Private Forest Retreat | Ruidoso Couples Escape

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A gazebo in a forested area with a clear path leading to it.
A wooden cabin with a stone wall, a wooden porch, and a sign reading "Blue Jay's Nest".
A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area in the background.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a bench, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a television mounted on a wooden cabinet, a leather sofa, and a large window with curtains.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Grindstone Lake

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Ruidoso, NM
  • Place, Wingfield Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Grindstone Lake
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Ruidoso Winter Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Ruidoso

Downtown, a neighbourhood in Ruidoso, is home to this cabin. Cree Medows Public Golf Course and The Links at Sierra Blanca are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Pillow's Funtrackers and Free Spirits at Noisy Water. Ruidoso Winter Park and Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting.
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Map
Ruidoso, NM

What's nearby

  • Wingfield Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Grindstone Lake - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Pillow's Funtrackers - 3 min drive - 4.2 km
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 3 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 8 min drive - 11.3 km

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Downshift Brewing Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Casitas Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Schlotzsky's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Village Buttery - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Forest Retreat | Ruidoso Couples Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Private Forest Retreat | Ruidoso Couples Escape?

As of 3 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Forest Retreat | Ruidoso Couples Escape on 4 November 2026 start from NZ$353, 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 Private Forest Retreat | Ruidoso Couples Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Forest Retreat | Ruidoso Couples Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Forest Retreat | Ruidoso Couples Escape?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Forest Retreat | Ruidoso Couples Escape located?

Located in Downtown, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Wingfield Park and Grindstone Lake. Cree Medows Public Golf Course and Pillow's Funtrackers are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We loved staying at the Blue Jay's Nest!

We want to stay at Blue Jay's Nest again some time! It was convenient to our favorite breakfast restaurant, Pena's Place, and everything else we were interested in doing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2025
We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Blue Jay’s Nest! It’s awesome that the location worked so well for your plans, and we agree, Pena’s Place is a gem! We’d love to welcome you back anytime for another memorable getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice little cabin

My wife and I enjoyed this little cabin for a weekend getaway. It was easy to find, clean, & close to all Ruidoso attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2025
We're so glad you and your wife enjoyed your weekend getaway! Happy to hear the cabin was just what you needed, clean, convenient, and close to everything. Hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy and comfortable.

Great location, distance from midtoen was great and lots of amenities in the area. Will definitely consider staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2025
Thank you for the great feedback! We're so glad the location worked well for you and that you found everything you needed close by. It's always nice to have both convenience and comfort during a trip. We'd love to welcome you back anytime you’re in town!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place

Loved it! So cozy and cute. At great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2025
So glad to hear that! Hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy and Comfy

It was a lovely little place very clean and I’ll definitely be returning in the summer time!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2025
Thank you! It means a lot that you enjoyed your stay and plan to come back, we’d love to host you again this summer. You're always welcome!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cabin

Overall, I was satisfied for a short term trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2025
Thanks for your review, we're glad you were satisfied with your stay! We'd love to know what we could improve to make your next visit a 5-star experience, feel free to share any feedback!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful stay! I love being in the forest, in the mountains, and this was wonderful. I spent most my time out in the gazebo reading and loved it. We saw some deer and even a fox! The rainy overcast cooler weather was absolutely amazing! Thank you for a wonderful stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This rental was suuuper cute and cozy. We rented it for our anniversary and brought our little dog with us. It’s in a really good location and we had no problem finding food or things to do. My favorite part was the fireplace rotating TV nook. The only negative thing I can say is that the floors were visibly really dirty, especially the tile in shower/toilet areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Such a fun time

I took my husband for a birthday vacation and it was amazing! 10/10 would recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2025
So glad his birthday was one to remember! Thanks for spending it with us, we’d love to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the cabin and the location! We brought our pets and the area was very nice to walk them in. My only complaint is how loud the upstairs can be. Any step or movement from the upstairs neighbors would shake the house, which was really bothersome at night. Other than that, everything was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice cabin

The cabin is very nice. It's small but very nice. I appreciated the the ceiling fans in the rooms and the beautiful double sided fireplace. The parking spot is tiny. I drive a Hyundai Palisade and anything longer would be hard to get in there or maybe I parked in the wrong place. We had deer in the yard at night. We would stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2025
Thanks so much for your feedback, we're glad you enjoyed the cozy cabin, especially the ceiling fans and the double-sided fireplace, it really adds to the charm. The deer visits are always such a treat! We appreciate the note about parking and will take a closer look to make sure it's as clear and convenient as possible. We'd be happy to host you again if you're back in the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely amazing stay at this cabin in Ruidoso! From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. The host was incredible responsive, friendly, and genuinely committed to making sure we had a perfect getaway. Communication was seamless, and they made us feel completely welcome and taken care of.The cabin itself was exactly as advertised if not better! Every amenity promised was there and in excellent condition. The space was clean, cozy, and beautifully maintained. We especially appreciated the thoughtful touches throughout the cabin that made it feel warm and inviting. It had everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing stay.If you’re looking for the perfect mountain retreat in Ruidoso, this is it. We can’t wait to come back and would absolutely recommend this cabin to anyone looking for a five-star experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying at the Blue Jay Nest, and we already can’t wait to come back! Everything about our stay was absolutely perfect. The cabin was spotless, comfortable, beautifully maintained, and had everything we needed for a relaxing weekend. The location is peaceful, the views are incredible, and it’s the perfect place to unwind. Communication with the host was excellent, and the entire experience was seamless from start to finish. Every aspect of our stay was truly 5-star. Thank you for another wonderful weekend—we’re already looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was adorable. Plenty of space for 2 people and their pets. Had everything we needed and was close to everything. Would recommend this place. We might stay again. The listing says queen bed but I’m thinking it was a full. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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