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Cozy Mountain Retreat w/Chef's Kitchen

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View out the front door.
Dining
Main living and dining area with breakfast bar, queen sleeper sofa, and 42" TV
Leather swivels and cushioned bench overlookiing mountain view and birdfeeders
Master bedroom with large porch with mountain and valley/sunset views.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Valdez, NM
  • Taos Ski Valley
  • Taos Plaza
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Kit Carson Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Upstairs: Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs: Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Downstairs: Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony

About this property

Cozy Mountain Retreat w/Chef's Kitchen

Cozy, tranquil adobe condo (Taos Home Occupation Permit number of HO-20-2022), nestled in the Sangre de Christo mountains with scenic views of the peaceful Valdez Valley. Enjoy artsy Arroyo Seco village (3 min), Taos Ski Valley (10 min), Taos (18 min), and Black Rock Hot Springs (15 min). Hiking, skiing, shopping, and rafting just min. away! Upstairs: 2 queen BRs each with en suite full baths and electric fireplaces, and balcony deck to watch amazing sunsets. Downstairs: Chef's kitchen, living room with record collection, queen sleeper sofa, full bathroom, and open area for kids to play, enjoy the outdoors, and to grill.

Note: If you're coming during the winter, it's best to have a 4WD vehicle, especially if you're headed up to the ski valley.

Property manager

Meredith and David Ansel
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
No shoes in the house!
Quiet time after 10pm

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number HO-20-22

About the area

Arroyo Seco

Located in Arroyo Seco, this condo is in the mountains. John Dunn Bridge and San Francisco de Asís Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Taos Ski Valley and Al's Run Ski Lift. Kakawa Chocolate House and Twirl Toystore and Playspace are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Valdez, NM

What's nearby

  • Earthships - 22 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Taos Plaza - 23 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Kit Carson Park - 23 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Taos Pueblo - 25 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Rio Grande Gorge Bridge - 27 min drive - 28.2 km

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KTAOS Solar Center - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sabroso - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Medley - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Toribios - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Aceq - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Mountain Retreat w/Chef's Kitchen pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Mountain Retreat w/Chef's Kitchen?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Mountain Retreat w/Chef's Kitchen?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Mountain Retreat w/Chef's Kitchen located?

Situated in the mountains, this condo building is steps from Carson National Forest and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Rottenstone Pottery. Manzanita Canyon Trailhead and KTAOS Solar Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great vibe, wonderful location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Awesome Stay

Great time at this property. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Well Appointed

Really neat location tucked on a hillside above Valdez. The unit has been updated with quality furnishings and is a great place to relax with easy access to skiing and town.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

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

Perfect get away

Beautiful, fully furnished condo. Comfortable with awesome surroundings and just the right distance from Taos and neighboring ski and hiking areas.Would defintely return to enjoy the area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn P.

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

Great location

Very convenient for our ski trip to Taos. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Igor D.

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

Charming Retreat

We'd like to thank our hosts for the wonderful days we spent with our family. The tranquil environment and cozy, functional accommodations provided us with an unforgettable experience! We'd also like to commend the excellent facilities and the delightful music from the wonderful record collection.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

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

Great stay

Great location and private en suite rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Nice Place.

Had a good time in a good property
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER H.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

Great condo for our weekend stay. We enjoyed the location and overall convenience of the condo. Checked out the gorge bridge and road the ski lift - enjoyed both immensely!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Great stay

Loved the property, great access to ski, really well setup and decorated, and love the stereo and albums.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great house and location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

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

Nice unit and close to taos

Clean, cozy, quiet. a nice place to stay and hosts were very responsive
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc H.

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

Wonderful Condo

The condo was very nice. The kitchen was as described and we'll appointed. The living room area was very relaxing and you can sit outside or on the deck upstairs and enjoy the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Loved it!

Had a great stay in the general Taos area. We particularly liked the kitchen and all of its amenities. Beds were comfy, wifi worked great, and our teen was happy (haha)! The location was beautiful and perfect for our needs. We hope to return later this year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Teri P.

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

Cozy mountain retreat

Excellent location with everything one needs for a stay. Split level design was a bit of a challenge for one of our party. The upper balcony was great for watching the sunset. We had deer visit in the evening. Spent the mornings downstairs outside or inside by the windows watching the sunrise and the birds.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Janice K.

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

Great stay!

Staying at the Magpie was once again a lovely experience. The fireplace downstairs added such a great ambiance. We will return again when we visit Taos.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justine S.

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

Excellent

Great location with peaceful outside space and so close to the resort. David and Meredith were very helpful too!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J., Dripping Springs

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

Well Stocked and Homey

Loved our stay here. We came to ski so the location between Taos proper and the ski resort was optimal. You can tell the owners spend time here as it is well stocked and homey. If you like to cook, they have you covered! Communication was great and everything in the unit was well marked.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay!

The condo was perfect for our stay to go skiing at Taos. The condo was clean, comfortable and had what we needed. David updated us as needed which was appreciated. Next time we plan to visit this beautiful place, we will look to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne B., Colorado

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

Great Spot! Helpful hosts!

We had a wonderful time at this spot. The place was beautiful, the beds were comfty, and the kitchen was stocked with really nice cooking utensils. The hosts were lovely, and even ordered a pack and play and made sure there was a noise maker when we said we were bringing an infant. We will certainly be back, and may even try to book again this winter!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

don s.

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

Absolutely fantastic

Property as described. Completeness and the amenities are just like your at your own house. Drive to TSV 15 minutes. Kitchen is fully equipped with everything one might need. TV’s in each room and everybody gets their own bathroom, doesn’t get much better. Definitely stay here again next Taos trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Cozy getaway

This condo is off the beaten path. It’s quiet and a lovely place to stay. It’s is set up so well for a getaway weekend. It’s thoughtfully furnished and decorated. The beds are comfortable. If you want a fluffy pillow you might bring one. The kitchen had everything I wanted to use when cooking. There are quite a few items that have been left in the pantry such as spices and some basic supplies. It was nice to have them there. We would certainly stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

Great location for Taos Ski Valley

The location was perfect for access to Taos Ski Valley. It is just at the base of the valley - quick access to the ski village. There are 3 bathrooms - 2 upstairs connected to the bedrooms and one downstairs in the living area. This was perfect for myself and 2 brothers who were there for 3 days skiing. About the only issue was the muddy entry from the parking lot - they need to put in some gravel or a couple of paver stones down as the only way into the unit was via muddy puddles in front parking area. But that is a small issue overall. I recommend and would definitely stay there again based on our visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet C., Denver, CO

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

Comfortable for friends' getaway weekend

This was a good find for three friends who enjoy their time together but also need their personal space. We each had our own bathroom and place to sleep, albeit one on the pullout couch. Well-appointed kitchen and nice living space for gathering. Enjoyed a couple of the albums available as background music for our chats. Host was a good communicator. The dog mentioned in the description was active outdoors in the wee hours, so if you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs just in case that's normal for him. He's a sweet dog, just FYI re: the nocturnal barking since we'd have liked to know that ...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherry W.

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

Felt like home

This condo is so well situated and outfitted as well as my own home! Quality selection of cutlery and cookware AND a nice selection of seasoning and random sauces that were appreciated (again it was another way this house felt welcoming) One of the members of our group was under the weather with altitude and was able to enjoy the living room and it’s pop up desktop of the coffee table. The floors between rooms may creak a bit but the rooms had a nice separation and voices could not be heard between. There wasn’t any firewood, so kind of bummed. Maybe bring your own just in case. Yup… we’d be happy to return
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Meredith and David Ansel

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Meredith, David, and Mia live in Austin, TX but enjoy our time in Taos whenever we can. We hope you enjoy your stay in our home!

Why they chose this property

The Magpie's Nest is a cozy mountain retreat with shopping, skiing, hiking, and sight seeing all just minutes away in Arroyo Seco, Taos, and Questa. Enjoy one of the most scenic drives in NM, the Enchanted Circle-90 miles through Red River, Eagle's Nest, and Angel Fire. Adventures are endless!

What makes this property unique

Our property is tucked away into the side of the mountain with a gorgeous view, away from all the hustle and bustle, yet minutes away from world-class skiing, hiking, and artsy Arroyo Seco. Our condo is cozy with a fully - functioning kitchen and a decent record collection!

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