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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Casita

4 Single Beds

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Casita

Toilet · Shower only

Main house

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition!

Two small houses tucked into the trees offer privacy and comfort for your family or small group. Beautiful views, access to almost 3 miles of private trails, the Gila National Forest just a short 2 miles away. Excellent hiking, biking, birding, rock hounding, and exploring all near by, or use this venue as a jumping off point for trips to regional sights like Tombstone, Kartchner Caverns, the Gila Cliff Dwellings, Silver City, NM or Bisbee AZ.. Hike White Water Canyon's Catwalk, visit the Mimbres pottery museums, and get acquainted with our rich multicultural history. Enjoy the casual atmosphere and tranquility of the country, and experience the almost non-stop sunshine, star-filled nights and natural world right out the back door. The house is fully furnished and has a well-equipped kitchen, small library, internet and great sitting porch. The casita has a small fridge, microwave and twin bunks, (sleeps 4) heat and A/C.
Need more beds or spaces for your group? Check out our sister property 2930432, just down the road less than a quarter mile!.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 12:00 PM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Use of the fire pit depends on wildfire risk. Permission must be granted by the owner for each individual fire

No loaded firearms in the house. No discharge of weapons anywhere on the property. Extra storage for hunting and camping gear is available

Feeding, hunting or harassment of wildlife is not allowed. Please contact the owner for intervention in dangerous encounters

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2996573vb
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 19
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

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Mule Creek, NM

What's nearby

  • San Francisco Hot Springs - 35 min drive - 44.8 km
  • Glenwood Community Center Library - 38 min drive - 52.3 km
  • Bill Evans Lake - 52 min drive - 72.7 km

Frequently asked questions

Is Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition!?

As of 18 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition! on 22 September 2026 start from NZ$219, 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.

How much is parking at Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susie is great and the amenities were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marta O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time! The property was very unique and big. The host was very nice and helpful with giving us places to go and visit.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The freh eggs were delicious...the Scrabble game and choice of interesting reads much appreciated. Only recommendation would be a smaller frying pan--we were only cooking for two.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan was such a welcoming host and made it super easy to find the place. The place had everything we needed and was a cozy little home for me and my family. The views and surrounding areas is beautiful and very well worth the drive!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a nice house in a beautiful and convenient location for our hikes. The bed was comfortable, and the host was kind enough to leave us some fresh eggs from her hens.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Fantastic stay!

Magical property and a fantastic host! Wonderful for families and has everything you need :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2024
We strive to provide entertainment for all age groups, indoors or out in our wonderful natural surroundings! We agree, it is magical!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erek S.

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

Beautiful and peaceful

I had a wonderful stay! The location is remote and the scenery is amazing. Susan is a great host and very familiar with the area. Looking forward to a future visit I hope!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2025
We really enjoy sharing our unique and beautiful location with our hiking visitors! Please do come back soon! Many thanks!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful trip spent Thanksgiving with family. Susan was very accommodating she provided us with extra tables and chair. She also provided us with fresh chicken eggs. That was a wonderful gift. Will differently return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 December 2025
What better way to reconnect with family than enjoying nature and serenity! It's our pleasure to facilitate those special times.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlon H.

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

Wonderful stay

This is the second time that we have stayed at Mule Creek and love the quiet solitude to explore the acreage and hike at different sites. The area and scenery is absolutely stunning. The cabin is set up with everything needed for a comfortable stay. It was great to have a washer to do clothes before moving on.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 February 2025
Peace and quiet are precious nowadays. We are pleased to be able to share them with our guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Astrophotography location

Great location in New Mexico for Astrophotography. Host was on point with communication and hospitality. We will be making this place our go to in the summer.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2023
Thank you! Our back country property is perfect for all sorts of recreation, and yes, those night skies are awesome...usually!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JODIE C.

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

Fun at the Ranch

The property was just as we imagined. Really enjoyed the solitude and beautiful scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2024
It's a wonderful escape to peace and quiet! We're pleased you had a relaxing stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garrison G.

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

Camping Out

My son and I made the house our base camp as we were on a hunting trip in January. Remote location was exactly what we were looking for and house was perfect. Mrs. Susan was super nice, inviting & accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 January 2025
It's a great place to circle back to at the end of an adventuresome day! So glad you enjoyed it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo Anna & Mark W.

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

Jerome

Awesome location & awesome host. Loved waking up to the rooster and the very quiet location. We wanted a quiet getaway for a short stay. Would love to return one day to do more outdoor exploring.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 October 2023
It;s true! This is a wonderful spot to just relax and regroup, away from all the hustle and bustle. So glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Mule Creek

Was a wonderful place for my sons while they were working on a solar job. Would definitely stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2023
We're happy to provide housing for visiting contractors--we certainly need them! Thanks for your kind review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jt B.

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

NMDGF Hunt

Property worked out very well for what we needed during our 6 night stay. The main house kitchen was well stocked, showers were hot and the adjacent casita was perfect for additional guests. Thank-you Susan we appreciated everything.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 November 2024
Our goal is to insure that our guests have what they need for a relaxing visit and enjoyable activities.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elva

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet unique experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlon H.

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

Restful stay

Susie is a fantastic hostess. She showed us around the property and explained the history of area thoroughly. She gave us ideas for day trips as well. If you want out of the way solitude to enjoys the outdoors this is the place to be. The house was very well equiped and the beds comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 February 2023
Thank you Marlon and Robin! I enjoy sharing this beautiful area with others, and am so glad you you had a good visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy Y.

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

Serene, solitude, and beautiful

It was a very peaceful week of stay away from busy city life. The house is clean and comfortable, the setup is very peaceful. It is close to Apache and Gila National forests, which makes hiking very convenient. The host Susan was extremely helpful, she waited at the entrance of the road on the night of arrival just to make sure we didn't miss the turn.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 November 2022
Thanks, Lucy! It's our pleasure to share the sights and experiences of this beautiful place!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha C.

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

Beautiful and peaceful stay

Spent the weekend here as we explored the area and were pleasantly surprised at how serene the area was. The property was huge so my dog had a lot of fun exploring the grounds. Apart from some somewhat dusty spots of bedding and a couple of dead bugs in the casita, everything was clean. There were a lot of amenities in case something was forgotten, which we appreciated since the property isn't near any stores. It was a wonderful place to sit back and enjoy the quiet outdoors after a long day of hiking. I would rate it a 9.5/10 and would definitely consider staying here again if we return to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Remote getaway

This was the perfect location for our hiking adventures. It was a quiet and cozy stay. We appreciated the all the accommodations the host provided. A sign at the driveway entrance confirming we were at the right place, toiletries in case you forgot your own. She greeted us and provided history and information about the area and answered any questions we had. She was very prompt to respond during our stay. We look forward to returning for another visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wyatt Y.

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

Best View Ever

Ms Susans place is a one of a kind. It’s filled with history and old artifacts. She is one of the nicest, most generous ladies i have ever met. My expectations for my stay were exceeded. I can’t recommend staying at Ms Susan’s place enough. She will greet you at the door with fresh farm eggs and hospitality. You just can’t beat it!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 November 2023
Thank you Wyatt! We enjoy sharing our extraordinary location and lifestyle with our guests. Hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Whit E.

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

Remote with all the comforts of home.

This cute house in the country is unassuming on the outside but very well appointed and decorated on the inside. The kitchen is fully equipped and the pantry had a wide variety of items, but bring your own food, the nearest 'big' grocery store is about an hour away. The king bed is super comfortable. The property is spacious with plenty of peace and quiet. The host was awesome, friendly and communicated well. Wifi signal was plenty strong for everything we needed, though we didn't try to stream a movie, all other aspects worked well. We spent almost a week here and we never ran out of things to keep us busy, next time maybe well stay two weeks!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 November 2022
Thanks for the kind words! Our property is a gem, and we're glad you enjoyed it. Come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Peaceful getaway in vast country

Wonderful vacation but seemed too short!!! We had a wonderful time visiting Mule Creek and staying at this cabin. The house was well equipped and quite comfortable. Supplies were plentiful too. We spoke with Susan soon after our arrival and she greeted us with a delicious home-made lemon pound cake…….Yummmmmm!!! She also provided us with fresh eggs from her chickens. What a great host!!! Susan is so knowledgeable about the local geology and local attractions. She has a ranch next to the rental with cattle and alpacas that totally kept our boxer (dog) interested in our visit. We also loved that a herd of elk visited the area a couple of mornings. Stargazing was phenomenal. We hiked the Catwalk trail, the Mineral Creek trail, the Maverick Hill trail (next door in Arizona), the San Francisco Hot Springs trail and finally we drove to the ghost town of Mogollon for a short visit. We also did some rockhounding in the area near the New Mexico/Arizona border. This is definitely a place we would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2023
Thank you for your kind review, and your interest in our tiny niche community! Always a pleasure to share our neighborhood with natural history fans!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle S.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

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