Places to stay near Santa Fe National Forest

Tres Pastores - Beautiful Tesuque Escape

Welcome to your home away from home! Peaceful, spacious, (2100 sqft) private home on secluded 5 acre compound in beautiful Tesuque. Conveniently located just 9 miles from downtown Santa Fe. This beautiful adobe home has two large bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a fully stocked open concept kitchen. The home exudes Santa Fe charm with vigas throughout, Saltillo tile, functional kiva fireplace, and ample windows for natural lighting. Private outdoor patio and access to breathtaking views from gazebo

Sky-filled 'Studio Cielito' @ Rancho Los Sonadores

Welcome to Studio Cielito - a desert-inspired cottage designed with bath lovers in mind. Curated with vintage touches, luxury linens, and everything you need to relax and rejuvenate near the magical Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Just 8 mins from Meow Wolf and 14 mins from The Plaza, but surrounded by nature with a country feel. If your dates are not avail, click on our profile for our other rentals. **Due to COVID-19, we are asking that all guests be vaccinated to help keep our community safe.

Eco Mountain Home Close To Town by McDant LLC

Our place is in the mountains on the edge of town and National Forest, 1.5 miles from 10,000 Waves Japanese Spa, 10 minutes to the Plaza in the heart of Santa Fe, and 20 minutes to the ski basin with unlimited hiking and mountain biking in between. The house is tasteful, private, quiet, has amazing views, and has easy access to Santa Fe's finest restaurants, galleries, and activities. Great for couples, solo or family adventurers, or business travelers. 4X4 recommended in winter, check with us.

Happy Ram: Views! Beautiful. Peaceful. Upscale.

Want a unique, stylish, peaceful stay in Santa Fe? Happy Ram is an architect-designed, professionally decorated home on a 6.4-acre estate. Huge views of the Sangre de Cristo mountains from every room. Thick rammed earth walls create incredible quiet. Bedrooms on opposite sides of the home for maximum privacy. Patio with fireplace. Just 5 minutes to hip Tesuque Village, 6 to Four Seasons Resort, 11 to Santa Fe Opera, 14 to Santa Fe Plaza. Make your Santa Fe dream vacation come true! STRO-40172

Santa Fe Super Dome

*READ ALL property info BEFORE BOOKING* Stay in the coolest spot in the Santa Fe area. New deck! Glamping dome on 8 private acres of ancient canyons, just south of Santa Fe on Hwy 14. Enjoy 360 degree views of every mountain chain in the area - Sangre de Christos, Jemez, Sandias, Ortiz, Manzanos. You even get Mt. Taylor, silhoutted in exquisite sunsets. This is the ultimate high desert glamping experience. Indoor plumbing, heat, stone shower, king bed. Personal Chef services available.

Taos Skybox "Horizons" High Desert Retreat

Set on 30 acres of private land on the western edge of town, Taos Skybox "Horizons" studio is a unique vacation home experience, purpose-built to take advantage of the dark skies and endless vistas of the high desert landscape. Sitting at 7,000 ft. above sea level, views abound, as your retreat borders Taos Pueblo Native lands, yet is only 15 minutes from the Taos Plaza. Truly a memorable destination, Horizons is modern and well-equipped with a full kitchen, laundry, and fiber optic internet!

The Red Earth Palace Retreat

An architectural gem with private access to natural hot springs in the Rio Grande Gorge Park. A living and breathing piece of art on fifteen private acres nestled amongst junipers trees, pinon and sage brush, offering sweeping views of the surrounding valley. Sustainably built with cast earth walls, corrugated metal roof, radiant heat, and Japanese style mahogany wood work, plus all the amenities and comforts of a modern home. Miles of hikes into and above the Rio Grande River and Gorge.

Hilltop Nest

Kick back and relax in this stylish cabin in the forest. Hilltop location with forever views. Just off scenic Route 66 (Hwy 50), up a steep (but short) driveway, sits a 2-bedroom log cabin with plenty of birdsong and pine trees, a porch surrounded by views and furnished with a grill for outdoor dining. Five miles east is the village of Pecos with the Pecos River for fishing, hiking, and exploring. Sixteen miles north is the legendary city of Santa Fe packed with world-class art and culture

Magical Desert Casita with Stargazing & Hiking!

I LOVE sharing my truly magical property with guests, and I have put so much love into this charming casita! It is located on the Turquoise Trail, a breathtaking National Scenic Byway. Poised on 10 beautiful acres with mountain views, you will be 17 miles from Santa Fe, 2 miles from the charming little village of Los Cerrillos, and 5 miles from the popular artsy mining town of Madrid. You can hike right out the door, and enjoy out-of-this-world star gazing, and amazing sunrises and sunsets!

THE BARN — River Retreat, Hot Tub, A/C, EV Charger

Let the beauty and tranquility of nature sweep you away as you settle into our thoughtfully curated guesthouse with breathtaking views. Located on the banks of the Rio Pueblo and overlooking a pasture of tall trees, you'll find everything you need in this well-appointed, centrally located retreat. Watch the sunrise with a hot cup of coffee from the spacious decks, then head out to explore, ski, or sled. The sparkling hot tub and luxurious comfort of the home will welcome you back.

Bali Spirit Earthship near Taos

Welcome to Bali Spirit Earthship, a spacious off-grid retreat near Taos with iconic Earthship design, desert views, a sunny greenhouse, and room to gather. This listing is for the private west side of Mother Earthship. The attached east-side casita, Raven’s Lair, is rented separately; both sides are private with only the driveway shared. Bali is ideal for guests who want a memorable high-desert stay with sustainable design, natural light, quiet surroundings, and modern comfort.

River Oasis | Hot Springs Nearby

Nestled at the base of a majestic mountain, Casa del Rio offers sweeping views of the mesa and river, with the Jemez River flowing right through the property. Modern amenities meet natural beauty—enjoy sunsets from the deck, s’mores by the riverside firepit, and drift off to the soothing sounds of the water. Just five minutes from hot springs and scenic hikes, and only an hour from Santa Fe or Albuquerque, it’s the perfect place to relax, explore, and make unforgettable memories.