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El Caracol Court 15 mins North Of Santa Fe!

Riverfront vacation home with an outdoor pool and a hot tub

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El Caracol at Twilight
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El Caracol's front entrance with late summer flora
Overhead view of El Caracol
Pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 164000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Pojoaque, NM
  • Place, Don Quixote Distillery and Winery
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Cities of Gold Casino
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Poeh Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

Primary Ensuite (Downstairs)

1 Queen Bed

Private Bedroom (1)

1 Queen Bed

Private Bedroom (2)

1 Queen Bed

Sunroom

1 Double Bed

Upstairs Loft

1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms

Hallway Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Primary Ensuite's Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Suite's Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

El Caracol Court 15 mins North Of Santa Fe!

Welcome! Our home is on a two acre lot nestled in the beautiful Nambe Valley, just outside of Santa Fe. It was built by renowned local architect Allen McNown, and his son Mark, whose family lived here for four decades. "Caracol" is spanish for "snail" which is the shape the house was built by McNown made out of adobe, lava rock, and wood from the area. It is a special house with a lot of history, and borders the Pojoaque Creek which is a tributary for the Rio Grande 10 miles away. The house has a very unique, curved feel due to the spiral theme. A one of a kind home with nearly 4,000 sqft of living space for large groups. Cell signals are very iffy outside of Santa Fe (and sometimes within), so do take a picture of the map and front gate before driving out here. There are some Ubers in town but few that come out here so having your own cars is recommended. There is plenty of parking here for as many as 8 cars if need be My assistant and I are readily available via texting through the app or our phone numbers. We are 15 minutes north of Santa Fe, in Santa Fe County and Pojoaque Pueblo, next to Nambe Pueblo. Off the scenic road to Taos one hour away. There are wonderful hiking and biking trails within minutes of our home we would love to share with our guests. We recommend having a car as there are some Ubers in town that would come up here, but cars are more practical. With plenty of parking on site for up to eight vehicles.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts cash
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses 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

Santa Fe

Located in Santa Fe, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Poeh Museum and Bond House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Don Quixote Distillery and Winery and Towa Golf Resort. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pojoaque, NM

What's nearby

  • Don Quixote Distillery and Winery - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cities of Gold Casino - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Poeh Museum - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Santa Fe Plaza - 19 min drive - 30.1 km
  • Loretto Chapel - 20 min drive - 30.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Fe Depot - 20 min drive
  • Los Alamos, NM (LAM-Los Alamos County) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thunder Race Book - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sopaipilla Factory Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does El Caracol Court 15 mins North Of Santa Fe! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at El Caracol Court 15 mins North Of Santa Fe!?

As of Feb 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Caracol Court 15 mins North Of Santa Fe! on Feb 9, 2026 start from $594.89, 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.

Is El Caracol Court 15 mins North Of Santa Fe! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at El Caracol Court 15 mins North Of Santa Fe!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at El Caracol Court 15 mins North Of Santa Fe!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is El Caracol Court 15 mins North Of Santa Fe! located?

This family-friendly Santa Fe vacation home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Don Quixote Distillery and Winery and Cities of Gold Casino. Poeh Museum is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Comfortable for our large group.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jorge T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is great, we had a fun family time, the bedrooms were very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very unique house outside of town. Amenities amazing! Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gus T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house has so much character. The amenities with the pool, hot tub and game room were great! Great spot for gathering with plenty of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydney W.

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

Leadership Trip

We had an amazing time at this beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it! The house was super cool and the opportunities to gather as a large group on the property were perfect for us. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

AlphaOmega C.

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

great place

This is a great place to stay, the owners are very responsive
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

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

3 generations at El Caracol

We made trips to nearby Bandelier and Nambé Falls as well as several trips to Santa Fe and were happy to come back to the house for the pool on hot days. The kids enjoyed the game room, too.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob T.

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

Santa Fe June 2025

Great property! Easy to communicate with manager, over all excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

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

Great house, comfortable

Great house, clean and comfortable for 11 adults. 2nd time booking and will book again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

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

Relaxing in Santa fe

Property was exactly how is was described!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tom C., Springfield, Missouri, USA

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

Rustic Setting

We enjoyed our stay at this unique home, it was a very rustic setting in a quiet and peaceful area. The architecture of the home is very cool!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Treva R.

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

Overnight Stay

Host was available & responsive. Hot tub was great, especially after a long week. Plenty of living space & room for everyone. Enjoyed cooking in the kitchen & eating in the dining area. Peaceful & relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

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

El Caracol stay

Beautiful property in our Land of Enchantment. The architecture and history is awesome. Very clean and comfortable . Easy and convenient access. Property contact was quick to respond and helpful with instructions. Super cool location near the creek. We all loved the pool and hot tub, which is evident are well cared for. Highly recommended..
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophia W.

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

Santa Fe week

We had a great time at this property! 5 kids, 8 adults, its a funky original property, pool and gameshed were great! We would come back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verna S.

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

Family vacation

This is a very interesting house which was sufficient for our family of 13. The property is well kept, we enjoyed the pool and just hanging out in the beautiful surroundings. The owner was very attentive to anything we lacked. The location was good for daytrips into Santa Fe and nearby places of interes.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Family reunion

This house was one of several used to accommodate a large family reunion. It became the central location because of the pool, hot tub and game room. Everyone enjoyed the facilities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daryl M.

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

Our home for the hunt

We really enjoyed our stay at this place while hunting lions in NM. This house is really unique, if the walls could talk it would be an interesting story. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam M.

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

Home away from home

overall we were mesmerized of the design of the home. and very accommodating for a large family like we had. and even though we can in the winter the hot tub was a definite hit . almost did not need to leave the property is as you were in your own oasis
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randa S.

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

Christmas 2024

Really cool property and house! Very comfortable and roomy. We visited the Santa Fe plaza, skied, gambled, and went to the spa. Something for everyone all just a short drive. Love the mid century vibe. Adam was great! Communicated well and accommodated requests. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianne K.

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

Multi Generational Family Stay

We had ages 2 to 83 and this was the perfect house for our 10 person family vacation. The location was easily accessible for all our day trips in and around the Santa Fe area and the property and pool were a plus for all the kids. We would stay here again with our question.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

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

El Caracol - the snail - see the picture of this facility!

El Caracol is a unique and amazing home. It is charming, warmly decorated, and open. The pool and the hot tub were enjoyed multiple times. Its proximity to Chimayo, Nambé, Los Alamos, Bandelier, Santa Fé, and Meow Wolf makes it an ideal location for a family and multi-generational getaway. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Caitlin D.

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

Lovely home!

Overall great home with a lot of room for our large party of ten! The house itself was so unique and fun to stay in and learn the history of. Amenities were great and we had everything we needed! The host was around a lot and there were people doing yard work. It didn’t interrupt our stay and he did warn us in advance that he would be coming by, but I haven’t had this experience before.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

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

Such a unique place

Loved this house. I’ve certainly never stayed in a house quite like this. Location was great but our teenage group did wish it was closer to town. The younger crowd did love the shed though. Great place for them to hang out for as long and as loud as they wanted to be. My only wish was better water pressure in the shower. Owner was so responsive to anything we needed. We had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

roseanne r.

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

Amazing Family memories!❤️❤️

Adam was the most wonderful and accommodating host. The house is unbelievably beautiful and unique. All the bedrooms were extremely comfortable and there was everything you could ever need in the kitchen as well. The pool never really needed to be heated as it was perfect temperature without it. The Jacuzzi was amazing And the kids just love going from the Jacuzzi to the pool. Also, the game room was a huge plus and it had everything they loved. Again, thank you so much for a wonderful stay and sharing your beautiful home with us. We will definitely be back and recommend your home to all our family and friends .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

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