Cabin on the Mountain: Your Private Forest Retreat

Welcome to Cabin on the Mountain, your ideal escape into nature! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom custom log cabin envelops you in the enchanting embrace of the forest, where you can marvel at endless skies and encounter gentle wildlife, including deer, elk, and the occasional wild horse.

Designed for those who cherish privacy and tranquility, this cabin allows for daydreaming and relaxation. Step inside to discover a spacious living room, perfect for unwinding after a day of adventure. Enjoy your favorite shows on the flat-screen TV or cozy up next to the inviting wood-burning fireplace (firewood is NOT provided) for a warm and intimate ambiance.

The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to whip up home-cooked meals, complete with essential appliances and a dishwasher to simplify cleanup. For added convenience, a washer and dryer are available, and all towels and linens are professionally laundered before your arrival.

Step out onto the beautiful wooden deck to soak in the steaming hot tub, where you can melt your worries away while enjoying the serene mountain air. Gather around the patio table with your family and friends, making memories over meals and laughter. Don't forget to bring your four-legged companions, as this cabin is pet-friendly!

With central air-conditioning for your comfort, Cabin on the Mountain is the perfect place for your next getaway. Book your retreat today and embrace the beauty of mountain living!

PLEASE NOTE: Access may require a 4WD vehicle or chains during snowy conditions due to the steep driveway. Also, firewood is not provided.

Ruidoso, Alto, and surrounding areas: Submerse yourself within the towering pines of Lincoln County and watch local wildlife such as elk, deer, wild horses, turkey, birds, and more in their natural habitats. Plan a day basking in the stillness of our national forest while hiking, biking, or fishing, golfing at one of our multiple golf courses or spend a fun night out on the town at one of the area's local attractions! Be sure to swim or fish at the beautiful Grindstone or Alto Lake, delight your senses at Winter Park with roller coaster and tubing, and explore the ski slopes and hiking trails throughout Ski Apache. Win big at one of our local casinos. Be happy you took a respite from the concrete jungle. Come relax and refresh with us!

Distances to Area Attractions and Travel Time (barring there is not an elk or wild horse traffic jam):
Bonito Lake 7.5 miles; 17 minute drive
Grindstone Lake 1.8 miles; 8 minute drive
Inn of the Mountain Gods 5.3 miles; 13 minute drive
Midtown Shopping District 2.2 miles; 8 minute drive
Ski Apache Ski Resort 19.2 miles; 43 minute drive
Ruidoso Winter Park/Screaming Eagle Roller Coaster 7.5 miles; 17 minute drive

Please Note: This home is dog-friendly with a limit of 3 dogs. A pet fee of $50.00 (plus tax) per pet applies. Please let us know if you'll be bringing your furry friend so we can make the necessary arrangements. For their safety and comfort, pets are required to be kenneled when left alone in all of our pet-friendly cabins.

Bedding: 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Full

Please Read: Hummingbird Cabins, LLC is the host and who will provide customer service after you've booked your rental home through VRBO. Therefore, be advised that our cancellation policy, in-house policies, and procedures may differ from VRBO. All guests will receive our Guest License Agreement that outlines our policies and procedures and are asked to initial and e-sign before receiving their rental information (address and access code). We ask that you please read our policies as we will adhere to them once you've booked your reservation with us (even when booking through a 3rd party entity).

The fine print, what to expect: Our cabins include basic cable, satellite or streaming television, basic cooking utensils, propane gas grill (propane provided), washer and dryer (if applicable- please look at the amenities), towels and bed linens for guest use along with heating for winter. Our homes come equipped with either a drip or Keurig coffee maker. *Linens and bath towels *Extra blankets and bedding *Spa towels for properties with spas/hot tubs. While our kitchens are fully equipped with glassware/cookware/utensils/dishes, etc. this does not ensure that all homes will have a blender, crock pot, spices, coffee, or condiments. Please call ahead to confirm if items such as these are available. If not, we ask that you bring your own. Basic toiletries in the Master bathroom only are: * bar soap *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom. Basic toiletries in all additional bathrooms (if applicable) are: *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom, *one (1) travel-sized bar soap and/or facial soap. Basic supplies in the home: *five (5) All-Clear laundry pods, *dish detergent in pod or liquid form (quantities may vary and/or be limited), and three (3) Lemi Shine rinse agent in single-use cups (for homes with dishwashers), *liquid dish soap in (at minimum) a partial container (may only be in homes without dishwashers- check amenities to ensure the home you booked has a dishwasher), *two to three (2-3) rolls of paper towels, *two (2) trash liners in each waste basket; one (1) prepared in a basket and at least one (1) in the bottom or under the sink. We encourage guests to please be mindful of the supplies we provide and always bring extras as housekeeping does not deliver more than what is required to be left in the homes. We highly encourage guests to be prepared with access to chains and/or 4-wheel drive in winter months. Firewood is not provided for homes with wood-burning fireplaces