House in Taos, NM

Casa De Cuentos-Holiday Cancellation--BEST Views! Firepit w/wood supplied!

Casa De Cuentos-Holiday Cancellation--BEST Views! Firepit w/wood supplied!

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Open Living-Dining-Kitchen area-one of four living areas for you.
Incredible views out the expansive windows.
SUCH COLOR!
Looking into living area from dining-great windows frame the mountains
Comfortable, cozy leather furniture-new as of May 2020.

Overview of Casa De Cuentos-Holiday Cancellation--BEST Views! Firepit w/wood supplied!

10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 63400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

Taos, NM
  • Popular LocationJohn Dunn Bridge9 min drive
  • Popular LocationKTAOS Solar Center12 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlack Rock Hot Springs49 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Casa De Cuentos-Holiday Cancellation--BEST Views! Firepit w/wood supplied!

Casa de Cuentos - House of Stories -3400-square feet COZY and LUXURIOUS home-loved vacation rental since 2007-- a picture-perfect place to BE to find your 'story.' Tranquil and mystical, your daydreams and night dreams 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 20 minutes to TSV to ski.) You are also close to FOUR different ski areas and a snowshoeing/cross-county park when you stay at Casa de Cuentos, too! Over 277 5-STAR Reviews! NM SAFE CERTIFIED.

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, den-bar area, art studio, and game/movie and book library will provide lots of entertainment. Sit by one of the four Kiva fireplaces and Firepit Courtyard area 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.

CASA de Cuentos: The main house has 3 bedrooms (a KING bed in master and a King bed in the den bedroom and a QUEEN bed in the hallway bedroom--there is a 4th area for sleeping in the updtairs art-studio- living area- with sleeping-built in TWO XL Twin beds. There are 2 bathrooms (one with a large shower and the master bathroom has a deep, soaking tub with handheld shower attachment) and a HUGE den with a BAR and beer cooler. There are four living areas and bed availability: King(2) and Queen bed (1) and extra long twin singles(2). You have fabulous views of the mountains out the north-side: large windows frame the mountains perfectly and let them into 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-turquoise 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.)

The views from the second-story art-studio-living-area are THEE best in Taos--360 degrees of turquoise skies and mountains and sunrises and sunsets. Watch the moon rise, watch the sun rise and sun set..from the art studio-heaven!

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 with new flagstone patio with a built-in firepit facing the mountains and a new patio on the South-side facing the valley. The NorthEast courtyard has a huge fenced in area (fence is 6-ft. tall) for dogs' pleasure and well-being.

Beginning supplies of: basic spices, laundry soap, shower/bath gel, paper products and firewood all provided.

If you have more than 6 people-you should consider renting this WITH Casita Ave Maria--right across the driveway. (Casita Ave Maria also has hot tub for SIX and a steam shower! Casita Ave Maria VRBO.com/295657 Casita Ave Maria will sleep two adults and two small children on foldable cushion beds or one other adult.)

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.

(Can you tell Dave loves to design and build?)

We have a fabulous fenced in courtyard for dogs. Pet fee for one dog: $150.00 minimum for up to a week's stay--will discount for more than one dog--depending upon breed's shedding trait. Please tell us your dog's breed when booking.

40 minutes from Red River/55 minutes from Angel Fire/1 hour from Ojo Caliente/1.5 hours from Santa Fe/2.5 hours from Albuquerque/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!

We DO have a cancellation policy and it is strict to moderate: If you cancel within 60 days of arrival you forfeit your booking $ unless we are able to rebook the dates minus the cancellation fee and any difference in price.

Exterior camera for security on driveway and parking area.

You will love our home: Casa de Cuentos in Taos, New Mexico

Guest comment : My husband and I, our two grown daughters, son-in-law and grandson had the best vacation ever at Casa de Cuentos! 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. 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.

Guest Comment: 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 Tammi and Dave!

We live in a neighborhood with a dead-end dirt driveway. Two other neighbors share our long, dirt driveway; and, our house is very private with lots of trees, open space and a tall, privacy fence. 10 MPH is max. speed on our driveway. Exterior camera on Driveway-Parking area.


Keywords: Casa de Cuentos, home, house, adobe, paradise, vacation, dream, romantic, peaceful, solitude, rest, lodging, vacation rental

Property manager

Tammi or Dave Clancy

Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Outdoor Space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Paid for before arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside on patio/deck but not inside the house.
Cancellation policy between Strict and Moderate: Booking $ refunded minus a 20 percent cancel fee--if we can rebook. Travel insurance recommended.
6-person maximum-including children/2-dog maximum. Pet fee must be paid ahead of time. $150 minimum fee for one dog--two dogs-ask-based on breed
No "day" guests. Casita Ave Maria is available if your group has more than 6. We highly recommend that you purchase travel insurance.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Taos

Located in Taos, this vacation home is in the mountains. John Dunn Bridge and San Francisco de Asís Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Kakawa Chocolate House and Twirl Toystore and Playspace. Traveling with kids? Consider Wild Rivers Recreation Area, or check out an event or a game at KTAOS Solar Center. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • John Dunn Bridge - 9 min drive
  • KTAOS Solar Center - 12 min drive
  • Kit Carson Park - 17 min drive
  • Taos Plaza - 18 min drive
  • Black Rock Hot Springs - 49 min drive

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Aceq - 7 min drive
  • Toribios - 12 min drive
  • Sabroso - 8 min drive
  • Taos Mesa Brewing - 17 min drive
  • KTAOS Solar Center - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa De Cuentos-Holiday Cancellation--BEST Views! Firepit w/wood supplied! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Casa De Cuentos-Holiday Cancellation--BEST Views! Firepit w/wood supplied!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa De Cuentos-Holiday Cancellation--BEST Views! Firepit w/wood supplied!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa De Cuentos-Holiday Cancellation--BEST Views! Firepit w/wood supplied! located?

This family-friendly Taos vacation home is located in the mountains, 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Carson National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Manby Hot Springs and Rottenstone Pottery. Wheeler Peak Wilderness Area and KTAOS Solar Center are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday ski vacation with family
Land of Enchantment lives up to its billing. Charming property with all amenities one could want. Location is about as close as one can get without renting a condo in Ski Valley itself. Perfect spot to get away from it all for our first time in years. Prime shopping is as close as the ski slopes if you aren't a ski buff. Excellent communications with our hosts before and during the stay with written guidance and suggestions on everything involved with the stay. Certainly would see about staying there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan M., Kingwood, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views
Owners are great people. We had a fantastic stay at the House of Stories. Firepit and hot tub favorites of mine. This house is so large you could get lost. It was beautifully decorated and very clean. 10 stars for the people and views. Sue & Greg Milewski
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Don T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old guys week away!
Best VRBO I have ever stayed in! Clean! Floors, kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms, living areas all just well taken care of! Great communications with owners! Will rent any properties owned by Tammi & Dave!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan A., Silver Spring, MD, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home at awesome location!
Casa de Cuentos is a beautiful home with incredible views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and Taos Plateau. The house looks at least as good -- if not better -- than the photos posted by Tammi and Dave. It is quiet, peaceful and comfortable. Loved using the hot tub after a day of hiking. Made s'more on the outside firepit. The 360-degree views from the second-floor bedroom are amazing -- our son loved sleeping up there. All the beds were comfortable. Lots of living space for a six-person group like ours to spread out. Tammi was always prompt in response to questions we would ask her. It is clear that she and Dave have spent a lot of time keeping the property in top shape. I would definitely recommend Casa de Cuentos for families and friends looking for an awesome Taos base camp.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great base for Taos exploration
The property is comfortable and well appointed. Our family of five had plenty of room to spread out inside, and we enjoyed all the outdoor spaces, too. The location is convenient for lots of hiking options around the enchanted circle. The owners are easy to communicate with. Great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Tammi or Dave Clancy

Host profile image
We, the Clancys, purchased our vacation/future retirement home property in 2007. We had often visited Taos and enjoyed our short stays. It was during the filming of a short, indie-film for a friend, with Taos as the location, that Tammi declared she wanted to retire in Taos. The Taos Magic blessed that statement. We have had the most amazing guests and they have all added to the charm of our home. Casa de Cuentos-our original home first purchased in 2007-and, now their is a second home on the property that Dave built--Casita Ave Maria, too. Tammi is a retired English/Theater teacher and Dave is a house inspector for the state of New Mexico. We both clean and maintain and manage our vacation rentals.

Why they chose this property

Welcome to Casa de Cuentos in Taos! We, the Clancys, purchased our vacation/future retirement home in 2007. We had often visited Taos and enjoyed our short stays. It was during the filming of a short, indie-film for a friend, with Taos as the location, that Tammi declared she wanted to retire in Taos. The Taos magic blessed that statement.

After a bit of remodeling, we decided to try the vacation rental business and we have loved renting our home out for others to enjoy! We have had the most amazing guests and they have all added to the charm of our home. We moved here full-time in 2012 and have purchased two other homes since 2007. Dave maintains and cleans our vacation rentals and keeps the home fires burning! Tammi is in charge of booking and guest communications and is Dave's cleaning assistant. Our homes are sparkling clean.

What makes this property unique

Views, privacy, luxury and coziness above all! Oh, and enchantment-fancy word for magic.
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