Summary:
1 Bed | 1 Bath | Sleeps 4
🌊 River Hideout | On the River • King Bed • Pet Friendly
Welcome to River Hideout, your peaceful riverside escape in Ruidoso’s scenic Upper Canyon. This 1BR/1BA duplex cottage is perched right on the Rio Ruidoso, so you can fish, read, or grill with your toes practically in the water.
Perfect for couples, solo travelers, or small groups, this cozy hideaway offers rustic charm with modern touches — plus wildlife sightings and a soundtrack of rushing water all day long
The Space:
1 Bed/1 Bath | Maximum Guests: 4
Welcome to River Hideout, your peaceful riverside escape in Ruidoso’s scenic Upper Canyon. This 1BR/1BA duplex cottage is perched right on the Rio Ruidoso, so you can fish, read, or grill with your toes practically in the water.
Perfect for couples, solo travelers, or small groups, this cozy hideaway offers rustic charm with modern touches — plus wildlife sightings and a soundtrack of rushing water all day long.
🛌 The Space
1 Bedroom — king bed with fresh linens and natural light
1 Bathroom — stand-up shower
Living Room — electric fireplace, new sleeper sofa, Smart TV
Full Kitchen — compact, stocked with basics for cooking in
Riverside Deck — propane grill + table & chairs, right at the water’s edge
Wi-Fi & Streaming TV
Central Heat + Window Unit A/C
Pet Friendly 🐾 (with pre-approval & additional fee)
🌟 Why You’ll Love It
Amazing riverfront location — your deck sits directly over the Rio Ruidoso
Perfect for 2–4 guests — one bedroom + new sleeper sofa
Wildlife everywhere — watch elk, deer, turkeys, and more from the deck
Quirky, cozy layout — unique charm with modern comfort
Close to town — 5 min to Midtown shops & restaurants
🔑 Guest Access & Notes
Entire private unit (1 side of duplex) + riverside deck + parking
Self check-in via smart lock
Pet fee applies ($35); approval required
Located in a flood evacuation zone — check forecast during rainy months
📍 Nearby Highlights
Midtown Ruidoso — 5 min
Grindstone Lake — 8 min
Inn of the Mountain Gods — 12 min
Ski Apache Base — 25 min
The Links Golf Course — 15 min
Amenities: One Bedroom with King Bed, One Bathroom with Stand-up Shower, Full Compact Kitchen, Back Porch with Table and Chairs, Propane Gas Grill, New Sleeper Sofa, Wi-Fi, Steaming Capabilities, Central Heat, Window Unti A/C, On the River, Pet Friendly (with additional fee)
Guest Access:
You will go directly to the property to check in. Please call the office for check in any time after 4. We will give you the lock box code.
Please make sure you have signed your rental agreement that you were sent directly to your email before you call.
The Neighborhood:
Upper Canyon
Getting Around:
You will need a car.
Interaction with Guests:
As much or as little as you need. Our office hours are 9 AM to 7 PM 7 days a week. We are always available for emergencies. We are closed on Christmas.