When in Ruidoso, you probably intend to spend most of your time outdoors among the mountains and lakes. Christi and Don’s Nuthouse is so welcoming and convivial. However, you might find yourself not wanting to leave its delights.
Let’s start with the great room—and what a great room it is! Encompassing the living area, a dining space, a kitchen, and a game area, this wide-open room boasts a vaulted ceiling, a gas fireplace, and plenty of large windows looking out onto Ponderosa pines and the mountains. Christi and Don’s Nuthouse sleeps ten people, and as many as three mature pets as well. But even if you have a full house, there’s plenty of room for everyone to kick back in the living area and watch TV or play charades. And wait until you stretch out on those leather sofas… so comfortable! More fun awaits in the game area, where you’ll find a pool table.
The dining table seats 8, and there’s room for four more at the breakfast bar. This bar is a handy place to set up your laptop and surf the web via the free WiFi. It’s also a convenient place to sit and help with the cooking (or to at least keep the cook company!). As for the kitchen of Christi and Don’s Nuthouse, it’s equipped with the full gamut of appliances, cookware, gadgets, and tableware. Whether you’re making breakfast omelets, a multicourse dinner, or late-night margaritas, you’ll find all the accouterments you’ll need.
If you prefer cooking and dining alfresco, head out to the covered deck. It’s furnished with a gas grill and a dining table with chairs, and the view of the mountains is spectacular. What’s more, the yard is fenced in, good news if you’re vacationing with your kids or dogs.
Three of the home’s five bedrooms are located on the main floor. The primary suite includes a king-size bed and a private bathroom. The 2nd bedroom features a queen-size bed, while the 3rd has a full-size bed. These bedrooms share the 2nd bathroom, which like the primary includes a combination shower/tub and loads of storage. The remaining two bedrooms are downstairs. Each of these spacious rooms includes a queen-size bed. These share the 3rd bathroom, with its own combo shower/tub. All five bedrooms have a TV.
When you arrive at Christi and Don’s Nuthouse the beds will already be made up, plenty of clean towels will be in the bathrooms, and extra bedding will be ready and waiting. What’s more, the house has a washer and dryer, and the 2-car garage and the circular drive ensure that there’s plenty of parking for all your guests. Then again, if you’re visiting in winter, the snow is probably why. Ski Apache is just over a half-hour drive from Christi and Don’s Nuthouse. Only 10 minutes away is Ruidoso Winter Park, where you can snow tub in winter and soar on a zip line year-round. In warmer weather, you can drive to Alto Lake and Recreation Area in less than 10 minutes; once there you can fish in the stocked lake and explore the surrounding trails on foot, mountain bike, or horseback. And in less than 20 minutes you can drive to the art galleries and shops of Sudderth Drive, the Hubbard Museum of the American West, Billy the Kid Casino, and more.
When you stay at Christ and Don’s Nuthouse, you’ll have a wealth of options at your fingertips. The first order of business, though, is booking your stay. So go ahead, and get ready for your best vacation yet.
Please remember that Ruidoso is a mountain town with snow and icy conditions during the winter. This can affect driving and parking conditions regardless of the property, driveway, or roads. 4x4 or chains may be necessary during the winter months to access your home. Maximum Vehicles 5.
Please Note: A pet fee of $75 applies per pet.
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Hot tub
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
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About the area
Ruidoso
Located in Ruidoso, this cabin is in the mountains. The Links at Sierra Blanca and Cree Medows Public Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Stanton-Snowy River National Conservation Area and Wingfield Park. Ruidoso Winter Park and Pillow's Funtrackers are also worth visiting. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Downshift Brewing Company - 7 min drive
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Zocca Coffee - 4 min drive
The Log Cabin - 5 min drive
Anaheim Jacks - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Christi and Don's Nuthouse | Hot Tub, Fireplace pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Christi and Don's Nuthouse | Hot Tub, Fireplace?
As of 4 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Christi and Don's Nuthouse | Hot Tub, Fireplace on 11 June 2026 start from AU$586, 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.
What time is check-in at Christi and Don's Nuthouse | Hot Tub, Fireplace?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Christi and Don's Nuthouse | Hot Tub, Fireplace?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Christi and Don's Nuthouse | Hot Tub, Fireplace located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of The Links at Sierra Blanca, Ruidoso Convention Center and Cree Medows Public Golf Course. Ruidoso Winter Park and Wingfield Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Thank you for your feedback. I'm glad to hear you found the experience to be peaceful. Your review is much appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Hi Joel,
Thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review. We are thrilled that you loved your experience at Christi and Don's Nuthouse. Our staff will definitely be happy to read what you wrote. We put customer experience and satisfaction as our priority, and your review reaffirms the hard work we put in every day. So thanks for your kind words and we look forward to seeing you again.
The entire experience was great. The layout is perfect for family time. Good location. Beds were comfortable. The only thing I would callout is that this property is a bit dated.
Sadaf A.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We will share this with the team to let them know to keep up the amazing work.
We had 3 adults and two teenagers. Downstairs worked great for teens, adults stayed upstairs. Quiet neighborhood with wildlife and great views!
Sharon C.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
Thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jim & Carolyn K.
31 Dec 2015
Family Christmas #3
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The property was perfect and the snow was great - thanks Goliath! Great to be with family again.
Jim & Carolyn K.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
James and Carolyn, Thank you so much for taking the time to post such positive feedback! We are very happy you enjoyed your stay in Christi and Don's Nuthouse and that you were as glad to see snow as we were!! Thank you again, and we look forward to seeing you next time around! Best wishes, Cindi Clayton Davis
Verified
4/10 Poor
Angela G.
14 July 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
It was not a very good experience. There was only one bed that was comfortable and that was in the master bedroom. One room was so small you couldn’t even put your suitcase down and the bed was not big enough for two people. My husband had to sleep on the couch. The dishwasher was about to fall out of the wall. Bathroom sink in the bathroom near the garage wouldn’t drain. Hot tub caused the bedroom to be so hot and no one returned my phone call about it. Needs major updating.
Angela G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We appreciate your feedback, as it helps us identify areas for improvement. We regret that your stay did not meet your expectations. Please know that your comments have been noted, and we will address the issues you have raised to enhance the guest experience. We hope you will consider giving us another opportunity to provide you with a more satisfactory stay in the future.
The house was open and great for a family. The kitchen was very poorly stocked; no baking pans/sheets, not enough cooking utensils and not enough silverware. The owner needs to update/replace many rusty sinks. The decor could use updating but the rusty sinks are less than desirable.Also there is no heat in the lower level where two bedrooms are located. The management company is amazing. They were attentive to things we needed and very easy to work with. Bottom line,
we would use the agency again but choose another location until Updates are made.
This was our second time here. We had a little different assortment of family this time. But it was all great. Twin beds would be nice in some of the bedrooms when there’s children.
Nice location and home. Hot tub didn’t work and pool table and sticks were in disrepair. Cute house. Good access and parking. Kitchen, living room and porch were great. Was quiet and overall a nice place.
We generally enjoyed the house. Some bathroom and bedroom doorknobs wouldn't lock or latch properly. A fenced yard with No gate is useless. Some blinds were inoperative. The light fixture above the tub in the hall bathroom leaked after the rain Tuesday night. So basically a few fixes are needed to make this nice house better. Having the hot tub in the master bedroom is awkward. But it is broken anyway. Also I didn't see the 2 step sunken living room mentioned in the ad and was a problem for our 8 year old in a wheelchair chair. We made do and our family had a good visit in beautiful Ruidoso.
Pictures are deceiving online. Walked into an unkept rental. Pool sticks were mostly broken, only two were usable and one was a short stick. Master suite bed was broken, bottom sheet was not fitted which made for a restless night due to the sheet rolling up. A piece of dirty carpet was placed in the master bathroom. Bedding through out the home was dated and dirty ( I have pictures if needed).
Toilet seat in down stairs bathroom did not fit the toilet, shower curtain had what appeared to be blood on the inside. Carpet was dirty. Barstools in kitchen are old and unsafe, walls around bar need proper repair. Filthy between stove and counters, stove needs to be pulled out and cleaned behind. All sinks in bath I are rusted with the exception of the bathroom coming in from the garage, which is weirdly located. Spa in master says it’s not advertised on the web site but it is listed as an amenity. The yard is horribly kept, dirty and unsafe for kids to play in. The only positive is the deck, and even that needs to have a cover that doesn’t let rain in, we were forced to sit in the dirty garage when it rained, used one of the lawn chairs in the garage and it collapsed when my brother sat in it.
Don snd Christie’s Nut House needs to be listed as Don and Christie’s Dirty Not as advertised House. We won’t be staying again and will not recommend Condotel’s again.
House, deck are great. Kitchen perfect. Great area. Can't tell from pics, but living room is sunken. "TV in every room", so small. Steps are going down to the yard, couldn't a dog get up those steps? Needs paint touch-ups and a little TLC to front yard. Really has 4 bathrooms. A + Enjoyed our visit to this house.
Mary Jo T.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
4/10 Poor
Sarah M.
15 July 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Not As it Appeared
The photos of this house do not capture the true nature of it. The moment we opened the front door, the stench was sickening. We had to open as many windows as we could for several days to get the smell out. The house is extremely outdated and felt very dirty. I would not stay there again nor would I recommend it.
Plenty of space in house & view of El Capitan was fabulous! Snowed twice so loved that of course...
Hot tub did not work..definitely needed attention from maintenance..
But all in all, perfect spot to stay...
Jeanie M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
Jeanie,
Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback with us. It means so much when our best customers share their experiences. We will look into the hot tub issue right away. We are delighted you had a great time. We hope to see you soon.
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and hope you will stay again.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Heather V.
22 Apr 2019
Once in a lifetime experience!
We all had a good time! Thank you for sharing this house! Amazing view and loved seeing all the wild life!
Heather V.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bill A.
11 Dec 2018
Nothing could have been better!
Everything exceeded expectations; the area, the house, the amenities, and the vacation with the family.
Bill A.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Wendy T.
17 July 2018
Amazing views and plenty of space for everyone!
Thank you for allowing us to stay in your home. We enjoyed every minute. We usually go, go, go but the home was so comfy we stayed in a lot. The main issue we had was that the bathroom doors didn't lock. We made a rule that if the door was shut, don't open it and it worked well.
Wendy T.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
Hello Wendy,
Thank you for your great feedback. We are glad that you enjoyed your time and found it to be comfortable. We apologize for the inconvenience of the bathroom door. We will look into this and correct it for all future stays. Again thank you for your comments and we hope that you will visit us again soon.
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