Southwestern dream vacation--amazing views by day and night!

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View of the Organ Mountains from side patio

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Fireplace
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Parking available

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Las Cruces, NM

Dripping Springs Natural Area
‪9 min drive‬
New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum
‪13 min drive‬
New Mexico State University
‪21 min drive‬
Las Cruces, NM (LRU-Las Cruces Intl.)
‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

King

1 King Bed

Queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Guest bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Our comfy beautiful home has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, and can sleep up to 8 including the sleeper sofa in the living room. The hand-crafted dining table seats 6 and there is additional seating on 3 bar stools at the kitchen island. The home is nestled in the Organ Mountains outside of Las Cruces, NM. You will be stunned anew every morning when you wake up to the incredible mountain views, and then stay up late to watch the stars from one of the outdoor porch seating areas. If it's nice outside enjoy using our outdoor grill (additional charge; see notes), and if it's chilly relax inside in front of the gas fireplace. You'll be surrounded by nature and so close to so many parks and hiking trails, while also being a short drive from Las Cruces to experience delicious southwestern food and culture. Take a break from hectic life and take a deep breath of desert mountain air!

Note the house does have cable and internet, but we are out in the mountains and they are satellite only--so it can be spotty! If you are looking for the best place to spend a week in online meetings this may not be it. If you're coming to enjoy the great outdoors while still catching up on some emails and maybe enjoy some streaming at night, come on over!

Within about one hour of so many amazing day trips:
-White Sands National Park
-Hatch (Chile capital of the world!)
-New Mexico Museum of Space History
-New Mexico pistachio and wine country
-ghost towns like Lake Valley and more

And just a few hours more to well known spots like:
-Guadalupe Mountains National Park
-Carlsbad Caverns
-Lincoln National Forest and ski towns like Ruidoso
-Gila National Forest
-Albuquerque
-Santa Fe
-Chaco Culture National Historical Park

Please, no pets and ABSOLUTELY no smoking! Any indication of having smoked or bringing pets will result in an additional cleaning fee.

NOTE: when you make your booking, you will be asked to view our standard short term rental agreement. Once your booking is sent to me, I will email you with a link to go in and sign the agreement. It is the exact same one that you see when booking and there will be no surprises. I reserve the right to cancel the booking if the contract is not returned signed. Please feel free to ask any questions about it! It's for both of our safety and security and I'm happy to chat about the details.

Property manager

Kathryn Baruja

Premier Host

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Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please turn the temperature up to 80 degrees on both thermostats before leaving.

Please take out the trash and recycling per the rules in the instructions/posted in the house.

Please put towels/linens in laundry room before leaving, and dirty dishes in the dishwasher. If you have detergent, please start cycles.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Las Cruces

Located in Talavera, a neighbourhood in Las Cruces, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. NMSU Tennis Center and Sonoma Ranch Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Museum of Nature & Science and Stahmanns Country Store. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Pan American Center or Aggie Memorial Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Las Cruces, NM

What's nearby

Dripping Springs Natural Area - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum - 13 min drive - 10.3 km
MountainView Regional Medical Center - 17 min drive - 13.8 km
Mesilla Valley Mall - 18 min drive - 15.0 km
New Mexico State University - 21 min drive - 20.0 km

Getting around

Las Cruces, NM (LRU-Las Cruces Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
‪Santa Fe Grill Catering - ‬14 min drive
‪Chinese Kitchen - ‬15 min drive
‪Players Grill - ‬17 min drive
‪Museum Grill - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Southwestern dream vacation--amazing views by day and night! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Southwestern dream vacation--amazing views by day and night!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southwestern dream vacation--amazing views by day and night!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Southwestern dream vacation--amazing views by day and night! located?

Located in Talavera, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Dripping Springs Natural Area, New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum and Fresenius Medical Care at Memorial Medical Center. Memorial Medical Center and Advanced Care Hospital of Southern New Mexico are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Buffie D.

27 Mar 2025

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

Clean and Great House

This rental was great. Very clean and had everything we needed. Beautiful views of the mountains. Nice and quiet neighborhood. Great stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul t.

19 Mar 2025

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

Amazing views

This is a gorgeous home in a stunning location at the base of the Organ Mts. The home was impeccably clean, contained all the amenities we needed to prepare meals and was welcoming and comfortable.Kathryn was a great communicator.communica orththroughout our stay. We highly

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

15 Mar 2025

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

Delightful dessert oasis

The property is wonderfully maintained and decorated. The furnishing and decor were very tasteful. Kitchen is well stocked with all the essentials. Communication with owner and their property managers was easy and issues were addressed quickly. Location was terrific and provided access to local trails and beyond.

Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian C.

10 Mar 2025

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

It was a great stay!

I stayed at this property for 5 nights with two others. The property was exactly as listed and the surroundings are beautiful. The check-in and checkout processes were quick and completely painless. I highly recommend this location for anyone looking for solitude and easy access to nature while remaining within easy reach of Las Cruces.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doreen O.

22 Feb 2025

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

Beautiful home. Comfortable. Well stocked kitchen. Gorgeous views of Organ Mountains.

Perfect spot to stay for a month.

Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

8 Jan 2025

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

24 Oct 2024

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

Incredible Location

Thank you so much for providing such a wonderful experience. The house amenities were prevalent in every room. The scenery was phenomenal. It exceeded all expectations despite the fact I was already excited about this booking. Keep up the great job.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

22 Oct 2024

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

Very Nice and Spacious

We went for the weekend and needed a place close to my mom's house. It was very convenient and easy. The house was comfortable, clean and spacious for a family of 4.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline K.

14 Oct 2024

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

Marvelous stay!

The house is clean, well-maintained, and had a well-stocked kitchen with cooking and serving ware. We found everything we needed for preparing meals at home. The beds were comfortable with soft cotton sheets that provided a good night’s sleep. We enjoyed coffee on the patio in the morning and a glass of wine on the patio in the evening. The house is an easy distance to hiking trails and White Sands National Park. We would definitely stay at Casa Turquesa again.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

10 Sept 2024

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

Vacation getaway

Vacation getaway with Wife to see childhood friend. Had a great time in New Mexico. House is beautiful. I’m very clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jacobus cornelis v.

13 May 2024

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

Great place with beautifull view on the mountainsr

The house has lot of space. It is a great place to stay. The pictures on the website doesn't reflect how well equipted the house is.

Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia P.

16 Apr 2024

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

Definitely stay here

The pictures don't do this place justice! If you're in Las Cruces and looking for a place to stay, i highly recommend this location. We had everything we needed and more. The back porch view is so peaceful. The hosts took care of everything we needed. As soon as we walked in, we were all pleased. My in-laws (in their 70s) thanked me multiple times for my selection. We also really appreciated the check-out process. Minimal chores listed. Big fan of that. Will stay here again if we're back in the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda B., Grayslake, Illinois, USA

1 Mar 2024

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

Incredible Views, Peace and quiet, and comfort

This house was the perfect place for us to spend a month in Las Cruces. The house isn't too far from shopping while enough out of town to provide privacy with peace and quiet to enjoy the surrounding 360-degree views. And having two patios was pretty wonderful. If you love to hike there are so many places close by. My husband and I were the only ones there for the entire stay, but we had family come in for a few days/weeks and they all commented on the accommodations and super comfortable beds. The house is well laid out with spacious rooms and bedrooms that aren't right on top of each other giving everyone space away from others when they wanted it. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you need to prepare dinners "at home". Plenty of towels and linens. And the host was great. Communications were fast and responsive.

Stayed 33 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy J.

26 Jan 2024

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

Great house

This spacious 3 bedroom home was well appointed kitchen and amenities. Loved the location in quiet country neighborhood. Loved the outdoor space. The house had a cute southwest vibe with everything you needed. Would definitely stay again

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAN W., Monroe, WI 53566

11 Jan 2024

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

THE BEST OF THE BEST

After 20 years and more than 100 VRBO'S, this one is the BEST of the Best. Stunning views of the Organ Mountains to the East and Las Cruces to the West. Clean with a capital "C". Visited 3 National Parks and 3 National Monuments in 8 days, and spent 2 days in Organ Mtns & Desert Peaks National Monument.. All the Desert SW furniture and decor are High End. This is the first VRBO in 20 years where EVERYTHING worked and NOTHING was broken. Groceries and gas both within 7 miles, Old Mesilla with numerous Mexican restaurants and gift shops only 10 miles. Of the 10 amenities I use to rate a property, this one had 9 (no pool). AWesome beds, K, Q, 2 TW, and Samsung washer and dryer. Exceptional price and a live Coyote in the back yard. Sightseeing in every direction. Good water. Other wildlife in the Organ Mtns/Desert Peaks Natl. Monument include ORXY, Mule Deer, Gambels & Scaled Quail and the rare Mountain Lion. I could go on and on JUST BOOK IT. DW

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Violet A.

9 Jan 2024

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

Xmas

Great home

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb M.

20 Dec 2023

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

Excellent Location

This was a three generation family gathering to celebrate Christmas. Everything was perfect!!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

6 Dec 2023

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

Mountain View

A lovely home with plenty of room and fantastic views of the mountains and a great fireplace !! Everything you need to be warm and comfortable ! Enjoyed our stay immensely

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 Nov 2023

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

Perfect Stay

I love it when the property is even nicer than its listing. This is a beautiful home with a beautiful view in a residential neighborhood. Quite large, with room for way more than we had, it's well equipped for cooking, visiting or just relaxing. We largely used it as a base of operations for exploring the area, eating at several of the excellent restaurants around, but maybe next time, we'll just stay in. Katie, the owner and host, was very communicative through email. We felt very well taken care of.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura O.

6 June 2023

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

Cross country trip

My husband and I took our moms from NC to see NM. The house was amazing and I would rent it again in a heartbeat. Kati was very responsive and the house was immaculate and very comfortable for everyone!!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacie L.

24 May 2023

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

Highly recommend

Very comfortable house, well equipped and well furnished. Bedrooms had very comfortable mattresses and bedding, and the kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. We loved the back porch with the view of the mountains. The location was fabulous- close to hiking, but not too far from Las Cruces downtown. Kati responded very quickly to our questions and needs! Highly recommend.:)

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda E.

30 Apr 2023

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

Home away from home

We had never been to Las Cruces or anywhere in New Mexico prior to renting this property for an extended 6 week stay and it was a most amazing experience! This home is one of the best I have stayed in in every respect. Immaculately clean, well stocked, comfortable with totally engaged, responsive host. Any issue encountered, and there were very few for a 6 week stay, were promptly addressed. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would happily rent again. I also cannot say enough about the City of Las Cruces and the wonderfully friendly people that live there. So much to experience and enjoy from the farmer's market to the outdoor adventures to the many cultural opportunities, restaurants, wineries and breweries! An amazing place experienced from an amazingly awesome home. We'll be back, for sure! There's a reason for the consistently 5 star ratings for this property - and did I mention the mountain views and sunsets?

Stayed 42 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

17 Mar 2023

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

Mountain Getaway

Beautiful home nestled in the Organ Mountains, decorated with a New Mexico adobe theme. Loved the 2 patios, each with sun exposure at different times of the day and beautiful Mountain Views. Dripping Springs Natural area is 15 minutes away and was our favorite hiking spot. Downtown Los Cruces and the village of Mesilla is about 20 minutes away. There is a neighborhood Walmart 8 miles from the house which was convenient. Had a great stay!

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

29 Jan 2023

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

Beautiful house with a beautiful view.

Location was excellent, you were a short drive from many interesting places to include Hatch NM(Chile capital of the World), White Sands National Park, Alamogordo NM, Old Mesilla Village and Dripping Spring Natural Area just to name a few. Great communications with the owner, she answered all our questions in a timely manner. I would definitely recommend this place.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly G., Illinois

4 Jan 2023

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

Perfect spot for our New Mexico family vacation

Clean, well appointed, great location and oh so cute!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kathryn Baruja

Why they chose this property

Our family lives overseas for work but wanted to have a home base for when we return to the U.S. We have always loved New Mexico and were delighted to purchase this home in such an amazing part of the state. It has been the perfect dream southwestern home and each time we visit we love to spend our time hiking, wildlife viewing, and eating delicious New Mexican cuisine. This year also happened to be the perfect timing to have a home that's quite socially distanced from anyone else!

What makes this property unique

We love this home and this area for its closeness to both amazing natural adventures and also the "small city" of Las Cruces and all it has to offer. At this time, its location is even more perfect: what better place to avoid the "corona craziness" for a while than a relaxing stay up in the foothills with almost no neighbors nearby??

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

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2 bathrooms

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Master bath

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