Elena's Sandia Sanctuary - An Irvie Home

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A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a pool, and a well-maintained garden.
A desert landscape with a house, gravel pathways, and sparse vegetation.
A mountainous landscape with dense forests and a clear sky.
A hot tub with a mountain view, surrounded by greenery and a brick wall.
A dining table set with wine glasses, a loaf of bread, and a vase of flowers, with mountain views through large windows.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy a spacious layout that gives everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Albuquerque, NM
  • Place, Sandia Peak Tramway
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Balloon Fiesta Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Sandia Casino
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Albuquerque

Located in Northeast Heights, a neighbourhood in Albuquerque, this holiday home is in the mountains. Cliff's Amusement Park and Putts N Pints are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit ABQ Uptown and Coronado Center. Hinkle Family Fun Center and National Museum of Nuclear Science & History are also worth visiting.
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Map
Albuquerque, NM

What's nearby

  • Sandia Peak Tramway - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • North Domingo Baca Dog Park - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Foothills Trails - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Balloon Fiesta Park - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Sandia Casino - 11 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 23 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smith’s Fuel Center - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Twisters - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elena's Sandia Sanctuary - An Irvie Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Elena's Sandia Sanctuary - An Irvie Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elena's Sandia Sanctuary - An Irvie Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elena's Sandia Sanctuary - An Irvie Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elena's Sandia Sanctuary - An Irvie Home located?

Located in Northeast Heights, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Sandia Peak Tramway and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Cibola National Forest. Balloon Fiesta Park and Foothills Trails are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice housecfir 4 families, alkvrelated

Very comfortable! Well located, & very good amenities, supplies and features!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Home for a Family 505 Stay!

I am from the 505 and returned the weekend of April 11 for a small family reunion. This house was wonderful, plenty of room for 10 of us, close proximaty to anything in ALB. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2024
Hi Dora, Thank you so much for choosing Irvie Homes Vacation Rentals for your stay! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the house and found it spacious enough. It's great to know that the location worked well for you, too. We hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Albuquerque! Best regards, Irvie Homes Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best rental

This is, by far, the best rental house I’ve ever stayed in. There were a ton of extra touches and it made the stay even more enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2024
Hi Rene. Thank you for staying at Irvie Homes Vacation Rentals. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the extra touches and had such a wonderful stay. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Stay

This property is great for a family with people of all ages. There are plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms. The view is just beautiful! Perfect! We will stay here again when our family gets together.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hockey Trip

Came with some other dads because our boys were playing games nearby at outpost arena. Home was great. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet house with a great Mountain View

Communication with property management was smooth. House was well equipped and was perfect for a getaway. Beautiful floors and design features. Had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sandia Escape

Wonderful week at the base of the Sandias in the old Elena’s land grant. At the edge of the reservation, we got to experience wildlife like hawks and bison. The house was wonderful and the host had everything we needed. Maybe the grill was a little small, but we managed. Will definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect house for large group

The property was just as described - 5 bedrooms was perfect for 4 couples and 1 small child. House is in a very nice area of Albuquerque and very close to stores and restaurants. Host was very responsive when I asked questions. I would definitely recommend this house and we will most likely book again when we return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Landing Spot For Graduation!

This home was the most beautiful quiet annd PERFECT spot for or family to reunite for my daughter's college graduation! Our events were held in other locations but for the whole family to be able to come back home after events, to eat or relax! The home itself was stunning. The layout made it nice for separation! The views were spectacular and it was extremely easyvto check in and out of! Thank you for such a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Visit

Home is large and well appointed. Very peaceful and great views. Only issue we had was the beds were extremely firm. Otherwise, highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2024
Hi David. Thank you for choosing Irvie Homes Vacation Rentals for your recent stay. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the spacious, well-appointed home, the peaceful environment, and the great views. We appreciate your feedback about the beds and will look into this matter to enhance the comfort for future guests. Your recommendation means a lot to us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas 2023

We stayed in this beautiful property in the week following Christmas. It was perfect for us and covered every need! We had a wonderful time in Albuquerque, and amazing times in the house and slept peacefully at night. All we could ask for!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Grand Views, Spacious House

Awesome location with a view of the Sandias! Lots of windows and space to spread out. Fire pit was great! Property management responds right away! Note, only one bedroom for two kids if they sleep separately and a daybed with trundle in downstairs living room. Just a planning note. We had a great week there!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2024
Thank you, Joshua, for staying at Irvie Homes Vacation Rentals and for your wonderful review! We’re delighted that you enjoyed the spacious layout, beautiful views of the Sandias, and the fire pit. We’re also glad our team could respond promptly to your needs. Thank you for the note about sleeping arrangements – we appreciate your planning tip for future guests! We’d love to welcome you back for another great stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location/peaceful setting

Great location in a quiet neighborhood yet easily accessible to main arteries. Beautiful backyard views of Sandia mountains. Wonderful Zen garden. Inside decor was beautiful and soothing. Large rooms and multiple places to relax both inside and out. Garage access made entering/leaving very convenient. Stocked coffee/tea collection was a bonus. Both property manager and host were readily available for questions. No shoes allowed in house but plenty of slippers provided.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2023
Hi Grant. We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for choosing Irvie Homes Vacation Rentals for your recent stay. Your kind words warm our hearts, and we are thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience at our property. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us, and it motivates us to continue providing exceptional experiences for our guests. We hope you left with wonderful memories of your time here at Irvie Homes Vacation Rentals.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family trip

Our family needed to stay in a larger home to attend my niece’s wedding in the Albuquerque area. We looked at many homes, but really loved this location being at the edge of the mountains. The house was beautiful, clean, and had every extra that we could have imagined. The views were amazing and the quiet neighborhood was great to jog in. The communication with the staff at Irvie homes was great and both the check-in and checkout process was so easy compared to other properties. I have stayed at numerous vacation homes throughout the world over the last decade, and I have to say this was the best one so far! We will probably come back again just for fun next time!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2024
Hi Heather, Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing Irvie Homes Vacation Rentals for your stay in Albuquerque! We are thrilled to hear that our home met your needs and that you enjoyed the beautiful location, cleanliness, and amenities. It's great to know that our communication and check-in/check-out process added to your positive experience. We are honored to be considered the best vacation home you've stayed in over the last decade. We look forward to welcoming you back for another stay in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Perfect Multigenerational Retreat

Rating: Our family recently had the pleasure of staying at this wonderful home, and it was absolutely perfect for our multigenerational holiday getaway. The incredible setting at the base of the Sandia Mountains provided breathtaking sunsets every evening, creating unforgettable moments for all of us.The layout of the home was fantastic, with numerous gathering areas that allowed everyone to come together comfortably. Whether we were enjoying meals, playing games, or simply relaxing, there was always a cozy spot to connect and share laughter.I cannot recommend this home enough and genuinely hope to return in the future. Additionally, the house manager was incredibly responsive and checked in on us several times during our stay, ensuring we had everything we needed. Overall, this experience was truly special, and we are grateful for the memories made here!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Yes, the house is spectacular. The view is beautiful. However, check-in was not great. Never did get the front door keypad to work (battery was dead). Took us hours in the hot sun before we were able to get in. And that was only due to the fact that several of the back door latches were broken, so we finally just let ourselves in the back, and then used the garage door to go in & out for the rest of the stay. The rear balcony had several loose boards, and deck screws sticking up (which one of the girls cut her foot on, due to the fact that shoes are not allowed). Were finally able to communicate the problems with the property manager on the final day. Am not a fan of the "nickel & diming" the renters. Extra fees to use the hot tub, check-in early or stay an our later, etc. We've stayed in many VRBO's over the years, and never experienced all the extra fees
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Communication

So many mice

This is a lovely property but when we returned from the rehearsal dinner there were mice everywhere. In the bathrooms, on the stairs, in the bedrooms. And as we looked, we found traps everywhere so clearly, they knew there was a problem. The local property manager did not respond that evening and never did. We did not know what to do. My children absolutely freaked out, so at 10 pm. we were scrambling to find a hotel. And we were a big group needed 5 hotel rooms, not easy to find. I did get a refund but that really does not seem like enough. I was not going post a review, but you keep asking me how my experience was so now I feel compelled. In the end it was very unpleasant, stressful and more expensive than we had planned. I will think twice before booking a VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. I’m truly sorry for the distress caused by the presence of a mouse at the property during your stay. I understand how unsettling this must have been for you and your family, and we regret any inconvenience this may have caused. When you informed us of the situation on the evening of your check-in, we immediately addressed your concerns and took steps to help resolve the situation. We authorized a refund promptly after our discussion, as guest satisfaction is very important to us. Since your stay, we have taken prompt and thorough action to address the issue. A professional pest control service has inspected the property and made recommendations, which have been fully implemented to minimize any future occurrences. We appreciate your feedback, which helps us continue to improve our services. If you have any further concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts with us. Carl Vidal
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views were amazing. Plenty of room for our family of 8. Close to La Luz hiking. Nice quiet neighborhood. Ac worked great, bathrooms were clean and water pressure great. Only suggestion would be for a few more pans and bowls. Plenty of dish and glassware available. We would definitely start again. Several beautiful spots at house to enjoy a meal it coffee
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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