Comfort on Closson- Near Plaza - Fire Pit- Patio
House Rules
House Rules
Quiet time in the neighborhood between 10PM and 6AM.
Lost key/lockout fee is $50.
Please park only in the designated parking area.
No smoking indoors.
Pets are not allowed.
Check-in is after 3pm.
Check-out is by 10am. For check out, there are just a couple of things we ask:
Please return any furnishings you may have moved to their original place.
Gather any trash.
Close all doors and windows.
Put the key/s back where you found them, lock up with the lockbox key, and send us a message when you have left.
Booking Agreement
By booking this listing, you are agreeing to the following terms and conditions in addition to the house rules:
Damages: After your departure, we will conduct an inspection of the property and any damage or excessive cleaning will be charged to your card on file. If you elected to purchase travel insurance we will file a claim with the insuring company.
Please, no illegal activity.
Smoking indoors is not allowed. If renting a multi-house property and other guests are located adjacent or near your rental, please do not smoke within 20 feet of other renters or houses. You will be charged a $500 cleaning fee if you smoke in the house.
It is required that guests keep the property and all furnishings in good order. Please do not re-arrange furniture. In the unfortunate event that something is damaged, missing, or not working properly, please inform us immediately.
Pets are not allowed at this listing. If evidence of a pet is found at the property you will be charged a minimum $300 cleaning fee.
Parking: Vehicles are to be parked in designated parking areas only. No trailers or recreational vehicles (RVs) are permitted. Please refer to the parking image for parking arrangements.
While linens and bath towels are included in the home, daily maid service is not included in the rental rate. We will provide two rolls of paper towels, three rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, two sets of individual shampoo, conditioner, and body wash per bathroom, and basic kitchen items (salt, pepper, oil, etc). It is the responsibility of the guest to purchase any additional items they may need.
A charcoal BBQ grill is provided at this home, however we do not supply starter fluid or charcoal. Please do not use gasoline or other inappropriate chemicals to start a fire.
Access: Guests shall allow us and third party contractors access to the property for purposes of repair and inspection. We shall exercise this right of access in a reasonable manner except in the case of an emergency.
We, property owners, and broker are not responsible for lessee’s personal property. If personal belongings are found by our cleaning staff after you depart, we can make arrangement to ship the belongings to you at your cost.
Please contact us prior to your check-in/check-out day if you need to adjust your time. Generally we are not able to give early check-ins/late check-outs due to guests leaving and arriving the same day and we need time in between to clean and prepare, but we will do our best to accommodate. If you check-out late without approval, we may charge a late check-out fee of $40/hr.
Arrival
Parking- Your parking space is located off of Closson St, marked with a ’A’. Please do not park in any of the neighboring spaces. There is room for 2 regular sized vehicles if you park in tandem.
Access- After you park, head to the front of the building. Yours is the fourth door down, through the small wooden gate marked ’A’. Please replace the key in the lockbox as there will be a set inside for you to use during your stay.
Wifi
Name: ARRIS-B401-5G
Password: 5G5344101235
The internet modem/router is to the left of the sofa.
Television
The TV is a smart TV. Turn on the TV with the power button on the Samsung remote. From there press the ’home’ button. You can then use your Netflix or Amazon Prime account to stream movies. Stream live TV by selecting ’Samsung TV Plus’ as your source.
Trash and Recycling
There is a large green trash bin located outside the casita by the parking area. Large blue recycling bins are next to the trash.
Both trash and recycling are picked up on Tuesday mornings.
Fire Safety
The fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen, to the left of the bathroom door.
Breaker/ Fuse Box
If you should need to access the fuse box, it is located in the kitchen, behind the metal Sun sculpture.
Climate Control- Heat and A/C
Mini Splits: Mini Splits are used for heating and cooling, A/C. There are 2, one in the kitchen, and one in the living room. Both have their own remote. Simply point the remote at the wall unit and press power, select the correct mode "cool" or "heat", then select your desired temperature.
Electric Fireplace: There is also an electric fireplace for ambiance. You can turn on the flames manually with the switch on the front, as well as turn on the heat setting.
Keeping Cool: The key to making use of the adobe walls and keeping the house cool in the warmer months is to open the windows at night, then close the windows and blinds in the morning to keep in the cool air.
Ceiling Fans
The ceiling fan/s and light are controlled with the remote. If you flip the light switch and the light does not come on, simply press the light button on the remote (or vice versa). You can adjust the brightness of the light by holding down the 'light' button.
The fan can be turned on and off, as well as adjusting the speed, with the remote. If the fan is not turning on, try flipping the light switch the other direction.
Sofa Bed
There are spare pillows and linens for the sofa bed inside the coffee table / trunk. If you use the extra linens for any air mattresses/sofa beds, etc., and have not paid the ‘additional guest’ fee, there will be a charge of $25 per linen set.
Outdoor Firepit
The outdoor fire pit can be used all year. Please be sure to turn the gas tank off after you are done for the evening, do not burn wood or other foreign materials, and never leave it unattended. Please let us know if you use the last of the propane.
The cushions for the outdoor furniture can be found in the storage bin in the front courtyard.
BBQ Grill
The outdoor charcoal grill can be used all year. Please do not burn wood or other foreign materials, and never leave it unattended.
Landscaping
The landscaper comes on Mondays to clean the parking area, sidewalk, and patio/ courtyard areas. He will not work in the back patio during your stay.
Extra Services
A range of options including wine, breakfast, baby equipment, etc. is available here . Find what you like and just let us know. We will make sure it is prepared for your arrival.
The Neighborhood
The Railyard District (.2mi) is a large arts district with galleries, performance spaces, a cinema, restaurants & antique shops. Visit the Farmers Market on Saturday mornings, the Boxcar to catch the game, and Second Street brewery for live music and a pint. The Violet Crown Cinema has a large lineup of local New Mexican craft beers as well as a full dinner menu.
The Santa Fe Plaza is also nearby. At about .7mi away, you may choose to walk or drive. Around the Plaza you will find the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis de Assisi, Palace of the Governors, and the Loretto Chapel, as well as many restaurants; The Shed, The Palace Restaurant, La Boca, and the Bull Ring are all right there, just to name a few.
Canyon Road is a short walk or drive as well (1mi). There are many galleries and restaurants there including, The Teahouse, El Farol, Geronimo (reservations recommended), and The Compound (reservations recommended).
Museum Hill is off of Old Santa Fe Trail and is home to the Botanical Gardens, the Museum of Indian Arts, the International Folk Art Museum, the Wheelwright Museum, and the Museum of Spanish Colonial Art.
The Santa Fe Ski Basin is about thirty minutes away. You can rent equipment at Alpine Sports in town or wait until you get to the mountain.
There are trails for every kind of hiker here; Some a mere ten minutes up the hill from your casita (Atalaya Trail), and others further out of town.
Meow Wolf is an immersive and interactive experience that transports audiences of all ages into fantastic realms of story and exploration. This includes art installations, video and music production, and extended reality content. House of Eternal Return, was launched in March 2016 with support from Game of Thrones creator, George R.R. Martin. Inside, guests discover a multidimensional mystery house with secret passages, portals to magical worlds, and an expansive narrative amidst surreal, maximalist, and mesmerizing art exhibits.
Things to Do
Late Night Fun
Agave Lounge- Sleek, softly lit venue at the Eldorado Hotel & Spa.
Del Charro- Rustic, Western-themed watering hole serving margaritas & cocktails.
Cowgirl- Down-home American comfort eats & live music draw crowds at this cowgirl-themed spot.
Secreto Lounge- Opulent cocktail lounge with patio & loggia seating serving wine & Southwestern small plates.
Evangelo’s- Kick up your heels with their occasional live music.
Spas
Ten Thousand waves is a world class Japanese style spa, less than twenty minutes from your residence! Enjoy the public baths or rent a private tub. Massages and various other treatments are available. Their restaurant, Izanami, is fabulous and serves izakaya small plates for sharing.
Ojo Caliente is about an hour or so north and boasts one of the oldest hot spring spas in the country. Historic, peaceful, and beautiful, this full-service spa is a must-see for folks interested in a day of pampering.
Horseback Riding
Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu offers trail rides through some of Northern New Mexico’s most scenic panoramas. The guides are well versed in the history of the property, from the early outlaws who settled there, to Georgia O’Keeffe’s legacy, not to mention prehistoric history that came before, and movie trivia that followed after (many movies have been filmed at Ghost Ranch). No experience necessary! The ranch is about an hour and fifteen minutes North.
The Santa Fe Ski Basin is about thirty minutes away. You can rent equipment at Alpine Sports in town or wait until you get to the mountain.
For some out of town fun, Taos is a beautiful hour and a half drive North West, and Albuquerque is about 45 minutes South. Both offer tastes of New Mexico not found anywhere else!
Getting Around
Once in town, getting around is easy. Downtown Santa Fe and the surrounding historic districts are compact and most conveniently traveled on foot. It’s no wonder Santa Fe was voted one of America’s Top Rated Walking Cities.
The Santa Fe Pickup Shuttle
Free shuttle service that starts and ends in front of the former New Mexico Film Museum (the Jean Cocteau Cinema) on Montezuma Avenue and runs counter-clockwise with various stops around downtown.
Bus Service
Santa Fe has public transportation called Santa Fe Trails Bus Service.
Ride-Sharing Service
Uber & Lyft rides can easily be arranged in Santa Fe using their apps.
Downtown Parking
Metered parking spots in downtown Santa Fe cost ＄2.00 an hour and are in operation from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, excluding major holidays.
Bikeways and Trails
Bicycle paths and trails for all levels of riders are located in and around the city.