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Desert Luxury Retreat

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Exterior Front
Exterior
Street entrance
Hallway entrance

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Your private spa moment
    A rare find — soak and unwind in the jetted bathtub.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer and dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Las Cruces, NM
  • Place, Paisano Pete
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Recycled Roadrunner Statue
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, New Mexico State University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Las Cruces, NM (LRU-Las Cruces Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom (2)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom (3)

1 Double Bed

Master Suite (1)

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Suite Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Desert Luxury Retreat

Our exquisite luxury retreat is located in the gated retirement community of Picacho Hills in beautiful Las Cruces, New Mexico. Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac, the home offers breathtaking views of the Las Cruces city lights and the majestic Organ Mountains.

Important Property Rules:
• Primary guest must be 30 years or older, as this is a retirement community.
• No parties or events allowed.
• Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM.
• NO SMOKING OR VAPING INSIDE OR OUTSIDE THE PROPERTY.
Any evidence of smoking, vaping, marijuana use, or cigarette disposal on the property will result in an additional $1,000 cleaning and remediation fee.

Enhanced Cleaning & Guest Safety:
COVID-19 enhanced cleaning and safety measures are implemented at this property. High-touch surfaces are disinfected between stays, linens and towels are washed in hot water, and guest self check-in/check-out is available for your convenience and safety.
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This is our home away from home, and we are excited to share it with you. Enjoy all the comforts of home combined with the luxury you deserve.

This stunning 1,750 sq. ft. Southwestern retreat features ceramic tile throughout, skylights, Nichos, high ceilings with exposed log beams, and warm architectural charm.

The spacious primary suite is privately located at the back of the home with direct patio access — the perfect place to enjoy a quiet sunrise with coffee or tea. Relax with the HD Smart TV and streaming apps, or unwind in the luxurious en-suite bath featuring:
• Jacuzzi soaking tub
• Separate walk-in shower
• Double vanity
• Walk-in closet
• Private water closet

Fresh linens, towels, extra pillows, blankets, toiletries, toilet paper, and a hair dryer are provided for your comfort.

The second bedroom includes a queen bed with convenient access to a full bathroom, while the third bedroom features a comfortable full-size bed.

High-Speed Wi-Fi & Entertainment:
Enjoy ultra-fast Wi-Fi (1,000 Mbps), ideal for remote work, streaming movies, or staying connected.

The living room features an HD Smart TV with access to Netflix, Prime Video, and your favorite streaming apps. The open-concept layout connects the living room, dining area, and kitchen, creating a spacious and welcoming environment for families and guests.

The kitchen is fully equipped with:
• Granite countertops
• Stainless steel appliances
• Gas cooktop
• Convection oven
• Dishwasher
• Refrigerator with filtered water and ice
• Keurig and traditional coffee maker
• Cookware, bakeware, dishes, and utensils

We also provide thoughtful extras such as paper towels, dish soap, and pantry essentials to make your stay as comfortable as possible.

Additional Amenities
• Washer & dryer
• Laundry supplies
• Iron & ironing board
• Solar energy system
• Water softener
• Alarm system
• Free parking
• Nearby golf course and restaurants

A Ring doorbell camera is installed at the front gate, and a camera is located in the back patio for security purposes.

For your safety and peace of mind, the home is equipped with carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors, and a monitored alarm system.

Nearby Attractions:
We love this home because of its peaceful setting and proximity to incredible outdoor activities. Picacho Peak hiking trails are only 15 minutes away, offering scenic views of the Mesilla Valley and Organ Mountains, along with trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding.

Historic Mesilla, New Mexico — just 12 minutes away — is famous for its rich Wild West history, adobe architecture, unique shops, restaurants, and cultural events.

Billy the Kid’s trial was even held there.

Please treat our home as you would your own.
• No parties
• No unapproved overnight guests
• Late checkout fee: $50 unless prior arrangements are approved before departure

If there is anything you need during your stay, our local host is available for prompt assistance.

We look forward to hosting you!

Keywords: House, rental, vacation, luxury, senior, wifi, free parking, washer, dryer, quiet, traveling nurse, specials
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off heater or air conditioner.
Set alarm
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quite hours 10 pm - 6 am. No overnight parking on street per HOA rules. No disposable wipes to be flushed in toilet.
Ring doorbell is installed at front gate entry.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 228850
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Seniors-only community
This property uses some solar energy
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Las Cruces

Located in Picacho Hills, a neighborhood in Las Cruces, this vacation home is in the mountains. Las Cruces Museum of Art and Las Cruces Museum of Fine Arts and Culture are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Recycled Roadrunner Statue and Fountain Theater. Paisano Pete and Branigan Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting, rock climbing, and mountain climbing.
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Las Cruces, NM

What's nearby

  • Paisano Pete - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Recycled Roadrunner Statue - 5 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Luna Rossa Winery & Pizzeria - 6 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Mesillia Plaza - 7 min drive - 10.3 km
  • New Mexico State University - 8 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Las Cruces, NM (LRU-Las Cruces Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zeebs Fruit Ice Burgers and Fries - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Los Mariachis - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Desert Luxury Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Desert Luxury Retreat?

As of Jun 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Desert Luxury Retreat on Jun 18, 2026 start from $195, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Desert Luxury Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Desert Luxury Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Desert Luxury Retreat located?

Located in Picacho Hills, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Recycled Roadrunner Statue, Rio Grande, and Paisano Pete. Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park and Las Cruces Museum of Art are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best experience!!! Patricia was wonderful and was able to accommodate our family. We had the best vacation and her home was exactly what we needed and more! We will definitely stay here again!Lynne Penn-Leon
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very inviting and comfortable home, nice and quiet neighborhood, beautiful vistas, has everything one needs for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owner was excellent to communicate with.
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second time staying at this home! Very clean and comfortable. Well fitted to cook dinners on nights you don’t want to enjoy the quaint local restaurants. Outstanding service! We will stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was visiting for a celebration of life so wanted something relaxing. It was an immaculate, charming home with a lovely view! Such helpful support when I needed it! Would pick this home again over others in the area! Thank you!
Morning sunrise!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome and attentive host, the place was beautiful. I'll be back for our next air racing event!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary Ann O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very comfortable home with a perfect view of the mountains. Quiet neighborhood; we really felt “at home”. NUMEROUS TV & sports apps. AC/heat easy to operate. Owner/agent easy to reach. Would definitely choose this property again for a long term stay.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home - million dollar view

Fantastic well-appointed home with incredible Mountain Views - sunrise and sunsets bring joy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

Beautiful house!

The house is beautiful. Neighbors are very nice. I'd stay there again.
Stayed 30 nights in May 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunrise

Beautiful sunrises over the Organ Mountains. Good location as base to explore the area
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danny A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Working vacation with co-author

Lovely house, impeccably decorated, fantastic view.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 20, 2024
I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay. You are welcome back anytime. I can’t wait to read your book!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice home. Great location

Good location in out of town development. Great views of pecan trees and hills in daytime and city lights at night. Host was very flexible with us in booking during Covid-19. Great central location to visit wineries.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 9, 2023
Thank you for the great review. You and your family are always welcome!
Verified

8/10 Good

Robin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and relaxing

Very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Las Cruces home base

Top 5 comfortable bed. Awesome views. Great communication from owner.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 17, 2024
It was a pleasure to have you. You’re always welcome back.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant stay

Property was well equipped but in need of a good cleaning. Very nice location. Could use a fan on back patio. I would stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 9, 2023
I appreciate your feedback. We use a professional cleaning service and will make sure they are doing a thorough job. Thank you.
Verified

8/10 Good

christina l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good time!

Rented this place because it was close to the golf course. Linens were a little worn but not horrible. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great place to chill

We were exceptionally happy with our stay. The location was perfect for our desire to spend a few relaxing days in the Las Cruces area. The unit was clean and comfortable with all the amenities necessary. The app to open/close the garage door didn’t work but that was a minor inconvenience. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 3, 2024
You are always welcome back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Picacho comfort

This is a very comfortable house. The view from the patio overlooking Las Cruces and the Organ Mountains is beautiful. We had an issue with activating the app for the garage door opener (could have been "operator error") but we worked around it. Overall, the property is exactly as advertised and we would recommend it to fellow travelers.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Picacho Paradise

Our vacation home was wonderful in every way. The view of the mountains was breathtaking, and the amenities were more than we expected. Our RENTAL AGENT, Erin was super helpful. The volume button on the television turned off and on often without help from us and had to be reset often. The windows needed a good bath, and the beautiful deck needed a good cleaning. Other than those minor problems, the stay was great. We were there for five weeks, so a garage door opener would have really been appreciated. Thank you for a wonderful vacation home!
Stayed 37 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We are a retired couple escaping winter and enjoying the sunshine of Las Cruces. During our stay we had friends visit, and had plenty of room with the 3 bedrooms.The home is exactly as shown in this listing. We even saw the Roadrunner on the back wall! We enjoyed the beautiful unobstructed view of the Organ Mountains, and at night the distant twinkling of the lights of Las Cruces. The sunrise over the mountains is stunning.As we were here 3 months, we set up housekeeping and enjoyed the spacious kitchen, the pantry and laundry, everything we needed to feel at home. The gas fireplace was great for cool evenings. The patio is a quiet and private space to relax.The location is excellent… the home is located in a safe and quiet neighborhood, with easy access to all the community has to offer. Our favorites were the Saturday morning market on Main Street, Old Mesilla, the many art galleries in Las Cruces and Mesilla, and hiking at Dripping Springs. There are so many great restaurants in the area, our favorites were El Sombrero and Hacienda. We enjoyed volunteering at Casa de Peregrinos food shelf, so if you’re here long enough, check them out.The owners were very responsive to resolve an issue we had with a bed frame, and had a new bed delivered that same day!
Stayed 90 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful experience

Wish we could've stayed longer. Looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ROSEMARY S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Home

We spent the last two weeks in April in this lovely home. The amennities were great, like being at home. The back patio provided beautiful sunrises over the Organ Mountains while enjoying a cup of coffee. Sitting out there in the evening looking at the beautiful city lights was a wonderful way to end each day. I hope to return again in the future. My thanks to the Host for a lovely, serene two weeks.
Stayed 16 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazingly Positive Stay/Experience In Las Cruces, NM

Perfect Location on a quiet cul-de-sac... Wonderfully decorated and exquisitely clean. Very peaceful and serene environment, with a beautiful view of the Mountains. Erin was extremely helpful and professional in every regard! Property has all the amenities any one would ever want or need. Would strongly recommend this property to any one. Will hope that we can come back and stay again.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Debra S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Mountain View

Super convenient location in a quiet neighborhood. Loved the patio with the view of Organ mountains.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Picacho Hill House

Overall the house is nice, a few things could make it better. For instance, there was no soap for the dishwasher, we had 2 rolls of toilet paper for an 8 day stay, only 4 paper table napkins. The living room has only overhead lighting, no table or floor lamps, which would make it more inviting. The property however, is in a quiet neighborhood, with great views of the mountains, and isn’t far from downtown or Mesilla.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Patricia Ramirez

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My husband and I bought our home in 2007 to be close to our family. We live out of state but visit Las Cruces when possible.

Why they chose this property

This house is not only beautiful but also has a view of the majestic Organ Mountains. We love it for the historic Mesilla, hiking trails close to home, friendly community, art, space, museums and wineries. There is also a restaurant/bar with within walking distance.

What makes this property unique

I love the house for its unique style. The house has high ceilings, tile floors, fireplace, laundry room, spacious kitchen; lots of windows on the east side of the house which means lots of light; master bedroom walk-in closet, master bath double sink, jacuzzi tub, separate shower. The house is located in a quiet area cul-de-sac with a beautiful view of the city and the mountains.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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