House in Ruidoso, NM
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
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About this house rental
Mule Deer Lodge: Your Family Retreat Awaits!
Welcome to Mule Deer Lodge, where the charm of the mountains meets the warmth of home! This inviting 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath cabin is perfect for making lasting memories with family and friends. Experience the daily visits from deer just outside your window, bringing a touch of nature to your stay.
Step inside and feel the homey atmosphere envelop you. The spacious main living room features a cozy wood-burning fireplace and a large flat-screen TV, making it the ideal spot to unwind after a day of adventure. The fully equipped kitchen provides all the essentials for whipping up delicious home-cooked meals, perfect for family gatherings.
Venture downstairs to discover another roomy living area, complete with its own fireplace, where you can enjoy card games or simply relax with loved ones. Step outside to the wraparound deck, where a private hot tub awaits for year-round soaks under the stars. Fire up the propane grill for a BBQ and savor meals outdoors with ample seating for everyone.
Whether you're playing games, soaking in the hot tub, or enjoying the great outdoors, Mule Deer Lodge is your perfect home base for a memorable getaway. Come create your own adventure at this charming cabin!
Mule Deer Lodge is located on the same street as At Wit's End and Moon Mountain Lodge for larger group accommodations.
Ruidoso, Alto, and surrounding areas: Submerse yourself within the towering pines of Lincoln County and watch local wildlife such as elk, deer, wild horses, turkey, birds, and more in their natural habitats. Plan a day basking in the stillness of our national forest while hiking, biking, or fishing, golfing at one of our multiple golf courses or spend a fun night out on the town at one of the area's local attractions! Be sure to swim or fish at the beautiful Grindstone or Alto Lake, delight your senses at Winter Park with roller coaster and tubing, and explore the ski slopes and hiking trails throughout Ski Apache. Win big at one of our three local casinos and enjoy the excitement of live quarter horse racing at Ruidoso Downs Racetrack. Be happy you took a respite from the concrete jungle. Come relax and refresh with us!
Distances to Area Attractions and Travel Time (barring there is not an elk or wild horse traffic jam):
Bonito Lake 16.2 miles; 33 minute drive
Grindstone Lake 4.6 miles; 13 minute drive
Inn of the Mountain Gods 6.9 miles; 15 minute drive
Midtown Shopping District 2.9 miles; 8 minute drive
Ruidoso Downs Racetrack & Casino 5.8 miles; 14 minute drive
Ski Apache Ski Resort 15.8 miles; 35 minute drive
Ruidoso Winter Park/Screaming Eagle Roller Coaster 4.3 miles; 9 minute drive
Bedding: 1 King, 3 Queen
Please Read: Hummingbird Cabins, LLC is the host and who will provide customer service after you've booked your rental home through VRBO. Therefore, be advised that our cancellation policy, in-house policies, and procedures may differ from VRBO. All guests will receive our Guest License Agreement that outlines our policies and procedures and are asked to initial and e-sign before receiving their rental information (address and access code). We ask that you please read our policies as we will adhere to them once you've booked your reservation with us (even when booking through a 3rd party entity).
The fine print, what to expect: Our cabins include basic cable, satellite or streaming television, basic cooking utensils, propane gas grill (propane provided), washer and dryer (if applicable- please look at the amenities), towels and bed linens for guest use along with heating for winter. Our homes come equipped with either a drip or Keurig coffee maker. *Linens and bath towels *Extra blankets and bedding *Spa towels for properties with spas/hot tubs. While our kitchens are fully equipped with glassware/cookware/utensils/dishes, etc. this does not ensure that all homes will have a blender, crock pot, spices, coffee, or condiments. Please call ahead to confirm if items such as these are available. If not, we ask that you bring your own. Basic toiletries in the Master bathroom only are: * bar soap *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom. Basic toiletries in all additional bathrooms (if applicable) are: *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom, *one (1) travel-sized bar soap and/or facial soap. Basic supplies in the home: *five (5) All-Clear laundry pods, *dish detergent in pod or liquid form (quantities may vary and/or be limited), and three (3) Lemi Shine rinse agent in single-use cups (for homes with dishwashers), *liquid dish soap in (at minimum) a partial container (may only be in homes without dishwashers- check amenities to ensure the home you booked has a dishwasher), *two to three (2-3) rolls of paper towels, *two (2) trash liners in each waste basket; one (1) prepared in a basket and at least one (1) in the bottom or under the sink. We encourage guests to please be mindful of the supplies we provide and always bring extras as housekeeping does not deliver more than what is required to be left in the homes. We highly encourage guests to be prepared with access to chains and/or 4-wheel drive in winter months. Firewood is not provided for homes with wood-burning fireplaces.
Welcome to Mule Deer Lodge, where the charm of the mountains meets the warmth of home! This inviting 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath cabin is perfect for making lasting memories with family and friends. Experience the daily visits from deer just outside your window, bringing a touch of nature to your stay.
Step inside and feel the homey atmosphere envelop you. The spacious main living room features a cozy wood-burning fireplace and a large flat-screen TV, making it the ideal spot to unwind after a day of adventure. The fully equipped kitchen provides all the essentials for whipping up delicious home-cooked meals, perfect for family gatherings.
Venture downstairs to discover another roomy living area, complete with its own fireplace, where you can enjoy card games or simply relax with loved ones. Step outside to the wraparound deck, where a private hot tub awaits for year-round soaks under the stars. Fire up the propane grill for a BBQ and savor meals outdoors with ample seating for everyone.
Whether you're playing games, soaking in the hot tub, or enjoying the great outdoors, Mule Deer Lodge is your perfect home base for a memorable getaway. Come create your own adventure at this charming cabin!
Mule Deer Lodge is located on the same street as At Wit's End and Moon Mountain Lodge for larger group accommodations.
Ruidoso, Alto, and surrounding areas: Submerse yourself within the towering pines of Lincoln County and watch local wildlife such as elk, deer, wild horses, turkey, birds, and more in their natural habitats. Plan a day basking in the stillness of our national forest while hiking, biking, or fishing, golfing at one of our multiple golf courses or spend a fun night out on the town at one of the area's local attractions! Be sure to swim or fish at the beautiful Grindstone or Alto Lake, delight your senses at Winter Park with roller coaster and tubing, and explore the ski slopes and hiking trails throughout Ski Apache. Win big at one of our three local casinos and enjoy the excitement of live quarter horse racing at Ruidoso Downs Racetrack. Be happy you took a respite from the concrete jungle. Come relax and refresh with us!
Distances to Area Attractions and Travel Time (barring there is not an elk or wild horse traffic jam):
Bonito Lake 16.2 miles; 33 minute drive
Grindstone Lake 4.6 miles; 13 minute drive
Inn of the Mountain Gods 6.9 miles; 15 minute drive
Midtown Shopping District 2.9 miles; 8 minute drive
Ruidoso Downs Racetrack & Casino 5.8 miles; 14 minute drive
Ski Apache Ski Resort 15.8 miles; 35 minute drive
Ruidoso Winter Park/Screaming Eagle Roller Coaster 4.3 miles; 9 minute drive
Bedding: 1 King, 3 Queen
Please Read: Hummingbird Cabins, LLC is the host and who will provide customer service after you've booked your rental home through VRBO. Therefore, be advised that our cancellation policy, in-house policies, and procedures may differ from VRBO. All guests will receive our Guest License Agreement that outlines our policies and procedures and are asked to initial and e-sign before receiving their rental information (address and access code). We ask that you please read our policies as we will adhere to them once you've booked your reservation with us (even when booking through a 3rd party entity).
The fine print, what to expect: Our cabins include basic cable, satellite or streaming television, basic cooking utensils, propane gas grill (propane provided), washer and dryer (if applicable- please look at the amenities), towels and bed linens for guest use along with heating for winter. Our homes come equipped with either a drip or Keurig coffee maker. *Linens and bath towels *Extra blankets and bedding *Spa towels for properties with spas/hot tubs. While our kitchens are fully equipped with glassware/cookware/utensils/dishes, etc. this does not ensure that all homes will have a blender, crock pot, spices, coffee, or condiments. Please call ahead to confirm if items such as these are available. If not, we ask that you bring your own. Basic toiletries in the Master bathroom only are: * bar soap *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom. Basic toiletries in all additional bathrooms (if applicable) are: *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom, *one (1) travel-sized bar soap and/or facial soap. Basic supplies in the home: *five (5) All-Clear laundry pods, *dish detergent in pod or liquid form (quantities may vary and/or be limited), and three (3) Lemi Shine rinse agent in single-use cups (for homes with dishwashers), *liquid dish soap in (at minimum) a partial container (may only be in homes without dishwashers- check amenities to ensure the home you booked has a dishwasher), *two to three (2-3) rolls of paper towels, *two (2) trash liners in each waste basket; one (1) prepared in a basket and at least one (1) in the bottom or under the sink. We encourage guests to please be mindful of the supplies we provide and always bring extras as housekeeping does not deliver more than what is required to be left in the homes. We highly encourage guests to be prepared with access to chains and/or 4-wheel drive in winter months. Firewood is not provided for homes with wood-burning fireplaces.
Amenities at Mule Deer Lodge | Soak, Relax & Watch Deer from Your Private Mountain Lodge
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Ruidoso, NM
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
Great place to stay. Lots of room and had everything we needed. The hot tub was a nice amenity after a long day of skiing. We really also enjoyed staying in, grilling and enjoying the lodge! Highly recommend!
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
The cabin was great, easy to arrive at, clean, and very spacious.
8 / 10Excellent·Dec 2025
We enjoyed the cabin, in spite of somethings that we had issues with. First, I want to say, that the cabin felt cozy, especially, with the fire in the living room. The beds were very comfortable as well as the pillows. All in all, the cabin is very lovely, although, a bit outdated. The cabin was fully carpeted, which didn't help the inside look. We have been renting large cabins for 15 years in a row, minus the covid period. We are familiar on how carpets look at first sight, that should have been properly, cleaned. The carpet did not have the usual streaks that a vacuum leaves. We used our car vacuum and sure enough, we picked up a lot of dirt and hair. The carpet itself, looked dirty and we just imagined how many people have walked through, dripping wet, after a dip in the hot tub. We found a lot of long black hair in the master bedroom shower stall and my husband's hair is short and mine is bottle blonde. The rest of the party, never set foot in our restroom. All the towels in the restrooms smelled dirty and musty, as if they had been in a hamper for months and taken out and hung up for us to use. We didn't realize this until the first shower, so we had no recourse, but to use them as is. We washed them and they had a clean smell, afterward. We understand that pine needles fall and we are used to this, because we always rent a cabin in the fall. However, we are used to maybe, an inch or two of fallen dry needles, but in this case, the needles were everywhere,
8 / 10Excellent·Jul 2025
Overall, it suited our needs for space. Location and neighborhood were great. The house is outdated, so the showers didn’t work great. The kitchen amenities were not very good for a house of that size. Dishes, utensils, basic spices, etc. could have been much better.
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"Great place to stay. Lots of room and had everything we needed. The hot tub was a nice amenity after a long day of skiing. We really also enjoyed staying in, grilling and enjoying the lodge! Highly re..."
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