Location: Taos, New Mexico, USA (13 miles NW of Taos, New Mexico)
Accommodations: 1 Bedroom + Loft, 1 Bath (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: Earthship House
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What's an Earthship? This extraordinarily beautiful home was built with "rammed earth" tires spared from the landfill and other indigenous and recyclable materials, such as cans and bottles. It is completely off-grid and uses active and passive solar, as well as thermal mass, so that the temperature stays constant and comfortable without traditional heating and cooling systems. It also uses a catchwater system and reuses the water in grey and black water planters, so that not a drop is wasted.
The finishing touches and soft, fluid lines in this masterpiece home make you feel as if you are in giant sculpture, rather than a box. The micaceous clay walls sparkle and dance in sunlight as you bathe in and drink fresh (filtered) rainwater and breathe the plentiful oxygen produced from the "indoor jungle" greywater planter. Relax as you listen to the cascading fountain of the indoor fish pond. This natural and very alive dwelling will surely embrace you and rejuvenate your spirit.
This magical, 1,800 square foot home has high ceilings and an open, airy feel with only two separate rooms. The large bedroom has a sleeping loft with a queen mattress and ample closet space below, as well as, two convertible double-size futons. There is, also, a sleeping loft with a queen-size bed and couch over the main living and kitchen area. When you awake in the loft, you can view the sunrise from a wall of 12 foot windows into the desert.
A cozy, sunken kiva with a custom, highly efficient Rumford fireplace is the perfect place to warm up after a day on the slopes. There is also an outdoor fire pit with lots of seating. Star gazing takes on a whole new meaning under the vast, desert sky.
This home offers much privacy as it sits on a three plus acre lot and is surrounded only by other low-impact earth homes, community land and incredible views. Wildlife abounds. It is three miles from the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, ten minutes to the art galleries and restaurants in the fun and funky town of Taos and about 20 minutes to the ski area.
If you are looking for a unique and peaceful stay, the Sol Ship is calling your name.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed (2)
- Crib
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Video Game Console
- Video Games
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Very cool outdoor fire pit area with built in seating.
- View/Location
- Mountain View : Nice views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains!
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$200.00 per Night - Prefer Two Night Minimum
$180.00 per Night - Three to Six Nights. Seventh Night Free!!
Call for Rates During Major Holiday Periods.
Taxes Included in Above Rates.
$100.00 Non-Refundable Exit Cleaning and Ship Tender Fee.
Negotiation of Rates Always Possible by Phone Only.
Quoted Rates are for Up to Four Guests.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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- Incredible and Artistic Spacious Interior - Taos, New Mexico Vacation Rental
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- Looking Down from Aloft into Kitchen/Dining Area. - Taos, New Mexico Vacation Rental
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- Additional Large Sitting/Writing Desk Area with Sunlight and Planters - Taos, New Mexico Vacation Rental
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- Looking Down from Second Sleeping Loft into Large Living Room/More Sleeping
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- Nearly 60 Feet of High South Facing Windows and Mountain Views
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #116340
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