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Casa Ambrosia: Unique Adobe Home with Mountain Views in a Beautiful River Valley

Holiday home in El Rito with kitchen and balcony

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Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Nestled in the heart of El Rito valley, Casa Ambrosia offers a serene hideaway amidst tall trees and majestic mountain views. This comfortable adobe house features high ceilings, a large sun room, two spacious bedrooms with spectacular views and softly curved walls for relaxation. A fireplace adds warmth to the radiant floor heat while outdoor spaces include a covered patio for dining and relaxation plus an added hot tub on the front patio.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 42000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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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.

Casa Ambrosia: Unique Adobe Home with Mountain Views in a Beautiful River Valley

Holiday home in El Rito with kitchen and balcony
Access to hot tub, laundry facilities and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a balcony. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include Access to hot tub.

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

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Porch is available for smoking outdoors.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Property grounds

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
4 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: Please bring bedding for your pets.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Porch is available for smoking outdoors.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
El Rito, NM

What's nearby

  • Carson National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Abiquiu Lake - 43 min drive - 48.5 km
  • Ghost Ranch - 48 min drive - 58.9 km
  • Echo Amphitheater - 54 min drive - 67.0 km

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Farolito - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Ambrosia: Unique Adobe Home with Mountain Views in a Beautiful River Valley pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Casa Ambrosia: Unique Adobe Home with Mountain Views in a Beautiful River Valley?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Ambrosia: Unique Adobe Home with Mountain Views in a Beautiful River Valley?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Ambrosia: Unique Adobe Home with Mountain Views in a Beautiful River Valley located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Carson National Forest and 12.4 mi (20 km) from Rio Chama. Poshuouinge Ruins and Purple Adobe Lavender Farm are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Casa Ambrosia: Unique Adobe Home with Mountain Views in a Beautiful River Valley Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 226 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 226 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 226 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 226 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 226 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Belinda W.

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

Wonderful place to stay

The property was peaceful, better than pictures, and very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Family trip 2026

Fantastic stay at casa ambrosia. Thanks Alicia!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

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

Beautiful and secluded

Great getaway very peaceful and quiet, definitely recommend to get away from big city and towns.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B., Kerrville

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

Nice country setting

We had a peaceful visit and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All in all Alicia's home was perfect for what I was wanting and needing. Alicia was great and quite prompt in answering questions I had prior to my arrival. When the listing says it's nestled in total peace and privacy, it is 100% true. I was traveling alone, so admittedly it took the city woman in me a night or two to settle into the quiet and remote location, but I ended up loving it. I'd definitely consider going back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Nicely isolated

Great wilderness access
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

23rd Anniversary

Great stay in the mountains. Comfy house that had everything w needed. Would love to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey H.

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

Beautiful and rejuvenating

We loved the minimalist aesthetic. the house was perfectly appointed with everything we needed for a getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Refreshing Getaway

Peaceful home to relax and get away. Hot tub is nice after a long day of hiking. Road is a little rough getting there, but adds to the seclusion.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jade G.

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

Great place!

We loved our stay! The directions were easy to follow on how to get there and everything was wonderful. We loved how it felt like we had our own space and weren’t next to a lot of neighbors. The space is so cute and comfortable. Alicia was super kind and accommodating and provided everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Fall retreat

Casa Ambrosia is a wonderful place to relax and unwind. Stunning views from a unique hand crafted home. Alicia was wonderful, checking by email to be sure we arrived and had everything we needed. Hot tub under the stars after a long day of hiking near ghost ranch was sublime
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin G., Birmingham UK

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

Excellent peaceful stay

The property is in a very quiet situation, which has many wild bird visitors including several types of hummingbirds. The Casa is luxurious and very well equipped. Being very close to Abiquiu and Ghost Ranch (where the important artist Geaorgia O'Keeffe lived), and equidistant between Taos and Santa Fe, the location is excellent for exploring this part of New Mexico. We highly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

mary j.

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

BIrthday celebration

My daughter, her dog and I went to El Rito to celebrate her birthday. Drove from Denver. Casa Ambrosia was amazing. The view, the hot tub, the fireplace, the hikes - all perfect. Town of El Rito was a special surprise!! Can't wait to go back Mary
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Where do you live?

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

What a house!!!

Beautiful. And The surroundings…
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

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

Casa Ambrosia

This is a really special rental. We have stayed in many VRBOs. This is certainly our favorite. Remote, quiet but also very unassuming. Great views, good inside and outside energy. We love how the house is integrated into the landscape, and in tune with the Northern New Mexico vibe. Owner is kind and communicative. We will certainly be beck.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

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

cozy getaway

My husband and I came up to the area with our gravel bikes but a snow storm prevented us from doing much riding. We enjoyed a few snow days here and the hot tub and fireplace kept us toasty. The property was quiet and beautiful! Some previous reviews mentioned bugs, but they weren't an issue for us (we like rustic and remote). The bed was very comfy. Definitely pack all your food necessities because the property is pretty far from amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet stay in our favorite Adobe house
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garrett S.

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

Wonderful stay

Our stay was in the middle of June and it was wonderful. The house was awesome and very comfortable. The location was great right up against the national forest. If you are looking for a secluded getaway this is the perfect spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

El Rito Home

Beautiful house, private location. Perfect for the area we wanted to be in.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

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

Quiet Retreat

Just the place to recharge your batteries with quiet or hike the many trails of the Carson National Forest close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason Y.

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

Most chill stay ever

We had *such* a relaxing time at Casa Ambrosia. The solitude under the stars in the hot tub was epic as was the warm fireplace afterward. We boosted our tranquility factor with a day trip to Ojo Caliente, just a short drive away. Highly recommended!! Wish we could've stayed much longer!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

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

Clean, beautiful and remote

So quiet. Very nice. We highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra N.

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

Beautiful Getaway

From the incredible views, to the hot tub, to the well-stocked kitchen - everything was wonderful. We couldn't have enjoyed our time at Casa Ambrosia more. This is the perfect "I need to get away from it all" vacation spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary E.

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

enjoyable stay

It was great to be able to spread out and relax at Casa Ambrosia.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn A.

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

Beautiful getaway

Gorgeous views from an amazing place tucked away from everything! The restaurant in town is perfect to get an authentic meal and talk to friendly locals. We loved everything about the home and it's location!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024