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Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
Fireplace
A rare find - cozy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Santa Fe, NM
Santa Fe National Cemetery
Place, Santa Fe National Cemetery
19 min walk
Georgia O'Keefe Museum
Place, Georgia O'Keefe Museum
5 min drive
New Mexico Museum of Art
Place, New Mexico Museum of Art
5 min drive
Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal)
Airport, Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal)
16 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), and digital TV.
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 - 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
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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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Santa Fe
Northeast Santa Fe, a neighbourhood in Santa Fe, is home to this cottage. Meow Wolf and Charlotte Jackson Fine Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ski Santa Fe and Santa Fe Climbing Gym. Lensic Performing Arts Center and SITE Santa Fe are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
Lensic Performing Arts Center - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Santa Fe Depot - 8 min drive
Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Tomasita's Santa Fe New Mexican Restaurant - 4 min drive
Starbucks - 4 min drive
Plaza Cafe Downtown - 3 min drive
Boxcar SF - 4 min drive
Coyote Cafe & Rooftop Cantina - 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.
How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful Hilltop Casita w/ Stunning Views, Close to the Historic Plaza?
As of 23 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful Hilltop Casita w/ Stunning Views, Close to the Historic Plaza on 12 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,726, 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.
How much is parking at Peaceful Hilltop Casita w/ Stunning Views, Close to the Historic Plaza?
On-site parking is available at the 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).
About the host
Hosted by Chris Howson
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.
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