Mountain Adobe Home in Jemez Springs, NM

• 1900 sq foot Adobe home w/scenic views on 3.5 acres on private road
• 2 bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms
• 4 person bubbling out door hot tub installed (7/22) Weather Permitting (must be over 50 degrees during the day sustainable.
• Sleeps 7 (can sleep a small child 8th person on couch or master bedroom couch that folds out to a bed)
• Elv 6010'FT
• $10 Property Fee Included & Non Refundable $75 Pet Fee if bringing pet(s)
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****shower handles should be handled with care and not forced, all associated costs with damage will be passed onto guests****

Unique hill top Adobe home on 3.5 acres off a private road just 2.9 miles south of Jemez Springs, town center. Nestled between the Jemez River & Santa Fe Mountains, you will surely find each sunset & sunrise irresistible. Explore the property by walking the multiple paths throughout the property, crossing the road & hiking up the mountains or perching yourself on top of the highest rock. Lots to explore for both adults & kids. Along with two wood burning Kivas, three portable/rolling heaters and radiant heated flooring throughout the house you will surely keep warm throughout the winter months. Fans in bedrooms & portable AC units/fans, which can be moved room to room, can keep you cool during the summer. At night you can open the European style side-opening windows for a soft breeze as you listen to desert animals.

You will notice many artistic elements throughout the home. The home was designed & build by a lifelong artist who crafted the tilework pieces in the ledges of the windowsills, tile surrounds, bench seating next to windows & more. True adobe home w/artistic details to match at every spot. Watch the movie of 'my parents' designing and building the home from hand & you will surely see how much care was taken into every artistic inch of the home. There are games for kids, adults & couples to enjoy, as well as, a small library.

An art nook in the back of the kitchen has been added with options to create your very own artwork to take home. Watercolor, colored pencils, paints, many mediums for both kids and adults are awaiting your magical touch. Please contribute to the sketch book. There are plenty of canvases and water color papers for you to enjoy. Make and take while you enjoy the 360 degree views night and day. Our goal has always been to never have to turn on the TV and to bring out the artist in everyone. Children can paint rocks & add to the property.

Yoga/exercise mats and blocks have been added for you to move your workout outdoors in the morning or even on the heated floor to take in the full enjoyment of the peace and tranquility.

Living Areas/Kitchen:
A large open kitchen, dinning & living space with vaulted ceilings and pendent lighting is situated in the middle of the home. Windows throughout the room provide natural lighting and beautiful sights at every angle. There are two counter height bar stools and 4 rolling chairs w/bench seating at the dining area, seating 8 comfortably for meals. Massive custom designed granite countertops provide plenty of space for the ideal family gathering. There is a kiva in the room to warm yourself during the winter. Updated living room furniture & a massive Firestick TV (with Pluto TV) is fixed to the wall. New Oven (23'), current hot tub is new as of April 23 (24 hours to warm).


***Washer and Dryer, along with deep freeze, extra cleaning supplies/paper towels, etc. are available for guests staying 5 nights or longer. Please ask for secondary code to owners panty. A detailed welcome binder will be located in the home.

Bedrooms/Bathroom:
The home features two large bedrooms, both with queen beds. The master bedroom is at the back of the house, has its very own kiva fireplace and large windows that overlook the valley. A full size fouton couch was added for kids to sleep if needed. Double full glass French doors lead to a private patio providing the perfect spot for morning coffee. The back closet space leads to two separate rooms for (his and her) toilets/vanity spaces. The master bathroom has a shower with rainfall showerhead. The massive corner tub is jetted and sits in a corner of windows overlooking the valley w/new chandelier & can often times be the most romantic spot in the home. New ceiling fans installed (23') both bedrooms provide a light breeze throughout your stay.

The second bedroom has a queen bed and a set of bunk beds (w/trundle) which can accommodate 5 people comfortably. A electric fireplace has been added to keep you warm in the evenings. A dresser and closet available for storage, a decorative chair, and side table along with reading lights on each side of the bed make this a great room to relax. A back door heads out to the side of the house. Opening the windows at night allows for the best breeze. The second bathroom across the hall has a rainfall showerhead, large vanity and seating. You’ll surely notice the hand laid mosaic tilework up the side of the shower stall. *** please be careful climbing to top bunk.

Here is a video I made many years ago of my parents building this home brick by brick and the love that went into the home.

https://youtu.be/JdTQmbPhwp4

Outdoor area: BRING YOUR OWN WOOD
There are 3 decks on the back and side of the property along with paved areas. Two back decks have gates. A SOLO Brand stove/wood burning fire pit has been added (Mar. 2022) w/additional seating (stacked and stored inside). A deck off the master has a quaint sitting area. The other deck has a nice conversation area for an evening glass of wine. There is a two car covered car port out front and a rocked drive way, both step and ramp entry to a one story all tiled home. Many gates and gardens where kids can get lost exploring, climbing and searching for critters are located all throughout the 3.5 acres. The tubs and showers use an on demand hot water system. The home uses water harvesting for the lower gardening beds. Be careful when showering or using the tub to not put any harsh chemicals down the drain as it flows directly into the garden. Furthermore, be careful walking the property for pipes that run throughout to water the grounds.

Items to bring:
• Firewood (might be some left over from past visitors), bring up from local grocery store on your way to the home for the outdoor wood burning outdoor fire pit off the patio and kivas.
• Toiletries (toilet paper & hand soap is provided & we try to stock shampoo & conditioner)
• If you want or need paper plates - we provide you with plenty of paper towels, toilet paper & trash bags.

Note:
There is no landline or cable TV to the home. WIFI is available. Cell service is highly unreliable in the area and not until you get closer to town. You will want to use WIFI calling while in the home or email.
Bunk bed max weight on top is 150lbs, bottom bunk and trundle 175lbs.
The home can accommodate dogs/cats up to 50 lbs for a NON REFUNDABLE fee of $79. There is a semi fenced in yard and pet debris must be picked up and on leashes during walks in the area. We do not suggest leaving pets alone after dark outside due to other inhabitants.

New Items Adorn Casa del Cuervo:

This home was converted to a VRBO late summer 2021. It is a mix of modern, antiques, and traditional native decorations. Linens, towels and kitchen items are constantly being updated. Bedroom mattresses were replaced, most furniture in the house is new to the conversion. Damages will be assessed for movement or destruction of property. New outdoor seating has been replaced on both porches, along w/lighted ceiling fans ***New outdoor Solo brand fire pit stove/cover and additional seating on porch for those chilly nights and a brand new grill with cover to cook outside (4/2022). There are 3 sitting areas and patios off the Raven House.

NOTE *A soft sided hot tub was replaced 4/2023 & new rental price reflects this addition. Details on taking care of spa is included in home or you can simply google spa brand. It is put away from Thanksgiving through early April traditionally.

Local Hotspots:
• Los Ojos Restaurant and Saloon 3 miles in town (best hamburger I've ever eaten)
• Jemez Mountain Brewhouse (opening June 2022) 3 miles in town
• Hwy 4 Coffee 3 miles (great breakfast & meet the locals) & new dispensary
• Bodhi Manda Zen Center 3 miles (day passes available - try it)
• Ponderosa Valley Vineyards 12 miles with free wine tastings http://www.ponderosawinery.com/
• Father Fitzgerald Park 3 miles
• Jemez Springs Soda Dan 6 miles (heated towel racks inside home to dry bathing suits and clothes after your dip)
• Valles Caldera National Preserve 25 miles
• Jemez Springs Bath House 3 miles
• Spence Hot Springs (10 miles)
• Jemez Falls McCauley Hot Springs 16 miles (hot springs beach type towels are provided just for this occasion)
• Local Hot Springs and Spas in the area https://jemezsprings.org/attractions/hot-springs-spas/
• Dollar General Jemez Pueblo 15 miles
• Phillips 66 off HWY 4 8 miles
• Pajarito Mountain Ski Area (Los Alamos) 39 Miles

****Left items will be returned via mail/shipped and deducted from the deposit.
****7 night stays receive an automatic 10% discount (about $150)***
****A few days before (2-3) check in you will receive a check in packet via VRBO messaging with the code to the door and important details. Please check your SPAM folder as sometimes it will go there.**** As always you'll want to message if you don't get information 48 hours before check in.

There is no central AC in the home, we use fans, attic fans and the summer breeze. Be advised when booking July-September 15.