-to-Trails. Sacramento Peak Observatory and The Tunnel Stop are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cloudcroft, NM

What's nearby

  • Sacramento Peak Observatory - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sacramento Mountains Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • New Mexico Rails-to-Trails - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Trestle Recreation Area - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Cloudcroft Ski Area - 5 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Alamogordo, NM (ALM-White Sands Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mad Jack's Mountaintop Barbecue - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cloudcroft Brewing Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dave's Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Big Daddy's Diner - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Burro Street Bakery - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Shep's Studio Hideaway in Village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Shep's Studio Hideaway in Village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shep's Studio Hideaway in Village?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shep's Studio Hideaway in Village located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Sacramento Peak Observatory and Sacramento Mountains Museum. New Mexico Rails-to-Trails and Trestle Recreation Area are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia ‎.

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

Amazing 5 star cabin

Had everything we needed, amazing views and classy accommodations , will definitely come back. Hosts are very nice and attentive .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

patricia r.

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

Mountain Getaway

Just as advertised! Clean and comfortable. Great location for hiking and and venturing out to surrounding areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

The Pope F.

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

Wonderful forest view home in a cute mountain town

We had such a wonderful, relaxing time in this Cloudcroft home. It was very nicely decorated and had everything we needed for our stay. The owners were very helpful with anything we needed and checked to make sure we had what we needed. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

Great place for long getaway.

Close to everything you would visit the Sacramento Mountains for.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alisha O.

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

Very cozy

This house was wonderful. It was very clean and the owners made it feel like home with all the small fall touches throughout the house. The house and the scenery from the property was perfection. The owners have been very kind and prompt in responses too. I definitely would book with the Sheps again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy M.

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

Awesome cabin!

We loved our stay! The cabin was so clean! The host are so nice and included so many items for us to use if we needed to. The patio was awesome and it seemed very private! We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

chaula r.

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

Beautiful and quiet location close to Cloudcroft center.

Wonderful and comfortable. Had all we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

TERESA L.

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

Nice Mountain Cabin

This little cabin is very nice and very clean. The owner was very easy to work with. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas D.

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

House was every bit as nice as it was in the pics online.

It was furnished good, very cozy, easy to get to. Close to all the shops and downtown area. Will definitely book again to stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindy L.

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

Perfect for a weekend getaway

My twin sister and I stayed here for a little weekend getaway. It was warm, clean and cozy and just perfect for our sisters’ weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal C.

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

Perfect, perfect, perfect!

This is defiantly one of the cutest, well maintained cabins we've stayed at! Attention to detail everywhere! Not to mention the amazing weather Cloudcroft has to offer! Can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy W.

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

Spring Break Getaway

The cabin was adorable, clean, comfortable, and very well stocked. All the little extras made our stay so easy and relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kambry M.

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

Perfect anniversary getaway

The house was perfectly clean and had everything we needed! The deck is the best part!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya H.

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

Wonderful!

The perfect little place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris Z.

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

Turkey Hunt

Perfect location! House was 15 minutes from where we were hunting. House was perfect and the Pizza Place down the street was amazing! Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam C.

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

Review of Cabin at Cloudcroft

The property was clean, beautifully decorated and had alot of provisions. We relaxed and totally enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W., Luling

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

Perfect

The cabin was perfect for us, close to town and stores but yet secluded.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachael H.

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

Nice Stay in the forrest

Very cute cabin with a well-stocked kitchen. Loved the patio especially! A bit of trouble with the door code but the hosts were helpful in getting it sorted quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

James T., Hoover Alabama

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

Great experience

My son and I had a great time and thank you for sharing your property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

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

Peaceful

The property was perfect. The kids enjoyed sledding and playing outside. It was very well equipped with everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasey M.

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

Magical and Peaceful

The cabin is beautiful inside and out. Perfect for relaxing and cooling off in the mountain air. Donna and Bob have a little slice of Heaven. Everything you need is in the cabin for your stay. Highly recommend this cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Austin TX

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

Cloudcroft in July

The home is very comfortable, great design, stocked with everything you would need. I felt like I was walking into a brand new home! All that aside the rear covered deck is the real gem here and with the Monsoon rains ongoing during the week I stayed the deck was my go to space. Perfection in Clouldcroft!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

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

Sheep’s Hideaway

Charming, new small cabin just above the village of Cloudcroft. Well equipped kitchen. Awesome deck in the trees. The hosts (Donna & Shep) were among the best we’ve ever dealt with & were immensely helpful. Don’t overpack as the cabin is accessed via some fairly steep stairs down the hill. Fortunately, Shep literally toted most of our stuff into the cabin for us. The weather was great for people seeking a respite from the heat in Texas. Tip: ask Shep for a peek at his art studio & works in progress. The cabin has several pieces of his beautiful art. Thanks Donna & Shep for a super stay! C. Sterett
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

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

Wonderful Property - But be mindful in the winter

Donna and Bob were wonderful hosts, keeping us apprised of conditions in the area in the weeks leading up to our stay. They also offered recommendations on activities and local businesses. The property was incredibly clean and perfectly cozy for our family of four (kids age 7 and 9). The location of the property was fun, nestled on a hill, but this also created some challenges as the driveway was a bit steep and slippery for loading and unloading after a fresh 6"+ inches of snow ahead of our stay. Also keep in mind that getting to the cabin requires navigation of an outdoor staircase and then a 10 yard walk to the cabin entrance - this too was covered in snow and made for some slippery walks. The hosts did all they could to address the conditions by plowing the drive and salting the staircase which we greatly appreciated. Overall, a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lilah P., Houston

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

The best location and hosts!

My family of four just spend two magical weeks here! The location cannot be beat. It’s close enough to walk to downtown and the brewery but high enough up that it’s so quiet (truly the location is perfect). We’ve stayed at a lot of VRBOs and this one is the best stocked ever! They have all the basics but then the fridge was stocked with creamers and sparkling waters and condiments and the pantry had lots of spices and little items plus some coffee for the next morning. The house is brand new and super clean (typically I find VRBOs to be clean to the eye but under beds, cowing fans, blinds, etc are all super dusty. This was not the case. Every last inch of that place has been scrubbed). The owners live next door and their daughter lives down the hill which was handy when we needed a plunger (oops lol). The owners were in constant communication with us to ensure our stay was perfect and they were so nice. Bob even invited my husband into his art studio for an afternoon of great conversation. Truthfully, we couldn’t have had a better stay! The area is amazing as well: we hiked so many places, tubbed, shopped, wine tasted, etc. thank you Shepard’s for the most amazing stay. We cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Donna & Bob Shepherd

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Shep's Studio Hideaway is available as a 4 person cabin. This cute cabin is brand new & tucked away down the hill from the street, nestled in the trees. It's located in the Lincoln National Forest & is across the street from a hiking trail that connects with the OSHA trail.

The Hideaway is part of our summer compound where Shep has his private art studio. He teaches art classes every August. You will have fantastic views from the back deck of the Hideaway. You'll feel like you are in a treehouse. Wildlife wander through the area on a daily basis. There are 2 bedrooms & 1 bathroom, wi-fi & internet connections, 55" smart TV, wood stove, central heat, ceiling fans. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you need to cook meals. Outside, there is a large table & benches built from trees that had to be taken for the construction.

Cloudcroft has lots of shops, several great restaurants & a brewery. There is a park which features tennis/pickle ball courts, ice skating rink & lots of festivals. Check out the museum on Hwy. 82 in-between the schools & the fire department to learn the history of Cloudcroft. During the summer months, there is always something going on in the village such as the melodramas. These are fun plays where you can hiss & boo the villains & throw popcorn at them. Fun for all ages. If you like to golf, The Golf Course at The Lodge is for you. It's been around since 1899 & they have a great scramble every Wednesday that everyone is invited to play.

If you want to spread your wings a bit, Ruidoso is 45 minutes away. You'll find more shopping, restaurants, Ski Apache with skiing, amazing zip line & open both winter & summer. There's also casinos & the horse race track. Down the mountain, you'll find White Sands National Monument, Three Rivers Petroglyphs, more shopping, restaurants, antiquing, thrift shops galore, zoo, train museum, art galleries, movie theatre, bowling, & more.

Why they chose this property

Donna grew up going to Ruidoso to ski & summer camp. Her parents, being chaperones on these trip, fell in love with the area & eventually purchased land outside Cloudcroft. When her parents passed on, she & Bob considered building something on the property but decided to buy something in the village. They bought the cabin next-door (Shep's Artist Retreat), bought the lot next-door & built the garage/art studio a couple of years later. Now, we've built our new little jewel (Shep's Studio Hideaway). Donna's sister & brother-in-law now own the property that was their parents.

What makes this property unique

We are so excited about this new little cabin. It's cozy but spacious with an open floorplan. The back deck has captured everyone who enters the cabin. You can open the backdoor & it all becomes one big room that makes you feel like your are in a treehouse. Since we're in the village, you'll have easy access to all the village has to offer.

Since we now have the two cabins (Shep's Artist Retreat & Shep's Studio Hideaway) next to each other, we can offer rental of both cabins for a larger group & give a 15% discount on the nightly rates of both cabins.

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English

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