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Peaceful Eastside Retreat Near Museum Hill & Plaza, Panoramic Mountain Views

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Deck provides multiple areas for socializing and viewing two mountain ranges
Enjoy a morning soak in the hot tub.
Savor your morning coffee while drenched in fragrance of wisteria & honeysuckle
Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Santa Fe, NM
  • Canyon Road
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Loretto Chapel
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Santa Fe Plaza
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful Eastside Retreat Near Museum Hill & Plaza, Panoramic Mountain Views

Located in the foothills close to Museum Hill in a safe gated community yet only minutes to the plaza, this peaceful Eastside retreat is nestled privately in the Piñon Juniper Pygmy Forest.*

Enjoy two glorious outdoor spaces: A spacious deck surrounded by the Sangre de Cristo and Jemez mountains provides a gracious space for evening, moonlit entertaining or a shaded mid-day barbeque. For your private times, a more intimate patio off the master bedroom opens up to a luscious garden with a waterfall and pond for morning sunrise and coffee. At night, view the stars and the moon rise over Sun Mountain from the hot tub situated in the beautiful gardens just steps away from the master bedroom.

Cloudstone Muse offers two relaxing options for outdoor dining for your take-out dining experience: a beautiful deck with a mesquite dining table offers sunset mountain views, or the colorful patio flower garden with the trickling sounds of a waterfall.

Inside, the soaring high ceilings of the large open living space house a massive Kiva and a well-equipped, gourmet kitchen. A free standing island is ideal for food preparation – or for just gathering around over lunch or coffee or homemade margarita’s. Offering privacy and physical distance, each bedroom is located at opposite ends of the living space.

Panoramic mountain views offer a peaceful, contemplative opportunity for those seeking a beautiful, quiet space that feels secluded yet is convenient to all the activities of a Santa Fe summer, downtown or in the wild. Modern details combined with traditional southwest architectural details provide a taste of southwest tranquility with a sun-drenched contemporary touch.

Surrounded by many hiking trails, Cloudstone Muse offers many options for those seeking to unwind from city life by exploring the beautiful high desert and natural areas that Santa Fe offers.

Property manager

Cynthia Carter
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Don’t recommend children under age of 6.
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Events

No events allowed
Discuss any special need for event before booking
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed on premises
Keep windows closed when not in home in case of rain. Keep outdoor cushions stored inside storage bin or indoors when not in use to keep them dry.
No fires are allowed outside, fires are only allowed in fireplace inside home and guest must be present when fire is burning.

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
Note from host: Discuss any special need for event before booking
Long-term renters welcome
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
Property Registration Number STRO-40059

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Fe

Located in Southeast Santa Fe, a neighbourhood in Santa Fe, this holiday home is in the mountains. Meow Wolf and Spanish Market are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Canyon Road and Santa Fe Railyard. Santa Fe Botanical Garden and Santa Fe Children's Museum 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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Santa Fe, NM

What's nearby

  • Canyon Road - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Loretto Chapel - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Santa Fe Plaza - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Santa Fe Railyard - 10 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Meow Wolf - 11 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Fe Depot - 12 min drive
  • Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Posa's El Merendero - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bourbon Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Eastside Retreat Near Museum Hill & Plaza, Panoramic Mountain Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Eastside Retreat Near Museum Hill & Plaza, Panoramic Mountain Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Eastside Retreat Near Museum Hill & Plaza, Panoramic Mountain Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Eastside Retreat Near Museum Hill & Plaza, Panoramic Mountain Views located?

Located in Southeast Santa Fe, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Spanish Market, Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian and Quail Run Golf Course. St. John's College and Santa Fe Botanical Garden are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 118 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen Z.

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

Santa Fe charm

We had an exceptional stay at Cynthia’s house. The place is beautiful- my husband and I agreed this was easily the best decorated and most charming house we’ve ever rented. It is located in a beautiful, safe neighborhood and surrounded by nature and hills. Cynthia is super sweet and an extremely attentive host who is available at a moments notice should you need anything. If you are looking for a place that is super clean, well appointed, and the epitome of Santa Fe charm, then look no further, this is the place!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

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

Lovely stay in the foothills

Feels quiet and remote in the beautiful foothills of Santa Fe, but you are 10 minutes from every convenience. Host is helpful and responsive. We had a lovely two weeks there with our kiddos - hot tub was wildly successful with the little ones.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

CR R.

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

Very Nice Home in Santa Fe

We really enjoyed staying at this home for our trip to Santa Fe. The host was great to work with and the furnishings were fantastic. The location is close to everything but far enough out of the city to be quiet and relaxing. Great place and highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Eastside Retreat

A beautiful home located near Museum Hill... on a private wooded lot in a very quiet gated community. The kitchen is fully equipped with any appliances needed. We hope to return here for future visits to Santa Fe.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amiya S.

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

A serene retreat

This was a perfect house in every respect for our needs. Truly a peaceful retreat in the mountains, the house is immaculate in decor, cleanliness and amenities. Located perfectly away from the bustle yet very close to everything. Very caring owner is keeping the house as if living there by herself.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

courtney h.

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

A Perfect Vacation

My sister, Mom and I had the pleasure of staying at this lovely, relaxing home. The pictures and description are accurate. We enjoyed the views of the mountains, especially during sunsets. The house is in close proximity to downtown Santa Fe and many popular destinations and landmarks, making it easy to get out for day trips. Cynthia was a generous host: met us at the property to acquaint us with the house, recommended restaurants and excursions, and had decorated the house for the holidays, which was a lovely and unexpected touch. It was a perfect, relaxing stay. I highly recommend staying at "Peaceful Eastside Retreat Near Museum Hill & Plaza, Panoramic Mountain Views"!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

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

Wonderful home with great views, excellent amenities & fantastic host!

We loved our stay. The property is clean, well equipped, with amazing scenic views especially at sunset. Our host, Cynthia, was very helpful and even guided us on a great hike one morning. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

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

Beautiful and comfortable home

This home exceeded my expectations. We've stayed in several rentals that have left us wanting for kitchen supplies and bathroom products but this home has everything! It was clean and very comfortable. We felt right at home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Perfect Santa Fe Getaway

Extremely impressed with the solitude of the property and then add on top of that the fact that the home is amazing, comfortable, and well maintained ... really enjoyed every aspect of the stay. Cynthia was a gracious host with a genuine concern for her renters comfort and privacy. PERFECT
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Great property and views. Everything was within a few mins. Will definitely stay here on our next trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina B.

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

Special spot!

Great location, quaint, and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

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

Loved Cloudstone Muse

This property is as advertised. It had fabulous outdoor spaces and was extremely well located for us to visit family in Santa Fe and to get where we wanted to go. It couldn't have been more welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kelli B., Tulsa, ok, (among others)

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

A True Haven, but Bring Your Own Pans

The property was absolutely beautiful, and we thoroughly enjoyed being there. We loved the peaceful little waterfall, the private hot tub, and both outdoor spaces. Nice kitchen, but the pans were dirty from previous guests.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo Anna B.

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

Beautiful and comfy home

This is a beautiful home. All amenities and close to shopping and restaurants Location has wonderful views and is just as described in listing. Cynthia greeted us and spent time going over home, local restaurants and things to do. It is spotless and beautifully decorated. Peaceful retreat.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David R., St. Louis, MO USA

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

Authentic Santa Fe

The home is as it appears in the pictures. Very nice, excellent attention to interior design detail. If nice sunsets on the deck are your thing, this is your place. It is also conveniently located.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

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

Trip to Santa Fe

The lodging was terrific, after the first day when the boiler needed to be replaced. Our host was always available when we had a question, and we enjoyed our time in Santa Fe, even though it snowed daily (in March). The location was ideal, for easy access to downtown Santa Fe, and we were able to take several very meaningful side trips to Taos, Los Alamos, and Indian dwellings.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P.

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

Beautiful home convenient to downtown Santa Fe

This home is every bit as gorgeous and well appointed, both inside and outside, as it appears from the photos and description. There is attention to detail and comfort, and an eye for design in every aspect of the indoor and outdoor spaces. Cynthia is a friendly and helpful host. I loved the multiple outdoor spaces, each with its own appeal—for breakfast with a view or relaxing after a busy day. The Santa Fe Plaza is a short drive away. It was a perfect place for me to stay while attending a nearby, multi-day family event. I was there by myself but it would have been very comfortable for up to two couples as well. I would definitely stay there again on a future visit to Santa Fe. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

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

Enchantment

Wonderful, quiet, comfortable home nestled.in the Museum Hill area. Roomy and private, perfect for two couples. Nice outdoor spaces that provide opportunity to follow or shelter from the sun. Waterfall and hot tub relaxing. Great sunset view. Not walking distance to the plaza but this property is well worth the short drive. We would stay again on our next trip to Santa Fe.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken F.

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

Perfect Place

The perfect way to see Santa Fe, this quaint rustic cottage is set in the majestic foothills just outside Santa Fe. The town and major highways are within minutes, very convent. A wonderful place and setting to spend quality time with family or friend. Cynthia the owner is very talent in what she has accomplish from the convince of soaking in the spa to the dinners by the fire place, or just sitting on the balcony enjoy this unique mountain paradise we throughly enjoyed our time in Santa Fe and this cottage was to main reason. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

This is the perfect home to stay at in Santa Fe, we could not believe how close we were to the city

The Perfect Home!! Fire place made the home feel so good. Having supplies of things you always forget about was sucha bonus! We would not think about staying anywhere else when we come back to the area. Out far enough to feel secluded but 5 min to Santa Fe. Hot tub was the icing on the cake. Thank you for letting us use this beautiful home!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T.

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

Friends reunion

We are a group of 4 close friends that wanted to find a special place to spend the week. The house was everything and more that we could want to enjoy our vacation. The location was perfect…..in the foothills of Santa Fe with easy access to the plaza, shops and Canyon road The house has 3 outdoor areas to sit and dine, enjoy a drink at sunset or to sit outside and sip coffee on the patio near a trickling waterfall. We made use of the hot tub which was nestled amongst the juniper bushes just off the patio. The house was beautiful, comfortable and had everything we needed. Cynthia greeted us on arrival and gave us great suggestions for restaurants, local hikes and things to do in the area. This is a gem of a house!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

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

Perfect for 2 Couples

What a wonderful stay! This property is beautiful, private, clean, and very comfortable. My wife and I and our daughter and her husband just finished a 10-day stay to explore Santa Fe and the surrounding area. This property is as-advertised and deserves it's "5/5 Exceptional" review rating. The two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, are on opposite sides of the house providing internal privacy for two couples. The open area between the bedrooms includes a kitchen with island, a dining area, and a living area. All are beautifully furnished with no clutter and provide great spaces for gathering. Our early April stay was a bit cold for us to experience the lovely patio/garden area, but we were able to enjoy several warm sunny mornings on the deck before heading out to explore Santa Fe. The kitchen appliances (including dishwasher), the washer and dryer, and the TV and WiFi all worked fine, which were essential to us for a longer stay. Communication with Cynthia was great. We particularly liked our face-to-face meeting upon arrival and Cynthia's recommendations for best places to eat, where to buy groceries, best hiking trails, and other attractions suited to our interests. It's really good to get recommendations from a knowledgeable local! Cynthia's place is a no-brainer for our next visit to Santa Fe.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pancho Sastre

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

LuAnn O.

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

Absolutely Perfect!

We were in Santa Fe, once again, to celebrate our anniversary. Although we've stayed in several places in Santa Fe over the years, this was by far our favorite. We loved the close proximity to Museum Hill and Canyon Road. But the best experience was at the house itself. Peaceful. Serene. and absolutely Lovely. Looking forward to returning soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

We'll stay here again!

What a jewel of a place! Of the many VRBO properties we've stayed in, this is one that we'll likely revisit on our next trip to Santa Fe. Why? Well, partly because it's fairly private, in a gated area, close to Museum Hill and other Santa Fe sights and, mostly, because it's a beautiful home, very interesting and stylishly designed, which is important to us. Oh, and we loved the small area with the waterfall and hot tub to drink our coffee or wine and the sunsets seen from the west deck!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Cynthia Carter

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I've lived in Santa Fe for over 25 years, and consider myself a true "local" now, and sometimes I even feel like a native!

I grew up in the Midwest and longed to live in the mountains, especially after taking a few ski trips in my early 20s. After having experienced the west, I decided to begin my search for the perfect place to live. On one of my exploratory western trips I visited Santa Fe and knew the moment I arrived that I was home.

I enjoy traveling and visiting places that are much different culturally than America. Some places I've visited include India, Mexico, Canada, France, Spain, Italy, Ireland, Honduras and Indonesia. A perfect vacation to me is one involving physical activities and cultural immersion, spending time with locals and learning about their culinary and cultural traditions and way of life. I enjoy most outdoor activities: most frequently mountain biking, hiking and downhill skiing. I taught skiing for a couple of years up at Ski Santa Fe, and look forward to teaching again.

I take great pride in creating beauty indoors and outdoors, and love the peaceful satisfaction that comes from creating and living in these spaces. I also appreciate and greatly respect the flora and fauna that inhabit the land and believe in being a good steward and caregiver to the land.

Currently I live in Santa Fe in a guest house that is near the vacation rental, close enough so I may respond quickly if you have any needs, but far enough away that we both are able to enjoy our own space and privacy.

Why they chose this property

When I found this home and the fruit trees, the beautiful architectural features and gorgeous patio area and gardens, I simply fell in love. It feels like a retreat here, especially in the summertime. The home had everything that was important to me: beauty, views, convenient location to downtown and restaurants, and has a 5-minute easy access to route 25 which makes trips to Albuquerque painless.

I also enjoy the peaceful drive along Old Santa Fe Trail that leads to most areas in town that I frequent.

Sun and Moon mountains are nearby, and there is a nice hiking trail that leads up Sun Mountain, the trail head is only 1/2 mile away and is a great hike to take before starting the day. Once at the top, on one side you look down into the valley where St. Johns College is located, the other side has expansive views to Santa Fe and beyond to the Sandia mountains in Albuquerque.

What makes this property unique

The home is minutes from town and because of the location it is a lovely and easy drive on Old Santa Fe Trail along Pinon studded hills on the way to downtown, the plaza, restaurants, Trader Joe's and Whole Foods.

Situated on acreage in the Santa Fe foothills, the home is surrounded by native flora and fauna, and has numerous fruit trees on the property. Occasionally you'll see a herd of deer wander through, hawks soaring above or humming birds visiting the flower garden. You feel like you are far out in the country, as the home is on a gated dirt road, yet you are less than 1/8 mile from the pavement of Old Santa Fe Trail and only 8 minutes from downtown and the plaza.

Numerous outdoor sitting areas, including a large curved deck accessed by an 8' sliding door from the living room wraps around the home and overlooks western mountain sunsets and views of the northern mountains. A smaller, more intimate patio provides shade and is immersed in honeysuckle and wisteria with a backdrop that includes a beautiful flower garden, Ponderosa pines and deciduous trees.

Unique architectural details in the home that add to your Santa Fe experience include: large, louvered La Puerta doors that invite in a beautiful flower garden just beyond; a heavy, mesquite front door greets you with a Mexican rod iron window insert and solid iron fixtures; soaring high ceilings in the great room and kitchen with vigas and split cedar ceilings; a lovely kiva fireplace accessed from two sides: the kitchen, and opposite the kitchen, in front of a romantic loveseat in the great room.

Living room has HD 4K 50" smart TV, with a bluetooth sound bar system that you can connect to using a device or computer. Television options include Directv offering all local stations, and most channels offered on a cable service including CNN, AMC and sports channels, Netflix and Hulu.

Languages:

English

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