Title: Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=84565496&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition! ## Photo gallery for Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition! ![Terrace/patio - Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition! (Mule Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84570000/84565500/84565496/f2a67efd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books - Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition! (Mule Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84570000/84565500/84565496/7bfe80b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition! (Mule Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84570000/84565500/84565496/53540a86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition! (Mule Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84570000/84565500/84565496/14f41ec9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition! (Mule Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84570000/84565500/84565496/3b8b1c41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Tucked into the trees, these two small houses offer a tranquil retreat for families or small groups. Enjoy beautiful views and explore almost 3 miles of private trails, or venture to nearby Gila National Forest just 2 miles away. Take advantage of the fully furnished house with a well-equipped kitchen and great sitting porch. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### 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!. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Phone ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Hiking/biking trails 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) ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83420000/83411700/83411641/9160c991.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Up Country Ranch House down a quiet lane Mule Creek - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 38 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-24&endDate=2026-02-25&selected=83411641&PinnedHotelID=83411641&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/66000000/65997600/65997501/d2669b94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### #7 Casita Amore at the Catwalk, Secluded Cabin for Two Catron County - Kitchen - 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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 ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 23 kg per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 ## About the area [Visit our North America travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/North-America.dx500001) [View more Holiday homes in North America](https://www.expedia.co.uk/North-America-Private-Holiday-Homes.d500001-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=33.129627,-108.95009&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:gofiE%60i%7EwS%3FQ%3FS%3FQ%40S%3FQ%40S%40Q%40Q%40QBQ%40Q%40SBQBQBQBQBQDQBQDQDOBSDODOFQDOFQFODOFQFMFQFMHOFOHOFMHOHMHMHOHMJKHMJMHKJMJKHKLKHMLIJKJIJKLIJILKLGLILGJILILELINGLGLELENGLELENELCNENCLENALCNCNANCLANANANANAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40L%40N%40N%40NBN%40LBNBL%40NDNBLDNBLDNDLDLFNDLDLFLFNHJDLHLHLFLHJFLJLHJHLJJHJJJHJLJJJJJJJLHLJJHLHJHLJNHLHLFNHLFNHNFNFLHPFLFPDNFNDPFNDPDNDNDRDNBPDPBPDP%40PBPBPBPBR%40P%40PBP%40P%3FP%40R%40P%3FR%40P%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FRAP%3FPAPAR%3FPARCPAPAPCPCPCPCRAPEPCNERCPENEPEPENENGPENGPENGNGNINGNGNINGNILGLINILKLILILILKJILKLKJKJKJKJKHKLKHMHKJMHMHKHMFMHMHMFKFOHMDMFMDOFMDMDODMDODMDOBOBMBOBMBO%40OBO%3FOBM%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%40OAM%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAOCM%3FOCOAOCMCOCMCOCOEMEOEMEMEOEMGMEMGOEMIMGMGKIMIMGMIMIKIMKKIKIKMMIIKMKIKKKKMIKKMIMKMIMIMIMIOIMGMIOGOIOGOGOGOGOEOGQGOEQGOEOEQCQEOEQCSEOCQCQCSCQCQAQAQCQAQASAQAS%3FQAQ%3FQ%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=l4u87LwRPj_W5C9hmaBezf6ZP7E=) Mule Creek, NM ### What's nearby - ![Bill Evans Lake shore in New Mexico near Silver City.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/875876773219569664/66a364f3-9aa9-4c4e-8815-4200d23fae3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bill Evans Lake 47 min drive \- 45.2 miles - San Francisco Hot Springs 30 min drive \- 27.6 miles - Glenwood Community Center Library 34 min drive \- 32.5 miles - Riverside Park 55 min drive \- 41.9 miles - Morenci Library 58 min drive \- 44.1 miles ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition!? ### What time is check-in at Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition!? ### What time is check-out at Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition!? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Base Camp for Your Southwest Expedition! Reviews ## Reviews ### 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 24 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary P. 16 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic stay! Magical property and a fantastic host! Wonderful for families and has everything you need :) ##### Mary P. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erek S. 22 Mar 2025 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! ##### Erek S. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marlon H. 9 Feb 2025 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. ##### Marlon H. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JODIE C. 27 Mar 2024 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. ##### JODIE C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Garrison G. 13 Jan 2025 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. ##### Garrison G. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo Anna & Mark W. 24 Sept 2023 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. ##### Jo Anna & Mark W. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natasha C. 17 Mar 2025 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. ##### Natasha C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda W. 7 Dec 2023 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. ##### Amanda W. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wyatt Y. 2 Nov 2023 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! ##### Wyatt Y. Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron E. 20 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Awesome! ##### Aaron E. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 16 Nov 2023 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jt B. 12 Nov 2024 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. ##### Jt B. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer W. 22 May 2023 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! ##### Jennifer W. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elva 2 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Quiet unique experience. ##### Elva Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marlon H. 12 Feb 2023 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. ##### Marlon H. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucy Y. 28 Nov 2022 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. ##### Lucy Y. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Whit E. 10 Nov 2022 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! ##### Whit E. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 16 May 2023 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! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in May 2023 ---