Albuquerque at its best. North Valley. Large adobe 1 bd/1 ba (1,100sq ft) private, casita guesthouse (sleeps 4). Relax under the shade of the cottonwoods. Large 1 ac property, tucked away from the city, but still centrally located. One of ABQ's safest neighborhoods. Adjacent to the "acequia" canals with miles of nature walking trails. Pool is perfect for summer. Walking distance to coffee shop, restaurant, book store, & Nature Center State Park. Close to Old Town, Downtown, UNM, & Balloons. The space About: - Secluded, spacious 1,100 sq ft house. Real New Mexico ADOBE. Large entryway, living room, dining area, large bedroom, bath with shower, fully stocked kitchen, private laundry room, patio with seating and grill. - Large green shaded property. Nature abounds (sandhill cranes, hummingbirds, roadrunners, oh my). Lovely cottonwood trees. 20+ fruit trees on property (enjoy). - Pool makes summer a blast. Heated to 82 degrees May 15 through Balloon Fiesta (closed in the winter). (Hot tub is not available; hot tub access for owners only because of complexity of the system). - Safe North Valley neighborhood - Truly a hidden gem. Great mix of southwestern rustic and modern amenities - Walking trails adjacent to the property offer miles and miles of nature and exploration at your fingertips. - Walking to shops and restaurants (Star Cafe, El Patio, Bookworks) - Centrally located just a few miles from everything, but quiet and tucked away from the city. - Hot air balloons float by daily as we are close to the River. Multiple hot air balloon companies offer rides nearby (recommend Rainbow Riders or Worldballoons). Balloon Fiesta field 8 miles away. History: the casita is a long ago converted barn / stable and well appointed “earth house” (real “adobe brick” construction with thick adobe walls that helps moderate temperatures year round) on what was once a farm. The size and age of the trees tell much about the history of the property. Entertainment: - Super fast wifi - 58’ smart TV with Netflix and Disney+ Sleeping Space: - Large one bedroom with highly rated Casper queen size memory foam mattress. - Fold out couch offers additional sleeping space. - Additional air mattress also available Cooling: - Central evaporative cooler - Supplemented by large portable A/C unit, if needed Other Amenities: - Fully stocked kitchen - Private patio - BBQ grill - Keyless entry - Ample parking - Laundry (private washer & drier) - New windows National Park System, Wildlife Refuge or Historical Site proximity: - 1 mi. to Rio Grande Nature Center State Park - 2 to 5 mi. to Petroglyphs National Monument - 10 mi. to Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge - 40 mi Tent Rocks National Monument - 50 mi. to Bandolier National Monument - 50 mi. to Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument -55 mi. to Manhatten Project National Historical Park - 56 mi. to the Oppenheimer House - 65 mi. to El Malpais National Monument - 80 mi. to Valles Caldera National Preserve -83 mi. to Ghost Ranch (Georgia O'Keeffe's former studio) - 95 mi. to Chaco Culture National Historical Park - 100 mi. to Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge - 100 mi. to the Taos Gorge and Wild Rivers Recreation Area - 110 mi. to Taos Pueblo -125 mi. to the Trinity Site - 140 mi. to Aztec Ruins National Monument - 165 mi. to White Sands National Park - 176 mi. to Petrified Forest National Monument - 176 m. to Mesa Verde National Park Guest access Guests have full access to the casita including a private patio, and shared access to the large yard, property, and pool. Plenty of parking on property. Other things to note Note: Dogs may be negotiable. Note: The pool is open and heated to 82 degrees May 15th through Balloon Fiesta (and closed in winter). Climate Friendly: 100% of our electricity is from renewable, zero carbon emissions sources like wind or solar. We pay a little extra for this clean energy, but it’s important.