Peaceful Hilltop Casita w/ Stunning Views, Close to the Historic Plaza
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Peaceful Hilltop Casita w/ Stunning Views, Close to the Historic Plaza
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501, United States
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Amenities
Golf Course
Skiing
Horse Riding
Hiking
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Barbecue
No Smoking in Public Areas
Garden
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Property Description
Our casita, Cielito Lindo, is located in exclusive North Hills, situated at an altitude of 7,200 ft. on a serene and beautiful hilltop, three minutes from the historic Santa Fe Plaza, galleries, restaurants, shopping and night life. Experience sunrises and sunsets as you've never seen before. Night is especially magical in North Hills. In the summer, sit outside on your private portal listening to the wind sighing in the piñons. Gaze at stars so bright you can almost touch them. Hear the howl of coyotes in far-off hills and, in between, a serene and profound silence unique to the high desert country of northern New Mexico. In the winter, build a roaring fire in the kiva and snuggle in with a book, music or television or just listen in silence to the crackling fire. Cielito Lindo is a place to reconnect - with yourself and with the world around you.
Situated on a hilltop off a quiet street with private parking, Cielito Lindo offers a cosy, romantic getaway that features a large living room complete with a Kiva fireplace, 50" TV, and stereo system. Enjoy home cooked meals from the spacious fully equipped kitchen or take a short walk down to the plaza for shopping and restaurants. The bedroom offers a queen bed, along with plenty of closet space. The den can also be used as a second bedroom complete with a sleeper sofa or as an office while working away from home.
This casita is ideal for a writer, painter, arts lover, couple or family in search of serenity and all the natural beauty that Santa Fe has to offer.
For those interested in working offsite, the casita has high speed internet accessed through cable. The service provider is Xfinity and our plan includes their Performance Pro internet (300 Mbps download speed, gaming, multiple devices), digital tv and a VoIP landline.
Conveniently located about 1 mile from the historic Santa Fe Plaza, shops, grocery stores, galleries and museums and a 12-minute drive from the world-famous outdoor Santa Fe Opera.
For skiers/boarders which the owners are, the base of the Ski Santa Fe Quad is 17 miles or a 30-minute drive away. You can also take a bus to the ski basin; the bus stop and free parking are two minutes from the casita.
Amenities include:
- Totally remodeled home in 2018
- Keyless entry - no need to interact with hosts or others
- 2-minute drive to the plaza and downtown
- 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
- 2 walk-in closets in master bedroom
- Futon sofa/bed and writing desk in separate den/office
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Washer/Dryer
- Central air conditioning and heating
- Cable 50” flat screen TV in living room
- Cable 24” flat screen TV in bedroom
- Stereo system with iPod port
- High Speed Internet – Wifi
- Kiva fireplace
- Private patio with patio furniture
- Path to a private area to view sunsets over the Jemez Mts.
- Dedicated parking off street
- Private and secure
- Santa Fe Short Term Rental License # 19-00155343About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About events:No events allowed.Please observe state restrictions..
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10.0/10
Cleanliness10.0
Amenities10.0
Location10.0
Service10.0
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Surroundings
Airport: Santa Fe Regional Airport
(24.1 km)
Train: Santa Fe Depot Rail Runner Station
(3.3 km)
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One-Bedroom Cottage
1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
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- Location10.0
- Service10.0
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Beth M.
August 6, 2025
Nice Casita close to all of Santa Fe. Sharing property with owners - but never saw/heard anything! Loved the quiet neighborhood! Easy access to downtown Santa Fe.
Randy M.
August 3, 2025
We loved this place! Beautiful outdoor patio and lots of nonstop entertainment from hummingbirds. Lots of other birds, a visit from a young buck deer with beautiful velvet on his antlers, coyotes at night and gorgeous sunsets. Kitchen was well stocked as far as cooking utensils. Very quiet and comfortable and it will be our first choice when we return to Santa Fe.
Lynda H.
July 26, 2025
This was better than the pictures! The hosts made it feel like it was your home. One of bests places we have ever stayed.
Brin G.
July 16, 2025
Beautiful stay!
Loved the casita! Great view and amenities! Very good location. 10-15 dollar uber to most anywhere. Great inside and outside space. Only consideration is if you are on girls trip and only one bathroom might be a little hard because the bathroom is in the bedroom. Adding a door to the existing bathroom for another entrance would be very helpful! Otherwise, highly recommended !!!
Karen C.
June 25, 2025
Roomy. Comfortable. Peaceful. Perfect.
I happen to love this casita! It definitely has a “Santa Fe” feel with lots of windows that open to allow the New Mexico breezes. The kitchen had everything I needed. The outdoor spaces are lovely. In one spot you can enjoy the hummingbirds and the songs of the towhees, the other provides great viewing of the spectacular sunsets. The hosts were very helpful in providing recommendations for hiking and activities in the area. It was a truly lovely stay. I definitely recommend.
Cathy L.
June 30, 2025
We loved it!
Chris and Marie were awesome and we loved the Casita. It was perfect! If you want any recommendations for things to do, just ask. Convenient location, very clean and excellent views for sunsets!!
Steve and Linda T.
June 5, 2025
Santa Fe Casita with a View
Private hilltop retreat in touch with the great flora, fauna and environment of the Santa Fe foothills yet a short driving distance from the heart of the city. Fully furnished and equipped for an excellent six night stay.
Judy and Michael B.
May 13, 2025
Peaceful Hilltop Casita Oasis
Between, April 24 – May 7, 2025 we enjoyed our third visit to Chris and Marie’s Peaceful Hilltop Casita oasis in Santa Fe. In a previous reviews we described in detail all the wonderful reasons why we enjoyed our stay. One again our hosts, Chris and Marie, made every effort to make our stay comfortable. The day before we were scheduled to begin our drive back home a spring snow storm hit Santa Fe and the surrounding region. Chris and Marie offered another night in the casita so the storm could pass through so we would leave a day later making our drive safer. Plus, supplying us with pinon wood, kindling, and fire starters so we could enjoy a cozy fire in the Kiva fireplace. This speaks volumes about the Howson’s. One could not ask for more thoughtful, kind hosts. If you are looking to enjoy a restful, renewing experience with all the beauty that Santa Fe and the surrounding area offers then look no further than the delightful Peaceful Hilltop Casita. Once again, kudos to Chris and Marie.
Shana M.
April 9, 2025
Perfect Casita for a couple
Everything about this Casita was just as described. The location is great, easy to get too with private parking, in a nice quiet neighborhood. It feels very private, yet close and convenient to grocery stores, restaurants, hikes, and downtown. The ease of check-in/out, and communication with the host couldnt have been better!been
Services & Amenities
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Golf Course
Off-site
Skiing
Off-site
Horse Riding
Off-site
Hiking
Off-site
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
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Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Public areas
Barbecue
No Smoking in Public Areas
Garden
Health & wellness
Golf Course
Off-site
Mountain Climbing
Off-site
Hiking
Off-site
Kayaking
Off-site
Skiing
Off-site
Horse Riding
Off-site
Mountain Biking
Off-site
Rock Climbing
Off-site
Activities
Fishing
Off-site
Eco Tours
Off-site
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 15:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
Please contact the hotel for details about cot and extra bed policies.
Property host
Chris Howson
Speaks: English, French
About this property
Our casita, Cielito Lindo, is located in exclusive North Hills, situated at an altitude of 7,200 ft. on a serene and beautiful hilltop, three minutes from the historic Santa Fe Plaza, galleries, restaurants, shopping and night life. Experience sunrises and sunsets as you've never seen before. Night is especially magical in North Hills. In the summer, sit outside on your private portal listening to the wind sighing in the piñons. Gaze at stars so bright you can almost touch them. Hear the howl of coyotes in far-off hills and, in between, a serene and profound silence unique to the high desert country of northern New Mexico. In the winter, build a roaring fire in the kiva and snuggle in with a book, music or television or just listen in silence to the crackling fire. Cielito Lindo is a place to reconnect - with yourself and with the world around you.
Situated on a hilltop off a quiet street with private parking, Cielito Lindo offers a cosy, romantic getaway that features a large living room complete with a Kiva fireplace, 50" TV, and stereo system. Enjoy home cooked meals from the spacious fully equipped kitchen or take a short walk down to the plaza for shopping and restaurants. The bedroom offers a queen bed, along with plenty of closet space. The den can also be used as a second bedroom complete with a sleeper sofa or as an office while working away from home.
This casita is ideal for a writer, painter, arts lover, couple or family in search of serenity and all the natural beauty that Santa Fe has to offer.
For those interested in working offsite, the casita has high speed internet accessed through cable. The service provider is Xfinity and our plan includes their Performance Pro internet (300 Mbps download speed, gaming, multiple devices), digital tv and a VoIP landline.
Conveniently located about 1 mile from the historic Santa Fe Plaza, shops, grocery stores, galleries and museums and a 12-minute drive from the world-famous outdoor Santa Fe Opera.
For skiers/boarders which the owners are, the base of the Ski Santa Fe Quad is 17 miles or a 30-minute drive away. You can also take a bus to the ski basin; the bus stop and free parking are two minutes from the casita.
Amenities include:
- Totally remodeled home in 2018
- Keyless entry - no need to interact with hosts or others
- 2-minute drive to the plaza and downtown
- 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
- 2 walk-in closets in master bedroom
- Futon sofa/bed and writing desk in separate den/office
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Washer/Dryer
- Central air conditioning and heating
- Cable 50” flat screen TV in living room
- Cable 24” flat screen TV in bedroom
- Stereo system with iPod port
- High Speed Internet – Wifi
- Kiva fireplace
- Private patio with patio furniture
- Path to a private area to view sunsets over the Jemez Mts.
- Dedicated parking off street
- Private and secure
- Santa Fe Short Term Rental License # 19-00155343About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About events:No events allowed.Please observe state restrictions..
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About This Property
| Nearest Airport | Santa Fe Regional Airport |
|---|---|
| Distance to Airport | 24.09KM |
| Nearest Train Station | Santa Fe Depot Rail Runner Station |
| Distance to Train Station | 3.28KM |
| Hotel Star Rating | 3 |



