Located in Bernalillo, this apartment is in the city center and near theme parks. Placitas Library Labyrinth and Cliff's Amusement Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Southern Plaza and Cottonwood Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at State Farm Bernalillo Soccer Complex, or consider a night out at Santa Ana Star Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledding.
Plein Air New Mexico Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Sandia Casino - 9 min drive - 14.5 km
Balloon Fiesta Park - 10 min drive - 16.4 km
Santa Ana Star Center - 17 min drive - 17.6 km
University of New Mexico - 20 min drive - 32.4 km
Getting around
Alvarado Transportation Center - 20 min drive
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
âȘMcDonald's - âŹ6 min drive
âȘMcDonald's - âŹ3 min drive
âȘStarbucks - âŹ4 min drive
âȘDion's Pizza - âŹ7 min drive
âȘJack in the Box - âŹ7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Authentic New Mexico Adobe Casita in wine country/hot air balloon mecca pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Authentic New Mexico Adobe Casita in wine country/hot air balloon mecca ?
As of Oct 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Authentic New Mexico Adobe Casita in wine country/hot air balloon mecca on Nov 9, 2026 start from $143, 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 Authentic New Mexico Adobe Casita in wine country/hot air balloon mecca ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Authentic New Mexico Adobe Casita in wine country/hot air balloon mecca ?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Authentic New Mexico Adobe Casita in wine country/hot air balloon mecca located?
Located in the heart of Bernalillo, this apartment building is steps from Plein Air New Mexico Gallery, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Rio Grande and Coronado Historic Site. Santa Ana Star Casino is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Thank you for your response & rating. Our quaint little casita in Bernalillo has had a steady stream of guests!
Glad to accommodate you again on your next trip to the Land of Enchantment..
The owner is so nice and accommodating. The property is nice, quiet, and secluded. It's the perfect place to stay instead of a noisy hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 5, 2022
Glad you enjoyed your stay & that it provided respite from your busy days!
Thank you for your kind remarks & for leaving the casita in great shape enabling us to get ready for our next guest.
Great place to stay. Great location. Not very far from balloon fest. Second time to book here for the balloon festival.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Dana N Troy B.
Aug 1, 2018
Perfect Casita for a quick get away!
Lovely Casita for a romantic weekend or if you just need a get away! Very private, clean and a true feel of authenticity of the local culture! Excellent food and shopping within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 31, 2020
So glad you enjoyed your mini get away! Iâm happy that the casita provided you with the respite you needed in a safe, clean, convenient location. Hope to see you again!
I am in Albuquerque often, and I stay here every chance I get. It is so lovely, quiet and private. All the amenities that I need. The host is so nice and gracious. I could not ask for a better place to stay.
Property was just perfect for 2 people. Easy come and go and quiet. Felt very safe. Just down the road from the balloon fest.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 23, 2023
Thank you . Gad you liked the casita and its proximity to the balloon fiesta! And thanks for rebooking for next years event! It'll be here before you know it! LOL
Easy to get to. Just north of Albuquerque. Cute little town. The casita was just fine for the 3 nights I was in town. Clean, neat, everything I needed was there. I will stay again, next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 22, 2023
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed your stay & that the casita is convenient & meet your needs! See you again.đ
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Robert F.
Oct 3, 2013
A wonderfully relaxing casita at a VERY affordable price!
We found this casita to be very comfortable and well appointed. It is not a large space, but the furnishing and decor have come together to create a warm and engaging place to stay. Everything was very clean and in great condition, and Fawn, her son, and the folks "next door" were helpful and attentive to any needs we had. We highly recommend this casita and plan to stay again. Definitely check out the Range Cafe across the street, and enjoy the proximity of Albuquerque and Santa Fe so nearby.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 31, 2020
We're delighted that our guests found the casita to be relaxing, clean, well appointed and that it not only met, but exceeded their expectations. We respond quickly to meet our guests needs and strive to anticipate those needs in advance. We welcome repeat customers and appreciate their willingness to spread the word about our VERY affordable casita nestled in the heart of Bernalillo.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Diane s.
Jun 12, 2015
Cute adobe casita near everything
We spent a week in this great casita near Albuquerque/Santa Fe. The train station was only a few minutes walk from the casita and runs to both cities. We took it into Santa Fe for the farmers market and to shop at the Plaza. It is walking distance to a good eating place - "the Range". The place had everything we needed and was quiet, comfortable and cozy. Truly enjoyed it.
We were impressed by the well supplied kitchen and the extensive toiletries in the bathroom. I forgot my razor and sure enough there were two fresh ones!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 13, 2023
Thank you for your 5 star review. We try to accommodate our guests & make traveling as hassle free as possible! Glad we had what you needed.
Appreciated the photo of you two as well in front of the casita!đ
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
John
Oct 9, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was perfect for my husband and me. Quick 10 minute drive to Balloon Festiva. Bed comfy, full kitchen. Clean. Quiet. Lots of snacks and water in fridge. Lots of room for us. At least 2 great restaurants we walked to from the location. Definitely would come back.
We had a great time in the Albuquerque area for the Balloon Fiesta and Annular Solar Eclipse! This cute casita was perfect for my husband and I! Fawn sent great instructions for checking in and was very responsive to our request to check out a little later, which allowed us some time to rest after an early morning going to the Balloon Fiesta! There were some nice snacks waiting for us in the casita, which were very much appreciated during our car rides around the area. I would definitely recommend this place to family and friends and I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Pam F.
Jun 15, 2015
Pam F.
We spent 5 days in this cute and functional little Casita. Truly, this is all you need if you plan on discovering The Land of Enchantment!
Very close to Santa Fe and Albuquerque by car or The Rail Runner. so many sites to see!
Do not miss Tent Rocks! Icredibly gorgeous!
The owner, Fawn is a peach and available anytime!
Thanks Fawn for making this darling Casita so cozy and affordable!
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 31, 2020
Thank you for your kind remarks. So glad you found the casita cozy, convenient and affordable. We aim to please!
We love sharing the Land of Enchantment with adventuresome guests who are eager to explore and enjoy the area. The casita offers a quiet, relaxing respite to guests after a day's adventure whether you've gone shopping, hiking, biking, gambling or off the beaten path to the Tent Rocks!
We hope you pass this way again.
Kindly, Fawn
All the Ambience of a quintessential casita was on the Exterior!
This casita was a good size for 2 people, however it lacked in the kind of esthetics you want went traveling i.e. the rich flavor of the culture. Instead we got a vibe of a hodgepodge of furniture (no comfortable chair for reading )
Bedding, linens and accessories were not at all quality goods. Disappointing for such a potentially lovely casita.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 5, 2022
Thank you for your opinion. The pictures on VRBO reflect the interior of the casita, thus the reason numerus guests have booked it over the many years its been available. The "hodegpodge" of furntiure reflect the finds of furntiure I have made over 26 years of having an antique store in Bernalillo.
There is a chair there which takes space that some people prefer to use for their luggage.
As far as having the "rich flavor of the culture" represented within the confines of a 600 sq ft casita, most guests choose to explore the surrounding area in order to experience our rich multi cultures. We are centerally located so one can plan several day trips on scenic byways, visit 7 pueblos, as well as the National Hispanic Cultural Center, the Coronado Stae Monument and the Sandoval County Tourism Center. Travel guides are readily available in the casita. I am a Native American and a Native New Mexican. Our culture in the Land of Enchantment is of great pride to those of us who call New Mexico home. I hope you were able to experience even a glimpse of what the state has to offer. Perhaps next time you visit our state, a stay in Santa Fe or Hyatt Tamaya or Taos will be more suitable. Prices there start at a few hunded dollars a night.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Kathy C.
Oct 30, 2015
Cozy Casita
We were in Bernalillo to attend a wedding and were able to have a long weekend for it. We stayed in this charming casita, and were so happy to have found such a clean, cozy, and quiet place to stay. It was so quaint and comfortable. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything we needed to prepare a meal should we want to and the bathroom and shower was nicely tiled and stocked. We walked to the Range Cafe for a delicious, southwest breakfast every morning. Our trip was filled with social engagements related to the wedding and we, regretfully, did not have the time to see more of the shops and activities within the local vicinity. We are definitely going to return for a leisurely stay without time restraints and responsibilities. The owner, Fawn, assured us she was available for anything we needed and was so hospitable and gracious. I can't wait to return.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 31, 2020
Thank you so much for your timely review. I am elated that you enjoyed the casita and its amenities. I look forward to your return visit when you can explore the area without time restraints & other obligations. Each season in New Mexico has something unique to offer. Welcome back whenever you get the opportunity! Fawn
Grocery was a handy walk. Good restaurant was a handy walk. Place was well enough and simply appointed. Could use some soft seating - but it just wasnât a big deal.
One hiccup with the front door getting jammed, but a quick text and it was handled. With a sense of humor by all.
We stayed at this property as we were preparing for a move to our new home. We stayed for 6 weeks and it was perfect for what we needed. The property is nice & Fawn is awesome!
This stay was transitional for us before moving to our new place. We stayed for 6 weeks and it was awesome and what we needed! Fawn is great and the Casita was so cute!!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 21, 2022
Thaknk you Shawnna for your kind words and for being such easy guests. Congratulations on your new home!
Adored staying here and Fawn was amazing. A few snags but nothing that would deter me from staying again. 1. I could not log on to the WiFi and literally had to go buy a hot spot. 2. There needs to be a seal around the screen door as there are a variety of insects that live to keep you company and 3. The bed frame was reversed so when you moved the bed frame moved and/or âpopped upâ. If you wanted to watch tv there was no alternative but to use the bed. Again, nothing that would stop me from staying again. Done judge by this, theyâre merely minor suggestions.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2021
Glad you enjoyed your stay.
As far as your suggestions go-
1) WI-FI has worked for previous guests over the years once they use the correct password.
2) the bed has been set up like that since we started offering the casita on VRBO - numerous couples & long term guests have never had an issue. The bed is located where it is as it is a studio-as advertised- thus location of the tv- cabinet it sets on can be turned to watch from the table /chairs
3) we have monthly pest control service. As observed during your stay, the interior door was left open daily for ventilation for your 2 cats & 1dog. While our listing states weâre pet friendly- we are not pet FREE. Bringing yours 3 pets was not disclosed prior to your booking the casita - it was only called to my attention several days into your stay. I opted to not charge you a pet fee but will be sure to change my listing to add a pet fee to bookings. Eliminating cat hair / odors cost additional cleaning fees
3) we