Location: Abiquiu, New Mexico, USA (62 miles No. of Santa Fe. Georgia O'Keeffe country) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: casita, house
DEAR RENTERS: WHILE WE LOVE SHARING OUR CASITA WITH OTHERS, WE HAVE DECIDED TO ENJOY IT OURSELVES FOR THE REST OF THIS YEAR. THERE MAY BE SOME AVAILABILITY MID-NOVEMBER THROUGH MID-DECEMBER.
AND IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS PERIOD, DROP US A LINE. BUT AT THIS POINT, WE'RE NOT TAKING FURTHER RESERVATIONS. THANKS FOR YOUR INTEREST.
River Bend Casita ("small house") is set on a mesa near Abiquiu Lake, with spectacular 360-degree views of river estuary, cliffs and mountains in the high desert country of northern New Mexico. This 2-bedroom, 1100-square foot house was finished in July '08. It sits on 10 acres--remote, private, and extremely quiet. A HOT TUB sits by the private entrance to the master bedroom. Enjoy a soak at night, under the star-studded sky; the Milky Way earns its name as viewed from the hot tub. Read the Comments from the first guests at River Bend.
You can choose between two large porches or "portales" on which to dine, read, or just sit and gaze: to the west, you overlook the junction of two river estuaries, the Puerco and the Chama, which feeds into Abiquiu Lake; to the east, the distant Sangre de Cristo Mountains. To the south sits "El Pedernal," the 9,600 foot, flat-topped mountain that Georgia O'Keeffe made famous in her paintings; to the north, the brilliant red cliffs of Ghost Ranch.
A local wrangler, Fred Espinosa (575-613-2014), keeps his horses (some have been in movies) just off the mesa. You can see the horses from the living room. Fred offers trail rides--by the hour, half day, or day--at very reasonable rates--and he also offers lessons. Fred taught us to ride, and quickly had us out on stunning trails.
This area is called "Piedra Lumbre," land of the shining stone. Its rich, dramatic history-- truly the "wild west"--is presented in "The Valley of the Shining Stone, A History of Abiquiu," by Leslie Poling-Kempes, a beautifully written book. The casita is itself an ideal place for writing, with two desk tables in separate parts of the house: one facing south to Pedernal, the other facing north to Ghost Ranch. We have wireless access throughout the casita, via satellite.
There are ample opportunities for photography right on the mesa, and many more within walking distance. Early mornings and sunsets are often dazzling. Amateur astronomers will love the night skies. Hiking options are nearly endless. Abiquiu Lake, which you can see from the mesa, is a short drive--and on the way to Bode's General Store.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Washer in the unit near bedrooms.
- Dryer : Dryer in the unit near bedrooms.
- Linens Provided : Soft, fluffy towels and high quality bed linens.
- Off Street Parking : We're on 10 private acres.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace : Firewood provided.
- Beds
- King Bed : One Cal King: longer than a regular king at 72" w. x 84" long. One trundle bed: put together for a king size bed or separate for two twins.
- Twin/Single Bed : Trundle bed: your choice of two twins or put them together for a King bed.
- Convertible Bed : Noted above: a trundle bed in 2nd bedroom can be opened up to 2 twins or a king bed. We have sheets for both options. We also have a deep air mattress (queen) for the floor of more than 4 people.
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub : Hot tub near the private entrance to the main bedroom & living room. Wonderful star-gazing at night.
- Cable/Satellite TV : Satellite 32" flat-screen TV.
- DVD
- Video Library : About 30 DVD's for nightly film viewing.
- CD Player
- Music Library : About 6 CD's available, easy listening & classical.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : All brand new stainless steel, full size appliances
- Cooking Utensils Provided : All utensils for cooking plus crock pot, waffle iron, coffee grinder, blender & food processor, toaster, mircrowave. Very well stocked for cooking, including spices, oil, sugar, S & P, flour, condiments in fridge.
- Refrigerator : Plenty of ice available.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Two patios to capture the 360 degree views. Bask in sun or shade all year round.
- Lanai : One patio is fully covered. One is partially covered with latillas (narrow trunks of saplings).
- View/Location
- Lake View
- Water View : View of the winding together of two rivers before they enter Abiquiu Lake.
- Mountain View : Panoramic views of the Jemez range and the famous 10,000 ft. "Pedernal" that Georgia O'Keeffe made so famous in her paintings.
- Communications
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Plush, comfortable furniture, Mexican old wood furniture, 32" flat-screen TV, all brand new furniture and appliances, track lighting on dimmers throughout, tastefully decorated--every detail for your comfort.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : We ask that pets stay off of the furniture. No fenced area for pets, so they should be kept nearby.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : No stairs. A walker has been used here, but the bathroom door is too tight for wheelchair. Shower is roomy so a bench could be placed inside.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- Ojo Caliente Hot Springs is a 40 min. drive, great hiking in Jemez Mtns, good restaurants a 30 min. drive, daytrips such as Chama Wilderness, Bandelier, 1 hr.+ to Santa Fe and 1.5 to Taos; weavers & artisans in villages, many sites and adventures are within a 30-60 min. drive in all directions.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Two Persons: $155/night
Extra Persons/night over 4: $25/adult; $15/child.
Add: one-time $75 cleaning fee & @6.4% state tax
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
River Bend Casita at Abiquiu Lake
Year Purchased: 2009
Why the Owner Chose Abiquiu
We fell in love with Abiquiu on a cross-country trip, and kept coming back, year after year. We've done a fair bit of traveling, and this is by far our favorite spot.
The Unique Benefits at this House
The red rocks near Abiquiu Lake and Ghost Ranch make for one of the most beautiful sights in the southwest. Carson and Santa Fe national forests are nearby. The Chama Recreation Area provides many opportunities for activities on the water in a high desert setting.
Owner's Map of Abiquiu
We teach at the University of Maryland, and were lucky enough to find a second home in this beautiful place.
Property Photos
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- Chama River Estuary in view from inside the casita - Abiquiu Vacation Home Near The Lake
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- Great room/dining room, old Mexican tables, 32" flat-screen TV, wood fireplace - Abiquiu Vacation Home Near The Lake
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- West Face, North Portale; "Pedernal" south. One of two portales/patios. - Abiquiu Vacation Home Near The Lake
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- South Face/Portale. Warming passive solar gain in winter.
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- Red Cliffs (Ghost Ranch Area) View NE from both LR and Master BR.
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- Range/Jemez Mts View SW
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- Red cliffs at Puerco/Chama River Junction, as you hike the mesa.
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- Dining Room looking to the guest bedroom with trundle bed (2 twins or king)
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- Kitchen from Living Room. See Amenities: full list of kitchen items available.
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- Chama River Estuary in winter, view from large windows in living room
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- Bath Room with roomy tiled shower. (Hot tub is for soaking under the stars)
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- Kitchen with Island, from Dining Room. Pine vigas on ceiling.
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- Spacious master bedroom, high quality Cal-king, French doors to patio & views
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- 2nd Bedroom: French drs open to great rm. Comfortable king trundle bd,
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- "Pedernal" from the south portale, Evening
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- Chama Estuary 1/4 mile north of the Casita; boat & kayak ramp 9 mi. from casita
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