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Wonderful retreat lake house, close to great hiking trails

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Upstairs Family Room with view of Main Entrance
View from Main Entrance

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 21

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 21)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Wonderful retreat lake house, close to great hiking trails

Incredible views overlooking Grindstone Lake, great for fishing or swimming during the summer months. Spacious accommodations with 6 bedrooms/6 bathrooms and two family areas. After a day of walking the nearby hiking trails soak in the hot tub with views of the lake or relax with one of the two fireplaces, both with views of the lake.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Clean outside grill if used.
If A/C was utilized - turn off air conditioner. During winter months please leave the thermostat set to 60 degrees and turn off mini splits in the lower 2 bedrooms.
The door locks by entering the code number and the checkmark upon departure.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2796565vb
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

About the area

Ruidoso

Located in Ruidoso, this holiday home is on a lake. Free Spirits at Noisy Water and Museum of the Horse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Pillow's Funtrackers and Ruidoso Winter Park. Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts and Ruidoso Winter Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
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Map
Ruidoso, NM

What's nearby

  • Grindstone Lake - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Wingfield Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Casino Apache - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 11 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Downshift Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Schlotzsky's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lost Hiker Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wonderful retreat lake house, close to great hiking trails pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wonderful retreat lake house, close to great hiking trails?

As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wonderful retreat lake house, close to great hiking trails on 13 May 2026 start from NZ$1,592, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Wonderful retreat lake house, close to great hiking trails?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wonderful retreat lake house, close to great hiking trails?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wonderful retreat lake house, close to great hiking trails?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wonderful retreat lake house, close to great hiking trails located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Grindstone Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Wingfield Park and Cree Medows Public Golf Course. Pillow's Funtrackers is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alberto P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In a very good area, hiking trails and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 January 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us and we would love to welcome you back for another stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mr. Armendariz went beyond welcoming in sharing his beautiful home! Amenities were unmatched, beautiful high quality kitchen, comfortable beds, fast wi-fi, kid-friendly items.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tc S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2025
Thank you so much for your positive review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Staci P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of our favorite places to stay in Ruidoso!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2025
We're so delighted to have you stay with us again! And thank you for always leaving such great reviews! If there's anything we can do to enhance your stay next time, please don't hesitate to reach out!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacque C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful house fantastic location. Housed our large family with multiple children well. Would come back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house on the lake. We had an amazing time.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 January 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're delighted that you had a great time! We hope you visit us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stanley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts and a great space! Plenty of amenities and the home was clean and smelled great. Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 January 2026
Thank you for the great review! We're very happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay and hope to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Herlinda Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is great!! It is just a describe and it makes you feel home. We would definitely go back to this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 January 2026
Thank you for the perfect rating! We're so happy you enjoyed your time at our property. We can't wait to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Humberto S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin exceeded our expectations. I’ve stayed in Ruidoso many times over the years in different cabins, and this one easily ranks in my top three. Every room is spacious and includes its own private restroom, the deck offers amazing views, and the owners’ attention to detail truly shows. We will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 January 2026
Thank you for the glowing review! Your kind words mean a lot to us and motivate us to keep providing a great experience for our guests. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evalina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2025
Thank you for your 5-star review! We hope to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reggie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great welcoming space with amazing kitchen. Out large group16 fit with room to spare.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 January 2026
Thank you for your review! We appreciate your kind words and hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful stay at the beautiful lake house. The home was beautiful, very clean, and located in a calm and quiet area. The views were absolutely amazing, and all amenities were available, making our stay very comfortable. We have no complaints at all—everything was perfect, and we were very happy with our experience. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful time in a beautiful home with an amazing view!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2025
It makes us happy to know that you enjoyed your stay! Thank you so much.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin A.

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

Beautiful home

Very beautiful home with an amazing view.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Wonderful weekend

This place had everything our family needed and more! The online pictures did not do it justice. Beautiful view of the lake and trails close by were nice. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

peter f.

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

Perfect location and view

Perfect getaway with friends and family we had a wonderful time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay at our property! We are very happy that you enjoyed your time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lena P.

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

Amazing stay

We loved our stay at this house!! Clean, beautiful, and loved the location! The host was great and quick to respond to questions! Can’t wait to book it again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luciano R. R.

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

NM Xmas Vacation

Great stay in a beautiful house close to downtown and nice hiking trails around the lake by the house. Perfect for families or just couples doing a long weekend getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 January 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review. Hope to host you and your family again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time we have stayed at this house. I’m not sure it gets any better than this location, view, etc. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2025
Thank you for choosing to stay with us again! We're thrilled to hear you had a fantastic experience and appreciate you taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. If there's anything we can do to enhance your stay even further in the future, please let us know!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

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

Lake view

Beautiful property and location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 December 2024
Thank you for the 5-star review, Alan! We hope to host you and your family again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Saul A.

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

Perfect getaway!

We had a great time with a large group. This home had everything we needed. Perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 February 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a positive review of your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

René

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stunning views and the place is nice and clean. It has everything you need!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benny F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here with a large group of friends, and we all loved it. This was the cleanest house any of us had stayed at. A clean rental house is my main priority when renting, and this house was very clean. Even though the reviews all said it was really clean, I didn't think it actually would be that clean, but it was! The rooms were all comfortable and spacious, and we loved that each bedroom had their own bathroom. There was so much space for all 12 of us, and we are all excited to rent this place again. Check in was super easy since they sent all the information ahead of time. We couldn't have asked for anything better!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 January 2026
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We're very happy that you had a fantastic stay and enjoyed the property. We hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake P.

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

Great house with good sleeping arrangements for kids

House was perfect for our needs. We would stay at this house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

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