La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe!

Santa Fe, New Mexico
$407 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to La Vida Buena, a charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, perfect for up to 4 guests seeking a peaceful retreat just 1 mile from the Plaza. Nestled in the desirable South Capitol neighborhood, La Vida Buena blends classic Pueblo style with a lush garden setting for an authentic Santa Fe experience.

Step outside and discover what makes La Vida Buena truly special—its expansive, shaded garden filled with piñon pines and multiple patio spaces. Savor al fresco dining under a canopy, gather around the chiminea as the evening cools, or fire up the gas grill for a fresh-market feast. This private outdoor oasis offers sun, shade, and tranquil greenery, making it easy to relax and reconnect.

Inside, La Vida Buena showcases warm Southwestern charm with viga ceilings, colorful accents, and wood-burning kiva fireplaces that invite cozy evenings. The living room glows with natural light filtered through stained glass, while the fully equipped kitchen makes everything from quick breakfasts to shared dinners a joy. Two queen bedrooms provide restful retreats, with beautifully tiled bathrooms and thoughtful touches throughout creating a welcoming, lived-in feel.

Located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, La Vida Buena places you close to the city’s vibrant Plaza, renowned art galleries, boutique shopping, and celebrated dining scene. Explore nearby markets, museums, and historic sites, or simply soak in the culture and creativity that define this iconic destination.

Book your stay at La Vida Buena today.

Santa Fe STR# 136150

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1800 Sq Ft (167 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • INTERNET

    Internet Access
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near Outlet Shopping
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property Wheelchair Accessible

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Stephanie H.

    Submitted Jun 3, 2026

    Stayed Apr 10, 2026

    Quiet residential neighborhood. Walkable to sites. We absolutely loved the artwork and furniture throughout the home. Had everything we needed to be comfortable during our stay.

  • Cathi N.

    Submitted May 31, 2026

    Stayed May 24, 2026

    Came with a best friend. Loved the ability to leave the car & walk everywhere. It’s so peaceful & quiet - you feel like you’re in the country. Especially loved the patio oasis. Perfect for morning coffee & an afternoon nap.

  • Molly R.

    Submitted May 22, 2026

    Stayed Apr 16, 2026

    Lovely and delightful. Good location. Gorgeous gardens. Perhaps a recyclable container for trash would be good.

  • Rebee A.

    Submitted May 10, 2026

    Stayed Apr 29, 2026

    Such a beautiful space and so welcoming. We loved the backyard especially.

  • Margaret G.

    Submitted Mar 20, 2026

    Stayed Mar 13, 2026

    Great location, and well decorated.

  • Roger W.

    Submitted Feb 23, 2026

    Stayed Feb 12, 2026

    Very cute 2 bedroom 2 bathroom home within walking distance to the Plaza. Great restaurants and a very nice market for necessities just blocks from the home. A comfortable spot to rest up after the days excursions. We would absolutely stay here again on future trips to Santa Fe.

  • Maria S.

    Submitted Jan 18, 2026

    Stayed Dec 28, 2025

    Great location, very clean, beautiful decor. We really enjoyed our stay and want to book again for the next trip to Santa Fe. Be prepared for a narrow driveway

  • Meagan F.

    Submitted Jan 10, 2026

    Stayed Jan 2, 2026

    This property was perfect for our stay. The house was not only adorable and stylish but was fully equipped with everything you could ever need. In addition, the location was 5 minutes from everything. We were there to go skiing and the 30 minute car ride up and down the mountain was super easy and enjoyable !

  • Dawna H.

    Submitted Jan 1, 2026

    Stayed Dec 23, 2025

    Lovely comfortable home. Great Santa Fe feel.

  • Amy Z.

    Submitted Dec 8, 2025

    Stayed Nov 22, 2025

    This house was perfect for our family of four over Thanksgiving week! The location is great, walkable to the Plaza, Canyon Road, etc. Grocery stores are very short car ride away.The bedrooms are spacious, as is the living and dining areas. Ample storage space in both bedrooms. The outdoor space is great too, with a couple of different seating areas. The two bathrooms are nice, but the primary bathroom would be difficult for someone with mobility issues. There are two steps down into the bathroom, and the shower is incorporated into a jacuzzi-type tub.All in all we had a great stay, and I would definitely book this property again when visiting Santa Fe.

  • Iris M.

    Submitted Nov 10, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    The house is just absolutely charming, well appointed and quietly set back from the street. We had a wonderful stay. Would definitely stay again.

  • Sarah H.

    Submitted Nov 2, 2025

    Stayed Oct 25, 2025

    Wonderful location, close to all the great things Santa Fe has to offer. The house was beautiful inside and out, with great sitting spaces and a beautiful yard. Loved the chicken decor!

  • Miranda M.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2025

    Stayed Oct 11, 2025

    The house has character and charm. It is a little dark inside ( more lamps would help) and the bathroom is very small and the toilet seems to rock when sat upon (!) The shower head could be replaced maybe with a hand held option which can be more efficient. Having some foil, saran wrap or baggies for kitchen supplies would be nice. Overall we enjoyed the site.

  • Kent W.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2025

    Stayed Sep 14, 2025

    Enjoyed the ambiance. Nicely decorated. Great location. One suggestion: The jacuzzi floor gets very slippery with a soapy shower. Difficult to get in and out safely.

  • Brendan R.

    Submitted Sep 13, 2025

    Stayed Sep 4, 2025

    The house is very charming, comfortable, and clean. It is set away from the street a bit and the parking spot is behind a fence, which is a nice bonus especially given the narrow streets in Santa Fe. It's a 15-20 minute straight walk to the Plaza area so there's no need to fight or pay for parking in the busy areas. Overall, we had a great stay and highly recommend!

  • Dean D.

    Submitted Sep 7, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    Have been VRBOing in SFe 15y. Certain expectations are standard in a home. Upon arrival, after driving all day, we envision a pinon fire outside & relaxing. This home had only 1 piece of firewood available. Almost NO seasonings in the kitchen. Not even salt & pepper. A piece of a roll of paper towel only. 2 rolls of toilet paper. 0 yes 0 trash bags. Ridiculous. For the price paid for the week, I shouldn’t have to search for & haul firewood & grocery shop for essentials. The house was perfect & as advertised. However basic provisions for a week stay was non existent. Disappointed, to say the least.

  • Neal H.

    Submitted Aug 30, 2025

    Stayed Aug 26, 2025

    Property was clean, inside and out. Great neighborhood. Enjoyed our stay in the house and always our stay in Santa Fe.

  • Jeannette L.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2025

    Stayed Aug 21, 2025

    The place is absolutely charming, the pics don't lie. If you're looking for Santa Fe style charm this house delivers 100%. Decor is on point! The back yard is a lovely oasis and a great way to start your day with a cup of coffee or wind down in the evening. Location is convenient to walking into downtown with all of its charm and diversions. Would recommend this property to anyone (and did, but their dates were booked). Only cons would be that the kitchen should have some cooking spray or EVO (pans stick!) and didn't realize there was recycling until items were in the trash outside; Consider having a designated recycling bin in the house and/or mention from the property mgr in ALL of their correspondences. Thank you Santa Fe, it was a pleasure getting to spend time in your fair city!

  • Seth S.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2025

    Stayed Aug 11, 2025

    Great home in a great location, was nice to walk everywhere into the city. Lovely outdoor patio area. Would stay again.

  • Dawn S.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2025

    Stayed Aug 15, 2025

    Check-in was a breeze! The staff at the office were so friendly and helpful. We loved, loved, loved the property. The kitchen was well stocked and the entire house was beautiful. Would definitely would like to stay there again.

  • Buster M.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Aug 7, 2025

    Beautiful property! Easy check in. Clean! Organized. Great location. Comfy beds.

  • Terra R.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    Came up to Santa Fe with some friends for the weekend and this was a great getaway. The house had everything we needed and was very comfortable. We especially enjoyed the multiple outdoor spaces - such a treat to sit outside in the morning with a coffee and a book!

  • JOHN F.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jun 30, 2025

    It’s ok. Management did not respond to 2 in person visits. Shower dripping, ants, loose toilet (floor bolts), serious sky light leak during rain storms. Would have been nice to have 2 matching wine glasses. 4 would have been even better. Access great as where the gardens.

  • Eve A.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    Three friends stayed here as part of trip to visit other friends in Santa Fe and to enjoy the cooler weather. The house was a great place to have friends over for dinner and to enjoy the 2 lovely outdoor seating areas. It was a quiet neighborhood so it was very peaceful. But you're also very near to great restaurants and grocery stores. The kitchen had all we needed to serve some meals. The beds were comfortable. We would definitely stay here again.

  • Alyssa R.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 16, 2025

    We stayed at this property for four nights in Santa Fe. The home is beautiful and exudes so much Southwest charm with the decor. We loved the backyard area which had two shaded sitting areas with a swing. Our toddler was with us and she loved the children’s books provided on one of the bookshelves.

  • Margie G.

    Submitted Jun 16, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    The house was just as pictured online; interesting decor and Southwest flavor. The house was very clean and well-stocked. Our only recommendation is for the owners to replace their pillows, though this may be based on personal taste--the pillows were either much too hard and one was worn out/too soft for any support. Otherwise, we enjoyed our stay.

  • Karen M.

    Submitted Jun 5, 2025

    Stayed May 29, 2025

    House was beautiful and authentic. Was near everything we wanted to do. Had a wonderful stay.

  • Thomas C.

    Submitted May 29, 2025

    Stayed May 8, 2025

    Property was well kept and had basics on hand. Two outdoor seating areas that are comfortable and private. We were two - but unit would be comfortable with four. We would stay here again.

  • Maribeth V.

    Submitted May 22, 2025

    Stayed May 14, 2025

    Such a sweet little home. Perfect location to everything. Loved all the little details.

  • Shannon C.

    Submitted May 12, 2025

    Stayed Apr 27, 2025

    The house was just right for a short trip with just me and my daughter. Beautiful house, excellent location

  • Cheryl C.

    Submitted Apr 29, 2025

    Stayed Apr 18, 2025

    On our first day there, I called the management company as there were two issues that needed attention.1 - the primary bath needs a shower mat, as the tub gets slick when wet2 - the primary bath leaks all over the floor.We were there for the next six days, and never heard back.Other than these issues, the place was comfortable, clean and enjoyable. Walking distance to many Santa Fe attractions.

  • Jenn S.

    Submitted Apr 19, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    I loved the house. Fun art and knick knacks all over the house and the first morning we woke up to rainbows. The living room was super cozy. beautiful stained glass and the ja

  • CJ M.

    Submitted Apr 11, 2025

    Stayed Apr 4, 2025

    Beautiful furnishings. Nice neighborhood.

  • Submitted Mar 17, 2025

    Stayed Mar 14, 2025

    We had a wonderful time. It was a perfect Southwest experience.

  • susan m.

    Submitted Feb 26, 2025

    Stayed Feb 19, 2025

    The home is in a quiet neighborhood close to downtown. It is welcoming and has the New Mexican flavor that we love. The only drawback is the master shower is inside a very deep soaking tub. We would definitely stay here again if the opportunity arises.

  • Joanna M.

    Submitted Dec 6, 2024

    Stayed Nov 23, 2024

    Great house, quiet neighborhood but easy walking distance to the plaza and railyard. Cost living room with a fire and an outdoor space that would be great in summer

  • Adrienne H.

    Submitted Oct 29, 2024

    Stayed Oct 25, 2024

    We loved the stay. The 1930's era house has so much charm - really cool decor, and lovely gathering spaces. The bed was comfortable. Loved the outdoor garden area. Appreciated that we had off street parking. We were able to walk downtown for restaurants and bars. We were fine with it, but be aware that the master bath is 2 steps down from the bedroom, and the shower is in the jetted tub (not good if you have mobility issues). There is a different bathroom and shower that have no access issues. Would love to stay here again!

  • Darrell F.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2024

    Stayed Sep 7, 2024

    House was beautiful and location was very private. The ouside garden really helped relax.

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$407+
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