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4 Bears Cabin, Ruidoso (Alto), NM

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Motorcycle Friendly
Stunning Montana Log Cabin

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 152800 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Alto, NM
  • Ruidoso Winter Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Grindstone Lake
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

4 Bears Cabin, Ruidoso (Alto), NM

The stunning 4 Bears Cabin is in beautiful Alto, New Mexico, at the base of the majestic 12,000 ft Sierra Blanca mountain. Located about 5 miles north of Ruidoso, at an altitude of 7,500 ft, this breathtaking Montana Log Cabin sleeps up to 15 and is an excellent vacation retreat suitable for large family gatherings. 4 Bears is your perfect home base for holidays, skiing, golfing, hunting, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, weddings or shopping. It is also the perfectly peaceful retreat to just sit on the deck and listen to the breeze through the tall pines, read a book, or watch wildlife.

The Cabin has approximately 2,800 square feet and includes 4 bedrooms, 2 of which are private Master Suites with King beds and on-suite bathrooms. There are also 2 private bedrooms on lower level one King and one Queen that share a central bathroom. The loft upstairs has 2 twin beds with a single futon. Additionally, the two separate living areas each have queen size hide-a-bed couches and TVs.

The main level Great room has a beautiful freestanding gas fireplace with a breathtaking view of the tall pines through a two-story glassed wall. In addition to the cozy fireplace (that puts out a ton of heat!) there are two separate high efficiency furnaces for the lower and main levels. The 4 Bears Cabin has both a water softener and a reverse osmosis system ideal for drinking water, coffee, and tea. The full kitchen has modern appliances with a new super quiet dishwasher. The cabinets are fully stocked with all pots, pans, dishes, and utensils you will need. There is also a huge stainless gas grill on the deck for those thick Ribeyes or Brats.

Log stairs lead up to the loft overlooking the windowed living area. The two main level master suites have French doors opening onto the large back deck that spans the entire rear of the cabin. The deck has beautiful views of the trees and mountains and is an excellent area for relaxing and enjoying the wildlife and birds. A small creek (Little Creek) runs through the bottom of the property. Elk, deer, black bears, wild horses, turkey, and other wildlife are abundant in the area.

4 Bears Cabin is located in Alto, NM 88312, about 5 miles north of Ruidoso. Google Maps will bring you right to the front door. The road is paved all the way to a new circular gravel driveway that has plenty of parking for 5-6 vehicles.

Sorry, No Pets, No Smoking, and No fires are permitted.

Property manager

KELLY BRANSCOM

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
ALLOWED
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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
Guest is required to sign the Rental Agreement.
A security deposit of $500 will be held for the guest's length of stay.

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Alto

Located in Sun Valley, a neighbourhood in Alto, this cabin is in a rural area. Fort Stanton-Snowy River National Conservation Area and Smokey Bear National Monument reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ruidoso Winter Park and Ruidoso Winter Park. Pillow's Funtrackers and Free Spirits at Noisy Water 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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Alto, NM

What's nearby

  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 16 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Pillow's Funtrackers - 16 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Grindstone Lake - 16 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Downshift Brewing Company Riverside - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Anaheim Jacks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lost Hiker Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Zocca Coffee - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 4 Bears Cabin, Ruidoso (Alto), NM pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 4 Bears Cabin, Ruidoso (Alto), NM?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4 Bears Cabin, Ruidoso (Alto), NM?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is 4 Bears Cabin, Ruidoso (Alto), NM located?

Located in Sun Valley, this cabin is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Ruidoso Winter Park and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Eagle Creek Sports Complex. The Links at Sierra Blanca and Ruidoso Convention Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marla K., Abilene, Texas

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

Best VRBO property ever

Our family has stayed at numerous VRBO properties in New Mexico over the years and this one was the best in every way. It was clean, nicely furnished, beautiful location, close to town, and the property manager and housekeeper were very responsive. We had a wonderful, relaxing family time together. We all agree we want to stay at this property again next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W.

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

Very Satisfied

Beautiful place and a great location. Beautiful view from the back deck with an abundance of birds and deer everywhere. Loved the way the cabin was layered out with lower, main, and upstairs loft. Would recommend this cabin if you are planning a trip to Ruidoso.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

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

Fun Family Getaway

There was plenty of room for our group of 5 adults and 6 kids taking an extended weekend trip for some late February skiing at Ski Apache. The cabin was perfect with all the necessary accommodations. Communication with Kelly was prompt and he sent someone by to address a couple of minor challenges we had. We’ll be back the next time we have a family ski trip to NM. I highly recommend 4 Bears Cabin! P.S. The kids loved tossing apples, carrots, and berries to the herd of mule deer that made a daily appearance.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer H.

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

Family Ski Trip

Second time we have stayed at 4 Bears - It is awesome !!!! Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo L.

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

4 Bears Cabin

My family loved the cabin overall and it’s location. The spacious cabin was perfect for us. A family of deer would visit us every morning. We definitely recommend your stay at the 4 Bears cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

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

Cozy cabin with many amenities

The property was everything that we wanted and needed for our stay. The property was clean, organized and close to town. We enjoyed our stay and Kelly was available anytime we had questions. Great communication! We look forward to going back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea W.

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

Perfect Cabin for families

We loved staying in this cabin. Kelly was a great communicator and the cabin was perfect. The teenagers absolutely loved the loft and the it was nice to have space for the kids downstairs while we enjoyed the view on the main level. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jorge Q.

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

Spring Break 2021

We couldn't have found a more perfect cabin in a more perfect location. Excellent service!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

About the host

Hosted by KELLY BRANSCOM

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We have lived in New Mexico over 30 years and this area is our absolute favorite place to be. We just love spending time at this special place with our grandkids and friends. We often take motorcycle trips in the beautiful Sacramento Mountains and this is the perfect home base.

Why they chose this property

We chose Sun Valley in Alto (Ruidoso), NM for the cool mountain air, the proximity to great vacation sites, good restaurants, shopping, horse racing, casinos, and the casual atmosphere of a vacation area.

What makes this property unique

We enjoy sitting on the large back deck in the serene mountainous area, viewing wildlife (deer, elk, bears, wild horses) and the variety of beautiful birds. We are close to Spencer Theatre and the Flying J Ranch which provides high quality live entertainment on a regular basis.

Languages:

English