Peaceful Hilltop Casita w/ Stunning Views, Close to the Historic Plaza

Chris and Marie are wonderful hosts!We had such a wonderful stay in Santa Fe! The home is so welcoming, we could move in permanently! The home is so comfortable and clean! The bed is soft and I had my best sleep while we were there.If you are cooking in, you have anything you might want in the kitchen. There’s even a dishwasher! There is a bonus office space for an additional guest and can also be used for an office. The patio is perfect for enjoying the sunny weather. The home is situated just 5-15 minutes from everything you want! Downtown Santa Fe is also walking friendly. There are shops and restaurants galore to go to.Santa Fe is beautiful and so sunny. Back home it was warm but rainy. So happy we were here!We will definitely be back and plan to stay with Chris and Marie again.

Everything was good except maybe another comfortable chair for living area.

Nice quiet neighborhood. Well kept property. Host communication was great and gave complete respect to privacy.

We stayed at the casita for 5 nights and it was fantastic!The location was perfect, the casita had everything we needed and we would definitely stay there again.We loved watching the sunset on the private patio and the owners were great.Can’t wait to go to Santa Fe next year.

Beautiful and spacious casita. Loved the fireplace. Kitchen was well stocked with coffee and cookware. Bed was super comfy. Location was great as it was close to many conveniences but quiet. Host provided lots of helpful information prior to arrival. Would definitely recommend.

Great location! The casita is even nicer than we anticipated. Hosts communication was stellar. Lots of thoughtful touches (e.g., bedside phone chargers).

This is our second time staying at this little casita. I can’t say enough about how great it was to have a place like this to stay in Santa Fe. It’s a five minute drive to the plaza so location is great. It was November when we were there so we fired up the kiva fireplace after coming back to the casita after a long day of adventures. It was clean, cozy, and had everything that we needed.

This is our favorite VRBO. The hosts are exceptional. They allow you your privacy but are always there if anything needs doing and they have amazing suggestions for things to do while in northern New Mexico. We've stayed on multiple occasions and have noticed that they keep the property in top notch condition and often add little touches to make our stay completely satisfying.

The casita was so comfortable. The hosts were great and so responsive and communicative. They also had some great tips on what to do and where to eat for guests new to the area. It was a perfect location: close to all the services, and downtown, but far enough out to have a country feel. The sunset views were great. We would definitely stay there again.

Cielito Lindo was perfect for us. We very much enjoyed the location, very peaceful, and easy access to town. Our hosts Chris and Marie provided clear concise Instructions for access and suggestions for things todo. When we return to Santa Fe we will stay here again.

Wonderful location, quiet and peaceful. Short walk to town. Great hosts. Would definitely visit again.

I don't want to say toooo much -want to keep this place for myself. Enjoyed the place, great location made it easy to get around Santa Fe; what a scenic view! We are already making plans for the future to return. Well, I have said toooo much, need to make sure that I can get the dates I want in the future!!!

We had a fabulous week in Santa Fe! The casita was perfect for a relaxing week. We loved the outdoor eating area & the sunsets were amazing. Thank you for a beautiful place to stay!

The Casita was great! Very convenient location to everything, five minutes to the Plaza. It was our 2nd time to stay here and plan to book it again. Hosts are very attentive.

Nice Casita close to all of Santa Fe. Sharing property with owners - but never saw/heard anything! Loved the quiet neighborhood! Easy access to downtown Santa Fe.

We loved this place! Beautiful outdoor patio and lots of nonstop entertainment from hummingbirds. Lots of other birds, a visit from a young buck deer with beautiful velvet on his antlers, coyotes at night and gorgeous sunsets. Kitchen was well stocked as far as cooking utensils. Very quiet and comfortable and it will be our first choice when we return to Santa Fe.

This was better than the pictures! The hosts made it feel like it was your home. One of bests places we have ever stayed.

Loved the casita! Great view and amenities! Very good location. 10-15 dollar uber to most anywhere. Great inside and outside space. Only consideration is if you are on girls trip and only one bathroom might be a little hard because the bathroom is in the bedroom. Adding a door to the existing bathroom for another entrance would be very helpful! Otherwise, highly recommended !!!

we hope to go back

Chris and Marie were awesome and we loved the Casita. It was perfect! If you want any recommendations for things to do, just ask. Convenient location, very clean and excellent views for sunsets!!

I happen to love this casita! It definitely has a “Santa Fe” feel with lots of windows that open to allow the New Mexico breezes. The kitchen had everything I needed. The outdoor spaces are lovely. In one spot you can enjoy the hummingbirds and the songs of the towhees, the other provides great viewing of the spectacular sunsets. The hosts were very helpful in providing recommendations for hiking and activities in the area. It was a truly lovely stay. I definitely recommend.

Private hilltop retreat in touch with the great flora, fauna and environment of the Santa Fe foothills yet a short driving distance from the heart of the city. Fully furnished and equipped for an excellent six night stay.

Between, April 24 – May 7, 2025 we enjoyed our third visit to Chris and Marie’s Peaceful Hilltop Casita oasis in Santa Fe. In a previous reviews we described in detail all the wonderful reasons why we enjoyed our stay. One again our hosts, Chris and Marie, made every effort to make our stay comfortable. The day before we were scheduled to begin our drive back home a spring snow storm hit Santa Fe and the surrounding region. Chris and Marie offered another night in the casita so the storm could pass through so we would leave a day later making our drive safer. Plus, supplying us with pinon wood, kindling, and fire starters so we could enjoy a cozy fire in the Kiva fireplace. This speaks volumes about the Howson’s. One could not ask for more thoughtful, kind hosts. If you are looking to enjoy a restful, renewing experience with all the beauty that Santa Fe and the surrounding area offers then look no further than the delightful Peaceful Hilltop Casita. Once again, kudos to Chris and Marie.

Everything about this Casita was just as described. The location is great, easy to get too with private parking, in a nice quiet neighborhood. It feels very private, yet close and convenient to grocery stores, restaurants, hikes, and downtown. The ease of check-in/out, and communication with the host couldnt have been better!been

Everything about the property was excellent and exactly as described. The house was clean and well stocked with everything you could need. The hosts were friendly and gave recommendations on the area. The house is in a great location just 5-10 minutes from download, yet quiet and peaceful. It was a great stay for our family and would we definitely want to stay there again for our next trip out!

This was our second stay. Nice place for a couple located in a quiet neighborhood close to the Santa Fe Plaza.

Great place to stay- close to everything, well stocked kitchen, comfortable bed, pretty view. Highly recommend Geronimo’s or Sazon for dinner- worth every dollar and a hike and scenery at Bandelier State Park is worth the drive. Thank you for a wonderful visit.The Tyler’s

Fantastic little property nestled in the hills north of Santa Fe. It was very quiet with sunset views. It was super easy to drive to the plaza. The owners were super helpful. They found out that we liked to hiked and they gave us a lot of suggestions as to where to go. Don’t be bashful to ask them for suggestions. They have some good ones. We enjoyed a fire in the kiva while we watched a movie and relaxed after a long day. Definitely will come back next time we go to Santa Fe!

A spacious unit with everything we needed. Immediately comfortable. Loved the snow !

Nice property, secluded and quiet. Easy access to the town and exit routes to visit the area. Property was clean and well-equipped.

This is our second stay here and we adore the casita.

We couldn' have been happier with our stay! We came to explore the area, and this casita was a lovely part of the experience. Every nook and cranny was so inviting, but our favorite spot was in the back, watching the sunset over the mountains most evenings.

This is Peaceful Hilltop Casita review two for us. Between September 19-26, 2024 we enjoyed our second visit to Chris and Marie's casita oasis. In a previous review we described in detail all the reasons why we enjoyed our stay. Just a brief synopsis of those reasons. The captivating Jemez Mountains to the west, and the magnificent Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the east. The serenity of the beautiful red, orange, yellow sunsets over the Jemez Mountains from the patio. Plus, the wonderful serenity and quiet of the hilltop while only being a few minutes drive from Sante Fe's amenities. Must reiterate how our hosts, Chris and Marie, made every effort to make our stay comfortable. From the nice welcome note on the dining room table, tasteful placement of house plants, exceptional cleanliness, comfortable furniture, and all necessary supplies for a fire in the fireplace. The refrigerator was thoroughly cleaned and cleared of any condiments and perishables previous guests may have left. A huge plus for us. In closing, the Peaceful Hilltop Casita, surrounding grounds and mountains, are magical. If you are looking to enjoy a restful, renewing experience with all the beauty that Santa Fe and surrounding area offers then look no further than the Peaceful Hilltop Casita. We already have our reservations for April/May, 2025, and are looking forward to enjoying the Hilltop Casita's magic again. Once again, kudos to Chris and Marie!

This lovely casita in beautiful Santa Fe is simply the best VRBO we've ever stayed in anywhere. It's a wonderful place with both privacy and some of the best sunsets you will ever see. The owners give you complete privacy while always being there to help you with anything great or small. It gets our very highest recommendation!

I've stayed at the property multiple times for a reason: it checks all the boxes: cleanliness, good location, private, has patio and all key amenities, from large tv to clothes washer/dryer to stove to microwave to coffee maker, dishes, utensils, etc. Hosts are very personable and respond quickly to queries.