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The Alpaca Barnhaus in the Jemez Mountains-Quiet & Comfortable at 8700'

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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10 out of 10

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

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Jemez Springs, NM
  • Santa Fe National Forest
    1 min walk
  • McCauley Hot Spring
    14 min drive
  • Fenton Lake State Park
    28 min drive
  • Los Alamos, NM (LAM-Los Alamos County)
    56 min drive

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About the area

Jemez Springs

At this holiday home, you'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Santa Fe National Forest and 9 km (5.6 mi) from McCauley Hot Spring. Highlights at this ski holiday home include a kitchen, a washer/dryer and free WiFi. .Home features 1.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A sofa bed, a living room and a Smart TV are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers ski-in/ski-out access, barbecues and a porch. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Jemez Springs holiday home include Battleship Rock and Jemez Mountains.

What's nearby

  • Jemez Mountains - 23 min drive
  • Soda Dam Hot Springs - 23 min drive
  • Valles Caldera National Preserve - 25 min drive
  • Jemez Springs Bath House - 27 min drive
  • Fenton Lake State Park - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Los Alamos, NM (LAM-Los Alamos County) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ridgeback Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Nomad Mountain Pizza - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Alpaca Barnhaus in the Jemez Mountains-Quiet & Comfortable at 8700'

Summer is delightful...cool mountain air. We expect afternoon showers starting in July and August.
Be sure to take a look at the video.
We've added "The Moose Room" for meditation, yoga, reading, quiet time. DVD TV available in the Moose Room, too. It's located about 100 feet from The Alpaca Barnhaus. No extra charge for daytime use, and the room is kept clean. Pay extra if you use the trundle bed/s overnight: $30 for one person. $35 for two. Check or Cash only, paid when you decide if you will sleep in The Moose Room. See photos. Any number over five people who stay at the Barnhaus is $30/night extra per person. Pay with cash or check when you arrive.
(COVID: Vaccinations recommended.)

We are so fortunate to live up here, and we do love to share.
Love animals?
Connect with alpacas and our Anatolian Shepherd!
The owners, Mickey and Evelyn, are your neighbors and will gladly show you around and make sure your stay at The Alpaca Barnhaus meets your needs.
The Santa Fe National Forest is just steps away. (Check out Facebook Aspen Ridge Alpacas for more photos.)
NEW: The Alpaca Barnhaus and the alpaca barn are available for small weddings. Walk down the aisle through the pasture with an alpaca. Come up and look at our venue and see if this is the place for an unforgettable and unusual wedding.

Being in nature is magical, a retreat from the workplace. (Wi-Fi is available.)The Barnhaus has cell phone service. And a phone is available. Enjoy an isolation vacation to recharge your own batteries. Enter a world of nature.

Relax in the mountains in a perfect getaway/base camp--winter, spring, summer, or fall.
Centrally located in the Jemez/Valles Caldera area. The Barnhaus is ideal for small retreats for writers or artists. Plan your next adventure or romantic getaway at the Alpaca Barnhaus. You will be back!

The Alpaca Barnhaus is located on one acre in the Santa Fe National Forest just 3.5 miles off the National Scenic Byway known as “The Jemez Trail” (NM Hwy 4). This two-bedroom home is surrounded by aspen and conifers. Perched at the top of a mountain, the quiet serenity of the surroundings makes it a perfect getaway for couples or individuals looking for a retreat in nature.

Walk across a large meadow to the pond. Continue up the ridge to a gorgeous overlook of San Antonio Canyon where the San Antonio River offers great fishing (but you have to drive around because the steep cliffs don’t invite even the most adventurous!)

You may choose to hike to the river through Mushroom Basin. The hike takes about an hour one way. A picnic lunch may be in order. During the winter months, snow is on your nature menu. Close by is an excellent hill for sledding, and cross-country skiing is ideal. Near Los Alamos are down-hill ski runs.

The house has two bedrooms upstairs in the loft (queen-sized bed in one bedroom and full-sized bed in the other bedroom) and a half-bath upstairs in the loft. A single bed is downstairs. On the first level is a full bath with a shower. The cabin has a forced-air furnace, ceiling fans and wood stove. At this altitude air conditioning is unnecessary since the temperature in the summer rarely gets above 80.

The Alpaca Barnhaus is furnished in a way that makes you feel like it's your home, too. The kitchen is fully stocked with cookware. If you’ve forgotten to bring something, Amanda’s Country Store is just down the hill in La Cueva. For your convenience there's a washer/dryer with eco-friendly washing products. A picnic table is on the side deck. If the night is clear, take the comfortable air mattress outside and enjoy stargazing from the deck. We do not charge a cleaning fee as long as you leave the house as you found it. $120 if you do not care to clean the house. 90% of our guests clean the house. There are no additional fees.

OH, ALPACAS! The owners have an alpaca ranch near the Alpaca Barnhaus. Mickey and Evelyn will be happy to introduce you to these friendly fur-bearing animals. They are quiet, odor-free, gentle on the environment, and produce exquisite fiber that is made into yarn and other alpaca products. As you stand in the barn area, the alpacas will run down the hill, enter the barn, and weigh themselves! Indeed, you will get up close and personal with the alpacas as you learn about them and get a chance to feed them with their special pellet supplements. Alpacas are known to be the most intelligent of all livestock. Our guarantee: You and the alpacas will smile.

About 20 minutes south in historic Jemez Springs are restaurants, a saloon, a historic hot-springs bathhouse with massages, and an outdoor hot-springs pool. Jemez Springs is home to several outstanding artists, too. Farther south on Hwy 4 is the Jemez Pueblo Walatowa Center with its fine museum and native-American crafts.

In the other direction toward Los Alamos you will enter the awe-inspiring Valles Caldera National Preserve. Tours can be arranged online or in Jemez Springs. Off the road in the Valles Caldera you will wonder at the Valle Grande where you can usually spot elk herds.

Continue driving to Bandelier National Monument with its ancient cliff dwellings. This is another good place to have a picnic. Afterwards loop back up to Los Alamos and visit the two outstanding museums. The museum run by the historical society takes you back to the formation of the plateaus and the foundation and operation of the Los Alamos Ranch School. For the making of the atomic bomb, the Ranch School gave way to Los Alamos Scientific Lab. The second museum, The Bradbury Museum, takes you through the war years to the present.

Barnhaus Amenities

• 1296 sq ft
• 2 bedrooms w/half-bath in loft, Bedroom #1 queen-sized bed #2 full bed
• 1 bath with shower on ground floor
• Fully furnished (1 queen & 1 full bed upstairs, 1 single bed, sofa bed downstairs)
* Deep air mattress can be used for two more guests
• Washer/Dryer
• Vaulted ceiling with loft
• Deck and covered front porch
• Wood-burning stove
• Forced air furnace (propane)
• Full-sized refrigerator and propane range
• Ceiling fan
• Nestled in conifers and aspen
* Fully equipped kitchen
Great location • Quiet and private
8700’ elevation • Maintained dirt road
Amanda’s Country Store in La Cueva is minutes away from Aspen Ridge Alpacas. Check out Amanda’s website for information about groceries, snacks, ice, bait, area info, and camping supplies.

Drive twenty-five minutes from Aspen Ridge Alpacas and experience the amazing Valles Caldera. The Valles Caldera National Preserve (now a national park) was a private ranch until 2000, when Congress created it from a well-known ranch known as “the Baca Ranch” in New Mexico’s volcanic Jemez Mountain Range. This 89,000 acre property is situated inside a collapsed crater. Studded with eruptive domes and featuring Redondo Peak (11,254 feet), this old ranch property is now being developed to explore a new way of managing public lands. The preserve is open to the public, but we guarantee you’ll find the visit unlike any other you’ve had in a park or national forest.



Keywords: Cozy house with wood-burning stove and plenty of wood. Clean and well furnished, meditation, quiet space,
Anatolian Livestock Guardian Dog, Alpacas, Near Recreation Areas,

Property manager

Mickey Wright

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Composting
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Alpaca Barnhaus Jemez Mountains-quiet Comfortable 8700 House
Alpaca Barnhaus Jemez Mountains-quiet Comfortable 8700
Alpaca Barnhaus Jemez Mountains-quiet Comfortable 8700 House
Alpaca Barnhaus Jemez Mountains-quiet Comfortable 8700 House
Alpaca Barnhaus Jemez Mountains-quiet Comfortable 8700

Frequently asked questions

Does The Alpaca Barnhaus in the Jemez Mountains-Quiet & Comfortable at 8700' have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is The Alpaca Barnhaus in the Jemez Mountains-Quiet & Comfortable at 8700' family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, a BBQ and children's books, it's no surprise that The Alpaca Barnhaus in the Jemez Mountains-Quiet & Comfortable at 8700' is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Alpaca Barnhaus in the Jemez Mountains-Quiet & Comfortable at 8700' ?

No, The Alpaca Barnhaus in the Jemez Mountains-Quiet & Comfortable at 8700' does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Alpaca Barnhaus in the Jemez Mountains-Quiet & Comfortable at 8700' ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Alpaca Barnhaus in the Jemez Mountains-Quiet & Comfortable at 8700' ?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Alpaca Barnhaus in the Jemez Mountains-Quiet & Comfortable at 8700' Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 173 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Jemez Trip
Beautiful,quiet and comfortable. Beds super comfy. Comfortable space and wonderful wood fire. Well stocked kitchen. Clean gas grill. All in all a wonderful highly recommended experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Alpaca Barnhaus
Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful communication
We couldn’t make it and had to change plans. However, Mickey was amazing at communicating both before and after with how to get to the farm, what to see and do in the area, and even welcomed us back if we had a chance in the future. Her kindness and thoughtfulness surely must translate into her care in and around the accommodation as well. If we find ourselves able to head to Santa Fe/ Albuquerque area again, I will try to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leroy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet retreat in the mountains
Home located off the main forest road in private community. Very little traffic going by. Nice quiet walks. Very comfy inside with lots of amenities. This is the second time we've stayed and will use it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Alpine Heaven
First and foremost, the hosts were awesome! They were very concerned about our comfort for the stay and extremely knowledgeable about Jemez and surrounding history and sites of interest. The Alpaca's were cute and very interesting, got to pet and feed them. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C., New Mexico, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Wonderland
Our family loves this spot to come getaway for some winter fun. Mickey is a wonderful host and so very thoughtful and respectful. We would recommend this spot for lots of fun and an absolutely beautiful location!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dena G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great mountain getaway!
We had a wonderful time at the cabin with our son and nephew. The cabin is clean, comfortable and the kitchen is fully stocked to prepare all meals. We especially enjoyed feeding the alpacas- such a special treat! Mickey had great communication with us before and during our stay. Thank you , Mickey, for a great stay. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Alpaca barn house
Very nice place, all the cooking items you might need, close to Valles Calderra annd other hiking opportunities, alpacas are fun to feed if you would like to. Mickey and Evelyn are very friendly and nice hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz R., Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
We hated to leave - the house is perfectly appointed, everything one could need. Mickey and Evelyn are gracious hosts and marvelous people. Plan to sit on the porch in a rocker with a good book from the full bookshelves, relax and appreciate the beautiful Jemez mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the rocking chairs on the deck.
We look forward to our stay at the Alpaca Barnhaus all year. Sitting on the deck in the rocking chairs is one of the relaxing activities that keeps bringing us back. We feel like Mickey and Evelyn are friends, and now Johnnie too. We love the books! I started Pillars of the Earth in the Barnhaus, and managed to find a used copy to buy in Los Alamos, so I could finish the story. The cooler weather was a delightful break for us, since it was in the high nineties at home. The Barnhaus is a great location for us, tucked into the Jemez.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Retreat with Alpacas
Peaceful location far from crowds with option to visit the alpacas with their caregivers
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain streams and boulder fields
Spacious cabin in a central location to explore and experience the beauty of Northern New Mexico.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A magical place to stay
This has been the best house I have stay on my vacations. It is well equipment with everything you might need! The quality of the sheets and the crisp ironing of the sheets made for a great nights sleep. The neighborhood is so quiet and filed with beautiful pine and Aspen trees. This property is take great care of and the owners are the nicest host I have encountered. They were both so inviting. Also it was my mom’s birthday and they bought her flowers and sang her happy birthday which made her feel special. And the bonus to staying here were the alpacas and their two dogs!!! Also the sound of the bird are a great way to start the day. This location is the prime spot if you are wanting to tour Jemez area! We loved it so much we are planning on coming back in a few months!!! This place is filled with positive energy!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce L., Scottsdale

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
We were very happy with our stay and our hosts - Mickey and Evelyn - who made every effort to make our stay wonderful. Although the location is off the beaten path, it is part of a small neighborhood, so you don't feel too isolated. It was great fun to meet their Alpacas and dogs. The area close by has many great hikes and scenic locations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

jessica s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing mountain getaway!
We had an absolutely amazing time at the Alpaca Barnhouse! The home was amazing and perfect for a mountain retreat and so close to nearby outdoor adventures. We found some beautiful hiking trails and visited the Valles Caldera and Bandelier National Parks. Even just walking around the mountain near the cabin was an adventure… we came across a mom and baby deer :) The owners are warm, friendly, and welcoming. My kids really enjoyed getting to meet the dogs and alpacas and were so excited to feed them and learn all about them. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John V., Random Lake, wi.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nature
Lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S., Albuquerque

Liked: Cleanliness
Great to be back
We love staying here! Mickie and Evelyn are fantastic hosts. It’s such a beautiful part of the Jemez mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls fishing
What a great place for our girls fishing g trip! 100 fishing total ( catch and release) caught! Micky and Evelyn were fantastic host. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Amazing
Mickey is a gracious host. The cabin has every amenity you can think of for wonderful stay. The mountain side is so beautiful. The cabin had amazing scenery and serenity like no other place. It is a wonderful place to escape the hustle and bustle of the every day working life of living in a city. The Alpacas are a special treat and magnificent animals. We will be back time and time again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Winter Wonderland
We thorougly enjoyed our stay; it was a perfect secluded winter weekend get-away. We are looking forward to returning in the Spring! Thank you Mickey!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
We enjoyed the cozy, well equipped house, the beautiful surroundings, and meeting Mickey and Evelyn, who were friendly and accommodating in every way! Thanks so much! We hope to be back sometime!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Comfy
The hosts were so great and welcoming, everything you need for a comfortable stay was provided. Felt like home. The road getting to the neiborhood/property could be a little challenging for a low 2wd vehicle. The Alpaca's were super cute and the forest and boulders looked like Lake Tahoe. Wished we would have had more time to walk to the hot springs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sydney C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable mountain home
We return to this area every year to visit Valles Caldera. The Alpaca Barnhaus is exceptionally comfortable and clean. It is light filled and spacious and was equipped with all we needed. Mickey is an enthusiastic and responsive host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorelyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding property
We had a great stay at Alpaca barnhaus. The host were very helpful and friendly. My family had a great time interacting with the Alpacas and dogs there. The accommodations were great. The owners took every measure to ensure that we arrived safely and enjoyed our stay. Top-notch experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Alpaca Barnhaus
We loved the Alpaca Barnhaus! The quiet evenings on the porch have already become one of our favorite memories. We hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022