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Peaceful Hilltop Casita w/ Stunning Views, Close to the Historic Plaza

Peaceful Hilltop Casita w/ Stunning Views, Close to the Historic Plaza

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Private kitchen
Living area

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Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 379 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

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Santa Fe, NM
  • Popular LocationCathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanta Fe Plaza5 min drive
  • Popular LocationLoretto Chapel5 min drive
  • AirportSanta Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal)19 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Master bedroom and den

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Peaceful Hilltop Casita w/ Stunning Views, Close to the Historic Plaza

Our casita, Cielito Lindo, is located in exclusive North Hills, situated at an altitude of 7,200 ft. on a serene and beautiful hilltop, three minutes from the historic Santa Fe Plaza, galleries, restaurants, shopping and night life. Experience sunrises and sunsets as you've never seen before. Night is especially magical in North Hills. In the summer, sit outside on your private portal listening to the wind sighing in the piñons. Gaze at stars so bright you can almost touch them. Hear the howl of coyotes in far-off hills and, in between, a serene and profound silence unique to the high desert country of northern New Mexico. In the winter, build a roaring fire in the kiva and snuggle in with a book, music or television or just listen in silence to the crackling fire. Cielito Lindo is a place to reconnect - with yourself and with the world around you.

Situated on a hilltop off a quiet street with private parking, Cielito Lindo offers a cosy, romantic getaway that features a large living room complete with a Kiva fireplace, 50" TV, and stereo system. Enjoy home cooked meals from the spacious fully equipped kitchen or take a short walk down to the plaza for shopping and restaurants. The bedroom offers a queen bed, along with plenty of closet space. The den can also be used as a second bedroom complete with a sleeper sofa or as an office while working away from home.

This casita is ideal for a writer, painter, arts lover, couple or family in search of serenity and all the natural beauty that Santa Fe has to offer.

For those interested in working offsite, the casita has high speed internet accessed through cable. The service provider is Xfinity and our plan includes their Performance Pro internet (300 Mbps download speed, gaming, multiple devices), digital tv and a VoIP landline.

Conveniently located about 1 mile from the historic Santa Fe Plaza, shops, grocery stores, galleries and museums and a 12-minute drive from the world-famous outdoor Santa Fe Opera.

For skiers/boarders which the owners are, the base of the Ski Santa Fe Quad is 17 miles or a 30-minute drive away. You can also take a bus to the ski basin; the bus stop and free parking are two minutes from the casita.

Amenities include:
- Totally remodeled home in 2018
- Keyless entry - no need to interact with hosts or others
- 2-minute drive to the plaza and downtown
- 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
- 2 walk-in closets in master bedroom
- Futon sofa/bed and writing desk in separate den/office
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Washer/Dryer
- Central air conditioning and heating
- Cable 50” flat screen TV in living room
- Cable 24” flat screen TV in bedroom
- Stereo system with iPod port
- High Speed Internet – Wifi
- Kiva fireplace
- Private patio with patio furniture
- Path to a private area to view sunsets over the Jemez Mts.
- Dedicated parking off street
- Private and secure
- Santa Fe Short Term Rental License # 19-00155343

Property manager

Chris Howson
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
Please observe state restrictions.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: Please observe state restrictions.
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 first aid kit
Property Registration Number 155343

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Fe

This cottage is located in Northeast Santa Fe, a neighbourhood in Santa Fe. Meow Wolf and Charlotte Jackson Fine Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Santa Fe Children's Museum and Quail Run Golf Course. Recursos de Santa Fe and Santa Fe Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
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Santa Fe, NM

What's nearby

  • Georgia O'Keefe Museum - 4 min drive
  • Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi - 4 min drive
  • Canyon Road - 4 min drive
  • Santa Fe Plaza - 5 min drive
  • Loretto Chapel - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Fe Depot - 8 min drive
  • Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Panda Express - 5 min drive
  • Jinja Restaurant - 4 min drive
  • Atrisco Cafe & Bar - 4 min drive
  • Starbucks - 4 min drive
  • Dolina Santa Fe - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Hilltop Casita w/ Stunning Views, Close to the Historic Plaza pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Hilltop Casita w/ Stunning Views, Close to the Historic Plaza?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Hilltop Casita w/ Stunning Views, Close to the Historic Plaza?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Hilltop Casita w/ Stunning Views, Close to the Historic Plaza located?

Located in Northeast Santa Fe, this cottage is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Sweeney Convention Center and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Santa Fe Plaza. Georgia O'Keefe Museum and Charlotte Jackson Fine Art are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice Casita Walking Distance to the Santa Fe Plaza
Nicely located property near the Santa Fe Plaza in excellent condition. All amenities needed to spend a relaxing private stay in Northern New Mexico are present. We will seek to book this vacation rental during our next trip to Santa Fe.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Casita
We loved this casita in Santa Fe. It was perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francine B., Walnut Creek, California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
We loved our visit. The casita was just perfect for my daughter and I. We liked being close to town but not right in all of the hubbub. The hosts couldn’t have been nicer!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy and Michael B., Houston, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful Peaceful Hilltop Casita
We enjoyed a wonderful visit in the Peaceful Hilltop Casita between February,14-21, 2024. The casita is nestled in a peaceful setting just outside Santa Fe. To the west is a magnificent view of the Jemez Mountains and to the east the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The casita is surrounded by pinon trees and junipers giving the effect of being in the woods while only being a few minutes' drive from all of Santa Fe's amenities. Our hosts, Chris and Marie, made every effort to make our stay comfortable. From the nice welcome note on the dining room table when we arrived, the tasteful placement of houseplants, the exceptional cleanliness, comfortable furniture, all supplies necessary to enjoy a cheery fire in the fireplace, down to the small legal pad with a pen in a basket on the dining room table, it was abundantly clear the efforts to makes us feel welcome. The refrigerator was thoroughly cleaned and cleared of any condiments and perishables that previous guests had left. That is a huge plus for us. We have stayed in numerous places in New Mexico, and usually the pervious guests' condiments and perishables are left in the refrigerator which is a deal breaker for us. The attention paid to making sure the refrigerator was emptied and spotless made a huge favorable impression on us. For a restful, renewing, experience with all the beauty that Santa Fe and the surrounding area offers look no further than the delightful Peaceful Hilltop Casita! Kudos to our hosts
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan S., Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Next time too
We really enjoyed our stay at Chris and Marie's hilltop casita, and the hospitality they demonstrated to accommodate our New Year gathering with our adult family. One son lives in Santa Fe, so we are regular visitors. We will definitely look for availability at the hilltop casita for our next trip to the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Chris Howson

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The owners live in a separate house on the property and we are available to answer any questions you may have about Santa Fe, the surrounding areas, or your lodging.
In addition, as an epidemiologist and nurse we ensure a deep cleaning and disinfection of the casita, its linens, kitchen items and other contents before and after every rental.

Why they chose this property

We bought this property because we love the variety that Santa Fe has to offer. The arts scene is incredibly vibrant--art and photo galleries galore, plays, bars and night clubs with music into the early morning hours and, of course, the world famous open air Santa Fe Opera is only a 12-minute drive from our property. We also love the outdoors and have the alpine meadows and ski basin of the Santa Fe Wilderness to hike in 6 miles to the east and the mysterious, red rock canyons and Ghost Ranch of the vast Piedra Lumbre basin to the northwest. Wildlife abounds around our property--eagles, ravens, coyotes, bobcats and bears live in the surrounding hills and don't be surprised by the occasional roadrunner running across the road in front of you. Plus, we are both skiers and love that we can drive out the property and 35 minutes later be buckling on our ski boots at 10,600 ft.

What makes this property unique

Santa Fe is far south in the US but our house and casita are at 7,200 ft. in altitude, so the winters are warm with bright sun and the summers cool and dry. With 323 days of sun a year, northern New Mexico is an ideal vacation spot.

Languages:

English, French

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