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The Red Earth Palace Retreat

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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Property grounds
Property grounds
Fully equipped kitchen with all amenities provided

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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El Prado, NM
  • Manby Hot Springs
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Rio Grande Gorge Bridge
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Earthship BioTecture
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Guest

Toilet · Shower only

Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Red Earth Palace Retreat

An architectural gem on fifteen private acres of pristine high desert mesa, bordering the Rio Grande Gorge National Park. A living and breathing piece of art nestled amongst junipers trees, piñon and sage brush, offering sweeping views of the surrounding valley and river gorge. Sustainably built yet with all the amenities of a modern home. Property borders the Rio Grande National Monument with miles of hiking trails into and above the Rio Grande Gorge.

100Mbps fiber internet with 5G WiFi throughout the house.
SmartTV with Netflix, HBOGO, Amazon Video and more.
Gourmet kitchen with everything you need to prepare and serve meals for family and friends.
Wood stove and radiant floor heating.

The property borders the Rio Grande Gorge Monument, with miles of hiking trails into the Rio Grande Gorge and along its rim.

Majestic New Mexico skies, with a clear view of the Taos Mountains range during the day, and dark nights free of light pollution, perfect for star gazing.

Secluded yet conveniently located ten miles to the town of Taos with shops, restaurants, museums, etc...
Twenty miles to the Taos Sky Valley.

Property manager

Katherin
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Arroyo Hondo

Located in Arroyo Hondo, this villa is in a rural area and on a river. KTAOS Solar Center and Millicent Rogers Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Río Grande del Norte National Monument and John Dunn Bridge. 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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El Prado, NM

What's nearby

  • Manby Hot Springs - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Rio Grande Gorge Bridge - 19 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Earthship BioTecture - 21 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Taos Plaza - 26 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Black Rock Hot Springs - 45 min drive - 31.6 km

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taos Mesa Brewing - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Midtown Bistro And Lounge - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Red Earth Palace Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Red Earth Palace Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Red Earth Palace Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Red Earth Palace Retreat located?

Situated on a river, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Río Grande del Norte National Monument and Rio Grande. Manby Hot Springs is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brittney S.

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

The best views of Taos!

This is our second time
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward B.

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

Wonderful house in a beautiful location

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at theRed Earth Palace Retreat! The house had everything we needed for our stay including amazing views and the perfect hot tub/deck set up to relax after long days of hiking and sightseeing. Our host was incredibly responsive and made sure all of questions were addressed. Highly recommend a stay here if you’re visiting the Taos region!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

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

Incredible Stay

The property and surrounding area were fantastic. We were able to enjoy some nice hikes, including to the hot springs, and very much enjoyed the hot tub. The kitchen is fully equipped and we enjoyed the natural light. We would highly recommend staying here and would definitely return for another stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin W.

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

Great Property

The house, property and owner were all great! House is very isolated but with great views and hike into the gorge to the hot springs. Owner was easy to communicate with. Hot tub and fire pit at night were great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stormy W.

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

Great getaway

Had a great time at the house. Both me n my life had a wonderful anniversary
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie L.

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

Perfect family getaway

We loved our stay! We traveled with kids, everything was as described and instructions were very thought out. We stay in 2-3 Vrbos a year and this one was top of the list for amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aja M.

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

Amazing Stay

We loved staying here- it was the perfect location for those who want to enjoy taos but feel remote. The hiking trails on property were cherry on top. We saw bighorn sheep and perfect views. Cozy and accomodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

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

Wonderful Taos vacation!

Beautiful home and magical setting for our family vacation! The hosts were very communicative, and we loved our stay on their property. Everything was very clean, and the house was well-supplied. Many thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

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

Winter getaway

The Red Earth Palace is such an incredible home! The house is in itself a vacation! What a magical place, too. The nights were spectacular, with some of the best stars I've ever seen. We had an amazing time, and if ever in Taos again would love to stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie B.

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

Epic location with a few quirks

This house was beautiful with a wonderful location. It is right next to the Rio Grande Gorge with a short hike to get down to the river and hot springs. It was just what my husband and I were looking for for our 10 year anniversary trip. The house itself is beautiful with everything you need. There are a few quirks about the house such as the counter tops all being super tall - not ideal for short people, and the bathtub being huge and uncomfortable - but overall a great place. Check in and out was easy and straight forward and communication with the host was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

amber h.

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

Great place!

We loved our stay! We sat in the hot tub and watched the meteor showers, hiked to the hot springs, and enjoyed every minute of the peace and quiet. 10/10!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie R.

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

Wonderful!

The location, the sunsets, the sunrises and the home was fantastic! Far enough away from town for seclusion but still close enough. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan P.

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

Enchanting

Beautiful property, well designed and executed home, wonderful hiking trails from your backdoor. It was a wonderful experience in all aspects, great communciation and check-in process and a fantastic location! Away from it all, but we easy access to Taos and all the amazing surrounding areas. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlene F.

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

Family Time Off

Wow! Talk about a view. It was gorgeous out there. My kids and dogs had a blast. The nights were dark and peaceful. The house was cozy. Would recommend 100%.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

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

Great place to stay....

Wonderful home with everything we needed...
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

michael d.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

As advertised. Very secluded and host was wonderful to work with
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin S.

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

Sunshine paradise

This house was just what we needed for a long weekend away from rainy Seattle. The house was so comfortable and perfectly situated on the property. Took advantage of the hiking trails down to the hot springs where we have ultimate privacy on a crisp fall morning. House had everything we needed for our stay. Beds were very comfortable and the decor was tasteful and functional and stylish. Hot tub under the stars was perfect, fire pit watching the moonrise, magical! Kitchen was adequately stocked and had everything needed. Our favorite part about the house was its secluded location, perfectly situated to feel like we were the only people around. Just what these city dwellers needed! Distance to town was about 15-20 min.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Red Earth Palace is Awesome

You could not find a better house in the Taos area. Katherin was an awesome host despite all the communication challenges that VRBO’s software threw at her. Bubbly, snacks and a handwritten note on arrival. Anything you could ever want or need was on hand at Red Earth. Privacy and peace supreme and that hike to Manby Hot Springs was the pies de resistance. Well done!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess E.

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

Peaceful and scenic

Wonderful home and property! Very peaceful and relaxing! Home had all of the amenities that we needed. Large space that was perfect for 2 adults, but definitely plenty of room for 4 adults. Host was great about communication and no issues at all with check-in or string the stay. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a somewhat remote location, that offers a ton of peace and quiet. Great hiking nearby and Toas is only a 20-25 minute drive from the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

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

Red earth palace

Absolutely phenomenal stay in Taos, NM! This home was beyond amazing - from the cozy interior to the perfect location. The highlight was definitely the private hot springs hike, an experience like no other! Being able to unwind in the hot tub under the stars after a day of adventure was pure bliss. Plus, the convenience of being close to town added an extra layer of enjoyment to our trip. 10/10, would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

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

Peace at the End of the Road

If you like going to the end of the road, this place is for you. Its location is incredibly serene and beautiful, perched just a few hundred yards from the edge of the Rio Grande gorge. The view alone could keep you captivated for many hours, but walk out the door and down into the gorge and you are soaking in hot springs and looking for bighorn sheep. The house itself was very user friendly and had everything needed for a comfortable stay. We appreciated that the kitchen was well appointed with new appliances. We enjoyed the wood stove during a November snow storm. The hosts were responsive, although we had all of the information we needed upfront and the property is very straightforward to access and navigate. Overall, this is wonderful place to unplug and reflect and relax. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex T.

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

Amazing property with great hosts

We enjoyed this beautiful home with breathtaking views. It was great for me and my family, we had plenty of room to stretch out and enjoy our relaxing stay with amazing views all around us. The walking trail down to the hot springs was very close and was a nice hike with amazing views. I would recommend this place to anyone. We will definitely book again in the future. The hosts were very helpful and everything was a breeze! Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliana O.

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

A family retreat!

We had such fun staying here!! The house is amazing, and loved learning more about it. I love how tall the counters are, makes things so much easier for us giants! The furnishings are eclectic and comfy. I loved that there was only 1 TV, the kitchen was so fun to cook in - and the exterior was fantastic. We were able to take both roads to access the house - one is for the adventurous soul the other isn't lol. It was also awesome to have a semi-private access to the trails and Rio Grande away from the John Dunn Bridge access. Great views and the hot tub was relaxing. We also had a great and easy time accessing this reservation through VRBO. We will highly recommend this place to others and will probably come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

larryegypt

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

A beautiful escape at the end of the road

This home is stunning! The red earth walls are warm and inviting and it's clear that the home is custom in every way. The french doors from each bedroom open up to beautiful views and comfy seating areas. We loved our stay so much, we extended it for an extra night. Katherin was a very gracious host and we had a wonderful stay! 10/10
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danita S., Colleyville, TX

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

Nice escape from the Texas heat!

We booked a week around Labor Day to escape the Texas heat. The setup was great for us and our 1 small dog. The host was very responsive and helpful with any questions. We enjoyed exploring Taos and a couple of rounds of golf along with needed relaxation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

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Hosted by Katherin

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