Tres Cuerdas Lodge and Ranch
16 Arellano Road : Amalia, NM 87512
Taos County, New Mexico
Ranch Description
About a mile south of Colorado border, in Northern NM, is the incredible and extremely unique +/-70 acre historic, turnkey, 6B/3B lodge that has been completely renovated, provides income via short term rentals with 5-star ratings and hosts numerous hunting groups throughout the fall. The ranch is so incredibly well managed that the NM Dept. of Fish & Game awarded the ranch 5 landowner elk tags and over-the-counter landowner deer tags for 2025.
Land
The TC Lodge, located in Taos County, New Mexico dovetails into and backs up to the +/-80,000 acre Rio Castillo Cooperative Livestock Association Rccla that was established in 1942 pledging to continually promote the proper and thorough management of deer, elk and other wildlife and their habitat. Located in GMU 55, the +/-80,000 acre Rccla is part of a trio of jewels that includes Vermejo Park and Valle Vidal.
The Spring-fed Creek and Land
Just above the Lodge is a spring-fed creek that runs year-round, supplies the lodge and nourishes the amazing 3/4 mile stand of aspens across the ranch. Hidden on the other side of the creek is your very own +/-40 acre food plot of native grasses complete with a custom shooting tower. Bordered on 3 sides by the +/- 80,000 acres of the Rccla, it's beyond private and creates your very own sanctuary within a ranch.
Improvements
Tres Cuerdas Lodge Three Cords Lodge
Originally built for the purpose of hosting the hunting parties for the Rccla, the Lodge and +/-70 acres were purchased by a Colorado physician less than a decade ago who meticulously renovated, remodeled and modernized the +/-3800 sq. ft.TC Lodge into the legacy of history that it is today. John Chisum's front porch has nothing on the TC Lodge, whose full length front porch offers today's family and friends recreational memories for generations to come. The fireplace, at least 10 ft. wide, is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, and the handmade table can seat 12 comfortably. The ranch has 6-bedrooms with 13 beds and 3-bathrooms. A semi-commercial kitchen has provided incredible meals for too many to count. Complementing the headquarters is a loafing shed, metal building and big game cleaning rack with winches.
Recreation
Recreation
Hunting - The TC Lodge's 5 landowner elk tags 3 either sex, 2 cow tags are a result of the owner's meticulous land management in combination with incredible trio of world renowned and managed ranch lands adjacent to, and nearby, the +/-70 acres of the TC Lodge. Not sure how one compares neighbors such as the +/-80,000 acres of the Rio Costello Park, the +/-101,000 acres of Valle Vidal and the +/-558,000 acres of the Vermejo Park Ranch, but needless to say, TC Lodge is in very good company.
Bull elk to 300+ annually, landowner mule deer tags over-the-counter, bear, turkey and grouse.
Fishing - For $20 a day one can fish the adjacent Rio Costilla Park, including their private lakes and the gorgeous Costilla Creek. Nearby, Alpine lakes are stocked with brook and native cutthroat's.
Skiing - Double Black Diamond runs at Taos Ski Mountain 50 min., Red River and Angel Fire for Beginner and Intermediate runs 40-60 min.
Kayaking and Rafting - Rio Grand Gorge 50 min. Atv's, Utv's and Four-wheeling Trails 40 min.
Hiking - Rio Costilla Park extensive trail system 10 min. General Operations
Rental Income and Cash Flow Potential
TC Lodge's original purpose was to house the Rccla guests for fishing and hunting excursions and it is still utilized for that purpose as well. In addition, there are several income sources
Vacation Rental - Successful Short Term Rental on Vrbo 2280552 and airbnb with strong 5-star guest reviews and peak season bookings for families, retreats, and hunting groups.
Group Retreats & Events - Popular for family reunions, corporate retreats, weddings and wellness events with space for large gatherings and modern amenities.
Hunting Lodging - Reliable & consistent seasonal income from outfitters booking during hunting season. TC Lodge is considered the premiere outfitters base camp for guiding on the numerous private ranches in the area, including Rccla.
Turn Key Operation - Fully renovated and furnished, all the way down to quality linens and towels, TC Lodge is ready for immediate rental or personal use, including local services for housecleaning, maintenance and caretaking.
History
It is rare that one can find affordable smaller properties such as Tres Cuerdas Lodge and Ranch that offer today's discriminating land investor so many turnkey options.
Call or email today for more information and your qualified showing while this incomparable opportunity is still available.
Co brokers welcome.
Location
The ranch is located about a mile south of the Colorado border, in Northern New Mexico and is 2 hours 45 minutes to Colorado Springs, 115 miles to Santa Fe, 55 miles to Taos and 38 miles to Red River.
Directions to Ranch
From Taos, 44 miles N on 522, Right at Conoco Station, go 6 miles, turn left at cemetery, follow road pas old Sawmill, Right on Arellano Rd., right just past volunteer fire department.
Home Details
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