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"Perfect Stays for Balloon Fiesta" Mountain Views Await!

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, foosball, table tennis, books
Smart TV, foosball, table tennis, books
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Rio Rancho's natural beauty surrounds you at this 3-bed, 2-bath family vacation rental. Enjoy the Sandia Mountains view from your private patio or hike the trails in nearby Jemez Mountains. A barbecue grill, outdoor table and chairs for 8 on an inviting party-lit deck make this home a perfect setting to entertain a family.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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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.

"Perfect Stays for Balloon Fiesta" Mountain Views Await!

Balloonist Welcomed! Short trip to and from Balloon Fiesta Park. High Speed Internet.

Discover your New Mexican home-away-from-home at this 3-bed, 2-bath family vacation rental! Settled in a quaint suburb just outside of Albuquerque, this Rio Rancho casa offers a perfect setting to entertain a family. Admire the Sandia Mountains view from your private patio or hike the trails in the nearby Jemez Mountains. You can try your luck at the Santa Ana Star Casino or catch a show at the Santa Ana Star Center arena. No matter your agenda, your group of 6 will love this central home base!

Our place is considered wheelchair inaccessible therefore it does not meet the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility standards.

This property is ideal for a large family with the 3rd bedroom providing plenty of space for the children or plenty of comfort for 2 adults.

This 1700-square foot home includes: The Master Bedroom: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed.

You will be very pleased with the outdoor space of Rancho del Sol which includes a barbecue grill, outdoor table and chairs for 8 on an inviting party-lit deck. Such a great setting for an evening Barbeque for the family! A view of the Sandia Mountains are a treat for evening gazing while the kids enjoy smores at the fire-pit nearby.

Inside, you'll find high ceilings and full windows, creating a spacious living area ideal for spending quality time with your whole group. Relax by flipping through channels on the flat-screen Smart TV or bring out the laughs with a silly board game.

Nothing brings family and friends together quite like a delicious meal! An arched entryway leads you into the fully equipped kitchen, where you can prepare your favorite home-cooked meal to share with the whole crew, then gather around the dining table or step out to the patio and dine with a mountain view!

Once the stars have blanketed the sky, you'll be eager to crawl under the covers of your comfortable bed. With each bedroom boasting ample closet space and dressers, you'll be able to fully unpack and make yourself at home.

Rio Rancho is a quiet suburb of Albuquerque, ideal for anyone seeking a break from the bustle of daily life. A short 10-minute stroll will bring you to Willow Creek Trailhead and the Open Space, where you can take in the high desert surroundings. You can reach popular hiking and biking trails of the Sandia Mountains within 30 minutes and the Jemez Mountains within an hour and a half or make the 1-hour journey to marvel at Cabezon Peak's volcanic wonder. Other hiking options include Boca Canyon (16.1 miles), Pueblo Montano Trailhead (13.0 miles), Rio Grande Nature Center State Park (16.0 miles), Cibola National Forest (18 miles), Santa Fe National Forest (58.9 miles), and a little further but worth the drive, the Bandelier National Monument (82.9 miles).

But, you don't have to go too far for entertainment! Grab tickets and travel just 6 miles for a concert or sporting event at Santa Ana Star Center, make the 2-mile drive to try your luck at Santa Ana Star Casino or venture a few miles further out to the Sandia Resort & Casino. Local attractions for the whole family include playground splash-park "A Park Above", J&R Vintage Auto Museum, Elevate Trampoline Park, and Acequia Vineyards & Winery, all within a 10-mile radius of home. In Santa Fe (~58 miles), enjoy Meow Wolf, Santa Fe Plaza Inc, The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, Georgia O'Keeffe Museum, and the Loretto Chapel to name a few popular sites.

If you're into golfing, try out one of our beutiful local golf courses. Santa Ana Golf Club (4 miles), Twin Warriors Golf Club (4.5 miles), Paradise Hills Golf Course (9.6 miles), Sandia Golf Club (6.0 miles)

Albuquerque is under 30 minutes away and offers many attractions such as the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, TopGolf, and Old Town to name only a few. Whether you're sticking to the suburbs, venturing into the mountains, or cruising around the city, you won't run out of things to add to your itinerary!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free 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
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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

  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Please use the recycle and trash bins. Do not put regular trash in recycle. Bins go out every Tuesday.
Out of respect and courtesy for our neighbors, please refrain from loud noises.
As much as possible, please keep shoes off the carpet.

Pets

Pets not 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
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
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Rio Rancho, NM

What's nearby

  • J&R Vintage Auto Museum - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Santa Ana Star Casino - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Santa Ana Star Center - 11 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Sandia Casino - 18 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Balloon Fiesta Park - 19 min drive - 26.9 km

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 27 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Ana Star Casino - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Range Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dion's Pizza - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Perfect Stays for Balloon Fiesta" Mountain Views Await! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "Perfect Stays for Balloon Fiesta" Mountain Views Await!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Perfect Stays for Balloon Fiesta" Mountain Views Await!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Perfect Stays for Balloon Fiesta" Mountain Views Await! located?

This family-friendly Rio Rancho vacation home is located on a river, within 2 mi (3 km) of Rio Grande and J&R Vintage Auto Museum. Santa Ana Star Casino and Santa Ana Golf Club are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

"Perfect Stays for Balloon Fiesta" Mountain Views Await! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James D.

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

Beautiful place to stay

House was exactly as described. Great view and close to everything. Hostess was wonderful with her communication. Perfect place to stay to visit the area. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blake L.

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

March Basketball

Everything was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

We will be back

Very nice accommodation.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R.

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

Great place to stay!!!

Beautiful home and a perfect location!
Stayed 31 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek R.

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

Ballon fiesta

It was a good location for the ballon fiesta, nice quiet neighborhood good access to stores and some restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace M.

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

Rancho del Sol

We had a great time! The views were so beautiful and the property was perfect for what we needed! Fit all our family’s needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose G.

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

Charming and spectacular view

First time visiting NM and staying here in Rio Rancho was an excellent choice. The highways to other popular towns was close by. We also found the convenience of the supermarkets down the street an excellent feature. The house itself was warm, clean, inviting, and cozy. We were all very happy staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice L.

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

ABQ Retreat

Amazingly clean and comfortable property! Perfect for our visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

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

Great place to stay

Our stay in New Mexico was absolutely wonderful for our family. The property was clean, spacious, and had all the amenities we needed to feel right at home. The location was perfect, offering beautiful views and easy access to local attractions. We would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a relaxing family getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

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

Very nice

Nice area, and neighborhood. Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Family road trip

Property was just as described, very well laid out. Very comfortable, good quiet location close to lots of restaurants and places of interest. Would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

Perfect is the right word here

The title of this property states it very well. Perfect indeed. This has been the best place to stay since using VRBO. The house was clean. The bed was comfortable. There was a nice calmness within the house. We were there for a convention and it was just great returning to this property to peace and quiet that allowed us to get the rest we needed to start over the next day. The weather was great which allowed us to use the back patio to eat with a nice view. We will definitely be back the next year and looking forward to staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

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

Rio Rancho

Excellent property to stay, very clean. A lot of extras that made the placed special. Thank you for letting us stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

yvette c.

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

Yvette

House was everything we had hoped for. Very comfortable home with great kitchen to cook a meal for our family. We will be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica M.

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

Best Family Times

The property was clean close to my visiting family members… everything was convenient… snacks. Chocolate..cream. Extra blankets. A gorgeous view of mountains off patio!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Brett P.

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

Nice home in Rio Rancho

The property was clean and in good shape. The management staff was very nice and very responsive. Overall it was a good stay.
Stayed 46 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marshall S.

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

Comfortable visit

This was a convenient location and good space for us to relax while we were in town. Arrival was quick and easy, and while we didn't use the outdoor patio area it looks nice and a wonderful view. The walk-in jetted tub may be quite appealing to those with limited mobility, though we didn't specifically test it out ourselves. Found all of the stuff we needed during our short stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara A.

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

Perfect property and location

Lovely home from home for us while visiting friends locally. We particularly appreciated the basket of snacks and stock of bottled water after a long drive to get there - that was a really nice touch. The property is great; very clean and in a nice quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

Excellent location and clean accommodations.

We enjoyed our stay very much. The house was clean and had everything we needed, beds were comfortable, kitchen was well equipped, and the game room was an added bonus for my 3 kids. The location was perfect for us and close to restaurants and Walmart. The area seemed really safe and the neighborhood was quiet. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie L.

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

short stay

The house and location was perfect. The only thing I would change is to add a light to the living room. On our next visit we will book this same property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Great for family

We were traveling from Massachusetts and my parents from Florida. The property was very clean and well equipped with everything we needed. The Bosque was within walking distance and is a very nice hike. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trindy V.

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

Baseball Tournament stay

This house was perfect for our family to stay in while we were attending a baseball tournament. Shari was more than accommodating for our crazy schedule. I think our favorite spot of the house was the back yard (me and my husband) for the kids, it was most definitely the garage area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

todd b.

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

Wonderful place to stay

The property was perfect for my wife and I while I was in town for work. No issues at all.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon H.

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

Amazing stay!

We had a great vacation and stay in the home. The place was in a great location and was an amazing find. Nice, clean and perfect for our family get away. Shari is an amazing host and the communication was great. So many nice touches added by the host that were greatly appreciated. The area the home was located in was quiet and had a great view of the mountains. We would definitely stay at this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

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

Great family place

Our family gathered to celebrate our 40th anniversary by attending the Balloon Fiesta. This was a good location and an easy drive to the park. Kids had room to run and play. Excellent communication between host and guest.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022