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'The Pines' Is The Perfect Log Cabin Getaway In The Beautiful Jemez Mtns.

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Our favorite hangout. The porch with a view.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6144 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Jemez Springs, NM
  • McCauley Hot Spring
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Jemez Mountains
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Fenton Lake State Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Los Alamos, NM (LAM-Los Alamos County)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

The Bird Room

1 Double Bed

The Flower Room

1 Queen Bed

The Log Cabin Room

1 Queen Bed

The Western Room

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Lodge look bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Vintage travel theme bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

'The Pines' Is The Perfect Log Cabin Getaway In The Beautiful Jemez Mtns.

Relax at this quaint but spacious 1950's log cabin nestled in the Ponderosa pines at nearly 8,000 feet.
You won't want to leave the front porch with its view of a relaxing meadow and towering Redondo Peak. Oh, and your senses will be filled with the beauty of the pines. We even provide the coffee for your cozy mornings on the porch.

The four bedrooms sleep six comfortably, but which room will you choose? The Bear room? Flower room? Bird room? or Western room? They are all decorated just for you.

The Pines is located within 2 miles of trout fishing, hiking, a convenience store, liquor store and Spence Hot Springs. It's just a short drive to Jemez Falls, Soda Dam, Fenton Lake, Valles Calderas and the town of Jemez Springs.

This updated cabin is stocked with Internet, toys, a record player, records and flat screen TV with 150 DVDs ready to watch. A landline phone with unlimited calls (within the US) is available since cell phone service is sketchy in the area.

The property has a propane grill and two fireplaces - one electric and one wood-burning. Stocked with most cooking utensils and appliances and even some basic condiments, you'll be cooking up a storm in no time. A clothes dryer is available for use, but there is no wasger it dishwasher, so roll up your sleeves.

The cabin is the perfect place for a family gathering, small group get-together, or a couple's romantic getaway. Snuggled at the end of a neighborhood, we ask that you respect our neighbors by keeping the noise down.

You may see an elk, bobcat or deer mosey through the area. But don't leave food outside, because bears visit too.

Remember - this is a rustic, 66-year-old log cabin in the middle of the woods. It is not a pristine city resort. That's why it's so charming.

Property manager

Martha Landes
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Watch children and have them respect the property.
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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
No fires anywhere except in the fireplace.
Adults should read the Welcome booklet for important information and rules. No more than 6 people on the property at any time without prior approval.
If anything is amiss upon arrival, please contact Martha at xxx-xxx-xxxx

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Jemez Springs

Located in Jemez Springs, this cabin is in the mountains. Janecka Collection Art Gallery and Los Alamos Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Jemez Springs Bath House and Bradbury Science Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Jemez Springs, NM

What's nearby

  • McCauley Hot Spring - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Jemez Mountains - 14 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Fenton Lake State Park - 18 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Giggling Springs Hot Springs - 19 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Valles Caldera National Preserve - 19 min drive - 22.8 km

Getting around

  • Los Alamos, NM (LAM-Los Alamos County) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ridgeback Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nomad Mountain Pizza - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'The Pines' Is The Perfect Log Cabin Getaway In The Beautiful Jemez Mtns. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'The Pines' Is The Perfect Log Cabin Getaway In The Beautiful Jemez Mtns.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'The Pines' Is The Perfect Log Cabin Getaway In The Beautiful Jemez Mtns.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 'The Pines' Is The Perfect Log Cabin Getaway In The Beautiful Jemez Mtns. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of McCauley Hot Spring, Battleship Rock and Jemez Mountains. Soda Dam Hot Springs and Jemez Historic Site are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Molly B.

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

Relaxing and well-equipped!

There were four of us family members who enjoyed having The Pines as our home base while enjoying the area and each other. Great music collection! Well- equipped kitchen, lovely and relaxing porch with great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great for groups, beautiful setting!

Went up for 3 days over Thanksgiving holiday with my Mom, my daughter and our dear friend visiting us from CA. The Pines is cozy, spacious and lovely to come home to after a day out exploring. It is a cozy cabin with lots of great DVD's! The Pines is a short 8 mile drive west of the town of Jemez Springs, so be sure to bring all of the food that you'd like to prep and eat. The kitchen is well-appointed. There is a liquor store and now a small convenience store not too far from the neighborhood, just basics. The area is full of trees and beautiful views, plus a small grouping of neighbors that are not too close but around if you need 'em! I highly recommend having a soak at the Jemez Bath House and the pizza and brews at the Jemez Mountain Brewhouse, but maybe not on the same day!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

debra m.

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

Friends Adventure

Excellent place to stay with a beautiful location. Owner had great communication skills.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica P.

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

Fall Get Away

My husband and I had a wonderful weekend in the Jemez Mountains. The cabin is short drive away from the Valles Caldera National Preserve, Fenton Lake and Jemez Springs. We enjoyed going for drives down forest roads to see the lovely fall colors of the aspen leaves, oak, and wood vine. We had a great dinner at the Jemez Mountain Brewhouse and loved watching the sun rise and set from the porch of the cabin. Lots of wildlife to see and enjoy! The cabin is cozy for two or spacious of a family of five. We love our time at the Pines and visit often.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kim L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

New Mexico Hidden Treasures

We liked the cabin and the its location. We enjoyed watching the deers wandering around the cabin without a care. Apart from the heater incident and without a washer machine, the cabin is well equipped for a group of 8 adults. The host was very responsive and cooperative. We very much appreciated her attention to the issues encountered during our stay. We'd like to suggest that the host should remove many items in the refrigerator/cabinets in order to make space for guests' supplies. The area, Jemez Springs, offers many hiking trails, hot springs and water falls. All hidden among the pine trees.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry W.

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

Great place to stay!

Our family stayed here for several days to enjoy the beautiful Jemez mountains. We had a nice vacation and enjoyed the cabin. The host was very accommodating and easy to work with. She responded to my questions quickly.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Best Cabin

We have stayed here 8 of the past 9 years. Cabin meets our needs perfectly. Martha is a very accommodating host. Will continue to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

EUGENE D.

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

Awesome!

Beautiful location and the cabin is really comfortable and lots of land. Kids were able to play on the large property and we could enjoy the view. Wonderful time. Great cabin for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica P.

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

Lovely Birthday Weekend

Amazing, restful weekend. The cabin is lovely as always closely located to all the activities I love in the Jemez. I enjoy coming home to the cabin every time I am there. Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gil

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

Peaceful and pleasant

Loved the record collection! We jammed out while we enjoyed fresh pine mountain air. The sounds of the rain and thunder put us to sleep each night, which was a wonderful unexpected surprise. Many adventures were had, core memories made for our little ones. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette F.

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

Jemez Beauty and Comfort

The cabin was in a beautiful location with amazing views. It was comfortable and roomy for 4 adults. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils as well as spices and condiments. The only improvement we noticed was in lighting. Especially when working on puzzles, of course we are all over 50, so that is part of it. We would all like to stay here again for a long weekend and it has already been recommended to several friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Daddy’s 93rd birthday!

Loved the cabin and the way it is decorated. My father wanted let you know that you are a “classy lady.” He loved loved looking at deer and the birds from the porch. He slept in the bird room and enjoyed it. Close to everything, hikes, fishing, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica P.

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

Weekend Getaway

Wonderful time in the Jemez Mountains. Love staying at this cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginny P.

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

Like going to Grandma's house.

Very easy to relax and unwind. Location perfect for short fishing excursions around the Jemez. Kitchen is stocked with everything. Just bring food. The house is stocked with all kinds of activities to keep you entertained. Perfect for family event or small group gathering. The best part was eating on the porch! Thank you, Martha and Daniel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

The Pines is amazing

Had a great time and hope to return soon
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

The Cabin is heaven

My group has stayed here every year since 2016 except 1 when I did not make the reservation in time. The Cabin fits our needs perfectly with 4 bedrooms, a large central living area, two bathrooms and a porch with a fantastic view to the north. We can see Redondo Peak from the porch and can watch the bats come out at dusk. It is typically quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Dianna B.

Liked: Check-in, location

Did what I needed

I got this cabin because my daughter from Florida and her family were coming to Albuquerque. I wanted to visit with them. My other daughter who lives in Denver came with me with her three kids. I felt like we were being spied on with the ring doorbell. I had them over for dinner so we could all visit and get together and it was brought to my attention that only eight people were allowed on the premises. There were only five of us a two year old, which I got charged extra for that stayed at the house because I originally put four people, so I ended up paying over $1000 to stay there. There was a mouse in the house that got entire food. There were dead bugs in the windowsills and dust all over the place. The place needs a thorough cleaning, we left it in better shape, cleaning wise than white. It was when I got there. Also, I was told that the wash machine went bad and so there was no wash machine for us to use. Be careful because this property is on a septic system, and that seems to be an issue with the owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John O.

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

Large, comfortable in great setting.

Spacious and comfortable. Nice bedrooms. Short drives to many recreation and points of interest. Wi-fi worked well. This is a true vacation cabin like I the ones I grew up with.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seth B.

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

Lovely cabin in the most gorgeous setting

Cabin was great. The area so relaxing. Couldn’t ask for any more
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica P.

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

Mountain Getaway

Really love our time at the cabin. The humming birds were wonderful. We love the views and taking walks. Looking forward to our next time there. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

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

Enjoyed this cabin in the Jemez

Our two families enjoyed the cabin for a long weekend. Great fun for young kids and adults, relaxing patio, well supplied kitchen, furnishings, etc. Some spiderwebs and insects in and around the cabin, as one would expect for a wooded cabin location. Terrific communication from owner on access, details on cabin, and check-in, check-out,
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jeanette H.

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

Great Cabin-Great Location

We enjoyed our stay at The Pines. Nice quiet location in the woods. Enjoyed the movies, records, car port and front porch. We sat most evenings on the front porch watching the hummingbirds come and go. The cabin was spacious and well appointed with most everything you would need. The only disappointment was the cleanliness of the cabin, we appreciated the host being attentive to that and making it right for us. Would stay here again should we find ourselves in Jemez.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Such a beautiful cabin

We really enjoyed our vacation at the pines. Cozy and fit all our needs. We made such great memories. We will definitely book this cabin again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annika S.

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

Cabin Weekend

This cabin is great if you are looking for a peaceful retreat in the woods!! Martha is so sweet and the cabin is fully stocked for a weekend of fun relaxation. We grilled, played games, hiked, visited the local hot springs, and enjoyed lots of coffee on the porch. Would highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Gary B.

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

Very cute and quiet.

The surroundings were beautiful. It still snowed in April but the children loved it. Lots of wildlife around and peace and quiet. There is tons to do in Jemes springs and we did most of the recommended hikes. The mountains are breathtaking. The cabin is old but comfortable. It took us a bit to warm it up when we got there. My 3 year old enjoyed the toys that were in the cowboy room and us adults enjoyed the puzzles and the TV.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Martha Landes

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I grew up in Tulsa, Oklahoma, graduated from OU, then was a public school music teacher for 20+ years. We moved to South Dakota for 5 years where my husband was a dean at South Dakota State University and I worked as a community coach, before landing permanently in Rio Rancho, NM in 2011. Now, we both write - he writes screenplays while I write mystery novels. (You might even find copies on the bookshelf)
As a child, my family had a cabin in Missouri that we escaped to on a regular basis. It was always a place to rejuvenate. Now that I'm a New Mexico resident, I can't get back to Missouri very often and missed having that relaxing getaway.
So, we bought this charming log cabin in the Jemez Mountains to do just that. After fixing it up, we decided it needed to be shared with others and are renting The Pines out during the times we aren't enjoying the amazing Jemez Mountains ourselves.
We hope you will consider this relaxing place as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

The Pines is unique in that it feels secluded, but is fairly close to other homes. It's only 50 beautiful miles from Rio Rancho, 60 from Albuquerque and 40 miles from Los Alamos.
The Jemez mountains have so many amazing places to explore. This property is in the perfect location - At 7,850 feet elevation, it's 15 degrees cooler than Albuquerque with no traffic noise, and lots of green surrounding the property.

What makes this property unique

The cozy feel of 'Grandma's House' is what hit me when I first saw this place - with the charming 1950's bones. After updating the property, it is still reminiscent of the old days, but with most of the modern conveniences we are accustomed to now.
We love sitting on the front porch with a drink in hand visiting and watching nature, or take a walk down the gravel road. It's very therapeutic.

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