Santa Fe Vacation Rental

A Quick Walk Downtown from Our Historic Guadalupe Area Home. Santa Fe, New Mexico Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 154580

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Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA (The historic Guadalupe area, a ten-minute walk to the Plaza.) View Map

Accommodations:  House, Studio, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2)

"El Nido" at La Casa Santa Fe. Make your stay in Santa Fe special by staying in the historic José D Sena House, within walking distance of the renowned Plaza and of the Sanbusco Center. See our homepage below for information about local food, museums, art, outdoor activities, and more.

Here in the historic Guadalupe district, you will be near the Plaza, the Lensic Performing Arts Center, the Sanbusco Center, the Rail yard Park, and the Santa Fe River, as well as half a dozen museums.

This is a neighborhood where families with generational Santa Fe roots mingle with newer folks who have come to love the traditional Southwestern hospitality. "El Nido" is an efficiency apartment located in the front part of an adobe house once owned by Civil War Major José D Sena. Local legend says he lost the property and the adjoining corn fields as a gambling debt. However that may be, various parts of this multi-roomed building have served as residence and as stables. You will be staying in rooms with 12 ft ceilings, in which you can still see bits of the adobe that originally served for the roof. But never fear, there are modern touches such as electricity and indoor plumbing!

Thick adobe walls provide insulation, and high ceilings with hand-hewn vigas and boards are some of the authentic historical features. Off-street parking near your door makes it easy to lug home your finds from shopping expeditions. A high-speed internet connection is available in case you have an urge to surf the web or, alas, have to attend to business.

You will find a queen size bed with a cozy comforter and a bank of pillows, to sleep two.

Your kitchen is outfitted with everything you need to prepare intimate meals, including recipe books featuring New Mexico home cooking recipes and a rack of basic spices. Complimentary reverse osmosis water lets you brew that perfect cup of morning coffee; we’ll give you some ground Starbucks to get you started. If you need some particular kitchen gadget give us a ring ... we can probably lend you one. Then let the dishwasher do the clean up while you relax.

A full bath followed by hefty cotton towels and a hair dryer will perk you up for a night on the town, but if you want to cozy up "en casa," look through the bookshelves and choose from our selection of guidebooks, novels, and historical materials with a New Mexico theme.

Sure, it's an easy walk to the famous Plaza. But look at what else there is, within a 10 minute walk of La Casa Santa Fe! Here’s a small sample of the neighborhood:

Let’s eat! Walk over and pick up fresh and prepared organic food at The Marketplace/La Montanita Co-op: 5 blocks (or drive a few more blocks to Trader Joe’s, Wild Oats, or Whole Foods). The summertime Farmers' Market is open Tuesday and Saturday mornings, we can show you how to take a walking route to shortcut through the neighborhood: also about 5 blocks.

On those days you want somebody else to do the cooking (and we all have those) at least two dozen restaurants are a stroll away, most moderately priced. For example, there's New Mexican, barbecue, Japanese, American, Continental, Thai, pizza, and mid-eastern. Look in the La Casa Santa Fe guestbook for sample menus from many of them so you can figure out where you want to go while you work up an appetite.

Maybe you're up for some unique shopping opportunities? The Guadalupe District is full of arts, crafts, quirky independent shops, antiques, and even some familiar chains. Sanbusco Center (three blocks away) has an eclectic collection of shops, including a Border's bookstore to find maps and guides about New Mexico, and an inexpensive, informal restaurant.

Or walk to a variety of museums . . . between the art galleries and the historical buildings, half the town looks like a museum. But seven actual museums within a ten minute walk are: The Santuario de Guadalupe, Site Santa Fe, the Georgia O'Keeffe, the Museo Cultural, the Palace of the Governors, the New Mexico History Museum, and the Museum of Fine Arts. Bus connections to four more museums on Museum Hill are two blocks away.

When you're in New Mexico, get outdoors! This might be our favorite topic. Nearby, Hyde Park and the Santa Fe National Forest are a cool 12 miles and 3,000 feet up. Petroglyph National Monument, Bandelier National Monument, and Pecos National Monument are all within an hour's drive. We are happy to share with you our knowledge from over 40 years of traipsing around New Mexico, from day hikes to car camping to multi-day backpacks, from X-C skiing to downhill dashes, with rafting and a little rock climbing thrown in, along with some bird watching and mushroom hunting. Just let us know what interests you.

Give us a call or send e-mail if you have questions. We live around the corner from the property, and we're looking forward to meeting you!

Please note: La Casa Santa Fe offers a smoke-free environment, so we trust you will respect this policy and only smoke outdoors.

Vacation Rental Features

  • Amenities
    • Linens Provided: For our guests with longer stays, we provide fresh linens on a weekly basis.
    • Off Street Parking
  • Beds
    • Queen Bed
  • Entertainment
    • Cable/Satellite TV
    • DVD
    • VCR
  • Kitchen
    • Full Kitchen
    • Cooking Utensils Provided: Coffee grinder and electric drip coffee maker; pots, pans, baking dishes, sharp knives -- everything you need to enjoy the bounty of the local farmers' market.
    • Refrigerator
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
  • Communications
    • Telephone: Free local calls.
    • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
  • Suitability
    • No Pets Allowed: Sorry, no pet accommodations.
    • Smoking Not Allowed: Please smoke outside only.
  • Activities (on site and nearby)
    • Golf
    • Tennis
    • Shopping
    • Sightseeing
    • Restaurants
    • Rafting
    • Kayaking
    • Swimming
    • Biking
    • Mountain Biking
    • Cross Country Skiing
    • Downhill/Alpine Skiing
    • Snowboarding
    • Sledding/Tubing
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Hunting
    • Rock Climbing
    • Fitness Center/Gym
    • Health/Beauty Spa
    • Racquetball
    • Antiquing
    • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
    • Live Theatre
    • Museums
    • Horseback Riding

 

Rate Details (In US Dollars)

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$74-$95/night for 1-2 persons, 4 night minimum; applicable taxes are additional.
Click below to visit our homepage and see rates for stays beyond 4 nights.
Guests staying longer than a week may request a thorough cleaning and complete
linen change at $40 per occasion.

Check or money order preferred; more details on our website.
Refunds are not available but dates may be changed subject to availability.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

Dates available: Year Round
Before contacting us, please check our calendar for your desired dates.

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Note: Each property is individually owned or managed.

Map & Owner's Profile

 
 

A Quick Walk Downtown from Our Historic Guadalupe Area Home.

Year Purchased: 2006

Why the Owner Chose Santa Fe

We have lived in this area for over 30 years, and enjoy the neighborhood mix of families descended from the early settlers and newcomers who have adopted Santa Fefor their hometown. Since our vacation rentals are next door, now we get to meet people from all over the world!

The Unique Benefits at this House

Our guests tell us they feel like they are staying in a real home. And they are right, this house has been home for local folks for over 130 years. Ask us about Great-Grandmother Montoya ... and her canary mausoleum! If you want to be able to tell your friends you vacationed in a 130 year old house made out of dirt (adobe) this is the place.

 

Owner's Map of Santa Fe

We are "outdoor nuts" who find something to do outdoors no matter the season ... although things don't always turn out just as planned! Our fondness for good food can take us on excursions closer to home ... there are literally dozens of restaurants within walking distance of our home and El Nido. Or we can stretch our legs with a stroll to the Plaza and museums, or to the Lensic Performing Arts space. Our kitties like the outdoors, too, but we have them confined to the back yard.

 

Property Photos

Guest Comments (17)

  • 11/13/09
    Positive Rating
    Donna Altieri , Denver, Colorado
    • I hate to tell you all how much we enjoyed this wonderful little casita because you will all rush down to Santa Fe and it will always be booked when we wish to return. And, thank goodness for vrbo so we never get stuck in a motel room again. It is a 4-star win!
  • 11/11/09
    Positive Rating
    • We spent 5 days in Santa Fe at lacasasantafe. It is a great place to stay. It's right on the river. You can walk anywhere you may need to go, restaurants, arket, plaza, etc. El Nido was clean well-furnished and equipped. It is a great alternative to any standard hotel/motel experience. Very nice place. You really feel you are in Santa Fe.
  • 10/10/09
    Positive Rating
    , Alabaster, Ala.
    • We enjoyed the trip to Santa Fe by taking the Rail Runner from Abq. It was a short walk to El Nido from the train station, so we did not need to rent a car. We were able to walk to many sites and after 5 days we still did not see all we wanted to see. Needless to say, we really enjoyed our visit.
  • 09/10/09
    Positive Rating
    • What a great getaway! The location was great and handy to everything. As a single woman travelling alone, I felt safe and secure. It is a quite little neighborhood even though extremely close to The Plaza and even closer to Sanbusco Center and don't forget the Saturday Morning Farmer's Market. I will return again - hopefully soon.
  • 09/06/09
    Positive Rating
    • We loved staying here. The unit is so thoughtfully appointed - and with nice quality accessories. The location is fantastic - close enough, but yet just far enough away from the Plaza crush.
  • 08/12/09
    Positive Rating
    • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
      Thank you so much for everything! We had a wonderful stay.
  • 07/14/09
    Positive Rating
    Jeanne & Pattie , Ann Arbor, MI
    • We had a lovely time at El Nido. It's so convenient to the Plaza, the food co-op, the fabulous Santa Fe farmer's market, and the galleries on Canyon Road. We appreciate the maps and books (day hikes, history of Santa Fe, etc.). We'll be back!
  • 01/12/09
    Positive Rating
    Ken & Eldeana , Norman OK
    • Christmas in Santa Fe NM in itself can make for some wonderful memories, staying at the El Nido is just the icing on the cake. Almost immediately you feel at home while being drawn in to its rich history; waking up in the morning to the 130 year old ceiling beams to looking out the window at the neighborhood of adobe homes. However do not let this antique old home fool you it has all the modern conviences, wireless internet, satelite TV, modern kitchen and a new updated bath, not to mention those luxurious bathroom towels ...:) Each morning enjoy your coffee or breakfast at your private kitchen table while the morning sun comes streaming in the kitchen window. Also, a short walk to the Plaza shops and history of downtown area of Santa Fe. Linda, your wonderful host, has spent many years living in the area and quite knowledgeable of the town and its history. She is very available for any questions you may have. Thank You Linda for making this holdiay a very memorable one for us. We will see you again. Ken & Eldeana, Norman OK
  • 11/01/08
    Positive Rating
    Mary and Greg , Clarkston, MI
    • Very comfortable and clean! Great location which is convenient to everything. We felt very comfortable in this quiet neighborhood. We are definately planning on staying again when we return to the area. Linda was very charming and helpful.
  • 10/16/08
    Positive Rating
    Margaret Hungerford , Oakland, CA
    • This was the perfect place to stay in Santa Fe and such a bargain! Cozy and very comfortable with a wonderful kitchen. It was so convenient to be only a short walk to the Plaza and other historic places. Would definately stay here again and would recommend it to anyone going to Santa Fe.

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Dates available: Year Round
Before contacting us, please check our calendar for your desired dates.

Note: Each property is individually owned or managed.

Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #154580

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