The Space: Happy Trails Retreat is the perfect place to stay when visiting Ruidoso! The cabin is located less than 2 miles from Winter Park and Alto Lake. Ruidoso downtown shopping is just down the road. Be prepared to see ample wildlife including wild horses, elk, deer and more! The living room is the perfect place to relax enjoying the gas fireplace. Relax in spacious jetted bath tub in the master. Both Smart TV's offer Roku, Netflix and local channels but cable is not provided.
* Winter Snow Conditions may require 4wd or chains!* Happy Trails is located next door Bear Creek Cabin. This is not a pet friendly property.
Distances to attractions in Ruidoso: 1.4 miles to Winter Park for tubing and Eagle Creek Sports Complex 5 mile to Midtown Shopping District and Downtown Ruidoso 5.9 mile to Grindstone Lake for swiming, fishing, boat rental and WitBit Water Park (seasonal) 5 mile to Albertons Grocery 8 mile to Walmart Supercenter 8.8 mile to Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino 9 mile to Billy the Kid Racetrack and Casino 12.9 miles to Ski Apache Ski Resort for ski, zipline, hiking/bike trails
Guest Access: This is a private cabin with lots of authenticity and charm. You will first come to our office to check in and pick up the keys and other instructions you`ll need for your stay.
Getting Around: Distances to attractions in Ruidoso: 1.4 miles to Winter Park for tubing and Eagle Creek Sports Complex 5 mile to Midtown Shopping District and Downtown Ruidoso 5.9 mile to Grindstone Lake for swiming, fishing, boat rental and WitBit Water Park (seasonal) 5 mile to Albertons Grocery 8 mile to Walmart Supercenter 8.8 mile to Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino 9 mile to Billy the Kid Racetrack and Casino 12.9 miles to Ski Apache Ski Resort for ski, zipline, hiking/bike trails
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**Experience Excellence with Cozy Cabins:**
Happy Trails Retreat is proud to partner with Cozy Cabins, a leading vacation rental management company with over 23 years of experience. Our team is dedicated to making your stay exceptional by ensuring easy check-in, clean cabins, and prompt support. Your comfort and satisfaction are our top priorities.
**Office Location:** 546 Sudderth Dr., Ruidoso, NM (Directly across from the Ruidoso Fire Station at the Paradise Canyon intersection)
**Office Hours:** - **Monday - Thursday: ** 9 AM - 5 PM - **Friday: ** 9 AM - 6 PM - **Saturday: ** 9 AM -4 PM
CHECK-IN INFORMATION: Standard check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Early check-in requests may be approved based on availability. During holidays, check-in may be as late as 6:00 PM, and early check-in will not be available.
CHRISTMAS POLICY: Reservations during the Christmas holiday require a minimum stay of 4 nights. Reservations cannot begin or end on December 25 or January 1. New reservations cannot create single-night gaps. No cancellations or changes are allowed 30 days before your scheduled arrival.
CANCELLATIONS: CHRISTMAS POLICY: For reservations during the Christmas Holiday, there will be a minimum stay requirement of 4 nights. Reservations cannot check in or check out on December 25th or January 1st. New reservations cannot create single-night gaps and may require additional nights to book based on existing reservations. All reservations MUST be paid in full by December 1st or at the time of the reservation if the reservation is booked after December 01. There will be absolutely NO cancellations or changes 30 days prior to scheduled arrival.
STANDARD CANCELATION POLICY: (Normal reservations other than holidays, etc.): If you give us 14 days or more notice, we will refund your FULL DEPOSIT less the cancellation fee*. With less than 14 days’ notice, but greater than 7 days’ notice, we will refund 50% of your deposit less the cancellation fee*. Less than 7 days’ notice, but greater than 48 hours’ notice, we will refund 25% of your deposit less the cancellation fee*. If you give us less than 48 hours’ notice, SORRY, you will be charged for 100% of the total reservation cost. Any reservation 30 days or longer will require a 30-day notice to cancel.
SPECIAL EVENTS CANCELATION POLICY: Specialty Weekends, Family Reunions, and Holidays such as Aspencade, Memorial Day, Spring Break, etc., require a FULL 30-DAY NOTICE to cancel for a full refund less the cancellation fee*. If you give us less than 30 Days' notice, SORRY, you will be charged for 100% of the total reservation cost.
*CANCELLATION/CHANGE FEE: If you must cancel, a $40.00 amount plus 6% of the amount charged will be withheld from your deposit as the cancellation fee. If you wish to change your reservation for a Standard reservation and the arrival is more than 14 days from today, there will be a $40 change fee added to the reservation. Specialty Weekends, Family Reunions,, and Holidays such as Aspencade, Memorial Day, Spring Break, etc.,, require a FULL 30-DAY NOTICE for any changes. Only one change is allowed for any reservation.
Interaction with Guests: We are doing contact less check ins at our office location, however, we are available for any questions you may have during your stay. Just call us!
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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
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Ruidoso
Ruidoso is home to this holiday home. The Links at Sierra Blanca and Cree Medows Public Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ruidoso Winter Park and Pillow's Funtrackers. Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts and Free Spirits at Noisy Water are also worth visiting.
Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Downshift Brewing Company - 8 min drive
Starbucks - 8 min drive
Schlotzsky's - 8 min drive
Zocca Coffee - 3 min drive
Lost Hiker Brewing Company - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Happy Trails Retreat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Happy Trails Retreat?
As of 3 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happy Trails Retreat on 8 September 2026 start from NZ$662, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Happy Trails Retreat?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Happy Trails Retreat?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Happy Trails Retreat located?
Situated in Ruidoso, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Ruidoso Winter Park, Eagle Creek Sports Complex and The Links at Sierra Blanca. Ruidoso Convention Center and Cree Medows Public Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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House was perfect size and had everything we needed! Great location-close to town without being in the hustle and bustle of town. Would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Enjoyed our time here. It was clean, close to everything & private. It is such a beautiful area & this home gave us a comfortable place to relax & enjoy ourselves.
We loved staying at the Happy Trails house. Originally, we planned to have a total of 8 of us, which still would have comfortably fit. However, 3 adults couldn't make it, so our family of 5 spread out. The house itself was great - very clean, homey, and the kitchen was stocked with dishes. We checked in after hours; the instructions were very easy to follow. We didn't have to call the property manager while we were there, but did chat with them when we dropped off the key. The house was perfectly situated for us - less than 5 minutes away from Winter Park, 10 minutes to the main part of Ruidoso for food, restaurants, stores, etc. Our kids (2, 7, and 10) loved the ping pong table and sleds that were at the house. I was sad that we didn't see any wild horses while we were there, but there were plenty of elk and deer around. The only issue we had was that the hot water was very hot and the cold water was very cold - my kids (and somehow my hubby) had trouble finding the right mix for bath/shower. I didn't have any issues with it at all, and really enjoyed the jacuzzi tub. The beds were on the firm side, which actually helped both my hips and hubby's back (we're only in our 40's lol). There were also some cards, games, and other things at the house that we didn't really use because it was only a 4 night trip for us. The gas fireplace was lovely, and we were able to park in the garage to help keep the truck from getting icy. We'd love to stay there again!
Sabrina T.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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