[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Close to downtown, family/pet friendly, mountain views, tv/game room Family-friendly vacation home in Ruidoso with a water park ![TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34090000/34088100/34088014/w4608h3078x0y0-bd2d5daa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34090000/34088100/34088014/w4608h3051x0y0-054c06c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34090000/34088100/34088014/w4608h3049x0y0-75a2f008.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34090000/34088100/34088014/d7dcea12_edited_a59f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34090000/34088100/34088014/e07df565.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the ultimate family vacation at The Big House. Enjoy a nightcap on the private balcony of the master suite, then retreat to a comfortable king bed with blackout shades for a restful sleep. With four downstairs bedrooms and two living rooms, this 5-bedroom home is perfect for big groups or families. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathrooms3800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Close to downtown, family/pet friendly, mountain views, tv/game room The Big House is a sprawling 5 bdrm, 3 bath, 2 living rm affair designed to support your whole family vacation in style. The open concept kitchen/dining/living area features a full size shuffleboard table under a window framing Sierra Blanca, a gas fireplace below a flat screen, satelite connected TV, and some unique Texas style seating. On the other side of the marble top bar there is a gas range and a kitchen with all the food prep and cook ware any chef could need. Dishwasher, double ovens, pantry, fridge/freezer combo, ice maker, and RO softened water complete the room. Cook big and serve your crew at the pine dining table, and then adjourn to the downstairs TV/bar/poker table/wood burning fireplace room decorated in the style of a mountain dive bar. Why yes that is a skunk pelt hanging on the wall, thank you for asking, and yes we have talked and laughed well into the night on a number of occasions, and we invite you to do the same!! After drinks downstairs head up to the master suite and enjoy the private balcony for a night cap before sliding into the comfortable king bed, and pulling the black out shades until it's time to do it all over again. The master bathroom features a walk in closet, two sinks, and a huge shower with two shower heads. There are a washer and dryer in case y'all get messy feel free to do a load of laundry. The other direction out of the kitchen leads to the 4 downstairs bedrooms...the front room sports bunk beds, a TV, and a kids table and chairs for the little ones to conduct kid business. The next room down the hall is dual closeted and contains a comfy king bed, two nightstands, and bench. The back two bedrooms flank two full bathrooms, one more set of bunk beds in one, and a queen in the other. Both offer loads of closet space for your things. The backyard begins with a dual seating area deck and propane/charcoal grill BBQ. From there the yard falls away into a wooded ravine where we play with our dogs and enjoy nature under the stars. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Charcoal grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 4 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Golf - Snow sports gear - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 3,800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82950000/82943400/82943302/w1313h739x0y0-fa515df1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2400 Square Ft. 4 Bedroom Sierra Blanca Soft Mountain Views Home Central Cooling Ruidoso - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 32 reviews CA $224 CA $727 total includes taxes & fees Oct 2 - Oct 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=82943302&PinnedHotelID=82943302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105500000/105490600/105490549/4947067f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Panoramic view of Sierra Blanca and a few minutes from downtown Ruidoso. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ## About the area Located in Ruidoso, this vacation home is in the city center. Cree Medows Public Golf Course and The Links at Sierra Blanca are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Pillow's Funtrackers and Free Spirits at Noisy Water. Traveling with kids? Consider Ruidoso Winter Park and Ruidoso Winter Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Ruidoso travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ruidoso.dx6054982) [View more Vacation homes in Ruidoso](https://www.expedia.ca/Ruidoso-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6054982-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.33404%2C-105.66638&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=s_iWMzqCjaRvogdMouFlGX1L7Jg=) Ruidoso, NM ### What's nearby - Wingfield Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km - Pillow's Funtrackers - 2 min drive - 1.9 km - Grindstone Lake - 4 min drive - 2.3 km - The Links at Sierra Blanca - 4 min drive - 3.8 km - Ruidoso Convention Center - 5 min drive - 4.6 km ### Getting around - Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 24 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Downshift Brewing Company - ‬13 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk - ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬15 min walk - ‪Lost Hiker Brewing Company - ‬9 min walk - ‪Schlotzsky's - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Close to downtown, family/pet friendly, mountain views, tv/game room pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total). ### What time is check-in at Close to downtown, family/pet friendly, mountain views, tv/game room? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Close to downtown, family/pet friendly, mountain views, tv/game room? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Close to downtown, family/pet friendly, mountain views, tv/game room located? > Located in the center of Ruidoso, this family-friendly vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Cree Medows Public Golf Course and Wingfield Park. Pillow's Funtrackers and Grindstone Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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