Abiquiu Lake Casita--Stunning Views of Red Cliffs and Lake Abiquiu, New Mexico Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 81865

View north towards Abiquiu Lake and red cliffs surrounding Ghost Ranch

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Location: Abiquiu, New Mexico, USA (75 Min. N. of Santa Fe; above Abiquiu Lake, Hwys. 84 & 96.) View Map

Accommodations:  Casita (small house), 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)

75 min. North of Santa Fe, Abiquiu Lake Casita is far from highways and noise--but for the sounds of birds and wind over the mesa.

Our "casita" (little house) is set high on a mesa overlooking Abiquiu Lake and the red cliffs of Ghost Ranch, where Georgia O'Keeffe lived and painted. We're located in an area called Piedra Lumbre, or Shining Stone; which you reach by taking Hwy. 84 past Abiquiu for six miles, then turning west on Highway 96 toward the Jemez mountains, and Abiquiu Lake. The casita is set one and a half miles above Abiquiu Lake.

To take advantage of the incredibly long and wide-open views down valleys in all directions, we have built two "portales" (porches), one on the north and one on the south sides of the casita, so you can sit on the north side and gaze down the valley and over the lake to see the red cliffs, or you can bask in the warmth of the sun on the shaded southern portal, as you look across valleys towards the surrounding Jemez Mountains and Cerro Pedernal, the 10,000-foot, flat-topped mountain that O'Keeffe loved to paint and the Native Americans regarded as a spiritual site. Since there are no city lights to compete, sunsets, sunrises, and the endless stars at night are spectacular from both porches - especially from the outdoor Hot Tub.
We live in Santa Fe and are available to our guests, almost by the hour.
PS We have a low mileage Jeep Liberty, off road SUV, available to rent for winter months, and spring to fall for off road exploration. Full-size auto rates (Enterprise), which are half the SUV rates.
You might also consider Amtrack travel; we'll pick you up at the historic Lamy station and send you on your way.

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• Amenities
  • Washer: Washer & Dryer in the casita. Laundry soap supplied.
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided: Ample supply of large, soft towels and bed linens provided.
  • Off Street Parking: Plenty of parking available.
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
  • Wood Fireplace: Traditional Kiva fireplace. Firewood provided.
• Beds
  • King Bed: Extremely plush 16" thick mattress. Firm support but soft for the joints.
  • Convertible Bed: Top of the line queen Air Mattress--very comfortable. Queen.
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV: Satellite. Over 100 stations accessible. Large TV in LR; 20" in bedroom.
  • DVD
  • Video Library: Extensive DVD collection (over 30 quality DVD's, including drama, foreign, musicals and comedy.
  • CD Player
  • Music Library: A dozen CD's provided. Mostly classical, especially guitar and flute.
  • Private Hot Tub: State of the art new tub outside with extraordinary views. Seats 4 easily.
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: Also a microwave & toaster. See other features below.
  • Cooking Utensils Provided: Also a wok for Asian cooking, blender, coffee grinder, waffle iron.
  • Refrigerator: Large with large lower drawer for lots of frozen specialties from--we recommend--Trader Joe's in Santa Fe.
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio: North and south patios to capture main views. Two very comfortable patio dining sets with padded chairs.
• View/Location
  • Lake View: Great hiking down to the lake, 1-1/2 miles, or in the nearby Jemez Mtns., 20 minutes away.
  • Mountain View: All around mountain view: 360 degrees. Hiking around lake area and property is immediate; Jemez Mtns is just 15 - 20 minutes away; Chama and Bandolier is a day trip
• Communications
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet): We are wireless but an ethernet cable is provided as well.
• Other Amenities
  • Extremely Plush KING BED w) 16" mattress, and a Queen Sofa-bed w) AIR MATTRESS--very comfortable, Private, roomy Outdoor HOT TUB (facing Abiquiu Lake and the brilliant red cliffs), Traditional Kiva Fireplace, radiant heat (through floor), Two TV's (Satellite), 27" TV in living room and 20" flatscreen in bedroom, CD Player and Radio, Quality DVD's and CD's provided, Wireless Internet by satellite, Full Modern Kitchen, Blender, Toaster, Coffee bean grinder--Bring Coffee Beans, Waffle Iron and more, All Linens provided, Iron, No phone lines in this area--nice break-- but most cell phones work here and in other high areas, We've added mountain bikes, 2 new adult bikes, and 2 kids bikes
• Suitability
  • Pet Friendly: Pets must be socialable, other dogs in the area.
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Sailing
  • Boating
  • Swimming
  • Mountain Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Rock Climbing
• Other Activities
  • Archeological Sites, Lake Swimming, great golf course approx, 30 minutes away, Bring your own boat for Motor Boating, Windsurfing--public access near the junction of hwys 84 & 96, Contact Ghost Ranch for classes in art, music, writing, Spanish, others, While out for a drive and sightseeing, visit wonderful restaurants in the various communities, from 20 to 45 minutes away, Bode's General Store in Abiquiu has a very good deli, fresh and packaged foodstuffs, wine, and other basic supplies, Two fine art galleries offer a wide range of local arts, and the Abiquiu Artists' Studio Tour brings collectors back to Abiquiu each fall, Ghost Ranch offers concerts, talks, classes, and other events, especially in summer, But mostly people come here to explore the incredible landscape and to relax, to read, to write, to paint, or to just be together with family, close friends--or someone special

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Two Persons: $145/nt
Extra Persons:  $25/nt for each adult; $15/nt for each child
A $75 cleaning fee is added to above rates.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 01/25/10
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  Alicia and Jerry Ostriker , Princeton, NJ
  • This casita was everything we hoped for and more. The views were even more spectacular than we imagined, with O'Keefe's red rocks to the north, her Pedernal mountain to the south, the Sangre de Christo range to the east, where we watched some stunning sunrises, more mountains to the west, changing light all the time--great for photography! We had snow, which meant less hiking but more snugness, and the casita is both beautiful in itself and beautifully decorated with local art--plus books, maps, games, cds and dvds to entertain us to our hearts' content, and plenty of cooking utensils. Last but not at all lest, the lovely hot tub to soak in...gazing at a skyful of stars, or at snow falling round. Thank you so much, Scott and Glynn. Alicia and Jerry Ostriker, Princeton,NJ
• 12/06/09
  Positive Rating
  , Parker, Colorado
  • Dear Scott, Kevin and I just returned home this evening from our wonderful stay in your casita. We loved the view of the lake from the house. This was our first time to Abiquiu and we loved it. What a beautiful home away from home. You were correct - that bed is one of the most comfortable I have ever experienced. Thank you for a wonderful place to stay on our mini-vacation.
• 11/22/09
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  Lillian Downing , Pacheco, CA
  • VRBO came through for us again !!!! What a truly awesome location we found with Abiqui’s Lake Casita !!! We spent a perfectly wonderful “autumn” week in this beautiful adobe casita. All our needs were met in this tastefully decorated home, along with all the comforts of a hot tub, gas barbeque, a good bed, a wonderful tiled shower, plus add to that the “most beautiful 360 degree view one can imagine.” Along with all that, we had the best owners, with Scott & Glynn that truly cared about our needs. We ventured out from California via Amtrak. Yes, by train. It is a fun relaxed way to see the country. We had pre-arranged with Scott to rent his ’95 jeep (better than having to go to a car rental). He was great right from the start with his phone and email exchanges. He met us at the train depot in Lamy, with camera in hand to snap the beginning of a truly wonderful adventure. There is a lot to see in New Mexico. We ventured out to many points of interests from Chama, Los Alamos, Taos and Santa Fe, etc. Did we miss staying with the rest of the tourists? Not at all. We had the world to ourselves on top of that mesa, watching the sun and clouds change the view of the Pedernal and the Red Cliffs from moment to moment. And if you can’t remember what stars look like, you’ll be glad to know that they still exist, living above Abiqui’s Lake Casita! We can already hear the train whistle blow for us to return again….this time for 2 weeks!! Lillian & Mike Downing, Pacheco, CA
• 07/13/09
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  Stacie & Skip , Albuquerque, NM
  • What an amazing place! I can't believe that we were able to find such a relaxing and peaceful place only two hours from our home in Albuquerque. I am embarrassed to say that I have lived in Albuquerque almost all of my life and have never visited Abiquiu - I would go on about the Casita, but I think all the wonderfulness has been covered in the other 37 comments. What an incredibly magical place. We had fun all day and then relaxed in the hot tub at night. Thank you Scott & Glynn - we will be back!
• 07/09/09
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  John & Judy Feigal , Houston, TX
  • We stayed in this beautiful casita for a week the end of June, first part of July, 2009. It is everything you see on the website and more! Scott and Glynn have done a fantastic job in decorating it in southwestern style, but also with comfort. Like I mentioned in the journal I wrote in before we left, this is a magical place! How do you describe the fabulous views all around the casita with the mountains in the background? The sunrises and sunsets were spectacular, and on numerous occasions we got up in the middle of the night to look at the stars. They were incredible. One of my favorites was experiencing a double rainbow after a rain one day. You'd have to live under a rock not to appreciate the beauty of this place. There is lots to see and do here; we hiked Chimney Rock at Ghost Ranch, the Plaza Blanca formations next to the mosque; the Puye Cliff Dwellings were so interesting; a must see! Ojo Caliente Hot Springs is also fun to do. We took a day trip to Santa Fe and enjoyed the art galleries and shopping. Los Alamos is another great little town! If you want a place that is peaceful and relaxing, then this is it. You will absolutely love it!!!
• 07/07/09
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  mohammad , allen, tx
  • Awesome place, the best cabin I have ever stayed. Nice view and the out door hot tub was extra fun. The owner (Scott) is a very nice person and don’t mind going an extra mile for you comfort. And the housekeeper Brenda is very nice and helpful too. I am already planning my next trip there. ….
• 06/15/09
  Positive Rating
  Eric & Janet , Appleton, Wisconsin
  • May 25 - 31, 2009 Our first visit to New Mexico Five Stars Enjoyed the quiet, remote casita - very comfortable! Beautiful panoramic views! Thanks for the awesome directions/instructions & great recommendations.
• 04/25/09
  Positive Rating
  Bob Stains , Beverly, MA
  • 11pm. You are sitting in a soothing hot tub, drink in hand, under the darkest of skies. Yet the millions of stars that spill from every direction illuminate the ground like a new moon. Close your eyes and you can feel them: ancient light sliding softly over your skin. So far away and yet so tangible, they oversee The Great Silence that stretches across the desert night. Silence broken only by murmurs of the Eternal, carried on the breeze: "Peace. Be still. Welcome." This is the message everywhere you turn in and around the Casita. Wood stacked for your fires. Utensils for your cooking. A bed you won't want to leave. A secluded location with a commanding perspective. My wife and I visited for a week, having a "stay-cation" far from our Northeast home. We have no dining recommendations because we made all of our meals in the casita's well-appointed kitchen. Why go out when you can dine with a 360-degree view of some of the most spectacular scenery in the world? So we cooked, ate, soaked, felt the stars, watched the sun rise and set and viewed some of the excellent DVDs that Scott and Glynn have assembled. It's a wonderful place where all the creases and knots of urban Northeastern life were smoothed and loosened. We did venture out to see some of the sights. The mountain Pedernal presides over the landscape, so massive that it is more like a planet than a mountain, its gravity keeping the surrounding world in place. Plaza Blanca looks more like the moon than anything on earth. The rocks at Ghost Ranch are stunning, and walking the labyrinth there is a powerful experience. Echo amphitheatre is interesting and fun. If you really want an adventure, drive the 13 mi., cliff-hugging, rutted dirt road to Christ in the Desert Monastery. It is neither for the faint of heart nor the poor in faith. Never, ever consider driving it if it's wet. But it's worth the ride: mile after mile of rugged, untouched country, a sinuous, raging river, and breathtaking vistas at the top of each hairpin turn. If you're thinking of getting away, get to this Casita while you can. With a fabulous house, an amazing location and attentive owners (who also have good decorating sense), you can't go wrong.
• 04/12/09
  Positive Rating
  Judy Morris , Denver, Colorado
  • We have rented dozens of vacation homes, and this one is by far the nicest one. Many have a great view, comfortable furniture, stylish decor, good location, well stocked kitchen or features like a hot tub or nice fireplace. This one has it all, and in addition, there is privacy without having to drive far off the grid. We have stayed here twice, and will be back. There is no more affordable, quality lodgings available.
• 09/29/08
  Positive Rating
  Karen Furlotte , Brampton, ON
  • We had the pleasure of staying in this beautiful casita from Sept. 19th to Sept. 22nd, which I must say was not long enough. The casita itself is so warm and cozy, the decor is wonderful and the extra amenities provided by Scott and Glynn are perfect. The view from this fabulous home is beyond description. We have tried to express in words the beauty of the landscape but have been unable to do it justice. We, too, hope that not too many people find out about this place as we intend to return and would be terribly disappointed if it was not available to us. We visited Ghost Ranch and made the hike to Chimney Rock - the most stunning views you can imagine. Relaxing in the hot tub under the stars after a long hike was a perfect way to end a perfect day. We wish to express our thanks to Scott and Glynn for allowing us to spend time in this wonderful, magical place. We are just sorry that we did not have the opportunity to meet them and thank them personally, maybe next time. It was an experience that will not be forgotten. Sincerely, Karen & Don, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

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