Cold Nights, Clear Skies - Mountain Escape

Bundle up and embrace the chill of mountain winter. The air is fresh, the stars are dazzling, and the stillness of the season invites rest and reflection. Your tent offers simple comfort and a front-row seat to the beauty of nature — cold nights, quiet mornings, and unforgettable skies.

Tucked away in the heart of New Mexico’s Manzano Mountains, the Pinetop Glamping Tent at Manzano Mountain Retreat combines rustic adventure with modern comfort. Spread across 140 acres of orchards, meadows, and shady pines, our retreat invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with what matters most.

Your tent offers the charm of camping with the ease of a cozy hideaway. Thoughtfully furnished with a plush king bed, fresh linens, heating, AC, and electrical outlets, it’s the perfect place to rest under star-filled skies without giving up modern comforts. Step outside each morning to crisp mountain air, birdsong, and the scent of Ponderosa pines — a refreshing change of pace from the busy world.

What’s Included:

- King bed with linens, duvet & pillows
- Air conditioning & heating for all-season comfort
- Mini-fridge & coffee machine
- Power outlets & interior lighting
- Fresh towels for every guest
- Outdoor seating to relax and enjoy the views

Life here follows the rhythm of the land. Families love meeting our miniature donkeys, Highland cows, ponies, and peacocks, while couples find quiet corners in the orchards or along forest trails. Adventurers head into the Cibola National Forest or visit the historic Quarai Ruins, while others prefer lazy afternoons by the pool or evenings by the firepit.

Food is part of the experience. On weekends, join us for a hearty breakfast buffet; weekdays bring fresh, made-to-order meals. Our Mercantile shop is open daily for snacks, drinks, and local goods. Each fall, the orchards come alive with cider pressing, harvest traditions, and our famous donuts.

Guests tell us they arrive carrying the weight of daily routines and leave feeling lighter, more connected, and full of lasting memories. Whether you’re here for a romantic weekend, a family adventure, or a solo retreat, you’ll find that the welcome is genuine, the pace is unhurried, and the mountains seem to wrap you in their calm.

What Guests Love Here:

- Heritage apple orchard & seasonal cider events
- Friendly farm animals on site
- Trails, meadows, stargazing & mountain air
- Onsite dining, Mercantile & weekend breakfast buffets
- Seasonal pool, fitness center & sports courts
- Year-round beauty: summer shade, fall colors, winter snow & spring blossoms

Cold Nights, Clear Skies - Mountain Escape offers its guests a sauna and a fitness centre.

This Torreon cabin is smoke free.