10/10 Excellent
Lori M.
1 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Christmas Week
Lori M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
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Elegant 3 bedroom home with stunning views and 5 star reviews!
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6267.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Santa Fe, NM
- Santa Fe Opera9 min drive
- Santa Fe Plaza16 min drive
- Nambe Falls46 min drive
- Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal)30 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
King suite
1 King Bed
Queen suite
1 Queen Bed
Queen suite sitting
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
King
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Powder
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Queen
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Elegant 3 bedroom home with stunning views and 5 star reviews!
Charming, Lovely or "Encantado" this perfectly appointed 2800 square foot, three bedroom home awaits your visit to Santa Fe. The property is sited on five peaceful acres in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo mountains, approximately 12 miles northeast of the Santa Fe Plaza. You can easily drive to the plaza and downtown in about 20 minutes, passing the Four Seasons Resort, thru the village of Tesuque with its few galleries and hip restaurants or hop easily on the highway and head north to explore Taos and Abiquiu.
So much adventure awaits your visit to New Mexico and Casa Encantado is the perfect base from which to explore. Return home to the tranquil portal, light a fire in the outdoor fireplace and enjoy the uninterrupted mountain views and solitude.
Filled with numerous New Mexican style touches, this home is intimate enough for one couple yet spacious and functionally designed for two couples or a family. Highlights include an open kitchen/dining/living area and two spacious bedroom suites. Fireplace in the great room creates additional warmth and festivity. Soothingly cool plaster walls, unique artwork, heated wood flooring, classic beam ceilings, and handsome finishes accentuate each room, creating a magical, relaxed, and unaffected ambiance. Plentiful windows and skylights create a gorgeous natural glow within and allow for appreciation of the marvelous surroundings and breathtaking views. The bedroom suites are located at either side of the house, creating privacy for all guests. The queen suite has a separate sitting room that can be used as the third bedroom with its queen sized pullout sofa.
All of this opens to lovely gardens in the front entrance courtyard, a spacious 1500 square foot portal with dining and lounging areas, outdoor fireplace and gas grill and leads to nice walking on dirt roads and trails thru the community.
We would be delighted to have you enjoy our home!
The house is meticulously cleaned and maintained with a well equipped gourmet kitchen, fine tableware, crisp linens, puffy towels and pillows...making your stay so comfortable you may be torn between exploring New Mexico or relaxing at home and gazing at the sunset!
So much adventure awaits your visit to New Mexico and Casa Encantado is the perfect base from which to explore. Return home to the tranquil portal, light a fire in the outdoor fireplace and enjoy the uninterrupted mountain views and solitude.
Filled with numerous New Mexican style touches, this home is intimate enough for one couple yet spacious and functionally designed for two couples or a family. Highlights include an open kitchen/dining/living area and two spacious bedroom suites. Fireplace in the great room creates additional warmth and festivity. Soothingly cool plaster walls, unique artwork, heated wood flooring, classic beam ceilings, and handsome finishes accentuate each room, creating a magical, relaxed, and unaffected ambiance. Plentiful windows and skylights create a gorgeous natural glow within and allow for appreciation of the marvelous surroundings and breathtaking views. The bedroom suites are located at either side of the house, creating privacy for all guests. The queen suite has a separate sitting room that can be used as the third bedroom with its queen sized pullout sofa.
All of this opens to lovely gardens in the front entrance courtyard, a spacious 1500 square foot portal with dining and lounging areas, outdoor fireplace and gas grill and leads to nice walking on dirt roads and trails thru the community.
We would be delighted to have you enjoy our home!
The house is meticulously cleaned and maintained with a well equipped gourmet kitchen, fine tableware, crisp linens, puffy towels and pillows...making your stay so comfortable you may be torn between exploring New Mexico or relaxing at home and gazing at the sunset!
Property manager
Melissa Stoller
Languages
English
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Amenities
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 25
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Please write to us about your pets for approval
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside only
Important information
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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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 23-6063
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Santa Fe
Located in Santa Fe, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Santuario De Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe and Palace of the Governors are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Towa Golf Resort and Santa Fe Children's Museum. Recursos de Santa Fe and Santa Fe Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Santa Fe, NM
What's nearby
- Santa Fe Opera - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
- Buffalo Thunder Resort and Casino - 16 min drive - 18.2 km
- Santa Fe Plaza - 16 min drive - 18.2 km
- Ski Santa Fe - 45 min drive - 37.9 km
- Nambe Falls - 46 min drive - 39.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cottonwood Kitchen - 11 min drive
- Gabriel's - 15 min drive
- Tesuque Village Market - 11 min drive
- Red Sage Restaurant - 17 min drive
- Iguana Cafe - 16 min drive
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn S., Austin, TX
14 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Carolyn S.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
rosemary v.
30 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Thanksgiving Week!
rosemary v.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lynn N.
15 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cool mountain location!
Lynn N.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
April E.
3 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway
April E.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Tom P., CA
6 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful retreat
Tom P.
Stayed 32 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tom P., CA
27 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay and host
Tom P.
Stayed 31 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tom P., CA
28 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Tom P.
Stayed 48 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Lisa H.
2 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous home and views!
Lisa H.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tom P., CA
4 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, quiet escape
Tom P.
Stayed 41 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Melody S., Littl Elm Tx
21 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Amazing
Melody S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca K.
21 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Rebecca K.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Molly M., Golden, CO
31 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay
Molly M.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Keri V.
23 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!
Keri V.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Eva C.
29 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and property
Eva C.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tom P., CA
26 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility at its best
Tom P.
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
William L.
17 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You will not go wrong staying here.
William L.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jill H.
5 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Stay Ever!
Jill H.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
JoRayne T.
4 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Holiday in Santa Fe
JoRayne T.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
William L.
6 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and scenic stay in Santa Fe.
William L.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Terri N.
25 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Terri N.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
John M.
30 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Views!
John M.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Wayne R., College Station, Texas
9 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous views, impeccable home, fantastic service
Wayne R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael C.
7 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best ever!
Michael C.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sandra J.
2 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing High Desert Retreat!!
Sandra J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Melissa Stoller
We have a wonderful property manager, Melissa, who has lived in Santa Fe most of her life. We are the owners, David and Susan.
Many years ago, when the kids were little, we'd often vacation in Santa Fe or stop there on the way north to Colorado. One year, we said, "You know, some day we might want to retire to Santa Fe. Why don't we rent a house there and see what's it's like?" We ended up booking a rental near Santa Fe in the foothills of the Sangre in a place called "Vista Redonda".
When we turned into the neighborhood, all I could say was "wow". I didn't want to leave and basically we spent the whole week on the portal watching the mountains and the sky with ever changing play of clouds, light, and shadows.
Late one afternoon, while taking a walk, we came across an empty lot in the neighborhood with an old rusted sign, "For sale by Owner" and a faded phone number-barely legible. We looked at each other and said "why don't we copy down that phone number? We love it here - and you never know."
We ended up calling that faded phone number and eventually buying the lot. And after many more passing years, we worked with a local architect and builder to design and construct the beautiful home that we now call "Casa Encantado".
When people ask me, "Why did you pick Santa Fe, I reply, "we live in Vista Redonda." And when they ask "Why Vista Redonda?" I reply "You just have got to see it".
As a young boy, I can still remember hiking to the top of a small hill, looking out toward the horizon and saying to myself - Someday I want to build a house with a view." Thus we have Casa Encantado.
Many years ago, when the kids were little, we'd often vacation in Santa Fe or stop there on the way north to Colorado. One year, we said, "You know, some day we might want to retire to Santa Fe. Why don't we rent a house there and see what's it's like?" We ended up booking a rental near Santa Fe in the foothills of the Sangre in a place called "Vista Redonda".
When we turned into the neighborhood, all I could say was "wow". I didn't want to leave and basically we spent the whole week on the portal watching the mountains and the sky with ever changing play of clouds, light, and shadows.
Late one afternoon, while taking a walk, we came across an empty lot in the neighborhood with an old rusted sign, "For sale by Owner" and a faded phone number-barely legible. We looked at each other and said "why don't we copy down that phone number? We love it here - and you never know."
We ended up calling that faded phone number and eventually buying the lot. And after many more passing years, we worked with a local architect and builder to design and construct the beautiful home that we now call "Casa Encantado".
When people ask me, "Why did you pick Santa Fe, I reply, "we live in Vista Redonda." And when they ask "Why Vista Redonda?" I reply "You just have got to see it".
As a young boy, I can still remember hiking to the top of a small hill, looking out toward the horizon and saying to myself - Someday I want to build a house with a view." Thus we have Casa Encantado.
Why they chose this property
When you step through the front door of Casa Encantado, the vista opens up to all of Northern New Mexico. As you walk in – a feeling of peace comes over you. When you go through to the portal and see the snowcapped peaks or the thunderheads building over the Rio Grande valley and watch the ravens swooping in the updrafts – a sense of freedom and relaxation sets in. Why this property? Because of the way it makes you feel.
What makes this property unique
Located at an elevation of 7000 feet on the edge of a high desert mesa, tranquil privacy at Casa Encantado is assured by five acres – dotted with juniper and pinon trees. The view is expansive – ranging from the peak at Santa Fe Baldy at 12,000 feet – across the Rio Grande Valley to the river at 5,500 and then back up to the lights of Los Alamos in the distant Jemez.
But while providing a sense of isolation, Casa Encantado is only a short drive from all of the world class amenities that Santa Fe has to offer.
Rancho Encantado Santa Fe is a five-star Four Seasons resort located five minutes away. The resort offers a spa, fine dining and a cozy bar where you will often run into visiting celebrities.
Ten minutes gets you to the Tesuque Village Market – a great family “roadhouse” offering burgers, salads, soups, pizza and outstanding margaritas.
The Santa Fe Opera is only 15 minutes away.
And then, of course – the Santa Fe Plaza – and all of the restaurants, shopping, galleries and museums there – is about a 20-minute drive.
Most residents and visitors enjoy long walks through the neighborhood – around the mesas and down through the arroyos. There are also numerous parks and cultural sites in the area for day trips and hikes.
In the winter, skiing is great. Ski Santa Fe is about a 45-minute drive – an easy day drip. The world renown Taos Ski Valley is about 2 hours.
In terms of the house itself – one visitor observed – “this place is like a jewel”. All the finishes, from the custom plaster, oak cabinets, granite and limestone countertops, original New Mexico walnut floors are “first class”. The entry is finished in dry stacked stone – an homage to the Anastasi of Chaco.
In short – unique benefits? We think that Casa Encantado is special because it offers a unique combination of privacy, comfort, beauty, activities and access to culture and amenities that no other place in Santa Fe can match. We think you will want to come back.
But while providing a sense of isolation, Casa Encantado is only a short drive from all of the world class amenities that Santa Fe has to offer.
Rancho Encantado Santa Fe is a five-star Four Seasons resort located five minutes away. The resort offers a spa, fine dining and a cozy bar where you will often run into visiting celebrities.
Ten minutes gets you to the Tesuque Village Market – a great family “roadhouse” offering burgers, salads, soups, pizza and outstanding margaritas.
The Santa Fe Opera is only 15 minutes away.
And then, of course – the Santa Fe Plaza – and all of the restaurants, shopping, galleries and museums there – is about a 20-minute drive.
Most residents and visitors enjoy long walks through the neighborhood – around the mesas and down through the arroyos. There are also numerous parks and cultural sites in the area for day trips and hikes.
In the winter, skiing is great. Ski Santa Fe is about a 45-minute drive – an easy day drip. The world renown Taos Ski Valley is about 2 hours.
In terms of the house itself – one visitor observed – “this place is like a jewel”. All the finishes, from the custom plaster, oak cabinets, granite and limestone countertops, original New Mexico walnut floors are “first class”. The entry is finished in dry stacked stone – an homage to the Anastasi of Chaco.
In short – unique benefits? We think that Casa Encantado is special because it offers a unique combination of privacy, comfort, beauty, activities and access to culture and amenities that no other place in Santa Fe can match. We think you will want to come back.
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