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Near Rodeo, NM and Portal, AZ

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Animas, NM
  • Place, Chiricahua Desert Museum
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Chiricahua Gallery
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Geronimo Surrender Monument
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the area

Animas

When you stay at this vacation home in Animas, you'll be in the mountains and 12 minutes by car from Chiricahua Desert Museum. .This vacation home is 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from Chiricahua Gallery and 15.4 mi (24.8 km) from Myrtle Kraft Library.

What's nearby

  • Chiricahua Desert Museum - 16 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Chiricahua Gallery - 20 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Myrtle Kraft Library - 31 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Geronimo Surrender Monument - 34 min drive - 43.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sky Island Grill & Grocery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Armbrewster - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪pj's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lunch - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lunch - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Near Rodeo, NM and Portal, AZ

Valley Vista Getaway in southwestern New Mexico offers a unique retreat with breathtaking 360° mountain and valley views. Enjoy unparalleled stargazing in our on-site observatory (Bortle 1 skies), nature lovers explore world-renowned birding and hiking in the nearby Chiricahua Mountains and Cave Creek Canyon, Arizona, or join your host John for a personal star party or solar viewing. Awarded by LuxLife Magazine. Perfect for astronomers, birdwatchers, hikers, herpers and those seeking a peaceful escape.

Inside our cozy retreat, you'll find:

√ Sweet Dreams: A comfortable queen-sized bed with plenty of storage for your belongings.

√ Modern Bathroom: A well-appointed bathroom with a shower, taller toilet, and a convenient pull-down grab bar. Hairdryer available.

√ Relax & Recharge: A combined living room and kitchen area perfect for relaxing, dining, and enjoying each other's company.

√ All the Essentials: A washer and dryer for added convenience during your stay.

√ Stay Connected & Entertained: Enjoy AC/Heat for year-round comfort, fast WiFi for staying connected, and a Smart Roku TV with access to ABC, NBC, CBS, and your favorite streaming services.

√ Stargazers Welcome! Bring your telescope and mount and take advantage of our on-site observatory for incredible stargazing under the clear New Mexico skies.

√ Birders, Hikers, Herpers and Rock Hounds make Valley Vista Getaway your base camp for exploring Cave Creek Canyon, Arizona.

√ Perfect for 2 people: Our tiny home comfortably accommodates up to two guests, making it ideal for romantic getaways or solo adventures.

Explore the San Simon Valley: Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the surrounding area, with stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere.

Important Details:

2-night minimum stay required.
Come experience the joy of tiny living in our charming escape. Book your unforgettable getaway today!



Nightly $95 + tax

Weekly $450 + tax

Monthly $1,450 + tax

1x Cleaning Charge $25 per stay
will be charged


Amenities:

√ 1 Queen bed

√ Fully-furnished kitchen (stove with oven,
   microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator,
   coffeemaker, toaster, crockpot, crockpot liners, electric can
    opener, electric fry pan, blender)

√ 32" Smart TV with Roku

√ USB charging ports in living room lamps
   and bedroom alarm clocks

√ Full laundry facilities

√ Air-conditioning, heat and ceiling fans

√ Electric fireplace

√ WiFi 15 Mbps


√ There is No grill or fire pit because we are usually red flagged for no fires because our are is extremely dry.



Observatory for Guest Use:

Attention astronomers! If you looking for a prime location to set up your telescope and mount, look no further than our observatory located just a few steps away from the house or RV site.

Our observatory is spacious enough to accommodate two telescopes, making it ideal for visual observation or astrophotography. Furthermore, the low light pollution in the area ensures that you'll have a crystal-clear view of the night sky.

Valley Vista Getaway boasts some of the darkest Bortle 1 skies in the country, making it the perfect destination for stargazing enthusiasts.

Our observatory is equipped with

√ 10' x 12' roll-off roof

√ Sturdy concrete
   floor

√ Electricity

√ WiFi  and Ethernet

√ Monitor to plug into

√ Wind guards to increase the height of
   the walls if necessary

√ Corner shelf to hold your computer or
   eyepieces



Request a Personal Star Party:

If you don't own a telescope and would like to explore the beauty of the night sky, you can arrange for a personal star party with host John. John will visit with you about astronomy and offer a chance to observe the moon, Jupiter, Saturn, star clusters, nebulae, and other celestial objects through his telescope. In addition, he will provide insights about the night sky and allow guests to experience it firsthand.



Request a Daytime Solar Viewing:

Host John will visit with you about the sun and offer a chance to observe solar prominences and sun spots through a safe solar scope. A prominence is a large bright feature extending outward from the sun's surface. In addition, he will provide insights about the sun and allow guests to view the sun in a unique way.



Personal Star Party's and Daytime Solar Viewings are free for guests staying at Valley Vista Getaway, so why not request both experiences during your stay?
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, games, and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Alarm clock
  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai
  • Telescope

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Smartphone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Home + Observatory Dark Skies Views Birding
Home w/ Observatory Stargazing Birding Views
Home w/ Observatory Dark Skies Views Birding
Home + Observatory Astronomers Views Birders
Home w/ observatory - dark skies, birding & views Animas