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Terrific Charming Casita, Old World look with all the modern conveniences.

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A building with a stone entrance, a number '408' on the wall, and a small garden area with a pathway leading to the entrance.
A barbecue grill with a wooden countertop and a sink attached to a building with a view of a desert landscape.
A gated entrance with a metal gate and brick walls, a street lamp, and a clear sky.
A kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave, toaster, and a coffee maker.
A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, an oven, and a window with a plant.

Reviews

10 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.
Sleeps 3•1 bedroom•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Rio Rancho, NM
  • Place, Rainbow Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Rainbow Dog Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Balloon Fiesta Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Common area 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

+1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Terrific Charming Casita, Old World look with all the modern conveniences.

Secured gated New Mexico Casita, with private patios and tons of free parking, views of the lights of Albuquerque, plus non active volcanoes and the Sandia Mountains. Hot air balloons launch on most mornings around the house. Enjoy sunsets, wildlife like; barn owls, quail, vultures, Cooper Hawks, roadrunners and the sounds of coyotes moving thought the desert on a nightly prowl. During the sunsets you will see Great Horned owls swooping down to get their nightly snacks while thought-out the day you will see, Red-Tailed Hawks, 2 foot Crows, and Turkey Vultures fly over daily. We have just added a private blocked in back patio and out-door kitchen facing west, to enjoy our fantastic high desert sunsets - Natures best.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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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 is not permitted
Please deposit your trash (kitchen, bath and bedroom) into the receptacle by the parking. Green bin is for recyclables. Gray is for trash. Thank you.
Please clean all used dishes and place back into cabinets. Thank you.
Please call us when you arrive. The phone number will be in our letter the day before your arrival date.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2902515vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Rio Rancho

Located in Rio Rancho, this villa is in the mountains. Casa San Ysidro and Coronado Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Paradise Hills Golf Club and Desert Greens Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Santa Ana Star Center or State Farm Bernalillo Soccer Complex. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Rio Rancho, NM

What's nearby

  • Rainbow Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Rainbow Dog Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Santa Ana Star Center - 13 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Balloon Fiesta Park - 23 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Sandia Casino - 29 min drive - 25.8 km

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 31 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dion's Pizza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dion's Pizza - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Terrific Charming Casita, Old World look with all the modern conveniences. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Terrific Charming Casita, Old World look with all the modern conveniences.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Terrific Charming Casita, Old World look with all the modern conveniences.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Terrific Charming Casita, Old World look with all the modern conveniences.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Terrific Charming Casita, Old World look with all the modern conveniences. located?

Situated in the mountains, this villa is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Rainbow Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Southern Plaza and Paradise Skies Park. Presbyterian Rust Medical Center and Ridgeview Village Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Michael and Bernie Trissell

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Michael is from Ramsgate England, born abroad of an US American father who was in the US Air Force. Michael (a US Navy Veteran) was the City Coordinator and Manager of the world renowned "NM Veterans Memorial Park and Visitor's Center" in Albuquerque NM for over 10 years. A 26-acre Park with a Museum, Library and 100s of Veteran related Monuments. Retired as of January 2025 and fulltime property manager, of the Casitas' rental site.

Bernie was born in Roswell New Mexico (not a space alien) and has lived here most of her adult life. Bernie's father was also in the US Air Force, and she has traveled to multiple exotic destinations like; Guam, Philippines and Europe while growing up. Currently Bernie just retired in 2026 from a Non-Profit Organization as a Loan Representative helping students with their education and finances.

Together they live in the main house (which is separate from the Casita) manage and maintain the "Southwest Casita Escape" property. Michael and Bernie are always enhancing the property with several key features like; additional parking, upgrading the furniture, sanitizing equipment between each stay to ensure good health and the prevention of germs, and many other features.

Mike and Bernie both travel a lot. Mainly to see what other home owners and resorts are doing to make each stay fun and safe. From England to France, and from New York city to the shores of California they have collected information solely to ensure your time at their "Southwest Casita" is enjoyable. Come visit them and see what people are talking about.
Thank you, and safe travels.

Why they chose this property

- 20 years ago we chose this neighborhood for its peace and quiet, but more importantly, the stunning landscape views and abundant wildlife. There's no dangerous wildlife, just plenty of squirrels, quails, hawks, turkey vultures, and coyotes. Plus the area is very close to restaurants and shopping , but still feels urban.

Every morning we step out our back door and see the Sandia mountains and vast distances of the non-active volcanos along with hot air balloons skipping along the sunrise horizon as thought putting on a performance just for us. Truly inspiring.

What makes this property unique

- We are located on the east side of the ridge formed by the volcano's lava flow, on the west side of Albuquerque (southern side of Rio Rancho). From our land, you can see the Sandia Mountains, all seven volcanoes, Mount Taylor, and the Santa Fe Mountains. Our unique location allows us to see an abundance of wildlife and yet be very close to shopping and restaurants. The greatest of both worlds.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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