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Vermejo, A Ted Turner Reserve

Raton, New Mexico, United States · Virtuoso · 2025 benefits

Vermejo, A Ted Turner Reserve

When Ted Turner purchased Vermejo in 1996, his goal was to restore and preserve the native ecosystems that support the diversity of life on our planet. Now, a generation later, Ted Turner Reserves, Vermejo is over 550,000 acres of majestic wilderness located in northern New Mexico and southern Colorado beckoning travelers to immerse themselves in the rejuvenating power of nature rewilded. With climates ranging from high desert to snowcapped alpine tundra, 19 fishable lakes and over 30 miles of streams, Vermejo offers unparalleled opportunities to explore. Its diverse landscape is home to a wide variety of wildlife including elk, bison, black bears and mountain lions. Whether riding…

At Vermejo Reserve in northern New Mexico, the buffalo roam, the deer and the antelope play, and thanks to Ted Turner's inspiring goal to "Save Everything" these and many other species have over 550,000 acres of unspoiled wilderness to thrive in. Guests get the opportunity to be immersed in this uniquely restored ecosystem, soak in the rejuvenating energy of nature, and join in our efforts to preserve these beautiful habitats. Anchored by Casa Grande, an elegant historic mansion, restored to its 1900s grandeur, the 26-room property comprises more land than many national parks.

What you get booking it through us (2025 benefits)

  • Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
  • Daily Full breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant
  • $100 USD equivalent Resort or Hotel credit per occupied room, to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
  • Virtuoso Sundowner: includes choice of beer or wine at a scenic location following your afternoon activity.
  • Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.

Current offers

  • A Very Merry Vermejo — through 2026-12-25 · Celebrate the festive season in the heart of New Mexico at Vermejo, a Ted Turner Reserve, where holiday magic meets untamed wilderness. Set across half a million acres of snow-dusted landscapes, Vermejo offers a one-of-a-kind winter escape filled with wonder, warmth, and wilderness charm. From hand-selecting your very own Christmas tree with the help of our expert guides to cozying up in a beautifully adorned cottage or the stately Casa Grande, every detail is thoughtfully curated by our Vermejo “elves” to create an unforgettable experience. Days are filled with outdoor adventures—wildlife…

In the know

Holidays at Vermejo are both magical and meaningful. Celebrations take on a deeper significance when they are part of a vacation that is helping to restore and protect nature.

The property, in facts

The facts, as the supplier files them
WherePO Box E, Raton, New Mexico, United States
CategoryLodge / Safari
Property typeLodge, Ranch, Camp
Hotel groupTed Turner Reserves
Rooms30
Room types4
Nearest airportColorado Springs (COS) · 131 miles
Advisor programmeVirtuoso
StyleCasual
Known forAdventure, Ecotourism, Seclusion

Rooms and suites

  • Costilla Lodge — Located at an elevation of 10,200 feet, and twenty-five miles from the Main Lodge, Costilla Fishing Lodge offers the ultimate High Country getaway. With eight…
  • Casa Grande — Casa Grande, a 25,000-square-foot, Spanish-inspired, stone estate, was originally constructed by prominent American architect Joseph Lyman Silsbee between 1907…
  • Bartlett Cottage and Chandler Cottage — Emulating Casa Grande’s elegance, Vermejo’s guest cottages are the perfect intimate accommodations for families, couples, and small groups. The two-story…
  • Turner House — Newly renovated, Turner House features 10 guest rooms; 6 with natural gas fireplaces, and 2 with freestanding bathtubs. Coffee stations with ice and…

In the room

Air Conditioning · Balcony/Lanai/Terrace · Bathrobe · Ceiling Fan · Coffee/Tea Maker · Fireplace · Hair Dryer · Internet Access · Iron/Ironing Board · Kitchen · Microwave · Non-Smoking · Refrigerator · Shower Only · Sitting Area

What advisors say

100% of the 11 Virtuoso advisors who have filed a review of this property recommend it. Those reviews are collected by Virtuoso from advisors who have stayed, not by us and not from the public.

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