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Mountain Escape, Next to the Cibolo National Forest. Mountain Biking & Hiking!

Family-friendly holiday home in Tijeras

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Front Door Entrance
Front Yard in Dec. Shows part of the driveway, covered!
Long driveway entry
When it Snows this is the front yard. 4wd is necessary.
Kitchen with Gas cook top/oven, other small appliances, Breakfast Bar

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6260.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, ABQ Uptown
  • Place, Kirtland Air Force Base
  • Place, Isleta Amphitheater
  • Airport, Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Green Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Teal Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs guest bath

Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Hallway bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Mountain Escape, Next to the Cibolo National Forest. Mountain Biking & Hiking!

Whether you want to spend time outdoors, drive the turqoise Trail, or explore everything Albuquerqe has to offer, this is a large mountain home on 2 acres. 3 bedrooms upstairs with a hallway bathroom, and a Master bedroom with luxurious private bathroom. Downstairs, there is a family Game room, a Kitchen stocked with essentials, a large Dining room, and a Living room and guest 1/2 bath. Streaming all your favorite programs on a new Roku TV. Wifi is provided with password. Back porch has pleanty of room to store mountain bikes or skiing gear as well as a propane BBQ for fun meals. On the 2 acre find and an outdoor swing, hammock, meditation garden on the top and fire pit area for roasting Marshmellows, weather permitting. House has central heating and AC to make you comfortable at 7800 feet altitude. All linens provided, and a NEW LAUNDRY ROOM! Come Unplug and Engage with Nature!
This location may need 4wd or Chains if snow is present.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
2 acres to roam, climb trees go on a treasure hunt
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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
Mountain homes utilitze a well for water. Please use water conservatively.
Trash Policy. Bag all trash in large black trash bags before leaving and place in Trash can corral.. No trash should be left in the yard.
The National forestry has a strick no outdoor fires in the summer. There will be no firepit nor any other open fire allowed at this time. NO FIREWORKS

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tijeras

Located in Tijeras, this holiday home is in the mountains. Cibola National Forest and Guadalupe Peak reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include National Museum of Nuclear Science & History and Sundance Aviation Glider Rides. Travelling with kids? Consider Expo New Mexico and University of New Mexico Campus Observatory. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Tijeras, NM

What's nearby

  • ABQ Uptown - 36 min drive - 43.3 km
  • Kirtland Air Force Base - 37 min drive - 41.5 km
  • University of New Mexico - 41 min drive - 47.5 km
  • Balloon Fiesta Park - 47 min drive - 56.4 km
  • Isleta Amphitheater - 50 min drive - 64.2 km

Getting around

  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Planet Mars - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ponderosa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ponderosa Family Restaurant & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Old Tyme Shop & Ice Cream Parlor - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Ponderosa Eatery and Saloon - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Escape, Next to the Cibolo National Forest. Mountain Biking & Hiking! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Escape, Next to the Cibolo National Forest. Mountain Biking & Hiking!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Escape, Next to the Cibolo National Forest. Mountain Biking & Hiking!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Mountain Escape, Next to the Cibolo National Forest. Mountain Biking & Hiking! located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Cibola National Forest and 11.8 mi (18.9 km) from Tijeras Open-Air Arts Market. Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski Area and Sandia Mountain Natural History Center are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellyse G.

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

Vacay

We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W., Lawrence, Ks

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

Family gathering

Nice clean out of the way space, plenty of room for a family get together and dinner. Property is beautiful with hiking trails nearby which we took advantage of. Loved our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christy G.

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

Perfect mountain house retreat!

We enjoyed the mountains all around us, the birds at the feeder, the book collection and coffee around the fire ring one morning. We even saw a few shooting stars as well! It's a short, scenic drive to hiking /climbing trails, to Albuquerque and Santa Fe for shopping or to experience the Sandia Peak Tramway. Such a relaxing home. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ari G.

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

Nice getaway

Nice property, clean, stocked with many basics. Linda is a great host and made the experience better. Biggest issue was we couldn’t enjoy the outdoors as much as we wanted to due to the dogs in two neighboring properties.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine K.

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

Clean, quiet home in the country

This is a lovely home in a rural setting. Very quiet and private. It was very clean and the kitchen had everything I needed and more including coffee, cooking oil, and spices. We enjoyed watching the birds while eating breakfast on the patio. The a/c and the wi-fi worked great. Roads leading to the house are paved. The driveway is gravel and a little steep at the end. A 4-wheel drive vehicle might be needed in snow. Very nice property, highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H., Silver Plume, Colorado

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

Family Wedding

I stayed at the Mountain Escape with my husband, my son and his wife and two children (ages 7 and 9) and my daughter and her husband. We were in Tijeras for my youngest daughter’s wedding in July 2023. I chose the house only because it was just five minutes from my daughter’s home, where the wedding was held. We couldn’t have been more pleased! The house was beautiful, with two and a half bathrooms, a well stocked kitchen, a large dining room, a game room with lots of great games, and a very comfortable living room. Additionally there were three very nice bedrooms upstairs. The beds and linens were very comfortable. The house was much larger and more beautiful than the pictures revealed. Our favorite thing about this house was the amazing bird watching area, the breezy porch, and the fun scavenger hunt. A lovely roomy home for a family reunion! We hope to be back again soon. (Also, we were in town during a significant heat wave, and the AC worked great!)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing house. it was perfect for our family, and the kids loved the trails, treasure hunt and outdoor space. Well-equipped and very clean. highly recommend. A bit of a drive for restaurants and activities but worth it for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is gorgeous & well kept. (Wish we could say the same for the neighbor but we couldn’t see the neighbors property thankfully with the tree coverage). Overall great stay, serene atmosphere inside and outside, we enjoyed the scavenger hunt and super close trek to Albuquerque! Thank you for the quick responses and sharing your beautiful space with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the most beautiful property full of nature and peace. I lived every minute of it
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S.

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

Nice Stay

The house was as described in the listing. We enjoyed the decorative touches and the fire pit. The chimes were a nice addition as we sat by the fire.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yami

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

Post Christmas relaxation

Our family stayed here to enjoy some peace and quiet after the holidays. The house was so clean and had all of the amenities we needed. Definitely recommend if you want mountains, but still close enough to the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky F.

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

Wonderful Stay

The pictures do not give this place justice. We had a relaxing time on the patio and around the fire pit. The scavenger hunt was a big hit with my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

Very nice property. A little far from the balloons, but a very good price.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W., Houston, Texas

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

really nice home with amazing outdoor space

we stayed in this lovely home when we came to attend the balloon fiesta . I had a lot of questions for the property owner and she was always very quick and informative with her responses . once we arrived, we couldn't locate a hair dryer and she quickly provided 2 hair dryers for us to use during our stay. each room in the home was so nicely decorated and there was even a flashlight in each room just in case one was needed. There was also a nice bottle of wine waiting for us when we arrived . the outdoor space is so beautiful and we loved the bird viewing area . we even saw a bunny there one afternoon . we would absolutely stay there again if we ever travel to the area again !
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Beautiful Mountain Home

My mom & I had a very pleasant stay at this property. It had everything we could have possibly needed and we felt immediately at home here. The views were amazing, there was an abundance of space and really loved the cabinet full of games. Surrounding neighbor’s dogs and roosters might be an issue for light sleepers but we didn’t mind them. Important to know that property shares a driveway with another home and they have several protective dogs but their property is fenced. We only had one issue during our stay but the owner was easy to reach and very prompt in helping to resolve the concern. Highly recommend and would love to stay here again next time we’re in ABQ.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Candida W.

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

The perfect place at the perfect time.

Loved cooking in the kitchen. Even cooked up some steaks on the grill. The laundry room with the clothes line was an excellent touch. Wind rushing through the trees, the privacy and those fabulous showers. All good things to restore my soul, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

Wonderful and Relaxing

We had a wonderful stay here during our vacation to the 50th Balloon Fiesta. Even though the weather was rainy and cold most of our stay, the atmosphere at the house was very enjoyable and relaxing. We really enjoyed the lighted back porch next to the bird viewing area. The drive to the house was beautiful and loved that we could get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Thank you for sharing your amazing home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

April A., Las Cruces

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

Quick Mountain Getaway

This is our 2nd time staying at Linda's home for a weekend trip. It was clean, well stocked and very comfortable. We brought groceries to cook and grill. Kitchen had everything we needed. Wifi works great. Beds and linens are comfy. Plenty of hot water. Appreciated the simple and limited check out instructions. The addition of a gas grill and covered firepit were much appreciated and enjoyed. The location allows spectacular views of the sky at night. Enjoyed the firepit both nights - plenty of wood provided. Private lot with plenty of space for a kid to explore and play. Very close to trails and campgrounds for mountain biking, hiking. dirt biking and more. We hope to return again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M., Oak Park, CA

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

family getaway near Tijeras

We enjoyed our stay at Mountain Escape. The space nicely accommodated 5 adults and 1 kindergartner (family reunion for a nearby wedding). Kitchen is very well equipped and there are enough streaming options to provide some entertainment for the little one. The scavenger hunt was also well received, except don't waste time looking for Barbie as she's no where to be found. Communication with the owner through VRBO was efficient with very rapid turn around. Much appreciated!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Candida W.

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

Peaceful mountain home

Loved it. Well appointed ( well stocked) with foil and cooking utilities. The scavenger hunt was fun for a 66/73 yr old to engage us.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn G.

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

Teijras getaway

We had a wonderful time we rented this place last year also. This place is great for some hiking and other activities for a country getaway!! Place was very clean and the kit he had several items you could cook if one had forgotten all you needed for a meal. Good amount of spices as well as some snacks!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

January l.

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

Relaxing

Great family time away from the city rush. Nice, short drive to ABQ, owner was easy to communicate with as well. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Dale P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Place clean and well stocked. Lists as having cable T.V. but didn't. TV useless. Outside grill not a

Did not advertise properly nor meet our needs re T.V. and grill. Could be 5 star with those items addressed.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

April A., Las Cruces

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

Nice mountain getaway

Such a fun stay! Great communication with host. Very comfortable home - had everything we needed. Pretty views - slept with the windows open to get a cool, fresh breeze. Would suggest you arrive before dark as turnoff is easy to miss. Plan to bring groceries as no real grocery store nearby. We cooked one might and grilled another- found everything we needed. We had no issues with neighbors or dogs. Sounded like a rooster crowing competition in the mornings and at dusk, but it suited our surroundings perfectly and added to the experience. Lots of great family time. Would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nan P.

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

Peaceful getaway

This was a lovely house with gorgeous views. We really enjoyed it. Great "welcome packet" of info about the space, and we really appreciated labels around the house helping us find the right switches for everything and use the house well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

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