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Parlor Car Bed & Breakfast

Parlor Car Bed & Breakfast

311 Terrace Ave
Chama, NM 87520
United States of America
Innkeeper(s): Bonsall and Wendy Johnson

(575) 756-1946
 

Circa 1924. Reflecting the distinctive luxury of historic parlor cars, this is the perfect getaway destination to experience the Spirit of the West in the Northern New Mexico Rocky Mountains. Pan for gold, go fossil hunting, take a walking tour, chow down on a chuck wagon dinner and listen to a cowboy poetry reading. Relax in a common room accented with original artwork, oriental rugs and antiques, or enjoy the outside sitting areas that invite bird watching. Delightful guest rooms are named after men who gained notoriety through their involvement in the railroad era. The Chama Valley offers horseback riding, hiking, water sports and hunting.

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Parlor Car Bed & Breakfast



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Rates

$79 to $159

Payment types accepted include American Express, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Master Card, Personal Checks, Travelers Checks, Visa, JCB and cash.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Bedtime Treats

Events Hosted

  • Meetings
  • Romantic Getaways
  • Seminars

Available Food Service

  • Full Breakfast
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Vegetarian Breakfast On Request
  • Bedtime Treats

Other Activities

  • Bicycling
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Museums
  • Parks
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Skiing Cross Country
  • Water Sports
  • Historic Railroad

Innkeeper(s)

Bonsall and Wendy Johnson

Rooms

This property has 3 total guest accommodations with private bath, 1 with whirlpool. The types of beds available include Queen.

Amenities In Room

  • Bath Amenities
  • Cable TV
  • Desk
  • DVD
  • Reading Lamps
  • Television
  • VCR
  • Wifi Available
  • Bath Robes In Harvey Room
  • Hair Dryer Available On Request
  • Ironing On Request
  • Ceiling Fan In Pullman Room
  • No Fireplace
  • No Hot Tub
  • Whirl Pool Tub In Pullman Room
  • Alarm Clock In Each Room

Amenities On Site

  • Library
  • Parlor Games

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Desk
  • Hair Dryer
  • Television
  • Wifi
  • Ironing On Request

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Parlor Car Bed & Breakfast

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Location: Mountains, 10 miles to Lake Heron and 15 miles to El Vado Lake.


Romantic Interest

Dream like experience of surroundings, culinary treats, well traveled guests, and historic experience of westward expansion

Weather

About Our Rooms

Harvey Room

Harvey RoomEase into the coziness. With our queen-size bed, adjacent private bath, and views of the gardens slip into the serene and tranquil comfort of "The Harvey Room." Awake to the pleasing aroma of a hearty breakfast waiting for you.

 

Palmer Room

Palmer RoomRelax in Style in our master suite "The Palmer Room". With a queen-size bed, private adjoining bath, and views of the gardens and railyards, you can plunge into simplicity. Morning brings pleasing aromas of a hearty breakfast awaiting you.

 

Pullman Room

Pullman RoomLuxury awaits you in the Pullman Room. With a queen-size bed, private adjoining bath including a whirlpool tub for two, and views of the gardens and the railyard, you can retreat and reminisce in quaint comfort. Morning will greet your senses with the aroma of a fresh and hearty breakfast.

 

Innkeeper Note

The Parlor Car is a beautiful historic home built by Chama's first banker. He built a Victorian Tudor style home using the local materials of the area - adobe- making it a one of a kind home. The three rooms have been named for individuals who made a significant contribution to the development of the railroad. We have a historic tourist train that runs between Chama, New Mexico and Antonito, Colorado. Our home has many original pieces of art work, antiques, and oriental rugs, giving it the character of the hotels built during the westward expansion of the railroad to encourage people from the East to discover Western grandeur. We offer wi fi, a library for leisure reading, a very extensive video, dvd library for guests to enjoy a movie in the privacy of their room. We have afternoon treats and bedtime treats for indulgence of the senses. There is an outdoor patio with table and chairs and a glider in the side yard. Guests can enjoy bird watching from the glider as we have many bird feeders attracting a variety of birds for one's enjoyment. Guests enjoy visiting with other guests, many of whom are world travelers and rail fans. Come rest and relax for a refreshing get-a-way experience.

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Policies

Children Restrictions:under certain circumstances - inquire
Cancellation:one week notice of arrival date or in case of emergency - death, hospitalization- whenever it occurs
Smoking:Smoke Free Property.

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100% would stay again
Last reviewed on3/9/2011
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I'll be back!

Parlor Car Bed & Breakfast

5 of 5 hearts
Karen C
3/9/2011

2-25-11 Thanks so much for everything. Beautiful house, gourmet meals - I'll be Back!

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a wonderful time

Parlor Car Bed & Breakfast

5 of 5 hearts
Starr & Virginia W
3/9/2011

2-19-11 We always have such a wonderful time when we come visit. Thank you so much for your hospitality and company. We look forward to seeing you both again soon. Warmest wishes-

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so glad we found your lovely B&B

Parlor Car Bed & Breakfast

5 of 5 hearts
Robert & Linda K
3/9/2011

10-17-10 Thank you for a very enjoyable time. Sooooo glad we found your lovely B&B. Breakfast sooooo yummie! Thanks again - Take care

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just the mini-vacation we needed

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5 of 5 hearts
Ken & Emily B
3/9/2011

10-16-10 Dear Wendy & Bonsall, Thank you for your gracious hospitality in your beautiful & comfy B&B. This was just the mini-vacation we needed! Everything has been so lovely, the food at breakfast delicious and your caring service so lovingly given. We ask God's abundant blessings on you and this lovely place!

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hospitality unbeatable

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Michael & Katherine L
3/9/2011

10-15-10 Thank you for such a wonderful trip. We appreciate the opportunity to be in your home and feel so welcome. Your food was so wonderful and the hospitality is unbeatable. Thank you.

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very special

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5 of 5 hearts
Bob & Pat R
3/9/2011

9-15-10 Wendy & Bonsall, Thanks for a wonderful stay in Chama. Your B&B is very special - with the unique touches and service you offer. Blessings to you both!

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really comfortable

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Marg & Paul L
3/9/2011

9-5-10 Thank you again for another wonderful stay here in Chama. We feel really comfortable and very well fed. All our best & love

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wonderful stay

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5 of 5 hearts
Murray & Frances B
3/9/2011

8-20-10 Wendy & Bonsall, Thanks so much for a wonderful stay. The room was great, the food was fantastic, but you two were the real treat.

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treasure this memory

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Joy & Harry L
3/9/2011

6-23-10 Thank you for a wonderful restful night sleep in your castle. We will treasure this memory. Thank you and God Bless You.

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happy place to stay

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5 of 5 hearts
Shirley & George M
3/9/2011

6-22-10 Good food & good beds. Happy place to stay. Big thank you.

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wonderful relaxing weekend

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Ron & Janean L
3/9/2011

2-14-10 Wendy & Bonsall, Thank you for a wonderful relaxing weekend. Look forward to seeing you in Oct.

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marvelous job

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5 of 5 hearts
Karen & John K
3/9/2011

9-29-09 Once again, you've done a marvelous job. Thanks so very much.

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wonderful time!

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5 of 5 hearts
Michael & Carmen B
3/9/2011

9-6-09 Wendy & Bonsall, We had a wonderful time! Thank you so much for sharing your home with us. Your hospitality was amazing. Your home beautiful and clean. We will definitely come back and refer our friends and family.

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pampered!

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Jeri & Bill S
3/8/2011

7-5-09 Dear Wendy & Bonsall: Thank you so much for your gracious hospitality - your gentle kindness & attention to the smallest details was so appreciated. I felt so pampered! God bless your continued endeavor to make us feel so special & all who stay here.

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anniversary stay

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5 of 5 hearts
Rita & Louis N
3/8/2011

6-27-09-6-29-2009 Wendy & Bonsall; Thank you for the great hospitality. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in your beautiful B&B. It was an anniversary we shall cherish forever.

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first stay at a B&B

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Norman & Racquel M
3/8/2011

6-1-2009-My wife and I have never been to a bed and Breakfast before. I will say, for the first time visiting one, we had a wonderful stay. The house was very nice and the breakfast was delicious. I had no expectations before, but if I visit a B&B I would hope that it is as classy as this one. Thank you for the good room and great company. You are very wonderful hosts. Thank you!

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'top tier'

Parlor Car Bed & Breakfast

5 of 5 hearts
Wells & Theresa L
3/8/2011

5-24 to 5-26, 2009 Wendy & Bonsall: Thank you for your kindness and warm welcome. We stay in many B&Bs, and your operation in Chama is definitely "top tier." We especially appreciate the small touches to add to our comfort: anniversary card, cold water, snacks in the room, etc. We will long remember the cozy warmth of Parlor Car

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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- One Night Free: This property will honor the Free-Night certificate found in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. The certificate is valid for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night.

The dates this property will honor the certificate are Anytime, subject to availability