Casa De Cuentos-Mystical Peace-$1199 Special (Inc. Tax/Clean) Taos, New Mexico Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 129625

WOW! Right out your window and off of your deck at Casa de Cuentos.

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Location: Taos, New Mexico, USA (Arroyo Seco/Des Montes/Taos Ski Valley (1 hr. N. Santa Fe))

Accommodations:  Adobe House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 3-9)

Casa de Cuentos - House of Stories - a picture-perfect place to BE to find your "story." Tranquil and mystical, your daydreams and nightdreams here will delight you. Located halfway between the town of Taos and the Taos Ski Valley, our adobe "home-away-from-home" is private YET close to everything you may want to do while in the Taos area... IF you feel like leaving. (15 minutes to town and 15 minutes to ski.)

We are convinced you will love our home as much as we do and not care to leave the premises often, yet you could choose to do so with ease. Our hot tub, pool table, movie and book library will provide lots of entertainment. Sit by one of the four Kiva fireplaces to dream stories, tell stories or write stories.

Wood-beamed ceilings, wood and saltillo tiles throughout add to the warmth and tenderness of Casa de Cuentos. There is a separate recreation room area with additional living room and Kiva if one needs space from others while visiting. A beautifully, talavera-tiled breakfast bar sits in-between open kitchen/dining area.

You have fabulous views of the mountains out the north-side: large windows frame the mountains perfectly and let them in to the living/dining area. To the south - you have expansive views of the valley and hot air balloons can be viewed floating eye-level or below in the distance. Daytime: Taos-blue skies during the day and STARS in the night-sky are so close you can touch them while sitting in the hot tub in the courtyard. (I just got out of the hot tub and I need to report there are more stars here than I ever knew existed...it is "plum" full of stars--as my Grandma used to say.)

Pinons and sagebrush are the native plants that blanket the grounds of Casa de Cuentos and their sweet smells are all of the aromatherapy you will need while at this tranquil adobe. Two outdoor living areas: a deck with a hot tub in N.E. courtyard facing the mountains and a new patio on the South-side facing the valley below.

Coffee, tea, basic spices, laundry soap, shower/bath gel, and firewood all provided.

Casa de Cuentos - the perfect place for a few people to have solitude and/or for a family or two to come together to share and create more life stories.

3.5 hours from Colorado Springs/4.5 hours from Denver/Right next to your heart!

Casa de Cuentos - House of Stories - Live your story!

Guest comment from winter 2008: My husband and I, our two grown daughters, son-in-law and grandson had the best vacation ever at Casa de Cuentes! The home is cozy and warm -- very relaxing and peaceful, comfortably furnished and well maintained. Our family could not have been made to feel more at home. KC, the caretaker, is just as the owner described her -- the "nicest lady we have ever met"! The views from the living room and dining room windows are spectacular. The location is secluded but also convenient to both town and the ski valley. We will absolutely stay here again. In fact, we want to book 2009 NOW!

Guest Comment from April 2008: A magical place! The photos do not do it justice -- it is serene, romantic, beautiful, peaceful, idyllic... My boyfriend and I were so inspired we decided to get married while we were there! My Mom and brother were so inspired at what we did, they mended relations after years! The magic continues....Thanks to K.C., Tammi and Dave!

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• Amenities
  • Washer: Washer/Dryer in Master Bedroom Closet Iron and Ironing Board on Dryer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided: 400-Count Sheets or Flannel Sheets Comfort-filled duvets VERY cozy beds...you will sleep deeply and have sweet dreams! Possibly dreams of Shakespeare as the original owner of our home was a Shakespearean expert.
  • Off Street Parking: Dead-end-On its own road with a few different areas to park your vehicle(s)
  • Wood Fireplace: 4 Kiva fireplaces with a supply of wood in the courtyard near the deck
• Beds
  • King Bed: Master Bedroom-InnerSpring-Comfort-Filled Duvet
  • Queen Bed (2) : 2nd Bedroom and 3rd bedroom-InnerSpring-Comfort-filled bedding
  • Convertible Bed: Queen Futon in Living Room Aero Bed Available when booking for larger parties.
  • Crib: New Portacrib and an antique highchair provided
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • DVD
  • VCR
  • Video Library: Children's movies, too!
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
  • Music Library: 101.9 KTAOS Solar-powered radio station GREAT music and conversations. It is a "must" listen-to! A varied selection on CD's
  • Private Hot Tub: HotSprings Sumatran--beautiful, new hot tub.
  • Pool Table
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: Beautifully remodeled with Mexicana, talavera tile--there is a breakfast bar with stools--Fully-equipped-COFFEE and TEA, too! High-Chair available.
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Catering Available: A Chef may be available for an extra-charge. This is a work in progress.
• Outdoor Features
  • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio: Brand new, trex deck (composite deck) with brand new hot tub you step into right off of the deck. Views of the mountains and incredible star views! New patio outside of recreation room. Views of the Valley.
• View/Location
  • Mountain View: Million-Dollar Views!! Mountains on the North and East sides of house/Valley below on the South/West sides of house TAOS SKI VALLEY--Fantastic Skiing...known for its "champagne" powder. TAOS BLUE SKY during the day and STARS SO CLOSE in the night-skies you can touch them!
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • Free Long Distance: Anywhere in the continental US/ANY TIME!
  • Computer
  • Broadband Internet
• Other Amenities
  • Portable Fans and ceiling fan in kitchen--Gorgeous wood, interior doors, Recreation room/Den with Pool Table, Kiva Fireplace and LARGE, separate living area from Main living area for those that want quiet time or more party space, RADIANT FLOOR HEAT, wood-beamed ceilings throughout, wood and saltillo floors throughout... Recreation room has authentic, adobe "mud" flooring. Lovely rugs throughout. Library with local books, CD's, DVD's and Videos...fiction/non-fiction and travel books for the area with maps. Kitchen will have a beginning supply of coffee/tea/basic spices. Hair dryer in master bathroom
• Suitability
  • Pet Friendly: DOGS ONLY, please. There is an additional, nightly charge for your dog. Also, an additional deposit is expected if you bring your dog. We do have an outside dog kennel for him/her when you leave the property and cannot take your pet with you. Please do not leave pets inside house when you leave.
  • Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): All one level - with exception of recreation room/den... one stair to that area.
  • Kid Friendly: Kids and dogs LOVE this property. They have lots of land to roam and hills to climb.
  • Smoking Not Allowed: You may smoke on deck and patio and place cigarette/cigar butts in butt can or ashtray please.
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Rafting
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Downhill/Alpine Skiing
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
  • Horseback Riding
  • Hot Air Ballooning
• Other Activities
  • NATURAL HOTSPRINGS-there is a book in house with map explaining locations OJO CALIENTE-HOTSPRINGS AND SPA about 1 hour-Deemed sacred by indigenous Native Americans of Northern New Mexico, Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs has been a gathering place and a source of healing for hundreds, even thousands of years. Come retreat to our secluded refuge. Relax with a massage and our signatureRejuvenate in our legendary waters. ojocalientesprings.com RAFT the RIO GRANDE! TAOS PUEBLO INDIAN TOURS - Taos Pueblo is the only living Native American community designated both a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and a National Historic Landmark. The multi-storied adobe buildings have been continuously inhabited for over 1000 years. We welcome you to visit our village when you travel to northern New Mexico. Regular hours are from 8am-4:30pm (Monday-Saturday) and 8:30-4:30pm (Sundays) with guided tours available. TAOS SKI VALLEY is known for its "CHAMPAGNE powder".

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$1199 per week includes all taxes and normal cleaning charges (parties of up to 6)
$199 per night (3-night minimum normally)
Monthly rate: $4000--Low season months $899 per week $3000 per month
Holidays are HIGHER rates (Spring Break/Christmas/New Years/Thanksgiving)
Rates are for 6 people or less ($15 per person/per night over 6)
$100 Refundable Damage Dep.Req.-$200 if party has pet or large party
Pet fee $10 per/Cancellation before 6 weeks of arrival refundable minus 20 percent
Cancellation within 6 weeks of arrival forfeit total unless able to rebook

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 10/29/09
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  Tony ,
  • We really enjoyed our stay at C de C. The house is handsome, the setting beautiful and the location excellent: close to the mountains for hiking and to town for dining in a quiet area with beautiful views of the hills and mountains. The photos give you a very good sense of the house.
• 04/24/09
  Positive Rating
  
  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    Great choice Terri - S. FL. South Florida Review Submitted: April 20, 2009 Date of Stay: April 2009 My family (2 teenagers & two adults) recently stayed for a week at Casa de Cuentos. The house is exactly as decribed by the owners and really is conveniently located between 'downtown' Taos and Taos Ski Valley. We frequently rent houses during our vacations and this was, by far, the most well equipped home we have rented. The kitchen was well stocked, there were plenty of towels and blankets, a variety of games to play, in addition to the pool table. (even a hair dryer and cotton swabs in the bathroom). The owners attention to detail was impressive and appreciated. The house was lovely, the views were inspiring, the hot tub relaxing, the pool table and games provided hours of fun. Between Taos and Ski Valley there are many activities to keep you busy, should you not want to spend the days relaxing in the house. We had lunch out every day, in Taos and in Ski Valley, and although the food was not gourmet, every meal very good and we received excellent service at each of the restaurants. I must admit I was pleasantly surprised. I highly recommend visiting Casa de Cuentos if you are planning a trip to the Taos area. Recommended for: Adventure Seekers, Families with Teenagers, Sightseeing, Girls Getaway
• 02/13/09
  Positive Rating
  Delauro Family , Round Rock, TX
  • Casa de Cuentos is a quiet, comfortable home that we would definitely rent again. The kitchen is fully stocked, right down to the coffee grinder. The beds are great with upscale linens; the bathrooms stocked with many extras. We stayed here during January and were amazed at the difference with radiant heated floors. No sweaters needed inside the house even when temp's were in the single digits. Combine all that with gorgeous mountain views and you can't miss with this home.
• 01/06/09
  Positive Rating
  Chris & Bry , Austin, Texas
  • Magical. Our stay exceeded our high expectations and we look forward to returning again. If you're new to VRBO don't be afraid. This is a no brainer and the best way to enjoy Taos.
• 12/12/08
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  • One of the best appointed houses we have ever rented. Easy access to skiing. Beautiful and comfortable!
• 09/15/08
  Positive Rating
  Mike & Tina , Austin, Texas
  • Ten seconds after walking through the front door and into the large picture windows living room one of our 13 year old daughters declared "awesome!" - impressing a teen takes some doing. The house is one of the very best that we have visited in 30 years of renting vacation homes. And perfectly located for access to the mountains, Rio Grande gorge, desert plains and Taos. We also made a day trip to Santa Fe. One favorite location for the family was the cafe in the nearby small town of Arroyo Seco, the Taos Cow. That was our local hang out; several afternoons ended with their homemade ice cream.
• 08/31/08
  Positive Rating
  Pete Campbell , Fayetteville, AR
  • My father, brother and I enjoyed a wonderful week at Casa de Cuentos to celebrate Dad's 75th birthday. The house and its surroundings were even more spectacular in real life than shown in pictures on the website. Beautiful views of the mountains can be had from almost any window. The house is warm, inviting and laid out to maximize your comfort. It's also quite secluded. You drive past one house and might occasionally see/hear the neighbor down the road slipping past, but at the house itself it's just you and nature. Sitting on the deck, absorbing the silence of nature, smelling the clean, fresh scents of the shrubs and trees--what could be better? We made good use of the pool table and TV to watch our video collection, being that we were most interested in just relaxing and spending time together. Those interested in hiking, shopping, skiing, etc. will find ample to do. Town is about 20 minutes away with the construction, but it's a nice drive once you know your way around. We brought in groceries from town and made full use of the kitchen and grill, but Tammi will provide you with many good restaurants from which to choose. I liked that I was dealing with real people and not a faceless corporation. You will definitely get the personal touch and any help you need. The best summary I can give is what my dad said as we left: "I wasn't ready to go."
• 06/28/08
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  Weigand Family , Richardson, Texas
  • What a piece of paradise! We moved in and immediately felt at home. Casa de Cuentos is so beautiful and comfortable and the views are hypnotizing. Thank you so much we can't wait to get back!
• 04/28/08
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  • A magical place! The photos do not do it justice -- it is serene, romantic, beautiful, peaceful, idyllic... My boyfriend and I were so inspired we decided to get married while we were there! My Mom and brother were so inspired at what we did, they mended relations after years! The magic continues....Thanks to K.C., Tammi and Dave!
• 02/22/08
  Positive Rating
  Kathy , Austin, Texas
  • Sorry this has taken so long , but I want to express how much we enjoyed Casa De Cuentos. From the first moment we stepped in the front door everything was perfect. From the welcome basket all the way to the late check out, things could not have been better. With all the snow outside the house felt like a warm blanket surrounding you at all times. Your attention to details really shows in this house and we hope to able to come back in the future. Thanks again for everything. Kathy Jan-12 -2008 to Jan 19-2008

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