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Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 10 • Hot Tub • Porch

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Interior
Interior
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire cabin

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 143000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Alto, NM
  • Place, Eagle Creek Sports Complex
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Ruidoso Winter Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Grindstone Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alto

This cabin is located within a mile (2 km) of Eagle Creek Sports Complex and Ruidoso Winter Park. The cabin includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Eagle Creek Sports Complex - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 11 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Grindstone Lake - 11 min drive - 8.2 miles

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Downshift Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Schlotzsky's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zocca Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lost Hiker Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 10 • Hot Tub • Porch

6 Bedroom | 3 Bathroom | Sleeps 10 max

Bring the whole crew to rustic Hidden Buffalo, a spacious 6BR/3BA mountain hideaway in Alto, NM — just minutes from Ruidoso. Designed for fun, comfort, and accessibility, this warm, welcoming home offers room for all generations to gather.
Located close to Ruidoso Winter Park, Alto Lake, and Alto Golf Club, Hidden Buffalo is your perfect year-round retreat — ideal for family reunions, multi-generational groups, and friends' getaways. This property is heated and cooled by split units. There is also a wood fireplace in the main living room and an electric fireplace in the master bedroom for your comfort and convenience.

Amenities: 6 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bathrooms, 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Full Bed, 3 Twin Beds, 2 Full Bathrooms w/ Shower/Tub Combos, 1 Bathroom w/ Walk-In Shower. Kids Only Loft Area w/ TV, Large Open Living Area, Wood Burning Fireplace, 2 Dining Tables w/ Chairs, Bar Area w/ Barstools, Covered Wrap Around Porch w/ Seating and Porch Swings, Hot Tub, Propane Gas Grill, Streaming Capabilities, Wi-Fi, Full Kitchen w/ Dishwasher, Handicapped Accessible with Level Entry, Indoor Lift, and Accessible Shower, Bedroom and Bathroom, Stackable Washer/Dryer, Regular Washer/Dryer, Pet Friendly w/ Additional Fee.
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

783952

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this cabin?

This cabin is located in Alto, a short 16-minute walk from Ruidoso Winter Park and also 16 minutes on foot from Eagle Creek Sports Complex. The Links at Sierra Blanca is also within a driving distance of 4 mi.

Is there parking available at Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 10 • Hot Tub • Porch?

No, there isn't parking available at the cabin.

Is this cabin adjacent to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?

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

Is Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 10 • Hot Tub • Porch good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this cabin include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 10 • Hot Tub • Porch?

No, this cabin doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cabin offer breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cabin allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.

Are there connecting rooms at Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 10 • Hot Tub • Porch?

No, this cabin doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional), which is 9.7 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 10 • Hot Tub • Porch?

Yes, every cabin at Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 10 • Hot Tub • Porch comes with a balcony and some offer mountain views.

Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 10 • Hot Tub • Porch Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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

7.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Pedro Y.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Cabin is very spacious. Need a little bit of work and cleanness. Not very good equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feliz viaje familar

Muy buen sevisio buen lugar y todo super limpio
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025