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Walk to EVERYTHING! - MidTown, Opt HOT TUB on RVR w/ DEER

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Interior
Outdoor spa tub
TV
Interior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 445 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Walk to EVERYTHING! - MidTown, Opt HOT TUB on RVR w/ DEER

This is the most fantastic location. We haveAir Conditioning for your summer comfort. It's nice and comfortable.
Sound travels in this building. Be a good neighbor. Quiet hours begin at 10pm NEWS FLASH - WE NOW HAVE AIR CONDITIONING! This is a cozy one bedroom one bath right in the heart of Ruidoso. Convenient to all things MidTown. Shopping, restaurants, wineries, bars... it's all here.
This is a new rental for me the décor is nice but not over the top. It has everything that you will need. I'll keep it super affordable for this early period. If there is something that is not there, that you think should be, please let me know.
We just added ROKU TV with all the apps you can imagine. Just enter your check out date and you can use your subscription information to watch whatever you want. The system will sign you out automatically on the day that you leave.
WARNING this is an older building without modern sound dampening technology. Be a good neighbor. Quiet hours begin at 10:30pm. Please enjoy the peace and tranquility.
Hot Tub Access is optional. I have three units in this building, but I only allow one unit at a time to have exclusive use of the hot tub. If you would like to use the hot tub, here is the fee schedule: 1 night=$35, 2 nights = 45, 3 nights = 60, 4 nights = 70, 5 nights = 80, 6-7 nights = 100, 8-14 nights = 120, 15-30 nights = 200. No partial stay payments are allowed. So if your reservation is for 1 week, you cannot choose to only pay for the hot tub for 2 nights. Reservations are first come, first served. In order to make a reservation, contact me either before or after you make your reservation and I will check availability. If available, I will send you a payment request.
This is a classic Mid-town building that has survived the years right in the heart of Mid-town Ruidoso! Don't choose this if you want to be alone in the middle of the woods. Choose this cabin if you want the ultimate in convenience to all the shops, bars and restaurants of Mid-town Ruidoso while being able to go out your back door and play in the river and enjoy the fascinating parade of wildlife going by.
SLEEPING: There is a queen bed in the bedroom and in the living room is a futon couch which can lay flat. The futon will sleep 1 adult or two small children. Perhaps I'll add a blow up mattress in the future for those times when you need to have a 4th person.
THE BUILDING: I have tried to determine when this cabin was built, but have not yet been successful. I have seen pictures of Ruidoso taken in the 1950s and it was there then! It was originally built as a hotel with 8 small shotgun style rooms. The bedroom was on the river side and the bathrooms were all on the street side. Sometime after that it was remodeled into 4 one bedroom apartments. That’s the configuration it was in when I bought it in 2007. To be truthful, it was in really rough shape then. It has suffered years of neglect. After a $100k remodel it is now a really cool and wonderful place. When you drive up to this building, you can imagine how Ruidoso was in the ‘50s and ‘60s when it became known as “The Playground of the Southwest”. If these walls could talk, oh, the stories they could tell.
The floor in the living area is wood and the kitchen is tile. The other side of the condo contains the bedroom and bathroom. The bed is a lovely queen and really comfy! The floor in the bedroom is a lovely hardwood. In the bathroom it is tile. When bedtime comes, open the window and let the sound of the Rio Ruidoso lull you to sleep.
THE PARKING: Parking in midtown can be a challenge on busy weekends and holidays. We have private parking for our building. I will put a parking pass in the cabin for you. With that you can park one vehicle in front. If for some reason you have more than one vehicle or if friends come over, there is a public parking lot just on the other side of the log cabin on the west side.
MID-TOWN: This is where the action is. Restaurants, bars, shops, it is all within a short walk of your front door. No DUI’s while staying here. You can Rock and Roll at Quarters or Country and Western dance at WPS (Win Place or Show). You can close the place down and walk home. If late night is not your thing, you have a choice of five of the best restaurants in Ruidoso within a two block walk. If you don’t like to go to restaurants, you have some of the most amazing clothes shops within two blocks. If you don’t like any of the above, then there’s always wine and desert! Yes within one block there is an amazing cupcake shop and a lovely selection of wine to taste and take home. I can go into more detail later!
THE RIVERSIDE: Every coin has two sides and this is no exception. You have all the fun and excitement of Mid-town just steps away, and all the peace and quiet of nature right off the porch. We have a lovely porch with a great view of the river so you can relax while enjoying the wonderful climate. It really is the perfect place to relax after a hard day of hiking, skiing, riding, or shopping.
We certainly hope that you will choose our little RECHARGE ON THE RIVER Condo when you plan your vacation to Ruidoso. We have done what we can to make it a wonderful experience for you. Thanks again. We hope to see you soon. You have access to the entire condo plus there is a community laundry room.
UNIT LOCATION: this one bedroom unit is located in a four Plex. This unit is on the bottom floor. The parking lot is level with the top floor. Therefore, it does require stairs to get to it. Quiet hours are important. If the guest above you is making too much noise during quiet hours, please notify me so I can take the appropriate action. This is the closest unit to the hot tub and the hot tub deck.
There is a Hot Tub on the premises. If you want to use that please let me know. I am trying to offer my guests an additional amenity while meeting two objectives: 1. Cover my costs for electricity and maintenance of the Hot Tub 2. Offering this amenity that is in a common area as a private amenity.
This is the is the best location in Ruidoso for convenience plus nature. You have nature on your porch with a relaxing view of the river. Walk around to the other side of the building and you are in Mid-town, just steps from the shops, restaurants and bars. You have private parking for your car. If you want to walk, most everything you need or want is within three blocks. If you need transportation, call Lincoln County Transit.
Pets – yes, your pets are welcome, just please when you leave the property make it look as though there was no pet there. Pick up the waste and clean up any excess fur. We do charge a pet fee ($85/stay for up to 2 pets and $150/stay for up to 4 pets) because they do cause some wear and tear, but we know they are important to you and we want to accommodate your whole family! The fee will be charged as a separate transaction after you make your reservation.
Safety: Property has 4 cameras: 1 located over the front door of #1 and pointed at the deck area. 1 located over the laundry room door and pointed at the hot tub area. 1 over the breezeway and pointed at the parking lot. 1 over unit #3 and pointed at the deck area. These cameras will be recording during your stay. The door to the apartment is located 1 story below parking lot grade. You will have the choice of using 1 flight of stairs or walking down the driveway across the hot tub deck and up two steps to your door.
Explanation about the damage deposit: Your reservation may require a damage deposit. If you are booking on my website, the checkout process will be easy. However, if you are booking on VRBO, they will show it as a "Refundable deposit paid at property". That is not accurate. The deposit is simply a credit card hold which is authorized on the day that you arrive and then automatically drops off 7 days after you leave. If you leave with no damage, you will never notice it. If there is damage, I will notify you of what I have found prior to making any type of claim against that hold. I'm sorry that VRBO describes it that way, but I have brought it to their attention, and they say it is the only thing that can be done with their system. I think they are just putting the square peg in the round hole. If you have any questions, feel free to ask.

Property manager

Reed Helmly

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 485 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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 and a first aid kit
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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Ruidoso, NM

What's nearby

  • Wingfield Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cree Medows Public Golf Course - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Pillow's Funtrackers - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Grindstone Lake - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 5 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Downshift Brewing Company Riverside - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lost Hiker Brewing Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cattle Baron Steak & Seafood - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to EVERYTHING! - MidTown, Opt HOT TUB on RVR w/ DEER pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Walk to EVERYTHING! - MidTown, Opt HOT TUB on RVR w/ DEER?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to EVERYTHING! - MidTown, Opt HOT TUB on RVR w/ DEER?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walk to EVERYTHING! - MidTown, Opt HOT TUB on RVR w/ DEER located?

Located in the heart of Ruidoso, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wingfield Park, Cree Medows Public Golf Course, and Pillow's Funtrackers. Grindstone Lake and The Links at Sierra Blanca are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Walk to EVERYTHING! - MidTown, Opt HOT TUB on RVR w/ DEER Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 90 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Liked the place
We enjoyed the flat. Convenient to walk downtown from the flat.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mallory P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy apartment and amazing location!
My husband, dogs, and I all had a great stay! It’s a small place, but perfect for 2 people and a couple of dogs. The property manager, Reed, did a fantastic job of communicating with us. It was a great spot for shopping. We didn’t have to find parking at all, which was really convenient on the week of Christmas. I would recommend this place to anyone wanting a cozy getaway within walking distance of the main shopping area in Ruidoso.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and convenient
Rental was very comfortable and is conveniently located in the center of everything.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
The location and cabin were great and the host was very accommodating. You truly can walk to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kacey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very accommodating and close to everything!
We enjoyed our stay very much. It was a close walk to all attractions and the property manager kept in communication with us throughout the whole process.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brhett P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
This was a fantastic place to stay! Within walking distance to just about everything. Owner was very helpful and easily reachable if we needed anything. Definitely booking here again when I come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Is a very nice place
Love the space and people there
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
We loved being able to walk to all of our favorite places! Check in was super easy as well. We will definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy with great view!
Very clean and cozy! The view from the balcony is beautiful. Easy to check in, owner was very attentive and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
We loved it, it was so cozy and easy to access, everything is so close to it! The view is really nice as well! We will definitely be going back😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ruidoso
Nice unit can walk to everything. Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
This place was perfect for a short get away. We’ve stayed several times with Reed and the properties are always top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and close to town!
The property is very clean and comfortable. Just right for 2 people! The sound of the river flowing was always nice to hear! Walking distance to shops and food was great! Reed was a pleasure to deal with and hopefully we can make it back again soon!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacay Get Away
The property was amazing!!! Very clean and had everything we needed. Right next to midtown that was within walking distance!!!! Highly Recommend !!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Recharging my soul was in Ruidoso
Like Reed said "all you need is a toothbrush" well basically, and he was correct...housekeepers were super friendly and curious and rooms were seriously clean. My dogs loved it too.I'm going home recharged thank you Reed.Loved everything ❤️
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for an easy weekend
My son and I came to ski for 3 days it was a great spot. We lived the sound of the river and the bird watching was amazing. Quick walk for a pizza coffee or sushi. Not far from the mountain either but most important great water pressure and hot hot water.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristal m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will rent again!
Clean and great location. Make sure and include the hot tub in your visit. O was sitting in the hot tub and had elk grazing 5 ft away. Its nice to breath the fresh air and sit in front of your apartment and listen to the river.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fine
Property fine. Owner very responsiv
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Walking distance to main shopping, eating
We brought our 2 small dogs, town is dog friendly. Cabin was air conditioned, so we left them in their dog pens went we went places we didn’t want to bring them. The bed was comfortable, lots of room in bedroom, very nice for the price per night!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Meg G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trip to Ruidoso
We had a nice stay and the location is great for exploring the area by foot. The hot tub was a nice addition, especially on the cold nights. The only cons were lack of pillows (only two on the bed) and we had trouble with the heater. However, the owner seems apt to fix it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taliah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10
Best experience ever! I will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brianna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Attentive
Mr. Helmly was very attentive throughout our stay. Keeps consistent communication. Property was very nice. When we arrived the property hadn’t been cleaned and we got an immediate response from Mr. Helmly and he got the property cleaned right away while sponsoring our evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Mara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend stay
The apartment is very cozy, well decorated, Very clean--a plus for me because I'm pretty picky, and the view of the river is awesome. Pet friendly and easy to walk dogs. Plenty of deer there to watch as they pass through the neighborhood. Only drawback was neighbor above us walked the floor all night long on Friday and being a light sleeper, heard every foot step. But was much quieter on Saturday night. Overall, a nice spot. We would probably stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Bryan Q.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Not what we expected
Location was the only thing this property had going for it. The condo was extremely small and hardly comfortable for two (or even one). My wife and I are not large people, and my shoulders were nearly touching both sides of the shower wall, not to mention the shower randomly switching from scorching to freezing as it pleased. I've also never witnessed such thin walls. We could hear distinct conversations and sasquatch footsteps from our neighbors that woke us up at 5am. The heater wreaked like it hadn't been turned on all winter, and the stench never went away. We've stayed in many vrbo's and this was near the top for worst experiences. There was no soap, or anything for that matter in the condo, and we could not open the door as we first arrived from our 11-hour drive because we did not have the check-in email from the host.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Christine L.

Disappointing
Overall quality of the rental property and experience was not as expected. I gave a couple of stars for the location to downtown (walking distance), other than that I would not recommend this rental. Building is very old and not built soundly. I believe there are structural issues that need to be addressed. Couch bed was not very comfy and when extended, there was very little room in living room to move around. Heater works great but is loud and a little dangerous how closely it sits to the couch bed and bed in bedroom as it is a wall unit that passes from living room to bedroom. We brought our dogs which was nice, however they were sliding on the floating faux hardwood floor and that surface is also quite loud when animals/people walk around as there are no floor coverings. There are also limitations on where you can walk them in the outdoor area since most the location is set around pavement/parking areas. I took a chance on this rental based on reviews for a different unit that was displayed(owned by same person) thinking I was renting that unit and as it turned out I rented a different unit is same building and was not pleased with results. There was clearly a mix up with the unit displayed and the one we ended up renting because the names were very similar. I believe the names have recently changed for both units so hopefully this won't happen again. I'm pretty sure the upstairs unit has the same issues though as it's in the same building. We made it work for 2 nights because we drove 9 hours to get to this destination, but it was a lesson learned.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017