In Alto .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Ruidoso Winter Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Eagle Creek Sports Complex with a stay here. Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts and Fort Stanton-Snowy River National Conservation Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
The Links at Sierra Blanca - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
Ruidoso Convention Center - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
Getting around
Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Downshift Brewing Company - 14 min drive
Lost Hiker Brewing Company - 14 min drive
Schlotzsky's - 13 min drive
Zocca Coffee - 9 min drive
The Log Cabin - 10 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Rustic Ridge! Spacious home with wood beams, hot tub, pool table & Guesthouse
Rustic Ridge! Spacious home with Natural Charm
Welcome to Rustic Ridge a one-of-a-kind, barn-style mountain retreat full of vintage charm and surrounded by towering pines! This rustic lodge is ideal for family reunions or group getaways, offering the perfect mix of cozy and spacious areas for everyone to gather and enjoy. With custom wood beams, ample level parking, and thoughtful amenities throughout, Rust Ridge is the peaceful, earthy escape you are looking for.
The entry-level living room greets you with a pool table, large-screen TV, wood-burning fireplace (firewood is NOT provided), and charming vintage décor. Three comfortable bedrooms are located on this main floor, and upstairs, you'll find a grand master suite with an en-suite bathroom. The upper-level common area offers another cozy gathering space with a big-screen TV, a wood-burning fireplace, and plenty of room for games, conversation, or unwinding together. The fully equipped kitchen features scenic views from the many windows, perfect for creating memorable meals to enjoy around the large dining table or in the breakfast nook.
Step out onto the expansive back deck to soak in the hot tub and take in views of the Capitan Mountains. For added fun, head over to the separate guest house where the garage has been converted into a game room ! This additional space features a ping pong table, a comfortable lounge, a bathroom, and an upstairs loft bedroom with twin beds—ideal for those seeking a bit of privacy and additional mountain charm.
This cozy, natural, warm, countryside retreat was originally an Amish build farmhouse from upper US that was taken apart and reconstructed in beautiful Alto, NM. There are are original large hand honed beams throughout the home. Some of the original bricks are also highlighted in the grand entry.
With central AC and heating in the main house, Rustic Lodge is ready to welcome you year-round. Book your stay at this unique mountain getaway and make lifelong memories in a setting full of character and charm! (Guesthouse DOES NOT have AC).
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!
Please Note: As an Alto Country Club property, strict parking rules apply. There can only be 5 cars. There are no exceptions including no RVs, trailers, or ATVs. If violated, excess guests will be asked to leave and the reservation holder may lose their reservation and/or deposit.
Distances to Area Attractions and Travel Time (barring there is not an elk or wild horse traffic jam): Bonito Lake 11.7 miles; 26 minute drive Grindstone Lake 9.9 miles; 20 minute drive Inn of the Mountain Gods 12.9 miles; 25 minute drive Midtown Shopping District 9.3 miles; 18 minute drive Ruidoso Downs Racetrack & Casino 12.5 miles; 25 minute drive Ski Apache Ski Resort 15.4 miles; 35 minute drive Ruidoso Winter Park/Screaming Eagle Roller Coaster 3.7 miles; 8 minute drive
Bedding: 3 King, 1 Queen, 2 Twin
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.
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: 5,340 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
No pets allowed
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
Big Sky Bunkhouse 'family Reunion Must Have ' hot tub Pool Table
Big Sky Bunkhouse 'family Reunion Must Have ' hot tub Pool Table
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Rustic Ridge! Spacious home with wood beams, hot tub, pool table & Guesthouse to the airport?
This vacation home is 8.5 mi (14-min drive) away from the Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Rustic Ridge! Spacious home with wood beams, hot tub, pool table & Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does Rustic Ridge! Spacious home with wood beams, hot tub, pool table & Guesthouse offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Rustic Ridge! Spacious home with wood beams, hot tub, pool table & Guesthouse?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Casino Apache Travel Center (20-min drive) and Casino Apache (27-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Rustic Ridge! Spacious home with wood beams, hot tub, pool table & Guesthouse?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Rustic Ridge! Spacious home with wood beams, hot tub, pool table & Guesthouse?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Rustic Ridge! Spacious home with wood beams, hot tub, pool table & Guesthouse have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Rustic Ridge! Spacious home with wood beams, hot tub, pool table & Guesthouse have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Rustic Ridge! Spacious home with wood beams, hot tub, pool table & Guesthouse to downtown Alto?
This vacation home is 1 mi away from Alto.
Rustic Ridge! Spacious home with wood beams, hot tub, pool table & Guesthouse Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 26 reviews
10 - Excellent
14
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 26 reviews
8 - Good
6
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 26 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 26 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews
2 - Terrible
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Alejandro C.
Mar 20, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Very beautiful home!! Very spacious and very clean!
Alejandro C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
Shana G.
Mar 6, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
This place is so awesome! We loved the rustic decor. The place is huge, plenty of room and privacy for all. Our grown kids loved the bunkhouse games. We loved the two giant living room areas. Hot tub was wonderful (and already warmed up and ready for us). Parking was easy and all the people in Ruidoso (and at Ski Apache) were so friendly and grateful for us choosing to vacation there. Terrific experience!
It's a very comfortable family cabin, perfect for everyone to share in a very safe way. It's well-equipped and we all loved it.
Marta
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Bryan M.
Nov 3, 2025
Bryan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Jacob T.
Oct 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
I want to start off by saying the the property managers, Hummingbird Cabins, were an absolute pleasure to deal with. Everything on their end was quick and polite. The property itself is definitely in need of some maintenance on behalf of the owners, but that of course doesn't fall onto the PM. The hot tub was one of our top priorities, and this one let us down. It seems that at least one of the jets are not functioning. One other jet we were able to get working sometimes, but other times it wouldn't function. But overall, the smell was atrocious. It definitely hadn't been drained and filled recently, and we avoided it after the first night because the smell was just that bad. Very disappointing to say the least. The amenities were fine. Pool table is not leveled, the felt and ball nets are torn. Still a playable experience. The ping pong table shows wear, but it's fine. The basketball game didn't turn on, but we didn't care too much. The beds were comfortable, showers got hot, laundry machines a nice touch. Plenty of space to spread out, even for a large group like ours. Overall we were pleased with our visit, but there are areas where the owner could improve the property. The place is good for what it is. If you have a large group and want the amenities, this is a good choice. Just manage your expectations and you'll be set. It is a little dated, but I feel it's priced accordingly, so it's hard to be too mad about it. But the hot tub definitely needs attention.
Jacob T.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Billy L.
Dec 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Need A Little Better Upkeep
House and space was great. View was excellent and the property gave you a sense of privacy even being in a neighborhood. Really need to work on the doors not latching on most of the doors, extension cords running across to plug in TV's and such. Several lights did not work or the bulbs were out. Pool table needs a little TLC. Comforters need to be washed from time to time. Oven is top notch but you will need a road map on how to use it, took a little bit but we managed. Hot tub has a leak and we had to add water to use it the one time we did. Outdoor grill is to small for the amount of people that can stay in the house. We had 4 and it was hard to cook all that we wanted on the outdoor grill.
Billy L.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Chanda M.
Oct 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great for our trip
Beautiful older property. Not sure if I understood that the kitchen is upstairs, we had one older adult who had a difficult time getting up and down for meals and this may be something for others to consider (we may have missed this if it was pointed out in the listing and is totally our fault). Overall we loved the property and would stay here again!
Chanda M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
4/10 Poor
Diana L.
Mar 27, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nothing looks like the photos.
The bathtubs and the zinc in the kitchen getting clogged, a lot of dust and cobwebs on the windows and high parts, dirty fans, the grill does not work well (one of the burners does not turn on).
Diana L.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
6/10 Okay
Patricia E., Burnet, TX
Dec 29, 2022
Rustic doesn’t mean disrepair
The property is is need of deep cleaning, maintenance, and repair. Cobwebs in kitchen and downstairs bedrooms. Mouse downstairs. 1 frig in kitchen not working. Dishwasher poor. Dishes not clean even with pre rinsing. Pots and pans dirty. Only left 1” of dish. soap to wash dishes in sink that doesn’t hold water with old stoppers. 2 chairs in kitchen and 1 bar stool broken. No salt in water softener. Inside drier vent clogged and not maintained properly. Heater in bunkhouse not working. Would not have been able to use as 5th bedroom. Tried to call maintence because it was cold so pipes wouldn’t freeze, but No response or call back. ETC……
Patricia E.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
2/10 Terrible
SUMMER M.
Dec 19, 2022
Not happy with what we recieved at all
The property was not what we expected per the pictures advertised. It needs alot of updating to match what is online. There is a step that needs to be repaired. Lots of the furniture needs to be replaced. Broken stools, back of the chairs were coming off. Some of the chairs look like a dog and been chewing them up. Its advertised as a 5 bed 5 bath however, the 5th bedroom is in separate bunk house that isn't full furnished as a bedroom. Its more like a game room with a couch. Therefore we did not benefit from that bath or bed because no family wanted to stay in there. I asked for pictures of that bunkhouse before renting and was denied and now I see why. I also asked for pictures of the downstairs kitchen. Instead of telling me there was no downstairs kitchen. I was just told all pictures had already been provided.
SUMMER M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kevin C.
Feb 14, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and great house!
Great location and great house!
Kevin C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jimmy H.
Aug 9, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
This was a perfect cabin and location for a family getaway. We enjoy the home and the views.
Jimmy H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Gloria J.
Jun 17, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking Mountain View
Overall this place was great, kitchen fully stocked, spacious, too many amenities to mention. Only downside was that wifi was slow but spent most time outside and on the deck. And read description, no air conditioning so it was hot during the day but mornings and evenings were cool. Loved it and would recommend!
Gloria J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
6/10 Okay
Richard K.
May 26, 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great cabin that was not clean
There were no blankets on the beds. We found some in the closet but they were smelly and obviously not clean. The carpet was stained in many places. There was mouse poop under the kitchen sink. They only provided two trash bags but expected you to take out all trash. There is a putting green but no golf clubs. There is an amazing shower in the master bedroom but does not function as advertised online. We had to wash the pots and pans before we used them. They only provided one roll of paper towels. Spiders in the downstairs bathroom. The house needs an overall deep cleaning. And the outside grill was unusable because it was so dirty.
Richard K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Suzi B.
Jan 13, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Plenty of Space
Our group was made up of family, some married, some single. That can present organizational issues, but the sleeping options are varied, so it was great!!
Suzi B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
matthew b.
Oct 16, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Good property
Good property, listing is accurate for what you get. Didn’t have the hammocks on the back porch though.
matthew b.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
4/10 Poor
Amar R.
Aug 12, 2020
Disliked: Cleanliness
Old pictures on website, dirty furniture, torn towels, broken latches
The house is spacious, has nice views and is well appointed. It must be a warm and welcoming place at one point but now it looks old, dingy and poorly maintained. Minimal effort is put in making the guest feel welcome or even comfortable. The beds had used sheets with (golden) hair on it on several sheets and pillows. Really old dark comforters did not inspire confidence that they were cleaned at all. We had to buy sheets from Walmart. Thankfully it wasn't cold and we could make do with the blankets we had in the car. Kitchen was clearly cleaned before we came but several things were greasy and dirty to touch including the knives and pots/pans. The furniture and carpet are old and dirty/stained. We washed the sheets provided and covered every single piece of furniture we sat on. House is poorly lit and that does not help make things any more cheerful. One of the downstairs bedroom mattress gave backaches to everyone who slept on it; we had to abandon that room after a couple of nights and adjust within the remaining bedrooms. Old & torn towels. We ended up buying towels too. Several doors won't lock; broken or missing latches. Ants in one of the bathrooms. Website mentioned high speed internet but it is worse than DSL. We requested help for two days but slow internet was never addressed. One of the electric outlets was broken and exposed and is a safety hazard for young kids. The building had a notice of city code violation. The only saving grace was the beautiful view from the deck including the bird feeder. Deck is where we spent nearly all of our time because we stayed at home due to Covid.
Amar R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
cara m., Midlothian, Texas USA
Aug 4, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place! Beautiful spacious home Fantastic views and lots of wildlife We’ll be back
Great communication , easy to work with !
cara m.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Richard B.
Mar 27, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Big Sky Lodge & Bunkhouse
We really enjoyed our stay at the Big Sky Lodge & Bunkhouse. The house was very spacious and had plenty of room for our group of 9.
Richard B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
10/10 Excellent
Matt C., Shallowater Texas
Jul 23, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and place
Great views, lots of wildlife, was able to accommodate our large family.
Matt C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
8/10 Good
Shyloh B.
Jul 17, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property
Nice clean property worked out well for our large group
Shyloh B.
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Apr 1, 2019
Great views and close to hiking
Traveled over spring break from the upper Midwest to this place. Gorgeous views, wonderful weather, and a very comfy home. Hikes and swims within minutes, national parks/monuments within hours.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
8/10 Good
Frankie M.
Mar 30, 2019
House was great.
Fantastic time
Frankie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
8/10 Good
Lynn C.
Feb 13, 2019
Nice & clean
Property was nice. Great place for our 5 family vacation