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Charming Old-World Casita, complete with all the modern conveniences.

Top rated by guests

Front entrance to the whole Casa during the day

Full size refrigerator

All your kitchen utensils, microwave, Keurig machine and regular coffee maker.

Full Kitchen, ice maker.

Dishwasher

10.0Outstanding

(50 Ratings)

"Staying at the Casita with the views was the best Vrbo experience ever. Safe and Quiet, Just out of the way with great views but close to everything you would need . Coffee on the back patio in the mo..."

diana L r.

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10.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(50 Ratings)

Villa in Rio Rancho, NM

3 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

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Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

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About this villa rental

Gated New Mexico Southwest Casita, with private patios, views of the lights of Albuquerque, plus volcanoes and the Sandia Mountains. Hot air balloons launch on most mornings around our house. Enjoy sunsets, wildlife like; quail, roadrunners and the sounds of coyotes moving thought the desert on a nightly prowl. During the sunsets you will see Great Horned Owls swooping down to get their nightly snacks while thought-out the day you will see, Red-tailed Hawks, Turkey Vultures and "Cooper's" Hawks fly over daily. Plus we just added a private blocked in back patio and out door kitchen facing west, to enjoy our fantastic high desert sunsets - Natures best.

Amenities at Charming Old-World Casita, complete with all the modern conveniences.

Family friendly

Map of Rio Rancho, NM

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Sandia Peak Tramway

National Museum of Nuclear Science & History

Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park

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Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Expedia properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

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Top rated by guests

10.0Outstanding

(50 Ratings)

"Staying at the Casita with the views was the best Vrbo experience ever. Safe and Quiet, Just out of the way with great views but close to everything you would need . Coffee on the back patio in the mo..."

diana L r.

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

10.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(50 Ratings)

Villa in Rio Rancho, NM

3 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

Map of Rio Rancho, NM

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Sandia Peak Tramway

National Museum of Nuclear Science & History

Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park

About this villa rental

Gated New Mexico Southwest Casita, with private patios, views of the lights of Albuquerque, plus volcanoes and the Sandia Mountains. Hot air balloons launch on most mornings around our house. Enjoy sunsets, wildlife like; quail, roadrunners and the sounds of coyotes moving thought the desert on a nightly prowl. During the sunsets you will see Great Horned Owls swooping down to get their nightly snacks while thought-out the day you will see, Red-tailed Hawks, Turkey Vultures and "Cooper's" Hawks fly over daily. Plus we just added a private blocked in back patio and out door kitchen facing west, to enjoy our fantastic high desert sunsets - Natures best.

Amenities

Family friendly

Things to know

Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Expedia properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.

Service feeThis helps Expedia provide a safer and more secure booking experience.

TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Expedia

Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(50 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Staying at the Casita with the views was the best Vrbo experience ever. Safe and Quiet, Just out of the way with great views but close to everything you would need . Coffee on the back patio in the morning after a good sleep on the most comfortable bed! This Casita had everything you need to enjoy your stay. Decor, so cute and the skylights made us think we left the lights on . Michael and Bernie , thank you for sharing your Casita ! It was great talking with you and we will be back to stay here for sure .

10.0 / 10.0

It was perfect for us.

10.0 / 10.0

Mike and Bernie are the best! We had a great stay. The casita is beautiful and cozy! I loved watching the sunset from our private porch. Our hosts thought of everything. There were snacks, water and plenty of linens. They even supplied a book of movies we could borrow. I can’t say enough about this VRBO!!!

10.0 / 10.0

Super cozy home, Very clean. Would definitely stay again!

10.0 / 10.0

The Casita was a delightful home away from home while visiting our son in Albuquerque. Mike & Bernie are wonderful hosts and made our stay memorable. The Casita is clean, comfortable and has everything you need for a short or long stay. The area is safe, quiet, beautiful and close to amazing shopping, restaurants and attractions. We enjoyed dining out as well as eating in, utilizing the well stocked kitchen and grill. We highly recommend The Casita…you will not be disappointed! We are already looking forward to a return visit!

10.0 / 10.0

Place was very quiet and comfortable. Owners were very friendly.

10.0 / 10.0

We stayed five days while visiting family nearby. The remote location felt like home (we live in the country), and Mike and Bernie made us feel like family. We have recommended them to family that might visit the area in the future. Nothing was lacking--no complaints.

10.0 / 10.0

Michael and Bernie are great hosts and very nice. The Casita is very clean, comfortable and well stocked with basic kitchen and bathroom supplies. The location is peaceful with a beautiful view of the Sandia Mountains. We would stay here agsin.

10.0 / 10.0

Well maintained and beautiful stay just a step outside the city and beautiful views, very comfortable and clean and the hosts are extremely nice and helpfulDespite being along the main house, its well and private, and nice and quiet at night. Would definitely stay here again in the future

8.0 / 10.0

owners were accommodating and friendly. I would have enjoyed some views. Good for 2 people. Clean and comfortable. For future renters, owners live on the property.

10.0 / 10.0

Charming and lovely Vrbo. Pleasant hosts.

10.0 / 10.0

This VRBO is outstanding. The place is well stocked with extra towels, snacks, kitchenware, and information on local attractions. You can also choose from a collection of 900 dvd movies. The hosts were great and very helpful. You will have to drive a bit to see the sights in Albuquerque or Santa Fe.

10.0 / 10.0

Michael and Bernie, have such a warm casita that made my stay there amazing. House was very clean, beautiful views and both are very attentive and accommodatingThank you, Theresa

10.0 / 10.0

I had to visit Rio Rancho for a funeral. Bernie and Mike were truly wonderful hosts. The property is beautiful and well kept. If we find ourselves back in New Mexico, we will definitely want to stay here.

10.0 / 10.0

Our stay at the Casita was absolutely perfect! The casita was spotless, beautifully decorated, and had everything we needed for a comfortable vacation. The location is off the beaten path, but we were pleasantly surprised by the peaceful atmosphere and views of the Sandias. We saw a hot air balloon one morning and we remained warm and cozy while temps dropped and snow fell. This casita is attached to the owners home, but you’d never know that. I hardly saw them while we were there, but when we did, they were like your own family! The host was incredibly responsive and accommodating, making our check-in and communication seamless. They offer over 900 movies to choose from for your entertainment. Everything was so comfortable and exactly what we hoped for. We can't wait to return for another wonderful getaway!

10.0 / 10.0

Just an amazing spot with great views and night skies. Clean, fully appointed space with everything one could want, including a waffle iron, and two coffee makers. Mark and Bernie were kind and attentive. Bed was comfortable and had extra bedding and pillows in the closet. Definitely will stay there again!

10.0 / 10.0

We were in town to visit some family over Thanksgiving and had a great stay, not just because of time with family, but largely because of Mike & Bernie's beautiful, clean, and comfortable property. The bed was comfortable and has lots of storage. The walk-in closet provided even more storage. We loved the large jacuzzi tub with water that gets nice and hot. We were able to unwind after long days of family time with access to Netflix and a DVD player. The kitchen had everything we needed and the entire place was very well kept and clean. There was no outside noise since it's nestled in a sparsely inhabited mesa area. The only hiccup had to do with parking, but our gracious hosts quickly worked with us to accommodate.We highly recommended this stay and we have already decided that the next time we are in the Albuquerque area we would love to be able to stay here again! Thank you Bernie and Mike!- The Gomez's

10.0 / 10.0

The Casita is super comfortable. Enjoyed my stay!

10.0 / 10.0

Great hosts and great option if you prefer the home versus hotel stay on a nice quiet neighborhood!

10.0 / 10.0

We enjoyed the quiet of our stay. Very nice for 2 people. A private patio was the perfect spot to sit and relax. Still close to town but far enough out to be quiet. Amazing view of Rio Rancho lights at night as we drove back after sunset. Every thing needed was provided. Owners are great. A balloon landed right next to our casita one morning, then took back off!

10.0 / 10.0

The casita is a tidy independent unit within the main residence. Nice location on a high spot at the edge of Rio Rancho with open desert to the west and terrific views of the Sandias to the east. Despite the remote-feeling setting, it’s convenient to major arteries into Albuquerque or Santa Fe. Bernie and Mike are excellent, friendly hosts and good communicators. The casita had everything we needed to enjoy our 4-night stay, including a well-appointed kitchen. Would be glad to pay a return visit!

10.0 / 10.0

This was our second time at this property. It is located exactly where we need it. It is a very nice and cozy (great for two people, but not much more) with very attentive owners who live in an attached but completely separate house. The place feels like it is off the path a bit as it is on a dirt road, with great views to the valley, the mountains and the desert, but is very near to just about everything in Rio Rancho. We will be staying here again

10.0 / 10.0

I was only at the property for a couple of nights while in town but really enjoyed it. It was clean and comfortable and the views were amazing! Thank you Mike and Bernie for your hospitality!

10.0 / 10.0

I had a wonderful stay at the Casita. The apartment was very comfortable with a lovely patio out back for a morning coffee. It was far enough off the main drag to be very quiet, yet conveniently close to restaurants, store, and any activities in the area. Mike and Bernie were wonderful hosts. They live on the property and were very available for any questions or assistance I needed, but provided complete privacy otherwise. I would highly recommend the Casita.

10.0 / 10.0

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Mike & Bernie's casita! Super clean, roomy, comfortable, and special touches all around. Would recommend 100%. Mike & Bernie were very friendly and communicated well from beginning to end. Great stay.

10.0 / 10.0

Loved meeting & talking with Mike & Bernie— very warm & gracious hosts who went above and during my stay! The Casita had everything I needed; a highlight was the very comfortable bed for good rest and the location out in the desert. Very clean home, nice touches of artwork, water & snacks provided, charming architecture…highly recommend!

10.0 / 10.0

This property is exactly as advertised. Mike and Bernie were very polite and informative hosts, and the communication was smooth and accurate. I enjoyed the peacefulness and security this property offered. I will definitely be checking on availability of this Casita next time im headong to ABQ.

10.0 / 10.0

Delightful accommodations. I could have stayed for weeks, if not longer. Our hosts were most welcoming and communicated well before and during our stay.

10.0 / 10.0

The house is beautiful! The host was very attentive and very very nice! Will definitely stay again. It was a beautiful view and so quiet. Thank you for a wonderful vacation!

10.0 / 10.0

I think this casita is a 5 out of 5! I highly recommend it and will definitely stay here again in the future. Briefly met the owners, they are wonderful. They checked on us when we were coming in and they were headed out. They made sure we knew if we needed anything we could just ask them.

10.0 / 10.0

Mike and Bernie were incredible hosts! The place was super cute and clean. I enjoyed a wonderful run and slept well. Thanks!

10.0 / 10.0

Just north of Albuquerque, the casita was well appointed, quiet, and relaxing with easy access to surrounding neighborhoods - Nob Hill, Sandia Heights, and North Valley. Mike and Bernie are very kind and thoughtful hosts, which we appreciated. The location requires a rental car as it’s outside the city but 15 minutes to most local hiking trails, parks, restaurants, and oddities, like the Spaceship UFO house.

10.0 / 10.0

The property was a 1 bedroom separate apartment with helpful and attentive property owners living next door. Easy to get to, with a gated driveway. Thanks for a great stay.

10.0 / 10.0

My friend and I went to the Balloon Festival in Albuquerque and rented this 1 bedroom casita. The casita is adjacent to the owners home, doorways are just steps apart. Owners were so accommodating to anything we needed but also gave us complete privacy. The casita is in a newer subdivision so it is actually secluded and very quiet. Security gates and the owners being on site made us feel very safe. The casita has one queen bed that is super comfortable and a very large and comfy leather sofa. Complete kitchen with anything you need. The casita is at a higher elevation than town and the views are spectacular. Would definitely recommend this to single travelers or couples. Would make the perfect set up for traveling nurse, etc.

10.0 / 10.0

We stayed two nights and found the Casita to be as advertised. It is a great place for a couple to stay. Everything was clean and in working order. The owners live next door as the Casita and main house are part of the same building. They were very nice and easy to work with. For those looking for a pretty place just barely off the main path in Rio Rancho yet close to much of it, this is a great place. It should be noted that the home is doing landscaping work (Oct 2023) where the current look is mostly natural desert. The views of the Albuquerque valley is exceptional, especially at night.

10.0 / 10.0

Bernie and Michael were very approachable and always there for any concerns. I would definitely recommend this casita to my friends and family. Super clean and quiet. Thank you for keeping the gate open when I get there late. Bery much appreciated.

10.0 / 10.0

The one bedroom Apartment it self was very nice, had everything you needed, although no cable, only antenna for the TV was a hassle trying to figure out the TV...the property had center blocks in front by the front gate...When we arrived on our check in date, noone was available to let us in, I had to use the Ring door bell Twice to finally get Someone to answer which was Brandon, so Brandon Called, he thought we were not booked for that day we got their,, we had booked for 2 days, had some confusion on the booking. Other than that everything else was great.

10.0 / 10.0

This is a perfect place for a getaway! Clean, comfortable, with everything you need.

10.0 / 10.0

You know that feeling you get when you come home and everything just feels right? That’s the feeling you get staying at Mike & Bernie’s listing. My husband and I have been using vacation rentals since 2017, and this is by far the nicest place we have stayed. The bed was a 10 out of 10. We will DEFINITELY be staying again when we are in the area!

10.0 / 10.0

Awesome place to stay for work and fun! Hosts were nice, helpful, and friendly during our stay. Would definitely stay again! The casita was extremely nice and had everything we needed. Would definitely recommend.