Sky Islands Retreat in Rodeo w/ Mountain Views!

Escape the hustle and bustle of life and retreat to this biodiverse area bordering Rodeo, NM and Portal, AZ. This 3-bed, 2-bath vacation rental sits on 20 acres, featuring a cozy living area, a full kitchen, and on-site walking trails. Enjoy local birdwatching, take an Eco-tour, hike the Second Switchbacks Silver Peak Trail, explore Cave Creek Canyon, or tour The Chiricahua Desert Museum! At day's end, relish the stunning sunsets and stargaze into the darkest skies in America. It's up to you! -- THE PROPERTY -- Frontier Location on Portal, AZ Border | Bortle Class 1 Skies | Central A/C & Heating | Washer/Dryer | Furnished Porch Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Queen Beds MAIN FEATURES: Smart TV, 2 dining tables, books, fenced yard, ceiling fans, garden-style bathtub, furnished patio, addt’l outdoor seating areas, mountain views, walking trails KITCHEN: Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher, dishware/flatware, cooking basics, coffee maker, microwave, toaster, chest freezer GENERAL: Free WiFi (Starlink), electric heating, linens/towels, laundry detergent, trash bags, paper towels, hair dryer, complimentary toiletries FAQ: Quiet/dark hours (after 10:00 PM), wildlife on-site ACCESSIBILITY: Single-story home, 2 steps to enter PARKING: Carport (1 vehicle), hard-packed driveway (2 vehicles) -- THE LOCATION -- ATTRACTIONS: The Chiricahua Desert Museum (3 miles), Cave Creek Visitor Info Center (10 miles), Southwestern Research Station (14 miles), Chiricahua National Monument (92 miles), Tombstone (101 miles) OPT OUTSIDE: El Poco Lobo Hacienda (4 miles), Cave Creek Canyon (10 miles), Second Switchbacks Silver Peak Trail (13 miles), Burro Peak (74 miles), hiking, birdwatching, stargazing, mountain biking TRAILS & CAMPGROUNDS: McCord Trail (10 miles), Silver Peak Trailhead (10 miles), Sunny Flat Campground (12 miles), South Fork Trailhead (13 miles), John Hands Waterfall (15 miles), Herb Martyr Campground (16 miles) NEARBY EATS: Sky Islands Grill & Grocery (2 miles), Rodeo Grocery & Cafe (5 miles), Portal Peak Lodge Store & Cafe (8 miles) AIRPORTS: Tucson International Airport (160 miles), El Paso International Airport (177 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs and cats only, 2 pets max) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - No candles or fires of any kind - Do not adjust the irrigation - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: Please observe quiet/dark hours after 10:00 PM; this includes no outdoor lights, no loud music or noise that may reach the main road, and all curtains/blinds must be closed - NOTE: There may be wildlife present during your stay; watch for snakes and predators (coyotes, bear, wild cats). Do not approach or feed any animals - NOTE: This single-story home requires 2 steps to enter - NOTE: This property runs on a septic system, please do not flush anything but toilet paper - NOTE: Do not remove decor or landscaping such as desert rocks - NOTE: The sheds are not available for guest use - NOTE: It is recommended that you do your shopping prior to arrival; there are minimal options nearby