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Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Carlsbad, NM
  • Place, Carlsbad Museum & Art Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Riverwalk Recreation Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Carlsbad

With a stay at this apartment in Carlsbad, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Carlsbad Dog Park and Carlsbad Museum & Art Center. .This apartment is 18.3 mi (29.5 km) from Carlsbad Caverns National Park and 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area.
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What's nearby

  • Carlsbad Museum & Art Center - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Riverwalk Recreation Center - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Carlsbad Water Park - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Lake Carlsbad Golf Course - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mcdonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪China Dragon Buffet - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Maria's Mexican Food - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy Desert Getaway Near Carlsbad Caverns. Shaded Yard & Dog-Friendly Amenities!

Welcome to The Prickly Pear Studio – your peaceful desert hideaway in Carlsbad, New Mexico. Thoughtfully designed with charm, comfort, and convenience in mind, this cozy space is perfect for solo travelers or couples — especially those bringing along a furry friend (outdoor only)!

Note: This unit includes a private entrance through a gate in the back and shares a yard with the tenant of The Cactus Cavern and one RV located at the rear of the property.

🛏 Inside the Studio
• Plush queen-sized bed with cactus-themed bedding
• Fully equipped kitchen with stove, oven, fridge, microwave, and Ninja air fryer/grill combo
• Private, clean full bathroom
• Desk and chair for remote work or planning local adventures
• Neck massager, candles, and warm lighting for relaxation
• Thoughtfully styled with cozy cactus-themed décor

Coffee Bar & Welcome Extras
• Self-serve coffee bar with a variety of K-Cups, cups, sweeteners, and creamer
• Skinny syrups, spices, and cute cactus-themed mugs
• A perfect way to start your morning before heading out to explore

Comfort & Entertainment Touches
• Foot bath with essential oils for relaxation
• Incense and burner to create a calming, spa-like feel
• Chargers and USB ports for easy device access
• Books, including a New Mexico Bucket List guide
• Playing cards and Wheel of Fortune game for fun downtime

Outdoor Features
• Bistro seating on artificial grass with cactus pillows and string lighting
• Spacious yard under mature trees
• Charcoal and gas grills
• Picnic table with cactus centerpiece
• Reclining lawn chairs for lounging
• Canoe and paddleboard available for guest use

Dog-Friendly Perks (Outdoors Only)
• Outdoor dog pen
Pets are allowed outdoors only. Please do not bring pets inside the studio and be sure to pick up after them.

🗺 Explore Like a Local
Guests receive a “Things to Do Around Carlsbad” guide, packed with local hikes, hidden gems, breweries, and more to help plan the perfect desert adventure.

Book The Prickly Pear Studio today and enjoy cactus charm, outdoor relaxation, and dog-friendly perks — all in one peaceful place.
Make yourself comfortable in your air-conditioned apartment, featuring a microwave and a Smart TV. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a washing machine.
This smoke-free apartment features hiking/biking trails nearby, kayaking nearby, and water skiing nearby. Recreational activities include mountain biking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 350 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Since there is no dishwasher in the unit, please hand wash your dishes and put in the dish dryer rack.
Place used sheets and pillow cases in hamper along with dirty towels.
Put AC to 73 degrees.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Dogs are not allowed inside the studio.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

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