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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Alto, NM
  • Ruidoso Winter Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Ruidoso Winter Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the area

Alto

In Alto .You'll find Ruidoso Winter Park and Eagle Creek Sports Complex within 2 miles (3 km) of this condo. The Links at Sierra Blanca and Ruidoso Convention Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Eagle Creek Sports Complex - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 12 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Grindstone Lake - 13 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Downshift Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Anaheim Jacks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Texas Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Zocca Coffee - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy retreat nestled in the pines, close to outdoor activities, Spencer Theater!

Welcome to Alto Pines Retreat!

This charming condo is ideal for 2-6 guests, featuring a spacious open, single-level floor plan with level entry. It boasts three bedrooms, each furnished with a king-sized bed.

The master bedroom includes an ensuite bathroom with a shower/tub combo, while the hall bathroom offers a full shower. Each bedroom is equipped with a TV and local channels. The living room is designed for relaxation with a Bluetooth speaker, a big screen TV with local channels, and a DVD player. A woodburning fireplace adds to the cozy ambiance.

The fully stocked kitchen has everything you need to prepare meals, or you can step out onto the deck to grill. Nestled among tall pines, Alto Pines Retreat provides breathtaking views and the serene tranquility of fresh mountain air. Enjoy the seasonal pool on warm summer days.

The condo is conveniently located a short drive from Ski Apache, Winter Park, horseback riding, Flying J Ranch, and golfing, ensuring there's something for everyone. Wildlife is abundant here—you might spot deer, elk, birds, wild horses, and even bears. The deck is perfect for wildlife watching while you grill and enjoy the firepit.

Amenities:

Three Bedrooms, each with a King Bed

Two Bathrooms: one ensuite with Shower/Tub Combo, and one with Shower

Full Kitchen with filtered water

Wood Fireplace

Central Heat and Air

Wrap Around Deck

Traeger Grill

Propane Firepit

TVs

WiFi

Please NO Pets.

Property manager

Beth E Badrak

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Unit size: 1,180 square feet
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
If used, please make sure the fire in fireplace is out.
If used, please make sure the swamp cooler is off. If used, set the thermostat to 40.
Place condo key back in the lockbox.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Quiet times are 10pm to 8am.
Please no smoking or vaping, inside or outside on the deck as we are in a high fire danger area. There are local fire restrictions in place.
Please do not bring your own grill as a pellet grill is provided. Lincoln County has a current ban on open fires, charcoal and propane.

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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Cozy retreat nestled in the pines, close to outdoor activities, Spencer Theater! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable, very roomy and close enough to area venues and attractions. Check-in was very easy and the host (Beth) is very accommodating. The Kitchen is well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick H., Weslaco, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

July Holiday Relaxation

Very cozy with all the amenities we needed. The neighbors on this split were very quiet and friendly. We loved the Traeger grill. Tons of wildlife around during our stay. Only thing we lacked was a washer dryer. Will use againHost was very prompt to answer any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious enough for 6 adults

We were very comfortable in the home! It was very clean. My only critique is the dated bathrooms. They were fine but need updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place

Very clean & inviting! Just wished we could have stayed two nights versus one! (our timing) Totally recommend and will be going back!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pablo P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Get Away

Our stay was great. Location and rental were great. We enjoyed the scenery and relaxing environment.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very clean

Looked just like the pictures online. Owner very accommodating about needing an early check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stetson E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Clean, comfortable place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Seeing Ruidoso

Very nice for my family. Lovely place with great scenery lots of animals and so sad about the fires!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Alto

Beautiful home in the mountains. We enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Micaela C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good

It was a nice roomy place. Only problems were the bad smell of the water in the showers and the fire being so close to the property. Other then that it was a good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

teresa c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends getaway

Fun relaxing. Nice place clean, big beds. Host was easy to communicate with. Responded quickly to messages
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024