'Casa Carmen" in Summertime! Walkways, shade and beautiful spacious yards...
Location: Arroyo Seco, New Mexico, USA (8 Miles to Taos Plaza and 10 Miles to Taos Ski Valley) View Map
Accommodations: Chalet, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: PRIVATE HAND- HEWN BAVARIAN LOG HOUSE-TWO STORY WITH WRAP AROUND PORCH DOWNSTAIRS AND TWO OUTSIDE DECKS UPSTAIRS BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED WITH THE MOST BEAUTIFUL VIEWS.
Review #2272615 Charming Casa
My husband and I had a wonderful weekend at Casa Carmen. The place was so charming and interesting since the owner has many of his pieces of art work in the casa.....very clean with wonderful smells and magical lamps. The hosts were so very gracious and welcoming to us and to our dogs. We loved the art studio, the beautiful yard and the walking trail. They have many little sitting areas and unexpected surprises to discover. The upper decks were perfect for watching the sunset with a glass of wine. This was truly a place of enchantment. We would recommend this place to any couple or girls get away.
Skiing, Bicycling, Hiking,Rafting, Ballooning, Fishing, Fine Restaurants, Art Galleries and Museums less than 10 minutes away. Dark skies and millions of stars keep you company at night!
It is most preferable and efficient if you call for availability, questions, assistance and clarifications. In this manner, you receive the highest and most personalized levels of attention to your needs. Further, negotiation of rates and discounts offered only to they who call. I am available seven days a week from 8:00 AM until 11:00 PM.
Please dial 575-770-0393 or 575-758-3320. Save time and money if you call rather than send an email.
Casa Carmen may be best described as the Sunrise and the Sunset House. You are bathed continually with our immense New Mexico sun and artist's light. The 360 degree views are stunning, inspirational, beckoning to mind and spirit. A wonderful feature of the home is the incredible interior and exterior lighting. For the property, a DVD has been produced.
The home was built by the owners of adobe and hand-hewn logs. It is a stunning two level guest house of 1200 square feet. An interior spiral stair case connects the levels. There is also a wide exterior stair.
The second level is designed as a parlor for conversation, sleeping, entertainment area, also with a table that seats four. There are two fantastic decks: The sunrise deck and the sunset deck. Each are spacious and wonderful for dining, entertaining, conversation, and of course viewing the expanse of Taos Valley and Taos Mountain nearby. You can almost touch the mountains!
The first level consists of wonderful sunroom, a bedroom, the country kitchen, the living room with dining area, and a full bath. The first level has south and east facing portals (covered porches) with comfortable outdoor seating.
A new hot tub is yours to enjoy outdoors in sun or starlight. The views are wonderful from its location!
Located in a grove of Aspens and Evergreens and surrounded by 150 acres of private land, raised flower beds and flagstone paths wander through the trees and expansive yard.
The home is decorated with the paintings of Pat Woodall, the owner, and other prominent Taos artists. A delightful collection of folk art also adorns the home. The grounds and gardens have been designed by Carmen Woodall. Many outdoor delights await you with inviting comfort for your leisure. The outdoor lounging areas also have chimineas and a brazier for evening fires beneath the star-filled New Mexico night skies. Out here, there exists no light, noise, or visual pollution.
You are a few minutes from the charming village of Arroyo Seco offering fine restaurants, shops, location of the famous Taos Cow, and a infamous local tavern!! It is only a 10 minute drive to the historic Taos Plaza and a 20 minute drive to Taos Ski Valley for world-class skiing or Hiking, Fishing, Horseback Riding,or Bicycling where Lance Armstrong trains.
Pat and Carmen are nearby to assist you when called upon. Being the charming hosts they are, they will welcome you into their beautiful home for viewing, conversations, refreshments, and provide information about the entire area. They have been residents of Taos for twenty six years. In short, you have a knowledgeable concierge. If you need an easel, one is provided!
Casa Carmen is perfect for one to six guests. A wonderful experience offering authenticity, spaciousness, incredible views, and superb guest services. Pat also offers painting lessons if interested. The guest house is ideal for artists, writers, they who desire rare travel opportunities and being close to outdoor activities. You are, as well, only a short drive from everything a world-renowned art and literary colony offers.
To discover the wonderful features and amazing setting of this home, and to negotiate, it is always best to CALL. I am available to assist you with your questions, travel needs, and complete details related to Casa Carmen and Taos.
Please ring number listed in the first paragraph.
You may contact me seven days a week from 8:00 AM until 10:00 PM. You will be happy you had! My name is PAT and my wife,Carmen. We can offer a refreshing level of assistance relative to your vacation needs and information.
Thank You!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : upon arrangement with owner
- Dryer : upon arrangement with owner
- Linens Provided : Laundry is available for you to use for the costs of detergent and fabric softener that you use. It is a wonderful unit! Towels, hand towels, face towels, are plentiful and our responsibility to wash and keep you stocked.
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace : outside
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : killer stereo inside on both floors with Bose outside speakers on both decks. remote to 6 disc cd player, amplifier with fm radio .
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : There is a full kitchen with natural gas stove and oven. two sinks, coffee percolator, refrigerator, microwave, full sets of dishes, extensive stainless steel cookware, spices, and serving bowls.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : see above
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : there is a a gas grill or homemade charcoal grill and we do have a smoker if you would like to smoke some meat or vegetables.
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio (3) : there is also an outside brazier in a Japanese Garden and lots of firewood for outdoor bonfires and sitting around the campfire.Also there is a a gas grill or homemade charcoal grill and we do have a smoker if you would like to smoke some meat or vegetables.There is an artist easel for your use inside and out also!
- Balcony
- Gazebo
- View/Location
- Mountain View : A Garden Tour Featured Site 2012. Located in a grove of aspen trees, the grounds have flagstone walking paths and flower gardens, many trees, grasses and running water through the propery. Hiking trails start from the property and there is an exercise park, balance beam, trampoline, and pull up bar and old style tall swing set. There is a raised "fort with a slide" for the kids! We have two cross country mountain bikes for your use and of course, the hot tub. . ..It will show you the 275 acres around our place inhabited by but a few cows. You can walk 3 miles from out place without stepping on asphalt roads. It is a bird sanctuary at our home, with a lot of natural wild life to see!
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : wifi availabe for your useage
- Other Amenities
- Spacious Outdoor Lawns and Japanese Gardens, Chimineas and Brazier for Outdoor Fires, Outdoor Sitting Areas, Swing Sets, Hammock, Trampoline, Children's Outdoor Playhouse, Stunning Outdoor Lighting, Outdoor Music Feature, Outdoor Dining, Umbrellas, 360 views, Privacy, Serene. Located among a grove of Aspens, walking paths and hiking trails are there for your useage! Sunbathing patios and and star gazing too.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : upon prior arrangement with owners.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Ask about the exclusive Taos Inner Passages for guests, Cultural Immersion Expeditions, Personal introductions to artists, painting classes, writing workshops, pottery workshops, photography workshops, personal tour guide with a Taos historian and resident of 25 years, Information about and access to privately owned Earthship homes, Classes for educators, K-12, for Professional Growth Credits
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Rates .. $150-$500/Night (3 Night Minimum unless special cir) .. $1000-$1800/Week.
Call or email for specific rates based on how many and the length of your stay!
Negotiable - More Than One Week and Monthly.
Truly Hosted and Offered by Owners, Not an Agency. You Save!
No lodger's tax added. You only pay gross receipts tax.
Always Open to Negotiation! Especially if you Call.
Dec 20-Jan 05 .. Major Holidays, Spring Break, call for Rates.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Casa Carmen-the Private House Near Taos and the Ski Valley!
Why the Owner Chose Arroyo Seco
We built it To Be Natural and Within the Grove of Trees and Gardens!
The Unique Benefits at this Chalet
A House for you and your family! Privacy, Quiet, Close to everything, Wooded with Water and So Very Unique!
Charming village of Arroyo Seco! Sabrosa's Restaurant, Taos Cow Ice Cream and Coffee, Sol Food-Organic Groceries, Barts Burger and Brews, and Abe's Cantina and Package Store. Just to mention a few!!!
Owner's Map of Arroyo Seco
Pat is an professional Artist for 23 years with 30 years of building as a General Contractor.Carmen is a phd in Psychology and a Framer for 26 years. They own Pat Woodall Fine Art Gallery and Southwest Framers in downtown Taos, a real life mom and pop business!
The "Casa Carmen" reflects their experience and creativity!
Property Photos
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- 'Casa Carmen" in Summertime! Walkways, shade and beautiful spacious yards... - Arroyo Seco, New Mexico Rental
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- Full View North Side-Bavarian chalet-outside staircase to upstairs decks, yard. - Arroyo Seco, New Mexico Rental
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- Partial Southeast side showing the wraparound porch and the Sunrise Deck above! - Arroyo Seco, New Mexico Rental
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- Sunrise Deck/Dining with the view of the Sangre de Christo mountains and skies
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- Parlor Bedroom Upstairs- beautiful dormers, wood beams, access to both decks
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- Great room downstairs with radiant heating, wood beams,floors, 12 scenic windows
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- Through the Japanese Garden- an outside brazier for bonfires and star watching
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- Living Room Toward Country Kitchen With Wood Beams, Wood Flooring, Radiant Heat
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- Candycanes and tons of Snow All Winter Long, Snow Sweeping by Owners!
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- Country Kitchen Detail-Beautiful Lace Curtains,Wood Counters, Natural Gas Stove
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- South Side Entry and Portal Detail to how 10 foot Double Doors, Post and Corbel
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- Casa Carmen last fall during Indian Summer showing just how beautiful it is..
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- Detail East Portal-Gas Barbecue Grill-Sit and Enjoy the Mountains One Mile Away
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- Foyer Entry and South Facing Sunroom-7 Windows Facing South With 10 foot Ceiling
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- Flagstone Walks under the canopy of Aspens that lead to the Hot Tub and onward
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- View from the Hot Tub of turning Aspens in Fall-the grassy lawn and flagstone..
Traveler Reviews (1)
Charming Casa
Guest: Di
(Oak Point, TX 75068)
Date of Stay: 07/29/11
Review Submitted: 08/02/11
My husband and I had a wonderful weekend at Casa Carmen. The place was so charming and interesting since the owner has many of his pieces of art work in the casa.....very clean with wonderful smells and magical lamps. The hosts were so very gracious and welcoming to us and to our dogs. We loved the art studio, the beautiful yard and the walking trail. They have many little sitting areas and unexpected surprises to discover. The upper decks were perfect for watching the sunset with a glass of wine. This was truly a place of enchantment. We would recommend this place to any couple or girls get away.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, romantic getaway, age 55+, pet owners.
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