The Lodge at Cloudcroft, Cloudcroft
The Lodge at Cloudcroft is reportedly haunted by a flirtatious and mischievous ghost named Rebecca. According to the legend, Rebecca was murdered by a jealous lumberjack in the early 1900s, and her spirit now remains at the historic hotel. Guests and staff have reported various paranormal activities, including spontaneous door openings, unexplained cold spots, the strong scent of perfume, and even a distinct indentation on a bed, which some attribute to Rebecca's presence. The legend states that Rebecca, a fiery-haired woman, was murdered by a jealous lumberjack who was her lover. Rebecca's ghost is not considered malicious. Instead, she is known for her playful and flirtatious behavior towards staff and guests. Guests and employees have reported experiencing cold spots, doors opening and closing on their own, and the scent of perfume. Some visitors have described waking up with a body-shaped indentation in a bed, as if someone had been lying next to them, a sign of Rebecca's presence. Her actions are typically considered mischievous, such as rearranging items or playing tricks on guests. Some stories suggest that Rebecca's spirit is still on the property, sometimes helping golfers who have hit a bad shot on the Lodge's golf course.