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River Ridge Retreat Pet Friendly | Secluded Ridge-Top Escape w/ Sunroom & Starry Hot Tub Nights

Cabin near Grindstone Lake in Ruidoso

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4114 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Ruidoso, NM
  • Place, Cree Medows Public Golf Course
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Pillow's Funtrackers
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Grindstone Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the area

Ruidoso

In Ruidoso .You'll find Pillow's Funtrackers and Wingfield Park within 2 miles (3 km) of this cabin. Cree Medows Public Golf Course and The Links at Sierra Blanca are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Cree Medows Public Golf Course - 1 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Pillow's Funtrackers - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Grindstone Lake - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 9 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Downshift Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Schlotzsky's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lost Hiker Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cattle Baron - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

River Ridge Retreat Pet Friendly | Secluded Ridge-Top Escape w/ Sunroom & Starry Hot Tub Nights

River Ridge Retreat: Your Secluded Mountainside Hideaway

Escape to River Ridge Retreat where nature's beauty and cozy comforts come together for the perfect getaway! Perched atop a hill with a stunning view of Midtown Ruidoso and the distant mountains, this charming 2-bedroom cabin offers the best of both worlds—seclusion and convenience. Just minutes from downtown, but tucked away on the ridge, you'll enjoy the soothing sounds of the Rio Ruidoso River below and the tranquil mountain air.

Begin each day basking in the warmth of the oversized sunroom, sipping your morning coffee while soaking in the breathtaking views. Snuggle up next to the gas fireplace as the mountain vistas greet you, or head outside to fire up the grill and dine al fresco while taking in the natural surroundings. When evening falls, unwind in the private hot tub on the lower deck—secluded from neighbors but still open to the gorgeous sights around you.

Ideal for a small family retreat or a romantic getaway, River Ridge Retreat has plenty of charm and character packed into its cozy 1,224 square feet. The two themed bedrooms and mountain-inspired décor throughout the home make it a unique and delightful space to relax and recharge. Plus, your furry friends are welcome too! With a fenced-in backyard and a few walking paths, your dogs will enjoy the adventure just as much as you.

River Ridge brings comfort, charm, and natural beauty together in one peaceful package. Let the sounds of the river and the mountain breezes carry your cares away—this is the retreat you've been waiting for!

PLEASE NOTE: Only a window AC unit in the living room.

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 2.1 miles; 6 minute drive
Inn of the Mountain Gods 3.8 miles; 8 minute drive
Midtown Shopping District 0.9 miles; 3 minute drive
Ruidoso Downs Racetrack & Casino 4.1 miles; 10 minute drive
Ski Apache Ski Resort 18.9 miles; 42 minute drive
Ruidoso Winter Park/Screaming Eagle Roller Coaster 7.4 miles; 15 minute drive

Please Note: This home is dog-friendly with a limit of 2 dogs. A pet fee of $50.00 (plus tax) per pet applies. Please let us know if you'll be bringing your furry friend so we can make the necessary arrangements. For their safety and comfort, pets are required to be kenneled when left alone in all of our pet-friendly cabins.

Bedding: 1 King, 1 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: *One (1) travel-sized each of shampoo, conditioner, lotion, disposable toothbrush, toothpaste, bar soap, and facial 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, *one (1) hairdryer in the home. 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.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,224 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

313334

Frequently asked questions

How close is River Ridge Retreat Pet Friendly | Secluded Ridge-Top Escape w/ Sunroom & Starry Hot Tub Nights to the airport?

This cabin is 16.7 mi (32-min drive) away from the Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does River Ridge Retreat Pet Friendly | Secluded Ridge-Top Escape w/ Sunroom & Starry Hot Tub Nights have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does River Ridge Retreat Pet Friendly | Secluded Ridge-Top Escape w/ Sunroom & Starry Hot Tub Nights offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at River Ridge Retreat Pet Friendly | Secluded Ridge-Top Escape w/ Sunroom & Starry Hot Tub Nights?

No, there is no casino at this cabin, but Casino Apache Travel Center (7-min drive) and Casino Apache (8-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at River Ridge Retreat Pet Friendly | Secluded Ridge-Top Escape w/ Sunroom & Starry Hot Tub Nights?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at River Ridge Retreat Pet Friendly | Secluded Ridge-Top Escape w/ Sunroom & Starry Hot Tub Nights?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does River Ridge Retreat Pet Friendly | Secluded Ridge-Top Escape w/ Sunroom & Starry Hot Tub Nights have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does River Ridge Retreat Pet Friendly | Secluded Ridge-Top Escape w/ Sunroom & Starry Hot Tub Nights have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is River Ridge Retreat Pet Friendly | Secluded Ridge-Top Escape w/ Sunroom & Starry Hot Tub Nights to downtown Ruidoso?

This cabin is 1.3 mi away from Ruidoso.

River Ridge Retreat Pet Friendly | Secluded Ridge-Top Escape w/ Sunroom & Starry Hot Tub Nights Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 80 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jolene F.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin, perfect for me and my husband!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricky W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hot tub was great, cabin easily accessible
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home sitting in a hilltop. Beautiful views! Home was decorated just like Ruidoso feels when we are there! Loved staying here for the week!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and quite stay , needed the rest
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis C.

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

Great stay

Loved the location, amenities, and amazing view from the back porch while we relaxed in the hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garrett C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly grateful for how easy the process was to get this place. It was exactly what me and my dogs needed. Perfect location everything was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Beautiful views and cabin

Great stay... clean place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed this cabin. The directions were helpful as google maps did not send us to the right place. The cabin had everything that was needed. We enjoyed the hot tub and the deck, and most importantly, the view!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aeriel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views and cozy home!! Great location!! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaylee K.

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

Great Stay

This place was the perfect size for our family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AllyssaNicole89

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

The Perfect Honeymoon

We LOVED our stay and will definitely be back ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

charles v.

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

Great location!!

Was a very nice stay! Perfect little cabin in the woods very close to town!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradee R.

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

Great trip!

The property was absolutely beautiful and perfect for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

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

Loved the cabin!

We will definitely be back! Great cabin for our weekend getaway. View from the hot tub was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

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

Weekend Trip

We had a good anniversary trip. Loved the place! The fenced yard was great for our dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K G.

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

Fun place

Pretty good for dogs
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carissa S.

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

Perfect getaway for our Honeymoon

Beautiful View, very cozy cabin. Absolutely perfect Honeymoon cabin!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was as described. Cozy, quiet neighborhood and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

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

Relaxing Getaway

Very comfortable location for us and our fur baby
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

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

Cabin

It was a wonderful and relacing stay. The cabin was comfortable and warm. Will definitely try to ise the same place when we visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very comfortable and in a beautiful location. Our only problem was following GOOGLE directions. We ended up down in the middle of the flood damage! Everyone should use the directions supplied by Hummingbird to get there safely! It was a great trip. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

W0CK3T

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

Great

The property was very clean and pretty, we absolutely loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Thanksgiving

Lovely place to meet for Thanksgiving. Enjoyed the hot tub and fireplace and enough kitchen to make a small Thanksgiving feast.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Perfect weekend getaway. Was able to telax and enjoy the scenery. Very comfortable.

Well worth the value.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023