Front of 102 Pena Place
Location: Guadalupe, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA (On the West side near the Plaza) View Map
Accommodations: Bungalow, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
Keywords: Casita
Description: Casita de la Luna is the epitome of the charming, authentic (original adobe) casita which everyone looks for when visiting Santa Fe. It is located within a 10-15 minute (.7 mile) walk of the center of old Santa Fe’s picturesque plaza.
In the summer enjoy our private walled garden (shared with our other casita, Casita del Sol) with comfortable outdoor seating. In the winter, cozy up by your own kiva fireplace (wood provided in winter months). The property is very private and quiet and features authentic hand-painted Mexican tile and coved ceilings with original vigas. Upon your arrival, you will find all the ingredients for a continental breakfast!
Amenities: Deep porches with comfortable benches. Private walled garden with comfortable seating. Furnished with hand-carved Southwestern style furniture. Kiva fireplace and complimentary firewood (in winter months). Flat screen HDTV with satellite service and HBO, VCR, DVD, stereo CD player, high speed WiFi. The casita features fully equipped kitchen with stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, full size refrigerator, as well as all utensils, dishes, etc.
The bedroom features fine linens for a wonderful night’s sleep. There is a full sleeper sofa in the living room. The sunny atmosphere is the result of skylights throughout and the casita is tastefully decorated with attractive artwork and hand-woven rugs. There is off-street parking available. Laundry facilities, iron and ironing board.
The casita is maintained with care and pride and we have lots of return guests!
Casita de la Luna is approximately 830 square feet and features:
· Wood floors in living room and bedroom; tile in bathroom
· Large spa tub in bathroom, as well as a separate shower
· Inviting king size bed in the bedroom with iron headboard and footboard
· Full sleeper sofa in the living room
Area:
Casita de la Luna is located in the historic Guadalupe district, at 102 Pena Place. It is a short walk to the Santuario de Guadalupe, the Georgia O’Keefe Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts, Palace of the Governors, etc. Restaurants within easy walking distance include the Cowgirl Hall of Fame, the well known Coyote Café, the renowned Pink Adobe, as well as many others. There are many shops and galleries filled with lots of interesting and attractive merchandise.
A/C: The property does not have air conditioning and it is not necessary. This is the original adobe construction which has been used in New Mexico for centuries. The adobe walls keep the casitas cool in the summer and warm in the winter. The only kind of air conditioning that I could put in these historic buildings would be window units and I refuse to do that as they can be quite noisy and unsightly. We do have fans available for the summer months if people want to use them. In addition, in Santa Fe, the nights are about 30 degrees cooler than the days, so we do not have warm summer nights. We have guests who return every summer and know that the casitas are very comfortable. I remember a couple from Southern California who stayed with us a few years ago. They were concerned that there was no air conditioning, but they decided to stay anyway. They later told me that they were totally comfortable and were very pleased to have stayed in our property.
Restrictions:
Sorry, but no pets allowed.
Minimum Stay - 1 week
Cancellation Policy:
High Season Rentals - (June, July, August, September and holiday periods) Minus a 15% charge, deposits for high season rentals will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 60 days prior to arrival date. If notice of desire to cancel is made 60 days or less for high season rentals, the deposit will be refunded only if the casita can be re-rented.
Other Rental Times - Minus a 15% charge, deposits for other rental times are refundable if the cancellation is made more than 30 days prior to arrival date. With notification of desire to cancel 30 days or less before arrival, the deposit will be refunded only if the casita can be re-rented.
**We have another one-bedroom casita, Casita del Sol. VRBO listing #268310.
Santa Fe Short Term Rental License #11-00104719.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : In a very clean and well kept laundry room, shared with our other casita. Laundry soap, etc. supplied.
- Dryer : In a very clean and well kept laundry room, shared with our other casita.
- Linens Provided : Quality linens. Down pillows, and a synthetic pillow available too for those with allergies.
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace : Wood supplied in winter months.
- Beds
- King Bed
- Convertible Bed : Full-size sofa bed in living room.
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath : Separate stall shower as well.
- Cable/Satellite TV : Flat screen HDTV with satellite service and HBO.
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Opera-world famous Santa Fe Opera (summer season); symphony, live theatre; high quality performing arts and visual arts.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Regular (Oct-Nov & Jan-May)............$ 895/week ..$1950/month
High (Jun-Aug)......................$1150/week ..$2400/month
September..............................$1050/week ..$2100/month
December................................$895/week ..$2050/month
Christmas (Dec 19, 2011-Jan 02, 2012)..$1150/week
On stays less than 30 days, I must collect a 7% lodger's tax
and forward it to the City of Santa Fe.
**MINIMUM STAY - ONE WEEK
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Beautiful Adobe Casita - Walk to Plaza- Check Out Comments
Year Purchased: 2002
Why the Owner Chose Guadalupe
10-15 minute walk to the plaza, but less expensive than staying on the East side. A few blocks from the new Railyard.
The Unique Benefits at this Bungalow
I always put in the makings for a breakfast (cereal, milk, juice, bread, jam, fruit, butter) so people won't have to arrive in the afternoon and then immediately go find a grocery store.
Owner's Map of Guadalupe
My husband and I bought this property more than nine years ago. When I first saw it, I knew it was the one because of the privacy, quiet, peacefulness and short walk to the plaza. I love owning the property and the people who come back year after year. We have lived in Santa Fe for over 10 years and live a little bit outside of the city limits. We have a 13-year-old son, two collies and a cat.
Property Photos
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- Front of 102 Pena Place - Santa Fe, New Mexico Apartment/Lodging Rental
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- Entrance to 102 Pena Place showing part of parking area - Santa Fe, New Mexico Apartment/Lodging Rental
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- Entrance to 102 Pena Place - Santa Fe, New Mexico Apartment/Lodging Rental
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- Looking into the Garden through the front gate
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- Garden
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- Garden
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- Entrance to Casita de la Luna (#3)
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- Living Room in Casita de la Luna
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- Living Room in Casita de la Luna
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- Kitchen in Casita de la Luna
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- Kitchen in Casita de la Luna
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- Bedroom in Casita de la Luna
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- Bedroom in Casita de la Luna
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- Bedroom in Casita de la Luna looking into the bathroom
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- Bathroom in Casita de la Luna
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- Bathroom in Casita de la Luna
Traveler Reviews (29)
Exceeded expectations
Guest: vaquero
(Calgary, Alberta, Canada)
Date of Stay: 12/21/11
Review Submitted: 12/27/11
The Casita de la Luna exceeded our expectations. The Casita is beautiful, peaceful and well situated, being within walking to the historic Plaza. There are shops and restaurants nearby to satisfy all. The creature comforts of home have been provided by the owners, Roxanne and Andy. Love the Santa Fe style and would not hesitate to recommend this location to our friends and family! Already starting to plan our next trip to Santa Fe.
Owner response:Dear Mr. & Mrs. G, I am so glad that you were comfortable in the casita and enjoyed your visit to Santa Fe. We would be pleased to have you return at any time. Roxanne
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
repeat stay at our favorite spot
Guest: Alix and Grif
(Washington DC)
Date of Stay: 08/22/11
Review Submitted: 09/10/11
My husband and I have stayed at the Casita de la Luna twice for three weeks at a time, and we cannot say enough good things about our experiences. The casita is beautifully maintained, artistically furnished and very comfortable. The patio is an ideal place to sip wine, nibble cheese and read after a strenuous day of sightseeing in Santa Fe. We hate to share this wonderful secret place with others! It is so convenient to everything one would want to do and see, and has the added benefit of returning one to the serene oasis of the casita at the end of the day. Perfect!!
Owner response:Mr. & Mrs. J, It is always a pleasure having you guys stay at the casita. You are wonderful guests. Hope you have a very pleasurable fall and winter. Roxanne
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
New Year's Stay
Guest: Texas Red
(Lubbock, Texas)
Date of Stay: 12/27/10
Review Submitted: 01/04/11
My husband and I have just returned from this darling casita in Santa Fe. It was everything we'd hoped for: well located, warm, and well maintained. It looked just like the pictures. We met the owner, she was making sure everything was in order: fresh fruit, bread for breakfast, keys, etc. Very well located, not just to the plaza and downtown, but to the interstate, art galleries, 2 shopping malls with grocery, theatre and casual and fine dining. We had snow and freezing cold in the single digits, but we were warm and cozy. The pinion wood for the fireplace never ran out, it almost made things too warm with the other heater. The king size bed even had a heated blanket and fine quality sheets. Our week was over too quickly, we'll definitely return.
Owner response:Dear Mr. & Mrs. D - It was a pleasure to meet you. I very much appreciate you taking the time to post your comments. It is still quite cold here and I hope that you are a little warmer in Texas. We look forward to your next visit. Roxanne
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Home Away from Home
Guest: James & Pamela
(Indiana)
Date of Stay: 03/28/10
Review Submitted: 04/12/10
Andy and Roxanne thought of everything to make our stay in Santa Fe our home away from home. The location was convenient as we were able to walk to the places we wanted to. They also provided fruit, milk, juice, cereal and a nice gift basket of goodies to help provide us with food to get us started on our stay. We definetly recommend this beautiful casita to our friends. We would stay there again
Owner response:Dear James and Pamela, I am glad that you enjoyed your stay at the casita. Thank you for taking the time to enter your comments on-line. I am sure that it will help others who are looking for a place to stay here in Santa Fe. Come again anytime! Roxanne
Recommended for:Sightseeing, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Guest: Gary from Wisconsin
(Wisconsin)
Date of Stay: 02/09/10
Review Submitted: 02/09/10
What a wonderful place: exactly like the photographs in every detail. Comfort and cleanliness and convenience are impossible to portray in small online pix, however, and Casita de la Luna scores at the top on all counts. The neighborhood, an early barrio in the Railyard district, is made up of interesting adobe residential compounds, edged by shopping and services. The private compound of which the Casita is part is close to pretty much everything you'd want to see in and around the Plaza. Highly, highly, highly recommended.
Owner response:Thanks a lot for taking the time to do this review. I hope you can come again some time. Roxanne
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Guest: Michael & Lauren
(Austin, TX)
Date of Stay: 12/06/09
Review Submitted: 12/06/09
Casita de la Luna was a wonderful place to stay in Santa Fe this November. We came for some peace and quiet away to give thanks ahead of the holidays and found it. The casita was well stocked and furnished and even with the cooler than normal temperatures during part of our stay the casita was easy to heat up after having been out in the day. Near everything, you could walk to most things for the distance. I easily imagine visiting Santa Fe again and looking for availability in this casita.
Owner response:Many thanks for your remarks. It was a bit cold when you were here, however, tonight and tomorrow we are expecting a big snow storm. I imagine that you are happy to be back in Austin. Please come again any time. Roxanne
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Guest: Greg & Kathy
(Los Angeles, Califronia)
Date of Stay: 10/24/09
Review Submitted: 10/24/09
We recently spent one week in Santa Fe staying at Casita de la Luna. Upon entering the Casita, we knew we had chosen the right place to stay. The decor was so tasteful and comfortable and was such a nice place to return to after a day of exploring Santa Fe. The Casita had everything that we needed. What a nice surprise to find thoughtfully chosen foods for breakfast the first morning (no dashing off to the market first thing). Also included, a nice basket of fruit and another filled with local goodies - chocolate, cookies, coffee. The cleanliness and the comfortable furnishings really made the Casita feel like home away from home. The extra added bonus was that it was within walking distance of the plaza, railyard (which has a wonderful farmer's market)and more. We would love to return to Santa Fe again in the near future and would stay at Casita de la Luna for our next visit.
Owner response:Dear Kathy and Greg, I'm so happy that you were pleased with my efforts to try to make your accommodations comfortable. Thanks for your kind comments. Roxanne Connan
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Guest: Dick and Carol Cushing
(Olympia, Washington)
Date of Stay: 10/01/09
Review Submitted: 10/01/09
Our stay could not have been more enjoyable. Casa de Luna is perfect for a Santa Fe vacation, so comfortable and convenient. An easy walk to the plaza and downtown Santa Fe. After a long day of touring, hiking or whatever it was so nice to return to. It has all the information and conveniences anyone would want. We look forward to a return visit.
Owner response:Dear Mr. & Mrs. Cushing, Thank you for taking the time to enter your comments. We would welcome you back at any time. Roxanne Connan
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Guest: Tom and Karen2
(Riverside, PA)
Date of Stay: 06/26/09
Review Submitted: 06/26/09
Casita del Sol (the companion casita to Casita del la Luna) is one of the finest places we have stayed in more than 35 years of traveling in the US and abroad. The property is delightful, with a private, well-maintained garden, and is meticulously maintained. The amenities and appointments are first rate, from the furnishings, to the bedding and linens, to the laundry facilities and the completely stocked kitchen, to the thoughtful and much appreciated complementary breakfast foods and Santa Fe snacks. Not a thing is overlooked. In this respect, the casita is without peer. We felt like we were housesitting for a friend rather than lodging at a public accommodation. On top of it all, there is not a better neighborhood to stay in all of Santa Fe. It was dead quiet at night; the only sound was the patter of rain on the roof. We kept wondering where the barks of the neighborhood dogs were--nothing! Plus, the casita is located a short stroll from the Sanbusco shopping district, the newly remodeled train yard complex and the plaza. The off-street parking is a most welcome addition. We've stayed in Santa Fe many times over nearly 20 years and this was our best experience yet. We commend for providing such a wonderful place at such reasonable prices. Certainly, this won't be our last visit.
Owner response:Dear Tom and Karen, Your kind comments mean so much to me. It is a real pleasure to own these casitas and interact with the people who stay there. Thank you for recognizing the efforts that I take to make this the best experience that I can for folks coming to visit Santa Fe. Come back soon! Roxanne
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Guest: Barb 3
(Appleton, WI)
Date of Stay: 06/07/09
Review Submitted: 06/07/09
It was a delight to stay at Casita del Sol. Everything that you could want or need was provided by Roxanne. From the wonderful bread and cookies, to cereal, milk, fruit, coffee etc. The patio was aslo a wonderful extra. It is a great place for coffee in the morning, and relax with a glass of wine in the evening. It is an easy walk to downtown Santa Fe, and other restaurants in the area. It is nice to leave the car behind and walk this beautiful city. Also, having Sharon in Casita #1 to answer questions and give suggestions on what to see in New Mexico, and where to eat in Santa Fe was another plus. I would stay at Pena Place again, without a second thought. Thanx again, Roxanne!!!
Owner response:Dear Barb, Thanks for letting others know that you enjoyed your stay in our casita. I know it will be helpful to future guests. Come again soon! Roxanne
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