Casita; Peaceful, West of River, Dog Friendly

Welcome to our quiet, peaceful, art-filled one-bedroom casita. The casita is on a semi-rural road, 3 miles from the Mesilla Plaza. The two-acre, gated property is bordered by pecan orchards. The property includes a main home, the casita, outdoor seating, native plants, and artist studio/gallery. No guests under 21. LGBT+ Friendly. There is a large, gated yard for dogs. It is private, with dark night skies. County compliant/licensed. Owner operated; no channel/property manager.

If you’re looking to walk to the downtown mall or Mesilla Plaza, this isn’t your choice. But if you want peace and quiet, where you won’t be bothered by city activity, this might be the place. Ours is a semi-rural location, 10 minutes driving time to Las Cruces and Mesilla amenities. Here, you’re with nature, native plants, Southwest art, birds, dark night skies, and solitude.

The casita is licensed/certified by the county as a short-term rental. We don’t use a channel manager, property manager, or third-party company. We live off-site, just up the road, and your interactions are solely with us. If you need us at any point during your stay, we are available. If you want recommendations or tips on the area, we’re here. As a guest, you are given our private phone number.

The feedback we have received is that people feel safe and comfortable, and they love the privacy and quiet of the casita and property. Those with dogs love the spacious (fenced) backyard, which is shade covered by large pecan trees. Guests have flat, private parking, close to the casita entrance. You’re on 2 acres, but because of the rural location, you feel that you have a lot more space. Much of the property is gated. If you’re traveling with belongings, you’re in a safe location.

On the property, you walk through a private gate to the entrance of the casita, which sits adjacent to the main house on two acres. You can enjoy peace and quiet on the patios, surrounded by native desert plants such as cacti, mesquite and Palo Verde trees, yucca, palms, and agaves. Many of these are in colorful bloom March – October. There is outdoor seating at various spots on the property, all of which is yours to use. A washer/dryer (in the garage) can be used by guests.

Artfully arranged, this private and peaceful space seems much larger than its 320 square feet. There is a living room with couch, recliner, desk/2 chairs, and TV. There is a bedroom, with a sliding barn door separating the bathroom. Magazines, games, water and snacks are provided.

The casita does not have a formal kitchen. Rather, there is a bar with a microwave, mini refrigerator, utensils, and a sink. A Keurig/water kettle is there for you to use, along with complimentary coffee and tea (decaf and regular coffee; green and English tea). There is a two-burner stove for light cooking. An outdoor gas grill is also available for use. The property is readily serviced by Door Dash, Grub Hub, and Uber Eats.

Keeping in line with the art-focused nature of the property, the interior and outside walls are adorned with pieces by blue-chip Southwest/Native American artists, and the upper shelves display hand-made Navajo folk art and Native American pottery. You will feel as if you are residing in a unique, gallery space.

When it's warm, there are two air conditioners, plus two ceiling fans (one in the bedroom and one in the main room). If you get cold, there is a baseboard heater, as well as a portable unit. There is a heated mattress cover on the bed. There is a full bathroom, with sink, toilet, tub/shower combo. All common bathroom amenities are provided.

Unwind with your favorite shows on the Roku TV. There is free WiFi, and guests can use the washer and dryer. We provide a list of restaurant recommendations, as well as local news/art publications.

The casita is in a semi-rural location a half-mile from the Rio Grande. House-trained dogs are welcome. The property is gated. Once you close the entry gate from where you park, your dog can roam the area around the casita, with no concerns about getting out.

On the property is XYZ Art Studio. This is a space we rent to artists. There is gallery/display space, with art produced by the on-site artists. Guests in the casita can visit the studio/gallery whenever one of the artists is present.

ADA: The property is flat, so there are no stairs from where you park to the casita. Casita access and backyard are wheelchair accessible. There is a 1” metal bar at the entry door, so someone will need to help you clear it. The space inside is a little tight for a wheelchair, but if you can walk a bit, you’ll be ok. If you’re fully wheelchair-dependent, this space probably won’t work for you. But if you have a walker and/or can do some independent movement, you’ll do fine.

You are 3 miles from the Mesilla Plaza and Fountain Theater; 1 mile from the Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park; and 6 miles from the Downtown Farmer’s Market. The Mesilla Plaza, with numerous shops and restaurants, is 3 miles away. Near the Plaza, La Posta de Mesilla, Andele Mexican Restaurant, Double Eagle Restaurant, Lescombes Winery & Bistro, Luna Rossa Winery & Pizzeria, and the Bean Coffee House provide a range of dining/beverage options.

Over 15 miles of no vehicle access biking and pedestrian trails along the Rio Grande are ½ mile away, and the hiking trails of the Organ Mountain Desert Peaks National Monument are 35 minutes away. White Sands National Monument is one hour away.

You must be 21 years of age to rent this space. It is limited to two people. LGBT friendly. You are in a natural setting, surrounded by pecan trees and native plants. There are neighbors on the rural, dead-end road, but you are in a quiet and private location. If you’re looking for solitude—where you can relax and unwind in a peaceful setting—this is the place for you.

Guests have full use of the casita, the property, the outdoor gardens and various sitting areas. There are sitting areas up front and in the back. A washer and dryer are available for use. Parking is private and near the casita. There are no stairs. There is a large, tree-filled, gated yard for dogs. Guests can visit the XYZ art studio/gallery when artists are present.

On the property is XYZ Studios, a 960 square foot space organized into three work areas. We provide affordable working spaces to artists who live in the greater Las Cruces area. This is a 2-acre property, and the studio is a good distance from the casita. You can visit the studio/gallery when someone is present. We will notify you if there are any art openings or workshops happening in the studio during your stay.