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Blue Bird Farm Taos - Hotub/AC - Long/Short term

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, a chair, a desk, a patterned rug, and a wardrobe.
A wooden staircase leading to a dining area with a table and chairs.
An outdoor patio with a grill, stone flooring, and a table with chairs.
A pathway leading to a wooden gate surrounded by dense foliage.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a view through large windows.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Soak and unwind

    Relax in the top-rated spa pool, celebrated for ultimate comfort.
  • Arcade/game room

    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Spa pool on site
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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El Prado, NM
  • Place, La Hacienda del los Martinez
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, KTAOS Solar Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Taos Plaza
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Common Spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Blue Bird Farm Taos - Hotub/AC - Long/Short term

This is Bluebird Herb Farm. A well-loved home for our 4 children, it is spacious stylish & easy to live in. Two living rooms - 1 on each floor make this an ideal home for 2 families. Large sized TVs on each floor; 2 bedrms + 2 baths down and 3 bedrms + 1 bath upstairs; a carved staircase and with a painterly tile landing, we have have lots of outdoor space - large decks w/ spectacular views of Taos Mtn, a secluded patio w/ hot tub and grill - 5 miles west of Taos Plaza - w/ ample parking.

Large spacious - 2 living rooms - courtyards- decks - hot tub - privacy - views. Our home started as a small 2 bedroom 2 bath adobe and has now grown to a 2 storey farm house with 5 bedrooms and 3 baths, patios, decks and 2 living rooms. With lots of glass, we built several places to enjoy the views - decks upstairs and down - patios back and front. A unique and steep stair case made from salvaged juniper/cedar trunk takes you upstairs--not for the elderly or mobility challenged. With central AC upstairs to keep you cool during our hottest months of June+July.

The entire house is yours - a secluded patio off the dining room; another off the master bedroom with a hot tub; a deck off the second floor; a field to play games or burn off energy; private parking.

I can offer you suggestions on eating out - the runs to take at Taos Ski Valley - trails to hike - art to look at - things to do - history of Taos and northern NM - a guide to hot springs and artist studios.

The Colonias Valley lies 3 miles to the west of Taos town on the other side of Blueberry Hill road; it is a mixture of single family homes, some agricultural land and trailer homes. Like so much of Taos this is not a subdivision and it is not manicured - rather it is a mix of modest homes, trailers, and open land. Some of Mike Reynolds very first earth-ships were built next door and just up Verdolaga road are several pit houses and even a meditation pyramid and several dome houses. In the summer you will spot our neighbour riding her tractor tending to her barley or winter wheat planted fields. The blinking light and all the restaturants on the northside are a 10 min drive up Blueberry Hill Road; the nearest grocery stores - Cid`s Market, Taos Market, Smith`s and Albertson`s.

We enjoy eating out - Love Apple, El Meze, Taos Diner and Gutiz on the north side; Common Fire, Medley and Pizanos on the Ski Valley Road, Aceq, Taos Cow and Abe`s Cantina in Arroyo Seco; Lambert`s, La Cueva, Jalapeno`s, Donabe Asian, The Tap Room, Byzantium and Taos Diner near the Plaza; Five Star Burger, the Guadalajara Grill, the Ranchos Grill, El Taoseno, Old Martina`s on the southside, Orlando`s, Gutiz and The Love Apple on the road north - wow what a selection of places to eat!

Like in much of the west, you must have a car to get to our house and to get anywhere else in Taos. We are on a paved road that is ploughed quickly after a snowstorm.

As the weather warms up we will continue to landscape the exterior.
We have been renting to short term guests for 13 years; please treat our home with respect and grace.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 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

We have been renting to short term guests for 13 years; please treat our home with respect and grace.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 747488vb
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

El Prado

Located in El Prado, this holiday home is in the mountains. La Hacienda del los Martinez and Blumenschein Home and Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kit Carson Park and Carson National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider Taos Plaza Theater and Arts Center and Twirl Toystore and Playspace. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding and other activities like birdwatching.
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El Prado, NM

What's nearby

  • La Hacienda del los Martinez - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • KTAOS Solar Center - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • San Francisco de Asis Mission Church - 8 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Taos Historic Museums - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Taos Plaza - 10 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smith's Fuel Center - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Elevation Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mantes Chow Cart - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Bird Farm Taos - Hotub/AC - Long/Short term pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Blue Bird Farm Taos - Hotub/AC - Long/Short term?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Blue Bird Farm Taos - Hotub/AC - Long/Short term?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Bird Farm Taos - Hotub/AC - Long/Short term?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Blue Bird Farm Taos - Hotub/AC - Long/Short term located?

This family-friendly El Prado holiday home is located in the mountains, 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from La Hacienda del los Martinez, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Taos Plaza Theater and Arts Center and Twirl Toystore and Playspace. Taos Center for the Arts and Kakawa Chocolate House are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a gorgeous place to stay! The property had all that was promised in the listing, and was a great home base for our group trip. Sanjay was communicative and pleasant, and his assistant Bettina was present for our arrival to give a short tour - they even had some fresh fruit ready for us. I would certainly stay here again! Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 April 2026
Thanks Max for your kind words. I hope we may host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay

Beautiful property
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time in Taos

Very nice house in Taos. Located very close to Taos and the mountains, it was just perfect for my family and brother family as we attended a wedding. Would come back anytime!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay - we looked forward to returning at the end of every day for a relaxing evening. Our hosts were very quick to respond and provided some wonderful local recommendations. The house is also conveniently located while also feeling secluded. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful vacation home!

This home was perfectly located for our needs. Clean and comfortable, and large enough for our group of 9. We had a great time, and will certainly stay again if we visit the Taos area in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for skiers and snowboarders

The house was perfect for our trip. Very clean, loved the decor! The location is about 30 minutes from all the ski resorts so you have options. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

This was a great property. It was well-stocked and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation place

We loved the house. Location is perfect. That house was clean and very cozy. The view is amazing! Short drive to the ski valley.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 March 2023
Thanks Iryna for being kind and considerate guests. We hope to see you see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bluebird

It was great would recommend this place to anyone. Very quiet and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

Great house, great communication. We would for sure rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friends Ski Trip

The house was just want we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Comfortable And peaceful, warm and welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Daughters wedding

We were in town for our daughters wedding and this house enabled our family to all stay together. Beautiful area and beautiful house. Our host was very responsive and accommodating. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Taos friends

The home was beautiful! Gorgeous views, fully equipped, beautifully decorated. We enjoyed the outdoor seating, hot tub, and sitting around the fire under the stars. The location was prefect, close to town but quiet and peaceful! Highly recommended!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

We came to town with our family and some friends for a long ski weekend. The house was very clean, well-stocked and the kids loved the hot tub. Sanjay was great to communicate with and Bettina was who met us at the property on arrival to give us a lay of the land. We had a great weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

The address is 14416 Delaware St, Westminster, CO 80023, (720) 977-0087 and the restaurant is west o

We had a great time, the house was wonderful, however it would have been nice to have instruction books for the appliances.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a delightful home! Our family stayed for 5 nights while taking care of my late Father’s belongings. Sanjay, and his business associate Bettina, could not have made us feel more welcomed or cared for. From having the lights on for our late arrival, to snacks, to referrals for local resources, and overall above and beyond kindness — we are so grateful to them, and that we stayed in such a beautiful home!(One thing to note: when it says the stairs are steep, no joke, they are — we were fine, but I wouldn’t put anyone totter-y upstairs!). Thank you so much for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place for families with children!!

Everything about this house was perfect for our family! We have 3 children born in 2020 and this house provided a space for all of them. There were 2 pack-and-plays, 2 booster seats, a high chair, a huge tub with a window in which they all bathed together, a great backyard for them to play and a central staircase that they could run their circuits around, as they do 😉 And for the hard-boarding adults, the hot tub was truly welcome! Thank you Sanjay and Bettina!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blue Bird Farm is a wonderful spacious house with lots of coziness and conveniences. Sanjay filled his house with an eclectic mix of comfortable furniture, natural fiber textiles and thoughtful details to make your stay memorable. Kitchen was fully equipped for any kind of cooking you could think of, lots of small appliances and gadgets plus two full size fridge/freezer combos. The hot tub was hot and clean, perfect for starry night soaks. Wi-Fi, Roku, TV and Bose speakers all worked well. Master suite plus 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, kitchen, dining and living room on main level. 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and a cozy sitting room upstairs. Absolutely only note is the stairs to the upstairs are steep so if bringing anyone with balance issues plan for them to stay on main level of house. Quiet location close to Taos and a short drive to the ski valley. Perfect location. Loved our stay and are planning to return for another stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location, roomy house

The location was wonderful for activities in Taos and surrounding area. The hosts were lovely and greeted us with local salsa and other snacks. The house was spacious with room to spread out that was welcome. Plenty of outdoor space as well. The steps leading to upstairs bedroom would be a challenge for some to navigate (narrow and steep) so just a heads up on that but easily managed. The upstairs deck was a nice bonus for stargazing. The hot tub felt like a drawback showing age and wear. We ended up not using it. Overall, a great place with wonderful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Getaway

Sanjay's house was absolutely gorgeous. His house manager Bettina was so sweet and easy to communicate if we needed anything or had questions! We got there earlier than anticipated and there was no issue getting into the property - Bettina soon met us with fresh fruit, a local magazine and flowers! The rooms and beds slept us all very comfortably. The kitchen had everything we needed. It's a quick and very easy drive up to the mountain (30 minutes). The only negative we had was the hot tub wasn't working properly and we couldn't get it to heat up hot enough to get in. BUT the scenery and the home itself were absolutely perfect ~ we will be back! Thanks Sanjay & Bettina so much ~ you made our stay lovely & memorable!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

September 2022

The house is well-appointed with a cool, funky layout and incredible views of the Sangre de Christo Mountains and the Taos Plateau. My friends and I very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Taos Ski Trip

Our stay went well. After we booked, it was difficult to get quick communication from the homeowner, but during our stay it was constant; which was great. The house was nice and just like the photos. It was about a 30 minute drive from the ski resort, but there is plenty to do in town. As for the stay as a whole, we all had a great time. The hot tub was a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Taos country living

This house was great, very spacious. A nice country home located close to all sorts of fun stuff. Lots of room on the ground floor and a large living area upstairs with three bedrooms. The stairs are challenging, almost like climbing a ladder. Host and manager were very quick to respond to our questions. Overall a very nice experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Sanjay Poovadan

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In these parochial times it is worth saying - I immigrated to these United States 40+ years ago; I first came to this strange land of Northern New Mexico to go to college and then fell in love with it. It is a place so unlike anywhere else and it is also so un-American . I left NM for 15 yrs to to do the life of the big city but always felt the pull to return and I have made Taos home since 2002.

We have been hosts since 2004 - long before the arrival of the anonymous rental and so we can claim to be experts - our guide in this -- as in so much of life - is the principle of do unto others as u would have done to oneself. With that in mind, our homes are warm, welcoming, artfully assembled, and comfortable. Welcome to Taos!


Things I love--Taos Ski Valley is one of the great ski mountains of North America and I feel very lucky to be skiing it and learning it and loving it every winter. And then there is mountain biking and hiking and the art and complex and rich culture of northern NM that I love.

Why they chose this property

This was our home for our 4 children. It started out as life a 2 bed 1 bath FHA adobe in the early 80's and was expanded to become a 5 bed, 3 bath, 2 story farmhouse with 2 living rooms and mutiple patios. When Marah bought it in 1998 it was the Blue Bird Herb Farm but it was still a 2 bedroom home. She designed and built the second floor addition to make room for the growing family. The 3 boys, the pool table and the mess went upstairs. In 2005 we renovated again, adding decks, patios, new doors and landscaping....and just added AC upstairs. If you your group cannot handle steep stairs, please stay elsewhere - there are so many choices around the valley.

What makes this property unique

Spacious public spaces with large bedrooms all with views. Two living rooms, one on the main floor and one upstairs means you can have one group playing games and another watching television without crossing wires. True adobe brick walls - mean quiet and cool inside.

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