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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 8 191.8 sq m
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Santa Fe, NM
- Loretto Chapel22 min drive
- Santa Fe Plaza23 min drive
- Meow Wolf23 min drive
- Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal)29 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Common area 1
1 Double Futon
Common area 2
1 Single Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
7thNtfree CasadeVaca III SantaFeAdobeCharm!
Casa de la Vaca III
Three bedrooms | Sleeps up to 8 guests | Secluded foothill retreat with panoramic views
Welcome to Casa de la Vaca III, your tranquil escape in the foothills of Canoncito — where nature meets culture. Nestled on 5 secluded acres under the vast Santa Fe skies, this peaceful sanctuary offers sweeping mountain views, star-filled nights, and the perfect blend of privacy and accessibility — just 12 miles (about 20 minutes) from Santa Fe’s historic Plaza.
Whether you’re planning a solo retreat, a family getaway, or a gathering with friends, Casa de la Vaca III combines two private homes (Casa I and Casa II) at a special rate, making it ideal for extended families or groups seeking both togetherness and privacy.
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The Space
Casa II – Main Home
• 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (sleeps 5)
• Master bedroom with queen bed, wood-burning fireplace, and en-suite bath
• Guest bedroom with queen bed and cozy mattress
• Additional sleeping nook with twin mattress for 1 adult or sofa for 1 child
• Fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, Keurig and drip coffee makers, blender, toaster, spices, cookware, and dishwasher
• Laundry with new washer and dryer
• Sunroom with large windows for sunset views
• Cozy living room, smart TV, board games, books, and 100 Mbps high-speed internet
Casa I – Guest Casita
• 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom (sleeps 3)
• Loft bedroom with queen bed
• Living room with pull-out sofa (fits 1 adult or 1–2 children)
• Full kitchen with new cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, radiant brick flooring, and kitchen island
• Remodeled bathroom with subway tile
• Private outdoor patio, courtyard with grill, and balcony off the bedroom
• Washer and dryer in unit
Outdoor Living
Enjoy peaceful mornings with coffee in the courtyard, afternoon grilling on the patio, and evening stargazing without city light interference. Surrounded by pines, wildflowers, and local wildlife — including hummingbirds — this property is perfect for yoga, meditation, or simply relaxing in nature.
Guest Notes:
• Water: Our water comes from a shared underground well and may have a light sulfur scent, though it is perfectly safe to drink. We’ve installed triple ozone, multi-stage filtration, and reverse osmosis systems in both kitchens for purified drinking water. If you prefer city water, we recommend staying in town.
• Access: All-wheel drive is recommended year-round, especially in winter. The home is reached via 800 ft of unpaved road leading to our private gravel drive.
• EV Charging: Complimentary Level 2 EV charger (NEMA 10-30) with Tesla adapter available in the carport.
• Pets: Subject to pre-approval, $100 per pet. Please provide pet type when booking.
Events & Festivals
Perfectly located for the International Folk Art Market, Spanish & Indian Markets, Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta, and the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta.
Need Less Space?
Book Casa I (one bedroom) VRBO #3123080 or Casa II (two bedrooms) VRBO # 3123127 individually for smaller groups.
Three bedrooms | Sleeps up to 8 guests | Secluded foothill retreat with panoramic views
Welcome to Casa de la Vaca III, your tranquil escape in the foothills of Canoncito — where nature meets culture. Nestled on 5 secluded acres under the vast Santa Fe skies, this peaceful sanctuary offers sweeping mountain views, star-filled nights, and the perfect blend of privacy and accessibility — just 12 miles (about 20 minutes) from Santa Fe’s historic Plaza.
Whether you’re planning a solo retreat, a family getaway, or a gathering with friends, Casa de la Vaca III combines two private homes (Casa I and Casa II) at a special rate, making it ideal for extended families or groups seeking both togetherness and privacy.
⸻
The Space
Casa II – Main Home
• 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (sleeps 5)
• Master bedroom with queen bed, wood-burning fireplace, and en-suite bath
• Guest bedroom with queen bed and cozy mattress
• Additional sleeping nook with twin mattress for 1 adult or sofa for 1 child
• Fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, Keurig and drip coffee makers, blender, toaster, spices, cookware, and dishwasher
• Laundry with new washer and dryer
• Sunroom with large windows for sunset views
• Cozy living room, smart TV, board games, books, and 100 Mbps high-speed internet
Casa I – Guest Casita
• 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom (sleeps 3)
• Loft bedroom with queen bed
• Living room with pull-out sofa (fits 1 adult or 1–2 children)
• Full kitchen with new cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, radiant brick flooring, and kitchen island
• Remodeled bathroom with subway tile
• Private outdoor patio, courtyard with grill, and balcony off the bedroom
• Washer and dryer in unit
Outdoor Living
Enjoy peaceful mornings with coffee in the courtyard, afternoon grilling on the patio, and evening stargazing without city light interference. Surrounded by pines, wildflowers, and local wildlife — including hummingbirds — this property is perfect for yoga, meditation, or simply relaxing in nature.
Guest Notes:
• Water: Our water comes from a shared underground well and may have a light sulfur scent, though it is perfectly safe to drink. We’ve installed triple ozone, multi-stage filtration, and reverse osmosis systems in both kitchens for purified drinking water. If you prefer city water, we recommend staying in town.
• Access: All-wheel drive is recommended year-round, especially in winter. The home is reached via 800 ft of unpaved road leading to our private gravel drive.
• EV Charging: Complimentary Level 2 EV charger (NEMA 10-30) with Tesla adapter available in the carport.
• Pets: Subject to pre-approval, $100 per pet. Please provide pet type when booking.
Events & Festivals
Perfectly located for the International Folk Art Market, Spanish & Indian Markets, Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta, and the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta.
Need Less Space?
Book Casa I (one bedroom) VRBO #3123080 or Casa II (two bedrooms) VRBO # 3123127 individually for smaller groups.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
About the area
Santa Fe
Located in Santa Fe, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. New Mexico Military Museum and Museum of International Folk Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Santa Fe Botanical Garden and Santa Fe Children's Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby water tubing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking and horse riding.

Santa Fe, NM
What's nearby
- Santa Fe Railyard - 22 min drive - 26.8 km
- Loretto Chapel - 22 min drive - 27.2 km
- Santa Fe Plaza - 23 min drive - 27.5 km
- Canyon Road - 23 min drive - 26.4 km
- Meow Wolf - 23 min drive - 28.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cafe Fina - 10 min drive
- Jambo Bobcat Bite - 13 min drive
- Arable - 13 min drive
- Pizza Centro - 13 min drive
- Upper Crust Pizza El Dorado - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Diana Olivar

Cory and I met in Chicago. We would visit the southwest where I was born and raised and he would often ask, “Why don’t we live here”? Granted we were usually escaping the Chicago winter and enjoying 60-degree weather. We eventually moved back to my hometown of El Paso, Texas for family reasons where we have lived for the past 10 years. Cory being an adrenaline junkie loves all things outdoors. Although, he loves the El Paso desert and the 330+ days of sunshine (so he can downhill mountain bike and ride motorcycles), he also craves the winter slopes. Our 11-year-old son is doing a great job of keeping up with Cory on the black diamonds. We found the perfect compromise when we landed on Casa de la Vaca in Santa Fe! A beautiful, serene mountain get away nestled in the foothills of magical Canoncito. It’s a short drive for us and we love to stop along the way in Albuquerque. It is so kid friendly that we do trips to the museums, Explora, zoo, Mama’s minerals and our favorite Sawmill Market. In the summer, we can escape the heat in EP and with so much to do in Santa Fe we have a great place to visit all year round. We couldn’t be more excited to enjoy our second home and share it with family & friends and now thanks to platforms like VRBO with guests when we are not in town. A bit of a win, win. We love to travel and enjoy good cuisine, so Santa Fe really fits the bill. There are so many great restaurants, hiking trails, museums, spas, festivals, the opera, skiing, farmer’s markets, the second largest art market in the country, nearby Taos and Chimayo and the list goes on and on. It really is a cosmopolitan gem in the high desert. The VRBO vacation rental opportunity has allowed us to do what we love; meet new people, travel, and share our stories.
We hope we get to meet you and hear your story.
Best,
Diana and Cory
Why they chose this property
Casa de la Vaca III (three bedroom) Entire home, sweeping views, secluded in the foothills of Canoncito Tranquil and Serene. This Santa Fe Charm combines adjacent homes Casa I and Casa II at a discounted rate. The main home on the right has two bedrooms and two bathrooms and sleeps 5, the adjacent but private (Casa I) has its own private entrance and sleeps up to 3 guests with one bedroom, one bathroom, a full kitchen, and a pull-out sofa bed. This home is ideal when staying with another family and want added privacy. This gem is perfect for three couples or a family, for family gatherings or retreats. Nestled up in the foothills with panoramic views sits this Canoncito/Santa Fe Charm house on secluded 5 acres, just a mere 15 miles (20-minute drive) to Santa Fe’s historic downtown plaza. Serene and exquisite, you will encounter majestic Mountain views and with almost no light pollution you will experience the most incredible evening star gazing! You will be surrounded by gorgeous local plants, flowers, hummingbirds, and pines. This peaceful sanctuary is surrounded with birds and wildlife. Enjoy the gas grill, patio seating, break out the yoga mats and take in the breathtaking views! Namaste. All-wheel drive is always recommended especially during winter months, in case of snow. You will drive up 800 ft of unpaved road to reach our private gravel road to our home. Convenient parking is available in front of the stonework on either entrance.
Cleanliness is of the utmost importance. To help ensure your safety and well-being, we have a cleaning service who is utilizing best practices for enhanced cleaning and disinfecting vacation rental properties.
We also have the absolute best internet -100mbps for Canoncito. So, if you must work you can do so without a problem. The smart TV is available for use with your personal streaming platforms. Board games, cards, and books are also available for family entertainment.
What makes this property unique
Other things to note: Cuisine -We love to cook and have some essentials in the kitchen for your convenience. At the nearby Eldorado community, you can find gas, and groceries at the Agora market. There are also a few local eateries we like to support. Of course, we have Whole Foods, Trader Joes's and other chain supermarkets in downtown Santa Fe. You happen to be in one of the food capitals of the world so take advantage of the amazing cuisine that Santa Fe has to offer.
Pets: We welcome well-behaved pooches. Sorry, felines only dogs are allowed. Pets are allowed with advanced approval at $100 per pet. This fee is included as we take added measures to thoroughly disinfect and sanitize the home to ensure there is no trace of a pet after each stay. We appreciate your cooperation in crating your pets when left alone and not allowing them on any furniture. We know our pets are family and we want them to travel with us, we have a cockapoo of our own, so we know. We also need to ensure that we respect all of our guests who may have sensitives or allergies and strive to deliver the best experience in our homes.
Nature and your surroundings: You are surrounded by a 4,000 acres nature preserve with miles upon miles of hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails. These trails are very well marked and range from easy strolls to more strenuous hikes. As you drive down Ojo da la Vaca road you will see two areas to park to access the trail heads. We have hiking sticks available during your stay, adjust them and set out and explore. The items in the house are for our guests, so please feel free to enjoy. After a full day feel free to set up the portable massage table which has disposable covers for the headrest. There are also top rated spas in Santa Fe to choose from. There is so much to do and see in Santa Fe and the surrounding areas. Please check out the Welcome book for our personal recommendations.
We look forward to hosting you during your stay in Santa Fe!
Diana & Cory
Languages:
English, Spanish
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