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High Expectations | Epic Views, Hot Tub

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Outdoor spa tub
7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms3 bathrooms434 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Ruidoso, NM
  • Place, Pillow's Funtrackers
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Wingfield Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Grindstone Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the area

Ruidoso

Located in Ruidoso, this vacation home is in the mountains, within a 10-minute drive of Free Spirits at Noisy Water and Museum of the Horse. .This vacation home is 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Casino Apache Travel Center and 4 mi (6.5 km) from Pillow's Funtrackers.

What's nearby

  • Pillow's Funtrackers - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Wingfield Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Grindstone Lake - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Casino Apache - 7 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lost Hiker Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Quarters Restaurant and Nightclub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cattle Baron - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cornerstone Bakery & Cafe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

High Expectations | Epic Views, Hot Tub

Welcome to High Expectations, a stunning seven-bedroom, three-bathroom mountain retreat nestled in the heart of Ruidoso. With breathtaking views of the Sierra Blanca mountain range and space to comfortably accommodate up to 16 guests, this home is perfect for large families or group getaways.

Inside, the first floor offers an expansive, open-concept living area with plush sofas, a large Smart TV, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. Step through the doors onto the spacious furnished deck, where you’ll find a fire table and a gas grill, ideal for evening barbecues while soaking in the majestic mountain views. The fully equipped kitchen boasts stainless-steel appliances, bar counter seating, and a separate dining table, making mealtime a breeze.

The main level features three inviting bedrooms, including the king-size primary suite with balcony access, a Smart TV, and a luxurious private bathroom with a walk-in shower, garden tub, and walk-in closet.

Downstairs, the ground level offers even more space to unwind, with four additional bedrooms and a cozy family room. Enjoy sectional seating, a Smart TV, a coffee/wine bar, and a pool table. Patio doors lead to the second furnished deck, complete with a private hot tub for ultimate relaxation.

Located just minutes from Midtown Ruidoso, you’ll be close to boutique shopping, delicious dining, and year-round activities like hiking, skiing, and horseback riding. Explore the charm of the local area, then return to High Expectations for evenings filled with warmth, comfort, and incredible views.

Book your stay at High Expectations today and experience Ruidoso like never before!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a hot tub, or other amenities including an arcade/game room and gas grills.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Unit size: 4,666 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in 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

Children are welcome

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

Property is also known as

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Reviews

High Expectations | Epic Views, Hot Tub Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean Spacious Great view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Herman K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lexie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Where VRBO said the house was is on the opposite side of town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house itself is great. Plenty of space for 16, comfortable beds and great location. For the price of this house we expected better amenities and service. Here are some of the issues: We were only provided two garbage bags, one halfway used roll of paper towels, two pods for the dishwasher, a tiny bottle of bad dish soap, no shampoo or conditioner, one roll of toilet paper in each bathroom, no bedding for the couch bed, only one mixing bowl (had to use pots instead), the only large frying pan is in very bad shape, no glass plate in microwave, minimal coffee service and fire pit does not work. We went to grill our dinner on the first night and there was no propane. Called and got a foreign service informed him of issue. Sent a text that was never replied back to. The next day, talk to the local service and they assured me that a propane tank would be sent out. Nothing was ever sent out. The refrigerator and freezer were basically turned off when we got there. We had brought coolers of food up with us and had to keep them in our cooler until the fridge and freezer got to an acceptable temperature. The fridge never got cold. We had to put frozen water bottles in the fridge to keep it cold. I spoke with the local service about this and they never sent anyone out.Also, prior to our stay, Ruidoso experienced some major flooding. I sent four different messages and called three times to make sure that our house was not affected and still OK to come up. Never received a reply.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Small vacation

Lots of room for everyone that stayed. We enjoyed the huge balcony and each area of the home. The kids liked the hot tub and pool table. Definitely would stay again if going with a large party!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sammee F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Pretty place in the mountains. Unique house. Comfortable. Beautiful view. They provided towels, linens, toilet paper, paper towels, soap, shampoo, kitchen necessities - over and above what a lot of B&B’s provide. The only complaint I had was lack of communication on things that needed to be fixed. Exhaust fan in master bath, filtered water in kitchen, gas fire pit on porch. Property management said it was an owner issue but there was no access to contact owner. Pilot light was out everyday on the gas fire place and had to request maintenance every day to reset it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend

What a beautiful home, we had a blast and would definitely come back!!!:)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIA C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place to stay!

Very comfortable, spotless place to stay with a beautiful view to the mountain.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024