Looking for a true mountain cabin vacation experience? You’ve found it in Aurora Montealis -- Drink your first cup of coffee each morning out on your sprawling deck with a breathtaking view of Sierra Blanca Peak. Even though you are up in the mountains, you are a relatively short drive from superb restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. It’s hard to imagine a more pleasant place to spend your vacation.
When you first cross the threshold into Aurora Montealis you’ll immediately be struck by two things: your cozy, comfortable great room and the incredible wall of sliding glass doors letting nature’s beauty into the cabin.
Even though you are high in the New Mexico Mountains, at Aurora Montealis you have all the modern conveniences of your everyday life. You’ll have three TVs, three DVD players, and free Wi-Fi within your vacation home. It’s nice to be able to gather your group for movie night and also to check out websites for area attractions right in the comfort of your Aurora Montealis living room.
You also have a gas fireplace that adds to the cozy mountain ambiance of Aurora Montealis, and there’s central air so the home is comfortable in summer. The gravel driveway is steep with two sharp corners. Longer wheelbase vehicles may have to maneuver to make the two switchbacks in the driveway. You can park below and walk up. When you arrive at Aurora Montealis you’ll know it was definitely worth the drive!
Your kitchen and dining room are part of your large great room. Even though you may want to eat many meals out in Ruidoso restaurants, when you want to dine in you’ll find everything you need to prepare your favorite recipes. Just stop by the grocery to pick up food. From prep to serving ware, you’ll find a full complement of pans, dishes, utensils, and appliances. You’ll especially appreciate having a gas stove that gives you better control over your cooking temperatures.
Getting dinner on the table is quick and easy too. The table is just steps from the kitchen and situated right by your beautiful fireplace. What fun you and your guests will have reliving your day’s adventures around this table. This table is also the perfect size for games. Grab a deck of cards and play some Bridge. You also have the option to take your dinner out on the deck where you can enjoy the sights and sounds of the forest. Food always seems to taste better in the great outdoors.
You’ll spend your days golfing at Cree Meadows Golf Course, fishing in Grindstone Lake, shopping in Ruidoso, hiking in the forest, or skiing at Ski Apache Resort. Whatever your chosen activity, when night time comes, you’re bound to be tuckered out. That’s when your primary bedroom will look like a million bucks. Your primary is outfitted with a queen-sized bed and TV perfectly positioned for late night viewing. Of course, you may prefer to spend your last moments before sleep out on the deck watching the stars come out over the forest. You have a sliding glass door from your bedroom to the deck so it’s easy to slip out for a private moment with nature.
Guests will be equally delighted with their sleeping accommodations. In addition to a queen-sized bed, they also have a deck off their bedroom and a ceiling fan to gently stir the air-conditioned air. There’s also a separate sitting area on the second floor with its own TV.
Each bedroom has its own private en-suite with shower/tub combination and a vanity with plenty of space to store toiletries. Aurora Montealis’ washer and dryer, tucked away downstairs, makes keeping everyone in clean clothes so easy. It’s a convenience everyone in your group will appreciate.
Come get away to the mountains for the vacation of a lifetime. The first step is to book your preferred dates today!
Please note that this home has a steep, gravel driveway with two sharp corners. Longer wheelbase vehicles may have to maneuver to make the two switchbacks in the driveway, or park below and walk up. Indoor smoking and pets are prohibited on this property. Please remember that Ruidoso is a mountain town with snow and icy conditions during the winter. This can affect driving and parking conditions regardless of the property, driveway, or roads. 4x4 and chains may be necessary to drive up the driveway during the winter months.
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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
About the area
Ruidoso
Ruidoso is home to this cabin. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Cree Medows Public Golf Course - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
Wingfield Park - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
Grindstone Lake - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
Ruidoso Winter Park - 7 min drive - 9.4 km
Getting around
Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Downshift Brewing Company - 3 min drive
Anaheim Jacks - 3 min drive
Schlotzsky's - 2 min drive
Starbucks - 2 min drive
Casitas Café - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora Montealis | Mountain Views, Fireplace, WiFi pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Aurora Montealis | Mountain Views, Fireplace, WiFi?
As of 21 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aurora Montealis | Mountain Views, Fireplace, WiFi on 17 November 2026 start from NZ$935, 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.
What time is check-in at Aurora Montealis | Mountain Views, Fireplace, WiFi?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Aurora Montealis | Mountain Views, Fireplace, WiFi?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Aurora Montealis | Mountain Views, Fireplace, WiFi located?
Situated in Ruidoso, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Cree Medows Public Golf Course, The Links at Sierra Blanca and Wingfield Park. Ruidoso Convention Center and Grindstone Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Overall great stay and location. Maybe a little tricky driveway. Great views.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience and kind words about your stay and the location. We appreciate your note about the driveway and will keep this in mind as we look for ways to improve access.
Perfect little cabin getaway for us and our little 2-year old.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 December 2025
We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay at our cabin with your little one. Your feedback is greatly appreciated! Should there be any areas for improvement, we'll certainly look into them. Thank you for choosing our property for your getaway.
We were visiting Ruidoso for the first time related to the Ironman triathlon and really enjoyed our stay at the Aurora Montealis cabin. The views were beautiful and it felt very tranquil being higher up the mountain/hill. The cabin was well equipped for all of our needs. As the owners have warned in their listing, the driveway is step and has several sharp switchbacks. Long vehicles will have a difficult time and would definitely need 4-wheel drive and/or chains in the winter. We were in a 2-wheel drive Suburban and we managed but it took a bit of work. Highly recommend this place and would be happy to return for another stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback and for recommending the cabin. We are very glad you enjoyed the tranquil setting, views, and found the cabin well equipped for your stay. We appreciate your detailed comments about the driveway and vehicle access, and we will continue to look into how we present and manage this information for future guests. We would be happy to welcome you back on a future visit to Ruidoso.
Our stay was amazing! Though we spent very little in the cabin as we went sight seeing all three days until late evening. However, the balcony late in the evening and the early morning was PRICELESS! The views, smells, and tranquillity we experienced was the best medicine for our souls. Thank You!
One of the BEST places ever! Views were absolutely amazing! Home was clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We are thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience and that the property met all your needs. It's our goal to provide our guests with a comfortable and memorable stay, so we're delighted to know that we succeeded. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back in the future.
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Ruth C.
26 May 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
The cabin had all the necessities. The furnishings are a little outdated. The cabin feels undeveloped while walking around. The view was the best thing. The driveway was very steep and had two hairpin turns. We didn’t know this until just before we got there. We have a full size suv and weren’t able to make the second turn. We had to walk our luggage up the final incline. We didn’t feel comfortable driving up and down this driveway.
Thank you for the positive review of your stay at our cabin. We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful weekend and that our cabin met your expectations. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, as it helps us to continually improve the experience for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Our stay was awesome. The house was amazing. The drive way is a little extra but we enjoyed our time very much. We would rent again for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2025
Thank you for the fantastic review of your stay. We are delighted to hear that you had an amazing time and enjoyed the property. Your kind words are much appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Your feedback helps us continue to provide a wonderful experience for our guests.
Quiet and easy to get to town. Amazing sunsets and lots of space too
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May 2024
Kimberly,
Thank you for staying and reviewing Aurora Montealis. We are pleased that you were able to relax during your visit. We look forward to your next stay.
Thank you,
Ruidoso Vacation Rentals
The house was very inviting. The switch back was a little tricky at first but got hang of it quickly. It was the perfect get away! I would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! I'm glad to hear that you found the house inviting and were able to get the hang of the switchback quickly. It's always great to hear that a guest has had a perfect getaway experience and would consider staying with us again. Your feedback is truly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
The house was great but the driveway was a little scary. The view was great and the neighborhood was quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2025
Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that you enjoyed the house and the view. We will look into the driveway to see if any improvements can be made to address your concerns. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we hope you had a pleasant stay overall.
Perfect place for 4! Everything was great especially the views. Drive way a little tricky.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're delighted to hear that you and your group enjoyed your stay and found the views to be exceptional. We appreciate your feedback about the driveway, and we will be sure to address this for future guests. We hope you had a wonderful time and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Thank you,
Ruidoso Vacation Rentals
Good place/locationGutters over entrance needed to be cleaned to help getting in during rain
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your suggestion about the gutters over the entrance. We will look into addressing this issue to help improve the experience for our customers during inclement weather. Your input is valuable, and we are committed to continuously enhancing our facilities to better serve our community. We hope you will visit us again soon.
Beautiful location! Lots of wildlife (deer, elk, many different kinds of birds. Quiet area. Close to town but not too close! Cabin is very nice! Clean and well stocked. I look forward to my next stay!
The house was beautiful! It met all expectations. It snowed one day and we were greeted by an elk that morning outside the front door. We would very much consider staying there again. Thank you Condotel.
I enjoyed our stay. It was beautiful, calm, and quiet. The cabin was clean. We enjoyed ourselves and it was very relaxing.
The only thing I would have enjoyed more is, if there was a fire pit outside. It’s a beautiful view and it would have been nice to be sitting out there cozy and warm.
Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Catherine C.
6 July 2025
Liked: Check-in
Great views with challenging driveway
This is a nice house with fabulous decks and splendid mountain views. We were greeted by elk and deer in the mornings. Kitchen is well stocked and bed is comfortable. The gravel driveway requires several maneuvers to traverse successfully. It includes three sharp, z-shaped switchbacks, so make sure your driving skills are up to par if you want to stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2025
Thank you for the thoughtful review of our mountain retreat. We appreciate you highlighting the scenic beauty and comfortable amenities. The gravel driveway can indeed be challenging, and we're glad you were able to navigate it successfully. We strive to provide a serene and enjoyable experience for all our guests, and your feedback helps us continuously improve. We hope you had a wonderful stay, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Was supposed to be 2 nights we only got one. Bad winds kept us from traveling on Friday. Finally arrived Saturday. Great relaxing day and evening!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2025
Thank you for your review. I'm sorry to hear that the weather conditions prevented you from staying for the full two nights as planned. I'm glad to know that you still had a great time relaxing during your one-night stay. We appreciate you taking the time to provide this feedback, and we hope you'll consider visiting us again in the future.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Phyllis E.
5 October 2016
Professional Registration for a Beautiful Location
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I enjoyed my birthday at Aurora Montealis. The accommodations were spot on for what my cousin and I needed. We had access to everything Ruidoso had to offer for this weekend in October. I can't wait for my next visit. Thank you for your place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Hi, Lynn. Thank you for taking the time to submit a review and give us such positive feedback. We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay at Aurora Montealis, and we look forward to seeing you again soon here in the mountains of Ruidoso! Sincerely, The Condotel Staff
Nice property for 4 people to stay in. Overall clean property and comfortable.
For me there were too many different emails coming from different companies involved from reservations, checkin/out and the property management. Would be less confusing if only one company contacted renter.
Kitchen had basics, but could be a bit better stocked for cooking basic breakfast and dinner items. Had to use the broiler pan to make some biscuits as there was nothing else.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 December 2024
Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that you found the property clean and comfortable for your group. We will look into streamlining the communication process to provide a more seamless experience. As for the kitchen, we will consider adding a few more essential items to better accommodate cooking needs. Your input helps us improve the overall quality of our offerings. We hope you had an enjoyable stay and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Nicki S.
13 August 2018
Great place
We enjoyed staying here. We have stayed many different places in Ruidoso and enjoyed the central location of this cabin. As others have said the driveway is very steep! It rained a lot while we were there and caused ruts that just made the driveway even harder to get up and down. Good thing we had a Jeep. I would Not recommend staying here if you don’t have a 4 wheel drive. This cabin is in a neighborhood in town right off of the main road so it is not secluded or very quiet. One of the neighbors had a motorcycle so it was a fairly noisy area.
But other than that and the driveway it was a great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
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