- Lake Roberts
Casita on Sapillo Creek Escape
Hosted by Jennifer · Lake Roberts, New Mexico
4 guests max · 1 bed
What to expect
Cabin
4 guests max
Toilet available
Pets allowed
No campfires
Potable water available
Showers available
Cooking equipment present
Pack it out
Picnic table absent
No wifi
Things to know
Getting there
Check in: After 4:00 PM
Check out: Before 11:00 AM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy:
Minimum nights: 2 nights
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
2WD accessible
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Glamping Casita in the Gila
93%
(46)Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Reviews
91% Recommend64 ratings · 49 reviews
Nestled in a serene location, this casita offers a rustic escape with a cozy atmosphere that's perfect for those looking to unwind and explore nature. Guests appreciate the thoughtful accommodations, including a comfy bed and well-stocked amenities for a camping-like experience. While some found the lack of running water and the portable toilet challenging, the breathtaking night skies and proximity to hiking trails and hot springs offer a unique allure. The hosts are praised for their friendliness and helpfulness, making this a peaceful spot to disconnect from the hustle and bustle.
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Recommends
· August 2026
Everything was great, exactly as described, clean and comfortable. We had a great stay and would definitely recommend it!
Mixed feelings
· June 2026
Cute cabin
With pets
Cozy, quaint and unique. The only issue I had was the use of cooking appliances (microwave, etc.) which I did not use, as it would require placing them on the floor in order to plug them in. The power was off for most of a full day, not the fault of the owners, but the village. We left to find some relief from the heat. The cooler/fan in the cabin works pretty well.
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· June 2026
With pets
Very nice, quiet location. The hosts are very friendly and accommodating.
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· May 2026
Nice small casita in a beautiful are. Good base for hiking nearby or in the Gila Wilderness. Friendly host and easy communication.
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· March 2026
With pets
Really cute little casita. Bigger than I expected. Jennifer warned me that it was rustic and indeed it was. Comfortable bed, camping like cooking and washing capabilities. That is what I was looking for. The night sky was amazing as were all the hikes around. The hot springs are 30 mins away on a beautiful drive and well worth it. Daily.
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· December 2025
Safe & peaceful with my pup
With pets
A little slice of quiet rustic heaven in a very noisy world. Jennifer & Tommy were great hosts, very helpful & hospitable. The location was perfect for exploring The Gila Natl Forrest with my pup. We visited the Gila Cliff Dwellings Visitor Center & received his Bark Ranger badge, hiked on numerous dog friendly trails & soaked in the hot springs.
The Casita had everything we needed to stay comfortably & even though our trip was in mid December, we stayed toasty warm & cozy. I felt safe & very at peace here. The casita was very clean, as is the property & very dog friendly. We both slept better than we have in a while, coming from the city.
Lake Roberts is beautiful, with the casita so close. I look forward to another trip so I can bring my kayak & enjoy the mountain lake.
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· August 2025
Loved that it was simple, rustic, and off the grid. Beautiful scenery and hiking options. The instructions left by the host were super clear and helpful. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a quiet getaway nestled in nature :) the Gila is breathtaking!
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· May 2025
I had a nice, relaxing time during my stay at the Casita. Beautiful property in the Gila wilderness and the hosts were very gracious. I would definitely stay again
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· December 2023
Nice casita, but some problems
Cozy casita with plenty of space and comfy bed. Some folks may find the tiny pit toilet privy to be challenging. And be sure to double-check that you’ve received the correct code to unlock the key box. I was given the wrong code, and since there is no wireless service of any kind at the site, I had to drive back 25 minutes towards Silver City just so I could reach the host and get the correct code.
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· September 2023
With kids
We loved staying at this charming casita. It looks the photos and a perfect base for exploring Gila. Highly recommend
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· August 2023
The Glamping Casita is exactly as described and pictured. The directions to the property were perfect and very much needed as Google maps truly could not have gotten me there. Jennifer was incredibly helpful and the hiking recs (provided on a very helpful printed document when I got there) were awesome. The cooking equipment was also perfect and necessary as this is a remote spot. I had a wonderful time and got tons of writing, reading, thinking, and resting done...exactly as I'd hoped!
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· June 2023
Tent · With pets
Ms. Jennifer was up the drive and was gracious enough to guide us in :) She is super nice and accomadating.
She made us feel welcomed and not isolated - even though we were the only ones. The host also named Ms. Jennifer was super nice and very attentive! The site was enjoyable as well as the sound of the running creek:)
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· March 2023
With pets
the casita was well stocked with camping supplies and was very cozy.
the host was very friendly and had many fun hiking recommendations for the surrounding area
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· March 2023
The Casita was a great place to stay for a few nights! Jennifer is extremely helpful, and is on thr property if you need anything. The Casita is thoughtfully decorated and stocked with everything you need. She had the heater going for me when I got there so it was comfortable. The bed was very comfortable as well. Beautiful property with plenty to see. Drove around and did some hikes and site seeing near by. I did have some service out there. Portapotty was clean, a little out of my comfort zone, but what was advertiser. Pet friendly, my pup loved the property and Jennifer was a great host for him too! She warned me to watch for javelinas, as they have been known to attack dogs.
Mixed feelings
· March 2023
With pets
This could be a great experience with some changes. Very charming area but the Casita needs to be cleaned. The throw carpets were crunchy with bugs and stained. The outhouse needs a complete overall...not comfortable or large enough to close the door if you want privacy. I will stay elsewhere next time.
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· February 2023
The casita in the Gila was beautiful. I would visit again, but only on the condition that the weather was warmer. The space itself does not hold heat well as it is and requires a stronger electric heater or wood stove.
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· January 2023
Sweeet casita! Just as described. Hope to return again.
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· November 2022
Tent
Friendly host, clean and peaceful site. Fall is a great time - no bugs and reasonable nighttime temperatures as long as you have a sleeping bag rated 10 F. or better. I would time your visit to coincide with a new moon for best star-gazing. I was there during a full moon which made getting around at night easy, but next time I would time it differently.
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· October 2022
With kids
We spent two wonderful nights in the Gila and the casita was a cozy home base for exploring the area. Our host was warm and welcoming. The space is decorated with a creative eye and provided for our basic needs. The location is a bit of a drive from food or gas but the casita had plenty of cooking options. It was great to unplug and unwind in a beautiful natural setting.
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· September 2022
Casita glamping
We loved glamping at the Casita! Jennifer was very nice and informative. Everything is on the instructions and very detailed. I texted Jennifer a couple times and she messaged me back immediately even though it was my fault I didn’t read the instructions. The Casita is very roomy and has everything you need including stuff for cooking. It was perfect and the stars were amazing at night. Would definitely recommend!
Mixed feelings
· September 2022
Tent · Group trip
Overall, it was okay. The campsite was pretty and isolated. The warning ahead of time to print out the driving directions and avoid the twistier-road route was appreciated. The day trip to the Gila Indian Ruins was interesting.
The main problem was bugs. Even with insect repellent, I got about 20 mosquito bites.
Mixed feelings
· September 2022
Tent · With pets
The campsite was in a nice location near a creek and not too far from the parking area. However, the trail to the site was almost nonexistent as it had become completely overgrown. It wasn’t a huge problem and outside of monsoon season it’s probably no issue at all. Still for a paid campsite, it feels like someone could have spent the afternoon with a lawn mower to cut a reasonable trail and make the water pump accessible.
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· May 2022
Worth the drive to the destination!
We were in search of an isolated and refreshing location for a weekend getaway- and we got just what we were hoping for! Jennifer was an amazing and helpful host, and this was a wonderful spot to be with our horses and enjoy the beautiful Gila!
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· May 2022
The casita was lovely. It is ideally located to do hiking in Gila, and so nice to be able to go somewhere without cell coverage or wifi. There is space on the property to take in the sunset and stargaze. I had a wonderful time here. Thank you Jennifer!
Not recommend
· March 2022
Tent · Group trip
We were a bit discouraged about the campsite. It was overgrown and not well taking care of. The signs were busted and difficult to find. The owner also didn't mention the danger of the boars/pigs in the area since we had a dog with us. They only mentioned it after we showed up to the campsite. Also, the campsite was still a bit of a walk from the creek. It wasn't physically on the creek as advertised. I do hope the owners will take better care of the land for those who would like to camp comfortably even if it's tent camping, etc.
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· February 2022
Very cute spot with lots of room! Stayed here two nights in February ended up being a very cozy stay and had lots of basic items someone might need and ended up working out great for our trip! The only thing I want to give a heads up about is the bathroom. I'm only 5'8" and could not fit comfortably in the bathroom and it's also kinda low to the ground. Was a rather awkward experience using.
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· January 2022
This place was great! Good location to explore from and very cozy!
Mixed feelings
· September 2021
Can’t find campsite!
The area was lovely and remote, however we were unable to locate the campsite due to the area being completely overgrown. We could barely see the sign for parking, and ended up having to drive into the brush that was taller than the car. We ended up flattening the grass on the side of the road with the car and pitching the tent there because there was no visible trail to the campsite anywhere. It was a fine experience but not quite what we had in mind!
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· July 2021
Beautiful area all around fabulous
Very comfortable, clean, great bed and amenities. But no phone service in the whole area or wi-fi or radio. I did a lot of reading. In spite of all the rain and mud I would stay there again but maybe at a different time. Thanks HipCamp for another great place to visit
Recommends
· June 2021
Really enjoyed the seclusion and the electricity. Host was excellent
Location
Lake Roberts, Grant, New Mexico, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking