Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 428 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Mountain view

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Alto, New Mexico

The Links at Sierra Blanca27 min drive
Ruidoso Winter Park29 min drive
Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)35 min drive
Ski Apache36 min drive

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8/10 Good

This tiny house was well done! So cute, welcoming, and cozy! Everything needed was there! When they say 4 wheel drive is...

Jennifer R.

Jul 24, 2023

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Bed

Bedroom (Loft)

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Mountaintop Cabin: Views, 14 Mi to Ski Apache

Sitting at an elevation of 8,600 feet, this Alto vacation rental greets you with crisp mountain air, direct access to trails in the Lincoln National Forest, and if you’re lucky, a visit from local wild horses! Additionally, this cabin includes 1 lofted bedroom, a full bathroom, and an open living area that converts into a cozy sleeping space for your fellow outdoor lovers. Ready to explore? Attractions like the Monjeau Lookout, Alto Lake, and many casinos are all within a short drive!

-- THE PROPERTY --

On-Site Hiking | Quiet & Secluded | 2 Mi to Monjeau Lookout

Bedroom (Loft): King Bed | Living Room: Full Murphy Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Charcoal grill (bring your own charcoal), fire pit (bring your own propane)
KITCHENETTE: Stovetop, microwave, drip & K-cup coffee maker, toaster, dishware/flatware, breakfast bar
MAIN FEATURES: TV w/ DVD player, walk-in shower, towels, linens, Minisplit A/C, heating, keyless entry
FAQ: 3 stairs to enter, steep ladder to lofted bedroom, no WiFi, 4WD required
PARKING: Steep gravel driveway (30 yards away, 2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

PARKS & RECREATION: Ruidoso Winter Park (3.9 miles), Alto Lake and Recreation Area (4.6 miles), Grindstone Lake (10.0 miles), Two Rivers Ruidoso River Park (11.5 miles), Ski Apache (14.4 miles), Smokey Bear Historical Park (17.5 miles)
FAMILY FUN: Flying J Ranch (5.7 miles), Ruidoso Bowling Center (6.9 miles), Adventure Mountain (7.8 miles)
GOLF: Alto Golf Club (5.4 miles), Kokopelli Club (6.4 miles), Links at Sierra Blanca (7.7 miles), Outlaw Lakes Golf & Country (9.1 miles), Cree Meadows Public Golf Course (9.6 miles)
HIKING & BIKING: Lincoln National Forest (on-site), Monjeau Lookout (2.2 miles), Ruidoso River Trail (10.4 miles), Cedar Creek Trail (11.0 miles), Perk Canyon Trails (11.1 miles)
CASINOS (~13-15 miles): Ruidoso Downs Race Track & Casino, Billy the Kid Casino, Inn of the Mountain Gods, Casino Apache
DAY TRIPS: White Sands National Park (73.2 miles), Albuquerque (180 miles)
AIRPORTS: Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (14.8 miles), El Paso International Airport (144 miles), Albuquerque International Sunport (180 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property serves as a remote escape; therefore, it does not include internet access
- NOTE: The property requires 3 stairs to enter and a steep ladder to access the lofted bedroom
- NOTE: The water for the property is on a well system and can sometimes have a slight sulfer smell
- NOTE: The fire pit is available for guest use, but please make sure to check for burn bans in the area prior to starting the fire
- NOTE: 4-wheel drive is highly recommended in all months and is necessary in the winter to access the property, as the driveway and walkway are steep

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Mountain view

Barbecue grill

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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

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

About the area

Alto

This cabin is located in Alto. The Links at Sierra Blanca and Cree Medows Public Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ruidoso Winter Park and Ruidoso Winter Park. Pillow's Funtrackers and Free Spirits at Noisy Water are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.

Alto, New Mexico

What's nearby

Ruidoso Winter Park - 22 min drive
The Links at Sierra Blanca - 27 min drive
Ruidoso Winter Park - 29 min drive
Grindstone Lake - 31 min drive
Ski Apache - 36 min drive

Getting around

Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

‪Anaheim Jacks - ‬26 min drive
‪Log Cabin Restaurant - ‬27 min drive
‪Farley's Food Fun & Pub - ‬26 min drive
‪Flying J Ranch Chuck Wagon - ‬22 min drive
‪Zocca Coffee - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountaintop Cabin: Views, 14 Mi to Ski Apache pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountaintop Cabin: Views, 14 Mi to Ski Apache?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountaintop Cabin: Views, 14 Mi to Ski Apache?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountaintop Cabin: Views, 14 Mi to Ski Apache located?

Situated in Alto, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Ruidoso Winter Park, The Links at Sierra Blanca and Ruidoso Convention Center. Ruidoso Winter Park and Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

16 May 2024

Tiny home

The view is very pretty, I got to see wild horses and elk. Definitely need 4 wheel drive to get up there. Very clean and had everything you need. Will definitely make it a get away from life.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer R.

24 July 2023

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

Super cute, tough terrain

This tiny house was well done! So cute, welcoming, and cozy! Everything needed was there! When they say 4 wheel drive is recommended, it’s actually necessary! We had to park at the bottom and hike to the home! It’s a rough climb carrying bags so it limited what we brought up! The elk and wild horses were fun to watch. We would definitely come again, next time we will just bring the truck!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred V., Fort Worth, Texas, USA

21 Feb 2023

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

Cozy, Close to the Slopes

My son and I stayed for four nights in February. We arrived in Alto after it had been snowing for two days, and the property was inaccessible by its driveway. No problem - we were there to ski, after all, so more snow was just great by us! Quick call to the property manager, and they came out and plowed for us. Drove right up. Great service.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

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10/10 Excellent

William

15 Dec 2022

Great views

Great Mountain View's and relaxing time away! Hope to be back soon!

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

19 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Mother Nature strikes again

When we arrived at the steep driveway, due to recent rains, it was not passable, even in our 4 wheel drive truck. The owners were unaware of this situation. Upon making contact with Willam from Evolve we were given a full refund.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Christina

8 Sept 2022

Peaceful and quiet

Definitely enjoyed this quaint little get away! 4 wheel drive recommended - but the drive up the mountain is beautiful so much wildlife and nature to take in!

8/10 Good

Todd D.

16 Aug 2022

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

Great hideout

Beautiful area, secluded and what we wanted. The tiny home was well appointed and clean and fresh and new. The driveway was not navigatable due to afternoon rains and washout. 4 wheel drive jeep or tractor is the only way to get to it with the driveway in its current condition (as of 8-4-22) Overall …very cool 😎

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Jon

11 Aug 2022

Peaceful

Extremely remote area, enjoyed seeing the wildlife and unwinding in the secluded area!

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10/10 Excellent

Mary

2 Aug 2022

Wildlife Galore

Definitely an adventure! Tons of wildlife and great views, the cabin was exactly as pictured and perfect for our stay! - it is definitely the “wild”.

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10/10 Excellent

Chris

26 July 2022

Gorgeous mountain getaway

My wife and I were lucky enough to see snow while we were there in February. The snow capped mountains were lovely and the tiny house cabin was even better than we expected- we were so surprised by how spacious it actually was. Definitely recommend this as a romantic get away for couples!

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10/10 Excellent

Cathy Fowler

26 July 2022

Perfect little get away!

I stayed at this most adorable tiny casita for a long weekend and it was the perfect break that I needed. A bonus was getting to see all the wildlife!

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10/10 Excellent

Pati

26 July 2022

Beautiful Views

I am so happy I was able to stay at this property! The views and elevation are so incredible. You can hike from the property to the Lookout which is absolutely breathtaking. Not to mention the little tiny house was so adorable and made my stay complete!

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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca Rivers

22 July 2022

Quaint space in the mountains

My husband and I stayed in this adorable little cabin. There is some damage to the Forrest due to a fire that happened around the property years ago but the views and access to the national forest more than make up for it. We are so happy we found this little gem! We will definitely be back!

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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

22 July 2022

A perfect piece of God's Country

The view of the mountains and the crisp air was a perfect combination. Our time there was so peaceful and relaxing and the memories made will last us a life time. My experience was amazing and we will certainly be returning there for the winter.

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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

22 July 2022

Peaceful and Beautiful

This location in the mountains of New Mexico is so beautiful. It is truly a unique town. Tons of wildlife,hiking,skiing and tubing. Lots of unique eating experiences. It was an amazing trip and will be doing it again very soon.