Notes from the host
Altos & Plaza
Summary:
2 Homes on 1 property. For large groups we can host up to 16 people. The 2 homes consist of The Plaza & El Altos properties. Each may be booked separately on their own listing, or your may book both together here. Every Room also gets its own large television with Netflix and an Amazon Echo for your personal digital Assistant.
The pool is heated but is currently closed. It operates seasonally from mid-May through mid-September.
The Space:
The Space for The Plaza
The Plaza was renovated with a modern theme in 2019 and offers great details and decor in every room. You will enjoy a great floorplan with kitchen, dining room, and living room adjoined. In the upstairs you will find 2 full baths and 3 bedrooms.
Kitchen: Fully functional with oven, range, refrigerator, spices pots, pans, crook pot, & Microwave. It's stocked with the tools needed to make wonderful meals. Also, enjoy fresh Keurig Coffee every morning.
Living room: Features a beautiful sitting area, highlighted with 70 inch Samsung Smart TV. Netflix, and Amazon Prime included. Couch is a sleeper sofa with a pull out Queen Bed.
Primary Bedroom- Gorgeous barndoors leading to a beautiful king size bed with very comfortable mattress. Walk-in closet to store clothes and luggage. Ceiling fans to keep the room cool and fresh air moving through the room. Enjoy a connected master bathroom with shower, hair dryer, iron, and curling iron.
2nd bedroom: Queen size beds with comfortable mattresses overlooking 43 inch TVs. Ceiling fans to keep the room cool and fresh air moving through the room. Dresser to store clothes. Closet to store clothes an luggage.
3rd bedroom: Queen size beds with comfortable mattresses overlooking 43-inch TVs, Ceiling fans to keep the room cool and fresh air moving through the room. Dresser to store clothes. Closet to store clothes and luggage. Guest Bathroom: Bathtub shower combo.
3rd bathroom - located downstairs is a half bath.
Garage: 2 Car garage.
* Guests are welcome to use the designated parking spots at the end of the street, as well as the two parking spaces available in the garage. Please be advised not to park on the street and obstruct the traffic, as doing so may result in a fine from the HOA.
Backyard: Enjoy a backyard with artificial grass that stays green year-round. Comfortable seating with patio furniture. The gate to that backyard is approximately 50 feet from the community pool.
The Space for El Altos
Spread across 2 levels, El Altos boasts 4 generous sized, tastefully decorated, luxurious bedrooms, each with a large TV. The spacious main living and dining area perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Comfort and warmth are delivered with attention to detail paramount. Tastefully decorated this ideal home away from home delivers
THE KITCHEN
The stylish galley kitchen has all the ingredients to make any occasion feel special. Its well-equipped, so all you need to do is bring your food!
Plenty of bench space and storage, Full-size oven and electric cooktop, Full-size fridge, Full-size dishwasher, Keurig Coffee maker to enjoy fresh coffee every morning, Microwave. Comes completely stocked with all your cooking needs including a selection of pots, pans, toaster, serving dishes, cooking utensils and more. Included also are plates, cutlery, glasses, coffee cups and all the necessary essentials. Convenient breakfast nook with seating for 4 guests, with additional storage in the built-in buffet
THE PRIMARY BEDROOM
Elegantly decorated and generous in size featuring a luxurious King Bed and an occasional chair providing a perfect reading nook. Large 50-inch TV with Netflix – the ideal addition for escaping to your retreat. The airy and modern ensuite conveniently connects to the bedroom. Here you'll find all your bathroom necessities including towels, hairdryer, iron, curling iron, soap, shampoo, and conditioner. A large walk-in wardrobe with plenty of hangers allows you to unpack and enjoy the feeling of space and organization. Enjoy pool views from the bedroom window. Enjoy a connected master bathroom with shower, hair dryer, iron, and curling iron.
SECOND BEDROOM
Lavishly decorated featuring a luxurious memory foam King bed. Large walk-in wardrobe with ample storage space. Large smart TV for added indulgence. The guest bathroom, with all the necessities, conveniently located nearby. The dresser and nightstands offer additional storage.
THIRD BEDROOM
Luxury awaits with a comfortable Queen bed. Large Smart TV – perfect for a guest retreat. This bedroom does not have a wardrobe; however, a luggage rack is provided.
FOURTH BEDROOM
A convenient trundle bed provides two additional beds, perfect for extra guests or the kids. Large Smart TV makes this an ideal place for the kids to hang out. The dresser provides space for additional storage. Wardrobe with ample space to store clothes and luggage.
Guest Bathroom: located upstairs is a bathtub shower combo.
3rd bathroom - located downstairs is a half bath.
Guest Access:
*Enjoy access to our entire home, as well as the community pool in summer months located roughly 30 yards from the backyard. The pool is heated but is currently closed. It operates seasonally from mid-May through mid-September. Each home has 2 storage closets in the garage that are for cleaning supplies for the cleaning team.
* Guests are welcome to use the designated parking spots at the end of the street, as well as the two parking spaces available in the garage. Please be advised not to park on the street and obstruct the traffic, as doing so may result in a fine from the HOA.
*Our home is pet-friendly, welcoming dogs only (up to 40 pounds each). We allow a maximum of 2 dogs per reservation, with a pet fee of $250 per pet. No other pet types are permitted.
The Neighborhood:
LOCATION
In a much-loved location, nearby the neighborhood offers several grocery stores including Sprouts, Whole Foods, Smiths, and Walmart. There also are dozens of local restaurants that offer fantastic food at reasonable prices. Some of our favorite restaurants in the area include Casa Taco, Stripes Burritos & Biscuits, Monroes, Scarpas, Thai Vegan, Siam Cafe, Trombino's Bistro Italiano, Buffet King & Sadies.
Activities in this area include Golfing, Hiking, Bicycling, Mountain Biking, Picnicking, In-Line Skating, Arcade, and Go-cart Racing. Some highlights include the Sandia Peak Aerial Tram, North America’s longest aerial tram and Elena Gallegos Park with 640 acres of wide-open spaces to enjoy.
The Eastside is a gateway to outdoor activities in and around Albuquerque throughout the year. The area leads all the way to the foothills of the Sandia Mountains, where you can board the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway for a scenic ride to the top of the 10,378 ft. summit. Sandia Peak is a popular destination for skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing in the winter, and biking and hiking in the summer. The foothills of the Sandia Mountains are perfect for picnicking and hiking. You can take a leisurely walk or challenge yourself to climb the La Luz trail from the foothills to the peak.
Navigating Albuquerque is very simple and easy with our grid road system. Use Uber, Lyft, Car, Bicycle, or public transportation. Coors Blvd is a major bus fare if you would like to use public transport.
Rio Bravo Riverside Picnic Area & Bosque Trail entrance (7 Minutes)
National Hispanic Cultural Center(11 Minutes)
Sheehan Winery (11 Minutes)
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (14 Minutes)
Instituto Cervantes (12 Minutes)
Isleta Golf Course (14 minutes)
University of New Mexico (15 minutes)
Isleta Resort & Casino - (16 Minutes)
Old Town (18 minutes)
Downtown Albuquerque (18 minutes)
Natural History Museum (20 minutes)
ABQ Biopark Zoo (16 minutes)
Kirtland Air Force Base (32 Minutes)
Indian Pueblo Cultural center (18 Minutes)
Sandia Peak Tramway (31 Minutes)
Balloon Fiesta Park (14 Minutes)
Getting Around:
Altos & Plaza offers convenient access to public transportation options like ABQ RIDE, though a car is recommended for maximum flexibility. Uber and Lyft are also readily available for those who prefer not to drive.
