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The tree house on the Rio Hondo Valley Alpacas- no cleaning fee

The tree house on the Rio Hondo Valley Alpacas- no cleaning fee

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Tree House in Summer
Living Area
Dining and Kitchen Area
Bedroom
Gardens and Sculpture

Overview of The tree house on the Rio Hondo Valley Alpacas- no cleaning fee

5 out of 5 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Valdez, NM
  • Popular LocationTaos Ski Valley14 min drive
  • Popular LocationTaos Plaza17 min drive
  • Popular LocationTaos Pueblo17 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The tree house on the Rio Hondo Valley Alpacas- no cleaning fee

Take yourself back in time when life was much simpler. Come and stay at a real working farm. The Tree House is located on a 13.5 acre private estate in the Beautiful Valdez Valley just 6 miles north of Taos.

The Tree House is a fairy-tale cottage, hand built by the owner, who is a Taos artist and metal sculptor and furnished with handmade furniture and antiques. There is peace and quite except for the rustling of the giant 200 year old cottonwoods and the rushing of the Rio Hondo River as it makes its' way to the Rio Grande. The Tree House has a balcony that over looks a 100 ft. pond with Mallard Ducks.

A short walking distance on the other side of the property is the working part of the farm, consisting of Alpacas, Ducks, Chickens and of course the gentle Great Pyrenees dogs that watch over all. You are welcome to feed the Alpacas, learn about their history and in early summer you might even see a cria (baby Alpaca) or you can walk to he top of the hill and watch the chickens.

There is lots of wildlife in the Valley and you might occasionally see a Bear, coyote, Deer, Fox or even an Elk on the property.

We are located half way between Taos and Taos Ski Valley. About a 10 min drive in either direction.

Come stay with us and enjoy tranquility in the Land of Enchantment.

To rent this property please contact us by e-mail as there is usually not anyone available to answer the phone.
Contact us for availability.




Keywords: Tree House, Private Estate, Working Farm, Alpaca Farm, Vacation Rental, Guest House, Alpaca Farm Store

Property manager

Jun Greathouse
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Valdez

Located in Valdez, this vacation home is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carson National Forest and Wheeler Peak Wilderness Area, while Rottenstone Pottery and KTAOS Solar Center are cultural highlights. Kakawa Chocolate House and Twirl Toystore and Playspace are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Taos Ski Valley - 14 min drive
  • Kit Carson Park - 16 min drive
  • Taos Plaza - 17 min drive
  • Taos Pueblo - 17 min drive
  • Earthships - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Aceq - 5 min drive
  • Toribios - 11 min drive
  • Sabroso - 6 min drive
  • KTAOS Solar Center - 10 min drive
  • Taos Cow - 5 min drive

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Brooke P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary Trip
We had the very best time at the treehouse. It was exactly what we hoped it would be and the snow was icing on the cake for our anniversary getaway. The location was perfect for a mini ski trip and a quick run to town. Mr. Jim was so kind and swept off the stairs to ensure we would be safe walking in the snow. They made sure to make our stay as wonderful as possible. We hope to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

5/5 Excellent

Ben O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Vacation
A beautiful and peaceful environment, great location, wonderful hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

5/5 Excellent

Kaitlin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy ski trip cottage
Jim and Jun's little tree house is the perfect homebase for a Red River/Taos Valley ski trip. The tree house had everything we needed for our stay, including dishes, pans, a mini fridge, towels, linens, hot water, and dish TV. The property was quiet, private, full of nature, and conveniently located for trips into Taos, Red River, and Arroyo Seco. I would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

5/5 Excellent

Jenn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable treehouse getaway
We LOVED our stay!!!! The treehouse was adorable!!! We also loved exploring the beautiful surrounding area!!! We would love to return!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

5/5 Excellent

Kathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Treehouse
We enjoyed our stay at the treehouse and loved the property. Great place for a couple and had everything we needed for our three night stay. Easy access to the ski area and Taos. Don’t forget to enjoy the night sky!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jun Greathouse

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Jim and Jun Greathouse moved from Southwest Kansas for the health benefits of the northern New Mexico climate. Both Jim and Jun are art lovers and this also gave Jim an opportunity to cultivate is art career. Jun also has an alternative medical practice specializing in homeopathy and nutrition.

Why they chose this property

We purchased this property because of the beauty of Valdez Valley and the mountains. The closeness to the town of Taos and also to Taos Ski Valley.

What makes this property unique

It is wonderful to sit on the Tree House balcony looking out over the 100 ft. pond watching the ducks and listening to the sound of the river as it makes its' way to the Rio Grande.

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