🦌 The Elk Chateau | Luxury Mountain Lodge for 18 🏔️

Welcome to The Elk Chateau — Cloudcroft’s Premier Luxury Mountain Lodge!
Just 13 minutes from downtown Cloudcroft, this 4,000 sq ft retreat sits on 4 private acres overlooking Russian Canyon. Designed for families and groups, it comfortably sleeps up to 18 guests in style and serenity.

Gather in the great room by the wood-burning stove, cook in the chef’s kitchen, or catch a movie in the 77” LG OLED Theater with Sonos Surround Sound.
Challenge friends in the vintage arcade or relax on the brand-new Trex deck with a Pit Boss Pro 1600 Pellet Grill, Adirondack chairs, and daily visits from elk and deer.

Every bedroom features memory foam beds, luxury linens, and Turkish cotton towels. You’ll also enjoy 1 Gig Wi-Fi, a whole-home water filtration system, and instant hot water — ideal for larger groups.


✨ The Space
• 🛏️ Sleeps 15 in beds (up to 18 total with couches & air mattress)
• 👑 3 King Suites (2 ensuite) + Bunk Room for 6 + Twin-over-Full Bunk
• 🎬 Movie Theater Room w/ 77” OLED + 5.1 Sonos Surround
• 🕹️ Arcade Room: Basketball, Ms. Pac-Man, Mortal Kombat, TMNT
• 🎲 Loft with foosball, board games, and reading nook
• 🍳 Fully stocked kitchen: waffle maker, blender, crockpot, and local coffee
• 🔥 Pit Boss Pro 1600 Pellet Grill (BYO pellets)
• 🌄 Outdoor firewood stove + new Trex deck with mountain views
• 💻 1 Gig high-speed internet for streaming or remote work
• 🌲 4 private acres with regular wildlife sightings


💫 The Experience

Mornings start with coffee on the deck as the fog lifts through the pines.
Afternoons bring friendly arcade battles, foosball tournaments, or trail hikes nearby.
Evenings end with family movies or stargazing under the mountain sky.

You’ll have direct contact with us — the owners — for quick help and personal recommendations. We’re not a property manager; we’re a family who loves hosting families.


📍 Location

Nestled in the quiet Waterfall neighborhood, The Elk Chateau offers peace and privacy just 13 minutes from downtown Cloudcroft — close to shops, hiking trails, and ski areas.

❄️ Winter note: 4WD and snow tires recommended during snow season.

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🛠️ Good to Know
• Gravel driveway with a sharp turn at the top — large SUVs may need a multi-point turn.
• No trailers due to the narrow approach and culvert protection.
• No smoking or vaping.
• High chair, Pack-N-Play, and kids’ dishware provided.
• Check-in: 4 PM | Check-out: 10 AM

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💬 Why Guests Love It

“The views are unreal, the beds are heaven, and the theater was a hit for everyone. It’s like having a private resort in the woods.”