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Los Poblanos Historic Inn, Organic Farm, & Hacienda Spa
As we turned onto the lane lined with gigantic cottonwood trees, we took a deep breath and relaxed; we were there. Settle in for a luxurious farmstay set on 25 acres of lavender fields, lush formal gardens, and glimpses of farm alpacas, peacocks, and guinea hens. Just off the Rio Grande and with the Sandia Mountains in the distance, relax with a glass of wine at Los Poblanos Historic Inn, Organic Farm & Hacienda Spa.
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Blissful Accommodations
By Janie Pace
Whether the Meem Room in the historical hacienda surrounded by original artwork is your destination, a Farm Room with details inspired by the 1930s dairy barn, or a Field Room overlooking the farm and lavender fields, you will find a serene and relaxing atmosphere. We settled into our quiet farm guest room with luxurious organic bedding, sitting area, adobe fireplace, mini-kitchen with frig and coffee maker, and accessorized with lavender amenities.
Tour the Farm at Your Leisure
See the Canadian geese that made the farm their winter home as you explore the grounds. Visit the organic kitchen gardens bursting with new vegetables and herbs, and learn about sustainable bee-keeping practices. Near the lotus pond, pay homage to San Ysidro, the giant wooden statue of the patron saint of farming, appearing in many instances across
the property, including the Los Poblanos logo.
Visit The Farm Shop
Shop the artisan lavender products at The Farm Shop like bath gel, salves, lotions, and lavenderscented hand sanitizer. The handmade jewelry, kitchen products, cookbooks, and adorable children's gifts make a one-stop-shop for thoughtful gifts for your loved ones.
Add artisan bread, seasonal baked goods, lavender jelly, and green chili jam from the Farm Foods Market. Don't forget to order extra lavender products from the Farm Shop when you return home.
Have a Cocktail on the Campo Patio
Relax and sip a specialty crafted cocktail like Campo's Lavender '99 cocktail, gin mixed with lavender, lemon, sparkling wine, sweetened with house-made lavender syrup that pays tribute to 1999, the year owner Armin Rembe planted the first farm lavender crop. Enjoy Campo's version of the lavender margarita and a small plate, perfect as you take in the sweeping views of the farm and watch the sunset reflect on the Sandia Mountains from the patio.
Supper at Campo
You'll enjoy fine casual dining with the Southwest's most highly crafted field-to-fork menu created by Chef Jonathan Perno. Campo means field in Spanish and reflects the dedication to organic farming in farm fields and the local valley food farms, a list featured on the menu. Los Poblanos is ranked as a "Top 10 Hotel for Food Lovers of America" by Bon Appetit.
Savor a native beef ribeye with roasted potatoes, mushrooms, and a brandy mustard sauce paired with a Chateau Larose-Trintaudon. The tender braised New Mexico lamb comes with roasted seasonal vegetables, blue corn hominy, and housemade flour tortilla paired with a glass of R. Lopez de Heredia "Vina Cubillo" Crianza. Unforgettable!
Enjoy An Organic Brunch
Begin the new morning with a leisurely, organic, seasonal brunch as you enjoy views of the farm and watch the peacocks. I love the Seasonal Omelette
Photos from top: Peacock while we were at breakfast ©Janie Pace; Spa Dressing Room ©Janie Pace; San Ysidro, Patron Saint of Farming ©Janie Pace; Spanish Madonna with Punched Tin Frame ©Janie Pace
with herbed goat cheese, sauteed greens, smoked Rojo, local mushrooms, root vegetables, a side of toast with a cup of Cutbow coffee. Food & Wine Magazine voted Campo best breakfast in New Mexico.
Pro Tip: Make your reservations for brunch, dinner, tea, wine tasting, and the spa before your arrival.
The Historic Hacienda Spa
The original ancestral home designed by John Gaw Meem, the father of Santa Fe style, houses the luxurious Hacienda Spa with elegant lounges, a stunning courtyard with a cozy fireplace, starshaped Morrish fountain, and floral landscape. Lining the women's changing room walls are antique bathing scenes on panels, initially serving as doors in the changing room at La Quinta,
designed by Meem. The artwork also appears on spa products.
I recommend the Himalayan salt stone massage, an 80-minute deep massage combined with the warm salt stones' balancing properties that release tension and provide complete relaxation. You'll sleep like a baby.
The seasonal facial involves a formulated, customized treatment with cleanses, exfoliation, a face and scalp massage, custom masks, serums, nourishing moisturizers, and sun protection. You'll love the facial clarity and new skin radiance.
In the Sala Grande Lounge, I spent time perusing the carved wooden chests, Spanish Madonnas in punched tin frames, woven blankets, Native American pottery, and original art books.
The comfort, privacy, and scenic beauty of Los Poblanos make it the perfect place to retreat, relax, and restore your spirits.
Photos from top: Tractor at Los Poblanos with Janie & Ronnie Pace ©Janie Pace; Hacienda Spa at Los Poblanos ©Janie Pace; Chef Jonathan Perno ©Los Ploblanos
