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The Stranded Time Traveler; a timeless experience in a very convenient location!

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Escape to a whimsical retreat, where the past and present meet at this enchanting time machine. Located centrally near NMSU, Old Mesilla, and the Farmers Market, you'll find plenty of space to park and walk your dog in the secure gated area. A unique celestial sleeping haven awaits those who can climb ladders.

Excellent

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

Parking available
Kitchen
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Stranded Time Traveler; a timeless experience in a very convenient location!

Like something out of a fairy tale, the time machine's beauties are enchanting and memorable. Set somewhere in the past and present, it is being held in a large storage yard (plenty of space) because of flux capacitor issues while time marches on. Centrally located, it is about 3 mins. from NMSU, 5 mins. from Old Mesilla, the Billy the Kid court house, and the Farmers Market, 20 mins. from Dripping Springs Natural Area, 40 mins from El Paso, and 45 mins. from White Sands National Park.

The time machine is conveniently located in both space and time. It is close to the University, restaurants, shops, stores (including Walmart), and several tourist attractions. There is plenty of parking space and lots of room to walk your dog in the secure gated commercial area. It is peaceful most of the time there, but occasionally there are some activities and vehicles that come and go.

The facilities are designed for a couple, but a third wheel could be accommodated. They would need to sleep on the narrow padded bench. There is an additional pillow and blanket inside it.

You must be able to climb ladders to ascend to the elevated celestial sleeping haven, as well as the lounge area. There are no railings, some low ceilings and chandeliers, and some of the spaces are tight, including the bathroom. Staying in the Time Machine is not for everyone.

She may not be traveling through time anymore, and is quickly becoming a relic of the past, present, and future, but she still has a lot of class! We hope you appreciate what she has to offer. Much effort has gone into making your stay an experience. We hope you enjoy the many details.

Know that you may hear guests in the two neighboring RVs or home come and go. There is also a train that passes by on the old Santa Fe Railroad not far from the property. If you are lucky, you will get to hear its horns and rumble. If you are unlucky, you will hear it horns and rumble when you are trying to sleep. Be prepared for that and other sounds of the city.

Please do not attempt to repair the time machine. Time travel is strictly prohibited. We hope you enjoy your stay!

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: The lofts are elevated 6-7 feet without a railing.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Las Cruces, NM

What's nearby

New Mexico State University - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Las Cruces Convention Center - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Rio Grande Vineyards and Winery - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
Memorial Medical Center - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
Mesilla Valley Mall - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

Las Cruces, NM (LRU-Las Cruces Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
‪Whataburger - ‬11 min walk
‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Stranded Time Traveler; a timeless experience in a very convenient location! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The Stranded Time Traveler; a timeless experience in a very convenient location!?

As of Nov 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Stranded Time Traveler; a timeless experience in a very convenient location! on Nov 5, 2025 start from $68.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Stranded Time Traveler; a timeless experience in a very convenient location!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Stranded Time Traveler; a timeless experience in a very convenient location!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

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The Stranded Time Traveler; a timeless experience in a very convenient location! Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

10/10 Excellent

Danika C.

Apr 11, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Time Travel

This place was amazing! The detail put into the space was amazing and so well done! We loved the vibe and would have loved another night to fully appreciate it but was perfect for our quick stop over. The directions were perfect and no issues getting in. Thank you Michelle for hosting us and sharing this wonderful time machine with us!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Roxanne V.

May 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Omw TURN UP THE AC!

Our hopes of a whimsicanl stay ....turned out to be too much like reality!The space was terribly hot! When the AC unit did cool off a portion of the space the top bed was stifling ! WE HAVE A LONG ROAD AHEAD AND WE COULDNT GET COMFORTABLE ENOUGH TO have a sound sleep! Read and reread the directions very very well for the property! If you ask the manager something that was on the directions ....she will.just refer you back to the directions and make you feel like your an idiot looking for info that isnt there! Good luck setting up the Wifi if you were born last night like i was....you wont be using the television!

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon C. C.

Feb 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

An Adventure

My daughter and I stayed for 2 nights. Everything was as listed. It's super cute inside. Loft sleeping area is tight if you are over 5'9" Headspace a bit odd, but may be better if the mattress was turned sideways. We lost power at one point, but the owners were there quickly to reset breaker.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kali W.

Oct 6, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best time in an enchanting world

All three of us were stunned walking inside at how awesome the place looked. Very smartly laid out and very all immersive. Absolutely no problems during the stay and Host stopped by to check on us. Will absolutely stay again

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie N.

Jul 3, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

If only the Flux Capacitor worked!

I was hoping we could wake up and have it be 2015…but alas the time traveler has a bad flux capacitor. Everything else was wonderful. Was it the most comfortable bed? Nope. Didn’t care for two nights. It was really a magical place to stay. Unfortunately the location is the only thing that is a draw back…although it was very quiet there. If you like unique accommodations then this is a must. Thanks for the experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024