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April Special! 5BR/4BA retreat on private 5 acres in scenic foothills, book now!

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Drone aerial of Xanadu Villa with its incredible views and privacy.
Aerial view of front entrance and enclosed courtyard
Aerial of the front of the home and private front courtyard
Front yard and and pathway to the main entrance
The backyard and rear entrance with a lovely sitting area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10367.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Santa Fe, NM
  • Santa Fe Opera
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Santa Fe Plaza
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Loretto Chapel
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

April Special! 5BR/4BA retreat on private 5 acres in scenic foothills, book now!

Xanadu Villa offers the ultimate in privacy, size and comfort to its guests. With 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, a living room and family room, furnished exercise room, the 4000 square feet along with another 1600 square feet of covered and open patio area this property offers plenty of options for relaxing and entertaining. From the treed 5 acre property you have views of the Jemez Mountains to the West and the Sangre de Christo Mountains and the Santa Fe ski basin to the East. The property is 8 miles North of Santa Fe in the hills of Tesuque.

Upon arrival and entering the enclosed front courtyard you are immediately struck with the uniqueness of the property. There is a large covered portal on the front side of the home with two different seating areas, one with a flaming firepit table. The thoughtfully placed hot tub and BBQ grill are placed just to the right of the portal. Adjacent to this area are the steps to the 900 square-foot observation deck with an outdoor sectional sofa and pub table with chairs and a gas heater. The views from the deck are spectacular. The sunset photos that you see were taken from this area. This deck is also conveniently accessible from the master bedroom.

Returning to the front portal you enter a covered entry 12 feet high which continues into the front of the home creating a dramatic entrance. Upon entering the home you immediately realize that a lot of thought went into maximizing the views from the home. Beautiful natural wood beams have been used throughout with wood decking above the beams and beautiful natural hardwood flooring giving the home its distinctive look. There is a large easy-flow kitchen with all new appliances and an extensive amount of storage space. The adjacent dining room has a corner fireplace and the table will adjust from a 6-person seating to seating for 10. The high ceiling and wood beams throughout the living room along with all of the tall windows make for a very comfortable gathering place. There is a gas fireplace in this room as well. There is a door leading onto a deck that offers views to the Southwest including the Santa Fe Opera. You can hear the music when the opera is in season.

Additionally, there is a full-size guest bathroom with a tub and shower on this level. When you enter the master suite once again you appreciate all of the beautiful wood beams used in the vaulted ceiling of the bedroom and the hardwood floors in the bath and closet area. There is a 4-poster bed, beautiful furniture, and a 60" TV that lowers from the ceiling. The large observation deck is also accessible from the master bedroom and there is an additional deck matching the living room area off the back side of the room with the same Southwest views including a small seating area.

The stairs to the lower level are very open with high ceilings as well and from the middle landing, you can continue down to the left leading to the family room and downstairs master bedroom or to the right leading to the 3 Queen bedrooms, the laundry and the garage area. The spacious family room also features a wood beam ceiling with wood decking and is beautifully furnished with custom-made furniture and features a bar to one side and another 65" TV that drops down from the ceiling. The views are too beautiful and since the room is all windows the drop-down TV is perfect. There is corner gas fireplace in this room as well. Just off this area is the lower level master bedroom with a King bed which is beautifully appointed, and has a 3/4 bath and walk-in closet. Around the staircase and down the hall are the 3 Queen bedrooms all of which have been thoughtfully furnished with functional furniture and wall art. One of these bedrooms has a walk-in closet as well as a door leading outside to a private seating area under the trees. The laundry room has a new large-capacity washer and dryer and kitchenette with sink, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, coffee maker and all accessories. Just past this area and leading to the double car garage is a large exercise room with nice equipment and views of the backyard.

There are 4 doors leading to the backyard which is completely enclosed by a stucco wall and offer several areas to gather around a table or relax on the hammock or just enjoy the open space and nature. The silence can be deafening.

During your stay at Xanadu Villa you are the only guests at the property and have full access to what the home has to offer. If there is ever anything that you need simply contact us at (almost) anytime. We have an excellent private chef who is available for a special dinner or just to provide hours d'oeuvres for a happy hour.

The owners of Xanadu Villa also own an exceptional gallery in downtown Santa Fe with the same name. Many of the items that we sell in our gallery are throughout the home such as all of the custom furniture such as the sofas, chairs and the amazing live edge coffee tables and side tables. Any of these items are for sale or can be custom-made to your specifications. We offer a special discount to guests of Villa Xanadu. Please visit our gallery to see these and other wonderful items we have to offer.

Property manager

Joe Wreyford
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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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
Please be respectful of our neighbors and keep noise to a minimum, especially after 10 pm.
The blue towels provided are for use with the hot tub. Please do not use the white towels outside.
If you use the fire pit coffee table on the front portal please do not grill any food items.

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
This property accepts cash
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 first aid kit
Property Registration Number 236147

About the area

Santa Fe

Located in Santa Fe, this villa is in the mountains. Santa Fe Railyard and Santa Fe Farmers Market 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 Recursos de Santa Fe are also worth visiting.
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Santa Fe, NM

What's nearby

  • Santa Fe Opera - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Santa Fe Plaza - 14 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Loretto Chapel - 15 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Canyon Road - 15 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Ski Santa Fe - 45 min drive - 39.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Fe Depot - 15 min drive
  • Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Atrisco Cafe & Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cottonwood Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jinja Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is April Special! 5BR/4BA retreat on private 5 acres in scenic foothills, book now! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at April Special! 5BR/4BA retreat on private 5 acres in scenic foothills, book now!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at April Special! 5BR/4BA retreat on private 5 acres in scenic foothills, book now!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is April Special! 5BR/4BA retreat on private 5 acres in scenic foothills, book now! located?

Situated in the mountains, this villa is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Glenn Green Galleries & Sculpture Garden and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tesuque Casino and Shidoni Foundry. Santa Fe Opera and Buffalo Thunder Resort and Casino are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meagan P.

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

Spring Break 2025

We loved our stay. The property was beautiful. The house was AMAZING. Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carly S.

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

Great stay for our family ski trip

We had two families- 4 adults, 5 kids and it was perfect for our stay. The house is wonderful and has everything you might need to be comfortable. About 15 mins from town and 35-40 minutes to the mountain for skiing which really didn’t feel as long when you’re on your way up. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William F.

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

Sunsets and great times!

The house was amazing, it was perfect for our family holiday gathering, they even decorated with lights and a tree! All the spaces were clean, comfortable and well stocked! The sunsets and sunrises were impressive and the views are wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon O.

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

Thankful and wonder of the setting

The setting and home are outstanding, close enough to the downtown area to visit and come back to the quiet of the home. Thank you Alan for accommodating our turkey needs. And we were able to celebrate our 50 year plus tradition in truly a unique setting in the wonders of the high desert and a fabulous home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan P.

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

Xanadu

We loved the house. It is beautifully, yet very comfortably, furnished, and has every amenity you could want. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy F.

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

Everything was perfect

5 girlfriends stayed and sewed for 5 days. The home was inviting, and close enough to restaurants and Santa Fe. It was also roomy enough for us to set up a few small folding tables for our sewing machines. The family room plus a living room was great for our group. We’re already planning our return next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cele P.

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

Family Vacation

This listing is even more beautiful than the pictures show. We had a group of ten and each of us could find a place to escape if needed. The host provided us with start-up snacks which was greatly appreciated. Everything you would need for cooking at home was available. The location is excellent-a short trip into Santa Fe and an easy trip to the balloon fiesta. We hope to get back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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

Love Santa Fe!

We had the best experience. The home was beautiful and a perfect fit. The owners were easy to communicate with and very helpful. A five star experience for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Santa Fe Dream Home!

We had a wonderful time in Santa Fe. This home offers the best of both worlds - quiet mountain setting that is a 10-minute drive to downtown - amazing how you hear no traffic from the home. Lots of space for gathering and lots of nooks for quiet downtime and reading. The owners have a downtown art gallery and furnish the home with beautiful furniture pieces and lighting. The owners are fabulous with communication. We will definitely return!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

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

Awesome!

The home is amazingly beautifully decorated. The large windows everywhere are wonderful. Outside sitting areas galore. Upstairs deck perfect for family and star gazing. Hot tub was a BIG hit. Wildlife sightings from house--coyote, rabbit, birds. Wonderful for our family vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

July 4th in Santa Fe

This property was as beautiful and incredible as advertised. Alan was an excellent communicator and very responsive to our questions. He also had great recommendations for places to eat and visit in downtown are surrounding area. This home has incredible solitude for being so close to town. The sunset views are incredible, as were the "cool" high desert temperatures for early July. We are already planning a return trip for sometime next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James P.

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

10/10 incredible house

- amazing owner communications - views were incredible - easy location to Santa Fe - great house
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha Z.

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

Beautiful home with awesome views

We stayed here for our annual sister vacation. The home was very beautiful, accommodating, and with spectacular views. The home was exactly as described and pictured. All my sisters enjoyed the house and the nature trails. This was definitely a very memorable vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve and Madeline M.

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

Spectacular

This house and property is gorgeous, welcoming, and comfortable. It is beautifully appointed, with many personal and thoughtful touches. The scenery is spectacular. Our host was friendly and communicated quite well, quickly answered questions we had, and offered extras if we were interested. Our group consisted of 6 women friends who meet once a year and this year we chose Santa Fe. This property more than accommodated us and exceeded our expectations. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. This property is VERY highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Spring break in Santa Fe

Property was amazing!! Totally accommodated our family of 10. Very comfortable and included all accessories. Our host Alan was very helpful and always responded promptly to our inquiries. Would definitely stay here again if back in Santa Fe.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth H.

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

Santa Fe escape

Beautiful property, well furnished, well stocked and clean. Very private yet only ten minutes from town and shopping. This property has awesome views and multiple areas to relax outside. The owner made himself available if necessary as well. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise H.

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

Amazing Tesuque property

We had a family reunion of siblings & spouses at this lovely property. Our host was amazing and attentive, immediately working to solve any issues we had. We enjoyed the benefit of two living areas, with top quality furnishings, which helped us relax and rest while vacationing. The master suite on the main floor was fantastic; the tree-top view was wonderful - like sleeping in a tree house! Our only regret is that we had high winds and rain during our stay, so we didn’t get to enjoy the outside decks and garden areas as much as we wanted.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris L., Philadelphia

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

Best VBRO ever.

Tremendous property with great decorating. Wonderful views and gathering spaces. Terrific for extended family or group of friends. Kitchen very well outfitted. And hot tub a plus. Owner was extremely responsive for a few issues we encountered. We would definitely return to this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn E.

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

We’ll be back!!

Very clean inside and outside. Location is great for ski Santa Fe or going into town or Four Seasons is just a few minutes away.The house has been crafted by a artist. The wood work the Venetian plaster, interior of house is beautifully crafted. The sunsets are beautiful from the living room. Wonderful people to deal with!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Beautiful!

A large group came to celebrate our anniversaries by viewing the eclipse and visiting the Balloon Fiesta. We had 8 adults together - and the house was perfect! There was plenty of space for everyone to spread out. The hot tub was a hit! And we enjoyed the lovely back yard garden area - sitting outside enjoying the view. Alan was attentive when I had questions and even shared his eclipse photos! The house was well stocked and had most everything we needed to have a wonderful, memorable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

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

Fantastic experience

We had an older-adult family get together at the site. It was perfect! Very peaceful and beautiful setting. The interior of the house is gorgeous. Everything was well-stocked, working. and impeccably clean. Nice tables and lamps from the owner's gallery in Santa Fe. Lots of decks and other outdoor areas that we used frequently. The location is secluded, but still easily drivable to all of the attractions of the city center. We did a couple of great hikes--one near the ski area and the other to Picacho Peak. Several large groceries about 6 miles away. The best beans and posole just a short drive away at Tesuque Market. All in all the house worked very well for us with no significant negatives. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry D.

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

The ultimate luxury get-away

My family and I spent three nights at this newly listed property just outside of Santa Fe in Tesuque. It is GORGEOUS inside and out. The house is spacious - 5 bedrooms and 4 baths. The entire property looks new and is decorated with high-end furnishings including custom-made furniture, Persian rugs, luxury-level bedding and artwork. The kitchen was generously and thoughtfully stocked – we had everything needed for entertaining friends which is rare. The gym room was larger than expected with new equipment. As for the outdoors, the property is several acres in size with lots of trees. There are several decks with spectacular views of the Santa Fe Opera. There is also a cool labyrinth that you can walk on property. This exquisite home is a real gem. We’ll book again for Opera season.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeanne a.

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

Beautiful home and property

Our group of four couples had a lovely stay in early June, and were blown away by the beauty and cleanliness of the house, which sits on a spacious 5-acre lot. The artwork is well curated, and we all enjoyed how beautiful the house was decorated. The kitchen was especially well stocked with all the cookware we needed, as well as a generous selection of glassware, dishes, utensils, and additions like ziplock bags, foil, etc. We were a little surprised at the configuration of the bedrooms with baths, so I'll clarify for guests who may find this information useful. There is a gorgeous master suite on the main floor, as well as a master bedroom with ensuite bathroom on the lower level. There are three additional bedrooms on the lower level, but they all share one bathroom (which wasn't ideal for our situation). Additionally there is a full bath on the main floor, but it's not really convenient for the use of the lower-level bedrooms. Though the house is air-conditioned, they are mini-split air conditioners rather than central air, and during our stay it was unseasonably hot for Santa Fe -- especially in the kitchen. Some of our group commented that their bedroom was hot, as they didn't have a fan. I'm sure it is absolutely magical during the fall and winter! Don't miss the sunsets from the rooftop deck -- they were absolutely spectacular!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Joe Wreyford

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My wife and I have lived in Santa Fe, NM for 25 years and own Xanadu Santa Fe gallery which is downtown just off the plaza. We carry various types of furniture and tables and have furnished this property with new, custom-made furniture for our guests enjoyment.
We have owned other short-term rental properties in Santa Fe. This is a new property for us and we have done everything to make this an exceptional property. We are the owners of the property, not a management company, so you will always get personal attention to any needs you might have.

Why they chose this property

The hills of Tesuque are one of the most sought-after areas of Santa Fe. The treed foothills give the perfect elevation to provide some of the best views anywhere. The fabulous Four Seasons Resort is just a few minutes away with its acclaimed restaurant and world-class spa. You can see the Santa Fe Opera, the Tesuque Casino and the full range of the Jemez Mountains to the West which create the most incredible sunsets almost every night.
The home sits on a very private 5 acres with hiking in every direction just out the door. the home has a very private feel because the neighbors are far enough away yet we are just 8 minutes to the Santa Fe Plaza with all of its world-class galleries, shopping and renowned restaurants. Buffalo Thunder Casino with its challenging 27-hole golf course is just 10 minutes North and the Black Mesa course is just another 10 minutes North of that. The world-class Ojo Caliente hotsprings and spa is just a bit further North of that course. And just 4 minutes away is the ever-popular Tesuque Village Market and restaurant that has a casual environment and menu. You never know who you might see dining there. The Tesuque Hills have a star-studded list of residents.

The acreage lots, the privacy and stunning views and the close proximity to everything make this area an ideal place for a nice family trip and getaway. The fact that we have everything that you could possibly need in the home could make you want to enjoy your surrondings. You won't be dissappointed.

What makes this property unique

Xanadu Villa is a very unique property for Santa Fe. The square wooden beams, wood windows, hardwood flooring throughout the home are very impressive. The vaulted ceiling in the upper level and the tall windows provide spectacular views to both mountain ranges. Additionally, a master craftsman provided incredible diamond plaster finish to all of the walls. The home itself is completely encircled by a beautiful stuccoed wall creating lovely areas within the walled space for entertaining and relaxing with multiple areas for sitting. And just beyond the wall on the back side of the home is the magical labyrinth that is a delight, especially at night when the tiny solar lights come on and provide an enjoyable light show.
Having stayed in short-term rental properties ourselves, we know what guests expect. We have taken everything into consideration when decorating and furnishing this property so that nothing was overlooked. All of the furniture and tables are new, custom-made from our gallery downtown. All the beds and bedding are new and of the highest quality. The furnishings and wall hangings are thoughtfully placed througout the home, many of which are original art pieces.
We truly believe you will not find a more accommodating property in Santa Fe. Come take a look and see for yourself.

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