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Artist or Writer Retreat - Santa Fe
| Sleeps | 3 |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Property type | cottage |
| Minimum Stay | 3 nights |
Overview
Cottage, 1 Bedroom + Other (See Description), 1 Bath (Sleeps 3)
Beautiful guesthouse in historic village of Lamy, New Mexico located 20 minutes SE of downtown Santa Fe. Lamy is the official train stop for Santa Fe and you have wonderful hiking, walking and biking trails just outside your door.
The guesthouse is large and spacious with beautiful views with, WIFI Internet, Phone and Privacy. Perfect for one person, a couple, or small family. King and twin bed. No pets.
If you love the opera in the summer, skiing in winter, hot air ballooning in the fall or art museums, Santa Fe's summer activities such as the Folk Art Market, Indian Market, and a place to stay where you can call your 'home' away from home, then this is the guesthouse for you.
Weekend rental, a week or longer stays are all possible.
Amenities
Lamy Cottage Accommodation and Amenities
- cottage
- Guests provide their own meals
- Housekeeper Optional
- Max. occupancy: 3
- children welcome
- pets not allowed
- non smoking only
- Village
- Away From It All
- Historic
- Alarm Clock
- Basic Soaps
- Ceiling Fans
- Clothes Dryer
- Computer Available
- Filtered Water
- Fireplace
- Firewood
- Garage
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Laundry Soap
- Linens Provided
- Local Activities Guide
- Local Maps
- Local Restaurant Guide
- PC
- Paper Towels
- Parking
- Shampoo
- Telephone
- Toilet Paper
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Wireless Internet
- fax
- 4 Ring Stove
- Coffee Grinder
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & Utensils
- Freezer
- Grill
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
- Dining Area
- seating for 6 people
- 1 Bathroom
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Bathroom 1 -
toilet
,
shower
- 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 3
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Bedroom 1 -
1 king
,
1 twin/ single
,
1 baby crib
- All linens are provided 1 King Bed 1 Single Bed 1 Childs Crib 1 Queen Blow up Mattress if required
- Audio Tape Player
- Books
- Books for Adults
- Books for Kids
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Games
- Games for Kids
- Music Library
- Radio
- Stereo
- Toys
- Video Library
- Barbecue
- Large Cooler
- Lawn / Garden
- Outdoor Grill
- Outdoor Grill Gas
- Porch / Veranda
- Unscreened Porch / Veranda
- 4 garden chairs
- suitable for elderly or infirm
- wheelchair inaccessible
- autumn foliage
- museums
- restaurants
- ruins
- antiquing
- bird watching
- horseback riding
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- cycling
- equestrian events
- fishing
- fly fishing
- golf
- hiking
- mountain biking
- mountain climbing
- mountaineering
- rafting
- skiing
- tennis
Reviews
Exceptional!
5/5 -
(29 traveler reviews)
Unforgettable and a must stay.
I'm going to fall short of words here, so please forgive me. Jean was incredibly attentive and helpful even prior to our journey, by making sure to give us directions that would save us an hour of drive time.
We arrived to the sweetest little compound just after dark. The parking area was well lit and there were lights guiding us up a path to our new found home away from home. Although they are beautiful, the pictures don't do this space justice (sorry Marc). We walked into an incredibly spacious guesthouse, a gorgeous fireplace and the warmth of so many things. We truly felt like we were part of Lamy's history and home because of all of the wonderful amenities. This is a space that words and photography can't capture, you just have to show up, be present and take it all in.
We're beyond grateful for our experience and the shared memories with this family, they are now part of our chosen tribe. Not only was a fantastic hike recommended, but we were also welcomed into their home, shared a lot of laughter and conversation. We even brought in the New Year over an amazing supper that Jean cooked.
We miss everyone, look forward to getting back and being greeted by the sweetest Bella aka the compound mascot. It truly has been our favorite vacation and a great way to start our year.
Thank you for hosting such a sweet space, welcoming us, we've now extended our family effortlessly. Please hug each other for us.
Sending love from Texas,
The Yarto Family
Can't wait to return!
Want a place to relax? A place where you can hear the birds sing, watch the rabbits feeding on the grass outside the window, drink your morning coffee on the portal as the breeze winds its way through the orchard and the aspens. A place full of books and magazines, of large comfortable sofas and chairs. Yet so very close to all that Santa Fe and northern New Mexico offers. During our week's stay, my wife and I took day trips to Madrid and the San Marcos Café, to the plaza and farmers' market in Santa Fe, to the small towns and art colonies on the high road to Taos, and to the train ride in Chama. On alternating days we simply stayed in the guesthouse, enjoying the tranquility.
The owner is accommodating, informative, and welcoming. Before we arrived she gave us all the information we needed: how to get to the compound and where to stop for groceries. She personally met us when we arrived to show us the property and reminded us to contact her if we needed anything. One afternoon after we returned from a day trip, she invited us over for a glass of wine and graciously showed us her charming home, the oldest one in the compound.
It is such a beautiful setting, seemingly away from everything, but close to grocery stores, restaurants and coffee shops, drug stores and boutiques. When we left after our week's stay, we immediately wished we had reserved Nxai's Place for a month. We intend to return soon.
Extended stay
“You have fallen into a box of chocolates”, remarked a friend from Santa Fe who joined us for dinner one night at Nxai’s Place. After a wonderful seasonal experience there, we had been lucky enough to arrange for an extended stay. Indeed, from the the high ceiling main room chock full of books, to the serene adobe wall bedroom, to the the calming portal rimmed with buzzing hummingbirds, Nxai’s Place delivers a memorably sweet experience. And you may find yourself on that portal one morning, with coffee, when the sound of a train stopping at the Lamy Station awakens all your romantic buttons. Santa Fe? We forgot we were even nearby when a stay here, and high desert hiking trails five minutes away, offer up such a unique way to experience northern New Mexico. My comment on the host Zunkel/Romanelli family, past how their interesting lives may contribute to your stay, is simply to say that their family is now my family. This is the essence of a home away.
Back Again!
I unexpectedly found myself returning to Santa Fe on business and after looking at some of the hotels in town I decided that I'd really rather stay at this wonderful house out in Lamy. I had stayed here once before, 8 months earlier, and it was such a perfect location - I absolutely fell in love with it! It's quiet, it's remote, yet it's only a quick 10-15 minute drive right into the heart of Santa Fe. And nearby Eldorado really has almost everything you'd need - a coffee shop, supermarket, even a quaint cafe! For writers, or for anyone who just wants a little space at the end of the day - this is the absolute perfect place to be! And why sit in your cramped hotel space when you can enjoy the luxury of an entire house? I love the well-stocked library. It's really the perfect place in a perfect location! I can't recommend it highly enough.
Lamy revisited
Three weeks in Lamy in 2010 were enough to knock off my feet for several months. That’s how long it took, to get 'back on the ground again, once we were back in Amsterdam. And even after four years, there still was this yearning to go back to Lamy, so we (my wife and I) decided to act upon that and returned to Lamy to see if this truly is the magical spot on the Northern hemisphere I hold it for. We drove from Chicago to Lamy. Seeing the sign ‘Welcome to New Mexico, the Land of Enchantment’ made my heart jump with joy. The arrival at Lamy was remarkable. It was quiet. As quiet as Lamy can be during 23 hours a day. But when we entered the guesthouse it was like we left it only the other day. It was like the house welcomed us, and not only the house, we had a heartwarming reunion with the extended Zunkel family and friends. It truly felt like coming ‘home’ again. We spend two weeks in Lamy. What can I say? The house is wonderful in every aspect. We enjoyed every minute there, especially when we build a fire (temperatures dropped suddenly) and had long nights of reading at the fireplace; Lamy is the charming sublime nothingness itself; The Romanelli-Zunkel family and Silvie demonstrated great hostmanship and made us feel like being part of the family. Often, going back to a place that made an impression, is a bit disappointing. Following our hearts and revisiting Lamy turned out to be the best thing we could have done. After this second ‘Lamy experience’ we can truly say that Lamy is a unique and magical spot on this earth. So is the house. So are the people.
Beautiful, Quiet Writer's Retreat
I decided to go to Lamy after reading all of the other 5 star reviews and I was not disappointed. It was everything I'd hoped it would be and more. The scenery was beautiful, Bella the dog was great company, and I thoroughly enjoyed just sitting on the porch listening to the wind chimes and watching the hummingbirds. Eldorado is nearby with all the conveniences one might need and Santa Fe is a very easy drive and a beautiful city to wander around in. The accommodations were great and I particularly enjoyed the diversity of the library of books that filled the house. I spent two beautiful weeks there and loved every moment of it. It is also a great jumping-off point for a lot of day trips with easy access via nearby highways. All in all, a 5+ star place. And I do hope that I find my way back there again one day!
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Rates & Availability
Lamy Cottage Rental Rates
- Rental Basis:
- per property
- Owner accepts payment in:
- USD
| Rate Period | Nightly | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly * | Event | ||||
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My Standard Rate
3 night minimum stay
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$135
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$750
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$1,750
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Additional information about rental rates
| Cleaning | $75 |
| Tax Rate | 6.63% |
Rates same year round
$135/night .. $750/week .. $1750/month Year Round
Propane charge extra $50 per week October-April
Cleaning Fee $75.00
Refundable Security Deposit $125.00
Please call or email me direct for availability as well as process for payment. You will pay the owner direct by either personal check or credit card.
Credit Cards Accepted:
* Visa
* Mastercard
* American Express
* Discover
* Approximate monthly rate. Actual rate will depend on the days of the month you stay.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- 50% refund if canceled at least 7 days before arrival date.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date.
- Available
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