Bear Creek Motel & Cabins

Highlights

• 10.52% Cap Rate (2021-2024 Average EBITDA/SDE)
• Well-Established Mountain Lodging Property located in Pinos Altos, NM, in close proximity to Silver City, NM
• 15 Split-Entry Cabin-Style Units with Private Entrances, designed for comfort and functionality in a rustic mountain setting
• Extensive On-Site Amenities including an event lodge, outdoor amphitheater, gift shop, BBQ facilities, on-site parking, cable TV, WiFi, air-conditioned rooms, and pet-friendly accommodations
• Existing Staff/Management handles the majority of operational execution. The current owners handle route repairs and maintenance tasks, and bookkeeping. These tasks could easily be outsourced.
• Year-Round Recreational Appeal with opportunities for hiking, hunting, birding, hot springs, stargazing, and winter landscapes, attracting visitors throughout all seasons
• Broker of Record: Cassie Carver with Silver Advantage Real Estate

Description

SVN | Northco is pleased to present, as exclusive advisor to ownership, the sale of Bear Creek Motels & Cabin, a well-established mountain lodging property located in the historic village of Pinos Altos, New Mexico (“Property”). Perched at approximately 7,000 feet and just minutes north of the regional economic hub of Silver City, the Property features 15 split entry cabin-style units with private entrances and modern amenities, including fireplaces, WiFi, and cable television, and full kitchens in select units. Guests also enjoy extensive on-site offerings such as an event lodge, outdoor amphitheater, gift shop, BBQ facilities, and pet-friendly accommodations. Surrounded by pine-covered hills and near the Gila National Forest, Bear Creek Motels & Cabin benefits from consistent demand driven by outdoor recreation, heritage tourism, and regional travel, presenting investors with a unique opportunity to acquire a distinctive lodging asset that combines lifestyle appeal with durable, year-round regional demand.

This asset is well-situated for either an owner-operator, or an off-site owner, given the staff that are in-place.

The Property is located in Pinos Altos, New Mexico, a historic mountain village nestled at approximately 7,000 feet in the foothills of the Gila National Forest. Just minutes north of Silver City, Pinos Altos offers a peaceful, small-community atmosphere paired with cool mountain temperatures and expansive views, making it a desirable retreat for visitors seeking an authentic Southwestern mountain experience.

Pinos Altos serves as a gateway to the Gila Wilderness and surrounding outdoor recreation areas, drawing hikers, hunters, birders, and outdoor enthusiasts throughout the year. Nearby attractions include extensive trail systems, national forest access, hot springs, historic mining sites, and dark-sky viewing opportunities. The area’s elevation and natural setting provide a four-season appeal, with mild summers and picturesque winter landscapes that contrast with lower-elevation desert markets.

The surrounding Silver City area acts as the region’s commercial and cultural hub, offering restaurants, museums, a university, and a walkable historic downtown. Pinos Altos’ proximity to Silver City allows guests to enjoy a quiet mountain setting while maintaining convenient access to services, dining, and regional infrastructure. Together, these communities create a stable visitor base supported by outdoor recreation, regional travel, and heritage tourism.

Distances to larger cities:
Silver City, NM – approximately 8 miles south
El Paso, TX – approximately 120 miles southeast
Tucson, AZ – approximately 215 miles west
Albuquerque, NM – approximately 230 miles northeast

Local airports include Grant County Airport (25 miles) and Truth or Consequences Municipal Airport (100 miles). Nearby international airports include El Paso International Airport (165 miles) and Albuquerque International Sunport (240 miles).

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