Cabin

Right on the famous Ruidoso River!!!

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by a wooden railing, overlooking a forested area.
A rustic cabin with a stone foundation, a green exterior, and a wooden door.
A wooden dining room with a table and chairs, a kitchen with wooden cabinets, a window with red curtains, and a clock on the wall.
A fireplace with a brick surround, a framed painting above it, and a television on a wooden cabinet to the right.
A view through a window of a forested area with a dirt path and a building in the background.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
With space for 8 guests, this cabin features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It offers water views and a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Adventure seekers can explore fishing, birdwatching, and game walks nearby, while Grindstone Lake and Wingfield Park provide additional attractions. The property is pet-friendly and located near shopping, a casino, and museums.

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Dog-friendly
  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Ruidoso, NM
  • Place, Wingfield Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cree Medows Public Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Grindstone Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Right on the famous Ruidoso River!!!

Large 2-level south deck overlooking 300 yards of the river with spectacular view of 100-ft Ponderosa pines, mixed with spruce and fir.

Located in the Historic Upper Canyon, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath cabin sleeps 6-8: 1 king, 2 queen, and 1 queen sofabed.

Features include: Wood-burning fireplace, central heat, washer and dryer, local telephone, 3 TVs (satellite), DVD, microwave, coffeemaker, hand mixer, toaster, CrockPot, BBQ propane gas grill, and 3 car parking.

Wildlife sightings: Deer, small animals, and birds, almost certain. Black bear and elk possible but not guaranteed.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Only if housebroken
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There may be additional adjustments made for cancellations made less than 14 days but more than 7 days in advance at owner's discretion.
NO CATS, at any time. Well trained DOGS welcome, as long as they vouch for their owner. Any damage will be paid renter on the honor system.
Call owner with special requests.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 438513vb
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Ruidoso

Located in Ruidoso, this cabin is on the waterfront. Free Spirits at Noisy Water and Museum of the Horse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cree Medows Public Golf Course and The Links at Sierra Blanca. Pillow's Funtrackers and Ruidoso Winter Park are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Ruidoso, NM

What's nearby

  • Wingfield Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Cree Medows Public Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Grindstone Lake - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Pillow's Funtrackers - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 4 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Downshift Brewing Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Schlotzsky's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casitas Café - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Right on the famous Ruidoso River!!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Right on the famous Ruidoso River!!!?

As of 26 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Right on the famous Ruidoso River!!! on 30 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,054, 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 Right on the famous Ruidoso River!!!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Right on the famous Ruidoso River!!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Right on the famous Ruidoso River!!!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Right on the famous Ruidoso River!!! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Wingfield Park, Grindstone Lake and Cree Medows Public Golf Course. Pillow's Funtrackers is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 222 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 222 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 222 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 222 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 222 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place and I will always rent this place for as long as I can.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Very comfortable! Hosts were gre at!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful scenery- comfortable beds- spacious- we really enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time here. Love this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good stay right on the river as described Fireplace was amazingThank you
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came here for a little getaway from the Texas heat, and it was wonderful! Felt like I was walking into grandma‘s cabin in the woods and for all the right reasons! Don’t get me wrong. This cabin is not renovated, but that’s actually what makes it amazing! We spent most of our time sitting on the deck, listening to the river and playing board games and just being bored and it was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and kitchen has everything you could need. Lovely location on the river. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

We really enjoyed our stay here and the location was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome location

Always a amazing stay with the location and wildlife
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet clean and cozy cabin. Loved being so close to the river. Could use some updates but nothing that would deter us from staying here again. We had a great time here!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home

Enjoyed our stay. Nice home, nice location. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Great location. Very nice cabin. Wonderful place to stay. We will certainly return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely 5 stars! The house definitely had a welcoming vibe and our whole family loved being there. The beds were very comfortable and there were plenty of pillows and blankets, which I think is always a bonus. All the small extra things were great - extra towels, dishes, kitchen items, etc. And the back deck and river were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

My family loves staying here. It's a beautiful location and the property owners keep making upgrades and improvements. We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place by the river

We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very relaxing

Location was perfect and sound of river was amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and comfortable. It had everything we needed. Beds were comfortable, kitchen had many things you might have forgotten. Quiet area and the houses on either side were not too close. The area was beautiful and we enjoyed the Elk sleeping and eating in the yard.The river can be heard and seen just off the back deck. We spent lots of time there.Restaurants and shopping were just down the street from the house.Overall, we were very pleased with our stay in Ruidoso, NMHost was prompt with any questions we had before we arrived. We were sent specific directions to the house, which was very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Location

We really enjoyed the location and the creek. The deer and Elk made daily visits.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love it

We really enjoyed the stay. The cabin was clean, location was great, and it was very roomy. It was so nice being so close to the river. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Craig Stay in Ruidoso

Love this property. The sound and view of the river is so relaxing and the location of the cabin is so convenient to dining and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ruidoso Getaway

Our family comes to Ruidoso in October every year. We love the location of this cabin. It has a beautiful view of the river sitting on the back patio. We will definitely plan to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Another great Thanksgiving

Had a great time, enjoyed the river!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
We are very happy you are making this a family tradition for Thanksgiving. Hope you have many Thanksgivings with us in the coming years!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best on the River

Have stayed at many of the river houses. This one has best view and location, is very comfy and owner is responsive and helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2020
Always happy to know how we stack up with our competition! Appreciate your kind words!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful property

Wonderful property in a wonderful location. The entire process was smooth and simple. From booking to check out.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by David and Barbara Benedict

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We are a retired couple who grew up in New Mexico. We love the mountains and the river. We hope you enjoy this cabin as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

This has been described by many as having the best view on the river. We agree!

What makes this property unique

Ruidoso Downs horse racetrack. All American Futurity (Worlds Richest Horserace) - Labor Day. Cabin is close to town, shopping, restaurants, fishing, hiking, gambling, and other activities.

Languages:

English

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