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Mountain Escape for Relaxation, 20 min to ABQ, 40 min to Slopes

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Front Yard in Dec. Shows part of the driveway, covered!
When it Snows this is the front yard. 4wd is necessary.
Front Door Entrance
Long driveway entry
Kitchen with Gas cook top/oven, other small appliances, Breakfast Bar

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6260.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Tijeras, NM
  • ABQ Uptown
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • University of New Mexico
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Kirtland Air Force Base
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Green Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Teal Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs guest bath

Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Hallway bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Mountain Escape for Relaxation, 20 min to ABQ, 40 min to Slopes

Large mountain home on 2 acres. 3 bedrooms upstairs with shared hallway bathroom, and Master bedroom with luxurious bathroom. Downstairs, Game room, Kitchen stocked with essentials, large Dining room, Living room and guest bathroom. House has central heating and AC swamp cooler for comfort. All linens provided, deck off kitchen with propane BBQ. NEW LAUNDRY ROOM! This location may need 4wd or Chains if snow is present.

Property manager

Linda Hall

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 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
2 acres to roam, climb trees go on a treasure hunt
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Mountain homes utilitze a well for water. Please use water conservatively.
Trash Policy. Bag all trash in large black trash bags before leaving and place in Trash can corral.. No trash should be left in the yard.
The National forestry has a strick no outdoor fires in the summer. There will be no firepit nor any other open fire allowed at this time. NO FIREWORKS

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tijeras

Located in Tijeras, this holiday home is in the mountains. Cibola National Forest and Oak Flat reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski Area and Makarios Ranch. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tijeras, NM

What's nearby

  • Oak Flat - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • ABQ Uptown - 33 min drive - 37.9 km
  • University of New Mexico - 38 min drive - 41.8 km
  • Kirtland Air Force Base - 38 min drive - 42.3 km
  • Isleta Amphitheater - 47 min drive - 56.9 km

Getting around

  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ponderosa Steakhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Old Tyme Shop & Ice Cream Parlor - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jo's Chameleon Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Ponderosa Eatery and Saloon - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Escape for Relaxation, 20 min to ABQ, 40 min to Slopes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Escape for Relaxation, 20 min to ABQ, 40 min to Slopes?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Escape for Relaxation, 20 min to ABQ, 40 min to Slopes?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Mountain Escape for Relaxation, 20 min to ABQ, 40 min to Slopes located?

This family-friendly Tijeras holiday home is located in the mountains, 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Cibola National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Oak Flat and Juan Tomas Open Space. Tijeras Open-Air Arts Market and Hockett Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellyse G.

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

Vacay

We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yami

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

Post Christmas relaxation

Our family stayed here to enjoy some peace and quiet after the holidays. The house was so clean and had all of the amenities we needed. Definitely recommend if you want mountains, but still close enough to the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky F.

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

Wonderful Stay

The pictures do not give this place justice. We had a relaxing time on the patio and around the fire pit. The scavenger hunt was a big hit with my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

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

Review

Very nice property. A little far from the balloons, but a very good price.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

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

Christmas getaway

We enjoyed the scenery and the house was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W., Lawrence, Ks

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

Family gathering

Nice clean out of the way space, plenty of room for a family get together and dinner. Property is beautiful with hiking trails nearby which we took advantage of. Loved our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

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

Great Stay

We stayed for our family vacation in the Alb area. We enjoyed the house tremendously. Was able to communicate quickly with the owner when I had questions about our stay. Would recommend to anyone who is looking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aimee H.

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

Beautiful home

We enjoyed our stay very much. The home was larger than expected and was in a very nice area. Both the home and the surrounding scenery were very beautiful. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Israel C.

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

Amazing views!

The property and amenities are amazing! Mountain living at its best with easy access to hiking, trails, and nature. I am already planning a return trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Srikanth B.

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

Beautiful property with serene surroundings

We enjoyed our stay at this house. Calm and private property where you can hear birds sounds throughout day. The books and brochures were really helpful to know and plan for local attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

January l.

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

Relaxing

Great family time away from the city rush. Nice, short drive to ABQ, owner was easy to communicate with as well. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine K.

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

Clean, quiet home in the country

This is a lovely home in a rural setting. Very quiet and private. It was very clean and the kitchen had everything I needed and more including coffee, cooking oil, and spices. We enjoyed watching the birds while eating breakfast on the patio. The a/c and the wi-fi worked great. Roads leading to the house are paved. The driveway is gravel and a little steep at the end. A 4-wheel drive vehicle might be needed in snow. Very nice property, highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noah and Christine C.

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

Tijeras trip

We stayed for 2 nights in this lovely home. It was spotless and so comfortable. Everything we needed was there and more! Beautiful home, tons of space inside and outside and tastefully decorated. You can tell this home is loved ! Will definitely stay there again when in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christy G.

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

Perfect mountain house retreat!

We enjoyed the mountains all around us, the birds at the feeder, the book collection and coffee around the fire ring one morning. We even saw a few shooting stars as well! It's a short, scenic drive to hiking /climbing trails, to Albuquerque and Santa Fe for shopping or to experience the Sandia Peak Tramway. Such a relaxing home. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Candida W.

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

The perfect place at the perfect time.

Loved cooking in the kitchen. Even cooked up some steaks on the grill. The laundry room with the clothes line was an excellent touch. Wind rushing through the trees, the privacy and those fabulous showers. All good things to restore my soul, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Ari G.

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

Nice getaway

Nice property, clean, stocked with many basics. Linda is a great host and made the experience better. Biggest issue was we couldn’t enjoy the outdoors as much as we wanted to due to the dogs in two neighboring properties.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Beautiful Mountain Home

My mom & I had a very pleasant stay at this property. It had everything we could have possibly needed and we felt immediately at home here. The views were amazing, there was an abundance of space and really loved the cabinet full of games. Surrounding neighbor’s dogs and roosters might be an issue for light sleepers but we didn’t mind them. Important to know that property shares a driveway with another home and they have several protective dogs but their property is fenced. We only had one issue during our stay but the owner was easy to reach and very prompt in helping to resolve the concern. Highly recommend and would love to stay here again next time we’re in ABQ.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W., Houston, Texas

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

really nice home with amazing outdoor space

we stayed in this lovely home when we came to attend the balloon fiesta . I had a lot of questions for the property owner and she was always very quick and informative with her responses . once we arrived, we couldn't locate a hair dryer and she quickly provided 2 hair dryers for us to use during our stay. each room in the home was so nicely decorated and there was even a flashlight in each room just in case one was needed. There was also a nice bottle of wine waiting for us when we arrived . the outdoor space is so beautiful and we loved the bird viewing area . we even saw a bunny there one afternoon . we would absolutely stay there again if we ever travel to the area again !
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

April A., Las Cruces

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

Nice mountain getaway

Such a fun stay! Great communication with host. Very comfortable home - had everything we needed. Pretty views - slept with the windows open to get a cool, fresh breeze. Would suggest you arrive before dark as turnoff is easy to miss. Plan to bring groceries as no real grocery store nearby. We cooked one might and grilled another- found everything we needed. We had no issues with neighbors or dogs. Sounded like a rooster crowing competition in the mornings and at dusk, but it suited our surroundings perfectly and added to the experience. Lots of great family time. Would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

April A., Las Cruces

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

Quick Mountain Getaway

This is our 2nd time staying at Linda's home for a weekend trip. It was clean, well stocked and very comfortable. We brought groceries to cook and grill. Kitchen had everything we needed. Wifi works great. Beds and linens are comfy. Plenty of hot water. Appreciated the simple and limited check out instructions. The addition of a gas grill and covered firepit were much appreciated and enjoyed. The location allows spectacular views of the sky at night. Enjoyed the firepit both nights - plenty of wood provided. Private lot with plenty of space for a kid to explore and play. Very close to trails and campgrounds for mountain biking, hiking. dirt biking and more. We hope to return again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H., Silver Plume, Colorado

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

Family Wedding

I stayed at the Mountain Escape with my husband, my son and his wife and two children (ages 7 and 9) and my daughter and her husband. We were in Tijeras for my youngest daughter’s wedding in July 2023. I chose the house only because it was just five minutes from my daughter’s home, where the wedding was held. We couldn’t have been more pleased! The house was beautiful, with two and a half bathrooms, a well stocked kitchen, a large dining room, a game room with lots of great games, and a very comfortable living room. Additionally there were three very nice bedrooms upstairs. The beds and linens were very comfortable. The house was much larger and more beautiful than the pictures revealed. Our favorite thing about this house was the amazing bird watching area, the breezy porch, and the fun scavenger hunt. A lovely roomy home for a family reunion! We hope to be back again soon. (Also, we were in town during a significant heat wave, and the AC worked great!)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Shelley H., Oklahoma City

Liked: Check-in, communication

Beautiful view

Home was nice but master suite had no closet or dresser. Also no hallway or coat closet. No storage for clothes was not convenient. Master shower had a clump of hair covering the drain and there were no kitchen trash bags available. Master suite windows had no screens so that room stayed a bit warm without the ability to let the cool breeze in. Rental ad said the garage was available for use but it was locked. That was not a big deal for me. Keys provided only unlocked the front door. Back door was much more convenient for carrying items to/from the house because there were no stairs but there was no key for that door. Loose dogs at the house below that shared the same driveway. I was skeptical about walking towards the street. Overall the house was nice and the mountain view was beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

Wonderful and Relaxing

We had a wonderful stay here during our vacation to the 50th Balloon Fiesta. Even though the weather was rainy and cold most of our stay, the atmosphere at the house was very enjoyable and relaxing. We really enjoyed the lighted back porch next to the bird viewing area. The drive to the house was beautiful and loved that we could get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Thank you for sharing your amazing home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M., Oak Park, CA

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

family getaway near Tijeras

We enjoyed our stay at Mountain Escape. The space nicely accommodated 5 adults and 1 kindergartner (family reunion for a nearby wedding). Kitchen is very well equipped and there are enough streaming options to provide some entertainment for the little one. The scavenger hunt was also well received, except don't waste time looking for Barbie as she's no where to be found. Communication with the owner through VRBO was efficient with very rapid turn around. Much appreciated!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Candida W.

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

Peaceful mountain home

Loved it. Well appointed ( well stocked) with foil and cooking utilities. The scavenger hunt was fun for a 66/73 yr old to engage us.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Linda Hall

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Languages:

English