Casa Del Gavilan Historic Inn

This small b&b/inn sits on a scenic piece of New Mexico heaven. The innkeepers are knowledgeable about the history of the place and are friendly and welcoming. Our room (Nairn) was beautifully decorated and capacious. Breakfast was outstanding and we met a new friend there. Luxurious indoor seating and welcoming patio seating are nice after a long day. Grassy seating is available to watch the sunset or come out later to see the stars. There are even hiking trails and a prairie dog town to cheer your arrival. This is now one of my all time favorites places to stay!

The setting and historicity of Casa del Gavilan are impressive. Hosts are very welcoming. The common areas are large, inviting and comfortable. But I only have it a 3 because the guest rooms could be more user friendly while maintaining historical integrity. And the mattresses in the 3 rooms we occupied were in need of upgrading. Breakfast was filling and pleasantly served and the host would accommodate food allergies and sensitivities but having several selections available would be an improvement.

We stayed 3 nights last fall, just prior to them closing foe the season, so I am long overdue! Amazing place with history everywhere. Amazing location. You can see every star at night, and the moon over the Tooth of Time. The staff was just awesome & readily available, but you never saw them!? Can't wait to get back to such a lovely, serene, & inviting inn!

Great historic property. Our second visit. Beautiful and relaxing stay. Our only quibble is the set breakfast. The flavor of the sausage and egg casserole is a bit off putting for some (most?) tastes, and the muffin was very underbaked. We would prefer a choice of eggs, sausage or bacon, or cereal, and toast or a well baked muffin.

Casa del Gavilan is a wonderful bed & breakfast inn on the National Register of Historic Places. Surrounded by Philmont Scout Ranch and in the shadow of the iconic Tooth of Time, Casa del Gavilan is a peaceful retreat from the modern world. It's a comfortable visit with friends -- if your friends were incredibly gracious NM ranchers from the early 20th Century! We stayed for the second time last Sunday evening after nearly 17 years since we were last there and it felt like we'd been there all along.|Each charming, well-appointed room is unique. The Nairn Room is enormous and, with a sofa bed, accommodated my need for a separate place to sleep because of an aggravating nighttime cough. (Admittedly, sharing the large king bed would have been much more comfortable!)|Guests are invited to make themselves at home throughout, including in a well-stocked kitchenette and refrigerator. The living room and library also are very comfortable and decorated in classic NM style.|We enjoyed seeing the prairie dogs, deer, and antelope in Philmont's pasture in front of Casa del Gavilan.|If you're going to be in northeastern NM and need a place to stay where you'll feel truly welcome and relaxed, reserve a room at Casa del Gavilan!

A tranquil get-away surrounded by mountains. This bed & breakfast was so clean and beautifully decorated with a cozy library and huge fireplace in living room. The breakfast was delicious, and the staff were so kind and welcoming. We will be back!

We had a lovely stay visiting our son who is working at Philmont this summer. It was a wonderful combination of solitude and friendliness of the staff and other visitors. Kimberley hit the perfect amount of helpfulness and care, it was truly appreciated. If we are back to visit near Philmont, we will return again.

The Inn is wonderful and in a beautiful location. I love watching sunrise and sunset from the Inn. It is a national historic landmark and each room is unique and wonderful. The staff is super friendly and the breakfast wonderful. This was our second visit and we will return again.

This place is heaven in earth. Very quiet and calm. The courtyard is an oasis with fountains and lovingly tended plants. I could do yoga here for hours. Charming hummingbird feeders feed a busy flock of birds while a fountain burbles in a ivy covered courtyard. The hosts are beyond accommodating: from weird dietary needs ( gluten and dairy free) to helping us with an unexpected car problem, to providing ample ice and great company, Dave and Amy and Debbie were amazing...the rooms were classic old school turn of the century elegance. Wildlife abounds, the library is cozy and welcoming... I could spend my life here. You could write a novel, take a nap... it's heaven on earth. We try to come every year and it's always full of charm And character and welcome!

Fantastic getaway spot for a short or long stay. Beautiful views on a historic and peaceful setting. Innkeeper ( Jan) was great and went out of her way to make sure my own and others' stay was enjoyed. PS. Wake up early for excellent sunrises on the front patio and of course enjoy coffee on the adirondack seating outback overlooking Tooth of Time Ridge.

This little B&B is well off the beaten path, and that's part of its charm. It was built in the 1920s as a western vacation home for a millionaire and his guests. All the period details have been preserved, so stepping through the front door is like stepping back in time. Everywhere you look there are western paintings and bronze sculptures. My favorite is the stagecoach with six horses fording a river. The courtyard is a lush garden with fountains and hummingbirds. It's the perfect place for meditation, yoga, or a quiet cup of coffee. In the morning and evening you can step outside to find deer and antelope grazing under the majestic Tooth of Time. If you want to experience mountain scenery and western history, then this is the place for you.

This house was built over 100 years ago for Jack and Gertrude Nairn in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains near Cimarron. It provided hospitality to the many artists who were the couples' friends - and continues to do so for modern day travelers. Having travelled throughout the world, I understand that finding a true hidden gem is rare. This is one of them. The beauty of the landscape fills your spirit - the traditional adobe home feels warm and welcoming. Breakfast is always delicious - and the Inn will now be open throughout the year, allowing guests to experience the full range of seasons. I was lucky enough to have stayed here twice - once almost 20 years ago, and once more recently. Both times were magical. Truly - for those traveling with the spirit of wonderment - or those who hope to find it - the Casa del Gavilan will be worth the few extra miles you might travel to discover it.

Service and hospitality were excellent! And the added benefit is the absolutely unique location -- one of a kind adobe home on the National Registry of Historic Places. It is truly a gem hidden in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo mountains. Thanks very much for a wonderful experience!

Overpriced. Service was poor. View from room obscured by brush.