Lincoln is considered to be one of the best-preserved Western Frontier Villages. Main Historic House (Casa) [circa 1860] Thick adobe walls. The Tunstall Room (room #1). Private bath ensuite w/shower. Furnished w/Antiques Collectibles, high viga type ceiling. (See note 1). Full breakfast served in Old Trail House Conference Room. 2 persons: $92.00 1 person: $82.00 (see note 2). The McSween Room (room #2). Private bath w/walkin shower adjacent to bedroom + extra sink in BR. Furnished w/Antiques and collectibles, high viga type ceiling. (see note 1). The Trail House [contemporary - 1995]. Private bath w/2person Jacuzzi tub + shower. Country Garden Room - lite airy, w/Mexican tile floor, Franklin Fireplace, Wetbar w/refrigerator. Room looks out to large patio, porch and hills. 2 persons: $122.00 1 person: $112.00. The Vaquero Room (cowboy). Private bath, roomy shower - Full ADA. Southwestern Cowboy room w/Mexican tile floor, Kiva Fireplace, Wetbar w/refrigerator. Room looks out to large patio, porch and hills. 2 persons: $112.00 1 person: $102.00. Guest Cottage (Casita) [contemporary] (see note 3). Casita Bonita (small beautiful house). 1 Queen bed in halfloft + double Futon Couchbed in living area. Adobe Honeymoon cottage w/halfloft bedroom. On the ground level; a living area w/Cathedral ceiling, bath w/shower, small complete kitchen. View of large field and hills. Continental Breakfast (see note 4). Coffee maker and teapot in Kitchen. 2 persons: $112.00 Each additional person: $15.00. Casita de Paz (small house of peace). 1 Queen bed in first BR and 2 Twin beds in second BR. An Adobe w/two bedroom suite, A full bath w/tub­shower. Spacious kitchen living area w/refrigerator, stove coffee maker. Redwood deck portal. This accommodation is ideal for families w/Children. Each additional person: $15.00Note: A rollaway can be provided for 1 person at $15.00 extra. Casa de Patron BB Inn is. Smoke Free (all interior spaces) - We. All rates, amenities and details are subject to change without prior notification. State and local taxes are extra. We accept Visa or MasterCard. Personal checks are welcome. Off street parking available for all accommodations. Rates are effective January 1, 2006 and are subject to change without prior notification. Reservations: Must be confirmed by Visa or MasterCard or a deposit of 50% of the total expected billing, fully refundable if notified one week prior to arrival date, unless specifically stated at time of booking for some holiday periods. A full deposit may be required on some dates. Children: Casita de Paz is recommended for families with children. Casita Bonita is also an alternative family accommodation. There is ample yard space [2 acres] at the casitas.

A full family style breakfast is served here. This spacious area is an ideal setting for your conference, family reunion, luncheon or small meeting or workshop. Because the furnishings are flexible, we can easily arrange the room to your needs. Situated in the Old Trail House, you enter this room through the Apple Orchard, which affords additional outside space in the warmer months underneath the coolness of the fruit trees. A commercial kitchen is also located in this same building making food service easily accessible including an outside portal and acres of yard space with picnic tables. The conference room can handle up to forty people. A reversible blackboard/projector screen is available. A piano is available. Ask us about our soapmaking musical workshops. A true joyfood, quiet, beauty. M.B., We have wanted to come back for four years. A thoughtfully and tastefully run home away from home- every comfort thought of and and artistic treat in every corner. Already planning our 3 wedding anniversary trip here! Our escape to sanity for another year. D.N., Las Cruces, NM. What fun spending a night in history! A lot to seegood memories. M.D., Missouri City, TX

Casita de Paz (small house of peace): An Adobe w/two bedroom suite, A full bath w/tubshower. 1 Queen bed in first BR and 2 Twin beds in second BR. Generous sized kitchen/family room with stove, frig., microwave and coffee maker. Redwood deck portal. This accommodation is ideal for families w/Children. Continental Breakfast: Includes freshly baked muffins or coffeecake, fresh fruit, Juice, milk and often-homemade Granola, Tea Coffee. Steeped in Old West history, blue skies, comfy quilts and conversation. P.S. San Carlos, Mexico. Love the star gazing at night. P.R. Middle Haddan, CT. I want to take my room home with me. Breakfast on the picnic table in front of Casita de Paz was wonderful. Such an unspoiled place and interesting talk with a wonderful host. C.H. Dusseldorf, Germany

Queen bed. Private bath w/2person Jacuzzi tub + shower. Country Garden Room - Light airy, w/Mexican tile floor, Franklin Fireplace, Wetbar w/refrigerator. Room looks out to large patio, porch and hillside. Full breakfast served in Old Trail House Conference Room. Coffee maker in room. What a wonderful find! Thank you for letting us share your wonderful home and cooking. J.C., Essex, England. J.B., Albuquerque, NM. Billy the Kid stayed here 115 years ago today (3-22-94). He must have thought this home was great, too! A rarified atmosphere- warm, serene and stimulating. The silence is golden, extraordinary, rejuvenating. Cant wait to come back. A warm and welcome respite. C.G., A home away from home with love, warmth, and great food. LJ, Canyon Country, CA

Casita Bonita (small beautiful house): Adobe Honeymoon cottage w/half-loft bedroom, Queen bed. On the ground level; a living area w/double Futon Couch/Bed, Cathedral ceiling, bath w/shower, small complete kitchen. View of large field and hills. Continental Breakfast: Includes freshly baked muffins or coffeecake, fresh fruit, Juice, milk and often-homemade Granola, Tea Coffee. Casita Bonita and Casita de Paz are for sale as one property. If you are interested, please contact Linda Long at Prudential. 1-800-530-4597. Interesting adobe, beautiful house and grounds, great breakfast. D.D. Albuquerque, NM. Wonderful week-end, such creative food. R.P. Albuquerque, NM. Every time we leave, we begin planning our return. What a lovely place you have here- good for the mind, soul and stomach. Where the deer and the antelope play. D.B..

King bed. Private bath, roomy shower. Southwestern Cowboy room w/Mexican tile floor, Kiva Fireplace, Wetbar w/refrigerator. Room looks out to large patio, porch and hills. Full breakfast served in Old Trail House Conference Room. Coffee maker in room. Great spot so unspoilt. I wanted something special and I found it here. Thank you. A memorable experience. Invigorating air, peaceful surroundings, great hosts! H.T.O., Beautiful home, great hospitality, lovely breakfast. A.B., San Francisco, CA. Enchanting always! M.S.C, Superb! Now I know why The Kid (Billy the Kid) stayed here. Our favorite B B! and we have been in a lot of them.

Now, I say, we stop off at Juan Patron's for one jolly big dram and one ginger beer with a dollop of whipped cream. Who was this Juan Patron mentioned in the opening line and what role did he play in the life of Billy the Kid and the ensuing Lincoln County War? Handsome Juan Patron arrived in Lincoln, New Mexico Territory, from Santa Fe in the 1860s, young, bright, and energetic. Chances are that Patron envisioned opportunity in this river valley for himself and his family. In the 1850s this land was hunting grounds to the Apache, with a wealth of water and wildlife. Hispanic sheepherders from the Manzano Mountains to the west also found the land desirable and settled. A few miles up the road the federal government saw fit to construct Fort Stanton as their solution to the Indian Problem. This abundance of opportunity set the scene for the eventual confrontation of factions vying for economic superiority in this isolated land. Folks came to resolve their problems in Lincoln, their county seat. Juan Patron, the elected County Clerk, became embroiled at the center of these eventual conflicts. It boiled down to the mercantile factions competing for business at Ft. Stanton and Lincolntown. Because of Patrons sympathy towards the Tunstall-McSween faction, an angry John Riley, part owner of the competitive Murphy-Dolan Big Store, encountered Juan Patron one day, shooting him in the back as he rode away. Riley claimed Self Defense. Not expected to live through the night, Juan survived, to be elected by the citizens to the territorial legislature. He became the youngest Speaker of the House while still in his early 20s. In spite of frictions, this Spanish village continued its daily life and celebrations. One night a joyful baile was in progress as a group of cowboys entered with guns blazing, leaving a half a dozen revelers dead, including the father of Juan Patron. This vicious act was one of many which followed the despised Horrell brothers all the way through New Mexico Territory and into Texas. Territorial Governor, Lew Wallace, asked Patron to organize a militia to protect citizens scattered throughout this river valley. The Horrells were eventually driven out, but not before leaving a trail of blood behind. Violence was not always dominant, however. Music played an important role in the Patron home, as Juan loved to sing. One spring evening as William Bonney, alias Billy the Kid, awaited a meeting with the Governor, guitars were heard serenading him outside the Patron house and store. The graciousness of this family often provided a haven for many, including John Tunstall on his first visit to Lincoln. Susan McSween was given comfort here as her precious house burned to the ground and her husband was shot down in cold blood. With this dastardly act and concern for his own well being, Patron left his beloved Lincoln. Settling in Puerto de Luna, Juan married a French traders daughter and sired three children. However, he continued to live in fear of powerful forces in New Mexico Territory. One evening, having stopped for a drink with friends, a cowboy named Michael Maney approached and at point blank range killed Juan Patron. Juan was 29 years old. Incriminating evidence that Juan might have carried about Lincoln County was silenced forever. Descendants of this illustrious family still reside in New Mexico. Now a Bed Breakfast, Casa de Patron, remains a handsome thick walled adobe with shaded courtyards, in a peaceful country setting. The tradition of warm hospitality and music continues for guests as it did in the days of Governor Lew Wallace, Susan McSween, and Billy the Kid. Back to the Main Page