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'Save a penny- gain an experience' with a stay at Petite Retreat.

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Petite Retreat Welcomes All!
Circle gravel driveway with easy one step entry
Front Entry
Step inside to open living room/dining and kitchen
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 688.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Ruidoso, NM
  • Pillow's Funtrackers
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Ruidoso Downs Racetrack
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Grindstone Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bath # 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bath # 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

'Save a penny- gain an experience' with a stay at Petite Retreat.

Petite Retreat: Big Charm, Small Price!

Why break the bank when you can have the full mountain experience at Petite Retreat? This charming and affordable cabin gives you everything you need for a cozy getaway, nestled right in the heart of Ruidoso's beautiful pine-covered landscape. With 950 sq. ft. of rustic charm, this 2-bedroom cabin is perfect for a quick escape to unwind and reconnect with nature.

Step into the inviting living area, where cathedral ceilings and a warm wood-burning fireplace (firewood is NOT provided) create the ideal space for relaxation. The fully equipped kitchen, complete with a built-in island, makes it easy to prepare a meal while still enjoying the company of friends or family. Step outside to the back deck, fire up the grill, and let the fresh mountain air and whispering pines complete your evening.

Petite Retreat is all about comfort and convenience, offering easy one-step entry, new upgrades like Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV in the bedroom, a comfy new couch in the living room, and a brand-new stove in the kitchen. Whether you're here for a weekend refresh or a longer stay, this cabin is a true Ruidoso gem that delivers big value for a small price.

Come relax and recharge at Petite Retreat, your cozy and affordable mountain escape!

Please Note: This property DOES NOT have AC.

Petite Retreat is located around the corner from Bluebird View, Hidden Treasure, and Lone Pine.

Ruidoso, Alto, and surrounding areas: Submerse yourself within the towering pines of Lincoln County and watch local wildlife such as elk, deer, wild horses, turkey, birds, and more in their natural habitats. Plan a day basking in the stillness of our national forest while hiking, biking, or fishing, golfing at one of our multiple golf courses or spend a fun night out on the town at one of the area's local attractions! Be sure to swim or fish at the beautiful Grindstone or Alto Lake, delight your senses at Winter Park with roller coaster and tubing, and explore the ski slopes and hiking trails throughout Ski Apache. Win big at one of our three local casinos and enjoy the excitement of live quarter horse racing at Ruidoso Downs Racetrack. Be happy you took a respite from the concrete jungle. Come relax and refresh with us!

Distances to Area Attractions and Travel Time (barring there is not an elk or wild horse traffic jam):
Bonito Lake 17.4 miles; 35 minute drive
Grindstone Lake 4 miles; 10 minute drive
Inn of the Mountain Gods 5.7 miles; 12 minute drive
Midtown Shopping District 3.2 miles; 8 minute drive
Ruidoso Downs Racetrack & Casino 2.5 miles; 6 minute drive
Ski Apache Ski Resort 20.1 miles; 43 minute drive
Ruidoso Winter Park/Screaming Eagle Roller Coaster 8.6 miles; 17 minute drive

Bedding: 3 Queen

Please Read: Hummingbird Cabins, LLC is the host and who will provide customer service after you've booked your rental home through VRBO. Therefore, be advised that our cancellation policy, in-house policies, and procedures may differ from VRBO. All guests will receive our Guest License Agreement that outlines our policies and procedures and are asked to initial and e-sign before receiving their rental information (address and access code). We ask that you please read our policies as we will adhere to them once you've booked your reservation with us (even when booking through a 3rd party entity).

The fine print, what to expect: Our cabins include basic cable, satellite or streaming television, basic cooking utensils, propane gas grill (propane provided), washer and dryer (if applicable- please look at the amenities), towels and bed linens for guest use along with heating for winter. Our homes come equipped with either a drip or Keurig coffee maker. *Linens and bath towels *Extra blankets and bedding *Spa towels for properties with spas/hot tubs. While our kitchens are fully equipped with glassware/cookware/utensils/dishes, etc. this does not ensure that all homes will have a blender, crock pot, spices, coffee, or condiments. Please call ahead to confirm if items such as these are available. If not, we ask that you bring your own. Basic toiletries in the Master bathroom only are: *One (1) travel-sized each of shampoo, conditioner, lotion, disposable toothbrush, toothpaste, bar soap, and facial bar soap, *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom. Basic toiletries in all additional bathrooms (if applicable) are: *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom, *one (1) travel-sized bar soap and/or facial soap, *one (1) hairdryer in the home. Basic supplies in the home: *five (5) All-Clear laundry pods, *dish detergent in pod or liquid form (quantities may vary and/or be limited), and three (3) Lemi Shine rinse agent in single-use cups (for homes with dishwashers), *liquid dish soap in (at minimum) a partial container (may only be in homes without dishwashers- check amenities to ensure the home you booked has a dishwasher), *two to three (2-3) rolls of paper towels, *two (2) trash liners in each waste basket; one (1) prepared in a basket and at least one (1) in the bottom or under the sink. We encourage guests to please be mindful of the supplies we provide and always bring extras as housekeeping does not deliver more than what is required to be left in the homes. We highly encourage guests to be prepared with access to chains and/or 4-wheel drive in winter months. Firewood is not provided for homes with wood burning fireplaces.

Property manager

Hummingbird Cabins
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Ruidoso

Located in Ruidoso, this cabin is in the mountains. Fort Stanton-Snowy River National Conservation Area and Wingfield Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Free Spirits at Noisy Water and Pillow's Funtrackers. 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.
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Ruidoso, NM

What's nearby

  • Pillow's Funtrackers - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Ruidoso Downs Racetrack - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Cree Medows Public Golf Course - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Grindstone Lake - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 8 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪K-BOB'S Steakhouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cattle Baron Steak & Seafood - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Save a penny- gain an experience' with a stay at Petite Retreat. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'Save a penny- gain an experience' with a stay at Petite Retreat.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Save a penny- gain an experience' with a stay at Petite Retreat.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'Save a penny- gain an experience' with a stay at Petite Retreat. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Free Spirits at Noisy Water, Museum of the Horse and Pillow's Funtrackers. Billy the Kid Scenic Byways Visitors Center and Ruidoso Downs Racetrack are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Wonderful

Everything was perfect! Our family had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle A.

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

Very nice Forrest retreat

Small cozy cabin with a large elevated back porch to enjoy morning coffee and watch the Deer! Our family really enjoyed this fun family retreat. Great location and property managers were easy to work with! Would highly reccomend for small families.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal T.

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

Great property Amazing Host

I loved the property great host answer all my many questions in a very timely manner. Property was very clean and the area was very quiet! Great property at a great price !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia G.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liliana R.

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

Family getaway

Cabin was very warm and welcoming. Great location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Savannah M.

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

Cozy

Loved the location and coziness!! This place was also a great to see dear.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

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

Labor Day

Great little house
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben P.

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

One night stay

We didn’t spend an overwhelming amount of time there at the cabin but it was definitely a bright spot of our trip. I will definitely be coming back and plan on recommending Hummingbird Cabins to friends and fsmily
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

becky a.

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

Vacation

Great place to stay. Was a little hot as there is no a/c, but overall great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

hector r.

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

Perfect get away

If you and your friends want a weekend getaway at a affordable price this cabin is it! we loved the cabin so much the location was close to convince things, and it was super easy to get into the cabin 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

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

My relaxing getaway

It was so cozy warm n charming had everything we needed n very easy to get to the stores or where ever you needed to go !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene B.

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

Perfect Getaway location

We celebrated my daughter’s 14th bday and the cabin was perfect and cozy. We came in during a snowstorm, so my vehicle couldn’t make it up the hill about .03 mile away. We parked down the hill at a hotel and walked the rest of the way. The cabin was nice and warm but a rug should be at the front door to not track in snow/dirt. We used a towel. The kitchen was stocked well, dishes a little dirty from previous users but we just washed them. The kids loved the loft. I would definitely use this location again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

christopher p.

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

Absolutely wonderful!

This cabin was located in the perfect location in Ruidoso. Just far enough to feel cozy and enjoy the quiet and close enough to town to get necessities. The cabin was so clean and fully equipped with everything we needed during our stay. With deer and woods all around if was such a beautiful scenery! The back patio gave the perfect touch for the just right experience we were looking for! Check it was extremely easy and so was check out! We will definitely rent from Hummingbird again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Dale H.

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

Nothing fancy but a nice little property

Property was clean, only a few negatives. I would suggest adding some silverware as there was only 2 forks. Kind of tough when you have 4 people. Beds upstairs were 2 full size and not the best quality. The other amenities were good. Thanks for letting us stay at your property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron E.

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

Petite retreated

Nice little place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobby L.

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

Great stay for the price!

As a young family we don't get many chances to get away and enjoy time together. The cabin was perfect for our family of 4 and gave us a feel of being out in the wilderness without being completely outside of town. Loved seeing the wild horses, elk and deer from the balcony and enjoying the cool nights you only get in the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nayeli R.

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

Great Location

Easy access to fast food, stores, racetrack, etc.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

DEEANN B., MARICOPA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great Cabin and location

The location of the cabin was perfect. We went for a family reunion and a chance to get out of the Phoenix heat. We enjoyed the deer that came up to the cabin and our family reunion was just a couple of miles from where it was. Shopping is close by And the cabin was beautiful. Just a couple of notes though. The beds upstairs are not queens. They are full-size. The upstairs area is very small and hard to move around in. If you try to sleep two people per bed you’re going to hit your head. For overall cleanliness, I would only give the cabin three stars. Some of the dishes were very dirty and the cabinet over the stove left Grease on my fingers when I opened it. There were items underneath one of the beds upstairs left by a previous renter. The cleaning staff definitely doesn’t clean underneath anything. Other than that the fact that there were two bathrooms was a huge plus. The location is close enough to town to be extremely convenient yet far enough away to make you feel, like you are far back in the mountains. It was absolutely beautiful. (the cabin itself, as well as the land around it.) Even though there was those few cleaning issues I would still stay there again. Overall, I would say it is a great place to stay..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

David W.

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

Nice cabin

Needs a/c and remove the carpet in the bathroom. Other than that it was a very nice cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Joe T.

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

Minor concerns

Overall a beautiful place. Only majorly thing was the oven doesn’t work. You can turn on the gas but it won’t light- a fire hazard. The cookware, knives could be updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Dan A.

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

Quiet and comfortable

Nice quiet neighborhood with easy access to town. Enjoyed the fireplace and abundant wildlife.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Felipe B.

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

Pretty small, cozy cabin. Would of like for the garage would of opened.

Family friendly neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

William W.

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

Quiet neighborhood and nice place.

Worked very well for my stay. There are a few thing that need attention, like toaster over missing interior tray. Welcome binder information isn't accurate for this property. TV had "VERY" limited channels. A few extra changes would justify a few a slightly extra per day cost.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

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

Nice stay

The cabin was nice, close to everything, and stocked with all the necessaties.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Horse racing

Clean, good location, comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Hummingbird Cabins

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Hummingbird Cabins offers quality vacation rental cabins, homes, and property management services in Ruidoso and throughout Lincoln County, New Mexico.

Ruidoso is a beautiful mountain village in Southeastern New Mexico. Although the activities may seem endless year around, our visitors report their favorite activity to be relaxing while enjoying our cool pines and beautiful mountain views. Ruidoso is famous the world over for being the home of the richest quarter horse race; The All American Futurity. Live racing occurs each summer between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Wintertime activities includes Ski Apache which is the Southernmost ski resort providing the warmest weather skiing and snowboarding to be found. Hummingbird Cabins is committed to providing our customers with the highest level of personal care and service. We are at your service and welcome you to our mountain paradise.

Please read: Hummingbird Cabins, LLC is the host and who will provide customer service after you've booked your rental home through VRBO. Therefore, be advised that our cancellation policy as well as our inhouse policies and procedures may differ from VRBO. All guests will receive our Guest License Agreement that outline our policies and procedures and are asked to initial and e-sign before receiving their rental information (address and access code). We ask that you please read our policies as we will adhere to them once you've booked your reservation with us (even when booking through a 3rd party entity).

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests