|
An historic Bed and Breakfast
Located on the famous Santa Fe Trail...
In the National Register,
the Inn of the Turquoise Bear was the home of poet and essayist Witter
Bynner, when it hosted a myriad of celebrities including Edna St.
Vincent Millay, Robert Frost, Ansel Adams, Rita Hayworth, Errol Flynn
and Georgia O'Keeffe. The walled acre of grounds includes flagstone
paths, wild roses, lilacs, rock terraces and stone benches and
fountains. In a Southwest decor, there are kiva fireplaces and romantic
courtyards.
The Shaman room has a king bed, viga
beams and a picture window with garden views. Guests are invited to
enjoy wine and cheese in the afternoon. Museums, galleries, restaurants
and shops are within walking distance. Among its accolades, the inn was
the recipient of the Heritage Preservation Award from the city of Santa
Fe in 1999, and from the state of New Mexico in 2000.
This property has been featured in
Santa Fean, Hidden New Mexico, Our World, New Mexico Magazine, selected
by Sunset Magazine as one of the West's Best Inns, Out Magazine-as one
of the 5 best B&B's in the USA and Southern Living.
Cancellation Policy: Must cancel more than 14 days prior to
arrival for refund, less a $20 processing fee.
How to Find Us:
From Albuquerque:
From the airport, take I-25 north to Santa Fe, 55 miles. Take exit 284,
Old Pecos Trail and SH 466. At the stop sign, turn left. Then travel 1.5
miles and turn right at the 3rd signal onto Old Pecos Trail. Continue on
Old Pecos Trail for 1.2 miles, through two
signals. Old Pecos Trail becomes Old Santa Fe Trail 4/10 mile after the
second signal (Cordova Rd.). Turn left on E. Buena Vista Street 1/10
mile past the junction of Old Pecos Trail and Old Santa Fe Trail. Turn
left immediately into the first driveway.
From Denver:
Head south CO on I-25 and take exit 284. Turn right and go 1.3 miles,
turning right at the 3rd signal. This puts you on Old Pecos Trail. Then
follow the Albuquerque directions given above.
From Taos:
Head south NM on US-285 and take the St. Francis exit into Santa Fe. At
1.3 miles turn left at the 5th signal onto Paseo de Peralta. Go 1 mile
to Old Santa Fe Trail (the 5th signal) and turn right. Proceed to E.
Buena Vista, 2/10 of a mile, and turn right. Turn left
immediately into the first driveway.
|
