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Elena's Sandia Sanctuary - An Irvie Home

Holiday home in Albuquerque with kitchen and balcony

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Experience unmatched luxury in North Albuquerque Acres at ABQ's Best Vacation Rental. Savor majestic views of Sandia Mountains from the multiple viewing decks or bask in modern comforts in the opulent living area. The gourmet kitchen beckons, complete with top-tier appliances and marble counters, while a Zen Garden and panoramic hot tub await outdoors.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 124270 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Elena's Sandia Sanctuary - An Irvie Home

Holiday home in Albuquerque with kitchen and balcony
This smoke-free holiday home features Access to hot tub, laundry facilities and a garden. Other amenities include barbecues. The holiday home boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a washing machine. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 3.5 bathrooms and a fridge, and other amenities include a balcony and a TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include offices and desks.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include Access to hot tub.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,270 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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About the area

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Albuquerque, NM

What's nearby

  • Sandia Peak Tramway - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • North Domingo Baca Dog Park - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Foothills Trails - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Balloon Fiesta Park - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Sandia Casino - 10 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 20 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tula’s Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Thai Spice - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dion's Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Twisters - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elena's Sandia Sanctuary - An Irvie Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Elena's Sandia Sanctuary - An Irvie Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elena's Sandia Sanctuary - An Irvie Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elena's Sandia Sanctuary - An Irvie Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elena's Sandia Sanctuary - An Irvie Home located?

Located in Northeast Heights, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Sandia Peak Tramway and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Cibola National Forest. Foothills Trails and Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Elena's Sandia Sanctuary - An Irvie Home Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ruth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice housecfir 4 families, alkvrelated

Very comfortable! Well located, & very good amenities, supplies and features!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sandia Escape

Wonderful week at the base of the Sandias in the old Elena’s land grant. At the edge of the reservation, we got to experience wildlife like hawks and bison. The house was wonderful and the host had everything we needed. Maybe the grill was a little small, but we managed. Will definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amparo U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Landing Spot For Graduation!

This home was the most beautiful quiet annd PERFECT spot for or family to reunite for my daughter's college graduation! Our events were held in other locations but for the whole family to be able to come back home after events, to eat or relax! The home itself was stunning. The layout made it nice for separation! The views were spectacular and it was extremely easyvto check in and out of! Thank you for such a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

This property is great for a family with people of all ages. There are plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms. The view is just beautiful! Perfect! We will stay here again when our family gets together.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dora S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Home for a Family 505 Stay!

I am from the 505 and returned the weekend of April 11 for a small family reunion. This house was wonderful, plenty of room for 10 of us, close proximaty to anything in ALB. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best rental

This is, by far, the best rental house I’ve ever stayed in. There were a ton of extra touches and it made the stay even more enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hockey Trip

Came with some other dads because our boys were playing games nearby at outpost arena. Home was great. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R., Honolulu, Hawaii

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet house with a great Mountain View

Communication with property management was smooth. House was well equipped and was perfect for a getaway. Beautiful floors and design features. Had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house for large group

The property was just as described - 5 bedrooms was perfect for 4 couples and 1 small child. House is in a very nice area of Albuquerque and very close to stores and restaurants. Host was very responsive when I asked questions. I would definitely recommend this house and we will most likely book again when we return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Visit

Home is large and well appointed. Very peaceful and great views. Only issue we had was the beds were extremely firm. Otherwise, highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas 2023

We stayed in this beautiful property in the week following Christmas. It was perfect for us and covered every need! We had a wonderful time in Albuquerque, and amazing times in the house and slept peacefully at night. All we could ask for!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grand Views, Spacious House

Awesome location with a view of the Sandias! Lots of windows and space to spread out. Fire pit was great! Property management responds right away! Note, only one bedroom for two kids if they sleep separately and a daybed with trundle in downstairs living room. Just a planning note. We had a great week there!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location/peaceful setting

Great location in a quiet neighborhood yet easily accessible to main arteries. Beautiful backyard views of Sandia mountains. Wonderful Zen garden. Inside decor was beautiful and soothing. Large rooms and multiple places to relax both inside and out. Garage access made entering/leaving very convenient. Stocked coffee/tea collection was a bonus. Both property manager and host were readily available for questions. No shoes allowed in house but plenty of slippers provided.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Perfect Multigenerational Retreat

Rating: Our family recently had the pleasure of staying at this wonderful home, and it was absolutely perfect for our multigenerational holiday getaway. The incredible setting at the base of the Sandia Mountains provided breathtaking sunsets every evening, creating unforgettable moments for all of us.The layout of the home was fantastic, with numerous gathering areas that allowed everyone to come together comfortably. Whether we were enjoying meals, playing games, or simply relaxing, there was always a cozy spot to connect and share laughter.I cannot recommend this home enough and genuinely hope to return in the future. Additionally, the house manager was incredibly responsive and checked in on us several times during our stay, ensuring we had everything we needed. Overall, this experience was truly special, and we are grateful for the memories made here!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

Our family needed to stay in a larger home to attend my niece’s wedding in the Albuquerque area. We looked at many homes, but really loved this location being at the edge of the mountains. The house was beautiful, clean, and had every extra that we could have imagined. The views were amazing and the quiet neighborhood was great to jog in. The communication with the staff at Irvie homes was great and both the check-in and checkout process was so easy compared to other properties. I have stayed at numerous vacation homes throughout the world over the last decade, and I have to say this was the best one so far! We will probably come back again just for fun next time!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

STACEY J.

Disliked: Communication

So many mice

This is a lovely property but when we returned from the rehearsal dinner there were mice everywhere. In the bathrooms, on the stairs, in the bedrooms. And as we looked, we found traps everywhere so clearly, they knew there was a problem. The local property manager did not respond that evening and never did. We did not know what to do. My children absolutely freaked out, so at 10 pm. we were scrambling to find a hotel. And we were a big group needed 5 hotel rooms, not easy to find. I did get a refund but that really does not seem like enough. I was not going post a review, but you keep asking me how my experience was so now I feel compelled. In the end it was very unpleasant, stressful and more expensive than we had planned. I will think twice before booking a VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Larry W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025