Location: Historic Eastside, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA (Off Canyon Road and one mile from the Plaza.) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
Former residence of noted Herman Miller textile designer and Santa Fe folk art collector Alexander Girard, this wonderfully decorated 2 bedroom suite condo is 2780 square feet with a full kitchen available. The great room and dining area are adjacent to the large portal which affords wonderful outdoor dining and relaxing while viewing the pristine Sangre de Cristo Mountains or the beautiful garden enclosed within the compound walls. Only 4 units occupy the 3/4 acre grounds. Each unit is over 2500 square feet in size with great separation. The common garden grounds are best enjoyed by the unit we are presenting to you here.
The location of Girard Gardens Compound is one block off Canyon Road which is the main gallery location for Santa Fe. In addition to art galleries, several world class restaurants are located within walking distance of the unit. Two parking spaces are provided for your use off street.
The seasons are transitioning to winter and what better place to spend a few weeks than Santa Fe? Skiing is just 20 minutes from Girard Gardens up the mountain. All the restaurants and shops are open as usual and the usual tourist crowds are nil. Common down and see what it feels like to be a local for a while.
Of all the many famous artists and artisans who visited Alexander Girard over the years, Charles and Ray Eames and Georgia O'Keeffe frequented the garden and compound on a regular basis when in town. This was O'Keeffe's "home away from home" when she came to Santa Fe and visited the Girards. From the portal you can view the spectacular skies and the snowcapped Sangre de Cristo mountains or the magnificent Cristo Rey Church. In spring and summer lush gardens within the compound offer desert colors and nature's sounds for a day or evening of calm, quite relaxation. Your own private relaxation area awaits you within the unit's private deck and under the unique portal.
The entire East Side of Santa Fe is the oldest settlement of the historic town. The Santa Fe River flows parallel to Canyon Road which is adjacent to the compound. A short walk has one gallery hopping down one of the most beautiful art roads in the United States. A few blocks farther down and you are on the famous Plaza with all its vendors and great shops and galleries plus places like th Georgia O'Keeffe Museum and the Loretto. Along San Francisco St. are many fine stores and our own performing art center..The Lensic..with something of interest happening almost every night. Downtown has its share of wonderful galleries and restaurants. A new convention center is currently under construction. The La Fonda Hotel brings back the charm of old Santa Fe when turistas came to search out Indian jewelry and crafts. Vendors still line the Palace of Governors selling their wares. The Santa Fe Opera is world famous and is only a short trip north of town near Tesuque. Spending time in Santa Fe is most enjoyable at all times of year. Winter has skiing just one half hour away from Girard Garden. If you travel a short way up Canyon Road to the end you will find the Audubon Society refuge with its 140 acres of space available for hikes.
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Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking: Two spaces designated near entrance gate in parking area. Plenty of off-street parking near Cristo Rey Church
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed (2) : Brand new Stearns and Foster mattresses
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (3) : Comcast on demand.
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: Small Webber
- Deck/Patio: Large entrance portal with table and chairs for dining al fresco. The views are quite beautiful from this portal which measures 20 X 30 feet. A unique feature is a large fir tree growing through the floor and roof.
- Gazebo: Common garden to compound features a vine covered pergola with table and four chairs
- View/Location
- Mountain View: Sangre de Cristo Mountains are snow covered during winter .
- Communications
- Broadband Internet: Comcast Broadband
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Beautiful view of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and Cristo Rey Church plus a wonderful walled garden surrounds the unit.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Not Suitable for Children
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 28 years or older
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Regular Season .... Oct 27-May 24 .. $250/night .. $1600/week
Peak Season ....... May 25-Oct 26 .. $275/night .. $1850/week
Thanksgiving Holiday ............... $350/night .. $2400/week
Christmas Holiday ............... $350/night .. $2400/week
Cleaning Fee $85. Security Deposit $400
Please inquire via phone or email regarding minimum stay and actual availability.
Online calender not maintained.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Secluded Compound Garden Home In Santa Fe, New Mexico
Year Purchased: 1999
Why the Owner Chose Historic Eastside
Comfortable and secluded walled compound with a beautiful garden and only four unit sin the development. It is close to all of the Plaza and other points of interest such as Museum Hill and the Audubon Society Refuge plus mere 30 minute drive to Ski Santa Fe.
The Unique Benefits at this Condo
It is a quiet refuge away from the hustle and bustle yet close to everything.
Owner's Map of Historic Eastside
That's Tom Muller, owner, on the left with his good friend famed Santa Fe sculptor Gib Singleton who is a frequent visitor to the compound. Tom writes music and has an interest in a local Santa Fe recording studio. He also encourages folks to google Gib's work online. Santa Fe has many wonderful artists of all kinds and offers diverse cultural events ranging from the famed Opera, Chamber Festival, Indian Market, Lensic Theatre productions, International Museum of Folk Art and many more. Alexander Girard, famed Herman Miller chief textile designer of the 50s and 60s, originally owned the compound where Tom's unit is and he also was one of the world's greatest folk art collectors. It is his collection on display at the Museum of Folk Art close by.
Property Photos
- Entrance and Portal to Unit 3 Girard Gardens - Eastside, Santa Fe Vacation Rental, With Mountain & Garden Views, Great Area for Biking, Wildlife Viewing.
- View of Christo Rey Chrurch and Sangre de Cristo Mountains from Portal - Eastside, Santa Fe Vacation Rental, With Mountain & Garden Views, Great Area for Biking, Wildlife Viewing.
- Common garden grounds feature a vine covered pergola for your enjoyment - Eastside, Santa Fe Vacation Rental, With Mountain & Garden Views, Great Area for Biking, Wildlife Viewing.
- Garden takes you through a secret compound walled garden
- Another view of Unit 3 entrance from garden
- Great Room is large and comfortable with cedar floors
- Great Room from entrance
- Bedroom is quiet and relaxing with large bath and walkin closet
- Kitchen is fully equipped with Viking stove, Asco dishwasher and Sub Zero refer
- Dining area
- Cooking Galley with Viking gas range and oven
- Each large bathroom has shower and tub plus a large walk-in closet
- Natural light fills the great room from two skylights.
- Another shot of master bedroom and decor
- Our immediate neighbor is Cristo Rey Church, the largest adobe church in the US
- Canyon Road and its art galleries are only a few steps away
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