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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 84200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Albuquerque, NM
  • Old Town Plaza
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • ABQ BioPark Aquarium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Albuquerque

Located in Westside within a 5-minute walk of Rio Grande, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of Albuquerque Biological Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • Old Town Plaza - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • ABQ BioPark Aquarium - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Albuquerque Convention Center - 6 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • University of New Mexico - 7 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 12 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 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.

You are invited to enjoy the Land of Enchantment and a stay at Casa Sapien!

Beautiful modern spacious southwestern custom home with over 4200 sq feet to accommodate a large group of friends and family. You will enjoy a large balcony overlooking the entire City of Albuquerque with stunning views of the Sandia Mountains, Bosque and downtown Albuquerque. The large backyard is great for entertaining your group with a built in gas grill and a private fireplace in the rear patio. There is also an outdoor fire pit to enjoy the cool evenings. The hot tub will provide a relaxing evening after a fun day vacationing in the Land of Enchantment.

We look forward to hosting your family. We have hosted families for graduation events, golf trips, summer events, family reunions and of course the spectacular International Balloon fiesta generally in October which is always a great time.

I am generally not able to accommodate stays longer than 14 days, however, please inquire via VRBO email to discuss further. Reserve today and enjoy your stay at Casa Sapien:)
Note: Please do not ask to do business off of the VRBO platform. Con artists are not welcome at my home. Thank you for your courtesy. We reserve the right to request a text photo of your driver's license as part of the reservation.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

Property manager

Joseph A. Sapien

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Ok to smoke outdoors

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Age 6 and above as home is not baby safely proof

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
Note from host: Please contact me to discuss hosting your event
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 deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 30

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Note from host: Please contact me to discuss hosting your event
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Westside, just steps from Rio Grande. You'll also find ABQ BioPark Zoo and ABQ BioPark Aquarium within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is You are invited to enjoy the Land of Enchantment and a stay at Casa Sapien! good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a jetted bathtub, and a kitchen.

Does You are invited to enjoy the Land of Enchantment and a stay at Casa Sapien! have a hot tub?

Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ), which is 10.4 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at You are invited to enjoy the Land of Enchantment and a stay at Casa Sapien! ?

Yes, every accommodation at You are invited to enjoy the Land of Enchantment and a stay at Casa Sapien! comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.

You are invited to enjoy the Land of Enchantment and a stay at Casa Sapien! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Balloon Fiesta

The house was beautiful and accommodated us all very well. We enjoyed our first ever trip to New Mexico and the fiesta is wonderful and well organized.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K., Allen

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home

Lots of space, all that we hoped it would be. Close to old town Albuquerque. Great for the Balloon Fiesta (which was our bucket list). Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann H., United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends and Family at Balloon Festival

We are a group of 6 adults who went to Albuquerque for the Balloon Festival. The house had easy access to main roads/freeways yet was in a quiet, lovely neighborhood. The front balcony allowed us views of the hot air balloons each morning and the back yard with its hot tub gave us a pleasant respite later in the day. The house was clean and the kitchen well stocked. The owner was quick to respond to questions and very easy to deal with. We would definitely stay there again were we to return to Albuquerque in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikos M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home, great views but is the hosts' personal residence

Joseph's home is indeed beautiful - fantastic views, grand high ceilings and tall doors, a pristine back yard and comfortable gathering areas both inside and outside. The house was clean and well equipped, and we enjoyed our stay. Joseph was responsive to any questions. The location was convenient to freeways, groceries, restaurants and was near our family we were visiting. What was not obvious to us at the time of booking, was that this is Joseph's primary residence - which caused some inconveniences which we did not foresee: - Unlike a typical vacation home, there was no closet space available for our clothes. There were a couple of portable hanging racks in the downstairs rooms, but the only space for putting clothes away in the master was small drawers on the bedside tables. - In the master bathroom the drawers were pull of personal affects. There was nowhere to put away our toiletries. Things like a hairdryer were crammed in the drawers with toothbrushes making it feel awkward to use. - Though the listing was factually correct that the home had four bedrooms, we didn't learn until check-in that only three would be available to us. We would not have booked the home had we known this in advance as we were counting on each of the kids having their own bedroom. - Christian iconography is pervasively displayed throughout the home which we found unusual for a vacation rental - Though there was plenty of room in the fridge for groceries, it was a little odd to not have the entire fridge and pantry available to us - which seems to be customary in other vrbo properties. If we were not traveling with three children who were at the age where they need their own private bedrooms, we would definitely stay at the home again, but we would have preferred to be aware of the above in advance.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice home. Well -appointed; great location; clean; comfortable; it had almost everything.

5-rating given to house, but check-in procedure unnecessarily very cumbersome. It would have been SO much easier to go to home on our own (using the keypad to enter) and meet up with manager at her convenience for the tour and introduction to house. It turned out that we had to change our check-in time then had to call to reschedule meeting time with manager before we could get in. There was miscommunication, and we ended up having to wait for an hour to get in. The introductory tour was appreciated and worthwhile, but it could easily have happened whenever the manager could get there- not before we could check in. TV was a major issue too. Members of our group were expecting to be able to watch baseball playoffs and important (to us) college football games during our stay. We could not get the tv to work at all during our entire stay. The manager and owner tried to be helpful, but we were told it was an internet problem, and there was nothing that could be done to fix the problem. This was a MAJOR disappointment. In short, we loved the house, but the check-in process and the lack of television reception were major black marks. Both need to be fixed.

10/10 Excellent

Ron J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location near enough to old town and Balloon Fest.

Very nice, lots of room and rooms, amenities and fire places. TV however was difficult to use. Some of us wanted to watch football but was unable to figure it out, but that was not a show stopper. The ladies did not like the kitchen faucet, said it was too completed. I liked it.

8/10 Good

James D., Broomfield, Colorado

The home is beautiful and in a nice place. It would have had 5 stars if it received a little more TL

The location was great for us. Close to grocery, easy access to I40 and to Central Avenue. The deck and back yard are great. The sports memorabilia was super. The house needs a little maintenance though, nothing serious.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Warm, Inviting & Perfect For Our Family Holiday

Our family was looking for the right spot to host our family holiday gathering and Casa Sapien could not have worked better! With just the right amount of space and amenities (including a phenomenal view), we would highly recommend this home to anyone interested in a relaxing trip to the Albuquerque area. One other great aspect of this property: It is conveniently located to everything you need for airport or highway travel, shopping, restaurants and downtown access. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Dave P.

A very clean and modern home. Owner was very courteous and accommodating.

The home was professionally cleaned the day we arrived. The owners agent spent a great deal of time showing us around and helping us get settled. They could not have been kinder or more gracious. The home is clean and modern. As it is a custom home on a hill the layout is a little non traditional with the kitchen upstairs and the TV room downstairs. It is a great house though. We truly enjoyed our stay and felt fortunate to have such a host. The home is in SW Albuquerque. Though the outlying area was not great the immediate neighborhood was fine. Bottom line - we would happily rent the home again. Well recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Janet T., Spokane

Beautiful, spacious home with easy access to Albuquerque sites!

We were one of three couples who recently stayed at Casa Sapiens for a week while attending and photographing the Albuquerque Balloon Festival. The house was large, well-maintained and had all the amenities that we expected and many more! All the bedrooms are huge and have attached bathrooms so that each couple was able to have a comfortable private space to themselves. The shared spaces (dining room, kitchen, media room, and living room) were also large and comfortable. The house is located in a nice housing development close to a freeway entrance which made getting around Albuquerque a breeze. The owner was very responsive and easy to contact for information. We highly recommend this property for your next visit to Albuquerque!

10/10 Excellent

Sean J.

Joseph is a gracious hoist with an amazing home! fantastic views of the mountains!

Joseph is a gracious hoist with an amazing home! we loved hearing the stories of all of the things in the home! We highly recommend staying here. It was spacious, laid out well, fantastic views of the mountains! large courtyard in the back and deck in the front. grand kitchen as well as living and dinning. Beautiful and large master suite, 4 bedrooms and a great den. Amazing space!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017