Large home in great walk-everywhere location. Well-kept with gardens, hot tub.
Location: Private Homes, Historical Downtown, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA (1/2 block to Capitol. 3/10 mile to Plaza and Canyon Road.) View Map
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 14-17)
Keywords: Vacation Rental House
The largest vacation home in the historic downtown area, Capitol Casa is located on a quiet residential street close to everything. Flexible rates enable small or large groups to stay in this perfect location. Comfortable for a small group or up to 17 people in 5 bedrooms, with 3 full bathrooms and a 7 foot luxury hot tub in a private garden, this vacation rental house makes a Santa Fe vacation easy and fun for families and friends. Gal pals love it! Featured in the May 2006 Old House Journal and the November 2008 Frommer's Budget Travel.
You'll love walking 5 minutes (3/10 mile) down Old Santa Fe Trail to the historic Plaza, or 5 minutes over to Canyon Road; or strolling to museums, galleries, restaurants, sightseeing, shopping, grocery store. Pop home to drop off your finds, and walk off to another area. Ski 1/2 hour up the mountain, or take the kids to the playgrounds down the street. Come home and relax in the big bubbling hot tub with foot jets and waterfall before you gather for drinks on the big breezy front porch. Then walk to dinner at one of Santa Fe's many fine restaurants, or cook up a feast in the fully equipped kitchen. Barbecue on the gas and charcoal grills and dine outside in the private walled garden.
Built in the 1920's, the carefully updated adobe house is beautifully furnished with a tasteful mix of neat antiques and plush sofas. Original art by New Mexico artists and fun Southwest artifacts are on display, and richly colored Oriental rugs brighten the oak floors throughout. Hand plastered tinted walls and a big fireplace add ambiance. Enjoy luxurious hand-pressed fine cotton sheets in a 3-sheet system, down pillows and duvets on firm beds. Robes and towels supplied. Flower gardens adorn the front and back yards.
Capitol Casa is approximately 2,500 square feet, plus the front porch with old-fashioned glider, antique bench, and patio chairs. The garden patio has plenty of seating, game and dining tables, and a view to the mountains. A spacious bedroom/den with game table, desk, TV/DVD/VCR/CD/Stereo is on the lower level, nicely separated from the main level bedrooms, along with a second small bedroom/den with full bath, and laundry room. With a state-of-the-art low-chemical purifying process, the outdoor hot tub seats 7 people and has a cover lifter for easy access.
The house is well stocked to make your stay pleasant, including three stereos, four cable TV's, music CDs, and a collection of movies made in Santa Fe. Free Wi-Fi DSL. Laundry room has hypo-allergenic detergent, iron, ironing boards, steamer. Dish, hand, bath soaps. Toys, puzzles and games are supplied--remember Skittles? The kitchen is fully equipped with spices, cooking utensils, many appliances, and service for 17. Complete bar glasses, tablecloths, napkins, place mats, and candles are all provided, and you can set a lovely table with colorful china and serving pieces. The dining table expands to seat large groups.
Carport and off-street parking for 3 cars on-site, more on street. In the next block are playgrounds with structures and basketball hoops.
Accommodations: Sleeps 14 in beds, up to 17 with 1 sleep sofa and roll-away twin. 12 singles can sleep in separate beds, with 2 more in the sleep sofa and roll-away twin, for a total of 14 singles. 5 couples can sleep in 5 king beds in 5 separate rooms, plus 1 more couple in the queen sleeper in the living room. Should your group need more space, an elegant B & B right across the street has 5 rooms.
5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms.
* Master bedroom: California King bed, en suite bathroom with double sink, jetted tub, and walk-in closet.
* Second bedroom: California King bed, next to a bathroom with separate walk-in shower and tub, grab bars.
* Third bedroom: option of King or 2 Twin beds, French door to garden patio.
* Fourth bedroom/large den with two dressing areas in walk-in closets, cable TV/DVD/VCR/Stereo, game table: option of King or 1 or 2 Twins on one side, 4 more Twins used as daybeds on other side, and 1 Roll-away Twin. Door for privacy from small den.
* Fifth bedroom/small den has option of King or 1 or 2 Twins. Privacy curtain screens beds from entrance to third full bathroom.
* Living Room: Queen sleep sofa.
All sleeping rooms meet code for firesafe egress, with windows or doors large enough for firemen and for guests to exit safely.
ADDITIONAL RENTAL INFORMATION:
* Small or large groups welcome. Rates cover up to 8 people for small groups, with an additional charge of $30 per person per night for larger groups.
* Children welcome. High chair, umbrella stroller provided.
* 3 night minimum late fall and winter. $400 nt. $2,800 week.
* 4 night minimum: 3/1 to 5/14 $450 nt. $3,150 week.
* 5 night minimum: 5/15 to 10/31 $450 nt. $3,150 week.
* 5 night min. over Thanksgiving. $550 nt. $3,850 week.
* 7 night min. Christmas week, New Years week. $550 nt., $3,850 week. Change day is 12/26.
* Shorter bookings accepted for infill year-round, for adjacent bookings, close to arrival, or if minimum stay rate is paid.
* $200 Exit Clean. Weekly clean required for multiple week stays. More frequent Maid Service is available by prior arrangement.
* $500 Security Deposit, refundable if no damage or excessive cleaning fees.
* Tax as applicable.
* Commercial zoning allows unlimited legal short term rentals.
* Remodeled basement level has windows for fire-safe egress.
* Reservation deposit of 1/2 rent is due within one week of verbal reservation, paid by check. Balance due 60 days prior to arrival.
* Cancellation policy: Confirmed reservations are considered binding. Refund if we are able to rebook the dates, less a $100 administration fee. Extenuating serious circumstances considered.
* Pets: Well-behaved dog with our permission. Sorry, no cats. $25 per night. $500 pet damage deposit.
* No Smoking; smokers may use the covered front porch or back patio
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Air conditioning and Ceiling fans.
- Linens Provided : Down and down alternative duvets, down pillows, hand-pressed fine cotton sheets in 3-sheet system. Luxury cotton towels, plus cabana towels and robes for the hot tub. We use fragrance-free, hypoallergenic detergent.
- Washer : Laundry room with hypo-allergenic detergent, iron, ironing board, steamer. Opens from the small den.
- Dryer : In laundry room.
- Covered Parking : Carport for one car next to house.
- Off Street Parking : 2nd and 3rd cars may stack in driveway behind the car in carport. Free on-street parking for 3 more cars to the north of the driveway. If needed, more parking is available at our office next door.
- Wood Fireplace : Firewood provided for the large fireplace in the living room and for the outdoor chiminea firepot in the back garden area.
- Beds
- King Bed (5) : California King in master. California King in second bedroom. Third bedroom offers option of King or 2 Twins. Large den/4th bedroom offers option of King or 1 or 2 Twins, plus 3 more Twins and 1 roll-away. Small den/5th bedroom offers option of King or 1 or 2 Twins.
- Twin/Single Bed (9) : 2 Twins or option of King in third bedroom. In fourth bedroom/large den: 6 Twins, or option of King and 4 Twins, or use as a den with daybed seating on 5 twins, TV/DVD/VCR/Stereo, game table and floor area for yoga or playing. In 5th bedroom/small den, twin trundle can be left as a single daybed, made up as two twins, or made up as a king. Plus Roll-away twin for 10 twins.
- Convertible Bed (2) : Queen Sleep Sofa in living room.
- Child Bed : Roll-away twin can be used fourth bedroom/large den or in master bedroom.
- Crib : Cribs available by rental. High chair with tray and umbrella stroller are provided.
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath : Master bathroom has jetted tub.
- Private Hot Tub : Huge luxury hot tub seats 7, in private walled patio with garden. Multiple jets, including foot massage jets, waterfall and lights. Easy cover lifter. Outdoors under the stars.
- Cable/Satellite TV (4) : Living room, Large den, Master bedroom, Front bedroom
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Lots of videos and DVDs, many about or made in Santa Fe and the Southwest.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : Stereo Systems in den and living room, plus a portable stereo/CD player. CDs for children and classical to oldies for adults.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Fully equipped kitchen for cooking and baking. Many small appliances, cooking tools and spices.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Fully equipped with pots/pans, baking dishes, cutlery, large electric griddle, much more.
- Refrigerator : with ice maker.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : By referral. We can refer caterers and personal chefs.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Outdoor gas grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : Kettle charcoal grill
- Deck/Patio : Private back garden patio with flower garden, lots of seating, dining tables, grills, hot tub, umbrella, chimenea firepot.
- Lanai : Breezy cool front porch has glider and seating for 10.
- View/Location
- Mountain View : See the Sangre de Cristo Mountains from the back garden.
- Monument View : See the New Mexico State Capitol from the front porch, one-half block away.
- Communications
- Telephone (3) : Local calls free.
- Broadband Internet : Free WiFi DSL, also ethernet connection to the Linksys DSL
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Free. Throughout house. Bring your laptops.
- Other Amenities
- Private luxury hot tub seats 7 and has an easy cover lifter, Jetted tub in master bath, Grab bars in central bathroom, Fireplace with Firewood, Front porch with glider & seating for 10, Walled garden with shade trees & umbrella and patio furniture, Gas and charcoal grills (BBQ), Quiet residential neighborhood-no traffic noise, Playground nearby, Grocery store nearby, Carport & off-street parking for 3 cars, Free Wi-Fi DSL, Fax, 4 Cable TVs, 2 VCRs/DVDs, Video/DVD Library, 3 Stereos/CDs, Fully-equipped kitchen, Gas stove, Refrigerator with ice maker, Small appliances, Complete cookware, China, flatware, and table linens for 16, Dining table expands to seat 16, Hand-ironed fine cotton bed linens, Towels and robes, Fragrance-free hypoallergenic laundry detergent, Soaps, Down & down-free pillows and duvets, 3 Hair dryers, Iron, Ceiling fans, Air conditioning, High chair, Stroller, Dens with good separation perfect for kids, Games/toys/puzzles/books. Massage therapist will come to house.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Check with us about your well-behaved dog. Sorry, no cats. Dog mustn't be left alone in the house for its peace of mind and ours, unless crated. Crate available for loan.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : Main living, dining, kitchen, bathrooms and bedrooms are on one level accessible by one step up at rear entrance. Level from carport to rear entrance. Grab bars are installed in central bathroom by tub and commode, and in the walk-in shower.
- Kid Friendly : Children are welcome. In the next block are fun school playgrounds with swings, basketball hoops and climbing structures for kids of all ages. High chair and umbrella stroller provided.
- Smoking Not Allowed : Smoking outside only.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Within very close walking distance are the Historic Santa Fe Plaza (3/10 mile), State Capitol, Canyon Road, San Miguel Mission (the oldest church), Loretto Chapel with its miraculous staircase, Santa Fe's downtown with many fine restaurants, galleries and stores for Santa Fe's famous shopping, Canyon Road, museums, galleries, historic sites, cultural attractions, visitors center for tourist information, playgrounds, grocery store and coffee house. Drive to golf, skiing, Indian Pueblos, prehistoric ruins, and the many scenic attractions throughout beautiful Northern New Mexico.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Rates are based on 8 people. Over 8 people,add $30 per person per night.
Low Season 11/1-12/18/11, 1/2-2/28/12 $400/night, 3 night minimum. $2,800 week.
Peak 3/1-10/31 $450 nt, $3,150 wk. 3/1-5/31 4 nt min. 6/1-10/31 5 nt min.
Christmas/New Year weeks: 7 nt min. Thanksgiving: 5 nt min. $3,850 week. $550 nt.
Exit clean: $200. Damage deposit, $500 per week. Tax as applicable.
Weekly cleaning required for multiple-week stays. Children are counted.
Payment by personal check. Credit cards accepted via Paypal plus their 3% fee.
Dogs accepted with advance permission, $25 per night. $500 damage deposit.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Big House Downtown-Perfect for Groups! Walk to Plaza, Hot Tub
Year Purchased: 2002
Why the Owner Chose Private Homes, Historical Downtown
Our office is in a great location downtown, and when the house next door went on the market we bought it for a guest house. Having enjoyed renting our vacation home at Tahoe to nice folks, and realizing that we could personally manage this one, the decision to make it a vacation rental was simple. The perfect location in the downtown core close to the Plaza and Canyon Road, the legal commercial zoning, the house's large size and excellent condition, make it a wonderful place for visitors to stay. Kristen had fun furnishing the home with original art, antiques, old collectibles from the Southwest, and historic items found in Santa Fe that are appropriate to the age of the house which was built in 1924. Three sofas, good firm beds, expandable oak dining table, and large hot tub all make the home comfortable for gatherings large or small.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Everyone loves the downtown location, and walking back and forth from the house. We love walking to restaurants and events, galleries and stores, meetings at the State Capitol. No problems with parking! We walk to Kaune's Food Town to pick up sandwiches and groceries. Quiet street with little traffic. See our guests' comments for what they enjoy about the house.
Hosts give visitors guidance and literature about Santa Fe and the state. New Mexico Tourism Department.
Playgrounds with lots of climbing equipment, separate swing area for small children.
Well-stocked grocery store with fresh meat counter, carry-out meals, good wine/liquor selection, sundries.
Seat of the state government. Governor's Gallery has shows of New Mexico art, and the permanent collection is excellent and open to the public.
From here to the Plaza are numerous restaurants and galleries.
Farmers Market, new park with climbing structure, many shops and galleries.
Largest galleries in Santa Fe, with extensive collections
Owner's Map of Private Homes, Historical Downtown
Owners Kristen and Steve Flance are long-time residents and active citizens of Santa Fe. Kristen has been with the state magazine, New Mexico Magazine, as lead advertising representative for 28 years, as well as doing interior decorating for high end resorts. Steve has volunteered for many community organizations including serving as chairman of the board of the New Mexico Finance Authority for 8 years, and has developed residential communities and resorts in Santa Fe for many years. We know New Mexico well and enjoy sharing our knowledge of Santa Fe and the state with our guests. We vacation at our lakefront home at Tahoe (VRBO/1946).
Property Photos
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- Large home in great walk-everywhere location. Well-kept with gardens, hot tub. - Santa Fe Vacation Rental Home & Lodging - New Mexico Real Estate.
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- Charming ambiance. Firewood is supplied. Hand troweled tinted plaster walls. - Santa Fe Vacation Rental Home & Lodging - New Mexico Real Estate.
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- Three sofas face the fireplace. TV, VCR, DVD, stereo/CD in media cabinet. - Santa Fe Vacation Rental Home & Lodging - New Mexico Real Estate.
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- Persian rugs warm oak floors. Dining table expands to seat up to 16.
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- Mexican pottery collection in antique hutch.
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- Master bedroom's cal-king bed with antique iron headboard. Bathroom ensuite.
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- Antique marble topped dresser in master bedroom
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- Master bathroom with jetted tub & walk-in closet, one of 3 full bathrooms.
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- Windows in front bedroom. Outside is the large breezy front porch with glider.
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- Cal-king bed in front bedroom with antique iron headboard. Antique dresser.
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- Antique armoire in third bedroom. King or 2 twins. Opens to garden.
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- Third bedroom as twins; may also be set up as a king. French door to garden.
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- 3 twins as daybeds in den; TV is to the right. Plus trundle for 2 twins or king.
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- Large Bedroom/Den with trundle as king bed. Can also be 2 twins or single twin.
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- Small den trundle bed gives option of one twin, two twins, or king bed.
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- Antique kitchen hutch with cookbooks. New gas stove for easy cooking.
Traveler Reviews (44)
Family Reunion
Guest: May
(South Bend, IN)
Date of Stay: 07/30/11
Review Submitted: 09/07/11
For a family reunion the front porch and dining area with a huge dining room table provided helpful gathering places. Individual a/c units were appreciated as well. Service personnel prepared the hot tub, and a friendly gardener hoped that he did not disturb the occupants. The location is outstanding, providing walking distance to the sights and sites of downtown Santa Fe. There were lots of games for the young people, and the accommodation of 16 people was greatly appreciated.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.
College gir ls reunion
Guest: hope
(Dallas)
Date of Stay: 07/08/11
Review Submitted: 08/17/11
7 of us enjoyed Capital Casa very much. You could not ask for a better location or a more comfortable arrangement for a group of women. The house can easily accommodate 10 people. They do an outstanding management job and provide you with informative local information. Would stay there again for sure.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
A Wonderful Stay
Guest: Funlovers
(Fremont, Ca.)
Date of Stay: 07/03/11
Review Submitted: 08/16/11
We were pleasantly surprised that the listing describes exactly the appearance, amenities, and location of the Casa We met the owner and she was delightful, answering all our questions and more. I would recommend this property to anyone. Be ready to have a wonderful time here.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great For Families
Guest: Sol
(Columbus, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 07/14/11
Review Submitted: 08/09/11
Six of us recently stayed here during a family reunion. It was perfect for that sized group and would also be great for even larger groups. Close to everything. The house is spacious and we never felt crowded. Extensively used the front porch as a gathering place. Highly recommend staying here if you want to feel like you are at home.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
great time in Santa Fe
Guest: Christi
(Collingswood)
Date of Stay: 06/12/11
Review Submitted: 06/26/11
There were 13 of us staying at Capitol Casa and we feel it was one of our best family reunions ever. The house was perfect for a large group. We still were able to have a fair amount of privacy despite the large group. The house was furnished beautifully and several of us commented on the hominess of the house. The fresh flowers and the attention to detail,like lots of clean towels and lots of information about things to do, places to eat, etc., helped make our stay enjoyable. Our one small plumbing issue was scheduled with the plumber as soon as we called about it. We couldn't have asked for a better location. We could walk to all of the downtown locations and much more. Thank you Capitol Casa
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
An Ideal Reunion Spot
Guest: Alan
(Sacramento, CA/northern California)
Date of Stay: 05/21/11
Review Submitted: 06/21/11
Seven members of my immediate family enjoyed four days and nights in Santa Fe in late May. Capitol Casa proved to be a great home for us, with much more space than needed and an unusually well equipped dwelling. Restaurants in town are fine, but we especially enjoyed the informality and ease with which we could create snacks and meals after a short trip to the market. It's comfortable, convenient, and very well managed -- lots of helpful information received well ahead of time and not a single glitch.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
great space
Guest: lucine
(Denver, CO)
Date of Stay: 05/03/11
Review Submitted: 05/15/11
What a great time. Within blocks of the Plaza, Canyon Road, Restaurant Martin, (new James Beard nominee!) House itself is just right: robes, towels, and super well stocked kitchen. Number of beds is fantastic for large groups of non-couples. Lots of special touches: live flowering plants, fresh flowers, many spices, games. We had a really lovely time. Never met the landlords, but never had a need. Everything was clean and comfortable. The house just felt like home.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway.
Family Ski Trip
Guest: Ron
(Grand Prairie, TX)
Date of Stay: 12/26/10
Review Submitted: 01/12/11
Arrived December 26, 2010. Total of 8. Plenty of bedding. The square is a little to far to walk in 20 degree weather, but in OK weather permitting. No complaints at all. Hot Tub was great. Kitchen/dinning. Big TV in basement. Parking for three cars. Quiet neighborhood. Owners comapany is right next door. Must walk to Guadalupe Cafe for Breakfast and dinner. Order some of their sweet rolls the day before and reserve a table. Santa Fe isn't Breckenridge for skiing. However, Breckenridge isn't Santa Fe for eating/shopping. You have trade offs. 4-5 hours closer to Dallas and lots more to do for non skiers. I skied 2 days and had a great time.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Girls weekend out
Guest: Dede
(Denver CO)
Date of Stay: 11/04/10
Review Submitted: 11/10/10
There were four ladies out for a weekend in Santa Fe. The owner's service and accomodations met our needs perfectly. The beds are heavenly and the location is perfect.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children.
Six friends from around the U.S.
Guest: Six Friends
(Newberg, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 10/28/10
Review Submitted: 11/10/10
Six friends from three states met in Santa Fe to catch-up and relax. We found Capitol Casa on VRBO and selected it based on location and size. We were so delighted when we actually arrived! The home is amazing on all accounts......from the welcome vase of fresh flowers to absolutely everything you would ever need or want. (And, if not, the landlords are right next door and will provide you with info and any other comforts you might need.) Although this house is older, it is perfectly clean and charming with its beautiful New Mexican flair. We loved building a fire and sipping wine in the evenings. Capitol Casa is a wonderful home away from home. The walkable location is perfect if you are exploring Santa Fe downtown and Canyon Road....fabulous restaurants, shopping and historical places are so close! As a group, we loved Capitol Casa. We are going to highly recommend it to our friends and family.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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