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Authentic New Mexico Adobe Casita in wine country/hot air balloon mecca

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Welcome!
Secure door to the casita & tranquility!
Dining for two or four.
WIFI, videos, Direct TV!
Comfortable queen size bed awaits you.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Bernalillo, NM
  • Place, Plein Air New Mexico Gallery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandia Casino
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Balloon Fiesta Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Authentic New Mexico Adobe Casita in wine country/hot air balloon mecca

Location: Bernalillo, NM USA ( 10 minutes form Albuquerque, 40 minutes from Santa Fe. View Map

Accommodations: studio casita, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2 adults. Room for a crib or playpen)

Vineyard Way Casita is a restored adobe with approximately 400 sq ft of indoor living space. It is located in the Historic Downtown area of Bernalillo. It is reported to have been built in the 1880's by the infamous builder Abenicio Salazar and was the first doctor's office in town. We're walking distance to restaurants, unique shops/art galleries/ grocery stores, the Rail Runner & shuttles to two casinos. Casita is a day's drive to many scenic byways including Santa Fe, Taos, Corrales, Jemez, the Sandia Mountains including the world famous tramway; fishing, golf, hiking, biking, the Albuquerque Zoo & Botanical Park, vineyards, breweries, the world renowned balloon park & so much more! Cozy & convenient is how former guests have described the casita.

The casita is very cozy, quaint, functional and quiet. Due to the thick adobe walls, it stays cool in the summer & warm in the winter.

Our comfortable and convenient casita has all new appliances, a heater/refrigerated air combo, hard wood floors, tiled floors in both kitchen and bathroom. It has on demand hot water, a 4 burner electric stove/oven and full refrigerator.

The casita is located just off Main Street, also known as Route 66, Highway 85 and State Road 313. It is quiet, safe and within walking distance to shops, restaurants, parks, the recreation center & the Rail Runner. The Rail Runner will take you to Santa Fe, Albuquerque, the International Airport, Los Lunas & Belen; not to mention the numerous Indian Casinos along the way! Vineyard Way Casita's prime location offers day trips to the Sandia Mountains, seven Indian Pueblos, historic sites and Scenic ByWays, which can take you to Jemez Pueblo & Jemez Springs or Taos and back within a day!

The world famous Range Cafe, is across the street as is Silva's Saloon that has been in continuous operation since the 1930's. Several movies have been shot in its location adding to its allure, history and colorful past! Camino Real Antiques, located just down Main Street, offers 6000 sq ft of treasures, including Native American artifacts and Western memorabilia.

This is the PERFECT place to stay to enjoy Las Fiestas de San Lorenzo in August, the New Mexico Wine Festival over Labor Day weekend and to experinece the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta held in October! The seasonal beauty of New Mexico as well as the stunning backdrop of the Sandia Mountains await you in this cozy adobe casita, offering you an authentic taste of the Land of Enchantment.




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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed: less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bernalillo

Located in Bernalillo, this apartment is in the city centre and near theme parks. Placitas Library Labyrinth and Cliff's Amusement Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Southern Plaza and Cottonwood Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at State Farm Bernalillo Soccer Complex, or consider a night out at Santa Ana Star Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bernalillo, NM

What's nearby

  • Plein Air New Mexico Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Ana Star Casino - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Sandia Casino - 9 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Balloon Fiesta Park - 9 min drive - 16.4 km
  • University of New Mexico - 20 min drive - 32.0 km

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 20 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Ana Star Casino - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dion's Pizza - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Authentic New Mexico Adobe Casita in wine country/hot air balloon mecca pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Authentic New Mexico Adobe Casita in wine country/hot air balloon mecca ?

As of 26 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Authentic New Mexico Adobe Casita in wine country/hot air balloon mecca on 2 November 2026 start from NZ$215, 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 Authentic New Mexico Adobe Casita in wine country/hot air balloon mecca ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Authentic New Mexico Adobe Casita in wine country/hot air balloon mecca ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Authentic New Mexico Adobe Casita in wine country/hot air balloon mecca ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Authentic New Mexico Adobe Casita in wine country/hot air balloon mecca located?

Located in the heart of Bernalillo, this apartment building is steps from Plein Air New Mexico Gallery and within 3 mi (5 km) of Rio Grande and Coronado Historic Site. Santa Ana Star Casino is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an amazing little place! So cozy and comfortable. Very close to the fiesta. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

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

Great place

Enjoy the place and location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael Vickie T.

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

Our stay

Good location to everything we wanted to do. Was everything as advertised Host so accommodating
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

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

good place

enjoyed the location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kasey W.

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

Very accomidating

Great place to stay. Great location. Not very far from balloon fest. Second time to book here for the balloon festival.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANALYDIA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The casita was perfect for our 3 night stay. Charming and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

Such a great stay

The owner is so nice and accommodating. The property is nice, quiet, and secluded. It's the perfect place to stay instead of a noisy hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana N Troy B.

Perfect Casita for a quick get away!

Lovely Casita for a romantic weekend or if you just need a get away! Very private, clean and a true feel of authenticity of the local culture! Excellent food and shopping within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

Such a cute place to stay

I am in Albuquerque often, and I stay here every chance I get. It is so lovely, quiet and private. All the amenities that I need. The host is so nice and gracious. I could not ask for a better place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Nice casita

We stayed in the casita for four nights. We never had any issues during our stay. The casita was well equipped for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kasey W.

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

Balloon Festival

Property was just perfect for 2 people. Easy come and go and quiet. Felt very safe. Just down the road from the balloon fest.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ernest L.

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

Cute

Perfect for my needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Short work trip

Easy to get to. Just north of Albuquerque. Cute little town. The casita was just fine for the 3 nights I was in town. Clean, neat, everything I needed was there. I will stay again, next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

A wonderfully relaxing casita at a VERY affordable price!

We found this casita to be very comfortable and well appointed. It is not a large space, but the furnishing and decor have come together to create a warm and engaging place to stay. Everything was very clean and in great condition, and Fawn, her son, and the folks "next door" were helpful and attentive to any needs we had. We highly recommend this casita and plan to stay again. Definitely check out the Range Cafe across the street, and enjoy the proximity of Albuquerque and Santa Fe so nearby.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Diane s.

Cute adobe casita near everything

We spent a week in this great casita near Albuquerque/Santa Fe. The train station was only a few minutes walk from the casita and runs to both cities. We took it into Santa Fe for the farmers market and to shop at the Plaza. It is walking distance to a good eating place - "the Range". The place had everything we needed and was quiet, comfortable and cozy. Truly enjoyed it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

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

Thoughtfully stocked

We were impressed by the well supplied kitchen and the extensive toiletries in the bathroom. I forgot my razor and sure enough there were two fresh ones!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was perfect for my husband and me. Quick 10 minute drive to Balloon Festiva. Bed comfy, full kitchen. Clean. Quiet. Lots of snacks and water in fridge. Lots of room for us. At least 2 great restaurants we walked to from the location. Definitely would come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Cute studio casita close to Albuquerque!

We had a great time in the Albuquerque area for the Balloon Fiesta and Annular Solar Eclipse! This cute casita was perfect for my husband and I! Fawn sent great instructions for checking in and was very responsive to our request to check out a little later, which allowed us some time to rest after an early morning going to the Balloon Fiesta! There were some nice snacks waiting for us in the casita, which were very much appreciated during our car rides around the area. I would definitely recommend this place to family and friends and I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Pam F.

Pam F.

We spent 5 days in this cute and functional little Casita. Truly, this is all you need if you plan on discovering The Land of Enchantment! Very close to Santa Fe and Albuquerque by car or The Rail Runner. so many sites to see! Do not miss Tent Rocks! Icredibly gorgeous! The owner, Fawn is a peach and available anytime! Thanks Fawn for making this darling Casita so cozy and affordable!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Victoria G.

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

All the Ambience of a quintessential casita was on the Exterior!

This casita was a good size for 2 people, however it lacked in the kind of esthetics you want went traveling i.e. the rich flavor of the culture. Instead we got a vibe of a hodgepodge of furniture (no comfortable chair for reading ) Bedding, linens and accessories were not at all quality goods. Disappointing for such a potentially lovely casita.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Cozy Casita

We were in Bernalillo to attend a wedding and were able to have a long weekend for it. We stayed in this charming casita, and were so happy to have found such a clean, cozy, and quiet place to stay. It was so quaint and comfortable. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything we needed to prepare a meal should we want to and the bathroom and shower was nicely tiled and stocked. We walked to the Range Cafe for a delicious, southwest breakfast every morning. Our trip was filled with social engagements related to the wedding and we, regretfully, did not have the time to see more of the shops and activities within the local vicinity. We are definitely going to return for a leisurely stay without time restraints and responsibilities. The owner, Fawn, assured us she was available for anything we needed and was so hospitable and gracious. I can't wait to return.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Casita Stay

My husband and I just returned from a trip to New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, and Colorado. It was our first time using VRBO and I thought I'd give it a try. I've always wanted to visit NM and stay in an Adobe bldg. to fully "experience" the Land of Enchantment so we stayed in Fawn's Authentic Adobe Casita rental for three nights. Wonderful experience!!!!! We had everything we needed, including a fun welcoming basket of wine and snacks. We had a car rental, but loved using the rail runner when visiting the Santa Fe area (train depot is very close by and easy to use). We took walks around town each day, ate at the Range Café (excellent food), plus there is a Denny's and KFC for something quick while on the go. We enjoyed ourselves immensely! We felt very safe. The people around this quaint little town were friendly and helpful. Fawn was such a joy to meet and very attentive to our needs. Her talented son has an art shop next door to our casita and introduced himself right away and welcomed us. Honestly, it was like having family nearby. The breathtaking views of the Sandia Mountains in the background made Bernalillo the perfect start to our travel adventure! We would highly recommend this adobe casita to anyone who is traveling as a couple or alone. We hope to go back there again at some point. Loved our time there! Thanks Fawn!!!!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila D.

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

Just right for my needs

Grocery was a handy walk. Good restaurant was a handy walk. Place was well enough and simply appointed. Could use some soft seating - but it just wasn’t a big deal. One hiccup with the front door getting jammed, but a quick text and it was handled. With a sense of humor by all.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawnna M.

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

Great Little Casita!

We stayed at this property as we were preparing for a move to our new home. We stayed for 6 weeks and it was perfect for what we needed. The property is nice & Fawn is awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawnna M.

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

Great Little Casita!

This stay was transitional for us before moving to our new place. We stayed for 6 weeks and it was awesome and what we needed! Fawn is great and the Casita was so cute!!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Fawn Dolan

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I am a Native New Mexican of American Indian & Hispanic descent & I'm part Irish, thus the surname! New Mexico has been my playground for 60+ years. There is still much to discover, so planning a trip to New Mexico for a week or two cannot do justice to all it offers but to be here, for any length of time, is a must! Bernalillo is a rural community that is now surrounded by the metropolitan areas of Albuquerque and Rio Rancho. Bernalillo still has a small town feel to it even though it has grown expotentiallay since we bought the property in 1996. I am personally, professionally & economically vested in the area and love showing & sharing my playground with people who want to experience the Land of Enchantment and its treasures. Antiquing is my hobby. My antique store, Camino Real Antiques, is celebrating its 20th year in business this August & is in walking distance from the casita! I also love fishing, biking, golfing, bowling, dancing and bike riding. All of these activities are available year round in our fair town, city, state.
I have travelled around the world and am always eager to come home to the four seasons, the granduer of the Sandia Mountains, the smell of green chile roasting, the site of hot air balloons and to the simple pleasures of a slower pace. I look forward to sharing my love of New Mexico with you & yours.

Why they chose this property

This property has been in Bernalillo since the 1800's and reflects the simple lifestyle of early residents. We purchased the property in 1996. The previous owners have a long history in Bernaillo and have left a positive mark in the town. Once a doctor's office, then a storage shed, then a beauty shop, it was remodeled in October 2012. Its transformation into a casita is the best use of this space yet. It is welcoming, practical, inviting and affordable. The casita is quiet, safe and while centrally located, you are still set apart from the hubbub of city life. You'll be the envy of all your friends when you book your stay here!

What makes this property unique

As you walk in the front door, its charm welcomes you. Friends & family who have entered the premises sigh a breath of relief just to be in its cool, calm confines. Drop your bags, lay on the bed & kick your feet up. There are NO distractions from relaxing! Walk downtown to shops & restaurants, hop on the Rail Runner, or jump in your car and head north, south, east or west on the interstate or on any number of scenic byways! You are on your way to exploring Sandoval County & more.

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