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CASA DE LITTLE TREE
Living room with flat screen satellite TV & traditonal southwest wood burning kiva fireplace
Inviting southwest formal dining room with viga ceilings and traditional southwest "nicho" looking out to foyer
Large fully equipped gourmet kitchen with mountain views & "counter pass through" for efficient meal serving & clean up
Living room view to large dining room and glimpse into kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 13325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Arroyo Seco, New Mexico
  • Kit Carson Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Taos Plaza
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Rio Grande Gorge Bridge
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Casa de Little Tree 5 - beautifully landscaped courtyard, private hot tub

Arroyo Seco - Half way between Taos Ski Valley and Taos Village - 11 miles either direction - Private and secluded with panoramic mountain views

Casa de Little Tree is the former Little Tree Bed and Breakfast, so popular and loved by so many returning guests over the last 20 years. The proud new owners stayed here many times as they would visit and dream about "having a place in Taos someday". Their dream has happened and they have been devotedly dedicated to creating an exceptional Taos vacation rental for all who come to enjoy.

There are 5 large bedrooms total in the compound. The adobe main house has 3 inviting bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths, a den with a sleeper sofa and a banco for a quiet escape to read, meditate or nap.

The Casita, separated by a landscaped courtyard has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and 2 secluded walled courtyards and one that includes a hot tub for all to share. Every bedroom has its own distinct and inviting personality.

The Main house interior walls are hand plastered with mica, straw, and earthen pigments from the area and are accented with a variety of colorful imported tile. This highly touted craft adds a most subtle ambiance to each and every room. In addition, two of the bedrooms have rammed earth floors, an almost lost art in current times.

The picturesque courtyard features seasonal blooms, an apple tree, and a vast unimpeded panoramic view of the mountains, as well as the desert floor to the Rio Grande Gorge and beyond. A bench under the apple tree is a welcome respite for watching passing cloud or to gaze up at the starry nigh time sky

Enjoy alfresco dining under the spacious portico. Perfect for grilling, fellowship and celebrations such as a wedding or a family reunion. Out on the Hondo Mesa, peace, quiet and a gentle breeze are the norm and a quick run up to Arroyo Seco makes for an enjoyable afternoon. Opportunities for fly fishing, skiing, hiking, rafting, biking, horseback riding and ballooning are close at hand.

Stay at Casa de Little Tree and experience Taos as full and rich as living in Taos can get..

Property manager

Premiere Properties
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No 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 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

About the area

Taos

Located in Taos, this holiday home is in the mountains. Rottenstone Pottery and KTAOS Solar Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include John Dunn Bridge and Río Grande del Norte National Monument. Kakawa Chocolate House and Twirl Toystore and Playspace are also worth visiting.
Map
Arroyo Seco, New Mexico

What's nearby

  • Kit Carson Park - 16 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Taos Plaza - 17 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Taos Pueblo - 18 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Earthships - 19 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Rio Grande Gorge Bridge - 22 min drive - 23.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪KTAOS Solar Center - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sabroso - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Medley - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Toribios - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Aceq - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa de Little Tree 5 - beautifully landscaped courtyard, private hot tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa de Little Tree 5 - beautifully landscaped courtyard, private hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa de Little Tree 5 - beautifully landscaped courtyard, private hot tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa de Little Tree 5 - beautifully landscaped courtyard, private hot tub located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Rottenstone Pottery, John Dunn Bridge and Carson National Forest. Manby Hot Springs and KTAOS Solar Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

Really great retreat

Easy access and great family spaces.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

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

Amazing Place

Pictures do not do it justice. An amazing place to stay in the Taos area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa B.

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

Fabulous house for a group trip

We rented the house for a group of 12 getting together from all around the country. The house is beautiful and spacious and is stocked with everything you need! The layout of the house was perfect with 5 bedrooms with their own bathroom plus a bonus room with a pullout couch that our friends said was very comfortable. Convenient location to get to Taos Ski Valley and beautiful views right outside. We loved our stay and will hopefully be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

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

Wonderful place for extended family

We had a wonderful time at this beautiful home! The property is perfect for a large group and the view is breathtaking. Our extended family all had space but we loved the big kitchen table, living room and courtyard for coming together. Check in was seamless. House was clean and well stocked! We cooked Thanksgiving dinner and the house had everything we needed. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

Here comes the snow

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We came for Christmas with a family group. We all had a wonderful time enjoying the sunsets and isolated beauty of the home and its location. The location was very convenient in between the ski resort and Taos which was about 15 minutes to both. The home was well equipped for everything we needed, and the bedrooms were arranged in a way to give lots of privacy to everyone. The fireplace in the living room did not vent very well, we would have liked to use more but not at all a big deal.

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Casa de Little tree vacation oasis

What an excellent location and property for our trip with 4 couples and one single for an extended ski weekend! The 5 bedrooms each with a bathroom was perfect. The kitchen was well appointed. The house is beautifully decorated with comfortable common rooms. The location is between Taos town and the slopes. I highly recommend this VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S., Houston, USA

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

Taos Christmas 2022

Enjoyed our stay! Would come back if we had another group with us! Plenty of room for the nine of us.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect Retreat

This is an unbelievable property. Perfect for a large family. Authentic New Mexico decor. Enjoyed the views from the courtyard every morning and evening. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi F.

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

Perfect for adults

Since the house was once a bed and breakfast, everyone could have their privacy if needed. We spent the bulk of our time in the living room with a fire, in the kitchen or around the kitchen table. It’s a perfect place to relax after a long day of snow skiing. We had everything we needed, and the property manager responded soon if we had a question. I would definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family skii vacation.

Property manager was very responsive and helpful. Our water unexpectedly shut off due to a mechanical error but was back on with the help of the property manager within an hour. The 3rd bedroom in the main house has a private entrance but does not have an entrance connecting to the house. If you have adults it’s a private room with its own bathroom but if you have kids they would have to exit outdoors to access the main house. This property has a well stocked and beautiful kitchen with beautiful panoramic views. The house only has small televisions in the two sitting areas in the main house, there are no tvs in the casita. Our family enjoyed the property and had a very memorable vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina T.

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

Casa de Little Tree

Our group consisted of 7 adults and a baby. The layout of the property was great: each room had its own bathroom and was private. It was stocked well with towels, shampoo and conditioner. We did buy a kitchen sponge and more paper towels. We enjoyed sitting in the courtyard with coffee in the morning and wine in the evening while we watched the little tree bloom right before our eyes. It is about :15 minute drive into the town of Taos. If you are looking for privacy, it is great. A little inconvenient if you want to spend time in Taos. The hot tub was heated and used every night. Management responded quickly when we had a question about the tv not connecting. They were unable to help us but we found a connection unplugged which solved our problem. The kitchen sink drained very slowly and the disposal did not work at all. An enzyme drain cleaner (septic safe) could be very helpful. Also two toilets (the one in the red guest half bathroom and the one in the bedroom next to the laundry room) may have leaking issues. They ran continuously. Our 84 year old birthday girl did not sleep at all the first night due to that issue. We closed the water valve at nighttime as a solution. We cooked at home most nights. The kitchen has plenty of dishes, silverware, glasses and coffee cups. We really enjoyed eating outside at La Cueva Cafe for dinner one night and our breakfast at Michael’s Kitchen. We would recommend this property
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

John M.

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

Lack of good maintenance spoiled the vacation

When we first arrived, we were pleasantly surprised by the main house, casita and courtyard. The house and casita were nice and cool. The house was spacious and the kitchen well equipped. In the courtyard were planted many flowers and well as herbs for cooking. There was easy access to Taos and restaurants near the house. We had booked the house in October based on the great reviews. I saw complaints by renters in April and May but hoped they would be rectified. Unfortunately, they were not. As previously reported, the master bedroom bath was not clean and shower/bathtub drain was partially clogged so that soapy shower water rose in the tub and drained very slowly. The biggest problem was the kitchen sink. It drained very slowly. Someone noticed the garbage disposal didn’t work as had been previously reported. The sink got progressively worse over the next four days. When the dishwasher was running, it disgorged food debris and dirty water deep into the sink. The garbage from it had to be wiped out manually each time. I contacted the housekeeper and management company and they promised to send a plumber out. At one point even said that a plumber was on the way – no show. Disgusted, we decided to leave early and would have except for plane reservation issues. The management company contacted the owner to see if he would authorize a partial refund for the inconvenience. The management company came back with a 2% offer which the five of us found insulting.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn H.

Comfy with stunning views and room to spread out

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Lovely property. Our group of 10 enjoyed our stay! The courtyard area is amazing. We would do it all over again! One issue to be aware of - the wifi is spotty at best and sometimes connecting is no possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

Mark B.

Disappointing Taos house

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Disappointing! I feel I had a nicer place rented, that became unavailable, so this was best alternative. Although from the property there were nice views, most of the rooms in the house had no view whatsoever! Living room view to inside courtyard, same with master BR. 3 of the 5 BR had to walk outside to get to main house. Master BR shower had Slow Drain, gross.
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10/10 Excellent

Rob K.

Perfect Taos Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This place was perfect for our ski group. Kitchen was well stocked, beautiful location, close to Taos Ski Valley and the hot tub was wonderful after the ski day. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Grace R.

Terrific time in Taos!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had an amazing time staying at the Casa de Little Tree. Our group came to Taos for a ski trip and the house was very conveniently located and the house was well equipped with everything we needed! We would definitely recommend this place to stay and come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Great Spot

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This housing was very well set up. Came with plenty of instructions on proper use and what to expect. The property managers were easy to communicate with and easy to work with as well. Our group had some hiccups during the booking phase, but the management was very accommodating and understanding and willing to work with us. The property itself was very clean and well kept. WiFi was not great but understandable due to remote location. Some issues with toilets leaking(stopper would not fully close) but was able to fix by turning off toilet water completely. Location set up was amazing. Our group booked to ski in Taos and was not disappointed. Close to Taos, rio grande and town. Would recommend to book again
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8/10 Good

Danyelle M.

Ski Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location between Taos Ski Valley and the town of Taos.
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie K.

Beautiful home with lots of charm

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family met for Thanksgiving and we were so pleased with the rental, location, hot tub, comfortable beds, lots of space for children to play, ample dishes, cookware, towels! Amazing home!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

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

Great Family Getaway

Our four children are spread far and wide so we try to get together once a year. They all deserve a vacation since they are using time-off. So I look for a property where they can all have a nice bedroom and bath. This one really fit the bill along lots of outdoor space, a hot tub and a great kitchen. We did bike riding, hiking, games, relaxing and eating well. We loved the kiva fireplaces! And the location in Arroyo Secco was much better than being in Taos. Beautiful mountain views and the town of Arroyo Seco was charming.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

KS Siblings Adventure

We were a group of 8 - 4 siblings and our spouses. We are 58 to 68 in age and active. We loved the courtyard, hot tub, big table, all the bathrooms and the well stocked kitchen. An enjoyable stay for all. Thank you to the hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn F.

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

Great place for multi-families vacationing together.

Loved the SouthWest Adobe style and the views from the property. everything was ship-shape. I would recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Paul H.

Remote but Convenient

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay at Casa de Little Tree. There was plenty of room for our 8 adults and 3 teens. It's 15-20 minute drive into downtown Taos and about 20-30 minute drive to Taos Ski Resort. We spent equal time between town and the Ski Resort so the house location worked well for us. But there's nothing close by. As one would expect in a remote area, the internet service was spotty. No A/C but the pleasant temps outside kept the house comfortable. The house is well stocked with fans, appliances, and misc supplies. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
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2/10 Terrible

If you have mobility issues, this is not the house for you!!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very unhappy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I have rented from Premiere Properties for more than 20 years and they have been incredibly helpful. This experience was nothing like those from the past stays. Housekeeping failed to clean our property and when we arrived, we were told our house was not ready but that they would try to find another property for us. This review is not for the original house but for the house (and maybe a different property management company) that we were moved to. The house that we were moved to was Can-Tina la Casa Compound located at 31 Rock Garden Gully Road in El Prado. The biggest concern was that this house had many steps and for ladies in the 70-80 age group, this was a challenge. Beds were also too high for some of us to get into and gel mattresses made it difficult to move once we were in the bed. Showers were slippery and there were no bath mats and no towel holders. Shower heads were designed for basketball players and were so high that they could not be reached or adjusted. The kitchen windows had no shades and working in the kitchen during the morning hours was impossible because the sun was so bright that even sunglasses did not help reduce the glare. In addition to the steps, there were raised thresholds at every door that were about l/2 inch and presented a stumble problem. This house would be perfect for young , nimble basketball players. I would not consider if I had young children (especially toddlers), wheel chair users, cane users or anyone with mobility problems or home safety issues.

10/10 Excellent

Chelle D.

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

High expectations?

Having spent more than 6 months of the year in vacation properties for the last three years, we have high expectations. This lovely place met and exceeded them. Comfortable, great layout, perfect location and more. We look forward to coming back again and appreciate the responsiveness and professionalism of the entire team for this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

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