Three bedroom home near the University of New Mexico and heart of Albuquerque
Relax in this clean, recently renovated Albuquerque home. Located just one mile from Nob Hill and the University of New Mexico (UNM), Desert Willow sits in a quiet, centrally located neighborhood. In addition to three bedrooms and three bathrooms, you will enjoy three charming private, fenced-in outdoor areas on the property: a deck with a backyard area, a patio with a propane grill, and a contemplative front garden. The spacious living room and dining area offers a bright environment for lounging before and after your fun-filled activities. The den provides a Smart TV for casting content from your own devices (no cable). The fully equipped kitchen with breakfast bar counter features a gas stove, oven, microwave, full-sized refrigerator, dishwasher, Keurig and drip coffee makers, and all the basics to cook your own meals. Smiths (Kroger) and Whole Foods are located close by along with restaurants, and an ice cream shop. A shaded park with a playground sits two doors down and across the street. Desert Willow’s central location makes this home an excellent choice for access to attractions from across the region including Albuquerque’s Old Town, Balloon Fiesta Park, Sandia Peak Tram, wineries, Isotopes baseball, New Mexico United soccer, museums, shopping, the zoo, the aquarium, and day trips to Santa Fe. You’ll have easy access to both I-40 and I-25, as well as off-street parking for up to two cars. Additional cars can park on the street. Book Desert Willow to be your home away from home today.
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Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
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Check out time is 11 AM tomorrow. When you leave, please:
• Scrape and rinse dirty dishes and put them in the dishwasher.
• Put any towels you used in a shower or in the laundry basket.
• Leave any beds you used unmade.
• Check for all your chargers and other belongings.
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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 solar energy, plus 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 and a deadlock
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This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Albuquerque
Summit Park, a neighbourhood in Albuquerque, is home to this holiday home. Balloon Fiesta Park and Rio Grande Nature Center State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include University of New Mexico Campus Observatory and Popejoy Hall. Expo New Mexico and New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science are also worth visiting.
University of New Mexico Hospital - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
University of New Mexico Campus Observatory - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
University of New Mexico - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
UNM North Golf Course - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Popejoy Hall - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Alvarado Transportation Center - 12 min drive
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
Golden Pride - 3 min drive
Rudy's Country Store & Bar-B-Q - 3 min drive
Circle K - 3 min drive
Circle K - 17 min walk
Taco Bell - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Three bedroom home near the University of New Mexico and heart of Albuquerque pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Three bedroom home near the University of New Mexico and heart of Albuquerque?
As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Three bedroom home near the University of New Mexico and heart of Albuquerque on 19 May 2026 start from AU$308, 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 Three bedroom home near the University of New Mexico and heart of Albuquerque?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Three bedroom home near the University of New Mexico and heart of Albuquerque?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Three bedroom home near the University of New Mexico and heart of Albuquerque?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Three bedroom home near the University of New Mexico and heart of Albuquerque located?
Located in Summit Park, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of University of New Mexico Hospital and University of New Mexico. University of New Mexico Campus Observatory and UNM North Golf Course are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
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The host was great and easy to communicate with. The house was amazing, especially the two private suites. The house was located very close to a park and playground that our grandchildren loved. Overall it was a wonderful experience. Thanks so much
Jody was very welcoming! This is a very charming home, nicely furnished, and plenty of room for the five of us staying there. The kitchen had most every tool, cookware and bakeware that you would need for cooking at home. The bedrooms and bathrooms had plenty of everything we needed as well. It was nice to find this home in the heart of Albuquerque as we were visiting family members who live there.
Great house with all the amenities to support 8 adults for a few days. Walking distance to the UNM campus, and close to downtown and other parts of Albuquerque.
Gorgeous, huge property with everything you need to live, eat, sleep, and relax. Thoughtful extras and a safe, pretty neighborhood close to plenty of restaurants and grocery stores. Outdoor space was pretty and welcoming. Thank you!
Absolutely love the yard space! Each yard is very beautifully set up. Lots of games in the den. Granddaughter felt right at home in the children’s bedroom. Very comfortable!
Beautiful layout. Started with 5 people then just us four. Nice porch area to sit in. Quiet neighborhood near everything!!The host responded timely to a minor issue. Only one tiny complaint -would’ve liked a fluffier pillow.
Hands down THE best rental we’ve stayed at! The space, decor, ease of check-in, thoughtfulness of the home layout was so FUNCTIONAL and convenient. Loved the stove! Location was AMAZING! And the thoughtfulness of the biscochitos and local coffee was the cherry on top! Thank YOU!
What a nice house and the location was perfect for us. Our only regret was that we were busy attending a conference and didn't have much time to enjoy the house. I'd like to come back and spend more time there one of these days!
We enjoyed the stay. The cleanliness of the home was spectacular. The area is quiet with a park around the corner. We had no issues checking in and were pleasantly surprised with local coffee and cookies. The location was within distance of shopping, restaurants and the Tingley Coliseum. Thank you!
The house was very clean and well kept. It was also very welcoming and I would highly recommend if you have a family. It was also very central to everything in Albuquerque.
This house held 3 adults and one child very comfortably! We enjoyed the outdoor seating options, the flow of the house, and excellent communication with the host. Thank you.
We thought the listing looked nice, but we were even more excited to see it in person. This location and house was great! I loved how spread out the rooms were, and that there were two master bedroom suites. This worked great since we had us, our kids, and our parents all staying together.
This house was just what we needed. We were pleased to have more than ample room for our family. It was conveniently located with a grocery store (Smith’s) in close proximity for driving. We had a lovely time in this quiet beautiful house. We enjoyed both courtyards as the sun moved over the house. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay in Albuquerque.
Gorgeous house with an open flow that offers two sectioned-off master suites, one with a full den. EVERYTHING here is top of the line, from bathroom fixtures to the beautiful kitchen. Has an incredible central patio with barbecue and a glorious backyard with a hammock. It's right by a park with a playground in a quiet neighborhood, within five/ten minutes from supermarkets, UNM, the airport, and nightlife. Highly recommended!
Alexandra R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
About the host
Hosted by Jody
Welcome to our rental. We initially bought this home to be close to our son and now live in another home in Albuquerque. We still care for this home as our own and do our own cleaning, yard work and maintenance. Please reach out with any questions! Jody and Eric
Why they chose this property
This neighborhood is a quiet gem close to everything. The local park, Summit Park, is basically next door. New Whole Foods store close by for the extras as well as the Kroger/Smiths grocery store. Close to Nob Hill for fun/funky restaurants and the University. Close access to the interstates as well. If you are a walker/runner it is a half mile to the University golf course where there is a path around it to complete a 3 mile loop from our front door!
What makes this property unique
A true 3 bedroom, 3 bath house with 2 different living spaces and lovely outdoor spaces for you to enjoy the fantastic SW weather! We put a lot of work into the yard and hope you enjoy it. If you are lucky enough to be here in the late summer, feel free to enjoy grapes right from the vine in the front courtyard.
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