Southeast Heights, a neighbourhood in Albuquerque, is home to this castle. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Balloon Fiesta Park and Rio Grande Nature Center State Park, while Mariposa Gallery and Popejoy Hall are cultural highlights. University of New Mexico Campus Observatory and National Hispanic Cultural Center are also worth visiting.
University of New Mexico Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Isotopes Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
The Pit - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Alvarado Transportation Center - 12 min drive
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 3 min drive
Frank’s Famous Chicken - 3 min drive
Central Bodega - 19 min walk
M’tucci’ Bar Roma - 20 min walk
Fan Tang - 20 min walk
About this property
Villa de San Rafael - Historic Estate by Arrivls
ONE OF A KIND FIND in the heart of Albuquerque!
The iconic Villa de San Rafael is under new ownership and has undergone extensive design and amenity updates. The estate's old world charm now blends seamlessly with modern comforts.
Sitting on one acre of private land, the Villa features original artwork, stained glass windows, balconies, and incredible architectural detail including a 20' stained glass dome in the casita.
Events and filming allowed ONLY with pre-approval - inquire for details.
Villa de San Rafael is a 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom estate sitting on one acre of private land.
Distance to Albuquerque International Sunport - 2.1 miles (~5 minutes)
The Entryway: - Grand entryway with a double staircase, original artwork, stained glass windows and impressive architectural details - Please note that some of the artwork contains partial nudity and religious themes
The Living Room: - Spacious living area with fireplace and french doors leading to the back patio and yard
The Dining Room: - Dining table with seating for ten, with additional seating available in the kitchen
The Kitchen: - Refrigerator, electric stove, double oven, microwave and dishwasher - Cookware, glassware, dinnerware and utensils - Fully-equipped with all of the tools needed to prepare your favorite meals - Keurig coffee maker with a selection of k-cup pods, creamer and sugar. Drip coffee maker also available (BYO filters/grounds). - Welcome snacks and beverages
The TV Room: - TV and lounge space upstairs in the main house with two sectional sofas and a 65" smart TV - All tvs in the house have access to live TV streaming via YouTubeTV or you can sign in to your own subscription accounts
The Primary Suite: - Located upstairs in the main house - King sized bed with memory foam mattress and a selection of sleeping pillows - Private balcony - Sitting area with a large TV - Large closet with hangers and luggage stands - En-suite bathroom with vanity, shower/tub combo, and toilet - All bathrooms are equipped with towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toilet paper and a hair dryer
The Guest Bedrooms - Bedroom 2 is upstairs in the main house and has a king bed and a private balcony - Bedroom 3 is upstairs in the main house and has two, queen beds, a TV and a desk - Bedroom 4 is downstairs in the main house and has a king bed and an en-suite bathroom - Two additional bedrooms are located in the casita - Bedroom 5 has a queen bed and Bedroom 6 has a king bed and a TV - All beds have a memory foam mattress and are made up with soft, quality linens - All bedrooms have hanging space and luggage stands - All bedrooms are equipped with bedside charging ports and a sleep therapy sound machine
The Guest Bathrooms: - 4 bathrooms in total - En-suite bathroom in the primary suite with a shower/tub combo - Full bathroom between Bedrooms 2 and 3 with a shower/tub combo - En-suite bathroom in Bedroom 4 with a shower/tub combo - Both bathrooms are equipped with towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toilet paper and hair dryer
The Casita: - The ~2,000 sf detached casita is located at the back of the property - Jaw-dropping main room with a stained glass domed ceiling, columns, fountain and other impressive architectural details - Small kitchen has a fridge, electric stove and a microwave and is equipped with all of the essentials for cooking and dining - Two additional guest bedrooms - Game room with pool table, arcade games (PacMan and NBA Jam), a library of books and a 65" TV equipped with an XBox (with a GamePass)
The Outdoor Space: - Private hot tub and pool towels - Large patio with dining set for 8 - Gas BBQ with grilling utensils and propane tank - Upstairs balcony with fire pit - The 1 acre lot is fully enclosed with columns, fountains and mature trees
Family Friendly! Villa de San Rafarl welcomes families looking to get away and spend quality time together. We can happily provide the following items to enhance your stay: - Pack & play with fitted sheet - High chair - Kids dinnerware - Infant bath seat - Outlet covers - Local area recommendations
Other Amenities: - Full-size washing machine and dryer with complimentary-use laundry detergent and fabric softener - laundry room is located in the main house near the garage - High-speed (400 mbps cable) internet and excellent WiFi coverage on the whole property for streaming and high quality video meeting capability - Garage and driveway parking (driveway gate can be locked)
Guests have access to the whole property aside from 3 storage closets in the house and casita and sheds outdoors that are locked
Villa de San Rafael is located on a quiet, residential street in the South East Heights neighborhood of Albuquerque.
Nob Hill, with some of our favorite restaurants and shops, is less than 4 minutes away by car.
Albuquerque International Sunport is 2.1 miles away (about 5 minutes drive)
Families with young children will love the small playground down the street from the house.
If you plan on exploring the greater Albuquerque area or taking day trips from the city, then we would recommend driving/renting your own car.
Uber and Lyft are available for short trips around town.
Note: any cancellations will have payment processing fees (3-5%) deducted from any eligible refund
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
Amenities
Hot tub
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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.
Frequently asked questions
Is Villa de San Rafael - Historic Estate by Arrivls pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Villa de San Rafael - Historic Estate by Arrivls?
As of 18 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa de San Rafael - Historic Estate by Arrivls on 2 May 2026 start from £496, 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 at Villa de San Rafael - Historic Estate by Arrivls?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Villa de San Rafael - Historic Estate by Arrivls?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Villa de San Rafael - Historic Estate by Arrivls?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Villa de San Rafael - Historic Estate by Arrivls located?
Located in Southeast Heights, this castle is within 1 mile (2 km) of Puerto Del Sol Golf Course and Mariposa Gallery. University of New Mexico and University Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Villa de San Rafael - Historic Estate by Arrivls Reviews
Reviews
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Oh Man, the House was as said, all beds and rooms were on point, we had a great group of kids that really loved the place, said it felt like a Mansion, it a swim spa, larger than a hot tub, so the kids loved that, having access to the garage was great, The main house and back casita could use better AC/Fans and the Bathrooms are tiny and very old, but worked ok, to fit our large group and entertain the kids ranging from an infant to 5, 10, 13, etc and the big kids in there 40's/50's, it was perfect, overall we had a great stay, Thank you
We really enjoyed our stay at this exceptionally beautiful home in Albuquerque. It has a ton of charm and character and was the perfect spot for my entire tennis team to rest after playing our sectional matches in ABQ. In fact, another local team has already booked this house when they come to play their tournament this fall. Thank you to the hosts for their wonderful accommodations and communication.
We could not be happier with this beautiful house. It was a lovely and peaceful space. Room for three generations of folks to each have their own spaces but also gather and spend time together. Rooms were clean, bedding was cozy, kitchen was well appointed. Really appreciated all the available dish and cookware. Kids loved the gameroom and video games, and had a blast in the beautiful backyard. (Say hello to Goliath!). We had room for ten to eat dinner together inside, and spend several evenings on the gorgeous back porch. The front door to the back casita sticks pretty badly, so they should get that looked at. But other than that, couldn't ask for more!