Charming Tuscan Retreat with Gourmet Kitchen and Stunning Views - Elegant Escape

Experience the charm of Tuscany in the heart of Albuquerque - No house guest without prior approval. Welcome to our Tuscan-style retreat in the Rio Grande North Valley, just one mile from Old Town and the Sawmill District. This custom home blends classic charm with modern comfort, offering warm finishes, arched details, and inviting living spaces for gathering or relaxing. Upstairs you’ll find three bedrooms: a king, two twins, and a queen near the laundry. Downstairs features a private queen room and a folding couch by the fireplace. No House guests without prior approval from host. This is a non-smoking property. Please respect our no additional visitors or gatherings policy. Only registered guests are allowed. Pets are welcome on the first floor to keep our carpeted areas pristine. For security and privacy, exterior surveillance cameras are in use. A guest access code will be provided. Parking is permitted in the garage and in the driveway, which can accommodate a maximum of 4 vehicles (2 in the garage and 2 in the driveway). 1 garage door opener is provided. Conveniently located just a mile from Old Town, you can easily explore the area on foot or use public transportation. For day trips, highways and major routes are within easy reach. Your comfort and privacy are paramount. Our team is always available to assist with any questions or concerns, but we'll ensure your stay is as seamless and private as possible. Location: this home is nestled in the perfect location – 2 minutes away from the historic Old Town, the Sawmill district, and a host of other restaurants/ shops/ bars. About 10 miles (13 minutes) from the Balloon Fiesta Park, 5 minutes away from the newly renovated Tingly Beach, 9 minutes from the Albuquerque uptown plaza, 7 minutes away from UNM, etc. This house is centrally located and has extremely easy and fast access to I-40, making it perfect to get where you need to go in a hurry. About the home: the home is very spacious and boasts 2,677 SQFT of living space. Downstairs there are massive 12’ vaulted ceilings with a ton of recessed lighting. Throughout the common areas there is absolutely BEAUTIFUL venetian plaster (also known as diamond plaster) with a high gloss finish. The downstairs area also contains custom travertine flooring. Downstairs you’ll find a stunning gourmet kitchen that includes a beautiful island, granite countertops, a gas cooktop, and spectacular range hood. The kitchen comes equipped with impressive under cabinet and above cabinet lighting. It’s also stocked with cookware and cutlery for your cooking needs. Downstairs you’ll find two separate living spaces, one that includes a brand new 65” UHD 4k QLED TV with sound-bar. The other includes a stunning gas fireplace that turns on with a flip of a switch which is accompanied by beautiful armchairs which make a perfect area to relax. There is also a dining area with a beautiful rustic/ reclaimed wood table that seats (8). Lastly, there is an office/ bedroom that is complete with a couch/ full sized futon, desk, and office chair, please note this is considered the 4th bedroom. From there you’ll see the amazing, curved staircase with fully custom rubbed/ antique brass finish wrought iron stair rails. Once you reach the top of the stairs you’ll arrive in the overly spacious loft. The loft contains a vast amount of windows with breathtaking views of the Sandia mountains. The loft also contains a desk w/ chair and additional seating, perfect for socializing. Moving along, there are three bedrooms upstairs. The master suite (located on one side of the house), and two additional bedrooms (located on the other side of the house). The master contains a king size bed, one of the bedrooms has two twin beds, and the other a queen bed. All of the bedrooms contain brand new 4k smart TVs that you can link up with you Netflix, Hulu, Disney+ and other services. The bathrooms contain amazing stone & tile work, cabinetry, and lighting. There is also a very nice laundry room flanked with custom cabinetry that is perfect for your laundry needs. Lastly, this home has 600Mbps internet service and a mesh WiFi system throughout the house, which ensures excellent signal throughout. Also, this home has REFRIDGERATED central air, not swamp cooler like many other homes in Albuquerque. It’s also a zoned system with two smart thermostats that control different areas of the house. The home also includes a (2) car garage to protect your vehicles. Welcome to our Luxury Tuscan Villa! To make your stay as comfortable as possible, please review these guidelines: Check-in is at 4:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Please respect our no-smoking policy. Only registered guests are allowed on the property; no additional visitors or gatherings. Pets are welcome on the first floor to maintain our carpeted areas. Once pet fee is paid Please be mindful of noise levels, especially in the evenings. For your safety and security, exterior surveillance cameras are in use