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Private RV Site with Personal Observatory Access

Animas accommodation with free WiFi

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Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Animas, NM
  • Place, Chiricahua Desert Museum
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Chiricahua Gallery
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Geronimo Surrender Monument
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Animas

In Animas .You'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Chiricahua Desert Museum and 12 miles (20 km) of Chiricahua Gallery. Myrtle Kraft Library is within 20 miles (32 km) and Geronimo Surrender Monument is within 32 miles (40 km).
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What's nearby

  • Chiricahua Desert Museum - 13 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Chiricahua Gallery - 17 min drive - 13.5 miles
  • Geronimo Surrender Monument - 28 min drive - 27.1 miles
  • Myrtle Kraft Library - 29 min drive - 19.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Sky Island Grill & Grocery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lunch - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Private RV Site with Personal Observatory Access

Come and camp under the stars at our property, where you can use our observatory to marvel at the night skies. Bring your telescope and set it up in the observatory, conveniently located just steps away from our spacious RV site, which can accommodate campers of all sizes and comes equipped with both 30 and 50 AMP plug-ins, water and RV dump station.

Please be aware that campers must be self-contained, as there are no bathrooms, laundry facilities, or picnic tables available. Additionally, we do not permit fires due to the dry conditions in southwestern New Mexico.

If you're interested in staying with us, we have 1 full hook-up site currently available.


2 Night Minimum Stay

Sleeps 2

Nightly $32 + tax

Weekly $160 + tax


Amenities:

√ 30 / 50 AMP plug-ins

√ Well water

√ Septic tank sewer

√ Wireless WiFI

√ Satellite friendly

√ Use of Observatory

Hoses Needed:

√ A 75 foot water hose recommended.

√ A 30 foot sewer hose recommended.



🔭 Observatory for Guest Use:

Attention astronomers! If you're looking for a prime location to set up your telescope and mount, look no further than our observatory located just a few steps away from the RV site.

Our observatory is spacious enough to accommodate two telescopes, making it ideal for visual observation or astrophotography. Furthermore, the low light pollution in the area ensures that you'll have a crystal-clear view of the night sky.

Valley Vista Getaway boasts some of the darkest Bortle 1 skies in the country, making it the perfect destination for stargazing enthusiasts.

Our observatory is equipped with:

√ 10' x 12' roll-off roof

√ Sturdy concrete floor

√ Electricity

√ WiFi

√ Monitor to plug into

√ Wind guards to increase the height of the walls
if necessary

√ Corner shelf to hold your computer or eyepieces

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking is not allowed in the observatory.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Property does not allow children
  • Some LED lighting used

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pets not allowed in the observatory.

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is not allowed in the observatory.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Private RV Site w/ Observatory Access
Private RV Site w/ Observatory Access Stargazing
Private RV Site w/ Observatory Access Dark Skies
Private RV Site w/ observatory access - dark skies Animas
Private RV Site w/ observatory access - dark skies Campsite

Frequently asked questions

Does Private RV Site with Personal Observatory Access have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this campground.

Does Private RV Site with Personal Observatory Access offer free breakfast?

This campground does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Private RV Site with Personal Observatory Access?

No, there is no casino at this campground.

What time is check-in at Private RV Site with Personal Observatory Access?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Private RV Site with Personal Observatory Access?

Free parking is not available at this campground.

Does Private RV Site with Personal Observatory Access have a pool?

This campground does not have a pool.

Does Private RV Site with Personal Observatory Access have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this campground.

How close is Private RV Site with Personal Observatory Access to downtown Animas?

This campground is 10.2 mi away from Animas.