Charming historic southwest studio with a private patio, local artwork, king memory foam bed, pullout sofa, kiva fireplace, secure off-street parking. Enjoy the hot tub and cowboy pool at The Desert Compass property. A few things to note before booking! * We do not recommend this space for guests taller than 6 feet as the ceiling is low in a few places * Well behaved pets are allowed with a $50 pet fee per pet (2 maximum), $300 refundable pet deposit, and agreement to our pet rules (below) @thedesertcompass If The Rattlesnake Suite is unavailable, please check out our other Airbnb listings at The Desert Compass: https://www.airbnb.com/p/thedesertcompass The Desert Compass is a historic adobe compound with 6 boutique vacation rentals, located in the heart of Old Town, Albuquerque. Our reimagined historic adobe (earth brick) buildings are surrounded by lush gardens, a cowboy pool, hot tub, and all the best desert vibes. Our unique suites are carefully curated with luxury and relaxation in mind - featuring local artwork, antique furniture, vintage and handmade furnishings, and photogenic spaces. Each suite is a completely private space with a full kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. Our communal style of hospitality allows you to enjoy your own private accommodations, while also having the opportunity to gather with friends or meet new people on the grounds or at the pool. AMENITIES The newly remodeled Rattlesnake Suite features: * King size bed with memory foam mattress and luxury cotton linens * Pullout sofa bed that can sleep an additional 2 guests * Kiva fireplace * Full kitchen with quartz countertops, locally made ceramic dishware from Hanselmann Pottery, locally roasted coffee, and all the kitchen basics you need to make a meal * Dining nook with seating for 2 * Bathroom with shower and a selection of soaps from Public Goods * Private outdoor patio with sofa to enjoy coffee or a cocktail * Smart TV with Netflix, Hulu, HBO, Amazon, and Disney * Saltillo tile floors and exposed wood ceilings * Refrigerated air conditioner and heating * Gated off-street parking space * Fast wifi and dining table for laptop workspace PROPERTY AMENITIES * Hot Tub (open all year) * Cowboy pool (open May - September) * Fire pit * Completely gated and fenced in property with secured, off-street parking * Grassy yard and garden with lots of seating areas, hammocks, and tables for enjoying a meal outside * High cleaning standards. We are committed to ensuring the safety and peace of mind of our guests and our properties are always deep cleaned and sanitized between guests * Walk to Old Town plaza, Tiguex Park, Sawmill Market, museums, restaurants, coffee, art galleries, and shopping PET FRIENDLY The Rattlesnake Suite is pet friendly to well behaved pets, with a $50 pet fee per pet (2 maximum), $300 refundable pet deposit, and agreement to our pet rules: - Keep pets leashed at all times while on the property. - Clean up all pet waste immediately (we prefer if you take pets across the street to use the restroom at the park when possible). - Pets are not allowed on the furniture. If you absolutely cannot keep them off, please cover any furniture thoroughly (we provide a pet blanket to cover the sofa in a basket in the room). - Do not allow pets to bark incessantly or cause disturbance to the other guests. - By bringing a pet, you agree that you will pay for any and all damages caused by pets to furniture or furnishings at the property and that you agree to our pet rules. CHILDREN UNDER 12 Are allowed at The Rattlesnake Suite, but we first like to inform guests with children that this space is not designed to be an especially child friendly (it has high end art, plants, and vintage items within reach of small hands), and you may need to keep a close eye and move things out of reach during your stay. We ask that you be the judge of whether this is an appropriate space for your individual child to stay, as you'll be responsible for any damages. The Desert Compass is a boutique vacation rental property with a communal outdoor garden and pool. There are 6 total suites on the property, each with full private kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom. Our entire property is surrounded by a 6 ft tall privacy wall with gated keypad access. Guests have private access to the Rattlesnake Suite, which is located in a standalone building with no shared walls and a private outdoor patio. PARKING There is *one* gated off-street parking space available on site per suite. Our parking spaces are suited for any regular sized vehicle (car, truck, SUV, up to a Sprinter van size) but unfortunately due to our narrow parking areas we cannot accommodate larger vehicles such as motorhomes, uhauls, or trailers. Additional parking is available for free on the street or in the Old Town paid lot across the street. The Desert Compass is an independent hospitality experience. Each of our 6 suites have their own front doors with keypad code access, so you can check-in at your convenience. We do not live on site, but our manager checks in at the property regularly, and we are available by text/phone should a question or concern arise! The Desert Compass is located in historic Old Town, Albuquerque. Directly across the street is Tiguex Park, the entrance to historic Old Town plaza, the Albuquerque Museum, and a block away is the Museum of Natural History, Explora Science Museum, and Sawmill neighborhood, with the newly built Sawmill Market - an upscale food hall featuring some of the city's best food and drinks. Historic Old Town has been the heart of Albuquerque since the city was founded here in 1706. Today, Old Town is the city's cultural center, with numerous museums and more than 100 shops, galleries and restaurants. Old Town’s narrow streets and century-old adobe houses are home to New Mexican eateries serving enchiladas and sopapilla pastries, and tiny artisan shops selling jewelry, rugs and pottery. Old Town Plaza is a charming spot overlooked by the 18th-century San Felipe de Neri Church. Nearby, the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science has dinosaur skeletons, while the Albuquerque Museum displays Southwestern art. The Desert Compass is located about a 1 minute drive from a major highway (I-40), and a few minutes walk from historic Route 66 (Central Ave), which has the city's best public transit to all of the best sites (ART bus and Rapid Ride). Additionally, there are bikes and scooters available for day use nearby. You can easily see many of Albuquerque's best attractions from The Desert Compass without a vehicle. You will want a vehicle if your plans include exploring some of the city's surrounding sites (hiking, petroglyphs, Jemez Springs, etc). The Rattlesnake Suite is located in the oldest building on our property (once rumored to be a local tack shop where people would hitch their horses). Due to the historic nature of the structure, we do not recommend this space for guests taller than 6 feet as the ceiling is low in a few places. We use high quality PF Candle diffusers made from natural essential oils in our rooms to provide a mild, pleasant piñon scent. For guests with chemical sensitivities, we can remove the diffusers at your request with 24 hours notice, but we cannot make any guarantees about a fragrance or chemical free space. Exterior security cameras are located in the public outdoor spaces and parking areas of the property. Our properties are regularly treated with organic, non-toxic (but very effective!) pest repellent. Still, this property is over 100 years old and is located in a historic neighborhood in the high desert. Bugs are a part of life here in the southwest. While we make every effort to keep it spotless for guests, we cannot completely control nature and therefore you may see the occasional bug, especially cockroaches. Please be aware of this and make sure you're ok with the possibility before booking.