Modern cozy cottage on a miniature horse ranch! Family friendly! Full kitchen and bedroom with queen sized bed, living room space with new sleeper couch for two, and dining area. Enjoy spectacular sunrise and sunsets from your porch. Create a meal in fully equipped kitchen or enjoy the amazing cuisine of hundreds of restaurants in easy driving distance.. Freshly baked continental breakfast delivered to your door every morning. Play with our miniature horses, and watch for them to peek in your window every morning! We are child friendly! A portion of every booking fee is donated to www.mylittlehorselistener.org., our equine therapy program for families coping with challenges in northern New Mexico.
Property manager
Elizabeth Delfs
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
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Documentation needed for service and emotional support animals. Be aware that we have livestock guardian dogs who can pose a danger to other animals.
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 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
Cerrillos
Located in Cerrillos, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Casa Grande Trading Post and Metallo Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include St. Joseph Parish and Madrid Historic District.
Los Cerrillos, NM
What's nearby
Turquoise Trail Trading Post - 14 min drive - 7.3 km
Meow Wolf - 43 min drive - 39.1 km
Santa Fe Railyard - 46 min drive - 47.0 km
Loretto Chapel - 47 min drive - 48.0 km
Santa Fe Plaza - 47 min drive - 48.2 km
Restaurants
Mine Shaft Tavern - 22 min drive
Black Bird Saloon - 16 min drive
Java Junction - 22 min drive
The Hollar - 22 min drive
Jezebel Soda Fountain - 22 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Wake Up With Miniature Horses! pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
Where is Wake Up With Miniature Horses! located?
Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Turquoise Trail Trading Post, St. Joseph Parish and Casa Grande Trading Post. Museum of Encaustic Art and Metallo Gallery are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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I really enjoyed the stillness, the mini equine visits, and the kindness of Elizabeth and Gary. We loved waking up to the freshly baked goods every morning. The morning walks on the property were peaceful and a wonderful way to let go of the typical busyness of our lives. We loved Boo's energy and the sweetness of Chaco. We miss them already. We look forward to retuning someday. Thank you Elizabeth and Gary!
A wonderful place and space to rest, recharge and be inspired for a project I'm working on. Thanks Liz and Gary for creating such a comfortable haven, providing great information and conversation about what to do, see and eat/drink locally, and for the yummy morning (still-warm) baked goodies -- all of which made my stay a memorable one!
We absolutely loved waking up to a cool breeze, the braying of the donkey and the sound of little hooves wandering the property. The warm bread/muffins every morning were a delicious bonus. The properties location between Santa Fe and Albuquerque let us easily explore all that both cities have to offer while the surprising little community of Madrid was so fun we ended up spending an entire day with the local artists. Then after each days adventures we got to enjoy beautiful sunsets and dark skies filled with millions of stars. With such great hosts, beautiful views, and perfect location I would absolutely recommend staying here to anyone visiting the area.
This cozy home away from home is located only 20 minutes from Santa Fe but is also much closer to Cerillos and Madrid which one must visit. Albuquerque is 40 minutes away on the Turquoise Trail. The stay was very pleasant, and as a bonus, the owners have 2 mini horses, a mini mule, and a donkey at the property.
The home is somewhat isolated and quiet. In addition for the eco-conscious the property is entirely solar and rainwater is collected and used at the property. all in all it was a nice quiet stay. Of course I can’t forget the warm baked items delivered to our door every morning. Yum.
Hosts were friendly helpful and even bright is home baked pastries every morning if our stay. They allowed us to feed the horses some treats and visit with the animals.
For the cottage it’s self it was very clean and cozy to stay in. We had no issues with the cottage everything worked great and we got an amazing experience.
Would love to stay here again !
Liz and Gary were the best hosts. Out daughter is allergic to eggs and Liz baked fresh muffins and banana bread for us. They took the time to introduce us to all their animals, which our kids loved! The cottage was well stocked, clean and very comfortable. We loved our stay.
Quiet, secluded, and centrally located to Santa Fe and Albuquerque
Fantastic hosts (including the minis) and a beautiful property. Exactly what we were looking for:
• Remote, secluded, quiet
• 45 minutes to Santa Fe
• 60 minutes to Albuquerque
This was a perfect location for our family. The hosts are very accommodating- Gary has great advice on activities and Liz makes wonderful morning baked goodies. The horses (and donkey and mule) are wonderful and funny and very entertaining. It made us want to spend all our time at the casita rather than out and about in Santa Fe! We loved being able to bring our dog along as well. Very special family vacation!
Talia T.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
About the host
Hosted by Elizabeth Delfs
Hello! Your host Liz is a lawyer and Gary is a retired business professor. We have a passionate commitment to harness the gentle power of miniature horses to help families recover from challenges. We love hosting travelers and sharing the beauty of our property and northern New Mexico.
Why they chose this property
The cottage is fully equipped with the comforts of home. It is completely solar and uses a rain catchment system. Liz loves baking muffins and bread in the morning for guests and there is no better way to wake up than to watching miniature horses in your backyard, or peering in your window! We welcome children, but the cottage is not child-proofed and young ones must be supervised by guests at all times. The cottage is rural, the roads to our property are excellent and our internet and cell phone access is better than in the city of Santa Fe.
What makes this property unique
Our guests tell us that the serene beauty of our location is a tonic to relieve stress. The temperature is delightful during morning sunrises and sunsets and watching the miniature horses peacefully grazing within arms reach is a special treat like no other! Guests can hike 3,000 acres from the porch, or journey back to the 1800's and enjoy the nearby towns of Cerrillos and Madrid. The more cosmopolitan but still enchanting cities of Santa Fe and Albuquerque are within easy reach. We have lived in northern New Mexico for several years and Gary was raised in this state. We know where to find the best of everything!. Unlike many other properties, we are here if you need us. A comprehensive guidebook, written by us, is available, via email before you arrive or in the cabin. We take great pride in what we can offer and look forward to sharing our cottage with you and introducing you to the magic of miniature equines!
Languages:
English
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