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Peaceful & Roomy - Very close walk (5 Blk) to Historic Plaza dining & shopping

Holiday home in Taos with kitchen and patio

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Taos Mountain from back door
Patio with grill
Entry - Living room
Living room windows to patio
Living room - No Fires please

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6244.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Taos, NM
  • Place, Kit Carson Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Taos Plaza
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Taos Historic Museums
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful & Roomy - Very close walk (5 Blk) to Historic Plaza dining & shopping

Our hacienda is located in the heart of Taos, adjacent to Kit Carson Park and only 5 blocks from the Historic Taos Plaza. The house is on a large lot only a block away from undeveloped Taos Pueblo lands, and is very quiet and peaceful. Lots of birds, bunnies and a small prairie dog colony that are fun to observe.
Traditional Adobe Style with beautiful Viga ceilings, Tile, Flagstone & Wood Floors.
3 Bedroom : 1 King size Bedroom with Private Bath, 1 King size Bedroom and 1 Full size Bedroom share a Bathroom, additional 1/2 bath is off the laundry room, 2 1/2 Bathrooms total.
Fully Furnished Kitchen stocked with handmade pottery made by owner.
Craftsman style furnishings featuring Taos influenced artwork and folk art.
Laundry
No television.
Please no pets or fires.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
No children under age 6
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number Short Term Rental Permit # STR2019-00141

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Taos

Located in Taos, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. Kit Carson Park and Carson National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Twirl Toystore and Playspace and Kakawa Chocolate House. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Taos, NM

What's nearby

  • Kit Carson Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Taos Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Taos Historic Museums - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Taos Mountain Casino - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Taos Pueblo - 6 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Michael's Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Smith's Fuel Center - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tomorrow and Tomorrow - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful & Roomy - Very close walk (5 Blk) to Historic Plaza dining & shopping pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Peaceful & Roomy - Very close walk (5 Blk) to Historic Plaza dining & shopping?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful & Roomy - Very close walk (5 Blk) to Historic Plaza dining & shopping located?

Located in the heart of Taos, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Kit Carson Home and Museum, D.H. Lawrence Ranch and Kit Carson Park. Taos Center for the Arts and Historic Ledoux Street are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 86 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diana L.

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

Second time stay

owners are lovely and very helpful. the property is wonderful and gorgeous.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

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

Totally relaxing time in Taos

This is a beautiful home, walking distance to the town center, and you cannot help but be relaxed in the setting. An overall great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

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

Beautiful house and location

The property was clean, spacious and comfortable. We loved the radiant heat from the floors. It was close to the middle of town and and a small park with views of the mountains.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clay B.

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

Great stay

The house is located close enough to the plaza that you can walk to the action, but is on a big lot and set back - it’s nice and quiet. You can watch the sunrise from the back patio - beautiful! We had a wonderful stay. The six of us had plenty of room. The living and dining areas encourage conversation. We’d love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle B.

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

The Taos experience

Great location!Very interesting home, kind of a cabinet of classy curiosities. Well stocked, plenty of room inside and out, and very pleasant. We were able to recharge our mind and body while enjoying great local cuisine. Don’t miss the Taos Pueblo. It blew my mind.No TV, Yay!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annalise S.

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

Amazing Trip

This place was absolutely amazing. The photos do not do it justice. My friends and I stayed here for 3 days and had an awesome time. It is so close to town and felt super safe. The hosts were so accommodating and we could not be more grateful for our time spent in this beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

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

Special Property

This is the type of property you think of when dreaming of a special vacation in Northern New Mexico.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

beautiful property

We had a small family reunion at this property for 5 days and nights. It was a beautiful property, adorned with local art and artifacts. We especially loved the Jim Wagner touches. We had a very minor issue with the plumbing and the owner had it fixed it extremely promptly. We couldn't be happier with this property and would recommend it. Close to the square and with a fabulous view. 10 stars!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn B.

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

Perfect Taos get away.

Two of my girlfriends and I escaped to Taos for a 3 day, 2 night getaway. This house was absolutely perfect for us. It was close to the plaza and a very short drive to a fantastic hike on the Divisedero Loop. The house is clean and beautiful with many historic and interesting decorative pieces. The beds were all very comfortable and the place is very quiet yet not far from the center of Taos. We also enjoyed a day of skiing at the Taos Ski resort and on our last day we drove to Ojo Caliente for a day of relaxing in the hot springs and pools. Great girls getaway in a perfect Taos home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very happy with the beautiful home’s accommodations. Like the close in, yet large property with quiet & privacy and feeling of abundance. Interesting artwork, ethnic collections and artifacts. Cozy yet light / bright and spacious vintage home, updated in all the best ways. Really enjoyed our stay here! Hosts are communicative and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home. We were touring, so we didn’t have much time to sit, but the available seating in the living room was a bit awkward for a conversation. Otherwise, a big thumbs up for this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, unique and interesting decor. Well equipped kitchen. Very quiet neighborhood. Easily walk to the downtown area and Kit Carson park.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love to travel and enjoy VRBO locations and this home is the very best I have experienced. This place woos you from the moment you open the front door. Everything you need for comfort and practicality is there and easy to operate. Kitchen, bathrooms, towels and bedding were all clean and smelled neutral but crisp. I am so sensitive to smells and I had zero reactions in this home. Also the air quality in the home is so fresh, no mold or moldy smells. They also have a water purifier for drinking water and it was so tasty. The yard and garden is so cared for. This place is loved. I can’t say enough about this home. Absolutely my favorite stay of all times.
Roses in the front garden.
Front of home Sept 2025
Rocking chairs.
Sitting area off of dining room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house felt like a genuine Taos experience. It was truly lovely and enjoyable. The Hosts were extremely helpful and we hope to stay in their home again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

a c.

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

Nice property close to downtown Taos

Great property located close to Kit Carson Park and downtown Taos. Easy walk to galleries and restaurants. We welcomed the comfortable rooms with air conditioning. Clean spaces with interesting decor. The porches were nice to sit on outside in the cool evenings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi L.

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

Beautiful home, great location

We got exactly what was described. This is a beautiful home conveniently located within blocks of the plaza. Just a short walk to our favorites...La Cueva, Michaels, all the shops and galleries. You might think there would be noise....only that of the magpies, ravens, and the prairie dogs. The back porch is great, the front gardens beautiful. Just go ahead and book it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nan G.

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

Like being in a museum

There are so many lovely pieces of pottery, art, and furniture in this house! We loved looking around and seeing yet another gem. The landscaping outdoors is lovely as well—the iris were in bloom when we were there.The property is a bit of a walk to town—with some seniors in our group, we drove. We also learned there are no Ubers or taxis in Taos, so plan to get yourself to/from anywhere you want to go. The beds were comfortable. Plenty of towels in the bathrooms and the kitchen was well stocked, including coffee and sugar. We only stayed 2 nights; I could easily see staying for a week.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn R.

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

Amazing home and location!

This home is absolutely amazing! Everything in and around the house has been done intentionally and beautifully! My family and I enjoyed our time here and would recommend it without hesitation! We look forward to spending another vacay here! The house is even better than we expected! We really enjoyed the prairie dog family!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Analisa M.

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

Perfect Taos getaway

The house is stunning, appointed in the traditional SW style. It’s very comfortable with tons of windows and lots of room to lounge yet the bedrooms are nice and private. An easy walk through the park to downtown and a 30 minute drive to Taos Valkey ski area. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael U.

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

Great place to stay!

Beautiful home, peaceful atmosphere, close location to walk into town.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

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

Beautiful house in a lovely quiet setting

This beautiful house is set off the road and has views of mountains.The interior is furnished with authentic New Mexico style furniture. The kitchen and dining area are large, well equipped and can accommodate family style dining. We found the heated floor a nice extra in the winter.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Z.

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

Great House and Location!

We loved everything about this house. So close to downtown Taos, yet a large outdoor space with beautiful views. Home was well-appointed, clean and comfortable.We enjoyed every moment.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

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

The Perfect Retreat!

An absolutely stunning home filled with natural light, showcasing beautiful artwork from around the world that added a unique and cultural charm. The spacious layout and large sunny areas created a warm, restful, and inviting atmosphere. Walking distance to galleries, shops, and wonderful restaurants. Stunning views of the mountains. James and Monica, our hosts, were accessible and graciously provided us with tips on restaurants, shopping, and local sights. A perfect retreat for relaxation and inspiration!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

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

Fabulous Spot in Taos

This is a very lovely house located in town but very private and wonderful views of the mountains in the distance. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

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

Lovely property, perfect location

Everyone who visited during our 2-week stay loved the house and said it feels like being in the country though it's right in town. The main drag (Paseo del Norte/Sud) is a short walk away through Kit Carson Park. Days were warm in July but nights were cool and we didn't even use the A/C. The house is well-designed with bedrooms (great beds!) in a separate wing from the living/kitchen area and lots of comfortable seating for reading and watching the ever-changing sky -- not to mention the prairie dogs. Responsive owners. A great VRBO find.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by James and Monica Smits

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James & Monica Smits are the owners of Aspen Traders in Leadville, CO. Both of us grew up in Colorado and have fond memories of coming to Taos as children. We are inspired by the foods, fashion, arts & culture of Northern New Mexico. James has been a potter for over 40 years and continues to work gradually, focusing primarily on stoneware functional ware. Much of the work in the Taos hacienda kitchen is made by James. Monica puts her creative energy into designing our stores and living spaces. Color and light are her inspiration.

Why they chose this property

This house sits on a large lot near undeveloped Taos Pueblo lands so it is generally very quiet (unless there is a concert in Kit Carson Park, which is fun in a different way). You are close enough to walk to the Adobe Bar at the Taos Inn for their famous Margaritas and Free Live Music every night of the year (take a small flashlight, the lane can be dark). This property is only a block away from Mable Dodge Luhan house (Dennis Hopper's Mud Palace) where you might enjoy getting brunch (reservations required). My favorite aspect of the house is watching birds, bunnies and prairie dogs while the clouds float over the mountains all around.

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