Moonstar is a glorious, 3,000-square-foot Pueblo-style vacation home nestled on 2 acres in the foothills of the Sun and Moon Mountains, located in the beautiful and convenient Museum Hill district of Santa Fe, New Mexico. This four-bedroom, three-bathroom retreat comfortably accommodates up to 10 guests. Boasting authentic Southwestern touches like kiva fireplaces, viga ceilings, and a stunning 360-degree view rooftop deck, Moonstar offers the perfect retreat for guests seeking a quintessential New Mexico experience.
Prepare to be captivated by the outdoors before you even step inside. The enormous rooftop deck is the star, providing unobstructed 360-degree views of the mountains, valley, and endless New Mexico sky, perfect for sunrise coffee or sunset cocktails. The large, professionally landscaped garden, complete with statuary and man-made ponds, offers various spots for quiet contemplation. For cozy evenings, gather on the expansive portal (covered patio) surrounding the house, which features its own large, outdoor kiva fireplace and plenty of seating for delightful al fresco dining under the stars.
The moment you enter this home, you are greeted by the warmth of authentic Southwestern design. The gleaming great room features handsome viga ceilings, long banks of windows, and a cozy kiva fireplace, creating a relaxing atmosphere for your group’s downtime. The room is equipped with comfortable leather sofas (one converting to a queen bed) and a huge HDTV with free Netflix. The heart of the home is the fully stocked kitchen, boasting sparkling stainless-steel & black appliances and a wide selection of chef's tools, complemented by multiple dining spaces, including a sunny breakfast nook and an elegant formal dining room.
This spacious home ensures everyone in your party enjoys a restful night. The primary suite is a luxurious escape, featuring a king-sized bed, a private kiva fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a spa-like en suite bath with two separate vanities, a fabulous soaking tub, and a walk-in shower. The remaining three bedrooms—two with queen beds and one with a full—each offer their own luxe touches, including kiva fireplaces, French doors, and big windows with garden views. With three full bathrooms, including two that serve the guest bedrooms and common areas, the "morning rush" is easily managed.
The convenient Museum Hill location places you within steps of Santa Fe’s most renowned cultural attractions. Spend the day exploring the Museum of International Folk Art, the Museum of Indian Arts & Culture, and the Santa Fe Botanical Garden, all located right on the hill. A short drive connects you to downtown adventures, including the legendary art galleries of Canyon Road, the historic shops and dining of the Santa Fe Plaza, and the interactive wonder of Meow Wolf. The surrounding area also offers ample opportunities for hiking and exploring the natural beauty of the Santa Fe National Forest.
Don't miss the opportunity to experience this perfect New Mexico vacation home. Book your stay at Moonstar today!
Please Note: A pet fee of $75 applies for each pet.
Santa Fe STR25-6126
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About the area
Santa Fe
Southeast Santa Fe, a neighbourhood in Santa Fe, is home to this holiday home. Santa Fe Botanical Garden and Santa Fe Children's Museum are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Canyon Road and Santa Fe Farmers Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Center for Contemporary Arts and Recursos de Santa Fe. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Café Sabroso - 5 min drive
Starbucks - 7 min drive
Posa's El Merendero Tamale Factory & Restaurant - 8 min drive
Wendy's - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Moonstar | Pet Friendly, Rooftop Deck, 360 Views! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Moonstar | Pet Friendly, Rooftop Deck, 360 Views!?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Moonstar | Pet Friendly, Rooftop Deck, 360 Views! on 16 June 2026 start from AU$475, 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 Moonstar | Pet Friendly, Rooftop Deck, 360 Views!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Moonstar | Pet Friendly, Rooftop Deck, 360 Views!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Moonstar | Pet Friendly, Rooftop Deck, 360 Views!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Moonstar | Pet Friendly, Rooftop Deck, 360 Views! located?
This family-friendly Santa Fe holiday home is located in Southeast Santa Fe, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian, Santa Fe Botanical Garden and Santa Fe Children's Museum. Center for Contemporary Arts and Canyon Road are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great stay and decent location. Short easy drive to the plaza. The house was nice and had the Santa Fe charm you would expect!
Jarred P.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience and kind words about the home. We’re glad you enjoyed the Santa Fe charm and found the location convenient for visiting the plaza. We appreciate your stay and hope to welcome you back.
Super cool property - it felt like we were staying in an art gallery. The house is older but well maintained. Very quiet neighborhood with beautiful rooftop views of Santa Fe. Close to downtown as well.
Katherine D.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2026
Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback about your stay. We’re glad you enjoyed the unique feel of the property, the quiet neighborhood, and the rooftop views, as well as the convenient location. Your comments mean a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back on a future visit to Santa Fe.
The property is beautiful and has lovely Mountain View’s. It’s a great stay for groups and has a large living area for hanging out and relaxing.
Rebecca M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan 2026
Thank you for sharing this thoughtful feedback. We are glad you enjoyed the mountain views and found the home comfortable for your group. Your comments about the living area are especially appreciated. We hope to welcome you back for another stay.
House was just right for our friends weekend. Plenty of places to gather for conversation, including the rooftop deck with spectacular views
Kate B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2025
Thank you for your review. We are delighted to hear that the house was a great fit for your friends' weekend, providing ample space for gathering and conversation, including the fantastic rooftop deck with its spectacular views. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we are glad you enjoyed your stay. We strive to offer our guests a comfortable and memorable experience, and your positive review is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Thank you so much for the kind review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the panoramic deck and the Santa Fe-inspired decor. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, as it helps us continue providing our guests with a memorable experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Fantastic, beautiful property. Had everything we needed. Highly recommend.
Jamie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic stay and found the property to be beautiful and well-equipped. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're grateful for the opportunity to host you. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Our family had a wonderful stay at Moonstar... close enough to everything to be convenient, but just far enough out that we could enjoy relaxing in the peace and quiet.
House was clean and roomy. Decor was good. Good location. Views from rooftop were beautiful.
We could have used more wine glasses and more coffee cups.
Physical keys and 1 gate opener that you have to pickup and drop off at the management property is a bit of a hassle especially with a larger group. All around though it was a nice place to stay.
Kyle F.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov 2024
Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay overall. We understand the inconvenience of physical keys and gate openers, and we are continuously exploring ways to improve our services and provide a more convenient experience for our guests. We value your business and look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Thank you,
Kokopelli Property Management
Only one small issue was the wifi. We had some difficulty with login, but resolved without contacting management. Had a great fire in the fireplace each night. Wife loved the large bathtub. It's a great place for our 7 that we brought. With 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, everyone had plenty of space. The view from the roof was fantastic.
Clarence P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review. We're happy you had a fantastic time with us!
Thanks for your trust, we're thankful for amazing customers like you.
We hope to see you again soon!
This home is signature Santa Fe—anadobe with tile and brick floors, big as throughout, with lots of Southwest art and decor. All the necessary amenities were provided.
The only disappointments were that the blinds had no cords to let in the beautiful SF light and the dishwasher wasn’t fixed after being told a plumber would be sent. The fans and window ac units were very much appreciated and took care of kate aftrn heat before it gets cool in the evenings. All in all, would stay at this property again.
Sheri T.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2024
Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that you enjoyed the signature Santa Fe style of the home and the amenities provided. We regret the issues you encountered with the blinds and the dishwasher, and we will address these matters to ensure a better experience for future guests. We're pleased that the fans and window AC units were helpful in keeping you comfortable during your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
We stayed several nights. The house is a great size and layout. The rooftop terrace is amazing. We watched the sunset every night. We would stay again. There is an “old house” smell when you first come in but we just opened the windows to air it out. The only issue we had was the spotty internet. Not a big deal unless you have to work.
Overall, a great experience.
Brian B.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2023
Thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jeffrey L.
7 Aug 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
August stay at Moonstar
This is a very lovely home, but unfortunately, does need some minor repairs and updating. The bedrooms and living areas are all well appointed. The home is NOT air conditioned - important for those considering a summer stay. The management company did bring in portable AC units, which made sleeping more comfortable, but the living areas could be warm in the afternoons. The roof deck is GORGEOUS at night to sit, enjoy a drink, and chat with friends. The only other drawback was a little rodent visitor, but all in all, a nice stay.
We had a wonderful stay and really enjoyed our visit to Santa Fe. The house is large and comfy and great for a big group or family reunion with lots of private space. Our only feedback would be that the property appears to be in need of a refresh and a little TLC...for instance, the window coverings are paper shades and if you lift them up, you'll see peeling paint and some wood damage underneath. Fixtures are old and a few things didn't work (nothing major that impacted our stay.) Really nothing that a good fresh coat of paint and a nice deep cleaning of the house wouldn't fix. The decor is really lovely and in the true Santa Fe spirit. The roof deck has amazing views and was used by all. The top step is a little wobbly, again, a simple fix. Overall, a great place that we'd visit again.
Lori M.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate your honest review and are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay overall. We will be sure to address the areas you mentioned that could use some attention, such as the window coverings, fixtures, and the wobbly top step. Our goal is to provide a comfortable and well-maintained property for all of our guests, and your input helps us to continually improve the experience. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Mary Ann T.
13 Aug 2018
Good if you know what to expect
This is the second year we have stayed in this property, and while it is clean, it needs some TLC. For instance one of the kitchen cabinets has a hair band to keep it closed. I had to buy wine glasses. The kitchen needs organization for sure. Things are feeling a bit shabby, in what has been basically a good place to stay.
Mary Ann T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2023
Hello Mary Ann,
Thank you for your feedback regarding your stay. We value our guests input as this is how we can improve the overall vacationing rental experience. It is our hope that you were able to enjoy your time in the area as well as being able to take full advantage of everything that Sante Fe had to offer. Fully committed to enhancing accommodations for our guests, we will review each comment and concern thoroughly. Again, we appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. If you should ever find yourself on this side, we would love the opportunity to host you.
Stayed the week of Xmas … did lots of cooking the kitchen was very poor . Old appliances.. nothing worked right .. very outdated. Dishes had an old film on them . For what we payed you would think the kitchen would have newer appliances and accessories.
Chris P.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2023
We appreciate you letting us know what can improve in this unit, Chris! I will be sure to relay this feedback to our office so that the necessary changes can happen!
We loved how secluded the home felt, but we were a quick and easy drive in to Santa Fe. Building a fire every night and hanging out on the patio was a highlight. The kitchen was well stocked and made cooking easy for us. The portable A/C unit kept the main room cool during the day and at night we opened the windows in the bedrooms to stay cool. Thankfully, the nights were cool. I'm not sure how it would be in the summer. The internet is very slow and in at least one of the bedrooms we didn't get any coverage. Since we had two students zooming classes, it was a little stressful at times, but as long as the rest of us stayed off the internet when one of them had a class, it worked. All of us agreed that we would be excited to stay there again!
Marilyn M.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for this 5-star review. We really appreciate you being a customer and helping to share the word about us. We will look info the a/c and internet. We’re here for you anytime.
Everyone enjoyed their stay here! Upon arrival, we got to experience the great desert yard and views from the rooftop patio. It's close to town and not far from the mountain for skiing. The family spent most of the time hanging in the large kitchen, sitting by the outside fireplace, and catching sun on the rooftop patio. The dogs loved the open space to run and explore, but bring your tweezers as there are tons of ground cacti and you'll be plucking needles from their paws and legs frequently. They loved it nonetheless! We also experienced about 12" of snow throughout most of our trip - it was so lovely! I don't know if this is particularly normal weather for Santa Fe or if we experienced a fluke winter storm. As other reviews have mentioned, the dishwasher is not great - it leaves a gritty white residue on everything that may be solved by using a simple rinse aid. The mattress in the master bedroom has a dip in it that was pretty uncomfortable. An additional gate opener would also be super convenient for larger groups. Those minor things aside, we all had a great time and agreed that we would definitely stay here again!
Brittney M.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Katy P.
26 Dec 2023
Liked: Communication, location
Mixed Feelings
This property has so much potential hence the title mixed feelings. My profession is a realtor and I travel a lot during the year. My family and I visit Santa Fe a couple times a year. The features I really liked about this property are location, the size of the house and lot, And the accommodations for large group with pets. The house can comfortably sleep eight people. I’m sure when this house were newer it was a fabulous property. However, I can fairly say that it is just tired and time for the home to be freshened and modernized. The walls and trim Definitely need to be repainted and all of the mattresses need to be replaced. Pretty uncomfortable. The management company did bring us a topper for one of the mattresses where you can fill the springs when you lay on it. The two leather chairs in the living room are torn and the sleeper sofa needs to be replaced. All of the sheets were very scratchy. Maybe too much starch. Most of the kitchen equipment is very old and very little kitchen tools to use if you’re cooking. We had to go out and buy wooden spoons and a mixer. The glassware is very minimal and what is there is very old. The tv’s need to be replaced by smart tvs so guests can stream. The throw blankets in the den are rough like tapestry. The lighting throughout the yard does not work so it is very dark and hard to see where you are walking or driving up the driveway. This has the potential to be a 5 star rating but it’s not right now.
Our stay was lovely. Homey, spacious, beautiful property and views. Super easy access to SF.Well furnished kitchen. Great kivas.Note: Door from kitchen to outdoor patio needs repair. It auto-locks from the outside, even when set to be unlocked.
RM R.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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