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Peace, quiet and dark night skies in Albuquerque’s Rio Grande South Valley

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Nestled in Albuquerque's Rio Grande South Valley, Little Bird Casita offers a serene retreat. Relax on the balcony with clear views of the Sandias and Southern Rocky Mountains or unwind on the patio surrounded by lush private farmland.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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.

Peace, quiet and dark night skies in Albuquerque’s Rio Grande South Valley

Enjoy peace, quiet, dark night sky and tranquility in Albuquerque’s Rio Grande South Valley. You will be surrounded by green and verdant private farmland and open spaces.

Only 20 minutes from ABQ Airport and 25 minutes from downtown, Old Town and Nob Hill, the Little Bird Casita is near to all the cultural activities, museums, fine and casual dining and shopping one might desire.

The lower level has a fully equipped kitchen and living area, including a fold-out queen size bed and half bathroom with a washer and dryer. There are double doors leading to a comfortable outdoor patio.

Upstairs, an open suite with a queen bed, full bathroom and additional living area is perfect for relaxing, reading, working or resting. There is a balcony with clear views of the Sandias, Southern Rocky Mountains, Pajarito Open Space and the historic Hubbel Gutierrez House and Farm.

Walking and hiking trails are close by. You will be enchanted by the New Mexico sunsets.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 9 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.
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a river

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)

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Note from host: Under request in advance

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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

About the area

Located on a river, this holiday home is in South Valley, a neighbourhood in Albuquerque. Gutierrez-Hubbell House and Sunshine Theater are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Isleta Eagle Golf Course and Championship Golf Course at the University of New Mexico. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Isotopes Park or McKinnon Family Tennis Stadium. Visit our Albuquerque travel guide
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Albuquerque, NM

What's nearby

  • Yucca in its full, glorious bloom on UNM campus just north of Northrop Hall.
    University of New Mexico
    16 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Aerial View of Albuquerque, The biggest City in New Mexico
    Albuquerque Convention Center
    17 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2017
    Balloon Fiesta Park
    26 min drive - 35.8 km
  • Gutierrez-Hubbell House
    1 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Kirtland Air Force Base
    23 min drive - 23.6 km

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center
    15 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chili's
    4 min drive
  • Circle K
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    7 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Miches
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peace, quiet and dark night skies in Albuquerque’s Rio Grande South Valley pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Peace, quiet and dark night skies in Albuquerque’s Rio Grande South Valley?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peace, quiet and dark night skies in Albuquerque’s Rio Grande South Valley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peace, quiet and dark night skies in Albuquerque’s Rio Grande South Valley?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peace, quiet and dark night skies in Albuquerque’s Rio Grande South Valley located?

Located in South Valley, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Gutierrez-Hubbell House and 2 mi (3.1 km) from Rio Grande. Westgate Dog Park and Isleta Eagle Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Peace, quiet and dark night skies in Albuquerque’s Rio Grande South Valley Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was a great place to stay. Lots of space and owners were friendly. Private and clean
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, comfortable, well-appointed, spacious property with full kitchen and bathroom on each level. Pet-friendly. Quiet location, away from major traffic, but still accessible to major highways, attractions, shopping & restaurants. Host was very gracious, patient, and available when we had a question. We had a positive experience & would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi P.

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

Short visit

The Casita was very nice and comfortable and the owners where very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannien H.

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

Casita

Perfect little Casita for our family. The location is great, the property is beautiful, and the check in process is easy. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathie M.

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

Peaceful Retreat

Great stay- enjoyed watching the bees 🐝 in the evening and listening to the local roosters in the morning while having coffee on the patio. Beautiful place❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn H.

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

Epicurean

After a 17hr drive from California, I arrived at this hidden gem with my wife to this secluded and private heaven on earth. Extremely peaceful and quiet. Friendly at check in. Very accommodating. I live in Abq now but this place will definitely be a staycation
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G.

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

Peaceful and Cozy

Nice 2-story with everything you need. Very clean, nice decor, spacious rooms m, w/d, & full kitchen. Nicely decorated. Very private on a large rural property with mature trees & quiet surroundings. Outside of town, but close to shopping center & restaurants. Definitely recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles K.

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

what?

nice home, very comfortable and easy to access.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lenore W.

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

Lovely & Serene

This property was so nice and peaceful in a very beautiful neighborhood. The casita is a stand alone property next the owner's home but they are not connected. The grounds were so lovely and the weather was perfect! I loved that they had green grass for my dog Max! The inside was warm and cozy with lots of room and it had everything I needed. I hope to return again soon! I had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doris S.

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

Gem

This is an excellent rental. A real gem! It was clean, well supplied, roomy, comfortable bed, great in every way. Very peaceful. There is a balcony. We so much enjoyed sitting there in the afternoon, reading and watching birds. Even a Road Runner made a few visits! This location is great! We are bird watchers. We were able to easily get to a number of bird watching hot spots. Stores and restaurants were close by. The owners are extremely nice and helpful. We highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin S.

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

Short and sweet

We arrived later in the evening after dark so the owner of the property came out of his adjacent main home next the VRBO to direct us since it was difficult seeing. He seemed nice. We left around 5:30 the following morning before the same came up so obviously we did not stay long but everything was clean and as expected so no problems there. It did a great job of serving us for what we needed it for.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

Relaxing and clean

Trying to find the best seat in the house when there are so many best seats was my only dilemma. Do I enjoy my toast and tea on the back patio outside the kitchen or do I take it to the deck off the bedroom upstairs? David was attentive without being intrusive. We truly felt like we were alone on a ranch. The sunsets are gorgeous from this location and the accessibility to downtown is a breeze. We made three trips to The Sawmill for excellent meals, but if you prefer to cook at the Casita, it's set up for it. The Casita is clean as a whistle and everything is coordinated beautifully. A lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaye S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Bird Casita was too wonderful for words! Our hosts, David and Joanie, were extremely hospitable and communication was great. The casita was filled with beautiful art, giving us a sweet sense of the culture and history of the Southwest. Every little amenity was carefully incorporated into that lovely space. Little Bird was the perfect location for our base as we enjoyed Albuquerque and daily explored other NM cities. Some of our favorite discoveries were the New Mexico Museum of Geology & Mineral Resources, the Nuclear Museum, The Indian Pueblo Culture Museum (a must see! And, there is a nice restaurant there!), the Ice Cave and Bandera Volcano, the Sandia Peak Tramway, the Georgia O'Keefe Museum, the NM History Museum (and all things Santa Fe!), Taos shopping, White Sands National Park, Pistachioland, the Jemez Pueblo (gorgeous fall color and lovely local people!), Soda Dam, Battleship Park, Red Rock, Valles Caldera, the Petroglyph National Monument, The Back Country Trail, and hiking the mountain trails as well as the walking trail behind the casita! It was so nice to come back to the comfort and beauty of Little Bird at the end of each fun day. We highly recommend this VRBO. It could not have been more perfect!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay was very nice. The space was quiet, clean and close to our venue. Our host was very quick to respond to our needs. I would absolutely stay again if I am in town and it is available.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lincoln - Paula W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful- looking forward to staying again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The casita is adorable! Stocked with everything we needed and the hosts were responsive to any questions etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and adorable on the inside. Would definitely recommend to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovey spacious two story cottage with lovely touches. Including a wonderful bathtub!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

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

Excellent home

Everything was clean, 1st time we were in the area very nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ysobj

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you want something that’s both cozy and stylish, this is the place. Everything about this place was so unique and beautiful. The hosts are amazing at communication and are so kind, wish we would’ve stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great safe location. Very clean and wonderfully decorated. Highly recommend this casita. Easy to get to anywhere in Albuquerque. I have rented quite a few vrbo rentals all over the country and this will be in my top 3 list.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracey H.

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

Cute little bird.

This casita is described as a 2 bedroom and it is not. There is a bedroom upstairs and a pullout sofa downstairs with no door. The coffee maker was filthy and the countertop was dirty. I recommend bringing some Clorox wipes. The decor was darling and the art work is beautiful. It was nice to see all the stars ⭐️ at night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025