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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10172 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Alto, NM
  • Ruidoso Winter Park
    8 min drive
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca
    10 min drive
  • Ruidoso Convention Center
    13 min drive
  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
    20 min drive

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About the area

Alto

In Alto .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Ruidoso Winter Park and 6 miles (10 km) of The Links at Sierra Blanca with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Ruidoso Convention Center and Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts.
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What's nearby

  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 8 min drive
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 10 min drive
  • Ruidoso Convention Center - 13 min drive
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 18 min drive
  • Grindstone Lake - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Downshift Brewing Company Riverside - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Anaheim Jacks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Lost Hiker Brewing Company - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Zocca Coffee - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Mountain Getaway Minutes from Ski Apache & Midtown Ruidoso

Get away from the hustle and bustle and relax in this newly-remodeled, cozy mountain cabin nestled away in the desirable Sun Valley neighborhood of Alto. Located just minutes from Winter Park, Ski Apache, Grindstone Lake, and Alto Lake & Recreation Area, this is the perfect place to get away and relax or enjoy activities such as golf, hiking, biking, fishing, skiing, zip lining and horseback riding. Located just 12 minutes from Midtown Ruidoso, this cabin is close to all the food, beer & wine, theatre, horse racing, casinos, and shopping that Ruidoso has to offer.

This beautiful home easily accommodates 8 adults with 1 king bed, 1 queen bed, a full bed and 2 twin beds and has 2.5 bathrooms. The Master bedroom features a TV, private deck entrance, and a full soaking tub. The open floor plan features a fully remodeled kitchen is a chef or foodie's dream and has all brand new stainless steel appliances, new gas grill outside and everything else you'll need to prepare the perfect feast for friends & family (including spices, pots, pans, a crock pot and blender). Huge dining table for 8 makes for a lovely mealtime or card game. Relax indoors by the wood-burning fireplace or retire to one of two spacious decks with seating and enjoy the elk, deer and other wildlife that visit daily.

Pets – yes, your pets are absolutely welcome! There is a small fee for each of your pets that will be rolled into the total bill. Please note that the homeowner's association does not allow privacy fences in the neighborhood, so we recommend bringing a tie-out stake for dogs if yours is a runner (ours most definitely is).

The cabin includes Wifi, satellite television, DVD player, Keurig coffee maker with pods, all cooking utensils, propane gas grill (propane provided), washer and dryer, towels and bed linens for guest use. Firewood is available at nearby grocery and convenience stores.

The gravel driveway can accommodate up to four mid-size vehicles. Please take note that this property is in a mountainous area. Road inclines vary and a few are unpaved. The city does plow all neighboring roads, but 4-wheel drive and/or chains during the snowy season are recommended.

Property manager

John Hansen

Languages

Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1850 sq ft (172 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Pack & Play available for young children.

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Mountain Getaway Minutes from Ski Apache & Midtown Ruidoso Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Erika M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P., Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, Roomy & Comfortable
We loved this VRBO! It is just a 12 min or so drive to Ruidoso and 5 mins off the highway tucked in the beautiful hills. The tubing at winter park and ski Apache was literally 3 minutes down the highway. Also, just a 15-20 min drive to all the great hiking areas. The house was modern and incredibly roomy with 3 very large bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The sheets were soft, but best of all they had a big L shaped couch that the 4 of us flopped out on every night in front of a real fire making s’mores with plenty of blankets. We found Tanners in town that sold a big trash can full of wood for $35 cash - just fyi. The kitchen had everything you could want and there was plenty of dishes, tp, paper towels, washing detergent, etc. Some vrbo’ s don’t keep enough of that on hand, but this one did. John was lovely to let us check in early too. This was an extremely comfortable, roomy, and beautiful mountain cabin. This is definitely where we will be coming back to having stayed in many other in Ruidoso. It is the best out of all of them for sure! I HIGHLY recommend this vrbo.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tomas G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home
Me and my family loved it, was very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Antonio M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
Need to change the air filter for the ac
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cabin
Such a lovely stay, great location and wonderful host. We all truly enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relief from the heat
We had an amazing time in the house. It had all of our needs!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lou C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental property
Great property, well maintained, clean and comfortable! Our host, John was very responsive and easy to reach.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristal L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Overall it was a great stay. Awesome cabin just some furniture should be looked at because they were broken but overall we enjoyed our stay great space would really recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacay
Great, comfortable house in a beautiful location. Tons of wildlife.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trisha C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Cabin
This place is amazing. Gorgeous views and amazing little neighborhood. Deer and elk everywhere. Location was perfect for Ski Apache and Ruidoso. Everything is close enough and far enough. Beautiful views and great quick communication with the property manager. The house has everything you need just add food and fire wood and you won’t need much else. Truelybwas perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ana C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a weekend getaway
I loved it. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Myriam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin!
Excellent customer service, beautiful location and an overall amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Delana E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
This is an absolutely beautiful cabin, nestled just far enough away from town. Easy access to restaurants and shopping, but peaceful and so cozy! Lots of space for 2 families, and we loved the big table for game playing. The outside deck was perfect for watching deer and enjoying the fresh air. The kitchen was well stocked and made meal prep very easy. The wood burning fireplace definitely added to the charm! The host was fantastic about communicating, so we stayed well informed on weather and other details. I would highly recommend this cabin and hope to return in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rafael G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing Trip
Wife left saying, “next time we come back I want this cabin.” Very comfortable and beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Relaxation at its Finest
Our stay at the Mescalero Cabin was fantastic! After a long drive from Texas with our son, we were welcomed into a beautiful cabin that had soft lighting on and was very clean. The cabin had everything we needed plus more for our relaxing getaway. All the bedrooms were spacious and the beds had nice soft linens that made sleeping a dream. The kitchen and outdoor grill was fantastic as we made some fabulous steaks on the back deck and other meals inside. One of favorite parts of the home was the front and back porches. They are large and allowed for our son to run around. The other fabulous part of the porches is that you can sit and watch the elk, mule deer, rabbits, birds, sunrises and sunsets. It was incredible! The cabin treated us extremely well and will most definitely stay there on our next trip to Ruidoso!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

JULIA G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!!
Perfect for our family weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Respite
We enjoyed our stay at Mescalero Cabin immensely. It was exactly as represented and met all of our needs and wants. Very clean and well equipped. Quiet. Comfortable. John was responsive to all of our questions and the checkin and checkout process was easy. We would absolutely stay again and will recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway from the Texas summer
We really enjoyed our time. The temperatures were wonderful, lots to do in the area. The house was well supplied and furnished. My wife appreciated the cohesiveness of the decorations and furniture. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and Great Layout
The space was great! Open and spacious family or group room. Decks are relaxing and great to enjoy all day. Rooms and restrooms numbers make for no waiting around. And, the entrances make it so you don't wake anyone if you slip out for a morning hike :) A really pleasant stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous !
The cabin was awesome! Very clean and had everything we needed. Beds were comfy and the deck was a great place to enjoy morning coffee.😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Lisa H., Midlothian Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
We enjoyed sitting out on porch and seeing all the wildlife. Very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ski vacation
Excellent , very clean , quiet neighbourhood, cozy, excellent decoration , confortable , nice owner , good location , we had a very pleasent time there , we recommend it
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023