Old Town Albuquerque

Guest: Gina B.
Date of Stay: 12/23/11 Review Submitted: 01/03/12

We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed our stay in this lovely home. The house was quaint, cozy and clean. It was a perfect way to spend Christmas with our two kids. The kitchen had all the key essentials. With two kids it was great to have access to a washer and dryer. The location was perfect for us. We walked to the children's museum, the park across the street from us and to the restaurants. If I had to point out anything it would be that it took a little while to figure out the heaters. Because we flew to Albuquerque it was hard to travel with blankets and pillows. I would have been nice to have extra blankets, pillows and maybe even a pack-n-play for our youngest. I would highly recommend this property to friends and family. Thanks for a great stay!

Owner response:Thanks for the great feedback! I am always happy to hear when people really enjoy their visit, and also appreciate specific information that points to ways to tune the house's set up for the most pleasurable experience. Thanks very much. Carol Prather

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great stay

Guest: cl (BC Canada)
Date of Stay: 10/20/11 Review Submitted: 11/16/11

This is a nice house walking distance of museums & Old Town shopping & restaurants. Its a quite neighbourhood with a park across the street. Having such a nice place to stay really made this trip for us. The house was everything that was advertised. We loved the idea of staying in a 100 year old adobe house. Having new bathrooms makes staying in an older house very nice. The property owner made the whole process very easy and provided suitable information. If we come back to Albuquerque we will plan our visit around the availability of this house.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Old Town House

Guest: Chase E.
Date of Stay: 10/01/11 Review Submitted: 10/11/11

The GOOD: 1. Great location - across from the park, museums across from the park and walking distance to Old Town 2. Good room sizes 3. TV and wireless internet worked well 4. Good house for small children 5. A/C (swamp cooler) worked well The BAD: 1. we had a bug problem as I killed numerous bugs inside the house 2. showerhead in master bath barely worked but we used the other shower with no problem 3. coffee grinder was advertised but was not found at the property All in all our experience was OK at best. If the bug problem and shower in master could be fixed the house would be great!

Owner response:First, I very much appreciate the timely feedback. I sincerely regret any inconvenience the issues listed above might have caused and will be addressing them immediately. Specifically: With respect to pest control, I have a reputable pest control service that guaruntees their work, so I will be going back to them immediately for follow up and resolution. With respect to the shower head, I'll be having the shower head assembly replaced directly. With respect to the coffee grinder, there was a coffee grinder at the property, but it has apparently gone missing. Will source a new one shortly. Sincerely, Carol Prather Owner

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Wonderful Vacation Spot

Guest: Molly (Mpls., Minnesota)
Date of Stay: 04/13/11 Review Submitted: 04/21/11

We had such a nice stay at this lovely unique Adobe home. The house was comfortably decorated & very spacious. We especially loved the park across the street since our Son & Grandaugher came down to visit for a couple days. It was so relaxing just to be able to get up in the morning & sit out on the patio & enjoy the back yard with a cup of coffee or in the evening with a beer. The house is in a perfect location & Old Town was easily within walking distance & we would walk into town every evening and try a different place to eat or shop. We like to try different places to vacation & we would highly recommend staying at this home if you decide to go to New Mexico.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

The Perfect House and Location

Guest: Left our hearts in Albuquerque (Minnesota and Michigan)
Date of Stay: 03/08/10 Review Submitted: 04/25/10

We were fortunate enough to rent the house for 2 weeks, and, it was the best vacation ever--the home is so comfortable, and, has so much character. Location is perfect. We enjoyed excellent meals at Little Anitas, and, Church Street Cafe, both within walking distance. Had a great time shopping in Old Town, and, taking day trips to rock hound and sight see. And, always a joy to come home to "our" home. Thanks for sharing your home, Carol!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Great house but never got deposit back

Guest: Bubbagirl (Albuquerque, NM)
Date of Stay: 10/20/09 Review Submitted: 01/20/10

I rented this house for family during my wedding. It was a great place to congregate and everyone who stayed there loved it. It is in a perfect location and very clean and well kept, however, this was in late October '09 and we haven't received the deposit back still. I tried to contact the owner multiple times but never heard from her. I asked the cleaning people if we had left the house in a state where we shouldn't expect the deposit back and they said that it looked good when we left. Pretty disappointed as I had wanted to rent the house again for friends and relatives.

Owner response:I just received notice of this review, and checked my records. I confirmed that I had made an error, and immediately returned the deposit. I have reviewed my tracking and communication system, and taken steps to ensure no repeats. I sincerely appreciate guest feedback, and just wish I had realized the problem sooner.

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Perfect location!

Guest: LYO (Merced, CA)
Date of Stay: 10/15/09 Review Submitted: 10/27/09

This was the ideal home for our 5-day stay in Albuquerque. The home is open, airy, comfortable and beautiful. The location was perfect for us. For the adults, Old Town is a short walk away and for the little ones, Tiguex Park is literally across the street while The Explora Science Center and Children's Museum is right around the corner. This home is in a safe, quiet neighborhood, offers a wonderful back yard and patio and has everything one needs to relax. We will not hesitate to book this property again and we thank Carol for opening up her lovely home to us.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Great place for gathering

Guest: sregiaco (Galesburg, IL)
Date of Stay: 06/12/08 Review Submitted: 07/16/08

This house was charming from top to bottom. It was exactly what I expected. It felt like something you would find in Napa Valley - the difference being the accent of chilies in stead of grapevines and the cozy addition of the kiva fireplaces. It was the perfect place for my friends and I to gather for a small reunion while we attended a friends wedding. It was clean and the location was very quiet and peaceful. You can see several of the Albuquerque museums (And Tiagua Park) from the front door yet you do not loose the feeling that you are in a residential neighborhood. It is a stone's throw from the shops in Old Town with plenty of local artisans and restaurants within walking distance. The owner seems to travel frequently or I just happened to catch her near vacation time. She always responded to my questions & messages but sometimes it took a while to hear back from her - but when I did, she was always very helpful and courteous. My one word of caution is that the streets of Old Town Albuquerque are covered with crawling bugs. Big ones. Even though the night air is enchanting in the desert, if you visit in the summertime, I suggest sleeping with the windows shut and the air on instead. That being said, I am still giving this place five stars since it is a city problem and not the fault of the owner. Now, if one morning you find that you don't want to make breakfast be sure to check out the Church Street Cafe behind San Felipe de Neri Church. If it's warm enough, ask to sit outside in the back garden near the coi pond. Everything we had there was delicious. We went there twice during our three day stay. If I ever return to Albuquerque I would be pleased to stay here again.

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, families with teenagers.

a Home Away from Our Home

Guest: toga (Saratoga Springs, NY)
Date of Stay: 02/01/08 Review Submitted: 03/19/08

My first time experience with HomeAway was a most pleasant one. After searching on the internet for a rental property in Albuquerque NM, which for me was a new concept, I found my way to the perfect fit for our month long stay. The historic adobe in Old Town was better than we could have imagined. You always go into these "unknowns" holding your breath. This was such a nice surprise. First, the house lived up to its description. It had the charm of yesterday and updates to make it warm and comfortable. The Kiva fireplaces were kept busy as we were there in February and kept us very warm and cozy. The layout of the house allowed for many a delightful night for family dinners and visiting friends. Bedrooms were large and outfitted with beautiful linens. The bathrooms were updated...loved the clawfoot tub in the master bathroom...and the kitchen a delight to work in and very well equipped. The condition of the house was very clean and well maintained. Although we did not get a chance to truly enjoy the backyard because of the cold weather, I can only imagine leisurely hours of reading, relaxing and outdoor barbeques in a vey peaceful setting. The convenience of the location was a big perk. Old Town was a stones throw away. The shops and restaurants abundant. A beautiful park across the street was constantly filled with the sounds of children having fun. I took my grandson out for daily three mile walks, which we both enjoyed and felt very safe in the neighborhood at night. Carol, the owner, was very accommodating and helpful throughout the process. I would highly recommend a stay in this lovely old adobe to anyone visiting the area. I will myself revisit in a warmer month so that I can experience the whole package!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.