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River Ridge Retreat: Cozy yet modern with private hot tub and amazing views. Dog friendly.

Cabin in Ruidoso with kitchen and balcony

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Welcome to River Ridge Retreat!
Welcome to River Ridge Retreat!
Welcome to River Ridge Retreat!
The wildlife welcomes you!
Walkway to the back yard

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4113.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Pillow's Funtrackers
  • Place, Wingfield Park
  • Place, Grindstone Lake
  • Airport, Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Hall bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

River Ridge Retreat: Cozy yet modern with private hot tub and amazing views. Dog friendly.

River Ridge Retreat: Your Secluded Mountainside Hideaway

Escape to River Ridge Retreat where nature's beauty and cozy comforts come together for the perfect getaway! Perched atop a hill with a stunning view of Midtown Ruidoso and the distant mountains, this charming 2-bedroom cabin offers the best of both worlds—seclusion and convenience. Just minutes from downtown, but tucked away on the ridge, you'll enjoy the soothing sounds of the Rio Ruidoso River below and the tranquil mountain air.

Begin each day basking in the warmth of the oversized sunroom, sipping your morning coffee while soaking in the breathtaking views. Snuggle up next to the gas fireplace as the mountain vistas greet you, or head outside to fire up the grill and dine al fresco while taking in the natural surroundings. When evening falls, unwind in the private hot tub on the lower deck—secluded from neighbors but still open to the gorgeous sights around you.

Ideal for a small family retreat or a romantic getaway, River Ridge Retreat has plenty of charm and character packed into its cozy 1,224 square feet. The two themed bedrooms and mountain-inspired décor throughout the home make it a unique and delightful space to relax and recharge. Plus, your furry friends are welcome too! With a fenced-in backyard and a few walking paths, your dogs will enjoy the adventure just as much as you.

River Ridge brings comfort, charm, and natural beauty together in one peaceful package. Let the sounds of the river and the mountain breezes carry your cares away—this is the retreat you've been waiting for!

PLEASE NOTE: Only a window AC unit in the living room.

Ruidoso, Alto, and surrounding areas: Submerse yourself within the towering pines of Lincoln County and watch local wildlife such as elk, deer, wild horses, turkey, birds, and more in their natural habitats. Plan a day basking in the stillness of our national forest while hiking, biking, or fishing, golfing at one of our multiple golf courses or spend a fun night out on the town at one of the area's local attractions! Be sure to swim or fish at the beautiful Grindstone or Alto Lake, delight your senses at Winter Park with roller coaster and tubing, and explore the ski slopes and hiking trails throughout Ski Apache. Win big at one of our three local casinos and enjoy the excitement of live quarter horse racing at Ruidoso Downs Racetrack. Be happy you took a respite from the concrete jungle. Come relax and refresh with us!

Distances to Area Attractions and Travel Time (barring there is not an elk or wild horse traffic jam):
Bonito Lake 16.2 miles; 33 minute drive
Grindstone Lake 2.1 miles; 6 minute drive
Inn of the Mountain Gods 3.8 miles; 8 minute drive
Midtown Shopping District 0.9 miles; 3 minute drive
Ruidoso Downs Racetrack & Casino 4.1 miles; 10 minute drive
Ski Apache Ski Resort 18.9 miles; 42 minute drive
Ruidoso Winter Park/Screaming Eagle Roller Coaster 7.4 miles; 15 minute drive

Please Note: This home is dog-friendly with a limit of 2 dogs. A pet fee of $50.00 (plus tax) per pet applies. Please let us know if you'll be bringing your furry friend so we can make the necessary arrangements. For their safety and comfort, pets are required to be kenneled when left alone in all of our pet-friendly cabins.

Bedding: 1 King, 1 Queen

Please Read: Hummingbird Cabins, LLC is the host and who will provide customer service after you've booked your rental home through VRBO. Therefore, be advised that our cancellation policy, in-house policies, and procedures may differ from VRBO. All guests will receive our Guest License Agreement that outlines our policies and procedures and are asked to initial and e-sign before receiving their rental information (address and access code). We ask that you please read our policies as we will adhere to them once you've booked your reservation with us (even when booking through a 3rd party entity).

The fine print, what to expect: Our cabins include basic cable, satellite or streaming television, basic cooking utensils, propane gas grill (propane provided), washer and dryer (if applicable- please look at the amenities), towels and bed linens for guest use along with heating for winter. Our homes come equipped with either a drip or Keurig coffee maker. *Linens and bath towels *Extra blankets and bedding *Spa towels for properties with spas/hot tubs. While our kitchens are fully equipped with glassware/cookware/utensils/dishes, etc. this does not ensure that all homes will have a blender, crock pot, spices, coffee, or condiments. Please call ahead to confirm if items such as these are available. If not, we ask that you bring your own. Basic toiletries in the Master bathroom only are: *One (1) travel-sized each of shampoo, conditioner, lotion, disposable toothbrush, toothpaste, bar soap, and facial bar soap, *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom. Basic toiletries in all additional bathrooms (if applicable) are: *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom, *one (1) travel-sized bar soap and/or facial soap, *one (1) hairdryer in the home. Basic supplies in the home: *five (5) All-Clear laundry pods, *dish detergent in pod or liquid form (quantities may vary and/or be limited), and three (3) Lemi Shine rinse agent in single-use cups (for homes with dishwashers), *liquid dish soap in (at minimum) a partial container (may only be in homes without dishwashers- check amenities to ensure the home you booked has a dishwasher), *two to three (2-3) rolls of paper towels, *two (2) trash liners in each waste basket; one (1) prepared in a basket and at least one (1) in the bottom or under the sink. We encourage guests to please be mindful of the supplies we provide and always bring extras as housekeeping does not deliver more than what is required to be left in the homes. We highly encourage guests to be prepared with access to chains and/or 4-wheel drive in winter months. Firewood is not provided for homes with wood-burning fireplaces.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Ruidoso

Located in Ruidoso, this cabin is in the mountains. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ruidoso Downs Racetrack or Ruidoso Winter Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ruidoso, NM

What's nearby

  • Pillow's Funtrackers - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Wingfield Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Grindstone Lake - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Ruidoso Convention Center - 5 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Downshift Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Lost Hiker Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Quarters Restaurant and Nightclub - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Ridge Retreat: Cozy yet modern with private hot tub and amazing views. Dog friendly. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at River Ridge Retreat: Cozy yet modern with private hot tub and amazing views. Dog friendly.?

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Ridge Retreat: Cozy yet modern with private hot tub and amazing views. Dog friendly. on 11 Nov 2025 start from AU$520.93, 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 River Ridge Retreat: Cozy yet modern with private hot tub and amazing views. Dog friendly.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Ridge Retreat: Cozy yet modern with private hot tub and amazing views. Dog friendly.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River Ridge Retreat: Cozy yet modern with private hot tub and amazing views. Dog friendly. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Pillow's Funtrackers, Wingfield Park and Cree Medows Public Golf Course. The Links at Sierra Blanca and Grindstone Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 69 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and quite stay , needed the rest
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Beautiful views and cabin

Great stay... clean place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaylee K.

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

Great Stay

This place was the perfect size for our family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

W0CK3T

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

Great

The property was very clean and pretty, we absolutely loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ophra L., El Paso

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

Well stocked kitchen

The place is very comfortable for a small family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley L.

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

Ruidosa anniversary trip

House was just right, beautiful views. Then the wildfires came through and we had to leave town. Hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

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

Just what the doctor ordered

Cozy little get away for my family perfect location! Hot tub was perfect after a full day on the mountain. Will be staying here again in the near future
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Terri M.

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

Lovely House

This was our second time staying in this house. It's a lovely house and great that it's dog friendly with a fenced yard. My only complaint would be with the shower. It's all or nothing, you have to have ot turned on all the way or you have no water pressure.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos Q.

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

Awesome

Never had any issues, very clean, amazing and beautiful cabin. Will return again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

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

Nice stay.

Nice smaller cabin. Good forest view off the back. Only neighbor is to one side. Bed was comfortable so that is a bonus. Hot tub was pre-warmed and clean. The yard is very steep downhill. So much so it's not a place for small children to play in.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Beautiful Cabin & View

We loved River Ridge Retreat! Fabulous Cabin with a beautiful view from the top of the ridge, fully fenced in yard, and perfect hot tub to end the day! Very clean, perfect size for a family of 4 (and dogs too), additional sunroom is a delight. Close to everything in Ruidoso with great TV/internet at Cabin, yet feel like you're in the woods. Had a great spring break with both sun and snow. (High winds one night snapped front board off wooden gate and management company responsive to call as well.) Would definitely stay again. Thank You!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed this cabin. The directions were helpful as google maps did not send us to the right place. The cabin had everything that was needed. We enjoyed the hot tub and the deck, and most importantly, the view!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very comfortable and in a beautiful location. Our only problem was following GOOGLE directions. We ended up down in the middle of the flood damage! Everyone should use the directions supplied by Hummingbird to get there safely! It was a great trip. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis C.

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

Great stay

Loved the location, amenities, and amazing view from the back porch while we relaxed in the hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aeriel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views and cozy home!! Great location!! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mackenzie L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When we first arrived, I was disappointed by how dusty many surfaces and parts of the floor seemed. The keurig and coffee maker looked like they also needed a good cleaning and the floor of the shower had dark streaks. I later discovered the toilet was not thoroughly cleaned when looking at it from the side while the lid is up. Lastly, me and my husband wished there had been curtains or blinds for the front door and kitchen window. It felt creepy at night knowing someone could easily be looking in. I appreciated most of the back windows having shades, though.While these issues need to be dealt with on the behalf of future users, the house ended up being quite a treat. It felt more private, just as was promised, even though it was in a neighborhood. It was mostly quiet (aside from construction), and was just what we needed. The hot tub was awesome, once we kind of figured it out. The bed was comfortable! We could not figure out the fireplace, though it was not pressing since it was the summer. We called in about it our first night and the lady who answered said she would write it down. I cannot remember if she said to call back in the morning, but I thought she said we would be contacted that next day. I never heard anything back from them during our stay. But it seemed a minor problem.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dustin C.

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

Not Good

We did not get to come due to a family emergency and no one cared about even trying to help with a refund when we really needed the money back. So we pretty much just paid for nothing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Carol D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location

Not For Older Adults

On the plus side: The cabin itself was as advertised. Clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the cowboy theme. Our dog was well-confined and enjoyed the fenced back yard.On the down side: Access to the cabin was complicated by the neighborhood and it's location. Much of the surrounding property was rundown or overgrown.Being older adults we found the uneven flagstone walks posed a fall-hazard. The lot next door was littered with trash The hot tub area was uninviting to say the least. There were many electronic devices throughout the cabin but almost no access to actual TV programs etc. If you can't do stairs well you are confined to the interior and the front walkway.This is a nice cabin in a poor location with come up-grades needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was as described. Cozy, quiet neighborhood and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

K G.

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

Fun place

Pretty good for dogs
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

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

Cabin

It was a wonderful and relacing stay. The cabin was comfortable and warm. Will definitely try to ise the same place when we visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

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

Cozy Cabin in the woods

We absolutely loved the River Ridge Retreat. The cabin was perfect for our little family stay. The fireplace was great. We enjoyed having a hot tub and the location felt secluded and private in the woods but still convenient and close to town. Beautiful views every morning and we got to enjoy the snow in the mountains! The hill getting to the cabin is really steep on one side but the other side of the street was easier to navigate in the snow and ice. Just know there are two ways up and down and believe the listing when they tell you to use chains and/or 4wd. We have a 1 ton diesel truck with 4wd so we did not have any issues. My husband and kiddo really enjoyed the area and especially the Winter Park with snow tubing so we hope to be back soon and would stay at this cabin again if available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Beautiful property

House is very nice. The code was never sent to me so I had to text the host for it. Then they texted the incorrect code. So we had to call and they gave the correct code. Once we got into the house it was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

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

Loved the cabin!

We will definitely be back! Great cabin for our weekend getaway. View from the hot tub was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Hummingbird Cabins

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Hummingbird Cabins offers quality vacation rental cabins, homes, and property management services in Ruidoso and throughout Lincoln County, New Mexico.

Ruidoso is a beautiful mountain village in Southeastern New Mexico. Although the activities may seem endless year around, our visitors report their favorite activity to be relaxing while enjoying our cool pines and beautiful mountain views. Ruidoso is famous the world over for being the home of the richest quarter horse race; The All American Futurity. Live racing occurs each summer between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Wintertime activities includes Ski Apache which is the Southernmost ski resort providing the warmest weather skiing and snowboarding to be found. Hummingbird Cabins is committed to providing our customers with the highest level of personal care and service. We are at your service and welcome you to our mountain paradise.

Please read: Hummingbird Cabins, LLC is the host and who will provide customer service after you've booked your rental home through VRBO. Therefore, be advised that our cancellation policy as well as our inhouse policies and procedures may differ from VRBO. All guests will receive our Guest License Agreement that outline our policies and procedures and are asked to initial and e-sign before receiving their rental information (address and access code). We ask that you please read our policies as we will adhere to them once you've booked your reservation with us (even when booking through a 3rd party entity).

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