Charming and Sweet Restored Miner's Cabin in Old Bisbee
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- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
An ideal peaceful retreat for anyone wishing to experience the essence of Old Bisbee in a 105 year old miner's cabin with beautiful gardens and mountain views.
Please note there will now be a couple of sweet little cats as permanent residents so I am no longer accepting visiting pets. But Norman and Cleo make entertaining company and enjoy the ocasional scratch between the ears. (Norman does like to sleep on the bed.)
Casa de Alegria, 'House of Happiness', on Opera Drive, blends seamlessly with the character of Old Bisbee. A visit to this unique town is an opportunity to escape the fast-paced modern way of life and get a glimpse of a previous era. Many parts of Bisbee have not changed since the beginning of the last century. There are many historic buildings and museums to help preserve the character and tell the tale of a booming frontier town where fortunes were made and lost in what was, at the time, the richest copper mine in the world.
Casa de Alegria sits high up on one side of the once infamous Brewery Gulch, with wonderful views of the Oak covered mountain sides and well preserved Victorian houses. The 100 year old house was originally a home to a mining family and has been restored with a liberal use of bright and cheerful colors.
Antique furniture helps capture a bygone era and the overall impression is peaceful and joyful, hence the name. Wake up in the comfortable bed as sunlight fills the room and birdsong echoes through the canyon, smells of roasting coffee waft up from the town, a short ten minute walk away. This is my place to relax and unwind and it is my desire to share that peace with you.
This is a perfect spot for observing the natural history of the area. We get lots of beautiful birds feeding in the trees around the house including humming birds unique to the area.
San Pedro House (15 minutes away on Hwy 90) and Ramsey Canyon Preserve (35 minutes away in Sierra Vista) are two wonderful nature viewing areas which we like to visit over and over again.
One of the biggest surprises, even to native Arizonians, is the Bisbee weather. The summer months of July and August can be beautiful often with lots of cloud cover and temperatures in the 80's Farenheit. The summer monsoon season brings spectacular thunder storms and cooler temperatures and that's when the desert can look its most beautiful. Winters are mild, not really beginning until late December, although the elevation of 5,300 feet allows for some chilly nights and occasional snows will dust the hillsides.
Keywords: Old Bisbee home, historic, cabin, casita,
Property Type
- House
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
Kitchen & Dining
- Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
- Dishes & Utensils
- Stove
- Coffee Maker
- Pantry Items
Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Heating
- Towels Provided
- Gas Fireplace
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- VCR
- DVD Player
Communications
- Internet
- Broadband Access
Outdoor Features
Location & View
Activities
- Cycling
- Horseback Riding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Mountain Biking
- Golf
- Hiking
- Sight Seeing
- Cinemas
- Restaurants
- Live Theater
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Museums
Other Activities
Reviews
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Guest comment entered by owner
- Guest Claire and Marc Stern
- Date of stay 12/07/09
- Review Submitted 12/07/09
"Beautiful and peaceful casa! I would be remiss not to mention all the hummingbirds and butterflies tat we saw on the patio! They were lovely. Thank you for such a lovely and peaceful place to relax, we really enjoyed ourselves."Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Tracey
- Date of stay 10/12/09
- Review Submitted 10/12/09
"This was the most relaxing and lovely place we've ever stayed! It's perfect for us and we'll definitely be back. My dog loved it too!"Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/2
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- Guest Bert & Shelley Ferris
- Date of stay 05/19/09
- Review Submitted 05/19/09
We spent 3 wonderful months at the Casa last winter ! Loved the location , the people and the magic of being perched on the side of the mountain looking down into Brewery Gulch , you can almost imagine what would have been going on it's heyday ..... liked it so much we're going back again for another 3 months !Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
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- Guest Dave & Pat
- Date of stay 05/07/09
- Review Submitted 05/07/09
While in Bisbee, we felt immersed in history, surrounded by remnants of a previously vibrant time. There is still plenty to do, however, if you wish. This well equipped, comfortable cabin is the perfect setting to just relax, enjoy the wildlife, or use as a base to explore the town and surrounding mountains. We enjoyed all aspects of our experience in the cabin, and my wife and I would love to come back, only to stay longer.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Guest comment entered by owner
- Guest Bert and Shelley Ferris
- Date of stay 03/25/09
- Review Submitted 03/25/09
My husband and I have just spent 3 wonderful months in your casa! First time in Arizona and it certainly won't be our last. Have explored caves, went riding, and hiked every mountain range in southern Arizona. The casa, being our "Base of Operations" was pretty well central to all our excursions and WE COULDN'T HAVE ASKED FOR MORE. You have a little piece of heaven here, Justin and I can tell by the love put into this place that you know it! Till we meet again, take care of Bisbee and God Bless!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
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Guest comment entered by owner
- Guest Connie and Keith
- Date of stay 11/15/08
- Review Submitted 11/15/08
"Very deliciously quiet. We loved the cabin, especially the hammock. We came up on a working vacation. Keith had a writing project and I had some fiber arts pieces to finish. We worked, relaxed and enjoyed your house and Bisbee. Thanks!"Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Colette9
- Date of stay 11/13/08
- Review Submitted 11/13/08
If you are going to Bisbee I can't recommend this home enough. I visited last March and absolutely fell in love with this place. It is cozy and charming and the bed is soooo comfortable! I still think about the Casa de Alegre all the time and know a piece of my heart is still there. The location is great, not too close to the hustle and bustle of the tourism, yet only a few minute walk to downtown. I look forward to the day I can return to Bisbee and will stay no other place.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
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Guest comment entered by owner
- Guest Ron and Carole
- Date of stay 10/31/08
- Review Submitted 10/31/08
"Awesome little miner's cabin! Staying here was a great pleasure! We wouldn't consider staying anywhere else for our Bisbee stays!"Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Guest comment entered by owner
- Guest Elliott Weiss
- Date of stay 10/17/08
- Review Submitted 10/17/08
"Thanks again. This place gets better each time I see it!"Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest The Cheeks
- Date of stay 10/07/08
- Review Submitted 10/07/08
"Cute house! Thanks for letting us share its charm!"Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
Rates
$95/nt .. $600/wk TWO NIGHT MINIMUM STAY PLEASE December-March: $75 utility surcharge/month.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Location
Manager info
Year Purchased: 2006
About: I love to travel and explore new places. I especially like the ambience and character of historic houses and my passion has been making them shine again and come to life.
Why Bisbee:
I fell in love with Bisbee on my first visit, on a road trip with my girlfriend. The town absolutely captivated me in part because it reminded me of southern European mountain villages that I explored as a child. I came back a few months later to shop for a house I could take care of and use as a personal retreat.
The Unique Benefits at this House:
This house is very well preserved without alteration to the original miner's cabins. It is away from busy streets and activity and yet a close enough and enjoyable walk to the shops and attractions of down town.
Contact us
- Primary: (505) 720-9976 (New Mexico, USA)
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Photos
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Front view of Casa de Alegria with covered deck and bistro table with chairs.
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Enjoy the inspiring views from the front porch.
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Large and bright kitchen featuring original cast iron sink with double drainers.
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Norman and Cleo will be sharing the house with you and are sweet companions.
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Brick patio dining area, awesome views and additional bistro table and chairs.
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Full sized antique bed in second bedroom.
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The little garden is xeriscaped and on an automatic drip irrigation system.
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Yes, we sometimes get very brief and pretty snow storms in the winter months!
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View from front gate showing covered front porch.
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Enjoy breakfast in the sunny dining area with fresh breezes and great views.
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Cozy and romantic bedroom with very comfortable Queen bed.
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View from back patio after the monsoon rains (July-September).
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Planter filled with flowers to attract butterflies and humming birds.
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The garden flowers attract lots of butterflies especially in the summer months.
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There is a hummingbird feeder conveniently in view of the second bedroom window.
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Date last modified - Friday, May 24, 2013
(505) 720-9976 (New Mexico, USA)