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Southwestern dream vacation--amazing views by day and night!

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View of the Organ Mountains from side patio
Exterior
Interior detail
Interior
Living room gas fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Las Cruces, NM
  • Dripping Springs Natural Area
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • New Mexico State University
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Las Cruces, NM (LRU-Las Cruces Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

King

1 King Bed

Queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Guest bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Southwestern dream vacation--amazing views by day and night!

Our comfy beautiful home has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, and can sleep up to 8 including the sleeper sofa in the living room. The hand-crafted dining table seats 6 and there is additional seating on 3 bar stools at the kitchen island. The home is nestled in the Organ Mountains outside of Las Cruces, NM. You will be stunned anew every morning when you wake up to the incredible mountain views, and then stay up late to watch the stars from one of the outdoor porch seating areas. If it's nice outside enjoy using our outdoor grill (additional charge; see notes), and if it's chilly relax inside in front of the gas fireplace. You'll be surrounded by nature and so close to so many parks and hiking trails, while also being a short drive from Las Cruces to experience delicious southwestern food and culture. Take a break from hectic life and take a deep breath of desert mountain air!

Note the house does have cable and internet, but we are out in the mountains and they are satellite only--so it can be spotty! If you are looking for the best place to spend a week in online meetings this may not be it. If you're coming to enjoy the great outdoors while still catching up on some emails and maybe enjoy some streaming at night, come on over!

Within about one hour of so many amazing day trips: 
-White Sands National Park
-Hatch (Chile capital of the world!)
-New Mexico Museum of Space History
-New Mexico pistachio and wine country
-ghost towns like Lake Valley and more

And just a few hours more to well known spots like:
-Guadalupe Mountains National Park
-Carlsbad Caverns
-Lincoln National Forest and ski towns like Ruidoso
-Gila National Forest
-Albuquerque
-Santa Fe
-Chaco Culture National Historical Park

Please, no pets and ABSOLUTELY no smoking! Any indication of having smoked or bringing pets will result in an additional cleaning fee.

NOTE: when you make your booking, you will be asked to view our standard short term rental agreement. Once your booking is sent to me, I will email you with a link to go in and sign the agreement. It is the exact same one that you see when booking and there will be no surprises. I reserve the right to cancel the booking if the contract is not returned signed. Please feel free to ask any questions about it! It's for both of our safety and security and I'm happy to chat about the details.

Property manager

Kathryn Baruja
Premier Host

Languages

Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please turn the temperature up to 80 degrees on both thermostats before leaving.
Please take out the trash and recycling per the rules in the instructions/posted in the house.
Please put towels/linens in laundry room before leaving, and dirty dishes in the dishwasher. If you have detergent, please start cycles.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Las Cruces

Located in Talavera, a neighbourhood in Las Cruces, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. NMSU Tennis Center and Sonoma Ranch Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Museum of Nature & Science and Stahmanns Country Store. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Pan American Center or Aggie Memorial Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Las Cruces, NM

What's nearby

  • Dripping Springs Natural Area - 8 min drive - 4.2 km
  • New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum - 14 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Mesilla Valley Mall - 19 min drive - 15.2 km
  • MountainView Regional Medical Center - 19 min drive - 15.9 km
  • New Mexico State University - 20 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Las Cruces, NM (LRU-Las Cruces Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Santa Fe Grill Catering - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Chinese Kitchen - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Players Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Museum Grill - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Southwestern dream vacation--amazing views by day and night! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Southwestern dream vacation--amazing views by day and night!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southwestern dream vacation--amazing views by day and night!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Southwestern dream vacation--amazing views by day and night! located?

Located in Talavera, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Dripping Springs Natural Area, New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum and Memorial Medical Center. Advanced Care Hospital of Southern New Mexico and MountainView Regional Medical Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd A.

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

Family getaway..

Perfect size house for us..quiet and had all the amenities. The only negative is the long rough gravel road/driveway.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome space with beautiful views. Our hosts also provided extras to enjoy the outdoor attractions. We took full use of the discs to go sliding at White Sands and the hiking sticks were a perfect companion for that early morning hike on the mountain trails.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doreen O.

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

Beautiful home. Comfortable. Well stocked kitchen. Gorgeous views of Organ Mountains.

Perfect spot to stay for a month.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Buffie D.

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

Clean and Great House

This rental was great. Very clean and had everything we needed. Beautiful views of the mountains. Nice and quiet neighborhood. Great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian C.

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

It was a great stay!

I stayed at this property for 5 nights with two others. The property was exactly as listed and the surroundings are beautiful. The check-in and checkout processes were quick and completely painless. I highly recommend this location for anyone looking for solitude and easy access to nature while remaining within easy reach of Las Cruces.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

Delightful dessert oasis

The property is wonderfully maintained and decorated. The furnishing and decor were very tasteful. Kitchen is well stocked with all the essentials. Communication with owner and their property managers was easy and issues were addressed quickly. Location was terrific and provided access to local trails and beyond.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul t.

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

Amazing views

This is a gorgeous home in a stunning location at the base of the Organ Mts. The home was impeccably clean, contained all the amenities we needed to prepare meals and was welcoming and comfortable.Kathryn was a great communicator.communica orththroughout our stay. We highly
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly G., Illinois

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

Perfect spot for our New Mexico family vacation

Clean, well appointed, great location and oh so cute!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

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

Very Nice and Spacious

We went for the weekend and needed a place close to my mom's house. It was very convenient and easy. The house was comfortable, clean and spacious for a family of 4.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

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

Vacation getaway

Vacation getaway with Wife to see childhood friend. Had a great time in New Mexico. House is beautiful. I’m very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

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

Incredible Location

Thank you so much for providing such a wonderful experience. The house amenities were prevalent in every room. The scenery was phenomenal. It exceeded all expectations despite the fact I was already excited about this booking. Keep up the great job.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jacobus cornelis v.

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

Great place with beautifull view on the mountainsr

The house has lot of space. It is a great place to stay. The pictures on the website doesn't reflect how well equipted the house is.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline K.

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

Marvelous stay!

The house is clean, well-maintained, and had a well-stocked kitchen with cooking and serving ware. We found everything we needed for preparing meals at home. The beds were comfortable with soft cotton sheets that provided a good night’s sleep. We enjoyed coffee on the patio in the morning and a glass of wine on the patio in the evening. The house is an easy distance to hiking trails and White Sands National Park. We would definitely stay at Casa Turquesa again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb M.

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

Excellent Location

This was a three generation family gathering to celebrate Christmas. Everything was perfect!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy J.

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

Great house

This spacious 3 bedroom home was well appointed kitchen and amenities. Loved the location in quiet country neighborhood. Loved the outdoor space. The house had a cute southwest vibe with everything you needed. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

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

Mountain View

A lovely home with plenty of room and fantastic views of the mountains and a great fireplace !! Everything you need to be warm and comfortable ! Enjoyed our stay immensely
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Violet A.

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

Xmas

Great home
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura O.

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

Cross country trip

My husband and I took our moms from NC to see NM. The house was amazing and I would rent it again in a heartbeat. Kati was very responsive and the house was immaculate and very comfortable for everyone!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great home and perfect scenery

Everything was great from the moment we arrived. Its has all the things available for our enjoyment. A turn-key home ready to kick back and relax. Thanks a million 🌹
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Beautiful house with a beautiful view.

Location was excellent, you were a short drive from many interesting places to include Hatch NM(Chile capital of the World), White Sands National Park, Alamogordo NM, Old Mesilla Village and Dripping Spring Natural Area just to name a few. Great communications with the owner, she answered all our questions in a timely manner. I would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

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

Mountain Getaway

Beautiful home nestled in the Organ Mountains, decorated with a New Mexico adobe theme. Loved the 2 patios, each with sun exposure at different times of the day and beautiful Mountain Views. Dripping Springs Natural area is 15 minutes away and was our favorite hiking spot. Downtown Los Cruces and the village of Mesilla is about 20 minutes away. There is a neighborhood Walmart 8 miles from the house which was convenient. Had a great stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect Stay

I love it when the property is even nicer than its listing. This is a beautiful home with a beautiful view in a residential neighborhood. Quite large, with room for way more than we had, it's well equipped for cooking, visiting or just relaxing. We largely used it as a base of operations for exploring the area, eating at several of the excellent restaurants around, but maybe next time, we'll just stay in. Katie, the owner and host, was very communicative through email. We felt very well taken care of.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim T., Whitehall, Michigan

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

Perfect location

Location, with the view of the mountains, and the quiet privacy of the neighborhood made this house perfect for us. Kati was very accommodating in working with our changing schedule., due to Covid. The house was very comfortable, clean, and extremely well equipped, including a bird feeder and seeds so we could enjoy the birds.
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacie L.

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

Highly recommend

Very comfortable house, well equipped and well furnished. Bedrooms had very comfortable mattresses and bedding, and the kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. We loved the back porch with the view of the mountains. The location was fabulous- close to hiking, but not too far from Las Cruces downtown. Kati responded very quickly to our questions and needs! Highly recommend.:)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia P.

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

Definitely stay here

The pictures don't do this place justice! If you're in Las Cruces and looking for a place to stay, i highly recommend this location. We had everything we needed and more. The back porch view is so peaceful. The hosts took care of everything we needed. As soon as we walked in, we were all pleased. My in-laws (in their 70s) thanked me multiple times for my selection. We also really appreciated the check-out process. Minimal chores listed. Big fan of that. Will stay here again if we're back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kathryn Baruja

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Why they chose this property

Our family lives overseas for work but wanted to have a home base for when we return to the U.S. We have always loved New Mexico and were delighted to purchase this home in such an amazing part of the state. It has been the perfect dream southwestern home and each time we visit we love to spend our time hiking, wildlife viewing, and eating delicious New Mexican cuisine. This year also happened to be the perfect timing to have a home that's quite socially distanced from anyone else!

What makes this property unique

We love this home and this area for its closeness to both amazing natural adventures and also the "small city" of Las Cruces and all it has to offer. At this time, its location is even more perfect: what better place to avoid the "corona craziness" for a while than a relaxing stay up in the foothills with almost no neighbors nearby??

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Spanish

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