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Nell's Getaway: 'Vacation in this Picturesque Cabin in the Woods!'

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Parking area and entrance
Nell's features a nice circle drive for an easy in and out access
Large covered front patio
Open living, dining and kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Alto, NM
  • Ruidoso Winter Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Ruidoso Winter Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Nell's Getaway: 'Vacation in this Picturesque Cabin in the Woods!'

Nell's Getaway: Your Perfect Cabin in the Woods

Escape to Nell's Getaway, a picturesque cabin nestled in the woods, where serenity meets modern comfort! This immaculate log cabin boasts a charming pine interior, providing the perfect backdrop for your vacation. With a pristine rating of 10, you'll experience a stay like no other.

Relax on the spacious covered and uncovered decks, where you might be visited by playful squirrels, graceful deer, majestic elk, or even wild horses. This delightful cabin spans approximately 1,200 sq. ft., offering ample space for you to unwind and connect with nature.

Equipped with central heat and air conditioning, wireless internet, and a water softener, Nell's Getaway ensures that your stay is as comfortable as it is refreshing. An additional RO system provides purified drinking water, so you can sip worry-free.

Don't miss your chance for an elite getaway in this stunning cabin—reserve your stay at Nell's Getaway today and prepare for an unforgettable retreat!

Nell's Getaway is located next door to Deer Meadows for larger group accommodations.

Ruidoso, Alto, and surrounding areas: Submerse yourself within the towering pines of Lincoln County and watch local wildlife such as elk, deer, wild horses, turkey, birds, and more in their natural habitats. Plan a day basking in the stillness of our national forest while hiking, biking, or fishing, golfing at one of our multiple golf courses or spend a fun night out on the town at one of the area's local attractions! Be sure to swim or fish at the beautiful Grindstone or Alto Lake, delight your senses at Winter Park with roller coaster and tubing, and explore the ski slopes and hiking trails throughout Ski Apache. Win big at one of our three local casinos and enjoy the excitement of live quarter horse racing at Ruidoso Downs Racetrack. Be happy you took a respite from the concrete jungle. Come relax and refresh with us!

Distances to Area Attractions and Travel Time (barring there is not an elk or wild horse traffic jam):
Bonito Lake 7.3 miles; 19 minute drive
Grindstone Lake 9.4 miles; 19 minute drive
Inn of the Mountain Gods 12.4 miles; 23 minute drive
Midtown Shopping District 8.8 miles; 16 minute drive
Ruidoso Downs Racetrack & Casino 12 miles; 23 minute drive
Ski Apache Ski Resort 14.9 miles;33 minute drive
Ruidoso Winter Park/Screaming Eagle Roller Coaster 3.4 miles; 6 minute drive

Bedding: 1 King, 1 Queen​​​​​​​

Please Read: Hummingbird Cabins, LLC is the host and who will provide customer service after you've booked your rental home through VRBO. Therefore, be advised that our cancellation policy, in-house policies, and procedures may differ from VRBO. All guests will receive our Guest License Agreement that outlines our policies and procedures and are asked to initial and e-sign before receiving their rental information (address and access code). We ask that you please read our policies as we will adhere to them once you've booked your reservation with us (even when booking through a 3rd party entity).

The fine print, what to expect: Our cabins include basic cable, satellite or streaming television, basic cooking utensils, propane gas grill (propane provided), washer and dryer (if applicable- please look at the amenities), towels and bed linens for guest use along with heating for winter. Our homes come equipped with either a drip or Keurig coffee maker. *Linens and bath towels *Extra blankets and bedding *Spa towels for properties with spas/hot tubs. While our kitchens are fully equipped with glassware/cookware/utensils/dishes, etc. this does not ensure that all homes will have a blender, crock pot, spices, coffee, or condiments. Please call ahead to confirm if items such as these are available. If not, we ask that you bring your own. Basic toiletries in the Master bathroom only are: *One (1) travel-sized each of shampoo, conditioner, lotion, disposable toothbrush, toothpaste, bar soap, and facial bar soap, *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom. Basic toiletries in all additional bathrooms (if applicable) are: *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom, *one (1) travel-sized bar soap and/or facial soap, *one (1) hairdryer in the home. Basic supplies in the home: *five (5) All-Clear laundry pods, *dish detergent in pod or liquid form (quantities may vary and/or be limited), and three (3) Lemi Shine rinse agent in single-use cups (for homes with dishwashers), *liquid dish soap in (at minimum) a partial container (may only be in homes without dishwashers- check amenities to ensure the home you booked has a dishwasher), *two to three (2-3) rolls of paper towels, *two (2) trash liners in each waste basket; one (1) prepared in a basket and at least one (1) in the bottom or under the sink. We encourage guests to please be mindful of the supplies we provide and always bring extras as housekeeping does not deliver more than what is required to be left in the homes. We highly encourage guests to be prepared with access to chains and/or 4-wheel drive in winter months. Firewood is not provided for homes with wood burning fireplaces.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Alto

Located in Alto, this cabin is in the mountains. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Alto, NM

What's nearby

  • Eagle Creek Sports Complex - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 16 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Grindstone Lake - 17 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anaheim Jacks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Texas Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Log Cabin - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Alto Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Farley's Food Fun & Pub - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nell's Getaway: 'Vacation in this Picturesque Cabin in the Woods!' pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nell's Getaway: 'Vacation in this Picturesque Cabin in the Woods!'?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nell's Getaway: 'Vacation in this Picturesque Cabin in the Woods!'?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Nell's Getaway: 'Vacation in this Picturesque Cabin in the Woods!' located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Ruidoso Winter Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Eagle Creek Sports Complex. Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts and The Links at Sierra Blanca are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Hummingbird Cabins

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Hummingbird Cabins offers quality vacation rental cabins, homes, and property management services in Ruidoso and throughout Lincoln County, New Mexico.

Ruidoso is a beautiful mountain village in Southeastern New Mexico. Although the activities may seem endless year around, our visitors report their favorite activity to be relaxing while enjoying our cool pines and beautiful mountain views. Ruidoso is famous the world over for being the home of the richest quarter horse race; The All American Futurity. Live racing occurs each summer between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Wintertime activities includes Ski Apache which is the Southernmost ski resort providing the warmest weather skiing and snowboarding to be found. Hummingbird Cabins is committed to providing our customers with the highest level of personal care and service. We are at your service and welcome you to our mountain paradise.

Please read: Hummingbird Cabins, LLC is the host and who will provide customer service after you've booked your rental home through VRBO. Therefore, be advised that our cancellation policy as well as our inhouse policies and procedures may differ from VRBO. All guests will receive our Guest License Agreement that outline our policies and procedures and are asked to initial and e-sign before receiving their rental information (address and access code). We ask that you please read our policies as we will adhere to them once you've booked your reservation with us (even when booking through a 3rd party entity).

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