Casa Kachina

The Casa Kachina is a charming casita near the famous Turquois Trail in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

This detached dwelling is on private property behind the host’s home. It is a rather remote location with plenty of parking and incredible terrain. The entrance is marked with delightful adobe artist’s gate followed by a flagstone paved garden and walkway.

The front porch offers a protected seating area.

Inside is quite spacious with a functional kitchen, comfortable dining and sitting area, and a cozy bedroom.

The bedroom windows provide views of the majestic San Marcos plateau.

There is even an opportunity to purchase handmade tiles similar to those in the casita.

A rugged walking trail extends behind the Casa Kachina offering guests the opportunity to more fully engage with the local land.

At the end of the walking trail, guests can enjoy a labyrinth.

Guests staying at the Casa Kachina should definitely check out the artsy town of Madrid.  It is less than 10 minutes away and well worth the drive. Great food, unique shopping, and fantastic people!

“When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be.”  Lao Tzu

Dome Retreat

Truth or Consequences is a small city in New Mexico of approximately 6400 people. This town agreed to change its name in 1950 from Hot Springs to Truth or Consequences in response to a radio contest held by a radio quiz show called Truth or Consequences. The radio show agreed to air its 10^th anniversary episode on site in whichever town formally changed its name to the name of the show first. Hot Springs won the contest and has been known as Truth or Consequences ever since.

There is a unique opportunity to stay in a dome house while visiting Truth or Consequences.

Inside the Dome, guests will find an open and practical layout, including a bed, dining area, and a stylish bathroom.

No cooking is permitted in the Dome, but there is an area to heat up leftovers and make a cup of coffee or tea.

Guest also have usage of the hot tub which is fed by a natural hot mineral spring.

This is truly a unique place to stay. In addition to the Dome, guests can also opt to stay in a bus on the premises. If both the Dome and the Bus are occupied simultaneously, guests alternate usage of the semi-private hot tub.

Other features of this relaxing property include a fire pit and a deck for gathering with friends or individual contemplation.

The property is located behind a stylish earthen wall for privacy. The result is a one-acre private retreat ideal for those who love nature.

“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.”  Albert Einstein

Gila Cliff Dwellings

The Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument rests just north of Silver City in New Mexico. National Park Rangers are available at the base of the mountain to answer questions and share information about the Gila Cliff Dwellings and how the region has changed over the years.

A pathway winds through a scenic route guiding visitors to the cave dwellings.

It is believed that water was much higher and thereby nearer to the cave openings thousands of years ago. Today the cave openings reside higher above the Gila River.

Many nomadic people used the caves near the Gila River for temporary shelter, but they were not used as more sustainable dwellings until the late 1200’s.

The Mogollon Culture called the Gila Cliff Dwellings home for about twenty years.

During this time period, several rooms were built in the dwellings.

A visit to the cliff dwellings today offers guests a glimpse into the past and an amazing view.

“We can easily forgive a child that is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy of life is when men are afraid of the light.”  Plato