Summary:
Historic Carriage House

This charming historic home, originally built as the carriage house for the main residence, dates back to just before the turn of the century. As one of the early structures in Raton, it holds a special place in the town’s history.

At that time, the town was known as "Willow Springs," a name that evokes its rich past and connection to the early days of Raton. Today, the home stands as a beautifully preserved piece of history, offering a cozy and unique stay that blends timeless character with modern comfort.

Due to the age of the structure, the floors creak with an antique charm and are not perfectly level. Rather than being a drawback, this adds to the home's personality, telling a story of its survival through the years. It’s truly amazing that this historic gem has not only endured but is now ready for you to enjoy!



The Space:
The Carriage house is a quaint little brick cottage built in the late 1800’s. It has been thoroughly renovated with updated appliances, furniture and finishes. Thoughtfully updated to maintain its historic charm and add modern amenities. We've added fiber-optic wifi, mini split heat, and air, recessed LED lighting, a 5-burner gas range with oven, flat screen smart TV, and lots of original art!

It is still an old home! It squeaks, makes noises, doesn’t have perfectly plumb and level walls or floors. It’s small, it is also pretty amazing that it is still liveable 140 years after it was built.

Guest Interaction:
Please reach out with any questions! Txt is the best.  We live on a ranch 40 miles away and are generally not around during stays. Service in this part of the world can be spotty at times. Please be patient with us, we will respond as quickly as possible.

Access:
You will have private access to the entire 2 level home. There is a large grass yard that you are welcome to use and hang out in as well as a private patio with table and chairs for 4. We recently added a Blackstone flat top barbq grill that is also available for guest use!

Neighborhood:
If you want coffee, just down the road is Sage coffee, (great coffee clean updated space) or for a more historic spot head to 111 Park. Neat little shop with lots of history.  

If you're wanting some recreational fun-times, Climax Canyon Park is our Nationally awarded trail right in town!  (801 Apache Ave) To get there, take 2nd street to Apache Ave, Apache will dead-end into the parking lot/trailhead.  After you park your vehicle, walk through the gates to get to the actual trailhead.  The short loop is 1.5 mile, or you can do both loops fro a 3 mile easy-moderate hike.  Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome.

Another recreational opportunity is Sugarite Canyon State Park - there's a small day-use fee for motorized vehicles, and camping.   Lake Maloya allows boating/kayaking/fishing and day-use.  The trail system offers beautiful views, streams, and remote hiking opportunities.  A fishing license is required if you're wanting to fish.  You can purchase this at Super Save Grocery Store at 1271 2nd st.

Super Save is THE grocery store in town.  Open until 9pm - 7days a week. 

Want Pizza, wings, salad, beer & wine?  Check out Bruno's Pizza and Wings at 133 Cook ave.  (Closed on Tuesdays, but otherwise generally open until 8pm- 9pm on weekends).

Colfax Ale Cellar (Brewery: wine and beer): 215 S. 2nd.  (Closed Monday, 2-7pm on Sundays, Tues-Thurs 5-9, Friday 5-10pm, & Saturday 2-10pm).  They don't serve food (other than snacks), but you can order from Brunos and they'll deliver to the brewery for free.

Want Mexican food?  Visit Casa Lemus at 350 Clayton Road (generally open until 9pm - sometimes 10pm on weekends).

Want a full bar/tv's, or a place to take the family for dinner?  Check out Mulligans Restaurant at 473 Clayton Road.  They have a big menu with lots of options (Generally open until 9pm).

Movies: El Raton Theatre (115 N. 2nd) or Shuler Theatre (131 N. 2nd).  Generally showing only Thursday- Sunday.  Visit the El Raton website for info for both Theaters.

Transit:
No über or Lyft available in town... yet. Fingers crossed that we get a driver or two in the near future! We do have door dash, if you prefer to stay in. It's a small town and easily walkable to the main historic 1st street. The Amtrak station is only a few blocks away and easily walkable as well. 

Additional Notes:

Amazing historic 1800s Carriage House!

Summary:
The Casita is a cozy one bedroom upstairs apartment. The decor is an eclectic southwestern style and is set up perfectly for cozy stays!
The bedroom has a super comfy memory foam queen size bed. The living room also has a small futon sofa. It works well for the kiddos but it’s not a great size for adults.  If you have a larger group and need more space please consider booking the "carriage house" or the “Second story” Both are right next door and are beautiful, updated historic homes!

The Space:
The Casita includes a full kitchen, with coffee! A full bath with tub, smart TV for streaming all your shows, smoking fast fiber optic WiFi and a futon for a little more sleeping room. There is also a beautiful grassy, shaded yard. It is a common space for our Airbnb guests. It is. Shared with the “Carriage House” and the “Second Story” we have plenty of off street parking and can typically accommodate even trucks with trailers. (Please check with us if you have a larger rig)

Guest Interaction:
One of the hosts is almost always available to answer questions via Airbnb message or text!
We live 35 miles east of town on a ranch. We are not typically around the air bnbs when guests arrive (I wish we were!) but please feel free to reach out with any questions.

Access:
There is off street parking directly in front of the listing. It is shared with our other listings on the same property.

Neighborhood:
We’re right off 2nd Street which is the main drag through Raton. The closest eating options include the Icehouse (bbq with a patio and bar), Bruno’s (pizza, wings, salad), Enchanted Grounds (coffee and sandwiches), La Cocina (Mexican) and the local brewery Colfax Ale Cellar

Transit:
Raton is a small town so walking is safe but parking is easy and plentiful so driving is fine too

Additional Notes:
The stairs are rather steep, please be careful! F
Dumpsters are behind house in alley if they’re needed and they are bear proof so you have to squeeze the handle awkwardly and then hoist the heavy lid… sorry ~
Feel free to wander around the beautiful yards! The Casita does have its own little patio and chairs just at at the bottom of the stairs.

Sunny Southwest Casita!

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