WorldMark Pinetop

Worldmark's Pinetop resort is one of our favorite drive-to vacations spots. From Phoenix or Tucson, expect a 3.5 hour drive. There are several grocery stores nearby (Eddie's Country Store, Safeway and even a Walmart) so we do all our shopping when we get into town. The units are very well maintained and always seem brand new. The kitchen supplies are better than most timeshare units we've stayed in. On our latest vacation, we took a quick trip to nearby Fort Apache and the Kinishba (spelling?) Ruins. In addition to Charlie Clark's steakhouse, the other great place is called the Christmas Tree Restaurant which recently moved off of the main street (ask the front desk for directions). Right outside the condo's you'll find several easy to moderate hiking trails, and within a short drive you'll find lakes, snow skiing in winter, golf and even a small bowling alley. We spend every Christmas in Pinetop, and typically try to get up there for a week in summer to escape the Phoenix heat.

give it 4-stars as the 2nd bedroom has 2 twin beds and is very small, has no TV in the room. Excellent location and well maintained. The best restaurant in town is Charlie Clarks Steak House, had the best prime rib we had ever tasted. A trip to Fort Apache is well worth it and there is a casino (Hon-Dah Apache) if you like to gamble. 6 blackjack tables, other are primarily slots. This resort is great if you fish, hike or gamble. There are limited sightseeing opportunities.