Vacation Rentals by Owner

Turning 60 is not Easy! But Casa Adore made it GREAT

Guest: Larry B. (Phoenix and Puerto Peñasco, Mexico)
Date of Stay: 10/18/11 Review Submitted: 03/06/12

My wife Julie and I wanted to find some place special to celebrate my 60th birthday. We found Casita Adore to be the perfect fit. We took our mountain bikes with us and between the bikes and the Casita being so close to everything, we did not even use our car. The Casa was well equipped, comfortable and great atmosphere Fun times and good memories and Kelly helped by getting us settled in and pointing us to the best spots. We will be back!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great experience

Guest: Ruth (Cochrane, Canada)
Date of Stay: 03/25/11 Review Submitted: 05/19/11

We really enjoyed this beautiful location. The hosts were very accommodating and made sure we were comfortable. They made themselves available to answer any enquiries we might have. The place was so handy and central, cozy, and very accurate as far as the description. Overall, a wonderful experience. We definitely would stay here if we return - which we hope to!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Captivating decor, walk 3 blocks to downtown, cozy, helpful host

Guest: Dave C. (Penticton, BC, Canada)
Date of Stay: 02/02/11 Review Submitted: 02/09/11

We stayed in Casa Galeria for 4 nights during a particularly cold February week and were as cozy as can be. It was so pleasant to be in such a beautifully decorated home where it was easy and convenient to walk into town or drop out to Canyon Drive. We were in a 2-bedroom bungalow which was clean and well maintained. Cindy greeted us upon arrival and went through all the information with us which made it easy to settle in. The bathroom was small but both bedrooms had sinks in them - 4 people could easily settle in here! We would recommend it!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Donna and Wes
Date of Stay: 07/22/10 Review Submitted: 08/10/10

THANK you for sharing Casa Adore with us! We truly appreciated the quality + the beauty of the furnishings. Your many loving touches helped to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Coming home again to Santa Fe feels complete!

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Guest: Hartsell
Date of Stay: 02/16/10 Review Submitted: 02/15/10

We enjoyed Adore very much and both of you we enjoyed even more. We will be back!!! Please be in touch --

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/11/09 Review Submitted: 11/11/09

Pretty like a picture. We felt at home in this tasteful, historically interesting and well located house. The owners are generous, true hosts. We would be thrilled to return.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/29/09 Review Submitted: 10/29/09

An adorable place filled with charm made my stay in Santa Fe fun and relaxing. I would love to come back to enjoy another week of peace. And the best part is I could walk to the Plaza in 5 minutes!

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Guest: The Peters
Date of Stay: 05/09/09 Review Submitted: 05/08/09

This has been a perfect location for our family on the occasion of the Ben West/Allison Bentley wedding. We have enjoyed each room, not only for the comfort it has afforded, but also because each room is of such artistic interest. Such a beautiful place to call home. Thanks for your personal hospitality, Russ and Noel.

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Guest: Molly Ellis
Date of Stay: 05/09/09 Review Submitted: 05/08/09

What a joy it has been for us to step into your world, bathed in color and the sweeping dynamic of Noel's paintings. We are truly grateful for all you both did to create this moment in time and will depart this world with a host of beautiful memories and a reaffirmation of the beauty/goodness of life!

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 05/09/09 Review Submitted: 05/08/09

Mil gracico por todo y espero poder volver.

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Guest: Philip Banford
Date of Stay: 05/09/09 Review Submitted: 05/08/09

Great spot in Santa Fe, a hidden treasure!

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Guest: Susan and Fred
Date of Stay: 08/10/07 Review Submitted: 08/09/07

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you. You and Noel made us feel at home. We and our guests enjoyed a uniquely New Mexico welcome.

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Guest: Marla Terrell
Date of Stay: 06/12/07 Review Submitted: 06/11/07

My only regret is that there was so many activities to do, and food to eat, and that I didn't get to spend as much time in charming Adore as I would have liked. I hope to return. In the meanwhile, I've sung "Colorful Santa Fe's" praises far and wide. Thanks again.

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Guest: Clyde/Judy St John
Date of Stay: 05/01/06 Review Submitted: 04/30/06

Our stay in colorful Casa Adore made our visit feel more authentic. The view of the full moon from here--over the cross on the hill--was breathtaking.

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Guest: Cara Morton
Date of Stay: 12/27/05 Review Submitted: 12/26/05

Canyon Road, Noel's mulled wine, Russ's singing Christmas Carols--made the BEST Christmas Eve I've experienced in many years. Claudia and I will definitely come again at Christmas.

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Guest: Susan Hill
Date of Stay: 09/09/05 Review Submitted: 09/08/05

Pure bliss -- more than a "house"-- a place of color and spirit full of beauty . . .

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Guest: Claire & Anthony Ellis
Date of Stay: 05/09/05 Review Submitted: 05/08/05

So wonderful to see you again. The conversations were as rich as always and the metanoia evident. We'll be back!

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Guest: Nobu, Yuko & Agatha
Date of Stay: 08/23/03 Review Submitted: 08/22/03

We really appreciate your kind arrangement and hospitality.

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 08/09/03 Review Submitted: 08/08/03

We LOVE the house and its wonderful colors. We wish we could fly you to Kansas so you could advise us on OUR paint colors!!

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Guest: Gary & Suzanne Kirk
Date of Stay: 08/07/03 Review Submitted: 08/06/03

Your casita is truly a treasure. The simple beauty of Southwest color and structure surrounded us. Noel, I enjoyed your books very much, too.

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Guest: Chris & Francil Calman
Date of Stay: 08/02/03 Review Submitted: 08/01/03

Thank you for your warm welcome and your unfailing accurate information, advice and help.

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Guest: Bea and Jim
Date of Stay: 07/24/03 Review Submitted: 07/23/03

From the moment we drove through your driveway, we felt that we had a sacntuary. We were very comfortable at the well-equipped house; our senses were filled. Noel, thank you for sharing your stories; they enriched and inspired. . . Gaia, you reminded us how much we value community and connection among our group. May many weary travelers find this oasis for relaxation and for playing.

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Guest: Stan
Date of Stay: 07/01/03 Review Submitted: 06/30/03

This was a cozy place to which we returned each night. We can truly say that we have never stayed at any place quite as authentic and unique. And my wife really enjoyed Noel's books.

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Guest: Marie Jose and Dominique
Date of Stay: 06/24/03 Review Submitted: 06/23/03

A beautiful home only an artist could have created.

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Guest: Johnson Family
Date of Stay: 06/20/03 Review Submitted: 06/19/03

The perfect place for our first--and hopefully not last--trip to Santa Fe. Especially because our hosts provided excellent suggestions for everything from day hikes to grocery stores. Thanks for the hospitality.

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Guest: Mauri Ziff
Date of Stay: 05/18/03 Review Submitted: 05/17/03

As I was reading through one of Noel's fascinating books on weaving, I came to the part on "pathways" and realized "Otero-by-the-Plaza" is a physical "pathway" of sorts: there is an overwhelming sense of "liberation, peace, and security" and it fills you with positive energy that readies you for the next adventure. What a wonderful, restorative feeling--enhanced greatly by the indescribable company of Otero's wonderful hosts: Russ and Noel. Thank you.

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Guest: Francis, Harriett, Mary Beth, Pat
Date of Stay: 05/11/03 Review Submitted: 05/10/03

When we turned down the narrow driveway to Otero-by-the-Plaza, we wondered what we were getting into. Then there were you two to greet us with your puppets and we knew all was going to be great. Among the five of us we've stayed at the Waldorf Astoria in New York, the Ritz in Paris, Algonso XIII in Seville, The Brown Palace in Denver and the Luxor in Las Vegas NV, but none can compare in charm, color, ambiance and eclectic decor of your cottages--and--this includes your gracious and charming hospitality.

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Guest: Jocelyn Peterson
Date of Stay: 04/08/03 Review Submitted: 04/07/03

Thank you for reminding me one of the best surprises of travelling is the people you meet. You are an inspiration to living thoughtfully and with joy. Blessings on your head.

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Guest: Julie, Jeff, Maddie, & Doug
Date of Stay: 03/19/03 Review Submitted: 03/18/03

What fortune for us that a mouse-click could lead us to your beautiful and spritiual home. Thank you for sharing the richness of your lives with us. The children will remember this visit for a long time--as will we. With much affection --

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Guest: Carey-Schodolski
Date of Stay: 03/01/03 Review Submitted: 02/28/03

We were enchanted with the area around Santa Fe, the excellent restaurants, museums, art galleries--and the crisp clear air. But most of all, we enjoyed your charming, well-appointed home. What a delight.

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Guest: Cherie Lind
Date of Stay: 02/24/03 Review Submitted: 02/23/03

It is wonderful when "reality exceeds expectations." This is just what happened when we arrived here. Thank you.

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Guest: Becky Bennett
Date of Stay: 01/05/03 Review Submitted: 01/04/03

We loved staying here enveloped in color, art, inspiration and love. I loved the light bouncing off the walls to make the rooms glow and heighten the color contrast. We leave anxious to return for a longer stay.

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Guest: Patti Pate
Date of Stay: 12/27/02 Review Submitted: 12/26/02

Christmas 2002. We enjoyed the peace and beauty of the home and read as many books by Noel as we could during the week. We'll be back as soon as we can and while away will share OUR Santa Fe with everyone we know!

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Guest: Sonja Dolnick
Date of Stay: 11/11/02 Review Submitted: 11/10/02

Weather in the 50s, light drizzle, scent of pinon in the air. Your hospitality has created a temporary home for our sharing and memories. Thank you and Kudos.

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Guest: Karen and Chet White
Date of Stay: 11/01/02 Review Submitted: 10/31/02

Exceptionally friendly people, simplicity of daily living, and artful surroundings; you have reintroduced us to the "Spirit of Southwestern Living."

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Guest: Jeff & Christy Jacobs
Date of Stay: 10/12/02 Review Submitted: 10/11/02

Planning our trip to Santa Fe, we were hesitant to select accomodations on-line. But blind faith paid off! Close to the Plaza, all the ammenities we could need, beautiful rooms, incredible art work, we couldn't have found a more perfect place!

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Guest: Colleen and Gail
Date of Stay: 10/04/02 Review Submitted: 10/03/02

We both needed exactly the gracious hospitality you offered. We are rested mentally and physically. You put true meaning to the words, "mi casa es su casa."

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Guest: Susan Brown Phellps
Date of Stay: 10/01/02 Review Submitted: 09/30/02

Such a joy to stay with you again. I admire you both for the lives you have lived and the richly, genuine beings you have become. What an inspiration to reside within your works of art and be surrounded by your creativity and the dramatic Santa Fe environs. I'll spread the word--Otero-by-the-Plaza's the only place to stay in Santa Fe! So thankful for all the ways you made our visit so meaningful and memorable.

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Guest: Laura Wilkening
Date of Stay: 10/01/02 Review Submitted: 09/30/02

What an unforgettable joy this time with you has been. I have felt the warmth and radiance of your beauty in surroundings, in your philosophy of life, and how you live it--and the giving you both are. The encouragement you gave me to paint will last me a long time so I feel I am taking part of you home with me--a big impact on my life. Will try to always live in beauty the way you do. My heart's thanks.

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Guest: Kathy Hamilton
Date of Stay: 10/01/02 Review Submitted: 09/30/02

Your hospitality was refreshing--we felt like family!

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Guest: Molly and Chuck Tufts
Date of Stay: 09/08/02 Review Submitted: 09/07/02

Your home is so beautiful. Wish we could transfer the color to Ohio!

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Guest: Joanne, Carl, Leslie, Blaise, Jac
Date of Stay: 09/02/02 Review Submitted: 09/01/02

After a miserable trip on Frontier Airlines, what a wonderful relief to be comforted by such an inviting home. We could live here. Thank you for saving our vacation and transforming it into a most pleasurable trip.

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Guest: Lee and Mary
Date of Stay: 09/01/02 Review Submitted: 08/31/02

Language, with all its power, lacks the ability to express fully what you have so perfectly created here at this casita. The harmony between Santa Fe and Casita, between the vista and values exuded here are most silent, yet most profound. We found a home in your beautiful world and we thank you for the opportunity. Please save our wine for next time. I can't wait to toast our next Santa Fe sunset and to see you both again.

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Guest: David Keith
Date of Stay: 08/30/02 Review Submitted: 08/29/02

Bertha Stevens pointed out something special: "To Walk In Beauty." To walk in beauty is a blessing. What makes you "Sir Russell" and you "The Lady Noel" so special is that you share your blessing and enable others to walk in beauty as well. Thank you for your hospitality, the wit, the conversation and the inspiration. One can never look at ones world in quite the same way after a stay a Otero-by-the-Plaza.

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Guest: Kyle & Maya
Date of Stay: 08/09/02 Review Submitted: 08/08/02

Great Place - Great Ambiance - Great Character

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Guest: Victoria
Date of Stay: 07/28/02 Review Submitted: 07/27/02

I am not even out the door and already looking forward to returning. So happy to have met you, we'll be back.

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Guest: Erika Parrino
Date of Stay: 06/29/02 Review Submitted: 06/28/02

Lovely house, GREAT location. We will definitely be back! Beautiful!

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Guest: Pat Newport
Date of Stay: 06/20/02 Review Submitted: 06/19/02

Our trip was charmed from the moment we arrived at Otero-by-the-Plaza and met Russell! What a wonderfully relaxing, perfectly located and unique casa for our stay. Next visit, we may rent the whole compound!

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Guest: Rod Podhaysky
Date of Stay: 06/12/02 Review Submitted: 06/11/02

The timbre is "Santa Fe" The metric is worldly The rhythm is timelessness The rhyme is color For this moment Russ and Noel tended well. Refreshment is what I needed and what I received. Many blessings upon you!

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Guest: Lis & Ken
Date of Stay: 05/09/02 Review Submitted: 05/08/02

Finally meeting you both was a wonderful and exciting experience. Your combined love of art and warm hospitality made for a weekend we'll never forget. We'll treasure your friendship and sense of humor always.

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