Title: Ruidoso Retreat w/ Grill ~ 3 Mi to Grindstone Lake Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=6054982&destination=Ruidoso%2C+New+Mexico%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=100801014&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ruidoso Retreat w/ Grill \~ 3 Mi to Grindstone Lake ## Photo gallery for Ruidoso Retreat w/ Grill \~ 3 Mi to Grindstone Lake ![Interior - Ruidoso Retreat w/ Grill ~ 3 Mi to Grindstone Lake (Ruidoso)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100810000/100801100/100801014/f500c45e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Ruidoso Retreat w/ Grill ~ 3 Mi to Grindstone Lake (Ruidoso)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100810000/100801100/100801014/8624bf99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher - Ruidoso Retreat w/ Grill ~ 3 Mi to Grindstone Lake (Ruidoso)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100810000/100801100/100801014/902ff774.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Ruidoso Retreat w/ Grill ~ 3 Mi to Grindstone Lake (Ruidoso)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100810000/100801100/100801014/b731081c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Ruidoso Retreat w/ Grill ~ 3 Mi to Grindstone Lake (Ruidoso)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100810000/100801100/100801014/044dce7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the Sierra Blanca Mountains and unwind in this Ruidoso vacation rental, located near Cedar Creek Trails and Grindstone Lake. With a Smart TV, workspace, and fireplace (decorative), this 4-bedroom home is perfect for relaxing after a day on the slopes at Ski Apache or exploring nearby Ruidoso River Park. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 141320 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Ruidoso Retreat w/ Grill \~ 3 Mi to Grindstone Lake Experience the natural beauty of the Sierra Blanca Mountains at this Ruidoso vacation rental! Located near Cedar Creek Trails and Grindstone Lake, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home offers easy access to plenty of outdoor adventures. In the winter months, head to Ski Apache for fun-filled days on the slopes. After all your favorite activities, retreat to the property and dine on a home-cooked meal with your crew before gathering in the living room to unwind with a movie on the Smart TV! \-- THE PROPERTY -- 3 Mi to Grindstone Lake | Screened Porch | WFH Friendly | Washer & Dryer Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed, Full Bed | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed, Twin Bed | Living Room: Full Bed, Sleeper Sofa INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, desk workspace, fireplace (decorative), sunroom, open floor plan, dining table, flat-screen TV & 2 chairs in bedroom 1 KITCHEN: Dishwasher, drip coffee maker, cooking basics, blender, microwave, stove/oven, refrigerator GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating, tower A/C units (all bedrooms), linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, laundry detergent, trash bags/paper towels FAQ: 3 exterior security cameras (facing out), quiet hours (10:00 PM-8:00 AM), 4WD recommended in snow ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story home, exterior stairs required to enter, 1 bedroom & 1 full bathroom on main level PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), RV/trailer parking allowed on-site \-- THE LOCATION -- OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: Cedar Creek Trails (1 mile), Ruidoso River Park (2 miles), Grindstone Lake (3 miles), Sierra Blanca Trail (4 miles), Dude Mesa (6 miles), Monjeau Lookout (12 miles), White Mountain Wilderness (20 miles), White Sands National Park (65 miles) WINTER FUN: Ruidoso Winter Park (5 miles), Ski Apache (17 miles), Ski Cloudcroft (47 miles) TEE TIME: Cree Meadows Public Golf Course (2 miles), Links At Sierra Blanca (2 miles), Alto Lakes Golf & Country Club (7 miles), Kokopelli Club (7 miles), Rainmakers Resort and Club (12 miles) AREA HIGHLIGHTS: Pillow's Funtrackers (3 miles), Alto Lake and Recreation Area (5 miles), Flying J Ranch (6 miles), Ruidoso Downs (6 miles), Billy the Kid Casino (6 miles), Casino Apache (7 miles), Smokey Bear Historical Park (18 miles), The Museum of Space History (51 miles) AIRPORTS: Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (16 miles), Roswell Air Center (79 miles) \-- 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 \- Additional fees and taxes may apply \- Photo ID may be required upon check-in \- NOTE: Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM \- NOTE: This 2-story home requires using exterior stairs to enter. While it offers 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom on the main level, additional interior stairs are required to access the bedrooms on the upper level \- NOTE: The fireplace is decorative and not available for guest use \- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras: camera 1 is located at the front door facing the front outdoor entry, camera 2 is on the top left part of the roof patio facing the front outdoor entry, and camera 3 is a doorbell camera at the back door facing the back entrance. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras actively record video and sound while guests are in residence \- NOTE: A 4WD vehicle is recommended during winter/snow \- NOTE: The Murphy bed is no longer available for guest use, and has been replaced with a full bed in the living room ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Games - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa ### Things to do - Hunting nearby - Motor boating nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 507449 ## About the neighborhood Ponderosa Heights, a neighborhood in Ruidoso, is home to this vacation home. Fort Stanton-Snowy River National Conservation Area and Wingfield Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pillow's Funtrackers and Free Spirits at Noisy Water. Ruidoso Winter Park and Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting. [Visit our Ruidoso travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Ruidoso.dx6054982) [View more Vacation Homes in Ruidoso](https://www.expedia.com/Ruidoso-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6054982-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.34793%2C-105.68339&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xPGaZ49PObee_b1idG1NMS6Owxw=) Ruidoso, NM ### What's nearby - ![Grindstone Lake Dam in Ruidoso New Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532643145/e4e1e54e-710c-4175-ab90-97c8ce8c49de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Grindstone Lake 5 min drive \- 2.6 miles - The Links at Sierra Blanca 3 min drive \- 1.7 miles - Cree Medows Public Golf Course 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Wingfield Park 3 min drive \- 1.7 miles - Ruidoso Convention Center 4 min drive \- 2.2 miles ### Getting around - Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) 24 min drive ### Restaurants - Downshift Brewing Company 4 min drive - Starbucks 4 min drive - Lost Hiker Brewing Company 4 min drive - Schlotzsky's 4 min drive - The Log Cabin 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ruidoso Retreat w/ Grill ~ 3 Mi to Grindstone Lake pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Ruidoso Retreat w/ Grill ~ 3 Mi to Grindstone Lake? ### What time is check-out at Ruidoso Retreat w/ Grill ~ 3 Mi to Grindstone Lake? ### Where is Ruidoso Retreat w/ Grill ~ 3 Mi to Grindstone Lake located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ruidoso Retreat w/ Grill \~ 3 Mi to Grindstone Lake Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mireya R. Nov 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place It was perfect for our family, it was clean, and a great location. It accommodated my big family perfectly! Definitely recommend! ##### Mireya R. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LIZA M. Aug 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Review Great place to stay :) ##### LIZA M. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Cynthia N. Jan 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy #### Place is clean Loved the neighborhood ##### Cynthia N. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roberto O. Sep 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### renter good will stay again ##### Roberto O. 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