Wildlife Mountain Cabin — Where the Wildlife Comes to Visit!Welcome to Wildlife Mountain Cabin, a charming two-story mountain retreat tucked among the tall pines of historic Upper Canyon in Ruidoso. Cute, cozy and full of personality, this cabin offers the quintessential mountain getaway—with one very special bonus: the wildlife comes right to you!
Elk, mule deer, wild horses and wild turkeys are frequent visitors around the cabin, making every day a little different. Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered deck and keep your eyes open—you never know who might wander by!
COZY MOUNTAIN CHARACTERInside, you'll find warm wood interiors, soaring ceilings and a beautiful rock gas fireplace that creates the perfect gathering spot for relaxing after a day in the mountains. The open living area gives everyone room to gather, play games, visit or simply enjoy the peaceful wooded surroundings.
The kitchen adds a fun and unexpected touch with its custom mosaic artwork backsplash. It's a unique detail that gives this mountain cabin plenty of personality and makes the space feel like anything but an ordinary vacation rental.
RELAX, UNWIND & ENJOY THE MOUNTAINSAfter a day of exploring Ruidoso, hiking the trails, skiing at Ski Apache or strolling through Midtown, soak in the private hot tub and enjoy the peaceful mountain setting.
The covered deck is another favorite gathering spot—perfect for morning coffee, an evening glass of wine or simply sitting quietly and watching for your next wildlife visitor.
BRING THE WHOLE FAMILYWildlife Mountain Cabin is pet friendly, so your four-legged family members don't have to miss out on the mountain adventure.
Located in historic Upper Canyon, you're surrounded by the beauty and character of one of Ruidoso's most beloved areas while remaining convenient to the restaurants, shops, recreation and attractions that make Ruidoso such a popular mountain destination.
And while the cabin is located in beautiful Upper Canyon, it is
not located in the flood-prone area, allowing you to enjoy the peaceful mountain setting with added peace of mind.
Whether you're planning a family vacation, a getaway with friends, a romantic mountain escape or simply a chance to slow down and reconnect with nature, Wildlife Mountain Cabin is ready to welcome you.
Come for the mountain cabin. Stay for the wildlife.
And don't forget to look out the window...
Who will you see today?Ruidoso, Alto, and surrounding areas: Submerse yourself within the towering pines of Lincoln County and watch local wildlife such as elk, deer, wild horses, turkey, birds, and more in their natural habitats. Plan a day basking in the stillness of our national forest while hiking, biking, or fishing, golfing at one of our multiple golf courses or spend a fun night out on the town at one of the area’s local attractions! Be sure to swim or fish at the beautiful Grindstone or Alto Lake, delight your senses at Winter Park with roller coaster and tubing, and explore the ski slopes and hiking trails throughout Ski Apache. Win big at one of our three local casinos and enjoy the excitement of live quarter horse racing at Ruidoso Downs Racetrack. Be happy you took a respite from the concrete jungle. Come relax and refresh with us!
Distances to Area Attractions and Travel Time (barring there is not an elk or wild horse traffic jam):
- Bonito Lake 15.9 miles; 34 minute drive
- Grindstone Lake 2 miles; 7 minute drive
- Inn of the Mountain Gods 5.4 miles; 13 minute drive
- Midtown Shopping District 1.8 miles; 6 minute drive
- Ruidoso Downs Racetrack & Casino 6.4 miles; 16 minute drive
- Ski Apache Ski Resort 18.6 miles; 41 minute drive
- Ruidoso Winter Park/Screaming Eagle Roller Coaster 6.9 miles; 15 minute drive
Please Note: This home is dog-friendly with a limit of 2 dogs. A pet fee of $50.00 (plus tax) per pet applies. Please let us know if you’ll be bringing your furry friend so we can make the necessary arrangements. For their safety and comfort, pets are required to be kenneled when left alone in all of our pet-friendly cabins.
Bedding: 2 Queen
The fine print, what to expect: Our cabins include basic cable, satellite or streaming television, basic cooking utensils, propane gas grill (propane provided), washer and dryer (if applicable- please look at the amenities), towels and bed linens for guest use along with heating for winter. Our homes come equipped with either a drip or Keurig coffee maker. *Linens and bath towels *Extra blankets and bedding *Spa towels for properties with spas/hot tubs. While our kitchens are fully equipped with glassware/cookware/utensils/dishes, etc. this does not ensure that all homes will have a blender, crock pot, spices, coffee, or condiments. Please call ahead to confirm if items such as these are available. If not, we ask that you bring your own. Basic toiletries in the Master bathroom only are: * bar soap *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom. Basic toiletries in all additional bathrooms (if applicable) are: *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom, *one (1) travel-sized bar soap and/or facial soap. Basic supplies in the home: *five (5) All-Clear laundry pods, *dish detergent in pod or liquid form (quantities may vary and/or be limited), and three (3) Lemi Shine rinse agent in single-use cups (for homes with dishwashers), *liquid dish soap in (at minimum) a partial container (may only be in homes without dishwashers- check amenities to ensure the home you booked has a dishwasher), *two to three (2-3) rolls of paper towels, *two (2) trash liners in each waste basket; one (1) prepared in a basket and at least one (1) in the bottom or under the sink. We encourage guests to please be mindful of the supplies we provide and always bring extras as housekeeping does not deliver more than what is required to be left in the homes. We highly encourage guests to be prepared with access to chains and/or 4-wheel drive in winter months. Firewood is not provided for homes with wood-burning fireplaces