•Ideal location 1+ mile to the Plaza and Railyard, along bike/walking trails. Spacious beautiful 2 level Contemporary Southwest style haven. Peaceful setting with mountains views. Gorgeous well appointed kitchen on lower level which spills into the lush gardens including Koi pond and plentiful outdoor seating.
•Enjoy your breakfast upstairs on a private balcony with views of the magnificent Sangre de Christo mountains. The upper level includes spacious open living area and large bedroom.
The space
•Our Haven in the High Desert is a unique, spacious retreat close to the best of everything Santa Fe has to offer.
•The two-level home built by the owner, a landscape designer, was created on the principle that the outdoors and the interior should be one. The large Craftman style windows bring Santa Fe's brilliant blue skies and sunsets to you! You'll fall asleep to the sound of the Koi Pond's waterfall and you might even get a glimpse of the resident Raven as he swoops down to take a sip of water and visit his Raven replica!
•Your off-street parking space leads you to the gorgeous antique, Mexican Ironwood turquoise gate (there's a lock box with the gate key by the rose bush, draped in clematis). The first door is your entry into a well-appointed kitchen with stainless steel appliances, travertine tile countertops/backsplash, acid stained cement floor, colorful, diamond finished plastered walls, and hand adzed wood beams and posts. There's a half bath conveniently located off the kitchen; a dinning table for six; stainless topped rolling cart and a built-in workstation.
•You may be tempted to head right out to the deep flagstone covered portal filled with plenty of comfortable seating, a barbeque grill, propane heater, ceiling fans, and dimmable lighting. The resplendent gardens offer a lush oasis not often seen in Santa Fe. They are watered by an eco-conscious irrigation system fed by an underground, rooftop water harvesting system.
•Then head upstairs using the hand-carved wood railings, into the Raven's Nest! The generous living area features a brand new, flat screen TV; two large, comfortable, upholstered chairs; a deep, contemporary style couch that seats 3/4; a plush area rug and glass/chrome coffee table; and a new pullout couch (with a memory foam mattress). Lots of designer pillows and floor/ceiling lights complement the cozy atmosphere. There's also a gorgeous, antique, Mexican Trastero filled with jigsaw puzzles and games.
•The upstairs features Australian Eucalyptus, hardwood flooring with radiant heating throughout and a different style of plastered walls.
•The enormous Master Bedroom has a hand crafted wood platform bed with a Queen Tempurpedic mattress, fresh, cotton linens/bedding and down pillows. There are plenty of pillow and blanket choices in the big, walk-in closet, and a clothes iron. There are more Northern NM style antique pieces in the Master Bedroom, including a desk and chair. There's a wood stove for those chilly nights; ceiling fans and a portable (vented) air conditioner for comfortable summer sleeping. Or just open the balcony doors. There are also double cell shades for those that like it dark.
•Your private balcony, with an antique, French Bistro table and chairs offers a view of our magnificent Sangre de Cristo Mountains! Enjoy your coffee with the East morning light or the sunset reflecting from the West.
•The Master Bath has plenty of storage for your toiletries, and a lovely Kholer, Japanese sit bath and shower. We, of course supply cozy, cotton towels; soap; lotion; Shampoo/conditioner; and a new hair dryer.
•The owner is a designer and a collector of art, so you will enjoy a great variety of original artworks throughout the home.
•Welcome to the Raven's Haven and please enjoy!
• 2-night minimum stay
• $225 Cleaning Fee
• $500 Security Deposit (Charged only if there is damage to the property or items are missing.)
• Absolutely no smoking on the property
• Do not disturb the neighbors with loud noise
• Trash/recycling will need to be placed on the curb Sunday evening for Monday pick-up
• A detailed inventory is kept on all items at Raven's Haven. Please be respectful of items belonging to the house and let us know if something is broken during your stay.
• Guests are allowed during the day, but no more than 5 people (5 or over ) allowed to stay in the house overnight.
• Guest access:
Lockbox and keypad entry for self-check in. However, management is available if needed.
• Please be respectful of property, furniture, carpets, etc.. We have invested time, energy, and money to make Raven's Haven beautiful and clean, and want to maintain it for our valued guests.
• Please leave the key in the lockbox every time you come and go from the property to ensure the key will not be lost. If a key is lost, a $50 replacement key/lock system fee will be charged to your account.
•Around the neighborhood, Santa Fe and the outskirts:
This neighborhood is within walking distance of downtown. It is a lovely stroll along the river on Alameda Street all the way there (about 15 minutes). There is a great park opposite the river called Alto Park. Just a few blocks away are the La Montanita Co-Op, Better Day Coffee, and Valentino's authentic Mexican restaurant. This neighborhood is quiet, safe, and inhabited by friendly local families. Santa Fe has a lot to offer, including fine dining, outdoor activities, art galleries, farmer's markets, Native American culture, and lots of local shopping.
•One important note: Santa Fe has very strict DUI laws. If you drive to local restaurants or bars, make sure you have a designated driver or walk to be on the safe side (if needed).
•We highly recommend renting a car. If you are flying into the ABQ airport, there are many options available. If you are flying into the Santa Fe airport, Hertz is available there. Many places in downtown are walking distance from the house, but if you would like to explore outside of Santa Fe, having a car is essential. Ojo Caliente Hot Springs and Abiquiu, where Georgia O'Keefe lived and painted, are only 1.5 hour drive and stunningly beautiful. Also, Abiquiu Lake and Ghost Ranch Retreat Center for wonderful hiking are easy to access. Las Alamos, Tent Rocks, Bandelier National Monument and many more amazing places are within a couple hours drive.
•There is a bus stop located on Alameda Street, which is just down the street, and it is a straight shot and a short ride to downtown.
•Rental bikes are also a great way to get around downtown. Mello Vello is not too far, and they have different types of bikes that fit your specific needs, whether you plan on mountain biking, just cruising around town, or wanting to do some serious road biking. Bikes can be kept in the front secure courtyard.
•There is a train that runs from Belen to Santa Fe with stops in Albuquerque and everywhere in between. It is, unfortunately, not located close to the airport, but it is a fun way to travel up and down the state of New Mexico.
* Check out:
The host requires you complete the following before checking out please.
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the key
Please wash dishes before departure
Please gather towels and put them in their respective bathrooms for the cleaning staff
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Thank you!
Registration Details
STR526026
