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River Hideout | Deck • Cozy • Pet Friendly

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Property grounds
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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven
Smart TV, fireplace, offices

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroom47 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Ruidoso, NM
  • Place, Wingfield Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Cree Medows Public Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Grindstone Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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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.

River Hideout | Deck • Cozy • Pet Friendly

Summary:

1 Bed | 1 Bath | Sleeps 4

🌊 River Hideout | On the River • King Bed • Pet Friendly



Welcome to River Hideout, your peaceful riverside escape in Ruidoso’s scenic Upper Canyon. This 1BR/1BA duplex cottage is perched right on the Rio Ruidoso, so you can fish, read, or grill with your toes practically in the water.



Perfect for couples, solo travelers, or small groups, this cozy hideaway offers rustic charm with modern touches — plus wildlife sightings and a soundtrack of rushing water all day long



The Space:

1 Bed/1 Bath | Maximum Guests: 4

Welcome to River Hideout, your peaceful riverside escape in Ruidoso’s scenic Upper Canyon. This 1BR/1BA duplex cottage is perched right on the Rio Ruidoso, so you can fish, read, or grill with your toes practically in the water.



Perfect for couples, solo travelers, or small groups, this cozy hideaway offers rustic charm with modern touches — plus wildlife sightings and a soundtrack of rushing water all day long.



🛌 The Space

1 Bedroom — king bed with fresh linens and natural light



1 Bathroom — stand-up shower



Living Room — electric fireplace, new sleeper sofa, Smart TV



Full Kitchen — compact, stocked with basics for cooking in



Riverside Deck — propane grill + table & chairs, right at the water’s edge



Wi-Fi & Streaming TV



Central Heat + Window Unit A/C



Pet Friendly 🐾 (with pre-approval & additional fee)



🌟 Why You’ll Love It

Amazing riverfront location — your deck sits directly over the Rio Ruidoso



Perfect for 2–4 guests — one bedroom + new sleeper sofa



Wildlife everywhere — watch elk, deer, turkeys, and more from the deck



Quirky, cozy layout — unique charm with modern comfort



Close to town — 5 min to Midtown shops & restaurants



🔑 Guest Access & Notes

Entire private unit (1 side of duplex) + riverside deck + parking



Self check-in via smart lock



Pet fee applies ($35); approval required



Located in a flood evacuation zone — check forecast during rainy months



📍 Nearby Highlights

Midtown Ruidoso — 5 min



Grindstone Lake — 8 min



Inn of the Mountain Gods — 12 min



Ski Apache Base — 25 min



The Links Golf Course — 15 min



Amenities: One Bedroom with King Bed, One Bathroom with Stand-up Shower, Full Compact Kitchen, Back Porch with Table and Chairs, Propane Gas Grill, New Sleeper Sofa, Wi-Fi, Steaming Capabilities, Central Heat, Window Unti A/C, On the River, Pet Friendly (with additional fee)



Guest Access:

You will go directly to the property to check in. Please call the office for check in any time after 4. We will give you the lock box code.

Please make sure you have signed your rental agreement that you were sent directly to your email before you call.



The Neighborhood:

Upper Canyon



Getting Around:

You will need a car.



Interaction with Guests:

As much or as little as you need. Our office hours are 9 AM to 7 PM 7 days a week. We are always available for emergencies. We are closed on Christmas.
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Grindstone Lake. Features include laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cabin.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, fireplace and balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Wingfield Park and 6 minutes from Cree Medows Public Golf Course
As a guest of River Hideout | Deck • Cozy • Pet Friendly, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Ruidoso cabin is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

All properties not owned by Mountain Air Cabins are proudly managed by Mountain Air Realty, LLC. All day-to-day operations are handled by Mountain ...

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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River Hideout | Deck • Cozy • Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis Carlos P.

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

Great stay

Will definitely be booking again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Perfect for our needs on this trip

This was our pups first road trip. The cabin was perfect for what we needed. The layout of the cabin was a little different but not an issue. Whoever manages this cabin was very attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

TOM F.

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

Riverfront cabin

No problem with the cabin but the area is very rough/torn up because of last year’s fires.We will return, the whole area is being cleaned up, we understand the situation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Nathan H.

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

Decent but dirty

The check in process was super easy. The location was pretty good. Unfortunately during our stay there was construction going on all around. For the price the amenities were decent. The floors, counters, tables and all surfaces were filthy, not just dusty, filthy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

pleasant

the only thing was the bathroom shower was leaking alot of water made the floor slippery and dangerous. we could have used more towels.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Janet W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Upper canyon

Couldn’t lock the door so we couldn’t leave. Paid for 2 nights. Stayed only 1. Won’t return
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert S.

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

Nice but needs to improve

We stayed here many times, this time though the front chair was full of long dog hairs and a rodent was in the kitchen draw. Left behind dropping and eating ketchup packets. Also can use an outdoor back porch light. Coming in late and trying to grill can be a hassle.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Arnold Z.

The setting could not have been more perfect! The river and wildlife were great!

I only gave 2 stars because of the property. It had a very awkward layout. The frige didnt have a freezer that i could find. The Wi-Fi didn't work and the tv remote batteries were dead. I can't recommend :(
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Too hot!

There are way more positives than negatives. We’re 61 and 70. This cabin had fans, but they didn’t circulate any air, and the only air conditioning was a window unit in the kitchen that was absolutely worthless cooling any other part of the cabin. I really mean to say it’s location was fabulous. Unit was spotless, and check in and check out was seamless. However, we had to leave early. Couldn’t stand another night without air conditioning. I don’t think it’s the owners fault. Temperatures are hideous around the country right now, but a fan being provided for sleeping would be handy for future guests this summer. Just a thought.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clint E.

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

Quick getaway

Clean great location reasonable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Rhonda C.

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

Great location

Please get a new microwave omg I could not get things hot enough or boiling over. They are cheap now a days splurge. As for TV be prepared to not watch too complicated too many apps just simple. Over all again great location just not able to heat up easily without it being too cold or boiled over. Sharp Carousel pl are get rid of.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Larry O.

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

Interesting property

Very clean; gas fireplace in the living room was a plus. Bathroom a distance from the bedroom was a bit of an inconvenience. The "river" is a relatively small, but picturesque creek. Having a herd of deed in the meadow was a definite plus. The connection to another cabin could have been a minus had those guests been noisy. One needs to know how to get to Sling TV to get the TVs in the living room and bedroom fully operational. No problem with internet connection. All amenities were available and the property was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle S.

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

Creek side haven!

It was wonderful.. loved the location and all the wildlife!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patricia B.

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

Ruidoso River Hideaway

We were totally impressed with the location, price and the cabin. We will definitely be staying there again and recommending to our friends & family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024