Historic Adobe in Old Town Albuquerque Three Blocks from the Plaza
House in Albuquerque, NM
6 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this house rental
Lots to see and do this time of year in and around Albuquerque! Late August through September is chile roasting season - a delicious smell across the city. Fascinating to watch for a few minutes, and roasted green chiles are delicious as part of a meal! You can also find this year’s chile ristras right through the fall. We’ll be putting new ones on the front of the house as soon as they become available with the harvest.
Come explore, peruse, hike, write, dine, or just sit still someplace shady and watch that New Mexico sky. See below for more ideas.
Enjoy the glamor and Southwestern charm of this old, territorial style home. The Old Town House in the museum district is an authentic adobe, built c. 1902. Directly cross the street from Tiguex Park, and about a block from the center of historic Old Town Plaza, the location is unmatched. With original wood floors, beamed ceilings, and foot thick walls, this house evokes the romance of the Old West, and is a fantastic base for your Albuquerque adventures.
Three bedrooms and two baths accommodate 6 (2 queen beds and 1 full bed, as well as a sleeper sofa in the living room, which adds flexibility in sleeping arrangements). The en suite master bath features a claw foot tub, the second bedroom has a gas kiva fireplace, and soft lighting is achieved in all three bedrooms with chandeliers. An open floor plan connects the living room and kitchen. All kitchen appliances are stainless. An adjoining sitting room (with its own gas kiva fireplace) allows views of the park through a side lit French door. The dining room seats 6 comfortably. There is off street parking for two vehicles parked in tandem (for example, a large pickup and regular sized sedan will both fit).
The back yard patio area is equipped with three bistro tables and six chairs, as well as a charcoal grill.
This is a great place for a girls' weekend. It serves well as a retreat for writing projects. With the fireplaces, clawfoot tub, and location near the plaza, it works nicely for a romantic getaway. Walking distance to the Hotel Albuquerque, Hotel Chaco, and the new Sawmill Market, and only a short distance from the Convention Center, it makes an excellent base from which to attend area conferences. With the park across the street, the Explora! museum across the park, and plenty for families to do nearby, this house also works well as a base for families looking to take a break, while including some science, art, history, outdoor activity and fun.
My staff is using best practices for cleaning in accordance with the NM Safe program.
Here are things to Do in Albuquerque:
Check out the Albuquerqueoldtown and the visitalbuquerque sites to see upcoming events.
Here are a few of local restaurants of note (there are many other fabulous ones in Old Town, and throughout Albuquerque, but these are some of my favorites):
Blackbird Coffee in the Patio Market - kind of a secret garden vibe. They are on FB, and are located a short walk west of the house in the courtyard on the southeast side of the Plaza.
Sawmill Market - a food hall within walking distance of the house with a fabulous collection of things to eat, and a very cool building housing it all.
The St. Claire Winery and Bistro - great food, often live music, and local New Mexico wines. About a five minute drive (with traffic).
Church St. Cafe - near the Plaza - New Mexican cuisine with several beautiful, interesting seating areas, including a lovely one outside.
High Noon - near the Plaza - In one of the oldest adobes in town. Great food.
Seasons - within walking distance - upscale, great food, good service.
If you are of a mind to add some interesting, fresh, local ingredients to your own cooking at the house, try Tiny Grocer ABQ - a micro grocer and farm cafe - about a 4 minute walk from the house.
Golden Crown Panederia - Bakery which gets rave reviews in my guest book.
Remedy Coffee - Less than a 10 minute walk to Lomas. Pretty little patio and also a generously sized back room with a kiva fireplace.
Slow Burn Coffee - a 15 minute walk east on Mountain Rd. Great coffee!
Flying Star - About a 10 minute drive north on Rio Grande. Cafe with a robust menu, good coffee, fun deserts. In the summer, the shaded patio is particularly lovely. In cooler months, the patio also has a fireplace.
There is also a Starbucks (with a fireplace) about 4 minutes away by car, or about a 15 minute walk.
For provisions to cook at the house, in addition to Tiny Grocer ABQ (mentioned above), there is Lowe’s Market a .7 miles easy walk (14 minutes) from the house - a standard grocery store. If you have a vehicle, La Montañita Co-op is 2 miles north of the house on Rio Grande - lots of local produce, some local meats, lots of natural personal care products, and a nice collection of locally sourced sundries.
There are also several farmer’s markets in the area. Closest is probably the Downtown Growers’ Market - Saturday mornings through 2 November in Robinson Park 1.3 miles from the house.
Come explore, peruse, hike, write, dine, or just sit still someplace shady and watch that New Mexico sky. See below for more ideas.
Enjoy the glamor and Southwestern charm of this old, territorial style home. The Old Town House in the museum district is an authentic adobe, built c. 1902. Directly cross the street from Tiguex Park, and about a block from the center of historic Old Town Plaza, the location is unmatched. With original wood floors, beamed ceilings, and foot thick walls, this house evokes the romance of the Old West, and is a fantastic base for your Albuquerque adventures.
Three bedrooms and two baths accommodate 6 (2 queen beds and 1 full bed, as well as a sleeper sofa in the living room, which adds flexibility in sleeping arrangements). The en suite master bath features a claw foot tub, the second bedroom has a gas kiva fireplace, and soft lighting is achieved in all three bedrooms with chandeliers. An open floor plan connects the living room and kitchen. All kitchen appliances are stainless. An adjoining sitting room (with its own gas kiva fireplace) allows views of the park through a side lit French door. The dining room seats 6 comfortably. There is off street parking for two vehicles parked in tandem (for example, a large pickup and regular sized sedan will both fit).
The back yard patio area is equipped with three bistro tables and six chairs, as well as a charcoal grill.
This is a great place for a girls' weekend. It serves well as a retreat for writing projects. With the fireplaces, clawfoot tub, and location near the plaza, it works nicely for a romantic getaway. Walking distance to the Hotel Albuquerque, Hotel Chaco, and the new Sawmill Market, and only a short distance from the Convention Center, it makes an excellent base from which to attend area conferences. With the park across the street, the Explora! museum across the park, and plenty for families to do nearby, this house also works well as a base for families looking to take a break, while including some science, art, history, outdoor activity and fun.
My staff is using best practices for cleaning in accordance with the NM Safe program.
Here are things to Do in Albuquerque:
Check out the Albuquerqueoldtown and the visitalbuquerque sites to see upcoming events.
Here are a few of local restaurants of note (there are many other fabulous ones in Old Town, and throughout Albuquerque, but these are some of my favorites):
Blackbird Coffee in the Patio Market - kind of a secret garden vibe. They are on FB, and are located a short walk west of the house in the courtyard on the southeast side of the Plaza.
Sawmill Market - a food hall within walking distance of the house with a fabulous collection of things to eat, and a very cool building housing it all.
The St. Claire Winery and Bistro - great food, often live music, and local New Mexico wines. About a five minute drive (with traffic).
Church St. Cafe - near the Plaza - New Mexican cuisine with several beautiful, interesting seating areas, including a lovely one outside.
High Noon - near the Plaza - In one of the oldest adobes in town. Great food.
Seasons - within walking distance - upscale, great food, good service.
If you are of a mind to add some interesting, fresh, local ingredients to your own cooking at the house, try Tiny Grocer ABQ - a micro grocer and farm cafe - about a 4 minute walk from the house.
Golden Crown Panederia - Bakery which gets rave reviews in my guest book.
Remedy Coffee - Less than a 10 minute walk to Lomas. Pretty little patio and also a generously sized back room with a kiva fireplace.
Slow Burn Coffee - a 15 minute walk east on Mountain Rd. Great coffee!
Flying Star - About a 10 minute drive north on Rio Grande. Cafe with a robust menu, good coffee, fun deserts. In the summer, the shaded patio is particularly lovely. In cooler months, the patio also has a fireplace.
There is also a Starbucks (with a fireplace) about 4 minutes away by car, or about a 15 minute walk.
For provisions to cook at the house, in addition to Tiny Grocer ABQ (mentioned above), there is Lowe’s Market a .7 miles easy walk (14 minutes) from the house - a standard grocery store. If you have a vehicle, La Montañita Co-op is 2 miles north of the house on Rio Grande - lots of local produce, some local meats, lots of natural personal care products, and a nice collection of locally sourced sundries.
There are also several farmer’s markets in the area. Closest is probably the Downtown Growers’ Market - Saturday mornings through 2 November in Robinson Park 1.3 miles from the house.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Albuquerque, NM
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Reviews
Summary of reviews
The property offers a historic adobe house with modern comforts, well-equipped kitchen, comfortable spaces, and convenient location near Old Town and museums. Highly recommended for a delightful stay.
5.0
We had a wonderful weekend stay right in the heart of Old Town, and a the same time quiet and peaceful. The house is lovely and full of character that makes you feel as if you’ve stepped back into Albuquerque’s past. Yet in spite of all the charm it has all the modern updates you need and expect!
5.0
Our second stay at Carol's home was just as perfect as the first time! The wonderful adobe house - with beautiful Southwestern decor and all amenities - has added so much to our Albuquerque experience. We love that the location is so close to Old Town and just across the street from Tiguex Park. We highly recommend this home and we definitely plan to book it again!
5.0
We were 4 women attending a program at nearby Hotel Albuquerque. The location of this home is fabulous & not just because of its proximity to Hotel Albuquerque. First, it was an easy 10 minute walk to Hotel Albuquerque and it seemed a safe walk at night on wide even walkways. We discovered a half block away the ABQ Tiny Grocery & the restaurant next door. Breakfast there was very good with some unique twists. You can buy a loaf of fresh sourdough & jam (& some fresh fruit & veggies) at the Tiny Store when you are done with breakfast. A lovely park is right across the street from the house & the Albuquerque Museum is very close by. There are many walkable stores in Old Town & the Sawmill area which we just didn’t have time for as well as other sites & activities. The home itself is charming & cozy, the beds comfortable, the kitchen has everything you need. The back patio is lovely in the morning. We visited in the summer. Be sure to understand the difference between a swamp cooler, typical for the area & air conditioning in other parts of the country. With the swamp cooler & bedroom fans at night- it worked for us. Carol the manager was very responsive when we had questions both before & after arrival. This home was perfect!
5.0
We love this property, the location, the house, the history. It has become a part of our family vacations.
4.0
Nice little 3/2 walking distance to Old Town - very convenient location. Great communication with owner. Would recommend.
5.0
Carol’s historic home was the perfect home-base for our Albuquerque visit! The house was very spacious and very well appointed. The beautifully integrated local décor added greatly to our experience of being in the Southwest. The well-equipped kitchen and wonderfully comfortable spaces both inside and out were great for gathering and relaxing. The location was also perfect – steps to all of the wonderful coffee houses and shops of Old Town as well as Tiguex Park and multiple museums. We would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area!
5.0
Carol's home is a beautiful adobe that combines beautiful architectural details with modern comfort. Great location very close to Old Town. Would absolutely stay there again!
5.0
I felt lucky to stay in this charming home. It was beautiful and quirky in all the right ways. Carol is a very thoughtful host and provided many great amenities.
Easy walk to old town and several museums. Close to Lowes for groceries if needed.
Upon arrival a breaker was out and Carols team came within 15 minutes to reset. It's clear that the home is well cared for and so will it's guest be, too.
5.0
My family truly enjoyed our stay over the Thanksgiving holiday. The house was lovely, clean, quiet, and close to so many of the things we wanted to do in Albuquerque.
5.0
The property was very convenient, clean and well supplied with everything we needed. The location within walking distance to Old Town was perfect and easy access to the highway for further adventures.
5.0
Great location!
Perfect for anyone who wants to visit Old Town, museums & the Biopark attractions.
5.0
This wonderful casita is a treasure. Beautifully decorated, warm and inviting spaces and a wonderful fenced yard. Everything we needed was here, making for an easy move in. The owner was terrific! Responsive to all my inquiries and so accommodating with our reservation. Highly recommend!
4.0
This house is a comfortable older adobe house located right across the street from a park and just a couple of blocks from the old town . It does have a swamp cooler for cooling and the thick adobe walls do keep it generally cool ( but not as cold as AC). Older TV, great internet and a nice kitchen for simpler meals. Very comfortable beds and nice places to sit and lounge.
3.0
Issue was quickly resolved and thanks for that but we were not able to access the keybox for access that and poor cell service on my phone meant we had to decamp to a nearby Starbucks and WiFi necessary to communicate with the owner, success the updated code was provided and we quickly gained entry. I would recommend using keyless entry as the door lock. Still we enjoyed our stay. Old Town ABQ is indeed a special place that made our stay very enjoyable. Thanks!
5.0
The house was exactly like the photos. Very comfortable and spacious with a great location. The park across the street was enjoyable and great for morning walks.
5.0
The owner of this property has beautifully respected the historic details and integrated modern conveniences into the home.
Also, the location was perfect for us.
We loved everything about our stay here.
5.0
If you want 100 year old home with character then this is your place. Home shows its age but that is part if the charm
5.0
This beautiful historic adobe was perfect for myself, my partner and brother during a multi-week family visit. The kitchen and bathrooms have been updated and we cooked many meals, including having other family over for dinner. Being from Albuquerque, we appreciated that all of the historic aspects of the home have been preserved and that the updates were not attempts to replicate existing fixtures, but contextual and not overdone. The bathrooms were lovely with lots of storage and the beds were very comfortable. The owner was very helpful and communicative as were the property maintenance folks who checked in before coming over for regular services. The home is adjacent to Old Town with dedicated parking and the location could not be better. It was an absolute joy to stay in this historic adobe and we now have a beautiful memory from our time spent together here.
5.0
You can't beat this place for location, especially with kids. The park, museums, and aquarium are all in walking distance. We had a great stay. Thank you!
5.0
We were six adults, very comfortable in the house, loved the location. The house was clean and well-cared for and had a lot of charm.
5.0
Convenient to Old Town, a nice grocery store, and the freeways. This is a very nicely updated adobe across from the park and museums and a couple of blocks from the Old Town Plaza. No central heat, so took a bit to heat it up in the cold, winter weather but stayed warm and cozy after the first day. Traveling on business, and this place was much more enjoyable than 4 nights in a hotel.
5.0
It's exactly what we wanted on our trip to New Mexico. This 100 year old Pueblo is full of charm with all the modern comforts. We did have an issue with the hot water not working the first evening but Carol and her property manager addressed it right away the next day. Old Town was a very short walk. We would definitely come back.
5.0
It was wonderful to be in such a beautiful, historic property. We will seek it out again!
5.0
The owner is an excellent communicator with responsive local management, which makes resolving issues easy. The location is very convenient, within walking distance to Old Town and a very good restaurant, Cocina Azul. The house is as described and is in a quiet neighborhood. The beds are comfortable and having fans available was helpful to getting good sleep since we couldn’t open windows. It is a great place to stay and I would definitely want to stay there again.
5.0
Balloon festival goers, this is the perfect spot! You are within walking distance from the Old Town Square, and to lots of fun restaurants and parks. This home was comfortable, clean and offered all the comforts of home! Highly recommend!
5.0
Fantastic
5.0
Nice property! Excellent location. Perfect for our girls get away! We love ABQ.
5.0
A very historic house in a perfect location right across the street from Tiguex park and Old Town
We loved our stay at the Old Adobe House. It felt great to be inside of an authentic and historic house. We got the old feel, yet modern amenities (a/c, washer dryer, etc) made for great comfort. Excellent location next to park, museums and old town plaza where I walked less than a block in the morning for my Chai from Black Bird Cafe. We were a family of 5 (3 kids age ranging from 5-12) and everyone loved everything about house and yard. Carol was very responsive and helpful in helping us extend our stay (as everyone wanted the trip to continue). Her instructions for everything we're thorough and her home manual listed great local stores for all the needs of our stay. We will return for future trips!
5.0
Enjoy the cool of the stars with the warmth of an original adobe
Many VRBO homes compete to overwhelm their guests with flashy style, artistic drywall, and fanciful dollar store knickknacks that say 'welcome', but are really only Instagram props. The Old Town House however, is one of the few houses that made our group immediately want to sit down, explore, and be comfortable. There is an appeal to a 110-year old traditional adobe: straw-pocked walls, hewn lintels, deep windows, private bedrooms. Some may call it charm, but the home wants its guests to have a cool sangria at the large communal table or to watch the cool of the stars from its patio.
The house is located facing Tiguex park, a calm place for early morning walks or later evening relaxation. A quiet neighborhood of large lots complements a relaxed, private feel for guests. Privacy, is however combined with a convenient, central location. Old Town Plaza, with restaurants and attractions are only 800 feet away. Museums, the Albuquerque Biopark, and shopping are all within a 15 minute walk. Parking on site along with convenient access to the Airport means the Old Town House is an ideal base for exploring central New Mexico.
Care has been taken by the hosts in providing an open, warm, welcoming home. A large, open-space kitchen and dining room make end of the day meals and conversations a pleasure. The hosts have provided a well equipped kitchen for cooking (or reheating) meals, barbecuing, or just lazing away in a large armchair. At night, thick adobe walls and separate bedrooms and bathrooms assure privacy and make this perfect for two couples.
A unique experience!
5.0
Wonderful Stay in Old Town
We truly enjoyed the peace and quiet this home provided during our stay. The owner is very quick to respond if there is an issue. She was so kind to allow us to be a guest here during the current pandemic as we retrieved our son from UNM. I would stay here again and again.
5.0
Sweet old adobe across the street from the Albuquerque Museum and Tiguex Park
Very well maintained and equipped--and comfortable and roomy--traditional adobe house with well equipped kitchen, dishwasher, coffee grinder, coffee maker, washer, dryer. House has its own driveway and a large backyard area with patios, charcoal grill, and outdoor seating. Bathrooms are spotless.
2.5
The location was perfect: quiet, cozy, and so very comfortable. I loved doing jig saw puzzles by the kiva gas fire (very warm on chilly ABQ fall nights). We spent lots of time at the Art Museum and Plaza. So many things to do in the area. The park across the street was wonderful. We would stay there again in a heartbeat!
5.0
Never disappointed!
I’ve rented this house 4-5 times. We have never been disappointed. It is an excellent location. So close to the hub of points of interest in Albuquerque: art museum, children’s museum, museum of natural history, old town, Indian cultural center, Durand’s pharmacy for the best southwestern food in town...,,.,,
5.0
Charming and Comfy Old Town Adobe Walking Distance to Plaza and Museums
The location was perfect: quiet, cozy, and so very comfortable. I loved doing jig saw puzzles by the kiva gas fire (very warm on chilly ABQ fall nights). We spent lots of time at the Art Museum and Plaza. So many things to do in the area. The park across the street was wonderful. We would stay there again in a heartbeat!
5.0
History and Comfort Wrapped Into One
Quaint 1902 adobe home with very comfortable amenities at a short walking distance from Old Town.
2.5
This is a historic adobe home with all the charm and character that one would expect from an old home. Kiva fireplaces, wood floors but a nicely appointed kitchen and modern appliances. Large dinning room table and several outdoor areas for alfresco dinning or your morning coffee. The location is perfect; right on Tiguex Park, a 3 minute walk to Old Town and 2 minutes to the museums. We were there for the first weekend of Balloon Fiesta and watched one balloon land right in the park. The property was easy to find and the access instruction were clear and easy to follow.All in all its a nice home with all the amenities one would need in a perfect location. We will be back.
5.0
Charming authentic adobe in perfect location!!
Carol was so easy to work with and the house has so much character and charm. The location was perfect - only about a block away from Old Town Plaza. Our toddler was so happy to have Tiguex park right across the street, too. And the back courtyard was a wonderful place to soak up some NM sun and relax. Would definitely stay here again!!
5.0
A Historic Old Adobe Home in a Historic Neighborhood
This is a historic adobe home with all the charm and character that one would expect from an old home. Kiva fireplaces, wood floors but a nicely appointed kitchen and modern appliances. Large dinning room table and several outdoor areas for alfresco dinning or your morning coffee.
The location is perfect; right on Tiguex Park, a 3 minute walk to Old Town and 2 minutes to the museums. We were there for the first weekend of Balloon Fiesta and watched one balloon land right in the park.
The property was easy to find and the access instruction were clear and easy to follow.
All in all its a nice home with all the amenities one would need in a perfect location. We will be back.
5.0
Nothing short of great!
Great location! The rustic charm added to an overall wonderful trip. We're thankful for the over stocked home. We never ran out of the little necessities of life. It made for a relaxing experience. I loved the master shower!! Everything was as promised and more. This property is amazing and would highly recommend for any family. Especially w a toddler bc of the fenced yard and park! Thanks again for sharing your wonderful home w us.
It's memories we won't forget!
5.0
A perfect mini family reunion!!
The comfort, layout, location, safety and real furniture (not all IKEA ;-) ) made our time together a wonderful memory! We really enjoyed our Albuquerque week long adventure: 15 minutes to the Airport, the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, proximity to Santa Fe, the park, Old Town, the Trading Posts, the Botanical Gardens, fun food and Cooperative Food Supermarket, too!! Lots of fun for all of us to enjoy while together!!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Albuquerque?
The average price for a rental in Albuquerque is $216 per night. This rental is $197 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Historic Adobe in Old Town Albuquerque Three Blocks from the Plaza. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Historic Adobe in Old Town Albuquerque Three Blocks from the Plaza pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Historic Adobe in Old Town Albuquerque Three Blocks from the Plaza?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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