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Relaxing, comfortable home for entertaining or enjoying the view

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Enjoy a relaxing retreat with city lights and mountain views at this Albuquerque home. Unwind in the large kitchen, loaded with everything you need for cooking, or take advantage of nearby parks and a 2.5 mile walking trail just behind the house.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Relaxing, comfortable home for entertaining or enjoying the view

Come home and relax with a glass of wine or tea while enjoying the ultimate View of the city lights and the mountains. This home was remodeled to capture all that Albuquerque has to offer. The large, gourmet kitchen is open to the family room and office area, and is loaded with everything you need for cooking. A drink refrigerator and trash compactor accompany the kitchen. The bedrooms all have very comfortable beds with new, fresh linens. The baths come with shampoo, conditioner and shower gel. Whether you are here for a short stay or for work; the neighborhood has every you might need. Groceries, shopping, gym and restaurants are just a 2 minute drive. There are several parks within walking distance. There is a 2.5 mile walking trail just behind the house on the bluff. I am a Realtor.

Regarding any PETS; we welcome all of your babies and travel companions with no extra fee. We just ask the parents be respectful for our home, furniture, and the next guest. Please DO NOT allow your pets on ANY furniture without covering it with a sheet. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN SHEETS FOR THIS. Pick the yard up before you depart. Always put your pet in its kennel before you leave. PLEASE BRING YOUR PETS KENNEL FOR THIS. And clean up any messes they've made. My cleaning people are instructed to call me, as soon as they get to a home, when they see evidence of a pet. Including an odor. We will take pictures, and there will be a $500 charge for breaking these rules. NO EXCEPTIONS

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,150 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

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

Rules

We love fur babies but we won't hesitate to keep your deposit if there is evidence they were there, sorry

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, 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

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About the neighborhood

Located in Rio Rancho, this vacation home is in the city center and on a river. Casa San Ysidro and Artists of New Mexico Galleria are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Cliff's Amusement Park and Putt-Putt Golf and Games. IT'Z Albuquerque and Explora Science Center and Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Rio Rancho, NM

What's nearby

  • Cottonwood Mall - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Santa Ana Star Casino - 14 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Santa Ana Star Center - 14 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Balloon Fiesta Park - 17 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Sandia Casino - 21 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 28 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Weck's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing, comfortable home for entertaining or enjoying the view pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Relaxing, comfortable home for entertaining or enjoying the view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing, comfortable home for entertaining or enjoying the view?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing, comfortable home for entertaining or enjoying the view located?

Located in the heart of Rio Rancho, this vacation home is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from New Day Therapeutic Massage and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Rio Rancho Sports Complex. Rio Rancho Public Library and Cabezon Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Relaxing, comfortable home for entertaining or enjoying the view Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

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

Beautiful!

Our family had a wonderful stay. House was relaxing and comfortable. The views were outstanding! Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Hidden Gem

The house is in a quiet neighborhood with a panoramic view of the mountains and Albuquerque. The Rio Grande River is close by along with many walking trails. If you’re awake early, you’ll see hot air balloons floating in the distance. It was a wonderfully maintained house and we’ll definitely stay again if we’re in the Albuquerque area.
Overlooking Albuquerque at night.
Look closely & you’ll see hot air balloons in the distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Demetra S.

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

Comfortable accommodations with a wonderful view…

Accommodating host and clear communication made for a terrific stay - thanks for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Y A.

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

Views, views, views...

Online pictures of the home are good, but they don't do it justice. The kitchen was a fun gathering area, and the living room was perfect for relaxing and enjoying the spectacular mountain views. Evening views of the city lights were also remarkable. Located in a friendly and quiet neighborhood away from busy intersections. Walking the nearby trail is a must. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

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

Second Time around

Second time staying here. Comfortable, spacious and beautiful location and view. Love it. Would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

john s.

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

The property is a wonderful place to stay for adults . Since we had no children with can’t comment f

I would highly recommend staying here. Our host communicated very quickly and was very pleasant. We have stayed at a lot of Vrbo and other places , this was the best experience ever.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

june a.

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

Rio rancho

The property was as depicted. Would not hesitate to stay again!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Spring in New Mexico

Our second visit here. Property and location does not disappoint. 3 nights ago watched the full moon rise over the Sandias with ABQ laid out below. Most spectacular moonrise I’ve seen in 75+ years on this planet. A true gift of good fortune.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

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

Fabulous view and kitchen/family area

Not only does this property have the best view ever but we were fortunate to see 15 hot air balloons launch from our vantage point in the backyard. Everything about this home is as advertised, except there are 2 bathrooms (the VRBO listing states just one). As far as we're concerned, this is the best rental property in ABQ.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

T. R.

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

Wonderful view & Well appointed

EVERYTHING one could possibly need was provided and the home was very well kept & clean. The view of ABQ & the Sandias Mtns was amazing & we enjoyed coffee in the mornings and dinners outside in the evenings. And Jenny was super easy to work with throughout the entire process, start to finish.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

dan l.

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

beautiful view

beautiful house, beautiful view. enjoyed our stay. a bit of a smell in the living room (from the kitchen sink, i think). master bed is this majestic four-poster, but the mattress may be a bit hard for some. denied late checkout, but that's fair. house cleaner entered the house at exactly 11:00.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

A place to get away

My staff and I stayed at the property during Fiesta and found it the perfect get away from the hubbub of the festival chaos. We especially enjoyed the kitchen which suited many cooks in one space as we had several different dietary needs. Although we had some check in difficulties Jenny was on top of trying to resolve the issue. I don’t expect it to be a reoccurring one. I highly recommend this as a quiet getaway while in the ABQ area.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

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

As beautiful as it looks!

We loved our stay at this lovely home in Rio Rancho. Out the front door and turn left about 100 feet to an awesome running trail. Neighbors were friendly. The host replied promptly to any questions. We were busy with graduation activities and wished we had even more time to hang out and enjoy the views. I am grateful the house pleased everyone, including me. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C., Tucson, Arizona

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

Beautiful home with Amazing views!

Our stay here exceeded our expectations! The kitchen and living room area are beautifully modern, yet Jenny managed to keep the southwestern charm. She provided all the necessary essentials, plus so much more. We've stayed in other VBRO properties where that was not the case. The views of the city and mountains were truly incredible from all the areas in the back of the home. We enjoyed our coffee on the well appointed patio every morning. Jenny, we can't thank you enough for opening up this home to us, we will definitely be staying here when we visit family in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott P., Rhinelander

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

Rio Rancho Keeper

This was our second stay at this property. We were here in November of 2021 and returned this April. It is a great property. Kitchen is an outstanding space to prepare meals and dine in. Love the terrific counter space. Nice office work space if you feel you need to do business while on vacation. The view of Albuquerque and the Sandias by day or night is hypnotic. Also a convenient patio space for smoking a cigar and having a cocktail or two with the view. Beds are comfortable. Finally the neighborhood is quite and easy to access. Also necessary shopping - Albertsons, Target CVS Walgreens Starbucks, Phillips 66 and Valero are all near by and readily accessable.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S.

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

Beautiful House, Awesome View

I can’t say enough good things about this house or about Jenny Kilngler, the hostess. We have rented from Jenny four times, each time a different house and they have all been great—clean, beautifully decorated and well-stocked with everything we needed. Jenny is so friendly and quick to respond to any message I send. But we’ve never had a problem, just occasional questions, always promptly answered. This house is our favorite out of all we stayed in. Beautifully decorated, comfy beds, clean rooms including kitchen and bathroom, two back porches, and oh, the view! The house is located on a ridge with a strip of open space behind it, so there is nothing to block a superb view of the Sandia Mountains by day and dazzling city lights at night. There are quail in the open strip area too! The house is close to shopping and restaurants. I am a person with physical challenges and walk with a cane but the house is really pretty accessible—easy to get in and out through the inside garage door, one step down to the porches, and a step-in shower in the master bathroom. One thing I did want to mention—the king bed in the master bedroom is pretty high, definitely higher than it looks in the picture. But a very nice and sturdy footstool has been thoughtfully provided for short legged people like me—thanks, Jenny! Sadly, we probably won’t be visiting Rio Rancho too much any more as our family just moved away. But we encourage everyone else to rent from Jenny!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

brandon z.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Amazing views, fantastic house, will be great!

This is an amazing house, thoughtfully remodeled to focus on light and views. We loved the open kitchen and spent 90% of our time here. The kids loved the fun lighting, the stuffed animals, and found comfortable spots to set up (coloring, reading) without being ‘lost’. Mildly esoteric decor. Outstanding views. Close to bike/running path. A bit out from ABQ but certainly quieter. 5 stars and then some. We were surprised to see that the same level of thoughtfulness and detail was not given to the cleaning and overall state of the house. Upon arrival, we found the kitchen trash had not been emptied, cat food sprinkled on the patio, the dryer full of someone else’s laundry, the master toilet was recently stained, vacuum left in the living room, tables outside had to be hosed off, and the fridge was full of half eaten leftovers, jars, condiments, etc. During COVID. After a 10 hour drive, and a late arrival, the last thing I wanted to do was clean out and scrub the fridge, sanitize the bathrooms, etc. This made us wary and we washed all of our dishes prior to use. Also know that this is a cat house, and has been heavily smoked in for a very long time, particularly it seems in the garage. It was hard to even walk through the garage, and we had to keep the windows open in the adjacent bedrooms for the week. If you are sensitive this could be a deal breaker. The owner dropped off the check-out sheet while we were there so it seems she is still working out the kinks (wrong entry code posted on VRBO, no propane for the grill, etc, etc, etc). Once a decent cleaning crew is found, a few guests have come through to help point out other details, and the cat/smoke is aired out a bit, this could be our go-to recommendation for the area. Really wanted to give 5 stars, but as honest travelers, there is still a ways to go.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim and Beth C.

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

Fantastic views

The view of the Sandia mountains from the back yard were beautiful. The house was clean, comfortable, well stocked and beautiful. We will definitely be back! 5 stars on everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Drone R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice T.

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

Perfectly Peaceful

The property is the perfect place to rest and relax. We had family business to attend to and after a long stressful day, the house was the perfect place to unwind and organize for the next days events. I would definitely book this property again the next time we come out to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

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

Good to Be Back

This is the second time we've stayed at this particular house in Rio Rancho and we hope to make it a yearly visit! I'm already missing that view of the Sandia mountain and Albuquerque at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

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

Villa Verde View

Family of 5 in town for family wedding. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Villa Verde. Beautiful home, spectacular views of the mountains by day and city lights at night, wonderful amenities, conveniently located, easy check in and out! We hope to have an opportunity to stay again! You won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

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

Million Dollar Views

Gorgeous view overlooking Corrales and Sandia Mts. Ate on patio every meal. Great accommodations, well laid out and appointed. Close to everything in Rio Rancho. Quiet neighborhood, morning walks on nearby trail peachy. We super enjoyed our stay- will be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina D.

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

Very beautiful property and comfortable

The photos on this site don't do this property justice. The view from the back windows and backyard is gorgeous. The place was well-stocked with linens for our 5 day stay and it was pretty clean. Would definitely come back. We will probably be coming to ABQ to visit our future lobo! (That was the whole purpose of our visit was to visit the UNM campus for our senior and they decided they like it)
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz N., USA

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

Beautiful home and views in Corrales Heights

We loved staying at Jenny’s home so much! It was a clean, comfortable, and beautiful home with the most amazing view of the Sandias. Jenny was a very gracious host who responded quickly to any requests or concerns we had. The home was stocked with everything we needed. We hope to stay again in this beautiful home! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022