Top Shelf Lodge: Your Premier Mountain Getaway

Experience the height of comfort and luxury at Top Shelf Lodge, where every detail is crafted to offer a first-class retreat. Nestled on the quiet edge of the Alto Country Club subdivision, this beautifully appointed home sits atop a plateau, offering sweeping views and peaceful surroundings. Designed with high-quality finishes and thoughtful amenities, Top Shelf Lodge provides the perfect blend of luxury and value for your Ruidoso getaway.

Wake up rejuvenated in the spacious master bedroom, complete with a cozy gas fireplace for those cool mountain mornings. The large en-suite bathroom adds to the comfort, ensuring a relaxing start to each day. Gather with loved ones in the expansive dining room, which flows seamlessly into the fully stocked kitchen and inviting living area. Whether you're watching a movie on the large flat-screen TV or enjoying lively conversation, this space is perfect for creating lasting memories.

Two additional guest bedrooms share a spacious Jack and Jill bathroom, providing privacy and convenience for your group. Step outside to the covered back patio, where you can soak in the hot tub year-round, surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the mountains.

With approximately 2,197 sq. ft. of living space and a garage available for guest use, Top Shelf Lodge offers plenty of room to unwind. Central heating and air conditioning ensure comfort in any season, making this home an ideal retreat for both relaxation and adventure.

At Top Shelf, you're not just staying in a cabin—you're indulging in a top-tier experience, where luxury, comfort, and nature come together to create a truly unforgettable escape.

Ruidoso, Alto, and surrounding areas: Submerse yourself within the towering pines of Lincoln County and watch local wildlife such as elk, deer, wild horses, turkey, birds, and more in their natural habitats. Plan a day basking in the stillness of our national forest while hiking, biking, or fishing, golfing at one of our multiple golf courses or spend a fun night out on the town at one of the area's local attractions! Be sure to swim or fish at the beautiful Grindstone or Alto Lake, delight your senses at Winter Park with roller coaster and tubing, and explore the ski slopes and hiking trails throughout Ski Apache. Win big at one of our three local casinos and enjoy the excitement of live quarter horse racing at Ruidoso Downs Racetrack. Be happy you took a respite from the concrete jungle. Come relax and refresh with us!

Please Note: As an Alto Country Club property, strict parking rules apply. There can only be 3 cars (1 car per bedroom). There are no exceptions including no RVs, trailers, or ATVs. If violated, excess guests will be asked to leave and the reservation holder may lose their reservation and/or deposit.

Distances to Area Attractions and Travel Time (barring there is not an elk or wild horse traffic jam):
Bonito Lake 11.9 miles; 26 minute drive
Grindstone Lake 10 miles; 21 minute drive
Inn of the Mountain Gods 13.1 miles; 26 minute drive
Midtown Shopping District 9.4 miles; 19 minute drive
Ruidoso Downs Racetrack & Casino 12.6 miles; 26 minute drive
Ski Apache Ski Resort 15.5 miles; 34 minute drive
Ruidoso Winter Park/Screaming Eagle Roller Coaster 4 miles; 9 minute drive

Bedding: 3 King

Please Read: Hummingbird Cabins, LLC is the host and who will provide customer service after you've booked your rental home through VRBO. Therefore, be advised that our cancellation policy, in-house policies, and procedures may differ from VRBO. All guests will receive our Guest License Agreement that outlines our policies and procedures and are asked to initial and e-sign before receiving their rental information (address and access code). We ask that you please read our policies as we will adhere to them once you've booked your reservation with us (even when booking through a 3rd party entity).

The fine print, what to expect: Our cabins include basic cable, satellite or streaming television, basic cooking utensils, propane gas grill (propane provided), washer and dryer (if applicable- please look at the amenities), towels and bed linens for guest use along with heating for winter. Our homes come equipped with either a drip or Keurig coffee maker. *Linens and bath towels *Extra blankets and bedding *Spa towels for properties with spas/hot tubs. While our kitchens are fully equipped with glassware/cookware/utensils/dishes, etc. this does not ensure that all homes will have a blender, crock pot, spices, coffee, or condiments. Please call ahead to confirm if items such as these are available. If not, we ask that you bring your own. Basic toiletries in the Master bathroom only are: *One (1) travel-sized each of shampoo, conditioner, lotion, disposable toothbrush, toothpaste, bar soap, and facial bar soap, *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom. Basic toiletries in all additional bathrooms (if applicable) are: *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom, *one (1) travel-sized bar soap and/or facial soap, *one (1) hairdryer in the home. Basic supplies in the home: *five (5) All-Clear laundry pods, *dish detergent in pod or liquid form (quantities may vary and/or be limited), and three (3) Lemi Shine rinse agent in single-use cups (for homes with dishwashers), *liquid dish soap in (at minimum) a partial container (may only be in homes without dishwashers- check amenities to ensure the home you booked has a dishwasher), *two to three (2-3) rolls of paper towels, *two (2) trash liners in each waste basket; one (1) prepared in a basket and at least one (1) in the bottom or under the sink. We encourage guests to please be mindful of the supplies we provide and always bring extras as housekeeping does not deliver more than what is required to be left in the homes. We highly encourage guests to be prepared with access to chains and/or 4-wheel drive in winter months. Firewood is not provided for homes with wood burning fireplaces.