Black Forest Mountaintop

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7183.9 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Ruidoso, NM

Wingfield Park
‪6 min drive‬
Pillow's Funtrackers
‪7 min drive‬
Grindstone Lake
‪8 min drive‬
Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

Nestled at the top of the black forest in Upper Canyon just minutes from Downtown Ruidoso. This 3 bedroom (Master upstairs and Downstairs) with 3 bathrooms will just take your breath away. Sitting at the top of the mountain with 3 balconies having unobstructed views of Sierra Blanca and the Gorgeous Mountains of Ruidoso. The kitchen has stove, microwave, and dishwasher with an amazing view out the window of the mountains. Don't forget to bring apples to feed all the deer that come up to the balconies. Smart TV includes DVD player and just outside the front door is less than 30 feet walking distance to the entrance of the National Forest and hiking trails. Sitting at the top of the mountain you can enjoy peace and serenity away from others while being minutes from town.

COMMON QUESTIONS:
1. How many beds are there?
Answer: 3 queens, 3 twins, 1 Queen pullout couch.
3. Does my cell phone work.
Answer: Yes and GPS works
4. How far is the cabin from Town?
Answer: The cabin 5 minutes from town.
5. Are there restaurants nearby?
Answer: There are many great restaurants within 5-10 minutes of the house.
6. How far is a grocery store?
Answer: less than 10 minutes.
7. What is the weather like?
Answer: Seasonal
8. How do I get in the house?
Answer: We will tell you where the lockbox is when you book
9. Is the ski rental places nearby?
Answer: Yes plenty 5 minutes away
10. Can you buy lift tickets online?
Answer: Yes many sites.

Property manager

Kevin Hammon

Languages

English, Spanish

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ruidoso

Ruidoso is home to this cabin. Free Spirits at Noisy Water and Museum of the Horse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cree Medows Public Golf Course and The Links at Sierra Blanca. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ruidoso Downs Racetrack or Ruidoso Winter Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ruidoso, NM

What's nearby

Wingfield Park - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
Cree Medows Public Golf Course - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
Pillow's Funtrackers - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
The Links at Sierra Blanca - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
Grindstone Lake - 8 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

‪Downshift Brewing Company Riverside - ‬6 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
‪Lost Hiker Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
‪Cafe Rio - ‬6 min drive
‪Broken Arrow Tap House - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Black Forest Mountaintop pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Black Forest Mountaintop?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Black Forest Mountaintop?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Black Forest Mountaintop located?

Situated in Ruidoso, this cabin is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Grindstone Lake and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Wingfield Park. Cree Medows Public Golf Course and Pillow's Funtrackers are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo C.

2 April 2024

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

A great, cozy stay!

The cabin has great views, it’s pretty comfy and close to the town. Got to see the deers in the mornings and had an excellent attention from Kevin! Definitely will come back!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

17 August 2023

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

5 Stars All Around

Nothing to complain about here! Everything was fantastic and the property owner, Kevin, is very kind and hospitable. I recommend this property to anyone visiting the area!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isaiah S.

21 February 2023

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

Highly Recommend

Property was as described, the views probably even better. Property owner was above and beyond helpful and kind. House was clean and very well kept!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

3 October 2022

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

Ruidoso getaway

Beautiful clean, cozy home, views of the mountains are amazing! Easy Communication with the host. Definitely a place to call a home away from home. Highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob L.

24 August 2022

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

Gorgeous Panoramic Views from Beautiful Home.

Gorgeous views of Mountains and valley. Attractive and well-appointed interior had a nice layout. Enjoyed the turkey's roaming the yard, not to mention nearby deer.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart J., San Angelo, tx

15 August 2022

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

Great home

The views alone make it worth it but adding Rekaxing, quiet, and hiking trails makes it perfect.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Steve G.

11 August 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

My family and I really enjoyed our stay in the cabin. The decor of the cabin was very cute and comfy. The location was great, and the views off of the balcony could not be beat. The property manager was very fast with responding with any questions we had. We just had one complaint, it could have been cleaned better. There were cob webs in the bathrooms that seem like they have been there for a while. The downstairs shower was stained with dirty feet, but that can be an easy fix with some Ajax and elbow grease. The kitchen floor had a gob of dried up jelly. The floors looked like they could use a good cleaning, but with that being said, We would totally stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

18 July 2022

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

Always nice to be in the mountain air

We had a nice few days at the cabin. We enjoyed our time and the view was awesome!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura Michelle C.

5 July 2022

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

Beautiful Cabin

Had a great time! Everything was as expected. Can’t wait to visit again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

4 March 2022

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

Felt at home

We are already ready to book our next stay. Cabin was wonderful. Views were absolutely amazing. Owner was super helpful and accurate. Wonderful experience. I would recommend this particular cabin to anyone looking for a very relaxing stay in the mountains. We will be back soon.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey M.

19 October 2021

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

Great experience!

We really enjoyed our stay! The house was very well kept and the views were amazing. We could have spent the whole weekend on the patio and been perfectly happy!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Moises Nungaray N.

13 October 2021

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

Best time ever

What an amazing place to stay. Our host was awesome and great communication. My family loved it and we plan to stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Greg N.

22 August 2021

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

Beautiful place with a great view

Everything was perfect! House exceeded expectations Everything went smoothly and the owner was a pleasure to deal with

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kassie Z.

17 August 2021

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

Outstanding!

This property was nothing short of amazing! The home itself was in a great location, so beautiful, and very clean. You simply cannot beat the view, it's worth every penny! Very short distance to town. The property manager was very friendly, easy to contact, and very accommodating. Overall, it was a wonderful experience. We would definitely love to rent again. Enjoy!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

4 August 2021

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

The pictures don’t do it justice!

You can’t get a better location in Ruidoso. The view from the back balcony is worth five stars, alone. Definitely the best owner we have ever dealt with through VRBO. If you forced me to complain about something, I’ll say that either the water or the dishwasher do leave a hazy film on the glasses, which was absolutely not a big deal. I promise, the deer and hummingbirds more than make up for it. Loved it!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Javier L.

1 June 2021

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

I loved this place and I would definitely come back

The owner is awesome. He called me to introduce himself to us and to make sure we had his number in case we needed him. He is nothing but accommodating to his guest. The cabin itself has beautiful views and is very very comfortable. I would definitely come back and highly recommend this place to anyone.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

1 April 2021

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

Awesome Cabin, beautiful location!

My family and I loved our stay here! The cabin was great, everything we had hoped for and more! It was nestled in a beautiful area as well. We will definitely be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P.

19 March 2021

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

Can't beat the location

Like being in your own forest as the national forest wraps the property on 2 sides. Only 2 houses (one next door and one across the street) can be seen from the house. Yet only a couple of minutes to midtown.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Roy M.

1 January 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointed in the cleanliness. House in general was a perfect size for us and we enjoyed our stay

Owner responded in a timely manner when questions where asked but expected you to respond immediately if something happened within the house which is understandable. Didn’t appreciate trying to be accused for some damages that we did NOT do. We stand accountable for damages WE incurred and offered to replace but never got a response. Again very disappointed in the cleanliness of house ( food spots in fridge and on kitchen cabinet doors, bathroom door dirty at knob area, trash under couch).We understand he does not go there very often and again appreciate him sharing his home .

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eunice G.

6 July 2020

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little weekend getaway

Great views of the beautiful mountains, had daily deer visit. Would book again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

John E.

30 June 2020

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

Wow! This cabin is fantastic!

The views are second to none. Location is amazing and private. Owner super nice and helpful. Recommending it to friends. Views from decks awesome. Less than 100 yards to trail head. Only 5 minutes from town. Road to get there is steep at one point, but you don’t need 4WD in summer.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

30 March 2020

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

Awesome vacation

This was the most wonderful cabin!!! Beautiful views from all directions!!!! The cabin was lovely, spacious, and had everything you would need. Highly recommend and would definitely stay there again!!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R.

18 February 2020

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

Beautiful Cabin with breathtaking views!

Beautiful views from all the canopies, so quiet and peaceful. This cabin is cozy and homey. Would definitely stay here again. The owner responds immediately to any issues/questions. Wonderful time away from the city. You won't regret booking this cabin for a wonderful get away.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle R.

10 January 2020

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

Excellent Experience

This house is an excellent choice. Very comfortable and clean.. Excellent views. Owner makes you feel welcome at his home. My family would definitely like to stay here again on our next trip.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

15 March 2019

We really enjoyed our stay !

The cabin exceeded our expectations. It is comfortable and spacious. Beautiful views of the mountains. We had a great time. Kevin, the owner, is very helpful and is a text away! Highly recommended .

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

About the host

Hosted by Kevin Hammon

Our Family is very big and very close. We love Ruidoso so much we had a wedding there. Our cabin is more that just a vacation get away. Its become a part of our family for get together s, holidays and traditions. We have had friends and guests stay there and everyone wants to come back. Its so unique because it sits practically alone up in the mountains. If you stay 1 time you will want to come again and again.

Why they chose this property

Very unique in its location and very cozy. You will feel right at home as soon as you step into the front door.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Living Room 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 3

Spaces

About this property