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Architecture Award Winner! Exclusive Luxury Retreat near Old Town & Downtown

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Interior
Exterior
Interior
Exterior
Sliding doors to create a beautiful indoor/outdoor space.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 83400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Albuquerque, NM
  • Place, Old Town Plaza
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Albuquerque Convention Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, ABQ BioPark Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest 2

1 Queen Bed

Guest room

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Half

Toilet

Main

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Architecture Award Winner! Exclusive Luxury Retreat near Old Town & Downtown

Experience unparalleled luxury in this architecture design winning home, nestled perfectly on Mary Fox Park, right between the vibrant energy of Downtown Albuquerque and the historic charm of Old Town. This exclusive retreat is only available a couple of times a year, offering the discerning traveler a truly unique and memorable New Mexico stay.

THE PROPERTY
This contemporary masterpiece features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 stunning baths. The open-concept floor plan is designed for both entertaining and relaxation, providing the perfect balance of necessary space and privacy for families or groups of friends.

Outdoor Living & Amenities Highlights:

Private Rooftop Oasis: Escape to the expansive 1,000 sq ft rooftop deck featuring a private hot tub—the ultimate spot to soak while taking in breathtaking sunset views over the Rio Grande Valley and the West Mesa.

Expansive Patios: Multiple furnished patios, including a stylish outdoor seating area with a fire pit/fireplace and a gas grill, perfect for alfresco dining and cozy evening conversations.

Key Amenities: Fully equipped gourmet kitchen, in-unit laundry, fast WiFi, flat-screen TV with Roku, X-Box, and secured garage and driveway parking.

THE LOCATION – Walk to Everything!
Situated in an unparalleled location on Mary Fox Park, you are steps away from the best of Albuquerque.

Walkable & Short Drive Destinations (3-10 Minutes):

Old Town Albuquerque: Explore historic adobe architecture, unique shops, and New Mexico cuisine.

Downtown ABQ: A plethora of restaurants, unique shops, and craft breweries like Marble Brewery.

Cultural Hub: Easy access to Albuquerque's best museums.

ABQ BioPark: The Zoo, Aquarium, Botanic Garden, and Tingley Beach (fishing/trails) are just a 5-minute drive.

Major Area Attractions:

Outdoor Adventure: Explore the trails along the Rio Grande, hike or mountain bike near Petroglyph National Park (7 miles), or take the Sandia Peak Tramway (17 miles) for panoramic views of the "Land of Enchantment."

History & Culture: Visit San Felipe de Neri Church (built 1706) and the Turquoise Museum.

Balloon Fiesta: Hosting an October visit? The home is conveniently located just 10 miles from the fairgrounds, home to the 500+ balloons of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta!

Beyond ABQ:

Santa Fe: 55 minutes

Taos: 120 minutes

We look forward to welcoming you to this award-winning home—reserve your exclusive stay before it's gone!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Albuquerque

Located in Downtown Albuquerque, a neighbourhood in Albuquerque, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Isleta Amphitheater and New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Explora Science Center and Children's Museum and ABQ BioPark Zoo. ABQ BioPark Aquarium and New Mexico Steam Locomotive and Railroad Historical Society 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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Albuquerque, NM

What's nearby

  • Old Town Plaza - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Albuquerque Convention Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • ABQ BioPark Aquarium - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • University of New Mexico - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 7 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duran Central Pharmacy - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dog House Drive In - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Castle Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Java Joe's - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Architecture Award Winner! Exclusive Luxury Retreat near Old Town & Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Architecture Award Winner! Exclusive Luxury Retreat near Old Town & Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Architecture Award Winner! Exclusive Luxury Retreat near Old Town & Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Architecture Award Winner! Exclusive Luxury Retreat near Old Town & Downtown located?

Located in Downtown Albuquerque, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science and Albuquerque Convention Center. Explora Science Center and Children's Museum and Tingley Beach are also within 15 minutes. Alvarado Transportation Center is 24 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shalini (host) was very sweet and helpful with all our needs. Great layout for multiple guests and lots of outdoor spaces. A beautiful place to hang out with family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janeen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time! The house was a relaxing and welcoming getaway from our busy vacation. Centrally located to everything we wanted to pack into our stay. Balloon Fiesta, Old Town, Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, Petroglyph National Monument, and Sandia Mountain peak tram. We made wonderful memories here with our family. The host was amazing and attentive. Highly recommend. Oh, and the rooftop hot tub was (chef’s kiss) perfection! Book it. Hope you love it as much as we did!
Fun little details and modern art throughout the home were fantastic touches.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Balloon Fiesta 2024

Property was as described. Clean and well kept. There is a lack of comfortable seating throughout house. Couches and chairs are fashionable but not comfortable. Pocket door in master bathroom is difficult to slide closed. Needs attention. Great location to Old Town,
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

suresh k.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Family trip

The property was conveniently located off of the highway. It was a nice house for 6-8 people. We didn't know that the owners actually live in the house so they had bunch of their own stuff, the kitchen was well stocked, some of the bedroom closets were locked(bcoz they had their stuff). The owners were very nice and friendly. It's just that the heating system was a bit weird, if you crank up the heat the upstairs will get hot like oven, if you lower the heat the downstairs will be too cold. The bedding could have been of a better quality and so are the bath towels.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home, great owners!

Owners were always immediately available. Home was spacious. Loved the rooftop deck with 3 loveseats and clean hot tub.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy C., Connecticut, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful modern gem, very well equipped and centrally located.

Great architecture and design, very stylish and comfortable. Shalini had everything we needed including a welcome basket, house and ABQ book and coffee. The house is very spacious indoors and out with plenty of privacy when needed. Shalini if is a terrific host, she met us on arrival to give us a quick orientation and was available to us during our stay. We look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House

Excellent Location, Spacious, the Piano is good if you play. Very easy to deal with. I would say that due to the open nature of living areas, they aren't great for sleeping persons 7-10. There is room in the bedrooms for the twin blow-up mattresses that the owner provides, and they worked OK, but if you are truly looking to sleep 10, I would get the details worked out ahead of time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Shalini Shanker

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A Note from Your Hosts: Abinash & Shalini
Hello! We're Abinash and Shalini, and we're thrilled to welcome you to our award-winning home in Albuquerque.

As avid travelers ourselves, we know exactly what it takes to make a getaway truly special. We've been fortunate to explore cultures and outdoor experiences across the globe, from the fjords of Norway and the wildlife of the Galapagos to the trails of Iceland, the jungles of the Ecuadorian Amazon, and the streets of Paris.

Our passion for travel is why we love hosting: we get immense joy from connecting with people from across the world and sharing the unique beauty and culture of our home state, New Mexico.

Because we travel so frequently, we only open our home—this architectural retreat—a few times a year. When you stay here, you’re not just renting a space; you're experiencing a piece of our personal passion for design, luxury, and the joy of discovery. We hope our home serves as the perfect, luxurious base for your own memorable New Mexico adventure!

Why they chose this property

IThe Neighborhood Scene: Where History Meets Modernity
The energy of this location is what we enjoy most! Our home is situated in a quiet, unique pocket of the city, perfectly buffered by the greenery of Mary Fox Park. This gives you the peace and privacy of a neighborhood setting while placing you at the absolute intersection of Albuquerque’s best attractions.

Imagine this:

Morning: Step out the door and stroll through the park, perhaps grabbing a coffee from a nearby Downtown cafe. The neighborhood is alive with local residents walking dogs and enjoying the quiet start to the day.

Afternoon: Take a short 3-minute drive (or an easy walk) to Historic Old Town, immersing yourself in the beautiful adobe architecture, traditional plaza, and unique New Mexican shops. You can explore the museums and still be back for a dip in the hot tub before sunset.

Evening: Choose your flavor: Head East for a 5-minute drive to the bustling Downtown district for craft beers at a brewery or a high-end dinner. Alternatively, relax on our private patio with the fireplace crackling, enjoying the feeling of peaceful seclusion.

What we enjoy most is the connectivity and walkability. You get the beauty and history of Old Town, the modern amenities and nightlife of Downtown, and the convenience of quick access to the Biopark, all without sacrificing quiet park-side living. It truly is the premier base for exploring the heart of Albuquerque.

What makes this property unique

Your Exclusive Albuquerque Retreat
Welcome to a truly unique experience. This isn't just a vacation rental—it's an architecture design winning home and a striking example of modern luxury situated within a historic Albuquerque neighborhood. Available only a few select times per year, we ensure an exclusive and pristine stay for every guest.

What truly makes our property stand out is the marriage of unrivaled luxury amenities with a perfectly centered location. You'll enjoy the expansive 1,000 sq ft private rooftop deck featuring a hot tub and breathtaking sunset views, plus multiple outdoor patios with a cozy fireplace. Best of all, we are perfectly situated on Mary Fox Park between the historic charm of Old Town and the vibrant life of Downtown Albuquerque, making all the best of the city easily accessible.

This is the ultimate home base for the discerning traveler looking for cutting-edge style in a location rich with history, privacy, and an unforgettable New Mexico adventure.

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