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Mountaintop Cabin: Views, 14 Mi to Ski Apache

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Property grounds
Exterior
Living Space | Full Murphy Bed
Cabin Interior | TV w/ DVD Player
Ladder to Bedroom (Loft)
Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 428 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Explore the area

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Alto, New Mexico
  • Popular LocationRuidoso Winter Park29 min drive
  • Popular LocationGrindstone Lake31 min drive
  • AirportRuidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)35 min drive
  • Popular LocationSki Apache36 min drive

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Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

Bedroom (Loft)

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Mountaintop Cabin: Views, 14 Mi to Ski Apache

Sitting at an elevation of 8,600 feet, this Alto vacation rental greets you with crisp mountain air, direct access to trails in the Lincoln National Forest, and if you’re lucky, a visit from local wild horses! Additionally, this cabin includes 1 lofted bedroom, a full bathroom, and an open living area that converts into a cozy sleeping space for your fellow outdoor lovers. Ready to explore? Attractions like the Monjeau Lookout, Alto Lake, and many casinos are all within a short drive!

-- THE PROPERTY --

On-Site Hiking | Quiet & Secluded | 2 Mi to Monjeau Lookout

Bedroom (Loft): King Bed | Living Room: Full Murphy Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Charcoal grill (bring your own charcoal), fire pit (bring your own propane)
KITCHENETTE: Stovetop, microwave, drip & K-cup coffee maker, toaster, dishware/flatware, breakfast bar
MAIN FEATURES: TV w/ DVD player, walk-in shower, towels, linens, Minisplit A/C, heating, keyless entry
FAQ: 3 stairs to enter, steep ladder to lofted bedroom, no WiFi, 4WD required
PARKING: Steep gravel driveway (30 yards away, 2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

PARKS & RECREATION: Ruidoso Winter Park (3.9 miles), Alto Lake and Recreation Area (4.6 miles), Grindstone Lake (10.0 miles), Two Rivers Ruidoso River Park (11.5 miles), Ski Apache (14.4 miles), Smokey Bear Historical Park (17.5 miles)
FAMILY FUN: Flying J Ranch (5.7 miles), Ruidoso Bowling Center (6.9 miles), Adventure Mountain (7.8 miles)
GOLF: Alto Golf Club (5.4 miles), Kokopelli Club (6.4 miles), Links at Sierra Blanca (7.7 miles), Outlaw Lakes Golf & Country (9.1 miles), Cree Meadows Public Golf Course (9.6 miles)
HIKING & BIKING: Lincoln National Forest (on-site), Monjeau Lookout (2.2 miles), Ruidoso River Trail (10.4 miles), Cedar Creek Trail (11.0 miles), Perk Canyon Trails (11.1 miles)
CASINOS (~13-15 miles): Ruidoso Downs Race Track & Casino, Billy the Kid Casino, Inn of the Mountain Gods, Casino Apache
DAY TRIPS: White Sands National Park (73.2 miles), Albuquerque (180 miles)
AIRPORTS: Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (14.8 miles), El Paso International Airport (144 miles), Albuquerque International Sunport (180 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property serves as a remote escape; therefore, it does not include internet access
- NOTE: The property requires 3 stairs to enter and a steep ladder to access the lofted bedroom
- NOTE: The water for the property is on a well system and can sometimes have a slight sulfer smell
- NOTE: The fire pit is available for guest use, but please make sure to check for burn bans in the area prior to starting the fire
- NOTE: 4-wheel drive is highly recommended in all months and is necessary in the winter to access the property, as the driveway and walkway are steep

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Alto

This cabin is located in Alto. The Links at Sierra Blanca and Cree Medows Public Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ruidoso Winter Park and Ruidoso Winter Park. Pillow's Funtrackers and Free Spirits at Noisy Water are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
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Alto, New Mexico

What's nearby

  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 22 min drive
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 27 min drive
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 29 min drive
  • Grindstone Lake - 31 min drive
  • Ski Apache - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anaheim Jacks - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Log Cabin Restaurant - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Farley's Food Fun & Pub - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Flying J Ranch Chuck Wagon - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Zocca Coffee - ‬26 min drive

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Tiny home
The view is very pretty, I got to see wild horses and elk. Definitely need 4 wheel drive to get up there. Very clean and had everything you need. Will definitely make it a get away from life.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute, tough terrain
This tiny house was well done! So cute, welcoming, and cozy! Everything needed was there! When they say 4 wheel drive is recommended, it’s actually necessary! We had to park at the bottom and hike to the home! It’s a rough climb carrying bags so it limited what we brought up! The elk and wild horses were fun to watch. We would definitely come again, next time we will just bring the truck!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred V., Fort Worth, Texas, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, Close to the Slopes
My son and I stayed for four nights in February. We arrived in Alto after it had been snowing for two days, and the property was inaccessible by its driveway. No problem - we were there to ski, after all, so more snow was just great by us! Quick call to the property manager, and they came out and plowed for us. Drove right up. Great service.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

William

Great views
Great Mountain View's and relaxing time away! Hope to be back soon!

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Mother Nature strikes again
When we arrived at the steep driveway, due to recent rains, it was not passable, even in our 4 wheel drive truck. The owners were unaware of this situation. Upon making contact with Willam from Evolve we were given a full refund.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

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