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Terrace/patio
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Bathroom
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Ruidoso, New Mexico
  • Grindstone Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Wingfield Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Pillow's Funtrackers
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 8

1 King Bed

8 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 7

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 8

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Grindstone Lake Lodge, a true one of a kind with the most amazing view

Perched high above Grindstone Lake, the stunning Grindstone Lake Lodge offers unparalleled views and a unique blend of luxury and nature. This multi-story, eight-bedroom, eight-bathroom home comfortably accommodates up to 20 guests, making it perfect for large groups, family reunions, or special getaways.

From the moment you step inside, you'll be captivated by the beauty of this brand-new mountain retreat. The sweeping views from the expansive windows and multiple decks are simply breathtaking—no words or pictures can fully capture the magic of this location. Grindstone Lake Lodge is truly a one-of-a-kind experience, not only in Ruidoso but throughout southern New Mexico.

Endless Adventures at Your Doorstep

Located in the heart of Ruidoso’s scenic mountain range, the lodge offers quick access to outdoor activities like hiking, skiing, and exploring the charming local shops. After a day of adventure, return to your private haven and indulge in the luxurious comforts waiting for you. Each bedroom is a sanctuary of relaxation, paired with ensuite bathrooms designed for privacy and convenience. Entertainment abounds with high-speed internet, flat-screen TVs throughout, and a fully-equipped game room featuring gaming tables for hours of fun.

Gourmet Kitchen for Group Feasts

The spacious gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream. With a large refrigerator, dual wall ovens, a gas cooktop, and ample prep space, you’ll find everything you need to prepare delicious meals for your group. The open layout allows for easy socializing, with plenty of room for multiple cooks to work together, and the kitchen flows seamlessly into the main living area, perfect for gathering with friends and family.

Capture Every Moment

Your stay at Grindstone Lake Lodge will be filled with moments you'll want to remember forever, so be sure to bring your camera for all the incredible selfie spots! The sheer beauty of this lodge will leave your friends and family in awe when you share your experience of staying at this unforgettable location.

Mountain Living, with a Few Twists

Ruidoso is a picturesque alpine community, known for its twisty mountain roads and ever-changing weather. Elevations range from 6,000 to 12,000 feet, and homes are often multi-level with inclined lots. Wildlife is abundant, so don’t be surprised if you encounter a few critters on the road. Power outages and intermittent internet or cell phone service are part of life in the mountains—embrace the slower pace and simpler life. In winter months, we recommend 4-wheel drive vehicles or chains to navigate the steep roads.

Come relax, unwind, and soak in the natural beauty that makes Grindstone Lake Lodge a true paradise. You’ll leave with memories that last a lifetime.

Property manager

Destiny Real Estate & Development, LLC
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Ruidoso

Located in Ruidoso, this holiday home is in the mountains. Cree Medows Public Golf Course and The Links at Sierra Blanca are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Stanton-Snowy River National Conservation Area and Grindstone Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ruidoso Downs Racetrack or Ruidoso Winter Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Ruidoso, New Mexico

What's nearby

  • Grindstone Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wingfield Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Pillow's Funtrackers - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Cree Medows Public Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 6 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Downshift Brewing Company Riverside - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lost Hiker Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cattle Baron Steak & Seafood - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Grindstone Lake Lodge, a true one of a kind with the most amazing view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Grindstone Lake Lodge, a true one of a kind with the most amazing view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grindstone Lake Lodge, a true one of a kind with the most amazing view?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Grindstone Lake Lodge, a true one of a kind with the most amazing view located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Grindstone Lake and Wingfield Park. Pillow's Funtrackers and Cree Medows Public Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 78 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 78 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Thanksgiving 2024

Great place Spacious Clean Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fernando C.

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

Views

View was the best one by far, and the property was more than spacious. Will be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyson K.

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

Wedding stay

We had an amazing stay with our wedding party that started with a super easy check in and instructions from the property manager. Essentials were available and no issues with the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ersulyn C.

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

Beautiful Property

Really enjoyed our stay. The property is absolutely gorgeous. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Rynn D.

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

Beautiful views

Beautiful views, large spacious home, great communication from property manager.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B.

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

Everything was great

Thank you for sharing such a lovely property. Super clean and the view is amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori J.

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

Excellent

Excellent, beautiful views, beautiful home everything was up to standards
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvette F.

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

Amazing house

My friend we’re at awww when we arrived it’s a beautiful house and beautiful amazing view
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Callie M.

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

Beautiful Place

We stayed here with our wedding party and it was a fantastic property! Every bedroom has its own bathroom, making it ideal for large families or couples staying together. The views were stunning. Kitchen had everything you could need.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie S.

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

Awesome

We had an amazing family reunion!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon D.

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

Family Reunion

The size and location of the house was perfect for our family reunion. The house was spacious and very clean. The kitchen/family room was a great place for our family to gather and spend time together. The views from the back deck is spectacular.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

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

Amazing, Peaceful Views!

This place is magnificent! 8 beds/baths made the stay very comfortable for our family and as large as the place is, we didn't feel overcrowded with 13 people in it. We had a ton of fun in the game room, grilling out and having coffee on the balconies. The view is amazing and it was so peaceful, especially in the morning hearing the ravens and seeing the deer casually walking by. Definitely recommend it and will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dino M.

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

Wonderful Thanksgiving Family Vacation

This trip was over 6 months in the making and first major trip since COVID. In all, there were about 22 of us however the large rental allowed us to spread out and never feel crammed. The worst part of the vacation was leaving Ruidoso.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth V.

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

Awesome mountain views

Even though there are houses close by, the feel is one of total privacy. You don’t feel the need to go anywhere because the views and the cool mountain air is refreshing. We had hummingbirds stop by everyday, we saw wild horses, and deer. God willing, we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Beautiful, Comfortable Home in a great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We rented the Grindstone Lake Lodge for 8 guys on a Ruidoso golf trip. The home is in great condition, has a great kitchen for cooking large meals, and every bedroom is very comfortable. The balcony view is awesome!
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10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

You won't be disappointed

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay at Grindstone Lake Lodge was everything and more that the descriptions give. So much room and the accommodations were great. You will not be disappointed in your choice to stay here. I highly recommend this lodge for big families or groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
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8/10 Good

Luis R.

Grindstone lake cabin

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Average experience just a lot of spider webs by the kitchen island lights. Found spider under the blankets.
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10/10 Excellent

Rusty F.

The most beautiful view in Ruidiso!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house is amazing! It has 8 bedrooms, and each has its own bathroom. Perfect for my large extended family. Words can't describe the beauty from the back deck. Bald eagles drifted over the lake. My dad even watched one dive into the water and catch a fish one morning! Swarms of humming birds at the feeders. A true slice of heaven!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Great Experience

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home is fantastic! We came for the Doug Bass tournament and this place had an amazing view and the house is great. We were blessed to get the opportunity to enjoy this home and location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aricel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Dyron H.

Beautiful view and close to town but slow internet.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location was great. You have easy access to the lake, town, and hiking trails. There are a few things to consider when renting this property. I would not recommend this property if you need fast, reliable internet during your stay. The internet is very slow. if you plan to play pool or shuffleboard, those games need to be in better condition. This is an excellent property for couples or groups that need a private room but also want to gather as a group. I would rent again if they fixed the internet and updated the pool table and shuffleboard.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie K.

Beautiful

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were all so pleased with the home! Plenty of room for a big group. Amazing views! Spacious kitchen and dining room! We loved our weekend at the beautiful and clean home!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Lori D.

Overlooking Grindstone Lake

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: With 8 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms this was the perfect house for our 16 family members. Although we had some issues (no internet the entire time we were there and many light bulbs burned out) we enjoyed our time together at the house.
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10/10 Excellent

Tim & Peggy R.

Beautiful NM

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful family vacation at Grindstone Lake Lodge. We had 10 adults 3 teenagers and 2 little ones. There was plenty of room for all of us. The amenities were more than described on VRBO. The lake view was fabulous. We filled the hummingbird feeders and the hummingbirds gave us many hours of entertainment. Prior to our trip we sent an email to ask questions and never got a response. We called several days later and got some of our questions answered. The property was in good condition, we had an issue with an electrical breaker tripping the last night of our stay. No one responded to a voicemail or text sent to the emergency number. It was in the room with the baby and we needed the baby monitor. Guess they don't monitor, or didn't consider this an emergency. A response back stating we wouldn't be hearing back would have been nice. We received a response on VRBO the next morning as we were leaving town that they would be out that day. The breaker box was not accessible on the lower level rooms. The area is beautiful and there are a lot of things to do very close. We enjoyed disk golf, horseback riding, paddleboarding, canoeing, ziplining, and white sands monument. This is a great space for multi-generation families.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Bea S.

Unexpected Surprise!

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a family reunion there last year and loved the place so we decided to book again this year. We had been at the house about an hour when we saw a mouse. We went sure so we looked for it and yep found it and killed it. We went to store and bought some mouse traps just in case. We all had taken food and didn’t want to take a chance. I called the number given to me for any questions or concerns but no answer. To our surprise next morning we caught 2 other mice. Called number again no response sent email no response. Until Sunday after check I received an email that she was sorry and would have her supervisor contact me, I am still waiting for call back from supervisor or someone. I was not expecting a compensation at all just some kind of attention. Needless to say we will not be going back to this location for our annual family reunion.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

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