Santa Fe Vacation Rentals

The tan and brown adobe buildings blend with the terrain of the high desert and leave no Santa Fe lodging guest wondering why Santa Fe is "The City Different." Santa Fe vacation rentals guests know the best time to visit Santa Fe is anytime. There is so much to do in Santa Fe, and the city is so full of culture and unique character that guests of Santa Fe rentals can't visit just once.

Guests of Santa Fe vacation rentals have discovered the immense respect Santa Fe has for its natural environment; they also understand that Santa Fe is well-known for its modern, cosmopolitan sophistication. Santa Fe is multi-faceted and multi-cultured and offers everything from grand restaurants to the third largest art market in the country, and unlimited outdoor activities. Guests of Santa Fe rentals and Santa Fe hotels need to come back again and again to appreciate everything Santa Fe has to offer.

Santa Fe, America's oldest capital city, is located 7,000 feet up in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. The city has a population of just over 60,000, and Santa Fe rentals guests will find the 37.4 miles of total area easy to cross. Many Santa Fe lodging facilities offer free shuttle service to all the main sections of Santa Fe. Santa Fe, New Mexico, is high desert territory and only .1 miles of it is covered by water.

Santa Fe preserves its architectural style of the Spanish-Pueblo and passed a law in 1958 that required all new constructions to conform to the adobe-fashioned building style. A uniformed and culturally rich architecture is only one of the aspects that keep guests of Santa Fe hotels coming back.

A dry climate and pleasant weather predominates much of the year in Santa Fe. Guests of Santa Fe hotels and Santa Fe rentals should come prepared with eye drops and moisturizer. Temperatures in the winter are typically in the forties; but by evening, guests of Santa Fe lodging will find themselves pulling on an extra sweater as the high desert night can drop well below 30 degrees.

Guests of Santa Fe vacation rentals will find the summers vary between the high 70s and low 90s. Because of the dry climate, there's very little humidity, and guests of Santa Fe lodging will enjoy relaxing outdoors with a cool drink and soaking up the rays.

Guests of Santa Fe lodging know they have an incredible range of choices when it comes to staying in Santa Fe. From bed and breakfasts located in historic buildings, to three bedroom condominiums, it's all a matter of tastes and requirements. From resorts offering steam rooms and a healthy lifestyle environment to magnificent Santa Fe hotels, there's no going wrong when it comes to Santa Fe lodging.

Many Santa Fe hotels and Santa Fe vacation rentals offer all the comforts of home, brought with professional courtesy and care. Guests of Santa Fe rentals will find many Santa Fe vacation rentals allow pets, and are fitted with large kitchens perfect for attempting southwest cooking. If guests of Santa Fe rentals are looking for all the comforts of home, Santa Fe lodging will not disappoint.

Run With the Angels, a charity marathon, is perfect for guests of Santa Fe vacation rentals looking to be active, take in nature, and give to a good cause. Santa Fe lodging guests begin their Run With the Angels at the Plaza. The race winds in, out, and along the centuries-old, tree-lined streets of the Historic District of Santa Fe. Santa Fe vacation rentals guests can feel good knowing the entry fee goes to the Kitchen Angels, one of New Mexico's most noble charitable organizations. Guests of Santa Fe hotels have a choice of a 10K, 5K, and a Two Mile Fun Run/Walk. Run With the Angels is also great for the children of Santa Fe lodging guests as they can take part in the Kid K run.

Keeping themselves outdoors and soaking up the amazing atmosphere of Santa Fe is what guests of Santa Fe hotels are sure to do. And one great way for a guest of Santa Fe vacation rentals is the Aboot About Santa Fe Historic Walk. Santa Fe vacation rentals guests can relax and stroll leisurely through 400 years of Santa Fe history; a history, guests of Santa Fe lodging will discover is rich in culture, beauty, and conflict. This informative and casual walk will take guests of Santa Fe hotels through narrow streets and past impressive historic buildings such as the St. Francis Cathedral and the state capitol. A $10 ticket will get guests of Santa Fe lodging an enjoyable, fulfilling walk through the magical city of Santa Fe.

Santa Fe is a cultural melting pot, and guests of Santa Fe rentals will be pleased by the extensive list of unique and varying restaurants and night spots.

If quick Cajun fits the bill, guests of Santa Fe lodging should drop by Callie's Cajun takeout for a bite. When Mexican seafood is the craving, Santa Fe rentals guests should not pass up Cafe Dominic. This restaurant offers relaxing and casual atmosphere and gourmet cuisine at affordable prices. Cafe Dominic is located in the historic Guadalupe District.

Guests of Santa Fe hotels who like margaritas know that Santa Fe has some of the best. Before the evening winds down, guests of Santa Fe vacation rentals should visit the Blue Corn Cafe and Brewery. This restaurant offers pub fare as well as award-winning, handcrafted microbrews.

Adoring nature is one of the reasons guests of Santa Fe lodging flock to Santa Fe. And what better way is there to enjoy the night than a sky tour? Astronomy Adventures: Guided Night Sky Tours with The Cosmonut is a fun way for guests of Santa Fe vacation rentals to spend an evening. The sky over Santa Fe is unusually dark and offers guests of Santa Fe hotels a chance to see the night sky in a whole new way. Guests of Santa Fe lodging will see millions of bright stars shine and learn everything they need to know about the constellations and star lore. Telescopes and binoculars are provided, and tours can range from two to 200 people.

The Santa Fe Opera has been charming and entertaining the serious opera world for well over 40 years now. Guests of Santa Fe lodging recognize the majestic architecture of this 2100-capacity opera house. Internationally famous opera singers such as Ben Heppner, Bryn Terfel, Tatiana Troyanos, James Morris, Samuel Ramey, Catherine Malfitano and Sylvia McNair have entertained guests of Santa Fe rentals. As well, guests of Santa Fe vacation rentals have been enriched by the symphonies of Mozart, Beethoven and Bach. Whatever the production, guests of Santa Fe lodging should spend at least one evening at the Santa Fe Opera.

For a unique and interesting adventure, guests of Santa Fe vacation rentals can take part in Wild Earth Llama Adventures' "Take a Llama to Lunch!" day. Guests of Santa Fe hotels and Santa Fe lodging hike the wilderness of Santa Fe and learn the local ecology, regional history, and wilderness lore. Gourmet meals are served on the trek, and there are different levels of guided tours for all ages and fitness levels.

Guests of Santa Fe rentals and Santa Fe lodging should not leave before visiting the cultural heart and center of the city, the Santa Fe Plaza. The Santa Fe Plaza is rich in history, and has been the commercial, social and political center of Santa Fe since 1610 when it was established by Don Pedro de Peralta. At the Plaza, guests of Santa Fe vacation rentals can walk the strip and view local artwork. Guests of Santa Fe lodging can also view the Pueblo-style buildings that surround the Santa Fe Plaza, most notably the Palace of the Governors, which was built between 1610 and 1612.

Santa Fe offers a little bit of everything to the guest of Santa Fe vacation rentals, whether it be a hike with a llama or a beautiful opera. Santa Fe has an attractive climate (especially during the summer) and is perfect for outdoor sports such as hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking. Santa Fe is an old city and is rich in historic architecture. Guests of Santa Fe rentals can't walk ten steps without immersing themselves in the wonderful history and feeling of Santa Fe. Guests of Santa Fe hotels find that one visit is simply not enough to take in the entire ambiance of Santa Fe; and that's why guests of Santa Fe hotels make this high desert city with the most gorgeous night skies in the country a regular place to return to.