Upper Canyon charmer on the river

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Ruidoso, NM

Pillow's Funtrackers8 min drive
The Links at Sierra Blanca8 min drive
Grindstone Lake9 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

About this property

River Bear Retreat is a 3 bedroom/3 bath house on the river. The main floor has the kitchen, dining room, living area with a fireplace, and a nook with a desk and a futon. The upper bedroom has a queen bed and a large bathroom with a shower and access to one of the decks. The lower level has a living area and 2 bedrooms/2 baths, a king bedroom (with deck access) and a queen bedroom. Lower level bathrooms have a large tub and separate showers. All bedrooms have fireplaces. Flat screen TVs in both living areas and two of the bedrooms. A queen sleeper is in the lower living area. The house has three large decks - one off the upper bedroom, a covered deck off the lower king bedroom, and a lower deck closer to the river. There's a small deck off of the lower living area. The front of the house has a grill with eating area. All decks and bedrooms are accessible from the outside. Path to the river on the property. Hi-speed internet & AT&T cell booster.

Property manager

Susan Dominy

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-in time is 4:00 PM Mountain time Check-out time is 11:00 AM Mountain time *Early check-in or late check-out must be approved prior to your stay • No smoking permitted in the house or on the premises • Pets are not permitted. • Damage Deposit: The damage deposit of $200 is fully refundable within seven (7) days of departure provided the following provisions are met. o There has been no smoking inside the cabin. o There have been no pets in the cabin. o All contents of cabin have been accounted for and there is no damage. o The cabin doesn’t require excessive cleaning. • Fireplace: Please do not throw any paper or other materials in the fireplaces. Please do not sleep with fireplace on. • Storm Policy/Road Conditions: No refunds will be given for storms. Mountain roads can be curvy and steep. The City of Ruidoso is responsible for maintaining roads; however, we recommend four wheel drive and/or chains during the snow months. We do not refund due to road conditions. • The owners are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while on the premises or its facilities. The owners are not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises or others whom they invite to see the premise.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number STR19-8248

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ruidoso

Located in Ruidoso, this holiday home 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 Billy the Kid Scenic Byways Visitors Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking, hiking/biking trails and horse riding.

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What's nearby

Wingfield Park - 6 min drive
Cree Medows Public Golf Course - 7 min drive
Pillow's Funtrackers - 8 min drive
The Links at Sierra Blanca - 8 min drive
Grindstone Lake - 9 min drive

Getting around

Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

Lost Hiker Brewing Company - 6 min drive
Log Cabin Restaurant - 8 min drive
Starbucks - 5 min drive
Hidden Tap - 6 min drive
Tall Pines Beer and Wine Garden - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Upper Canyon charmer on the river pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Upper Canyon charmer on the river?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upper Canyon charmer on the river?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Upper Canyon charmer on the river located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Grindstone Lake and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Wingfield Park. Cree Medows Public Golf Course and Pillow's Funtrackers are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Monica G., Los Lunas, NM

27 Jan 2024

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

Amazing Views

We had such a great time at this place we did not want to leave. The views are absolutely breathtaking. The cabin was spacious and relaxing. All 3 bedrooms have en suite bathrooms and a fireplace. Communication with the property manager was great.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan P., Lubbock Tx USA

5 Nov 2023

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

Excellent Cabin By River

Very nice 3 bedroom cabin by river. Our family had a great time there. We would definitely stay again! Good communication with local representative and owner!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeri C.

7 Sept 2023

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

Perfect

We brought my parents here on vacation. My dad has been coming to Rudiso for 45 years in his RV but stopped when covid hit because of health reasons. I rented this house and it was absolutely perfect! Loved that all rooms had own outside access to their own deck. The view was beautiful and the steam was so soothing! Great place for family.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tori F.

2 Aug 2023

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

End of summer Vacation

The cabin was beautiful, in a wonderful location right by the river. We enjoyed sitting on the decks listening to the river and seeing deer almost every day we were there. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Tammy S.

31 July 2023

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

Enjoyable stay

What started out as a little concerning ended up being a great stay. We arrived a little early and cleaning staff were there cleaning and we talked to them through the open front door. We told them we would come back. When we came back and hour later the room temp was showing 85 and the thermostat was on 65. Not sure why they had the front door open while cleaning but I beleive it caused the AC to freeze up. The bottom floor was nice and cool and we had no problems staying cool that evening. There was an AC man that came the next day and he agreed that the AC was probably froze up due to the door being left open and causing it to run nonstop. We were fine after the initial 12 hours and the cabin cooled down and we were able to enjoy both floors. It has beautiful scenery and we enjoyed having a stream right there at the cabin. The rooms were clean and comfy. We would not hesitate to recommend this cabin to others even after the first night AC problem.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susan Dominy

Our family's been vacationing in Ruidoso for over 40 years and consider it our second home. We love the laid back feel of the community and all of the activities the area offers.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with location and character of this property. The house is tucked away in the Upper Canyon on the river with great decks and a path down to the river.