Taos NM guest house with views of the Taos river gorge
Guesthouse • Ranchos de Taos NM United States
2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Secondary home
Exchange types accepted
Simultaneous
Non-Simultaneous
Non-Reciprocal
Hospitality
Statistics
Listed June 2023
Views 2521
General Overview
Our guest house is private and comfortable with views that span over 100 miles across the northern New Mexico valley
Taos is an artists haven for photographers, artists, cooking, skiing, hiking, fishing
The guest house is a separate house with a kitchen, bathroom and a one large room sleeping area with a wood stove
There are two decks, the first one deck which spans the front of the guest house on the second floor offers spectacular views of the area and Rio Grande River gorge
The second one just outside the front door and kitchen has a built in seating area and grill
The Space
Studio with queen bed and modern couch that folds down to a double bed
Radiant (heated) floors in the winter months makes it so cozy on chilly days and nights
Living room and kitchen are equipped (living room with a wood burning stove, ceiling fan for comfort, wood floors, closet space)
Private bathroom with step in shower and window making it feel like you are in a tree house
Kitchen has full size stove and range and equipped to cook, gas grill on deck and the deck is wonderful place to watch the sunset
We have included a coffee maker, French press, slow cooker and toaster oven and outdoor grill
One of the best things about sleeping here is as you lay your head down to rest and you look out the window you can see the Big Dipper, shooting stars and the Milky Way on a clear night
The place is really quiet and many bird watchers enjoy the birds migrating through Northern New Mexico with plentiful hummingbirds
NO PETS and NO smoking
Guest Access
Outside flight of stairs to access the guest house which is on one floor once you get inside
Driveway has room for a vehicle
Notes
Taos is home of the Pueblo Native Americans and the Pueblo is available to guests for tours and educational options (this Pueblo has been continuously occupied by the Taos Pueblo people here in Taos for over 1000 years)
A few excellent museums focusing on Native American art and jewelry are worth exploring
Taos is a two hour drive from Albuquerque NM (ABQ airport), an hour drive. Roth from Santa Fe and Taos does offer seasonal flights on jSX airline in summer and winter (limited to LA, San Diego, Dallas and Austin), arriving on JSX is about a 20 minute drive
It is advisable to have a car to explore the area
Features
Fridge
WiFi
Bed sheets
Oven
Towels
Washer
TV
Heating
Hair dryer
Microwave
Iron
Dishwasher
Smoke alarms
Workspace
Clothes dryer
Coffee machine
High Speed Internet
Garden / yard
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
BBQ
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Balcony
Fireplace
Toys
Covered porch / verandah
Bikes
Pool
Gym
Wheelchair accessible
Home cinema
Hot tub
Gated community
EV Home Charger
Standup paddleboard
Camping gear
Kayak
Sauna
Tennis court
Meat-free kitchen
Kosher home
Piano
Travel Styles
Long term
Weekend
Adventure
Budget
Romantic
Sport and leisure
Foodie
Relaxing
Eco
Village
Mountains
Remote
Skiing
Hiking
Cycling
Last minute
Golf
Cross-country skiing
House Rules
Unsuitable for infants under 2
Unsuitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Allergens
Cat free
Dog free
Carpet free
Smoke free
Fragrance free
Low allergen
Dates of Availability
Click on availability periods to see exchange types and descriptions.
Available
Neighbourhood
Many wonderful New Mexican restaurants as well as Italian, Thai and Sushi
The Taos ski valley (30 -45 minute drive from the house) offers Bavarian style food and beers
Fly fishing guides for hire, rental mountain bikes and ski rentals all available in the area
Cross country trails available in forest as well as groomed trails about 30 minutes drive
Getting to my home
Options for flights: JSX (select cities) and Concord flights direct from Denver
Driving from Santa Fe (one hour)
Driving from Albuquerque (2 hours)
Driving from Denver 5 hours
Flights also available from Santa Fe airport and
Seasonally with JSX airline (limited destinations)
Nearest airport
Albuquerque NM or Santa Fe
JSX flys into Taos from Denver, LA (Burbank), Austin and Dallas
New flights from Denver on Concord airline
Getting Around
10 minute drive to town of Taos where you will find great restaurants many offering unique New Mexican cuisine along with restaurants and bars offering everything from pizza to 5 star meals
A car is recommended and there is plenty of parking to access shops, bars and music venues
For a small town there are many options for live music and performances
New Mexico is incredibly special and has always been one of my favorite states. Sally and Pete's home in Taos offers stunning views of the landscape that will make you want to return year after year. Located in an isolated area, I saw wildlife every day and enjoyed unobstructed views of nature. Despite its seclusion, the home is close enough to town for all the conveniences you need. Day trips to nearby towns are easy, and Santa Fe is a must-visit. The balcony is the perfect place to enjoy meals with sweeping views, and the bed is spacious and very comfortable. Everything about this stay was wonderful, and Sally and Pete are exceptional hosts.
Sally and Pete are one of the hosts I highly look up to. My friend Jihong (PLU#10623 and #13850) and I found ourselves relaxing as soon as we stepped into their guest suite with an expansive view of idyllic, tranquil high dessert landscape in Taos NM. They prepared some basic groceries such as eggs, milk, coffee, fruits for us so that rushing out of the door in the morning to a near by ski resort was a breeze. Pete offered to make a fire in the guest suite in an evening, which turned into an endless conversation over a cup of tea around a warmth of fire. Their home is a product of their love for nature- and being welcomed in their home is such a treat to learn and explore the area. I have already asked if we can come back again. And I am very much looking forward to host them in my NYC apartment.
Sally and Pete are great guests. They have been easy to communicate with . We enjoyed meeting them socially too. They left our place in great order and I can fully recommend them to others .
Sally and Pete are great guests . They are easy to communicate with . We had a lovely time with them socially too. They left our place in great order .. can fully recommend .
Sally and Pete are wonderful exchange partners. Sally was very easy to communicate with, was very kind and, as we all hope for, left our suite just as they found it. We really appreciate the care they showed. Don't hesitate to host them and we look forward to someday making it to their home in Taos.
Sally and Pete previously stayed with me at my former apartment in Paris, and they were such wonderful guests that I was happy to welcome them again—this time in Nice for a hospitality stay. Just like before, they were excellent guests: thoughtful, respectful, and a true pleasure to host.
Sally and Pete are some of my PLU favorite exchange partners. They showed me how incredible a host can be when I visited their beautiful home in Taos. Now Her and her niece showed me again how wonderful and caring they are as guests, too. I am already looking forward to the next exchange with them.
I was delighted to welcome Sally and Pete to our Paris home for a week in April 2024. Communication before their arrival was excellent. They proved to be ideal guests, treating our home with care and respect. They cleaned the apartment very well and went above and beyond in helping prepare our home for the next set of guests arriving after their departure, which was greatly appreciated. I would not hesitate to host Sally and Pete again, but hopefully at my home in Nice. My mom and I are looking forward to visiting their home in Taos in a couple of weeks!
We had the most amazing experience. It was like a dream come true. A very big thank you to Sally, who was very easy to know. Very easy to communicate with and assisted in every way possible to ensure our stay was perfect.
Sally’s exchange was perfect. Even the weather was perfect! Sally’s communication was easy, courteous and very, very friendly and helpful. The home stay was everything we dreamed of and more. I would like to thank Sally for making our stay such a wonderful experience.
Feedback for Gillian·Non-Simultaneous exchange·7 nights
Gillian and her husband Rob stayed in our condo in Cabo for a week. I have enjoyed getting to know Gillian over a FaceTime call, messages through WhatsApp and wonderful updates through their stay.
We look forward to visiting their home one day in Australia
I would highly recommend hosting Gillian for home exchanges
I feel like we made a new friend
Feedback for Gillian·Non-Reciprocal exchange·7 nights
From the moment that we arrived in Bath we knew that we were going to love it.
Sue offered to pick us up at the train station, we were delighted by the offer, and drove us through the winding streets above town to their lovely home .
The cottage sits on their property on a very private area of Bath, however it is close enough to to town to walk.
There are so many beautiful walks or bike rides nearby
The cottage was clean, comfortable and easy to feel relaxed right away.
We would love to return to Bath and to stay at the Robin’s Nest cottage again.
The best part of the exchange was meeting Sue and Colin, we felt like friends instantly and would welcome them to exchange anytime.
We look forward to staying in touch.
Feedback for Sue and Colin·Non-Reciprocal exchange·1 night
From the moment that we arrived in Bath we knew that we were going to love it.
Sue offered to pick us up at the train station, we were delighted by the offer, and drove us through the winding streets above town to their lovely home .
The cottage sits on their property on a very private area of Bath, however it is close enough to to town to walk.
There are so many beautiful walks or bike rides nearby
The cottage was clean, comfortable and easy to feel relaxed right away.
We would love to return to Bath and to stay at the Robin’s Nest cottage again.
The best part of the exchange was meeting Sue and Colin, we felt like friends instantly and would welcome them to exchange anytime.
We look forward to staying in touch.
Stunning, beautiful, and more than we could have wished for
Lauren and Michael’s home on St Thomas was a pleasure in every way, starting with the views and the easy way to relax on the deck after a day at the beach and exploring the island.
We were lucky to be able to meet Michael on our last day and enjoyed our conversation about traveling and our great experiences with PLU
We look forward to hosting Lauren and Michael at our home in Taos. (Or Boulder, listing coming soon) and appreciate their generosity very much
Thanks for sharing Blue Mare with us
What a treat!
Unfortunately Lauren and Michael had to cancel their visit to Taos so we hope that when their travels take them back to the Land of Enchantment that they will stay with us
Feedback for Anne·Non-Reciprocal exchange·9 nights
We were delighted with the stay at Anne’s apartment in Nice for 8 days
The location is perfect to explore the old town of Nice, convenient to rail lines, parks, shops and many places of interest
The apartment was clean, well equipped with everything that we needed including beach stuff and very quiet
Anne kindly left us welcome beverages, coffee and provisions in the kitchen which was greatly appreciated upon arrival
We would highly recommend Anne as a host
Some of the things that we enjoyed in the area include
- walking along the ocean (during the day and after dinner/evening)
- taking the train to many local beaches and towns including Antibes, VillaFrance sur Mer, up the Var River and from Marseille
- local Fresh restaurants in the area and Lebanese and Turkish cuisine
- we were lucky to catch a drone light show and fireworks display two blocks away
The communication with Anne was great including the helpful videos sent before we arrived
Thanks Anne!
Feedback for Tomoko·Non-Simultaneous exchange·7 nights
Staying in Tomoko’s apartment in Long Island City was comfortable, easy location, great neighborhood and restaurants, wonderfully comfortable and safe
I would recommend staying here while exploring the boroughs and Manhattan
Thanks Tomo for the wonderful exchange
I hope that we can do it again soon
Oh and the doormen at the building were super helpful, friendly and conscientious
Feedback for Anne·Non-Simultaneous exchange·7 nights
Anne and her mother Jacque stayed in our Taos guesthouse for a week in early May We enjoyed meeting them and appreciate their nice feedback about our place and leaving the guesthouse clean and tidy
Feedback for Anne·Non-Simultaneous exchange·7 nights
We stayed in Anne and Mateo’s place in Montmartre for a week in April. It was perfect for us as we explored Montmartre for the first time and enjoyed Paris and the surrounding areas. The neighborhood was a great place to take in the sights Thank you Anne for taking such good care of us The video that you sent to inform us how to find the keys and open the doors were very helpful
Feedback for Tomoko·Non-Simultaneous exchange·4 nights
Tomoko and her friend JiHong stayed with us at our guest house in Taos
We really enjoyed meeting them and they were great guests
We hope they enjoyed staying with us as much as we loved hosting them
Thank you for leaving a lovely gift of a bottle of wine and delicious chocolates
We hope to exchange soon
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Sally
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We love the experience of home exchange and meeting new people, exploring new places and swapping homes with friends
We live in Taos New Mexico and love to travel in the US and around the world
My husband and I have owned our land in Taos NM for 20 years and over time have built a nice home with a private guest suite
Visiting the Taos Valley in Northern New Mexico is a special treat which includes mountains (skiing in winter and great hiking and mountain biking in summer and fall), river rafting and world class fishing in the Rio Grand river and many streams, creatives including artists, cooks, play writes and poets and musicians are drawn to this special place to create and meet other like minded people
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