A Look Around
Apartment-style units with mid-century-modern interiors, hickory cabinetry, full kitchens, and open-plan living areas.
Apartment-Style, Walkable, and New
Osha Trail Lodging is a small apartment-style short-term rental complex on Mexican Avenue in central Cloudcroft. It is not a hotel. It is a multi-unit complex of entire rental apartments booked through Airbnb, with mid-century-modern interiors, full-sized kitchens, new appliances, and a host (Homee LLC) flagged as a Superhost on the platform.
The strongest selling point is location. The property sits a short walk from Burro Avenue shops, restaurants, the local brewery, and forest trailheads. Airbnb describes Unit 1 as “steps from Burro Street in downtown Cloudcroft.”
If you want apartment space, a kitchen, and self check-in close to town, Osha Trail Lodging is one of the strongest options in the village. If you want front-desk service, daily housekeeping, or direct phone booking, it is not the right fit.
The Units
Public Airbnb listings show four units. Each is an entire apartment, not a single hotel room. Layouts and capacity vary; verify the specific unit before booking.
| Unit | Bedrooms / Baths | Sleeps | Notable details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | 2 BR / 2 BA · two queens | 4 | Mountain view; dedicated workspace; self check-in by keypad; fast Wi-Fi (95 Mbps); shared deck and laundry |
| Unit 3 | 2 BR / 2 BA · two-story | — | Full kitchen, balcony, seating area, dining area |
| Unit 4 | 1 BR / 2 BA · ensuite | — | Full kitchen, living/dining area, convertible full-size sofa bed, balcony |
| Unit 5 | 2 BR / 2 BA | 4 | Dedicated workspace; self check-in by keypad; guest-favorite rating |
Verify the specific unit before booking. Layouts, beds, and amenities differ unit to unit. Confirm your unit’s capacity, parking, stairs, and pet status on the Airbnb listing before you commit.
What You Get
Full apartment use, not just a room. Verified from current Airbnb listings.
Full Kitchen
Every listed unit has a full kitchen with new appliances. Cook in, save on dining, and use the apartment as a real basecamp.
- Stainless refrigerator and gas range
- Microwave and coffee maker
- Hickory cabinetry, mid-century-modern style
- Open-plan kitchen / living / dining
Connectivity & Workspace
Wi-Fi in every unit. Unit 1 lists fast Wi-Fi at 95 Mbps. Units 1 and 5 list dedicated workspaces.
- Free Wi-Fi (Unit 1: 95 Mbps)
- Dedicated workspaces in Units 1 & 5
- Mountain view in Unit 1
- Wall-mounted TV in living areas
Arrival & On-Site
Self check-in by keypad on Units 1 and 5. Free parking on premises (limited; do not block road access). More free parking is a few minutes’ walk away on Burro Ave.
- Self check-in by keypad (Units 1 & 5)
- Free on-site parking
- Shared guest laundry (Unit 1)
- Balconies in Units 3 & 4
Who Should Book Osha Trail Lodging
A short-term rental for travelers who want apartment space, a kitchen, and walkable village access — not full hotel services.
Best For
- Visitors who want to walk to Burro Avenue
- Couples or small families who want apartment-style space
- Guests who want a full kitchen instead of a hotel room
- Hikers and casual outdoor visitors who want quick access to town and trailheads
- Travelers comfortable with self check-in
- Dog owners who accept the per-pet fee and the no-cat policy
Consider Alternatives If…
- You want a front desk, room service, or daily housekeeping
- You need direct phone booking instead of Airbnb
- You dislike strict no-refund cancellation rules
- You travel with cats — they’re not allowed
- You need abundant on-site parking for a large vehicle or trailer
- You prefer to avoid a building that has a cannabis dispensary in a separate lower section of the complex
What Guests Say
What Works
Recurring positives across Airbnb review summaries: location and walkability, cleanliness, comfort, communication with the host, accuracy of listings, and the mountain view from Unit 1. Unit 1 scores 5.0 for cleanliness, accuracy, check-in, and communication. Unit 5 is also a guest favorite at 5.0 / 5 across 17 reviews.
Common Cautions
Strict cancellation policy on at least Units 1 and 4 — host does not issue refunds for cancellations and recommends Airbnb travel insurance. On-site parking is limited; guests are asked not to block road access. The complex includes a cannabis dispensary in a separate lower section; Airbnb notes it is quiet and discreet, with no smoking allowed on premises.
The Pattern
Guests who understand they are booking a self-managed short-term rental tend to like Osha Trail Lodging a lot. Guests expecting hotel-style flexibility are more likely to be mismatched. Set Airbnb expectations, not hotel expectations.
Steps from Burro Avenue
Central Cloudcroft on Mexican Avenue. Quiet block, walking distance to shops, restaurants, and trailheads.
Walking Distance
Burro Avenue shops, restaurants, and the local brewery are a short walk. Cloudcroft Brewing is the nearest bar; Burro Street Trading Post and the boutique shopping core are minutes away.
Trailheads
Lincoln National Forest trailheads are within easy walking and short driving distance. Osha Trail itself is among the village’s named trail networks.
Day Trips
White Sands National Park — 35 miles west, a worthwhile day trip from the mountain. Sacramento Mountains scenery on the drive each direction.
Address
102 Mexican Ave, Cloudcroft, NM 88317. Elevation 8,676 ft. Real-estate listings identify this address; verify with the host before publishing or relying on it for permitted access.
The Details
From current Airbnb listings, especially Unit 1.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in after 3:00 PM. Check-out by 11:00 AM. Self check-in by keypad on Units 1 and 5.
Pets
Up to 2 dogs per booking, $100 per pet fee. No cats.
Cancellation
Strict on at least Units 1 and 4. The host does not issue refunds; Airbnb travel insurance is recommended.
Parking & Smoking
Free on premises (limited). No smoking allowed on premises.
Apartment-Style Lodging in the Heart of Cloudcroft
Multiple Airbnb units, full kitchens, mid-century-modern interiors, and a short walk to Burro Avenue. Book direct on Airbnb with the host, Homee LLC.