In Taos, Experience the Big Sky, See Forever, Privacy Galore!

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 229.5 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub
Parking available
Fireplace
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space

Explore the area

445 Tune Dr, El Prado, NM, 87529

Rio Grande Gorge Bridge
‪12 min drive‬
Earthship BioTecture
‪15 min drive‬
Taos Plaza
‪25 min drive‬
Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Dining area

About this property

Your hosts are fully vaccinated. We encourage our guests to be vaccinated for Covid-19 before booking . Let's keep each other safe.

Casita Location: Bella Vista Casita is located in the Stagecoach Hills of Taos County, New Mexico, within walking distance of the Rio Grande Gorge National Monument and and 20 miles from Taos Ski Valley.

Accommodations: Large one room casita with kitchenette and bath.

Long to get-away, really get-away to a place of peace, quiet and tranquility? Visit Bella Vista Casita. Experience 360 degree views from this hill-top casita. Be wowed by the dark skies of Taos as you sit in the hot tub or on the patios viewing the milky way above.

Open living in a very private, custom, casita with high tongue and groove aspen wood ceilings, thick plaster walls, saltillo Mexican tile floors with in-floor heat, and tumbled travertine kitchenette and bath. Dining and living areas. Huge wood framed picture windows and French doors let in the expansive views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountain range. Large skylight for night sky viewing from comfortable memory foam queen-size bed. Semi-Mexican decor w/very comfortable designated living area. Enjoy outside dining on the patio under the portal (porch). Private carport and entrance.

Elevation: 7,300 feet. Summer: Nights are cool and invigorating and days fresh and comfortable. Double rainbows are a regular occurrence. Winter: super powder in the mountains and very little snow down below. Lots of sun and low humidity year round. Incredible sunsets and sunrises.

Fully stocked kitchenette, toaster, coffee maker, blender, terry cloth robes, indoor dining table and outdoor table and chairs.

World class downhill and cross country skiing and snow shoeing. Best fly fishing. Balloon rides, mountain biking on dirt trails, gorge trail and Taos Mountain trails, galleries, entertainment.

Keywords: Casita

Property manager

Tony and Janelle Palma

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Hot tub

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Mountain view

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Arroyo Hondo

Located in Arroyo Hondo, this apartment is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Río Grande del Norte National Monument and Carson National Forest, while KTAOS Solar Center and Millicent Rogers Museum are cultural highlights. Kakawa Chocolate House and Twirl Toystore and Playspace are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.

El Prado, NM

What's nearby

Manby Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
Rio Grande Gorge Bridge - 12 min drive - 7.4 km
Earthship BioTecture - 15 min drive - 10.6 km
Taos Plaza - 25 min drive - 20.7 km
Earthships - 25 min drive - 20.5 km

Getting around

Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

‪Taos Mesa Brewing - ‬12 min drive
‪Midtown Bistro And Lounge - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is In Taos, Experience the Big Sky, See Forever, Privacy Galore! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is In Taos, Experience the Big Sky, See Forever, Privacy Galore! located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Río Grande del Norte National Monument, Rio Grande and Manby Hot Springs. John Dunn Bridge and Rio Grande Gorge Bridge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Joshua J.

14 September 2024

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

Honeymoon escape

Our hosts were extremely kind and gave us a very sweet card and a bottle of wine upon realizing this was our honeymoon spot. The area is beautiful and is 30 minutes from the heart of Taos, but feels very private and secluded. The property was beautiful and the hosts were kind and friendly. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mari R.

24 July 2022

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

The property was very clean and comfortable. The views were amazing!

Perfect size for us and will probably stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

22 October 2023

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

Great Place

Great views and very quiet. Perfect place to get away from everything. Easy check in and host are next door if you have any questions.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin O., Brooklyn

10 July 2022

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

Amazing location and Fantastic hosts

We had a great stay! We were able to have so many adventures and return to a little oasis where you can see the stars at night, the thunderstorms in the distance, and mountain landscapes with your coffee. Can’t wait to come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

27 August 2024

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

Taos Casita

My partner and I spent 4 days at Janelle & Tony's lovely casita. It was very nice - clean and inviting and very secluded. They were great hosts and made our stay special. Ww will definitely be rebooking if/when we return to Taos. (hopefully next time the weather will cooperate)

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

17 October 2023

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

Wonderful!

Had a great stay at Bella Vista Casita. We highly recommend it!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas D.

4 August 2024

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

Lovely place, lovely people

Beautiful peaceful getaway. Spacious. Could provide some tea bags and softer towels.... Line drying is great, but so are non crunchy towels!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

13 September 2021

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

quiet retreat in the trees

lovely place if you want to get away from it all. quiet place with trees around it (unlike most of Arroyo Hondo) and close enough to Taos for meals and shopping.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W., Los Angeles

11 October 2023

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

Gorgeous views

I had the most relaxing stay here. The views are spectacular anytime of day, but i especially loved the sunrise/sunset and the night sky was amazing. Great walks that smell of sage from the property. The bed was comfy and the hosts were lovely. I wholeheartedly recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

30 August 2020

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

Magical place

This property and surrounding area are almost magical. Peaceful, quiet, beautiful, comfortable. I will be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jesus P.

6 August 2020

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

Great

We really enjoy our stay, great service we have a very peaceful stay, this is a great place if you want to have a little getaway with your partner for just to chill and relax. The raining weather was amazing.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jose C.

18 September 2022

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Wonderful stay!

We stayed at the property for 4 nights. Tony and Janelle make the property very welcoming. Beautiful surroundings, wife love it. Enjoyed looking at the sky at night time and having a cup of coffee in the mornings outside in the patio. Would definitely use again when in Taos.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

15 August 2022

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

Peaceful with amazing views

Really enjoyed our stay at Bella Vista. The host Janelle and Tony are very nice and left us to ourselves. But were only a text away if anything needed. Beautiful views of both sunrise and sunset. Very quiet and peaceful for a couple. Casita was very clean and comfortable. We highly recommend that you stay there.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noah M., Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States

8 September 2022

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

Amazing home away from home

Janelle and Tony are incredibly welcoming and make every effort to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Overlooking the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, their beautiful home is close to hiking, rafting, and fishing opportunities along the Rio Grande gorge but far enough away from Taos so one can experience the gorgeous sunrises, sunsets, and nighttime skies in solitude. The hot tub and landscaping are an added plus. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hector J.

11 August 2022

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Amazing Studio!!!

This beautiful studio is in the middle of the most amazing natural setting. The views of the land and the mountains on the background are the most breathtaking I have experienced. I recommend this place to anyone looking for a beautiful peaceful setting. Very clean and comfortable!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Don H.

31 August 2021

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Beautiful Views/Very Private

This property is exceptional! Tony and Janelle are wonderful hosts. We tremendously enjoyed sitting outside and taking in the beautiful views of the rolling valleys and mountains. The only downer is a very rough 4 mile ride on a dirt road to get there, but if you are OK with that, you will be THRILLED with this extremely nice rental property!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie Y.

21 June 2021

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

An oasis of tranquility

We loved this place and all of the little touches that made it so special (the owner's touches when building the adobe casita, the teacups, the great linens). The owners are top notch hosts -helpful and unobtrusive. Tony even gave us a tour of their Earthship upon check out. We were able to successfully retreat from the frenetic pace of our lives and fully enjoy the quiet of the land and the stars from the hottub. We are definitely saving this place as a favorite for future Taos trips!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teai D., United States

16 August 2021

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Beautiful

Love, love, love this place! Tony and Janelle are wonderful people. They made us feel right at home, loved the conversations with them. They were there if we needed anything, yet gave us all the privacy we wanted. Thank you for sharing your home with us. Blessings…

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shale H.

11 September 2022

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

Favorite stay we’ve ever had!!

my mom and I were in Taos for the weekend and got to stay at Janelle and Tony’s sweet Casita. It was one of the best stays we’ve ever had with VRBO! The space was perfect, clean and airy and so much room for the two of us. It was the most quiet location we could have asked for while still being close to town, incredible views of the mountains and lots of outdoor seating for us to sit in the sunshine and read or drink our morning coffee. The bed was super comfortable and the unit was well supplied with everything we needed. Janelle and Tony were incredible hosts and so welcoming — I am already planning my stay to go visit them again! Absolutely loved everything about this experience, if you’re considering staying here… do it!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bridget L., Dallas, US

2 June 2021

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

Amazing Views and Amenities

Our stay was amazing - came out here for a birthday weekend and it was more than we could have expected! Janelle and Tony are so welcoming and, if it wasn't during COVID times, would have been really awesome to have a drink with. Very private casita - the patio is very private as well, with plants separating you from the main house. The casita is also stocked with whatever mugs/glasses/utensils/wine openers you might need (and a griddle!) At night when the sky was clear, the stars were amazing. During the day, the view is beautiful - rolling hills in the foreground, mountains in the distance. Can't beat it.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

1 July 2024

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

Scenery Can't Be Beat!

This is a lovely, quiet, beautiful, private, peaceful property. If you are looking for some place to get away from it all, this property is it! There are gorgeous mountains and sagebrush. There's a small kitchen area, no burners or oven, but there is a propane grill and microwave. There's also a small refrigerator and some small appliances, a coffee maker and a countertop grill. The WiFi signal was good. There's a TV but we didn't turn it on the whole time we were. There's no AC but there was a box fan, and the temperature was so moderate you didn't need more than the fan. Highly recommended for a serene stay near Taos.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James Y.

8 July 2024

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Beautiful get-a-way!

We had a wonderful time staying at this Bella Casita. Our hosts were gracious and welcoming and very interesting people. The Casita was charming, with everything we needed for a pleasant stay. There is a front porch with rocking chairs, a grill for cooking, a table for eating outside, and phenomenal views. We were surrounded by mountains that shifted in color and tone depending on the time of day and the weather. The wind would kick up, and there were a few marvelous thunder storms in which the mountains disappeared and, as the storms moved away, the mountains returned in a veil of mist. Night time viewing showed a sky full of stars and bright and bold moon rises. The place was serene, quiet, secluded, safe, and had very good vibes. We truly enjoyed the week we spent here and would gladly return for another visit. We highly recommend this beautiful, magical little spot for anyone who wants quiet, contemplation, big skies, and a sense of peace and well-being.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cami N.

9 August 2021

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

Remote Oasis

Staying here was amazing. We loved every minute of it. The road coming in is quite bumpy (washboard dirt road) but it was worth it to get to this beautiful casita. The room itself was very nice, and we enjoyed the big glass windows. The casita was far enough away to feel very private, but close enough in the big desert to feel safe. It was so nice having a hot tub to ourselves every night to watch the stars. The hosts graciously gave us a tour of their Earthship, which was absolutely gorgeous. Their garden was beautiful too. This was a very inspiring stay for me as an artist to get away from big city life. The hosts told us about some local attractions. We walked to Manby Springs from the casita, and that was lovely as well. Thank you so much for the accommodations and tour!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

29 July 2020

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Peaceful Weekend Escape

I cannot say enough about Bella Vista Casita and my hosts for the weekend. The views were spectacular, the casita was cozy and exceptionally clean, and it was clear from the first moment I entered the property that the owners take meticulous care in every detail to ensure guests feel welcome and at home. The casita is located close to Taos proper and near beautiful hiking trails, but also is an escape of its own. The owners are extremely communicative if you have questions or seek area recommendations, but are also respectful of privacy. My only regret is that I did not plan to stay longer. These are hard times for many and a break was much needed. Thank you Janelle and Tony for giving me a peaceful weekend. I would come back in a heartbeat.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

7 August 2022

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A Dream Come True

Tony & Janelle will not be forgotten. They are the utmost perfect host. Friendly, open & delightful. The Casita was Beautiful. However it was outside where the magic takes place, 360° views, starlit nights where we seen 5 shooting stars with the Milky Way Galaxy right above with colors I didn't realize existed in the Starry night.. Taos isn't far away & plenty other destinations to visits, we experienced Thunder & Lightning all around us as we watched through the nights. I'd give Janelle & Tony, a 100 star rating if I could.. However they have billions right over their heads.. We'll definately be staying a time or 2 again. Thank you for your hospitality & most of all your kindness

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

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