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Classic 1940's Adobe...Walk or Bike To Historic Downtown

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Living room view toward dining room with hand peeled "Viga" ceiling beams
Wake up to authentic hand peeled ceiling beams in a comfortable, cozy double bed
Master bedroom chest of drawers and closet
Entry to Casa Serena through the Juniper trees
Living room with classic New Mexico corner Kiva fireplace, ask about use policy

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 392.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Silver City, NM
  • Western New Mexico University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Big Ditch Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Silver City Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Silver City, NM (SVC-Grant County)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Classic 1940's Adobe...Walk or Bike To Historic Downtown

Located just a brief walk from the upper WNMU campus, performing arts center and Mimbres Museum, Casa Serena is an enchanting, classic 1940's adobe perched on the edge of town overlooking the Gila high country and surrounded by native Juniper, Oak and Pinon Pine.

If you are looking for the charm and warmth of a southwestern New Mexico adobe experience, Casa Serena can take you there...and back to a simpler time. With its hand peeled Viga ceiling beams in every room,thick adobe walls and cozy Kiva fireplace...it doesn't get much more authentically 'Southwest' than this. Our two bedroom, one bath 'edge of town' retreat is surrounded with native planting, provided with plenty of off-street parking...dine and relax outdoors in the sun or shade... in the south or east patio or enjoy the great views from the front porch. Enjoy a soak or shower in our graciously remodeled bathroom with its extra long and deep tub. With hardwood floors in the living room and bedrooms you'll be surrounded by natural building materials (that are also easy on the feet). Take advantage of our location to nearby Historic Downtown Silver City and bike or walk to great restaurants, galleries and shops.

Casa Serena is provided with the following amenities:
TWO BEDROOMS...master is provided with a comfortable double bed. A twin is provided in the second bedroom/office
SOFA BED... is provided in the living room for visitors of our long term quests
BATHROOM...has a great tub for relaxing soaks or showers after a jog through the local trails
KITCHEN...A generous galley style kitchen comes complete with cookware, dishes, coffee maker, micro wave, ceramic top range with oven and high efficiency clothes washer/dryer as well as even higher efficiency clothes dryer (outside clothes line complete with clothes pins).
WIRELESS INTERNET SERVICE...
ALL LINENS SUPPLIED...
CD/MP3 PLAYER...
FIREPLACE...(ask us about fireplace use and policy)
PRIVATE PATIOS...along with covered front porch and mountain views
CHARCOAL GRILL...(outdoor restrictions may apply occasionally)
VACUUM...ironing board and cleaning supplies provided
HEATING...provided by central forced air in every room
COOLING...provided by central evaporative cooling along with a window mounted refrigerative unit in the master bedroom for those few humid days of late July and August. (remember that our night-time temperatures plummet at sunset to 35+ degrees of the daytime highs...so opening a window to cool clean night air is the best and healthiest air conditioning possible)

Property manager

Tatiana Kurakin and Jim Druffel

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Silver City

Located in Silver City, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Gila National Forest and Virginia Street Park, while Fine Arts Center Theater and Webb Theater are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Silver City, NM

What's nearby

  • Western New Mexico University - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Western New Mexico University Museum - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Big Ditch Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Silver City Museum - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Silver City Golf Course - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Silver City, NM (SVC-Grant County) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wrangler's Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Don Juan's Burrito's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic 1940's Adobe...Walk or Bike To Historic Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classic 1940's Adobe...Walk or Bike To Historic Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic 1940's Adobe...Walk or Bike To Historic Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Classic 1940's Adobe...Walk or Bike To Historic Downtown located?

Located in the heart of Silver City, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Western New Mexico University, Webb Theater and Fine Arts Center Theater. J Cloyd Miller Library and Western New Mexico University Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert and Donna P.

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

Silver Shines

2nd year in the house. Bathtub mat was a great addition. Great place with great landlords.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

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

Beautiful, quiet place to relax and rest

This little house is an ideal place to unwind and rest. It's located on a quiet street and is an easy walk to the University and downtown. Perfect for those who want to escape traffic, crowds, and congestion.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert and Donna P.

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

Silver City

Overall the stay was great. Property owners excellent. The 5 cement entry steps and access to the bathtub/shower proved to be a challenge for older renters.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald F.

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

Classic Adobe

This is a beautiful property near the edge of town. It was such fun to watch the Gambels Quail move through the yard every morning. Jim and Tatiana are great hosts.
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neta C.

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

Access to all of the best of Silver City

This is an old, charming adobe house. It has quirks you might expect from this era of house. The location is so perfect. Walking out the door every morning to look for the deer and quail and then a short walk across the campus and in to the town were the highlights of my day. Silver City is so clean and friendly and welcoming. If you are looking for lots of modern amenities, dishwashers etc, then don't stop here. But if you love peace and a slower pace of life in a wonderful little town then choose this property.
Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S., Albuquerque, NM, USA

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

Comfortable, Relaxing, Secluded

This quaint old adobe home sitting on a rise yet nestled in trees and vegetation is a lovely, peaceful base while staying/visiting Silver City. The location is the best of both worlds - close access to town while being removed from its bustle. The biggest challenge is getting up the few old concrete stairs to enter the retreat.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie R.

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

Cute property with plenty of charm

We had a perfect stay.. The property owners were great people and the house as cute as described.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen J.

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

Lovely, comfortable little place!

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Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

George F.

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

Everything and More

Good location on the hill above town center and near WNMU. Quiet neighborhood. Hosts responded quickly to questions and were present to welcome us and explain various processes. Bed comfortable, kitchen roomy and pretty well equipped. Gas grill clean and easy to use. Sunset views breathtaking. House was clean and the adobe walls made for cool temps even on warmest days. Looking forward to another visit. Thanks Jim and Tatiana.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick W., Fayetteville

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

Fun in Silver

Great home in SC - enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suzette C., Tucson, Arizona

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

Comfortable, cozy spot for two near to the Uni.

A delightful retreat set high on a corner lot with 180 degree views. It’s historic, Adobe (so has some charming wrinkles) and has a well loved lived in feel. Our hosts genuinely took care to make sure we were settled in and had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Raymond T., Dublin, Ohio

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

Perfect Getaway

Jim & Tatiana were great hosts and their Casa was just what the doctor ordered for a 4 day getaway to start my regeneration (aka retirement). Silver City is a wonderful place to gallery hop, hike, bike and visit national parks. The Casa is walking distance to the university and a short ride to the historic downtown. It is an authentic southwest experience in an Adobe house with beautiful architecture. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

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

Cozy 1940's Adobe

A perfect stay near Western New Mexixo University. Walkable to historic downtown. The Adobe was just right for the location and local culture.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melynda N.

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

Wonderful View!

We had a great time in Silver City! We stayed for the month of August to get away from the Texas heat. It was the best decision we ever made. The house is very comfortable and roomy enough for two people working from home. The neighborhood is friendly, and Jim and Tatiana were very attentive hosts. There is a beautiful view of the mountains from the living room and front porch. The weather was great. We didn't get a great sense of the town since we stayed during the pandemic, but even so we found some nice restaurants doing takeout. The property is a little bit close to the highway, but there's not much traffic, so it really didn't bother us at all. It was a wonderful trip!
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Helen O.

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy

1940's Classic Adobe

Great views of mountains from kitchen/dining rooms. Wonderful climate in Silver City. I stayed two months. Tatiana and Jim were very friendly and helpful. The house is just right for one or two people. This classic 1940's adobe was typical of that era, and they had it decorated in great Southwestern taste. Downtown area is unique. Great restaurants, galleries, used book stores, and Silver City has that old mining town flavor. One can join WILL (Western Institute for Lifelong Learning). I went to the WNMU indoor pool. It's a hop, skip, and a jump from the house. You can work out, swim, and take a shower in the newly renovated facility. The pass was $50 for 25 times.
Stayed 61 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kitty B., Tucson, AZ USA

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

Two week stay at Casa Serena

I loved staying at this wonderful 1940’s Adobe house for two weeks in June. Because it’s high up above downtown Silver City and shaded by large trees and there was either a breeze or wind every day the house stayed cool and comfortable even when the temps got up to 90 on two days. I only had to use the evaporative cooler a couple of times and it worked great, it was also very quiet so not an issue to sleep with it on. The owners of the house, Jim and Tatiana, live next door and are really friendly and accommodating. They came right over when I called to ask how the evaporative cooling system worked and were also kind enough to supply me with a plastic folding table so I could work on my art while I was there. The second smaller bedroom made a great temporary art studio with wonderful natural light. Everything in the house was in working order and it was very clean and nicely kept up. I didn’t use the tv, but did use the CD player and small washer/dryer combo and there is a binder with instructions and manuals. The house has lots of windows with great views and light and Jim and Tatiana said they are working on replacing the windows where the seals have cracked allowing moisture in which does obscure the views a bit. I was there by myself and the house was a good size for me, but I could also see sharing it with one other person. The full size bed in the master bedroom felt small to me because I am tall and used to a queen bed. The location was great in a very quiet, nice, safe neighborhood. It is next to Hwy 180 so I heard traffic during the day but at night it was quiet. With the cooler running you barely hear anything, but I usually had all the windows open and wasn’t bothered by it. The front patio and garden seating areas are a nice option for enjoying the sunset and cool evenings. The Little Walnut hiking area has lots of great trails in a beautiful forested setting and is only about a 10 minute drive from the house. I also walked 15 minutes across the WNMU campus to Boston hill’s Cheyenne St trailhead and hiked across it to the Spring St trailhead and then walked through downtown and back up to where the house was. It was nice to not have to drive every day. Lots of great hiking and day trips within an hour or more of town. I would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Nice house for Tour of the Gila

Myself and two friends stayed at Tatiana and Jim's place for the 5-day Tour of the Gila bike race. The location is great as it's a quick ride to/from the start of 3 of the stages. Plenty of room to store the bikes and all our gear and parking outside. It was clean and quiet as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Victor P.

Beautiful, cozy and welcoming home!

Great views, close to town Comfortable and well-appointed
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

john g.

Very nice

First impression of the house and property was not so good, however the adobe house quickly grew on us and we ended up thoroughly enjoying our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

William Y.

Great stay in Silver City

Used the home as our base camp for a week long road bike tour of the Gila mountains. Everything worked out great ! The house is well located well furnished and the owners took care of everything. I would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

james r.

Casa Serena is the Perfect Home - 5 Stars

Casa Serena was the perfect place for us to enjoy our three month stay in Silver City. The location was excellent - easy access to the events at WNMU and historic downtown with beautiful views of nearby mountains. We enjoyed regular visitations by the local deer, quail, roadrunner, and bluebirds to our private landscaped patio. The historic adobe home was absolutely charming, clean as a whistle, well appointed, and very comfortable. We greatly enjoyed meeting the owners who were gracious and attentive. Our only regret is that we did not stay longer! We look forward to returning to Silver City next year and enjoying the hospitality of Jim and Tatianna. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
Stayed 77 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Casa Serena

This property served our needs very adequately during our six day visit to Silver City. It is reasonably spacious, comfortably laid out, and aesthetically pleasing. The owners have obviously made considerable effort to create a nice experience for quests.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

This vintage Adobe was just right.

I enjoy spaces with character, comfortable beds and good light.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

kevin r.

Great value

The property was as described, clean and everything was in working order. The owners were quick to respond to any questions we might have and were interested in making sure that our stay was comfortable. We would recommend this house and would also compliment Silver City for its array of dining options in the downtown area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Perfect sized get-away

Great welcoming town and wonderful little authentic adobe perched on a hill on the edge of town. We definitely recommend it and will be back!
Stayed 42 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Tatiana Kurakin and Jim Druffel

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We are native Californians smitten by Southern New Mexico, its own timeless beauty, history and magic... also its uncanny similarity to parts of California 'Gold Country' and other great places we have lived or visited. We left California after selling our interest in 'TEKA-ILLUMINATION', an outdoor lighting manufacturing company in Templeton near San Luis Obispo. We can be found at TATIANA MARIA GALLERY during the day at our 1884 historic building in the Historic District of downtown Silver City. Tatiana started this business from a porch sale in Rosendale, NY then known as 'MIDTOWN ANTIQUES'

Why they chose this property

We acquired the property next to Casa Serena in 1997 while still living and working in California. After an extensive renovation of 1412 Mississippi (Casa Encantada) and having always been intrigued by the gracious little adobe next door we finally purchased it in 2000. It had always seemed like a 'companion' home and we later discovered that the properties had been built roughly at the same time from 'on-site' clay and were both built by a WNMU university professor. A quick walk around and through Casa Serena will explain without words how the land of enchantment enchants.

What makes this property unique

Before us, Casa Serena was the home of the dean of women at WNMU...namesake of the university tennis courts that are dedicated to her. We have pictures of her and her friends around the dinner table having a great time...her landscaping efforts won the Silver City garden club 'best of show' in 1972. There is a unique spirit about Casa Serena that is better felt than explained, it is part of our quiet neighborhood, great neighbors and proximity to everything we enjoy.

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English, Spanish
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