Arrival

Parking: Your parking spaces (2) are located off of St. Francis Dr, directly in front of the property marked with an ’A’. Please pull all the way forward to the railroad ties. Please do not park in any of the neighboring spaces or block their driveway.

Access: After you park, walk through the wooden gate marked with an 'A'. The casita is equipped with a key lock box that is to the left of the sage green front door. Please replace the key in the lockbox as there will be a set inside for you to use during your stay.

Extra Services

A range of options including, wine, breakfast, baby equipment, mid-stay cleaning, etc. is available here .

Rules

House Rules

• Quiet time in the neighborhood between 10PM and 6AM.
• Lost key fee is $50.
• Please park only in the designated parking area.
• No smoking indoors.
• Check-in is after 3pm.
• Check-out is by 10am. For check out, there are just a couple of things we ask:
  • Please return any furnishings you may have moved to their original place.
  • Gather any trash.
  • Close all doors and windows.
  • Put the key/s back where you found them, lock up with the lockbox key, and send us a message when you have left.

By booking this listing, you are agreeing to the following terms and conditions in addition to the house rules:

• Damages: After your departure, we will conduct an inspection of the property and any damage or excessive cleaning will be charged to your card on file. If you elected to purchase travel insurance we will file a claim with the insuring company.
• Please, no illegal activity.
• Smoking indoors: If renting a multi-house property and other guests are located adjacent or near your rental, please do not smoke within 20 feet of other renters or houses. You will be charged a $500 cleaning fee if you smoke in the house.
• It is required that guests keep the property and all furnishings in good order. Please do not re-arrange furniture. In the unfortunate event that something is damaged, missing, or not working properly, please inform us immediately.
• Pets: Pets are allowed on a case by case basis with an additional fee. You must reach out to us prior to booking. If evidence of an unauthorized pet is found at the property you will be charged a $300 cleaning fee in addition to the normal pet fee.
• Parking: Vehicles are to be parked in designated parking areas only. No trailers or recreational vehicles (RVs) are permitted. Please refer to the house manual for property-specific parking arrangements.
• While linens and bath towels are included in the home, daily maid service is not included in the rental rate. We will provide two rolls of paper towels, three rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, two sets of individual shampoo, conditioner, and body wash per bathroom, and basic kitchen items (salt, pepper, oil, etc). It is the responsibility of the guest to purchase any additional items they may need.
• A charcoal BBQ grill is provided at this home, however we do not supply starter fluid or charcoal. Please do not use gasoline or other inappropriate chemicals to start a fire.
• Access: Guests shall allow us and third party contractors access to the property for purposes of repair and inspection. We shall exercise this right of access in a reasonable manner except in the case of an emergency.
• We, property owners, and broker are not responsible for lessee’s personal property. If personal belongings are found by our cleaning staff after you depart, we can make arrangement to ship the belongings to you at your cost.
• Please contact us prior to your check-in/check-out day if you need to adjust your time. Generally we are not able to give early check-ins/ late check-outs due to guests leaving and arriving the same day and we need time in between to clean and prepare, but we will do our best to accommodate. If you check-out late without approval, we may charge a late check-out fee of $40/hr.

House Manual

Wifi

The internet and wifi details are below:
Name: CasaSaintFrancis
Password: blue7289sky

Television

TV- The television is a smart TV with Roku included. Simply turn on the TV, enter your date of departure, and use your Netflix, Prime, Hulu, Etc account to stream your favorite shows. To watch live TV, please select The Roku Channel as your source.

Trash/ Recycling

There is a large green trash bin located outside the casita by the parking area, to the right of the building. A large blue recycling bin is next to the trash.
The recycling bin takes all recyclables except glass. Glass can go in the green trash bin.
Both trash and recycling are picked up on Wednesday mornings.

Safety

• First aid: The first aid kit is in the kitchen below the sink.
• Fuse box: Located in the hall by the back door.



• Fire extinguisher: Located in the hall, near the back door.

Climate Control

Mini Splits are used for heating and cooling. There are 3: one in the kitchen, one in the living room, and one in the master bedroom. All have their own remote. The second bedroom will have a portable heater in the winter and a window AC in the summer.
The key to making use of the adobe walls and keeping the house cool in the warmer months is to open the windows at night, then close the windows and blinds in the morning to keep in the cool air.

Other Notes

• The outdoor charcoal grill can be used all year. Please do not burn wood or other foreign materials, and never leave it unattended.
• The outdoor fire pit can be used all year. Please be sure to turn the gas tank off after you are done for the evening, do not burn wood or other foreign materials, and never leave it unattended.
• The internet modem/router is in the second bedroom.

The Neighborhood

The Railyard District (.4mi): A large arts district with galleries, performance spaces, a cinema, restaurants & antique shops. Visit the Farmers Market on Saturday mornings, the Boxcar to catch the game, and Second Street brewery for live music and a pint. The Violet Crown Cinema has a large lineup of local New Mexican craft beers as well as a full dinner menu.

The Santa Fe Plaza (1.3 mi): Around the Plaza you will find the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis de Assisi, Palace of the Governors, and the Loretto Chapel, as well as many restaurants; The Shed, The Palace Restaurant, La Boca, and the Bull Ring are all right there, just to name a few.

Canyon Road (1.5 mi): A short walk or drive with many galleries and restaurants, including The Teahouse, El Farol, Geronimo (reservations recommended), and The Compound (reservations recommended).

Museum Hill: Off of Old Santa Fe Trail, home to the Botanical Gardens, the Museum of Indian Arts, the International Folk Art Museum, the Wheelwright Museum, and the Museum of Spanish Colonial Art.

The Santa Fe Ski Basin: About thirty minutes away. You can rent equipment at Alpine Sports in town or wait until you get to the mountain.

Trails: There are trails for every kind of hiker here; some a mere ten minutes up the hill from your casita (Atalaya Trail), and others further out of town.

Meow Wolf: An immersive and interactive experience transporting audiences of all ages into fantastic realms of story and exploration. This includes art installations, video and music production, and extended reality content. House of Eternal Return, launched in March 2016 with support from Game of Thrones creator, George R.R. Martin, invites guests to discover a multidimensional mystery house with secret passages, portals to magical worlds, and an expansive narrative amidst surreal, maximalist, and mesmerizing art exhibits.

Things to do

Late night fun

• Agave Lounge- Sleek, softly lit venue at the Eldorado Hotel & Spa.
• Del Charro- Rustic, Western-themed watering hole serving margaritas & cocktails.
• Cowgirl- Down-home American comfort eats & live music draw crowds at this cowgirl-themed spot.
• Secreto Lounge- Opulent cocktail lounge with patio & loggia seating serving wine & Southwestern small plates.
• Evangelo’s- Kick up your heels with their occasional live music.

Spas

• Ten Thousand Waves: A world-class Japanese style spa, less than twenty minutes from your residence! Enjoy the public baths or rent a private tub. Massages and various other treatments are available. Their restaurant, Izanami, is fabulous and serves izakaya small plates for sharing.
• Ojo Caliente: About an hour or so north, one of the oldest hot spring spas in the country. Historic, peaceful, and beautiful, this full-service spa is a must-see for folks interested in a day of pampering.

Horseback Riding

Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu offers trail rides through some of Northern New Mexico’s most scenic panoramas. The guides are well-versed in the history of the property, from the early outlaws who settled there, to Georgia O’Keeffe’s legacy, not to mention prehistoric history that came before, and movie trivia that followed after (many movies have been filmed at Ghost Ranch). No experience necessary! The ranch is about an hour and fifteen minutes North.

The Santa Fe Ski Basin: About thirty minutes away. You can rent equipment at Alpine Sports in town or wait until you get to the mountain.

Out of Town Fun: Taos is a beautiful hour and a half drive Northwest, and Albuquerque is about 45 minutes South. Both offer tastes of New Mexico not found anywhere else!

Getting Around

Once in town, getting around is easy. Downtown Santa Fe and the surrounding historic districts are compact and most conveniently traveled on foot. It’s no wonder Santa Fe was voted one of America’s Top Rated Walking Cities.

The Santa Fe Pickup Shuttle

Free shuttle service that starts and ends in front of the former New Mexico Film Museum (the Jean Cocteau Cinema) on Montezuma Avenue and runs counter-clockwise with various stops around downtown.

Bus Service

Santa Fe has public transportation called Santa Fe Trails Bus Service.

Ride-Sharing Service

Uber & Lyft rides can easily be arranged in Santa Fe using their apps.

Downtown Parking

Metered parking spots in downtown Santa Fe cost ＄2.00 an hour and are in operation from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, excluding major holidays.

Bikeways and Trails

Bicycle paths and trails for all levels of riders are located in and around the city.