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Mountain views and spectacular sunsets!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mountain views and spectacular sunsets!

Cozy Adobe one story with Kiva fireplace nestled in the historic mountain village of Placitas (Wildlife corridor). Relax and unwind surrounded by views of hills and the Sandia Mountains. Nature lovers watch, birds, chipmunks, rabbits, lizards, bobcats and Wild horses. Nearby walking, hiking, biking, and horse riding trails.
All of this only 30 minutes away from Albuquerque!
Hop on i-25 to Santa Fe or take the nearby Railrunner train in Bernalillo.
Kitchen equipped with Gas Stove top. Enjoy outside smoker/grill. Coffee pot, percolator, and grinder. mixing bowls and muffin pans. King bed, Queen bed and Two Twin beds. 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Master bedroom with garden tub and walk- in shower. Washer and dryer. Games and puzzles. Two TV's and internet. Enjoy 2 acres in the Land of Enchantment!
Please call or text with questions or suggestions English and French Speaking.

Property manager

Charlotte Balat

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee grinder
  • Blender
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 03-538626-00-6

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Mountain Views Spectacular Sunsets Wild Horses!
Mountain views and spectacular sunsets! Placitas
Mountain views and spectacular sunsets! Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

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Placitas, NM

What's nearby

  • Placitas - 10 min drive
  • Santa Ana Star Casino - 22 min drive
  • Sandia Casino - 28 min drive
  • Balloon Fiesta Park - 28 min drive
  • Sandia Peak Tramway - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Range Cafe - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain views and spectacular sunsets! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain views and spectacular sunsets!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain views and spectacular sunsets!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountain views and spectacular sunsets! located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Placitas, Cibola National Forest, and Sandia Mountain Wilderness. Plein Air New Mexico Gallery and Coronado Historic Site are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Mountain views and spectacular sunsets! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location
Beautiful property and home. Very clean and had everything you would need!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and perfect!!
Wonderful home with the most amazing views of the beautiful hills of Placitas!! Oh....and the owners are just amazing!! Will be back again and again....
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Property
Absolutely beautiful home. Can’t wait to visit New Mexico again and will definitely stay here if available.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New Mexico at its finest!
The house was beautiful and the community was peaceful. There is so much detail on the property. I recommend this stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
We had a great time staying at Charlotte’s house. The views were awesome and the house was really clean and comfortable. I’d highly recommend this house!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

AJ T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable stay
We had a pleasant and easy stay at this property. Communication with the host was very good, and we appreciated the guest book that was supplied (containing information about the cooling system, etc.). The sunsets, night skies, and storms were fun to view from the property. We hope to be back someday!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in a peaceful neighborhood
My family and I had a great stay at Charlotte's. The house is in a tranquil community of Placitas, NM where there are great views, relaxing drives, and a great place to just be. We saw a wild horse! Charlotte was very communicative and helpful and the house was lovely just as presented.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
What an amazing sanctuary this is! We so enjoyed the quiet of the neighborhood—the stars are beautiful! So close to Santa Fe for art and Albuquerque for amazing food.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tamie H., Benton, KY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
The most beautiful and tranquil stay I have ever had. Thank you to the host for sharing your place with us. It had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

chris o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
Our family loved how peaceful and beautiful this home was. Tucked into the surrounding rolling hills gave a great since of privacy and feeling of being surrounded by nature. All communication with the Hosts was very smooth. Our family really appreciated the fun games, books and activities stored at the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Ladies Retreat
It was excellent. Lovely property. Loved the horses. Thanks for having plenty of tissue, trash bag and towels for our stay. It was a well supplied, beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

martha m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private home with everything you need
This home was perfect for our short getaway to NM. It was clean and well appointed. All necessary items were provided. The host was responsive and friendly. The area is quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

dean L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful home in the desert
while we didn't spend much time at the property during our vacation, it was a nice quiet location deep in the desert. the night sky was bright with stars and the air was clean and peaceful. new mexico is becoming one of my favorite places to visit and this home added greatly to my enjoyment
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Regina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular desert retreat!
Beautiful home in an incredibly peaceful, tranquil desert setting. Adobe-style house with all the amenities. Stocked kitchen, lovely patio perfect for morning coffee or sunset drinks, super-comfortable beds...gorgeous! Host were immediately responsive to any questions and provided very helpful information; they went above-and-beyond with their hospitality. Would stay there again in a heartbeat...highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Travis T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
My mother in-law came into town unexpectedly and this was the perfect place for her to stay. The house is very clean, comfortable, and inviting. The owners are very kind and accommodating. Communication with the owners is great and they are quick to respond. The house is gorgeous and in a wonderful area. We'd definitely stay here again. My family from the city especially loved seeing the views and all the wildlife in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christianne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful New Mexico Getaway
My family and I were in town for a wedding and wanted to stay in a special place. We found it in Charlotte’s home. It’s a beautiful adobe style house in the hills of Placitas. The area is very quiet with spectacular sunsets. The house has everything you could possibly need. It was spotless, comfortable and communication with Charlotte was very smooth. Very close to Santa Fe for a day trip. My only regret is that we couldn’t stay longer. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H., RICHMOND

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Desert Retreat
This house exceeded all expectations. Charlotte has gone beyond all VRBO houses we have stayed in before. If this house doesn’t have it, you don’t need it. The adobe style house has interesting landscaping that fits in with the desert. She was very quick to answer any questions we had. Stay here if you want to be off the beaten path. Very peaceful.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Southwest Experience
The Placitas community where this home is located really gives you an appreciation for the SW architecture and lifestyle. The home is nicely decorated with SW art and furnishings. The owners really care about this property and keep it very clean and well maintained. We were lucky enough to experience a rain storm that blew through while hanging out on the covered deck - the smell of fresh rain in the desert air is amazing! We saw the wild horses in the community but only saw hoof prints on the property. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pierre D., Round Rock

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable, great location
The house was exactly as described, charming, clean, spacious and the view awesome. We used the whole house as we were 6. Everybody felt immediately comfortable. It was a good place to cut off from our routine. The kitchen equipment was ideal for cooking during a whole week (we like to cook). As it was our first time in New-Mexico, we were able to visit several national monuments and hike from this location. We came across twice the path of mustangs on the road, it was awesome (respect the speed limit though). The communication with the owners was always pleasant. Their informations were accurate and came promptly. We still have more to discover around, we would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible sunsets!
This home is lovely! The house is exceptionally clean, and it was very comfortable for our family of 4. It felt like we were in another world; the rolling desert terrain, Adobe homes and incredible sunsets. The Balat’s are extremely accommodating, and we are so grateful they worked with our schedule change. With Albuquerque about 30 min away, it was convenient for restaurants, shopping and the Balloon Fiesta. We drove to Santa Fe for a Sunday excursion-and what a treat! The architecture, shopping and art galleries were all amazing! Note: many restaurants in Santa Fe are not open on Sunday’s; however, it did not prevent us from experiencing and enjoying the town. Balat Family-thank you for allowing us to stay in your beautiful Placitas home-what an experience! Thank you being so gracious and caring!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Desert Living
I said to my husband, "Do you hear that?" He said, "I don't hear anything." I said, "Exactly." The increasingly rare actual quiet. This is a lovely house, well stocked for kicking back and relaxing--views from every window, comfy furniture, fully equipped kitchen, lots of outdoor seating, games and jigsaw puzzles, interesting books, a Bluetooth speaker for music, well, you get the idea. The owners have obviously put substantial thought into the decor, from the gorgeous cedar (?) floors to the rich desert color furnishings and artwork. And the grounds have been landscaped by someone who knows what they're doing--native plants and natural hardscaping that takes full advantage of the setting, a large property with privacy and open space. An authentic desert living experience (be prepared for a longish, winding way in from the main road). If you're seeking bustling towns and nightlife, this isn't the place for you, but if you're looking for a quiet spot to read a book, sip coffee, watch wildlife, and relax, this is just the ticket.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brett P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Placitas Treasure
Charlotte and Arnaud have shared a spectacular New Mexico home. The house is sited perfectly on 1.5 acres to take full advantage of the geography and natural landscaping. It’s about as private and quiet as you can get. We confirm what others note about the home being well-equipped. And we can add that there are top-notch mattresses - a real bonus! Thank you for the kind hospitality.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home!
Our kids absolutely loved it here. Playing outside and checking out the toys was super exciting for them (ages 4, 6, and 9). The area was beautiful and so was the home. Absolutely would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Beautiful, Relaxing & Perfect Location!
This Stunning Santa Fe/Adobe style home is located in the beautiful mountain community of Placitas. The high desert landscape is Amazing! Charlotte has thought of every detail to ensure you have an enjoyable stay! The home is conveniently located between Albuquerque & Santa Fe! Our stay was way too short & we can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Archie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay at beautiful home in an incredibly peaceful setting
My wife and I felt at home as soon as we walked into this beautiful home. The home included all the amenities we needed for our comfort and convenience, including a fully stocked kitchen- ideal for cooking. Coffee tasted delicious while sitting in the lovely patio overlooking New Mexico’s morning sunrise. We enjoyed the home’s peaceful surroundings and spectacular desert mountain views. The home provided a tranquil, clean, comfortable, and inviting setting for hosting our visiting family. Our stay in Placitas increased our likelihood of our eventual move to New Mexico. Lastly, the home is conveniently located close to numerous restaurants serving New Mexican cuisine, including sopapillas, breakfast burritos, green chile soup, enchiladas and huevos rancheros. :-) We will definitely return to this lovely home next trip to New Mexico. Arch L
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022