Contemporary Casa w/courtyard, 10 min. stroll to Canyon Road & historic Santa Fe

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4148.6 sq m

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Santa Fe, NM

Canyon Road
‪9 min walk‬
Loretto Chapel
‪4 min drive‬
Santa Fe Plaza
‪5 min drive‬
Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal)
‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Permit #: 155447

Casa Viga Grande (The House-with-the-Massive-Beams) is tucked into a historically authentic and quiet neighborhood above Canyon Road --Santa Fe's prestigious art and gallery district. Winding, narrow streets are reminiscent of Old Europe.

This air-conditioned 1600 square foot Southwest Style Casa offers all the conveniences and charm of contemporary Santa Fe. The spaciousness of high, massive, viga-beam ceilings provide a counterpoint to the rich detail of decor. Everywhere, fine original art and thoughtfully placed artifacts meet the eye.

One uniquely appealing aspect of Viga Grande is the layout. Two completely separate and spacious bedroom suites each have their own private stone-tiled baths. As such, two couples find the equivalency between suites to be appealing. While one suite is more spacious internally; the other opens out onto its own private patio.

The well appointed kitchen features state-of-the-art appliances; double french doors unite the dining area with a second very private patio and gated garden.

The two bathrooms are beautiful and modern, with high-end tile and fixtures. The master bath has two sinks, a separate double-headed shower, and a large bathtub.

A museum-brick drive greets guests as they enter the property --which is virtually hidden behind a hand-forged iron gate. There is off-street parking for two-to-three vehicles. The fire pit on the back patio works intermittently and therefore should not be considered part of the rental.

Once in the famed Canyon Road gallery district of Santa Fe, the 3 minute drive (or 15 minute walk) to Viga Grande begins by following the historically soulful and nourishing Acequia Madre waterway (lovingly referred to by locals as 'The Mother Ditch') and then winding uphill through some of Santa Fe's most charming residential areas.

A free shuttle is also available on Canyon Road, making it easy to explore many other locations in Santa Fe -- including the Rail Yard District.

No pets are permitted at this home!

Property manager

Richard A Woodruff

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No pets are permitted at this home.

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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

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

Property Registration Number 155447

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Fe

Located in Santa Fe, this holiday home is in the city centre. De Vargas Street House and San Miguel Mission are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Santa Fe Children's Museum and Quail Run Golf Course. Santa Fe Botanical Garden and Recursos de Santa Fe are also worth visiting. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Santa Fe, NM

What's nearby

Canyon Road - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Loretto Chapel - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Santa Fe Plaza - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
Georgia O'Keefe Museum - 5 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

Santa Fe Depot - 14 min drive
Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Shed - ‬4 min drive
‪Luminaria Restaurant & Patio - ‬4 min drive
‪Lobby Bar at Loretto - ‬4 min drive
‪The Bell Tower Bar, at La Fonda on the Plaza - ‬5 min drive
‪Craft Coffee & Donuts - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Contemporary Casa w/courtyard, 10 min. stroll to Canyon Road & historic Santa Fe pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Contemporary Casa w/courtyard, 10 min. stroll to Canyon Road & historic Santa Fe?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Contemporary Casa w/courtyard, 10 min. stroll to Canyon Road & historic Santa Fe?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Contemporary Casa w/courtyard, 10 min. stroll to Canyon Road & historic Santa Fe located?

Located in Historic Eastside, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Cristo Rey and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Santa Fe Plaza. Canyon Road and ViVO Contemporary are also within 15 minutes.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kayla F.

28 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and Comfortable

We really appreciated the layout, living space and all of the amenities in the house. Everything was clean and super cozy. We loved being in the house over the holidays and would definitely return!

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David K.

2 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great casita

Clean, quiet, comfortable, great location and great kitchen.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor V.

30 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Favorite Santa Fe home away from home

We have been renting this property each year for the past ten years. Richard is a marvelous property manager and we love the house and location. Highly recommend for anyone who wants to walk to Canyon Road and the Plaza. It's perfect.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B., Waterloo, Ontario

27 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location

Beautiful casita. Very comfortable and close to the old city

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

19 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

March in Santa Fe

This is a wonderful property. The furnishings were top notch and it was very clean. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

10 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Getaway

Spent four days in Santa Fe with friends. Enjoyed the casita and the outdoor courtyard.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor V.

25 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house!

We’ve rented Richard’s fabulous house before and will return. He’s a terrific resource and the house is perfect to explore this wonderful town.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivien K., Phoenix, AZ, US

16 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely week in Santa Fe

A spacious, convenient property with lovely outdoor space. Everything we needed was there.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

23 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded beautiful quiet casita

Stayed here with my mother for a long weekend. Everything was lovely: the kitchen was well appointed, rooms were clean with beautiful local art, and the garden was just starting to bloom. The place had everything we needed and was delightfully quiet in the evenings. Close to everything we wanted to do. Great communication from the hosts! We would 100% stay here again the next time we come to Santa Fe.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Angela K.

26 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

get away

Housing is very close together in neighborhood. Clean, good feel to house. Small parking area, if have a large vehicle. It is a short drive to downtown area. Well stocked kitchen.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James P.

22 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming home, just blocks from Canyon Road

Our group of two couples truly enjoyed our stay at this historic property, situated between Canyon Road and Museum Hill. The home was beautifully decorated, updated and well equipped with things like a six burner Wolf range, beautiful riginal artwork and lighting. We enjoyed the small seating area outside, with BBQ, firepit, and the like. We highly recommend it.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graylag C.

4 Apr 2018

Very well furnished, comfy house

We spent six days in the Santa Fe and found the house very comfortable and equipped with everything we could need. Plus the decor was beautiful and had the real southwest flavor. The location was great. We walked to Canyon Rd and were a short drive from all local attractions. The neighborhood was quiet too. A perfect choice for a Santa Fe getaway.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

7 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and peaceful house

Beautiful house that's perfect for two couples. House has everything you need and we especially appreciated the outside sitting areas. Close to the Canyon Rd. galleries, but some steep hills on the walk, so we didn't walk as much as planned with the heat of August. Would definitely recommend highly to others!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Julie W.

8 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enormous kitchen, many patios

Well built home with 3 splits for AC/heat. Advice: if visiting in winter and coming direct from airport: pick up your own firewood for the 2 fireplaces plus coffee.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

maya f.

10 Mar 2019

quiet house in a great area

This is a lovely, quiet, clean house in a very convenient, nice part of town. The kitchen is great, really well-stocked with quality cookware, unusual in a rental. The drawback for me was I found the beds (and pillows) to be quite uncomfortable and in need of upgrading.

Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jill R., Oakland, California USA

1 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you for a lovely stay!

My husband and I had the pleasure of staying at Casa Viga after the VRBO we originally booked had an issue that left it inhabitable. After all the stress, it was great to stay in a comfortable and worry free environment. Location is close to all that Santa Fe has to offer and we spent a few cozy nights in front of the fireplace. Richard went the extra mile and was able to move up our check in time due to our situation. Would definitely stay here again in warmer weather to enjoy the fire pit and outdoor areas. Thank you - it was a great place to ring in the new year!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John E.

16 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Disliked: Location

Lovely Visit

Clean, Quiet, beautifully decorated and well appointed. We have been visiting Santa Fe for several years so we are very familiar with the weather and this year was a bit of an exception, however the water ruts on Camino sin Nombre were so severe we could barely get through with our car which is not a four-wheel drive and the ankle-deep mud pool in front of the driveway gate was a show stopper. You cannot leave the property on foot without boots. We plan to return to Santa Fe next year but perhaps a different location.

Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosamond O.

4 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sisters week long stay

The house was very comfortable to settle into. We could spread out or be together. Easy to use tv, kitchen appliances, showers. Well equipped. Great location, we did not enjoy the spacious outdoor settings as we went to several places in the area where we checked out the lovely New Mexico landscape, like Jemez Springs and Ghost Ranch.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul Y.

21 Mar 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place in Santa Fe-- very quiet and comfortable

The place was wonderful. Very comfortable, very well equipped and very quiet. Everything was spotless throughout. All furnishing and appliances were high end and well maintained. We didn't use any of the outside features, but everything inside was perfect including great internet service. Communication with the owner was quick and very helpful. Loved it and this will be our go-to place in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Annie M.

8 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

quiet get away

I found the property manager very helpful, He was very responsive and accommodating to our needs. Great communication.The home itself was very charming, and well equipped. However, for relaxing around the fire and tv, a larger couch would have been more comfortable. Maybe one full couch and then a love seat. In addition, I appreciate the need to be careful with towels and water usage, but there was only one towel per person. Not ideal for someone with long hair. On a positive note, the beds were very comfortable!I found the location to be a bit closed in. It is an easy walk down the hill to town, but t is located at the end of a very narrow, tight street, tucked way in and has no views at all. My fault as I did not google earth it in advance.I would probably not stay here again, but only due to its location at the end of the street. It made me feel claustrophobic.Thank you.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gail F.

11 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An idyllic stay at Casa Contemporary

Overall very good, with excellent communication with the property manager. The only areas that need improvement are (1) the laundry area has a persistent moldy smell, also the gaskets need to be replaced on the washer and dryer. (2) brighter light in the living and dining room would make playing games much easier, and it is needed above the master bathroom sink as well.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer K.

17 Mar 2019

The adobe is in a quiet neighborhood with good room for parking

We enjoyed our stay at the adobe. The neighborhood is quiet and convenient for skiing and sightseeing. The kitchen is nicely done and well equipped. The radiant heat kept us toasty, The alarm was going off upon our arrival and Richard the manager came quickly and resolved the issue. We did wish there was more ample seating in the living area and that the bedrooms had TVs in them as well. Also, we had to battle ants and beetles during the entire stay, which was frustrating with small children who were very upset by the bugs.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Vicki C.

23 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our long time go-to home in Santa Fe

This Beautiful secluded home in the quaint historic east side on a hill above Canyon Road, it has lovely furnishings, accessories, and original art. We and our friends have stayed here several times. Overall, the place is clean, with the exception of finding lots of dead bugs around the exterior doors and window sills, which we had to remove. The home was obviously cleaned, but probably not recently checked before our arrival. Each time that we have stayed in this home, we wanted to use the outdoor gas fire pit on the beautiful private patio, but have been disappointed every time that it was not working. We trust that the owner will attend to our suggestions, as we always look forward to making Casa Viga Grande our place to stay on our next trip to Santa Fe.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler W.

2 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house; make sure you have 4 wheel drive or snow chains

Everything about this property was incredible! However, it snowed 3 inches while we were there and the temperature did not rise above freezing until 36 hours later, so we were stuck in the house because the hill to get to the main road was completely iced over and we did not have chains or 4 wheel drive. I had to walk half a mile to uber to Autozone to get snow chains just so we could leave the property. So like i said, amazing property, just be prepared if it snows and doesn't melt.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob G.

10 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice house in Old Santa Fe

The property is very well maintained and stocked with the basics (better than most VRBO's we have rented). The only thing they lacked was proper maintenance of lights under the kitchen counter (less than half were working). Being the first time in the old part of Santa Fe, we were surprised at how narrow many of the streets are (and dirt roads as well). A couple of times we had to stop, back up, and even pull into someone else's driveway to let someone pass in the other direction. That's pretty annoying, particularly if you're driving a big car. We are hikers, so not a problem for us walking up the dirt road hill when walking from the house, but many renters probably only drive to downtown (just a little over a mile from the house). All in all, we really enjoyed our stay and appreciated the nice clean and VERY quiet house.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

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