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La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe!

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Living Room
Covered Patio
Back Patio
Front Exterior
Living Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Santa Fe, NM
  • Loretto Chapel
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Canyon Road
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Santa Fe Plaza
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1st Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe!

Which is more beautiful, the luxe furnishings and decor of this South Capitol area home, or its huge, shaded garden with pinon pines and al fresco dining? You might just have to come see for yourself!
La Vida Buena is right in the heart of Santa Fe, in a quiet, leafy neighborhood just a mile from the Plaza. The house is New Pueblo-style, with wood-burning kiva fireplaces, handsome viga ceilings, and all the little touches that make a home unique. Best of all, it is set in a large lot with a lovely garden, several patio spaces, and plenty of greenery for you to enjoy!
Step inside and admire the southwestern colors and handsome style of La Vida Buena. The living room is dominated by a bank of windows with beautiful modern stained glass, turning the sunlight bright colors as it falls into the room. A handsome leather couch and banks of pillows on built-in seating invite your group to relax around the fireplace or watch the large flat-screen mounted on one wall. Everything is neat, spotless, and utterly charming. This is northern New Mexico living at its finest!
Adjacent to the living room are the kitchen and dining areas, painted in bright colors and immaculately appointed. You will love the stainless-steel appliances and well-stocked cupboards in the kitchen, which is fit for the finest chef. No matter what you yearn to make -- from a simple snack to a family feast -- you will find what you need here. All the time-saving countertop appliances are here too, to get you up and moving in the morning: coffeemaker, toaster, and more. Just add groceries!
The dining room is a spacious and beautiful area, with a table that seats 4 and a second wood-burning kiva fireplace for warmth and atmosphere. This room also doubles as a game center, so your group can divide up between those who want to watch a movie in the living room and those engrossed in cards. You will love how roomy La Vida Buena is, with plenty of private areas so that each member of your party c

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
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
Property Registration Number 136150

About the area

Santa Fe

South Capitol, a neighbourhood in Santa Fe, is home to this holiday home. Santa Fe Farmers Market and Canyon Road 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 Botanical Garden and Recursos de Santa Fe are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Santa Fe, NM

What's nearby

  • Loretto Chapel - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Canyon Road - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Fe Railyard - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Fe Plaza - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Georgia O'Keefe Museum - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Santa Fe Depot - 18 min walk
  • Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Del Charro - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Kakawa Chocolate House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Downtown Subscription - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Lounge at The Hacienda at The Hotel Santa Fe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Craft Donuts & Coffee - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe! located?

Located in South Capitol, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of New Mexico Military Museum and Santa Fe Plaza. Center for Contemporary Arts and New Mexico State Capitol are also within 15 minutes. Santa Fe Depot is 18 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 122 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Seth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home in a great location, was nice to walk everywhere into the city. Lovely outdoor patio area. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was clean, inside and out. Great neighborhood. Enjoyed our stay in the house and always our stay in Santa Fe.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was a breeze! The staff at the office were so friendly and helpful. We loved, loved, loved the property. The kitchen was well stocked and the entire house was beautiful. Would definitely would like to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very charming, comfortable, and clean. It is set away from the street a bit and the parking spot is behind a fence, which is a nice bonus especially given the narrow streets in Santa Fe. It's a 15-20 minute straight walk to the Plaza area so there's no need to fight or pay for parking in the busy areas. Overall, we had a great stay and highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terra R.

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

Great weekend hetaway

Came up to Santa Fe with some friends for the weekend and this was a great getaway. The house had everything we needed and was very comfortable. We especially enjoyed the multiple outdoor spaces - such a treat to sit outside in the morning with a coffee and a book!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Buster M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property! Easy check in. Clean! Organized. Great location. Comfy beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Great location

House was beautiful and authentic. Was near everything we wanted to do. Had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

Short stay

The house was just right for a short trip with just me and my daughter. Beautiful house, excellent location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maribeth V.

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

La Casa Bonita

Such a sweet little home. Perfect location to everything. Loved all the little details.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CJ M.

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

La Buena Vida

Beautiful furnishings. Nice neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfectly decorated cabin.

We had a wonderful time. It was a perfect Southwest experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa R.

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

Beautiful Inside and Out

We stayed at this property for four nights in Santa Fe. The home is beautiful and exudes so much Southwest charm with the decor. We loved the backyard area which had two shaded sitting areas with a swing. Our toddler was with us and she loved the children’s books provided on one of the bookshelves.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

Comfortable, cozy, & convenient

Property was well kept and had basics on hand. Two outdoor seating areas that are comfortable and private. We were two - but unit would be comfortable with four. We would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eve A.

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

Lovely inside and out

Three friends stayed here as part of trip to visit other friends in Santa Fe and to enjoy the cooler weather. The house was a great place to have friends over for dinner and to enjoy the 2 lovely outdoor seating areas. It was a quiet neighborhood so it was very peaceful. But you're also very near to great restaurants and grocery stores. The kitchen had all we needed to serve some meals. The beds were comfortable. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Margie G.

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

Lovely house in quiet neighborhood

The house was just as pictured online; interesting decor and Southwest flavor. The house was very clean and well-stocked. Our only recommendation is for the owners to replace their pillows, though this may be based on personal taste--the pillows were either much too hard and one was worn out/too soft for any support. Otherwise, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenn S.

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

A beautiful southwest oasis

I loved the house. Fun art and knick knacks all over the house and the first morning we woke up to rainbows. The living room was super cozy. beautiful stained glass and the ja
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

JOHN F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
It’s ok. Management did not respond to 2 in person visits. Shower dripping, ants, loose toilet (floor bolts), serious sky light leak during rain storms. Would have been nice to have 2 matching wine glasses. 4 would have been even better. Access great as where the gardens.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan m.

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

Awesome week in Santa Fe

The home is in a quiet neighborhood close to downtown. It is welcoming and has the New Mexican flavor that we love. The only drawback is the master shower is inside a very deep soaking tub. We would definitely stay here again if the opportunity arises.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The place is absolutely charming, the pics don't lie. If you're looking for Santa Fe style charm this house delivers 100%. Decor is on point! The "back yard" is a lovely oasis and a great way to start your day with a cup of coffee or wind down in the evening. Location is convenient to walking into "downtown" with all of its charm and diversions. Would recommend this property to anyone (and did, but their dates were booked). Only cons would be that the kitchen should have some cooking spray or EVO (pans stick!) and didn't realize there was recycling until items were in the trash outside; Consider having a designated recycling bin in the house and/or mention from the property mgr in ALL of their correspondences. Thank you Santa Fe, it was a pleasure getting to spend time in your fair city!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell F.

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

Santa Fe

House was beautiful and location was very private. The ouside garden really helped relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha W.

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

Picturesque Santa Fe -style Home

Adorable, and very comfortable home in close proximity to the Plaza.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robyn F.

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

Gorgeous

Walking distance to the plaza and on a quiet lot off the main road. beautiful property and had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Berger st.

Well decorated and supplied place in a lovely neighborhood. Beds are firm, bathrooms are well designed. We’d stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristi V.

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

Adorable Santa Fe Vibes

Loved the property. The rustic charm, colorful palette, and location was perfect! Worked for a great weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Cheryl C.

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

Lovely place

On our first day there, I called the management company as there were two issues that needed attention.1 - the primary bath needs a shower mat, as the tub gets slick when wet2 - the primary bath leaks all over the floor.We were there for the next six days, and never heard back.Other than these issues, the place was comfortable, clean and enjoyable. Walking distance to many Santa Fe attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

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