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Deck & Hot Tub: 'Bear Country Cabin' in Ruidoso

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Ruidoso

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Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace, books, offices
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, internet
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Ruidoso, NM
  • Place, Wingfield Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Grindstone Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Links at Sierra Blanca
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ruidoso

On waterfront.You'll find Grindstone Lake and Wingfield Park within 2 miles (3 km) of this cabin. Cree Medows Public Golf Course and Pillow's Funtrackers are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wingfield Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Grindstone Lake - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 9 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Ruidoso Downs Racetrack - 10 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Downshift Brewing Company - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Schlotzsky's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lost Hiker Brewing Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 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.

Deck & Hot Tub: 'Bear Country Cabin' in Ruidoso

Expansive Outdoor Entertainment Space | Wildlife Watching

Make your next Ruidoso getaway a trip to remember at this 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental. The home features a one-of-a-kind charm thanks to the authentic cabin decor, skylights, and unique layout. With Grindstone Lake and Ski Apache nearby, outdoor lovers can easily explore the area. You can also take in the Southwestern culture through dining and shopping on Sudderth Drive, just 1 mile up the road.

-- THE PROPERTY --

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SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed, 1 rollaway cot
- Bedroom 3: 1 twin daybed w/ twin trundle
- Living Room: 1 futon

INDOOR LIVING
- 5 flat-screen TVs, pool table
- Wood-burning furnace, stone fireplace
- 6-person dining table
- Skylights, wood paneling, hide rugs

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Spacious wraparound deck, patio heaters
- Dining tables, gas grill, Pit Boss pellet grill
- Hot tub
- Fenced-in yard, balcony
- Deer, elk & wild horses on surrounding land

KITCHEN
- Dishwasher, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave
- Drip coffee maker, Keurig coffee maker
- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware, trash bags & paper towels

GENERAL
- Towels & linens, washer & dryer
- Free WiFi, keyless entry

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home, exterior staircase to enter

PARKING
- Carport (2 vehicles)
- Driveway (2 vehicles)
- Max 4 vehicles allowed on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

- 2 miles to Grindstone Lake
- 6 miles to Ruidoso Winter Park
- 18 miles to Ski Apache
- 7 miles to Flying J Ranch
- 5 miles to Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino
- 135 miles to El Paso Int'l Airport & 182 miles to Albuquerque Int'l Sunport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 21 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story home requires an exterior staircase to enter

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,750 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 and a first aid kit
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Unique 'Bear Country Cabin' Near Grindstone Lake!
Unique 'bear Country Cabin' in Ruidoso w/ Hot Tub! Cabin
Unique 'bear Country Cabin' in Ruidoso w/ Hot Tub! Ruidoso
Unique 'bear Country Cabin' in Ruidoso w/ Hot Tub! Cabin Ruidoso
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Deck & Hot Tub: 'Bear Country Cabin' in Ruidoso to the airport?

This cabin is 15.9 mi (24-min drive) away from the Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Deck & Hot Tub: 'Bear Country Cabin' in Ruidoso have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Deck & Hot Tub: 'Bear Country Cabin' in Ruidoso offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Deck & Hot Tub: 'Bear Country Cabin' in Ruidoso?

No, there is no casino at this cabin, but Casino Apache (8-min drive) and Casino Apache Travel Center (10-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Deck & Hot Tub: 'Bear Country Cabin' in Ruidoso?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Deck & Hot Tub: 'Bear Country Cabin' in Ruidoso?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Deck & Hot Tub: 'Bear Country Cabin' in Ruidoso have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Deck & Hot Tub: 'Bear Country Cabin' in Ruidoso have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Deck & Hot Tub: 'Bear Country Cabin' in Ruidoso to downtown Ruidoso?

This cabin is 0.5 mi away from Ruidoso.

Deck & Hot Tub: 'Bear Country Cabin' in Ruidoso Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jorge C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin is beautiful. Rooms are comfortable everything was very clean. The patio and hot tub was amazing. Only thing is that hot water didn't last it finishes super fast I had to take a cold shower but other than that we had an amazing time. We will definitely be booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda R.

House is not as big as the pictures show, very crowded, and cluttered, bed sheets are old. Overall location was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, lots of space, visits from wildlife and responsiveness of the owner to questions and concerns. We visited during the flooding and the owner made certain we had the info we needed for our trip. Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lourdes R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything exceeded our expectations, thank you for an awesome experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary

It was a beautiful and clean cabin! We enjoyed the hot tub, playing pool, and feeding the deer. The owners were very helpful and accomidating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Cabin with plenty of space. Perfect location in Ruidoso close to town. My family of 4 had the best time tubing and skiing. Hope to be back!!