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Northern Star - Unique Cabin, Hot Tub, Pets okay, close to Skiing, Track, Casino

Cabin in Ruidoso with kitchen and balcony

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Northern Star in Ruidoso offers a cozy retreat with modern touches, boasting 2 bedrooms, a loft, and ample space for up to 4 guests. This tri-level cabin features high ceilings and wooden accents that evoke the surrounding forest; enjoy views of the trees through large windows. Unwind by the wood-burning fireplace or step out to the deck for al fresco dining.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

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

Northern Star - Unique Cabin, Hot Tub, Pets okay, close to Skiing, Track, Casino

This Ruidoso home-away-from-home boasts a cozy cabin feel with a modern twist, featuring 2 bedrooms, a loft, 2 bathrooms and 1,350 square feet of space, 'Northern Star' is perfectly suited for up to 4 guests. From this vacation cabin you're 7 minutes from the center of Ruidoso, 15-18 minutes to Ruidoso Downs Race Track & Casino, 6 miles to Inn of the Mountain Gods Casino, and 16 miles from Ski Apache! Cook out on the gas grill or explore the fabulous restaurants downtown or on Mechem Dr.
The space
Please note, the first floor of the property is wheelchair accessible but all of the other floors require the use of stairs to access and may not be suitable for those with impaired mobility* This is a tri-level cabin. The first level has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The second level has kitchen and living room; the third level consists of the loft.

Master Bedroom: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Loft

High ceilings further open the living space while wooden walls, doors, and window panes echo the forested outdoors. Enjoy views of the trees through the many windows and make yourself comfortable in this true home-away-from-home.

A large sectional sofa sits in front of a beautiful wood-burning fireplace and a flat-screen Smart TV. (Please note that we Do Not provide firewood. For your convenience we do provide one Duraflame fire log and prefer fire logs be used in lieu of wood) Light a fire to set the mood for family movie night!

The open kitchen is fantastic for entertaining, fully equipped and boasting plenty of space. Serve inside or step out to the deck and dine on the deck. There's even a gas grill when you're in the mood for barbecue.

When you're ready to call it a night, retreat to one of 2 bedrooms. The master bedroom and the guest bedroom are both equipped with flat-screen Smart TVs. Fall asleep to your favorite show, or surf the web through the wireless internet access to plan tomorrow's adventures.

Key Residence Features:
- Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, with both Keurig and drip style coffee makers and Brita water filter. Bathrooms are suppled with body wash, shampoo and conditioner. We offer free WiFi, a sectional sofa in the living area plus a sofa and 2 recliners in the loft. 1 wood-burning fireplace, linens, towels, toilet paper, gas grill, deck, washer, dryer, driveway parking for 3 vehicles and more. We provide a starter supply of coffee to get you going the first morning.

- Essentials are provided, and the property has both smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

- Please note, the main floor of the cabin is wheelchair accessible but all of the other floors require the use of stairs to access, and may not be suitable for those with impaired mobility.

*NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features an exterior surveillance camera, at the front of the property, facing out. It does not look into any interior spaces.

Pet Policy
Pets are welcome at our home! If you’re staying here with your furry friend, there are some things we’d like you to help us out with to ensure a smooth stay for everybody.
• We prefer you bring no more than 2 pets 50lbs or less who are house trained and well behaved. (no barking, chewing or clawing)
• We know you love your pet, but we ask that you please don’t let them up onto the furniture, especially sofas and beds.
• Guests are responsible for cleaning up after their pets both inside and outside.
• We do not have a fenced yard so Pets must not be outside of the property without a leash.

Guest access
You are welcome to use the entire cabin but the garage is off limits to guests.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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, a first aid kit, and 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Ruidoso, NM

What's nearby

  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ruidoso Convention Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Grindstone Lake - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Ski Apache - 18 min drive - 14.3 miles

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Downshift Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Anaheim Jacks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Lost Hiker Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Log Cabin - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Northern Star - Unique Cabin, Hot Tub, Pets okay, close to Skiing, Track, Casino pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Northern Star - Unique Cabin, Hot Tub, Pets okay, close to Skiing, Track, Casino?

As of Dec 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Northern Star - Unique Cabin, Hot Tub, Pets okay, close to Skiing, Track, Casino on Dec 8, 2025 start from $226.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Northern Star - Unique Cabin, Hot Tub, Pets okay, close to Skiing, Track, Casino?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Northern Star - Unique Cabin, Hot Tub, Pets okay, close to Skiing, Track, Casino?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Northern Star - Unique Cabin, Hot Tub, Pets okay, close to Skiing, Track, Casino located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Links at Sierra Blanca and Ruidoso Convention Center. Cree Medows Public Golf Course and Wingfield Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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