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Deer Lover's Paradise w/Hot Tub. Private retreat but only 5 mins to downtown.

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Nestled in the woods, our peaceful retreat offers a serene escape. Relax on the wrap-around deck and feed deer or unwind in the hot tub after a day on the slopes.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Deer Lover's Paradise w/Hot Tub. Private retreat but only 5 mins to downtown.

Enjoy our peaceful retreat in the woods. Sit on the wrap around deck and feed the dozens of deer. Or just enjoy our stunning views. Relax in the hot tub after a day on the slopes. We have a little of everything....privacy but still just a mile from the ski area road and just 5 minutes to the heart of downtown. 15 minutes to Ruidoso Downs.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Return furniture as it was.
Leave sheets and towels in the floor by the washer
Clean bbq grill if you used it. Make sure propane tanks are off.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please pay attention to all Hot Tub Rules. There will be fines for damages or neglect of property. Report any damage to the property or home.
Leave the home as you found it. DO NOT MOVE FURNITURE OR TAKE OUTSIDE. Follow checkout instructions.
NO PARTIES. NO SMOKING ON THE PROPERTY AT ALL. RESPECT OUR NEIGHBORS AND OUR HOME.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: There is a spiral staircase.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Located in Sun Valley, a neighborhood in Alto, this cabin is in the mountains. Free Spirits at Noisy Water and Museum of the Horse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ruidoso Winter Park and Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts. Ruidoso Winter Park and Pillow's Funtrackers are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledding. Visit our Alto travel guide
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Map
NM, Alto

What's nearby

  • Ruidoso Winter Park
    3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Eagle Creek Sports Complex
    3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca
    8 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Ruidoso Convention Center
    10 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Wingfield Park
    12 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Downshift Brewing Company
    12 min drive
  • Starbucks
    12 min drive
  • Schlotzsky's
    12 min drive
  • Lost Hiker Brewing Company
    12 min drive
  • Zocca Coffee
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Deer Lover's Paradise w/Hot Tub. Private retreat but only 5 mins to downtown. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Deer Lover's Paradise w/Hot Tub. Private retreat but only 5 mins to downtown.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Deer Lover's Paradise w/Hot Tub. Private retreat but only 5 mins to downtown.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Deer Lover's Paradise w/Hot Tub. Private retreat but only 5 mins to downtown. located?

Located in Sun Valley, this cabin is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Ruidoso Winter Park and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Eagle Creek Sports Complex. The Links at Sierra Blanca and Ruidoso Convention Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Deer Lover's Paradise w/Hot Tub. Private retreat but only 5 mins to downtown. Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesus G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, beautiful, peaceful. Relaxing, great for families/couples, perfect base for exploring
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chase N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin, very conveniently located. It had everything we needed for a fun filled weekend of hiking and exploring!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mei T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have a wonderful stay, the house is well stock, have every we need to make our stay comfortable. We enjoy the quiet neighborhood and the beautiful view.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time on our stay. The location of this property and the views were amazing. The host was easy to communicate with and answered promptly. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

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

Great stay

We were very pleased with location and cabin itself. It made for an idyllic mountain getaway.All good and we hope to return again sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arianna R.

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

Great location!

Everything was just as described. Property is beautifully maintained and the hot tub is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

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

2nd Stay

Awesome property, very clean, and great host. This was our second stay and will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeanna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location, home was clean and as described. Host responded quickly with any questions we had. enjoyed watching the mule deer in the evening. beautiful views! we saw the Elk in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy W.

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

Deer paradise

Great home great views lots of animals
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cesar B.

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

Stacy was an outstanding host!

Appreciated the open communication, cleanliness of the space and great location of the cabin. Me and my family had a great time and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rena W.

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

Lovely

Lovely spot, comfy, clean and welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Family holiday heaven!

We had a fantastic stay with our family and my sister’s family. The house was beautifully decorated for the Christmas holidays, making it feel so warm and festive. We loved the wildlife around the property, the stunning sunrises and sunsets, and how peaceful yet convenient the location was. A truly memorable getaway—can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruslan F.

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

Serene, Cozy, & Stunning

This cabin was a splendid place for our family to stay! It was gorgeous and cozy! It was VERY clean and the hot tub was a huge plus! Our favorite part was getting to see all the wildlife (deer and horses right outside the cabin). The property feels very secluded, but yet easy to get to anything you want to go to! Thanks for an amazing stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most special week in Ruidoso for my son's senior graduation. The Deer Lover's Paradise is fantastic with scenic views! Ms. Stacy is a wonderful host and was very helpful, especially when we asked to stay an extra night. She made the process as seamless possible. Will be staying again!
Deer Lover's Paradise in July
Ruidoso offers much to do!
Sunrise from the front balcony!
Your whole family will enjoy the hot tub!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well stocked kitchen, holiday decorations, comfortable beds and nice sheets and towels. Stacey was very responsive. The kids loved the lofts and toys to play with. Our only recommendation would be a coffee table in the living room for games and puzzles, the dinning room table is small and the only place to eat and do games. Overall we would recommend to friends and would stay again. We walked around alto lake trail in the mornings, went ice skating in Ruidoso and went tubing in Cloudcroft. The house is very comfortable and feels like a home. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly L.

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

Cozy home away from home!

This house was so cozy and in a perfect location…it was in a quiet neighborhood with lots of wildlife and still a quick drive into town. We were greeted by wild horses, elk, and deer! Very clean, fully equipped, and comfortable for our family. Loved the porch, the hot tub, fireplace, and sunrises/sunsets!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

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

Amazing property!

This property was fabulous! We had amazing communication from the property owner. Everything was very clean and well maintained. We enjoyed the natural beauty of the location as well as the well decorated and cozy home. We would recommend this property to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy W.

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

Peaceful Weekend

This is our first time staying at this property and we loved it. Even our teenage son enjoyed the stay at the property. The wild horses and deer came up on back patio. The house was cozy and exactly as listed. It was quiet and so peaceful and views amazing. This is now our favorite place in Alto. We enjoyed it so much we have already booked our second stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Didn’t want to leave!

Our stay was wonderful and the property was even nicer than than the pictures indicated! Had a once in a lifetime experience feeding wild horses and deer off the back deck! The house has great views and is warm and inviting - such a great feel - We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

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

So Cozy

Had the best time at this property. Host is fantastic and easy to communicate with. Attention to detail throughout the home makes your stay so effortless. Excellent location, easy to visit ski area and go into town when needed. Elk and deer frequented the premises. Hot tub at night under the stars is magical. Lovely home, hope to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristal R.

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

Great host, great property!

Stacy is an awesome host, and her property is amazing! It has beautiful views and lots of wildlife. We had so many deer and horses stop by right outside the back door! Our kiddos had so much fun getting up close and feeding them apples. The only minor complaint I have is that there was a lot of dog hair on the couches, living room rug, and bedrooms; besides that, everything was perfect. The house is cozy, well stocked, clean, and comfortably fit my family of 9. Definitely stay here for some unforgettable memories! Thank you, Stacy!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eda R.

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

Beautiful home

My husband and I personally believe that this house is way more beautiful then the pictures. It was very clean, well stocked and so comfortable. We loved sitting in the living room looking out the window watching the deer. We were also lucky enough to see the wild horses (2 days in a row) directly off the back porch and in front of the house. It was amazing to sit in the living room and watch them. Stacy is the best and very friendly. She was quick to respond to all my questions. You wont regret staying here and we will definitely be booking this house again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Very quiet and peaceful. Host was great at communicating. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home amazing host none better
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bree S.

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

Weekend getaway

This cabin is absolutely amazing to stay at. It’s definitely one of the cleanest I’ve ever been into and super easy to get in touch with the host. Check in and out is a breeze definitely will be staying again here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025