Title: Escape the crowds for healthy, family outdoor fun - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Escape the crowds for healthy, family outdoor fun ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33506000/33505963/2fa76bdb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33506000/33505963/bccec5ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33506000/33505963/5420e530.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33506000/33505963/5cfd943c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33506000/33505963/3f611fae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape the crowds for healthy, family outdoor fun provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Escape the crowds for healthy, family outdoor fun Escape from crowded city life to this beautiful, secluded country estate, a historic ranch home on fifty acres near Lincoln, New Mexico. Immerse yourself and your family in healthy outdoor activities during your stay. Home comfortably sleeps 14 and includes 4100 square feet of living space. The property has a large beautiful backyard for relaxation or play. Wildlife on the property consists of wild turkeys, barbary sheep, deer, and peacocks. Visit museums in nearby Lincoln. Capitan, NM, home of the famous Smokey Bear, is within 20 miles. Ruidoso and Ski Apache are within 40 miles of home. Not wheelchair accessible Policies: \-No Smoking allowed inside house \-Pets allowed for additional fee with signed agreement; Pets must be 30 pounds or less. \-Must be at least 25 years old to book reservations ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No Smoking Inside or on Enclosed Porches ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113556700/113556645/5399f2f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ruidoso Valley studio apartment, WiFi, AC, nite sky @WoodSwan furniture wkshop Glencoe - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=113556645&PinnedHotelID=113556645&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: $100 fee; Pets 30 pounds or less; Signed agreement ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings Priced Separately; Contact owner for more info ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No Smoking Inside or on Enclosed Porches ## 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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 14 Note from host: Priced Separately; Contact owner for more info Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Escape the Crowds for Healthy, Family Outdoor fun Lincoln ## About the area [Visit our North America travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/North-America.dx500001) [View more Vacation homes in North America](https://www.expedia.ca/North-America-Private-Vacation-Homes.d500001-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.45114%2C-105.32380&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QVXDVF9Vwd7wUZEVpMvTWIiqGYE=) Lincoln, NM ### What's nearby - Lincoln State Monument - 8 min drive - 8.3 km - Ruidoso Downs Racetrack - 46 min drive - 56.1 km - Grindstone Lake - 54 min drive - 63.2 km - The Links at Sierra Blanca - 54 min drive - 65.1 km - Ruidoso Winter Park - 55 min drive - 58.7 km ### Getting around - Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 29 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Annie's Little Sure Shot - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Escape the crowds for healthy, family outdoor fun pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Escape the crowds for healthy, family outdoor fun? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Escape the crowds for healthy, family outdoor fun? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Escape the crowds for healthy, family outdoor fun located? > Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Lincoln State Monument, Church of San Juan Bautista, and Tunstall Store Museum. Dr. Woods House and Old Lincoln County Courthouse are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Escape the crowds for healthy, family outdoor fun Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 52 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### lory D. Nov 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Beautiful house beautiful location perfect overall highly recommended ##### lory D. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mateo r. Jan 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing experience. We loved the property and everything was wy beyond our expectations. Definitely will come back again in the future! ##### mateo r. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tamara G. Dec 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rich Family Vacation We really enjoyed our stay, we seen elk, peacock, turkey and other wild life. The property location was great and not a far drive from Ruidoso . Our adult children are ready to come back. ##### Tamara G. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Devan L. Apr 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Wildlife Fantastic home for family holidays, we spend Easter here and the property is unique and beautiful with so much wildlife and history. We will be staying here again, plenty of space for a big family get together. Highly recommend if you are a history buff! ##### Devan L. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jasmine B. Feb 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very welcoming and provided space and something to do for everyone Fun, easy and comfortable ##### Jasmine B. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nola F. Jul 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Little Slice of Heaven Walnut Grove Ranch is so relaxing, peaceful and quiet. It's also a great place to step back into history. The yard surrounding the house is great for young imaginations. Lots of adventures to be had. The patios are great for outdoor dining and watching the wildlife. ##### Nola F. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monti P. Jul 30, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! We all enjoyed our visit to Walnut Grove Ranch. Loved the house, the wildlife, the history. We can’t wait to come back! Thank you Becca!! ##### Monti P. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dennise H. Feb 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice getaway The property was the perfect location for our family’s getaway from the crowds. The space the property provided allowed our entire party to relax and enjoy each other's company the entire time. Becca was communicative and accommodating to say the least. We will be returning. ##### Dennise H. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jerry H. Dec 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Christmas Vacation We had a very nice Christmas Vacation with the whole family. There was plenty of room for the 11 of of us. We enjoyed the games available, the beautiful decorations (thank you Becca) and the wildlife. Along with the resident peacocks we were visited by wild boar, turkey, and a pair of mountain goats. We would definitely go back. Things are a little dated but that is part of the charm. My grandchildren thought the place had to be haunted because, “if it’s old, it’s probably haunted, Pappaw.” Great time. ##### Jerry H. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marjorie T. Sep 15, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet Getaway in the Mountains We enjoyed our stay. Our younger family members had fun exploring, seeing all the animals & playing in the beautiful backyard. The adults enjoyed the cool mountain air of the mornings & coffee on the patio. A great weekend to "unplug" & spend time with family!! ##### Marjorie T. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donald Y. May 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Great Place to Relax and Rejuvenate We stayed at Walnut Grove Ranch from 5-18-2025 through 5-25-2025, and we thoroughly enjoyed every minute there. We were surprised to learn that the historic home was built around 1870 by the same Sheriff Brady who encountered Billy the Kid. The spacious home served as our clean, comfortable and well-appointed base from which we visited the White Sands, Cloudcroft, the Inn of the Mountain Gods, historic Lincoln, Smoky Bear museum, and informative Fort Stanton. Not only was the home itself a delight, but every day we were entertained by the abundant wildlife there. We woke up and enjoyed our coffee to elk, Barbary Sheep, javelinas, peacocks, and wild turkeys all around us. It was like being in the center of a nature preserve. But best of all was our gracious and accommodating hostess, Becca. She paid attention to every detail, from the snacks in the kitchen to the board games hung on the wall. She ensured our stay was perfect and took care of everything we needed. We highly recommend Walnut Grove Ranch for your vacation experience, and we hope to get to come back ourselves again soon. ##### Donald Y. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen T., El Paso, TX Oct 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Truly unique stay, either for a family / friends hangout or for visiting Lincoln / Capitan / Ruidoso My family and I loved staying at the house. The area is beautiful and secluded. It has a large number of beds and a seats and a very functional kitchen. I feel like there's two types of house rentals: the ones that are clearly just a minimally stocked place that hasn't had humans living there at length for years, and then rentals that feel lived in and loved, and has tons of small things. This house is very much in the latter better group. The house itself is covered in beautiful history and is very comfortable. I can't wait to plan a weekend around this with family and friends to all be together in one place, either just to hang out or to celebrate something or someone important. ##### Stephen T. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Misty G., ENNIS Dec 29, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Christmas Visit to Grandmas! It felt just like we were spending Christmas at Grandma’s house and we loved it! So much history and charm! I never thought I would say, “son go feed the peacocks they are looking in the window!” Lol Owners were so kind and responsive! Don’t miss this amazing gem!! ##### Misty G. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### brenda b. Dec 6, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanksgiving Getaway Loved the rustic! Warm & cozy throughout. ##### brenda b. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yvonne B. Aug 16, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Reunion Excellent stay- beautiful property- can't wait to go back ##### Yvonne B. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan G., Weatherford, TX Aug 4, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Country Escape Super relaxing country property. Plenty of things to do. Very peaceful location. ##### Ryan G. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erick H. Jul 23, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place Enjoyed the history of the property and surrounding area, place was quiet, clean and comfortable. Definitely recommend if you are looking to stay in the area. ##### Erick H. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara M. Jul 6, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### This was exactly what my family needed. We were able to reconnect and enjoy being together while sti We enjoyed short hikes around the area and relaxing under the trees just hatting. There were corn hole competitions and all night. Board games. We fed the peacocks and enjoyed watching their colorful displays naps and spots to. Snooze or read a good book we're well utilized. ##### Barbara M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Mary G. Jun 5, 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Outside makes it worth it The outside space of this property is unbeatable. We spent the entire weekend under the covered pavilion and it was glorious. The house served our purposes, though we had some issues with cleanliness. A couple of the beds had dirty sheets and the dishwasher was full of dirty dishes, and it had not been dusted in awhile. The house has a ton of character and interesting history. It was a fun quirky place overall. ##### Mary G. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve H. Apr 25, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a show! The wild turkey's and peacock's put on a wonderful display! That alone was worth the stay. Well appointed and tastefully decorated. We could feel the history of the place. ##### Steve H. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ariana C. Apr 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The scenery and wildlife were amazing We had a great stay at the property. The property manager was so friendly and nice. We would book again. The scenery and wildlife were beautiful. The history of the home, and items in the home, was like staying in a museum. We had an amazing time. ##### Ariana C. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara R. Jan 26, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Rubio's Our stay at Walnut Grove Ranch was so peaceful and relaxing. The scenery and the house are just so beautiful I cannot express in words. I have five teenagers and they all had a blast exploring the property and learning all the history about the house and just Lincoln in general. Becca is the best host ever and was very responsive to any and all questions we had. We will definitely be planning another stay for much longer next time. ##### Sara R. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Abigail C. Jan 4, 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### N/A N/A ##### Abigail C. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful family vacation! There were 14 of us that consisted of three families. 6 adults and 8 kids (ages from 1-13). The home is very large and set-up in a way that we never felt crowded! It was extremely accommodating and the price is fantastic. Becca, the owner of the property, is so sweet and eager to assist with any and allllllll our questions (We had a lot) 😬. We hiked up the mountain on the property, fed the wild peacock’s and turkeys, enjoyed watching the Ram’s with their new baby’s, and the hogs at night were neat! We are from South East Texas, and it was definitely worth the 12 hour drive. Ski Apache is just a short drive and the kids LOVED that experience. You will not be disappointed with Walnut Grove! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frank S., Las Cruces, New Mexico Oct 19, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Third year the best! We feel at home at the Walnut Grove Ranch. Many upgrades this year. We love these mountains because quite a few of our ancestors lived and are buried in this area. The property manager/owner treats us like kinfolk. ##### Frank S. 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