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La Vida Buena, in the heart of Santa Fe's South Capitol area, offers a serene retreat with its shaded garden and al fresco dining. Relax by the wood-burning kiva fireplace or unwind on one of several patio spaces amidst plenty of greenery.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace

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About this property

La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe!

  • Welcome to La Vida Buena, a charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, perfect for up to 4 guests seeking a peaceful retreat just 1 mile from the Plaza. Nestled in the desirable South Capitol neighborhood, La Vida Buena blends classic Pueblo style with a lush garden setting for an authentic Santa Fe experience.

    Step outside and discover what makes La Vida Buena truly special—its expansive, shaded garden filled with piñon pines and multiple patio spaces. Savor al fresco dining under a canopy, gather around the chiminea as the evening cools, or fire up the gas grill for a fresh-market feast. This private outdoor oasis offers sun, shade, and tranquil greenery, making it easy to relax and reconnect.

    Inside, La Vida Buena showcases warm Southwestern charm with viga ceilings, colorful accents, and wood-burning kiva fireplaces that invite cozy evenings. The living room glows with natural light filtered through stained glass, while the fully equipped kitchen makes everything from quick breakfasts to shared dinners a joy. Two queen bedrooms provide restful retreats, with beautifully tiled bathrooms and thoughtful touches throughout creating a welcoming, lived-in feel.

    Located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, La Vida Buena places you close to the city’s vibrant Plaza, renowned art galleries, boutique shopping, and celebrated dining scene. Explore nearby markets, museums, and historic sites, or simply soak in the culture and creativity that define this iconic destination.

    Book your stay at La Vida Buena today.

    Santa Fe STR# 136150

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 136150

About the area

South Capitol, a neighbourhood in Santa Fe, is home to this holiday home. Meow Wolf and Santa Fe Opera are cultural highlights, while Loretto Chapel is a notable landmark. Center for Contemporary Arts and Santa Fe Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. Visit our Santa Fe travel guide
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Santa Fe, NM

What's nearby

  • Canyon Road
    Canyon Road
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Fe Railyard
    Santa Fe Railyard
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Loretto Chapel
    Loretto Chapel
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Fe Plaza
    Santa Fe Plaza
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
    Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
    18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Santa Fe Depot
    18 min walk
  • Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kakawa Chocolate House
    13 min walk
  • Del Charro
    15 min walk
  • Social Kitchen + Bar
    14 min walk
  • Amaya at Hotel Santa Fe, The Hacienda & Spa
    14 min walk
  • Downtown Subscription
    13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe! located?

Located in South Capitol, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of New Mexico Military Museum, Santa Fe Plaza and Loretto Chapel. Center for Contemporary Arts and New Mexico State Capitol are also within 15 minutes. Santa Fe Depot is 18 minutes by foot.

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La Vida Buena | Unique Retreat, Heart of Santa Fe! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 133 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely comfortable home. Great Santa Fe feel.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meagan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for our stay. The house was not only adorable and stylish but was fully equipped with everything you could ever need. In addition, the location was 5 minutes from everything. We were there to go skiing and the 30 minute car ride up and down the mountain was super easy and enjoyable !
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location, close to all the great things Santa Fe has to offer. The house was beautiful inside and out, with great sitting spaces and a beautiful yard. Loved the chicken decor!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay

The house was just right for a short trip with just me and my daughter. Beautiful house, excellent location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maribeth V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

La Casa Bonita

Such a sweet little home. Perfect location to everything. Loved all the little details.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Great house, quiet neighborhood but easy walking distance to the plaza and railyard. Cost living room with a fire and an outdoor space that would be great in summer
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very charming, comfortable, and clean. It is set away from the street a bit and the parking spot is behind a fence, which is a nice bonus especially given the narrow streets in Santa Fe. It's a 15-20 minute straight walk to the Plaza area so there's no need to fight or pay for parking in the busy areas. Overall, we had a great stay and highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay in Santa Fe

The house was all we hoped for for an authentic Santa Fe adventure. Close enough to the plaza and lots of good restaurants to walk so we did not have to hassle with parking .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable, cozy, & convenient

Property was well kept and had basics on hand. Two outdoor seating areas that are comfortable and private. We were two - but unit would be comfortable with four. We would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maya S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

Comfortable clean eclectic home with all needed amenities - especially enjoyed the grounds - big back yard to rest and read! Will definitely come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful southwest oasis

I loved the house. Fun art and knick knacks all over the house and the first morning we woke up to rainbows. The living room was super cozy. beautiful stained glass and the ja
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrell F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Santa Fe

House was beautiful and location was very private. The ouside garden really helped relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Inside and Out

We stayed at this property for four nights in Santa Fe. The home is beautiful and exudes so much Southwest charm with the decor. We loved the backyard area which had two shaded sitting areas with a swing. Our toddler was with us and she loved the children’s books provided on one of the bookshelves.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect for our family of four over Thanksgiving week! The location is great, walkable to the Plaza, Canyon Road, etc. Grocery stores are very short car ride away.The bedrooms are spacious, as is the living and dining areas. Ample storage space in both bedrooms. The outdoor space is great too, with a couple of different seating areas. The two bathrooms are nice, but the primary bathroom would be difficult for someone with mobility issues. There are two steps down into the bathroom, and the shower is incorporated into a jacuzzi-type tub.All in all we had a great stay, and I would definitely book this property again when visiting Santa Fe.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome week in Santa Fe

The home is in a quiet neighborhood close to downtown. It is welcoming and has the New Mexican flavor that we love. The only drawback is the master shower is inside a very deep soaking tub. We would definitely stay here again if the opportunity arises.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Colorful and spacious

A real gem. Super comfortable inside and out!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Conveniently located

Very comfortable place to stay, only a 20 minute walk to downtown or the railyard. Most days we left the car parked and walked to dinner. I worked while on this trip so it was nice to have the desk in the living room, and internet was speedy enough that it felt like I was working from home.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Margie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Lovely house in quiet neighborhood

The house was just as pictured online; interesting decor and Southwest flavor. The house was very clean and well-stocked. Our only recommendation is for the owners to replace their pillows, though this may be based on personal taste--the pillows were either much too hard and one was worn out/too soft for any support. Otherwise, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dianne B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charm, Charm, Charm and AC!

Four of us spent three days in Santa Fe and walked everywhere. Great shops, restaurants, museums, galleries, and neighborhoods. Lovely patio for reading or napping…except for the neighbors cat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place

On our first day there, I called the management company as there were two issues that needed attention.1 - the primary bath needs a shower mat, as the tub gets slick when wet2 - the primary bath leaks all over the floor.We were there for the next six days, and never heard back.Other than these issues, the place was comfortable, clean and enjoyable. Walking distance to many Santa Fe attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home in fantastic neighborhood

We loved the stay. The 1930's era house has so much charm - really cool decor, and lovely gathering spaces. The bed was comfortable. Loved the outdoor garden area. Appreciated that we had off street parking. We were able to walk downtown for restaurants and bars. We were fine with it, but be aware that the master bath is 2 steps down from the bedroom, and the shower is in the jetted tub (not good if you have mobility issues). There is a different bathroom and shower that have no access issues. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

This is a beautiful property to stay at. Peaceful and quite.The backyard is amazing. Very private. It was nice to sit out in with my morning coffee. Kitchen is well stocked. Decor was top quality. This is a place I would recommend and go back to. Tip: arrive while it is still daylight. The driveway is hard to see in the dark.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute 2 bedroom 2 bathroom home within walking distance to the Plaza. Great restaurants and a very nice market for necessities just blocks from the home. A comfortable spot to rest up after the days excursions. We would absolutely stay here again on future trips to Santa Fe.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is just absolutely charming, well appointed and quietly set back from the street. We had a wonderful stay. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very clean, beautiful decor. We really enjoyed our stay and want to book again for the next trip to Santa Fe. Be prepared for a narrow driveway
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025