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Oasis by the Santa Fe River - 4 Blocks to Historic Plaza; 1 Block to Canyon Road

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Great Room with high viga beam ceilings, brick floors, and antler chandelier.
Geniality. Grace. Culture. Coffee table once carried Santos in the sts of Mexico
Fireplace and elegant leather chairs create a congenial Great-Room.
Gardenside dining for four in handmade leather Mexican equipaje chairs.
Open floor plan flows between dining, living and kitchen.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Santa Fe, NM
  • Canyon Road
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Loretto Chapel
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Santa Fe Plaza
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom with TV

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom (suite with own bath)

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Master bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Oasis by the Santa Fe River - 4 Blocks to Historic Plaza; 1 Block to Canyon Road

Casa Tierra is a unique historic adobe in a superb location: 4 blocks from the Santa Fe Plaza and 1 block off art-studded Canyon Road. This 2 bedroom/2 bath casita is tucked back from the Santa Fe River; the 6 minute stroll to the center of town is along shady sidewalks and seasonally flowing water.

This authentic adobe is hand-mudded in the ancient ways of native peoples. It is this rare and lovely hand-applied earthen surface that lends the house its name, Casa Tierra - House from the Earth. Casa Tierra is one of only six all-adobe, all-mudded homes remaining today in Santa Fe.

Upon entering Casa Tierra, you are greeted by a great room with high viga-beam ceilings, herringbone brick floors, fireplace, and museum quality art and antiques. The living room opens onto a granite topped kitchen with five burner stove. Both bedrooms offer a king or two-twin-beds sleeping option (new beds!) and each has its own joyfully tiled Talavera bath. Handmade doors, furnishings, carvings and woodwork throughout offer a rustic Old World ambiance.
Casa Tierra opens out onto four private and inviting sitting areas beneath venerable Cedar and Cypress trees--perfect for communing with friends or simply relaxing and enjoying time alone. This is truly an Oasis by the Santa Fe River.


PAST GUEST COMMENTS:
"Of all the places we've stayed in Santa Fe, this is the best. The spirit is here!"
--Jane Pratt-Shilling

Property manager

NOËL BENNETT
Premier Host

Languages

English

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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
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Well behaved children are always welcome!
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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 put all trash in outside garbage bin and leave house "tidy" upon departure. Thank you.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 155346

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Fe

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Historic Eastside, a neighbourhood in Santa Fe. Canyon Road 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 Santa Fe Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing, mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Santa Fe, NM

What's nearby

  • Canyon Road - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Loretto Chapel - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santa Fe Plaza - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Georgia O'Keefe Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Fe Depot - 20 min walk
  • Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪French Pastry Shop - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Shed - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Luminaria Restaurant & Patio - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪La Plazuela - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lobby Bar at Loretto - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Oasis by the Santa Fe River - 4 Blocks to Historic Plaza; 1 Block to Canyon Road pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oasis by the Santa Fe River - 4 Blocks to Historic Plaza; 1 Block to Canyon Road?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oasis by the Santa Fe River - 4 Blocks to Historic Plaza; 1 Block to Canyon Road?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oasis by the Santa Fe River - 4 Blocks to Historic Plaza; 1 Block to Canyon Road located?

Located in Historic Eastside, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Skateboard Park and Santa Fe Plaza. Canyon Road and Robert F. Nichols Gallery are also within 5 minutes. Santa Fe Depot is 20 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location

Location was great! Also easy check-in & check-out
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

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

Beautiful, Charming, Roomy and Comfortable Casa

Quintessential Santa Fe casa with lovely restoration and very tasteful decoration - beautiful original artworks and period artifacts. Beds were very comfortable (high quality towels and linens) as was living room seating. Kitchen was very well equipped. Private and inviting patio. Owners were very responsive when we had questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie J.

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

I'd go back

Cozy place to stay within walking distance of the Plaza. Nice kitchen set up, and cute little patioThe guest shower was a challenge, and we didn't have water one morningOverall, a good place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRINSON H.

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

RE: Oasis

Place was awesome... great location! Very cozy! Owners/Property managers were great!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Santa Fe Stay

The casita was perfect. Location was unbelievably close to everything. We never used our car. Cosy is the perfect way to describe the casita.Had everything that we needed. Kitchen was set up amazingly with any utensil you could imagine.The kiva was the perfect for the cold mornings and eveningsAll of us had a wonderful stay. Thanks again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Julie R.

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

Cozy retreat close to town

Authentic adobe casita with modern amenities, close to all that Santa Fe has to offer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario V.

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

A Perfect Little Spot

We stayed for five nights and couldn't have been happier with the place. Perfect location, cozy, and had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen T.

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

Wonderful experience!

Beautiful home, toasty fireplace all within walking distance to downtown, museums and galleries. Accurate pictures and description. Hosts promptly answered any of our questions prior to our visit and no onsite assistance was needed. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend this property and owners. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcene D.

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

Girls Mutual Birthday Trip

Our group included three girls meeting in Santa Fe from three different cities to celebrate our mutual birthdays. We definitely wanted something that was unique and reflected the Santa Fe architecture. This place delivered.!!!! The location was fantastic. We had hoped to do quite a bit of hiking and there were plenty of trails near us. However, Santa Fe had a freak snow storm during our stay that delivered about 14 inches of snow.! The homeowner herself, was out shoveling our place along with a caretaker who was using a snowblower. It was great to meet Noel, who is an artist and did most of the artwork in the house. Because we were so close to the plaza and Canyon Road we were able to walk to many places and didn’t have to get our vehicles out in the snow. The house provided so many helpful tools to help us enjoy our stay. There were many maps and Noel had put together a binder of things to do and places to eat. Because of the snow, we lost our cable and Internet, but there were plenty of games to keep us entertained. We had a nice fire in the fireplace also. It is great that the host offers optional sleeping arrangements in the two bedrooms….. either two kings or four twins. It makes it much more flexible for singles. Because of the snow, and temperature, we did not get to use the outdoor patio at all. I’m sure it would be lovely in the milder months. Everything was fantastic except for a few ants in the kitchen, which Noel said she would address.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

kendall s.

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

Perfect location for square and Canyon Road

Great location… nice well appointed casita directly behind the owners home… throughly enjoyed the week…fully stocked kitchen… kiva fireplace and outdoor gas grill… everything we needed for a great week. Ms Bennett is an artist and several of her paintings hang in the space. It was a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia O.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mack G.

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

Comfortable and good location.

Excellent, comfortable place to stay with great location to take walks and explore Santa Fe.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie D.

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

Amazing location, and perfect accommodations

Everything was just perfect and exceeded our expectations! You can’t beat the location for ease of getting around town.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sallyanne C.

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

Perfectly located

We loved our stay, we were able to walk everywhere. The house lacks nothing. The guest book has great suggestions for places to go and places to eat. All 4 of us loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

teak e.

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

Santa Fe Getaway

We enjoyed our stay at the Oasis. It was comfortable and conveniently located. We were able to walk to the Plaza and enjoyed walks along the trails by the river. It was quiet and had everything we needed for our stay We had a nice visit with the owner and she was quick to respond to our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Casa Tierra Getaway

The stunning casa offers gorgeous amenities and captures the spirit of Santa Fe. A close walk to Canyon Road and the downtown plaza were perfect. We didn’t need to drive anywhere (except Ten Thousand Waves). A quiet retreat from the crowds on the plaza. Restaurant suggestions in the book were spot on! Such a lovely space to be with family. Thank you Emily & Noel for sharing this sanctuary!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

melody h.

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

Santa Fe 2024

This location is excellent and so quiet. Due to some showers the park and river were lush and green. Excellent spot in Santa Fe!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

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

Perfect house and location!

This was an ideal location to the plaza and surrounding area. The house is comfortable, clean and inviting. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Berkeley P.

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

Delightful

We stayed for 3 weeks and enjoyed the back patio and the cottage, both nestled under 2 enormous trees - one an Atlas cedar and the other an huge cypress. The interior was comfortable with lots of natural light. The kitchen was also well stocked. We also liked the car port and room off street to park two and even three cars. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

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

Made Santa Fe Even Better!

This is one of the very best places we have stayed. The home is immaculate, beautiful, well-appointed, spacious. We were so happy to return every afternoon after visiting museums and galleries. We walked to fantastic restaurants each evening (in fact,the location was so good we never had to use the car during our 3-day stay). We look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Perfect location! Close to Canyon Road and Old Town

I go to Santa Fe a minimum of 4X a year. Place was lovely- older with charm and character. Friend trip of 60 and older. They can arrange beds into singles or kings, 2 per room and 2 functioning full baths. We didn't manage the front door effectively- but one of the owners responded immediately. Owners have an excellent book on things to do (my top picks for restaurants were on their lists) and how to operate the house. It is a guest house- detached with a separate drive way and very private. EASY TO PARK. Lovely living room to visit in with some cool unique original art work the owner has done. Have already sent the link to another friend going this month. I'm more into locations and comfort. I will defiantly book again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Santa Fe Casitas

We really liked this house. Good location yet very quiet & pleasant. Nice walkway along the Sante Fe river. The house was cozy, decorated so nicely & had nice little extras here & there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

wonderful

Great spot and perfect location. We were able to walk to everything. Nicely equipped and historic architecture was facinating.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole W.

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

Everything and More!

Loved Casa Tierra! The location is convenient to both the Plaza and Canyon Road, and the beautiful decor is truly "old Santa Fe". The kitchen had everything we needed for our stay. Also, the area is so quiet and peaceful. We couldn't have been more pleased!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by NOËL BENNETT

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The owner, NOËL BENNETT, has lived most of her life in the Southwest. After graduating from Stanford University, she lived with the Navajo for eight years and authored nine books on Navajo weaving, history and culture. She continues to write and paint from her studios in Santa Fe and in the Jemez Mountains of New Mexico.

Why they chose this property

While living in Santa Fe for ten years, in the heat of the summer NOEL would walk her Komondor dog along the Santa Fe river. Always the shady paths and trickling water were refreshing and revitalizing---a stark reminder that water in the Great Southwest is sacred.
One day she noticed that the two hand-mudded adobe homes along the river--a home and guest home that had always fascinated her--were for sale! There was no doubt that the location was unbeatable. Once inside, she found the earthiness, solar absorption, and quietness of the authentic adobe to be also irresistible. Since then she and her husband, "SIR DOKTOR" RUSSELL BETTS (International Environmentalist) have worked to remodel the homes to bring them into today's living standards--ever mindful of maintaining their original ambiance.

What makes this property unique

But there is more! What struck NOËL especially was how clearly the homes manifested Frank Lloyd Wright's architectural style. First there is his signature honey-comb 120 degree angles so reflecting the way humans most comfortably function within architectural spaces. Second, there is his hallmark "continuous space" in which architecture is wielded to blur the line between humans and nature. Having herself grown up in California in a Frank Lloyd Wright designed home, plus having lived with the Navajo for eight years, plus having previously lived in a double-walled adobe, the unique combination of styles and materials ("Imagine! A 'Frank Lloyd Wright Adobe!') immediately felt like home.
Over the years, NOËL has pieced together the fascinating history of these homes. Specifically they were HAND-built in the 1950s by Harry Pierson, an Economic Anthropologist/Columbia University Professor and co-author of "Trade and Market in the Early Empires."
But fact finding continues: They have yet to find out how much of a hand Frank Lloyd Wright--or more likely one of his Taliesin West apprentices--might have played in creating the dual sense of coziness and expansiveness inherent in this oasis along the Santa Fe River.

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