Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA (10 Min. Airport/Mountains; UNM; heart Abq; 55 Min. Santa Fe)
Accommodations: House, 1 Bedroom + Office, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: House
This house glows with life and creativity. The architect designed windows and skylights to fill the interior with a distinctive Southwestern light which enhances the vivid hues of the polished walls. Each room opens onto its own secluded, outdoor space with lavender, rosemary and native plants bordered by rock walls and stone benches. It’s a remarkably peaceful refuge only a block away from the restaurants, cafés, clothing stores, and eclectic boutiques of Albuquerque’s hippest district – Nob Hill on Old Route 66. It is a 10-15 minute walk away from the University of New Mexico, including the medical school and hospital.
The kitchen is fully equipped with vintage, Route 66-era red gas stove and refrigerator, as well as a contemporary toaster, microwave and both French press and drip coffee makers. In the pantry, you’ll find an energy-saving Swedish washer and dryer. A farm-house table allows you to take full advantage of the light streaming through the French windows to the west. A step down from the kitchen, across the bamboo flooring, is the main living area. It is equipped with a large, recessed flat screen television and blue-ray DVD and plug-in Bose equipment for your I-Pod. The elegant down couch is comfortable enough for a good afternoon nap. The gas-burning stove gives extra warmth on chilly days.
The house rises to accommodate the landscape as you move towards the study and the master bedroom. The study has two desks and full internet/wireless service on request. A leather couch folds out into a full bed. The walls are hung with pieces from the largest private collections of photographs by Tony Gleaton, known for his portraiture of people from the African Diaspora in the New World. Next to the study is a full bathroom in audacious pink. Down the hall, the master bedroom offers a queen-size bed and its own regional gas stove. It flows into a changing area and large bathroom, complete with a Jacuzzi bath and shower.
For sunny New Mexico days, outdoor dining and seating dot the front and back courtyards in which a boutique landscape designer has orchestrated an array of seasonal blooms.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
January special: $90/night
REGULAR SEASON RATE: $100/night; monthly rate varies seasonally
7% NM Gross Receipts Tax
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2008
We are retired academics who are currently working on a biography of John Mercer Langston, the son of a slave and a major political figure in the 19th century. We enjoy the natural beauty of the Southwest and the opportunities for dining, walking, listening to jazz and exploring that Nob Hill and the greater Albuquerque area offer. And then there are our grandchildren . . . Here I am with my grandchildren on a Mexico adventure. --Aimee
Why the Owner Chose Albuquerque
Nob Hill is filled with interesting little shops and restaurants to explore as well as peaceful neighborhoods. This house is a character-filled, lovely and quiet writer's retreat near the liveliest part of town. It's the best of both worlds.
The Unique Benefits of this House
Proximity to major university, jazz, restaurants, wine bars, art galleries, paths along the river and mountains, availability of skiing and outdoor sports.
Property Photos
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- Living Area and Retro Kitchen - Albuquerque House in Nob Hill 10 Minutes from University of New Mexico
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- Light-filled entrance - Albuquerque House in Nob Hill 10 Minutes from University of New Mexico
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- Master Bedroom - Albuquerque House in Nob Hill 10 Minutes from University of New Mexico
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- Work. Peace.
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- Outdoor Dining
Traveler Reviews (6)
Great Stay!
Guest: Bets
(Fountain Hills, AZ)
Date of Stay: 11/19/11
Review Submitted: 01/06/12
We stayed in this home while visiting with our family over the holidays. The home is very inviting and comfortable with its open floor plan, brightness and eclectic furnishings. Nob Hill is only a short walk to a variety of excellent restaurants, pubs and shopping. Pamela is very accommodating and easy to work with. We would highly recommend this home to family and friends.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.
Wonderfully ecclectic
Guest: Rhonda
(Amarillo, TX)
Date of Stay: 10/29/10
Review Submitted: 11/01/10
My husband & I had a great stay in this home. One block off Central Avenue, within minutes to UNM, downtown, Old Town and the Botanical Gardens. We felt at home the moment we opened the door. There are exceptional pieces of art, from the kitchen appliances, paintings & photographs, books and linens. The house was very clean and open, with wonderful natural light from sunrise to sunset. The outdoor patios are serene and intimate. We hope this home is open each trip we take to Albuquerque. Thank you Pamela for your insight and hospitality.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
GREAT HOUSE, GREAT LOCATION!
Guest: Sangita
(Houston,Texas)
Date of Stay: 10/10/10
Review Submitted: 10/17/10
Our family of four really enjoyed our stay here! The home is very clean, spacious, and beautifully decorated. Pamela was excellent in answering all of our questions and was very helpful throughout our trip. The home is in a great location in Nob Hill, really close to so many restaurants and local attractions. We would defintely stay here again and would recommend it to family & friends!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing, families with young children.
You couldn't ask for more
Guest: Hawaiian traveler
(Honolulu, Hawaii)
Date of Stay: 06/19/10
Review Submitted: 06/29/10
My husband and I enjoyed a fabulous week at this charming Nob Hill home. We were in town for our son’s soccer tournament, and we were so lucky to be able to stay in this home rather than in a dreary hotel room. The house is impeccably clean, very comfortably furnished and decorated, and is equipped with everything you could possibly need. It’s a very short walk to Central Ave, with its array of recommended restaurants and fanciful shopping, and a short drive to many of Albuquerque’s other visitor attractions and the airport. This is a fine blend of style, comfort and practical accommodations, and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Albquerque. Pamela, the owner’s daughter, was gracious and responsive to all our questions.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
I love this place
Guest: MarenT
(Lafayette, Indiana)
Date of Stay: 03/14/10
Review Submitted: 03/26/10
The house was beautiful and luxurious. Very open floor plan, gorgeous paint colors, red retro stove. The master bath has a big tub with whirlpool jets. There is another full bathroom. The study, where my children slept, has no door and some interior windows built into its wall. This was fine for us but if you wanted more privacy it could be a problem. Outside the house is a big deck with at least two different places to sit on sunny mornings. One patio is outside the master bedroom. We too found Pamela very pleasant and helpful. I recommend this place and will certainly stay here again next time I visit Albuquerque.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, sightseeing, families with young children.
Guest: Guadalupe2
(El Paso, Texas)
Date of Stay: 03/22/10
Review Submitted: 03/22/10
We stayed here 2 nights. the home was very clean and decorated very nicely. There were a total of four of us. We were very comfortable. The location was perfect. You are a walk away from all the wonderful shops on Nob Hill. In addition, while not real close, you can very easily get to old downtown and museums. We plan to visit and stay here again soon. Pamela, the owners daughter, was very pleasant and easy to deal with.
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