Michael is from Ramsgate England, born abroad of an American father who was in the US Air Force. Michael (a US Navy Veteran) was the City Coordinator and Manager of the world renowned "NM Veterans Memorial Park and Visitor's Center" in Albuquerque NM. A 26-acre Park with a Museum, Library and 100s of Veteran related Monuments. Retired as of January 2025 and fulltime property manager, of the Casitas' site.
Bernie was born in Roswell New Mexico and has lived here most of her adult life. Bernie's father was also in the US Air Force, and she has traveled to multiple exotic destinations like; Guam, Philippines and Europe while growing up. Currently Bernie just retired in 2026 from a Non-Profit Organization as a Loan Representative helping students with their education and finances.
Together they live in the main house, (which is separate from the Casita) manage and maintain the "Southwest Casita Escape" property. Michael and Bernie are always enhancing the property with several key features like; additional parking, upgrading the furniture, sanitizing equipment between each stay to ensure good health and the prevention of germs, and many other features.
The owners travel themselves to see what other owners and resorts are doing to make each stay fun and safe. Their goal is to make every stay memorable and safe.