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Upper Canyon with secluded views yet close to town in Ruidoso

Family-friendly cabin in Ruidoso

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football - Upper Canyon with secluded views yet close to town in Ruidoso (Ruidoso)
Nestled in the heart of Ruidoso's Upper Canyon, Dyer Straits cabin offers a serene retreat amidst nature. With awesome views from its covered decks and proximity to Lincoln National Forest, this three-bedroom haven is perfect for six guests. Unwind by the wood burning fireplace or challenge your family to a game of pool on the lower floor.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61950 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

Upper Canyon with secluded views yet close to town in Ruidoso

Family-friendly cabin in Ruidoso
This smoke-free cabin features an arcade/games room and gas grills. The cabin has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cabin offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.

This Ruidoso cabin provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski lift privileges

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

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.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 1,950 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

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

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please follow the instructions on the back of the front door.
Please turn off mini-split AC units.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Ruidoso, NM

What's nearby

  • Wingfield Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Grindstone Lake - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 9 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Ski Apache - 22 min drive - 28.2 km

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Downshift Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lost Hiker Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Schlotzsky's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Texas Club - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Upper Canyon with secluded views yet close to town in Ruidoso pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Upper Canyon with secluded views yet close to town in Ruidoso?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Upper Canyon with secluded views yet close to town in Ruidoso?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upper Canyon with secluded views yet close to town in Ruidoso?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Upper Canyon with secluded views yet close to town in Ruidoso located?

This family-friendly Ruidoso cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wingfield Park, Grindstone Lake and Cree Medows Public Golf Course. Pillow's Funtrackers and Free Spirits at Noisy Water are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Upper Canyon with secluded views yet close to town in Ruidoso Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Koby V.

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

Great stay!

We had a wonderful stay at this property! The balcony had fantastic views!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marti B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Good Stay

Enjoyed our visit to Ruidoso.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

srikanth p.

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

Great location

Excellent location, clean and well kept property with scenic views
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rica J.

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

Nice view!

Easy directions to property. Home was clean and just as described. Owners are very kind and quick to respond. The views from both balconies were beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell B.

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

Awesome rental

Awesome property. Very clean and well kept, and view was amazing from the deck. Definitely enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luis C.

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

AWESOMENESS

Absolutely loved our stay ! Extremely comfortable and fun!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Roomy Cabin for growing teens

The cabin was a perfect fit for our family that includes two teenagers. Three floors and plenty of games to entertain in the evening.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma F.

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

Great stay!

We so enjoyed our stay at Dyer Straits. We had a beautiful view of the canyon and had everything we needed in the cabin. Check in and check out was no problem. The cabin was cosy and comfortable. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Amazing

Great location, great views cozy cabin
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leeanna K.

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

Amazing views from house on mountain

We enjoyed staying at this house. Nice house with a game room and amazing views.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W., Austin, TX, USA

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

Quiet and beautiful view

Very comfortable house, very quiet and beautiful neighborhood, the view from the decks was fantastic and the house was well appointed with everything we needed. We would definitely want to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

April G., El paso

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

Nice Cabin

Cabin is in a quiet neighborhood which we really enjoyed. Lots of wildlife around the property which was a plus for our young boys they looked forward to waking up early to go explore. We all enjoyed the home, very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quite Get-away

We stayed at Dyer Cabin the week of T-giving. It was exactly what we were looking for; a quite place to relax but close to things to do, from hiking, tubing, White Sands and various places around town to include hand feeding the abundance of deer that roam the neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

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

Awesome Home

My Husband and I stayed at this beautiful home for 6 weeks. Very clean, awesome views and wonderful location. We will be back.
Stayed 46 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kelli W., Southlake, TX

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

Good “unplugged” vacation

Kids LOVED having their own space downstairs but missed having a bathroom downstairs. The overall property and interaction with wildlife was amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

George C.

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

No live Olympics possible. Had to build a BB grill for them. Cheap grill didn't fit well with tank.

Nice place Great view. Considering fires, repairs to elect and water occuring it was good. Those were not the owners fault, for sure
Stayed 35 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Our Christmas in the Mountains

We drove from Texas to Ruidoso, NM to enjoy a peaceful Christmas in the Mountains. We stayed just under a week, I wish we would have booked longer. Right away we felt calm with the stunning views and comforts in the cabin. The kids loved the game room and claimed the bottom story. The adults enjoyed the upper floors to sit by a cozy fire. We baked cookies for Santa and our Christmas experience is one to remember forever. Thank you so much for decorating the cabin prior to our visit. It was everything I could have ever asked for.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Vicki L.

Great place to stay

My husband and I spent 5 nights at this lovely cabin in September. This was the 2nd time we had stayed there. Spent lots of time just sitting on the top deck looking at the beautiful stars because the view is awesome! Played lots of pool! Will definitely stay there again. Owners are prompt in responses. Very clean cabin and property. Quiet! Only complaint is the LED light on the a/c and heater unit in the master bedroom which bothered my sensitive eyes and seemed very bright to me. Husband had no problem with it!

10/10 Excellent

Roni L., Burleson TX

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

Beautiful mountain cabin with gorgeous views and wildlife in your backyard!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this mountain cabin with 2 scenic and spacious decks overlooking gorgeous views and wildlife. Cabin was sparkling clean and well maintained. The lower level with a bedroom w/bunk beds and game room was perfect for our teen kids. We enjoyed the wood burning fireplace on a snowy evening. The main bedroom with private bath upstairs was spacious and comfortable. There's a nice fully appointed kitchen and dining room for enjoying meals at the cabin. There's a third bedroom on main floor along with full bath that's great so everyone has their own space. We stayed for a week over the holidays and the only thing we needed was access to the washer and dryer which aren't available.. Excellent communication by owners. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tonya L.

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

Oh So Amazing!

Clean, comfortable, affordable, and cozy. We stayed here with family and the setup with three floors was fantastic and my nephew was entertained with the game room for hours. The views were amazing from the huge porches and the roaming deer took it to the next level. Everything we needed to cook meals was there and the grocery store close by. Our last day we had a snow come in and it was a little dangerous getting down the mountain but other than that everything was awesome. I would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry T., Austin, Texas

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

Wonderful Stay!

We(two of us) have visited the Upper Canyon of Ruidoso for the month of August for 15 of the last 18 years. This is the first time we rented Dyer Straits. We were looking for a more private and quiet location in the Upper Canyon. We couldn’t have selected a better place. The highlights for us were the upper deck and the view! The two decks are very large and both covered. It is important for us to have a covered deck as we basically live on the deck no matter what the weather. The grill is located conveniently on the upper deck and therefore covered. That makes it easy to grill as planned even if it is raining. The owners are very quick to respond to any questions or issues. The entire house was very clean. Bathrooms sparkled. We would definitely recommend this house to others. And we would rent here again!
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maritza B.

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

Excellent place and location great cabin

The property owner answered all of our questions immediately overall an awesome experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kim O.

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

Amazing view!

Enjoyed our stay! Great place to relax
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris V.

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

Beautiful View

We had a great time. The view is spectacular. The house was perfect. Very clean and we had everything we needed. We enjoyed playing pool. The owners were quick to reply when we had questions. The drive up to the house is a tricky one but not an issue if you are ok with driving up/down steep roads but the view is worth it!! We saw deer and a raccoon!! Very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

This place is absolutely amazing! The views are great and the cabin was super comfy!

Great and easy experience! We had a wonderful weekend there! I will definitely reserve the Dryer Straights again!! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021