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Casa Ambrosia: Mountainous Views in a Beautiful River Valley [#182867] | View Property
El Rito
House, 2 Bedrooms + Sunroom, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-5)
$160/nt - $960/wk - $2800/mo
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Traveler Reviews (14)
Great Place to stay
Guest: Napa610
(Central IL)
Date of Stay: 07/05/11
Review Submitted: 07/08/11
WOW! Everything you might need or want is here. If you want to be away from the hussle and bussle this is the place. It is 1.5 miles off the main road but well woth the bumpy ride. You will enjoy the peace and quiet, and will enjoy the fully equiped kitchen. This home gave my wife and I a great break away from our nomal life.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Peace, quiet, beauty
Guest: David
(Austin, Texas)
Date of Stay: 12/25/10
Review Submitted: 03/22/11
We've retreated to Casa Ambrosia each of the past two years during the Christmas holidays. I'm sure we will go many more. The house, the setting, the privacy, the views, the quiet, all make it a perfect retreat. Hiking starts right outside the door, Abiquiu is nearby. This place is nothing but magic. Watching one sunrise through the large windows of the upstairs bedroom is enough to wipe away a year's stress. The house itself is quite comfortable. We love the fireplace and sunroom. There's a television, but why turn it on? When our time is up, we never want to leave. I highly recommend it for those seeking some peaceful time.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Larry
Guest: Larry
(Houston Tx)
Date of Stay: 09/26/10
Review Submitted: 03/23/11
"We had a peaceful, restful time. We return to our jobs well rested and look forward to returning to the area next year!"
Recommended for:Age 55+, tourists without a car.
Casa Ambrosia is the Perfect Retreat
Guest: Becky W.
(Great Bend, Kansas)
Date of Stay: 09/23/10
Review Submitted: 03/21/11
A stay at Casa Ambrosia was just what we needed! We are leaving feeling relaxed, renewed and able to be creative again. So glad we stayed an extra night. It made all the difference. While we were here we soaked at Ojo Caliente until we could barely walk, took a nap beside the Rio Chama at Abiquiu Lake, and sat on the patio late at night listening to the forest & star gazing. Thank you for sharing your amazing home -- so comfortable, not pretentious, just perfect! We've stayed in million dollar homes in Santa Fe but now we're hooked on El Rito, Northern New Mexico & Casa Ambrosia. Hope to be back again soon.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
I am hooked.
Guest: D
(Paxico)
Date of Stay: 09/13/10
Review Submitted: 03/27/11
We had originally planned to stay two nights, it was so amazing we asked to stay an additional night. You feel like you are inside a telescope at night, so much closer to the stars than back in Kansas." I have told everyone in my family how great is was, and I plan to go back. I think I could stay there for an entire week and be perfectly content. The owner was wonderful. This was the best experience we have had with VRBO properties.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Wow! Peacefulness with INCREDIBLE Views
Guest: mb
(Santa Fe, New Mexico)
Date of Stay: 09/11/10
Review Submitted: 11/25/10
Having stayed at Casa Ambrosia several times over the years, I would have to say that it ranks very high on my ‘favorite places in the world to be’ list. I love the views of the mountains, the natural beauty of the surroundings, the incredible peace and serenity, and the wonderful comfortableness of the house. Don’t forget to go for a soak at the Ojo Caliente hot springs spa to totally surrender to a relaxing experience!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
We Loved Casa Ambrosia! A Perfect Retreat!
Guest: Very Happy Cabiner
(Albuquerque)
Date of Stay: 08/26/10
Review Submitted: 04/04/11
We had such an amazing weekend in the beautiful Casa Ambrosia abode. Every morning started with a hike, and then we cooked in the lovely and well-stocked kitchen, read outdoors on the patio with a gorgeous view, watched movies in the cozy living room, took long baths, and slept in the fabulously clean and airy bedroom with a wonderful nature view. Our car never left the driveway. The house is by far the best, most stunning, most well-stocked we've ever stayed in for a weekend getaway. The round rooms, high ceilings, tiled floors, windows everywhere, and unique layout made us want to build our own Casa Ambrosia someday. We were so grateful for the incredible hospitality and generosity in sharing this little slice of paradise with us.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Summer 2010
Guest: Esther
(New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 08/19/10
Review Submitted: 03/28/11
We stayed in Casa Ambrosia in August 2010. We could not have wished for a better place. We loved staying there, the tranquility, the sunsets, the stars at night... the kitchen was extremely well equipped, the barbecue was a very nice addition. There were a lot of books to read (which we enjoyed) and the wireless internet worked perfectly. We had a wonderful time, and we hope we can come back! it was an excellent base to explore New Mexico, and so wonderfully close to Ojo Caliente hot springs.... very recommended!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.
Fabulous vacation!
Guest: Cyndie
(Kansas City, MO)
Date of Stay: 07/01/10
Review Submitted: 03/22/11
What a wonderful time we had! We woke to beautiful vistas and went to sleep under zillions of stars. Weather was perfect. Couldn't ask for anything better. The sunroom was a great hangout for all of us. We spent the week with our two dogs who enjoyed the new sites and smells. Everything exceeded our expectations, from initial inquiry through the entire stay. Thank you for sharing Casa Ambrosia with us! There's still more we'd love to do. Next time!
Recommended for:Pet owners, romantic getaway.
Seclusion with a view
Guest: Floyd
(Canon City, CO)
Date of Stay: 06/03/10
Review Submitted: 03/21/11
Casa Ambrosia is on four acres but feels like more thanks to the lush vegetation which surrounds the property. The view towards the mountains really makes it;always changing; one night we watched an electrical storm which really put on a show. The property was clean and well-equipped. The owner was very helpful, in fact when we encountered a plugged up drain she personally drove two hours after a full day of work to take care of it. I would recommend this property to friends and relatives.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Relaxing Visit
Guest: Tom
(Albuquerque)
Date of Stay: 04/24/10
Review Submitted: 04/03/11
Casa Ambrosia is a beautiful & secluded retreat. Convenient to get to from central New Mexico and Southern Colorado. We had a wonderful time mountain biking, visiting Ojo Caliente and Ghost Ranch, fishing and just relaxing at this beautiful home. I would recommend it it to anybody for a long weekend or extended stay. Thanks, Alicia.
Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Casa Ambrosia is a Dream!!!
Guest: Amy
(Denver)
Date of Stay: 03/27/10
Review Submitted: 03/21/11
"We had an AMAZING time at Casa Ambrosia! Thank you so much! We thought the place was perfect, and it was a great home base for all of our adventures. We came home everyday tired and happy for such a beautiful home! Can't think of anything you could do to improve on the place. I will absolutely tell friends about the best New Mexico retreat possible!"
Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
A Haven in the Mountains
Guest: Prairie Bird Woman
(Newton, Kansas)
Date of Stay: 01/04/09
Review Submitted: 03/21/11
Despite being a writer, I fear words cannot do justice to my 35 days in this wondrous, nurturing house. Every detail was perfect. My 76 miles of hiking deepened my appreciation of this complex landscape and ecosystem. Such riches! My stay was in January. Most days were bright, sunny and comfortable for hiking in the national forest, although snow covered the ground through most of the visit and nights were wonderfully chilly, making the fireplace an attractive option. I rarely saw anyone else while on my hikes, which was perfect for me, since I came for the solitude. The house itself has a welcoming spirit. I felt very safe and at home, as if the place was truly mine for that time. I hope I have the opportunity to stay there again in other seasons. I will never forget the magic of Casa Ambrosia!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Great Place to Get Away!
Guest: C&S
(Austin, TX)
Date of Stay: 12/22/08
Review Submitted: 03/21/11
We loved staying at Casa Ambrosia. Very relaxing and picturesque. The vacation home had everything we needed and a nice, spacious sunroom for eating meals. This is a perfect spot for those seeking a private getaway as well as those interested in sightseeing. This place will make you forget your troubles!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.