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La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe!

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Living Room
Covered Patio
Back Patio
Front Exterior
Living Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Santa Fe, NM
  • Canyon Road
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Loretto Chapel
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Santa Fe Plaza
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1st Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe!

Which is more beautiful, the luxe furnishings and decor of this South Capitol area home, or its huge, shaded garden with pinon pines and al fresco dining? You might just have to come see for yourself!
La Vida Buena is right in the heart of Santa Fe, in a quiet, leafy neighborhood just a mile from the Plaza. The house is New Pueblo-style, with wood-burning kiva fireplaces, handsome viga ceilings, and all the little touches that make a home unique. Best of all, it is set in a large lot with a lovely garden, several patio spaces, and plenty of greenery for you to enjoy!
Step inside and admire the southwestern colors and handsome style of La Vida Buena. The living room is dominated by a bank of windows with beautiful modern stained glass, turning the sunlight bright colors as it falls into the room. A handsome leather couch and banks of pillows on built-in seating invite your group to relax around the fireplace or watch the large flat-screen mounted on one wall. Everything is neat, spotless, and utterly charming. This is northern New Mexico living at its finest!
Adjacent to the living room are the kitchen and dining areas, painted in bright colors and immaculately appointed. You will love the stainless-steel appliances and well-stocked cupboards in the kitchen, which is fit for the finest chef. No matter what you yearn to make -- from a simple snack to a family feast -- you will find what you need here. All the time-saving countertop appliances are here too, to get you up and moving in the morning: coffeemaker, toaster, and more. Just add groceries!
The dining room is a spacious and beautiful area, with a table that seats 4 and a second wood-burning kiva fireplace for warmth and atmosphere. This room also doubles as a game center, so your group can divide up between those who want to watch a movie in the living room and those engrossed in cards. You will love how roomy La Vida Buena is, with plenty of private areas so that each member of your party c

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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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
Property Registration Number 136150

About the area

Santa Fe

South Capitol, a neighbourhood in Santa Fe, is home to this holiday home. Santa Fe Farmers Market and Canyon Road are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Randall Davey Audubon Center & Sanctuary and New Mexico Land Conservancy. Santa Fe Children's Museum and Santa Fe Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Santa Fe, NM

What's nearby

  • New Mexico State Capitol - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Canyon Road - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Loretto Chapel - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Santa Fe Railyard - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Santa Fe Plaza - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Santa Fe Depot - 18 min walk
  • Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Del Charro Saloon - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Craft Coffee & Donuts - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sazon - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Modern General - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Downtown Subscription - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe! located?

Located in South Capitol, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of New Mexico Military Museum and Santa Fe Plaza. Center for Contemporary Arts and New Mexico State Capitol are also within 15 minutes. Santa Fe Depot is 18 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 104 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

CJ M.

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

La Buena Vida

Beautiful furnishings. Nice neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfectly decorated cabin.

We had a wonderful time. It was a perfect Southwest experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna M.

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

Great place to stay

Great house, quiet neighborhood but easy walking distance to the plaza and railyard. Cost living room with a fire and an outdoor space that would be great in summer
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan m.

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

Awesome week in Santa Fe

The home is in a quiet neighborhood close to downtown. It is welcoming and has the New Mexican flavor that we love. The only drawback is the master shower is inside a very deep soaking tub. We would definitely stay here again if the opportunity arises.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell F.

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

Santa Fe

House was beautiful and location was very private. The ouside garden really helped relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P., Lakewood, United States

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

Beautiful stay in Santa Fe

The house was all we hoped for for an authentic Santa Fe adventure. Close enough to the plaza and lots of good restaurants to walk so we did not have to hassle with parking .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maya S.

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

Home away from home

Comfortable clean eclectic home with all needed amenities - especially enjoyed the grounds - big back yard to rest and read! Will definitely come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn F.

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

Gorgeous

Walking distance to the plaza and on a quiet lot off the main road. beautiful property and had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristi V.

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

Adorable Santa Fe Vibes

Loved the property. The rustic charm, colorful palette, and location was perfect! Worked for a great weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay P.

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

Santa Fe Charm

Loved everything about our stay! Felt like a vacation from the second we walked through the door. So much charm, great layout, awesome location! Couldn’t recommend more!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

Colorful and spacious

A real gem. Super comfortable inside and out!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Nice place

Quaint home in the heart of SF.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Berger st.

Well decorated and supplied place in a lovely neighborhood. Beds are firm, bathrooms are well designed. We’d stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

James P.

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

Conveniently located

Very comfortable place to stay, only a 20 minute walk to downtown or the railyard. Most days we left the car parked and walked to dinner. I worked while on this trip so it was nice to have the desk in the living room, and internet was speedy enough that it felt like I was working from home.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis B.

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

Nice house located near the heart of Santa Fe.

This is a comfortable and well equipped house near Canyon Road and within a short drive or walk to many Santa Fe attractions. The outdoor features are wonderful.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila C.

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

Location was great . Our stay was fantastic.

Was very easy to access information on renting . All questions were immediately answered. I was very pleased with the whole experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

James F.

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

Great Old Santa Fe find.

Quaint back alley adobe get away just minutes from the plaza.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

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

Santa Fe house

This property was well-maintained and in a great location. Spotless!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

Excellent All Around

We loved our stay! Beautiful inside with a well-stocked kitchen, comfy beds and plenty of clean fluffy towels. Two outdoor seating areas, with fragrant lilacs in bloom. Perfect for an early evening glass of wine. Easy walk to the plaza. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home in fantastic neighborhood

We loved the stay. The 1930's era house has so much charm - really cool decor, and lovely gathering spaces. The bed was comfortable. Loved the outdoor garden area. Appreciated that we had off street parking. We were able to walk downtown for restaurants and bars. We were fine with it, but be aware that the master bath is 2 steps down from the bedroom, and the shower is in the jetted tub (not good if you have mobility issues). There is a different bathroom and shower that have no access issues. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brook M., Norman

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

Beautiful property!

This house was absolutely perfect for four people skiing in Santa Fe. It’s roomy, perfectly located, warm and inviting. We loved having our own four walls. The back yard is beautiful and I hope to return and take full advantage of it in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnn G.

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

Perfect Location

The home is exactly what you see. The home was very clean and the linens and towels were spa quality. Had everything we would need and then some. Would definitely stay there again. The beds were exceptionally comfortable. Nice details and decor.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sher A.

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

Wow what an amazing house and location!!!!

Beautiful home and beautifully decorated and 10-15 minute walk to the Plaza and many places we ate. The decorations in the house were purely a whimsical combo of indigenous, Spanish, southwest American and just fun to enjoy looking at. The house was much more than adequate - it was superb and we enjoyed every minute.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

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

Fun place super close to the center of Santa Fe

We had a great stay -- the house is super cozy, very comfortable and charming. The walk to city center is maybe 12 minutes, and if you take the route the owners recommend through the neighborhood, pretty mellow. (Taking the main road is a much less walkable experience.)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Dianne B., Phoenix, USA

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

Charm, Charm, Charm and AC!

Four of us spent three days in Santa Fe and walked everywhere. Great shops, restaurants, museums, galleries, and neighborhoods. Lovely patio for reading or napping…except for the neighbors cat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

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