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La Casita - a writer's cottage

La Casita - a writer's cottage

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Property grounds
Private kitchen

Overview of La Casita - a writer's cottage

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Check out the area

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Arroyo Seco, NM
  • Popular LocationKit Carson Park18 min drive
  • Popular LocationTaos Plaza18 min drive
  • Popular LocationTaos Pueblo19 min drive
  • AirportAngel Fire, NM (AXX)51 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

La Casita - a writer's cottage

Welcome to our guesthouse nestled among 200 year old cottonwood trees overlooking acres of pasture with roaming miniature donkeys, llamas, ostrich emu and our horses!

This is an exquisite setting on a family ranch formerly run with cattle and bison. Our family has been here for over 300 years, farming, ranching and tending the land. This is not your typical setting. Its bucolic, fresh, open and....green!

The casita is a one bedroom, one bath with a balcony to enjoy the valley and mountain views while sipping your tea in the morning. We sit on about 20 acres and a private driveway, but the "jewel of Taos County- Arroyo Seco" is just a 10 minute walk down the road with 2 restaurants, and Taos Cow Ice Cream (voted in the top 10 in the nation!). There is also a grocery store, bar and a local dive to enjoy famous New Mexican chili!

If you prefer to walk in the opposite direction, you can walk up to trails that offer the best of wild and natural in Taos County. Walk along the creek to the craggy cliffs, or up to the waterfalls that veil the caves behind them. Or sit among the cottonwoods and enjoy a spectacular sunset!

Past guests describe our place as:
“Stunning”
“AMAZING”
“Extraordinarily beautiful”
“Hidden gem”
“Perfect, perfect, perfect!”

We are also a WEDDING VENUE! We’ve hosted several weddings in this idyllic setting. Imagine a big white tent among curated gardens, grassy fields, expansive mountain views and surrounded by exotic animals! Past weddings have included a hot air balloon and a horse-drawn carriage. Take a peek:

https://sites.google.com/view/taos-cakes/wedding-venue?authuser=0

Come see for yourself!

We pride ourselves in a pet-free and smoke-free setting. Please note that we have cigarette smoke detectors that are checked after every stay. If there is an indication that there was smoking or pets in the guesthouse we will add a $450 cleaning fee so rest assured you will be in a smoke free setting! Finally, the entrance is up one flight of stairs so if you have trouble with stairs, this might not be your best housing option.

Property manager

David Torres

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Property grounds
La Hacienda - a living museum
Microwave
Kitchen
Living/dining area
10.0 out of 10, (13 reviews)
La Hacienda - a living museum

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: weddings
Wedding venue has additional fees. Please inquire

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
Parties and events (including weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Wedding venue has additional fees. Please inquire
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

About the area

Arroyo Seco

This vacation home is located in Arroyo Seco. Rottenstone Pottery and KTAOS Solar Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include San Francisco de Asís Church and John Dunn Bridge. Kakawa Chocolate House and Twirl Toystore and Playspace are also worth visiting.
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Arroyo Seco, NM

What's nearby

  • Wheeler Peak Wilderness Area - 8 min drive
  • Kit Carson Park - 18 min drive
  • Taos Plaza - 18 min drive
  • Taos Ski Valley - 19 min drive
  • Taos Pueblo - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Aceq - 5 min drive
  • Farmhouse Cafe and Bakery - 15 min drive
  • Toribios - 13 min drive
  • Sabroso - 6 min drive
  • KTAOS Solar Center - 12 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 28 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular views
Great property; spacious accommodation for 2. Local quaint town had great food and shops. David was beyond helpful getting a SuperBowl channel Local dog barking most nights was tough on our sleep .
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Morgan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot
Perfect spot for a quick trip to Taos! We wanted to bring our two young kids to see the mountains and real snow and could not have asked for a more ideal place to stay! Beautiful views from the front yard, the animals and land were a whole added bonus. Quick drive up the mountain, or back into town. The house had everything we needed, and the owners were a quick friendly text away.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
We had a wonderful stay at La Casita! The property is beautiful, and it is so fun to gaze upon the animals. We even made friends with a yak named Caesar. We will stay here again on our next Taos ski vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

kermit e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ski Trip
Nice views! Close to Taos Ski Valley.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Beautiful property, clean and well-appointed. Hosts Kris and David were very welcoming and friendly. Location is near Taos. Great for hiking, sightseeing, and many outdoor activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by David Torres

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