In Ruidoso .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Free Spirits at Noisy Water and Museum of the Horse. Casino Apache Travel Center and Pillow's Funtrackers are also within 6 miles (10 km).
The Links at Sierra Blanca - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles
Casino Apache - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
Getting around
Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Domino's Pizza - 8 min drive
Lost Hiker Brewing Company - 9 min drive
The Quarters Restaurant and Nightclub - 9 min drive
Cattle Baron - 7 min drive
Cornerstone Bakery & Cafe - 6 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.
High Expectations | Epic Views, Hot Tub
Welcome to High Expectations, a stunning seven-bedroom, three-bathroom mountain retreat nestled in the heart of Ruidoso. With breathtaking views of the Sierra Blanca mountain range and space to comfortably accommodate up to 16 guests, this home is perfect for large families or group getaways.
Inside, the first floor offers an expansive, open-concept living area with plush sofas, a large Smart TV, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. Step through the doors onto the spacious furnished deck, where you’ll find a fire table and a gas grill, ideal for evening barbecues while soaking in the majestic mountain views. The fully equipped kitchen boasts stainless-steel appliances, bar counter seating, and a separate dining table, making mealtime a breeze.
The main level features three inviting bedrooms, including the king-size primary suite with balcony access, a Smart TV, and a luxurious private bathroom with a walk-in shower, garden tub, and walk-in closet.
Downstairs, the ground level offers even more space to unwind, with four additional bedrooms and a cozy family room. Enjoy sectional seating, a Smart TV, a coffee/wine bar, and a pool table. Patio doors lead to the second furnished deck, complete with a private hot tub for ultimate relaxation.
Located just minutes from Midtown Ruidoso, you’ll be close to boutique shopping, delicious dining, and year-round activities like hiking, skiing, and horseback riding. Explore the charm of the local area, then return to High Expectations for evenings filled with warmth, comfort, and incredible views.
Book your stay at High Expectations today and experience Ruidoso like never before!
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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 4,666 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Contactless check-in available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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 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 fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
12562
Frequently asked questions
How close is High Expectations | Epic Views, Hot Tub to the airport?
This vacation home is 19.7 mi (31-min drive) away from the Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does High Expectations | Epic Views, Hot Tub have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does High Expectations | Epic Views, Hot Tub offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at High Expectations | Epic Views, Hot Tub?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Casino Apache Travel Center (7-min drive) and Casino Apache (13-min drive) are nearby.
Is there free parking at High Expectations | Epic Views, Hot Tub?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does High Expectations | Epic Views, Hot Tub have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does High Expectations | Epic Views, Hot Tub have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is High Expectations | Epic Views, Hot Tub to downtown Ruidoso?
This vacation home is 1.8 mi away from Ruidoso.
Reviews
High Expectations | Epic Views, Hot Tub Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Amanda R.
Oct 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean Spacious Great view
Amanda R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
David H.
Aug 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
David H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Herman K.
Aug 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Herman K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Lexie F.
Jul 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Where VRBO said the house was is on the opposite side of town.
Lexie F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Jennifer L.
Jul 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The house itself is great. Plenty of space for 16, comfortable beds and great location. For the price of this house we expected better amenities and service. Here are some of the issues: We were only provided two garbage bags, one halfway used roll of paper towels, two pods for the dishwasher, a tiny bottle of bad dish soap, no shampoo or conditioner, one roll of toilet paper in each bathroom, no bedding for the couch bed, only one mixing bowl (had to use pots instead), the only large frying pan is in very bad shape, no glass plate in microwave, minimal coffee service and fire pit does not work. We went to grill our dinner on the first night and there was no propane. Called and got a foreign service informed him of issue. Sent a text that was never replied back to. The next day, talk to the local service and they assured me that a propane tank would be sent out. Nothing was ever sent out. The refrigerator and freezer were basically turned off when we got there. We had brought coolers of food up with us and had to keep them in our cooler until the fridge and freezer got to an acceptable temperature. The fridge never got cold. We had to put frozen water bottles in the fridge to keep it cold. I spoke with the local service about this and they never sent anyone out.Also, prior to our stay, Ruidoso experienced some major flooding. I sent four different messages and called three times to make sure that our house was not affected and still OK to come up. Never received a reply.
Jennifer L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carissa G.
Jun 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Small vacation
Lots of room for everyone that stayed. We enjoyed the huge balcony and each area of the home. The kids liked the hot tub and pool table. Definitely would stay again if going with a large party!
Carissa G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Sammee F.
Jan 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Pretty place in the mountains. Unique house. Comfortable. Beautiful view. They provided towels, linens, toilet paper, paper towels, soap, shampoo, kitchen necessities - over and above what a lot of B&B’s provide. The only complaint I had was lack of communication on things that needed to be fixed. Exhaust fan in master bath, filtered water in kitchen, gas fire pit on porch. Property management said it was an owner issue but there was no access to contact owner. Pilot light was out everyday on the gas fire place and had to request maintenance every day to reset it.
Sammee F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris H.
Jan 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend
What a beautiful home, we had a blast and would definitely come back!!!:)
Chris H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
CLAUDIA C.
Jan 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place to stay!
Very comfortable, spotless place to stay with a beautiful view to the mountain.