Entry to Casa del Monte
Location: Taos, New Mexico, USA (1 Hour 15 min North of Santa Fe) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Den, 4 Baths (Sleeps 8)
This spectacular Taos, New Mexico vacation home, featured in Architectural publications, invites you to enjoy extraordinary views, luxurious living, uniquely beautiful accommodation and privacy with a very convenient location.
Situated on 2 1/4 private acres among pinion, juniper, and aspen, Casa Del Monte is a custom-built, contemporary adobe home with comforting Southwest touches including romantic arches, 3 kiva fireplaces, viga/latilla ceilings and southwestern ceramic tile throughout. Comfortable radiant floor heating.
Soak in the stars in your private Hot Tub.
Premium Satellite TV in 2 rooms.
From the living room enjoy incredible views of Taos Valley, Taos Mountain to the north, Talpa mountains to the south, the Pedernal Peak near Abiquiu to the southwest, and even southern Colorado to the northwest.
With all its privacy and views, Casa del Monte is located just 7 minutes from the Taos Plaza (less than 2 miles) shopping needs and a variety of many fine restaurants. In addition, Taos Ski Valley's top rated skiing and snow boarding, river rafting on the Rio Grande, fly fishing and incredible hiking are all close by.
CASA DEL MONTE'S FEATURES:
2 LIVING ROOMS:
A main living room with a kiva fireplace, built-in sound system and the incredible views described above. As a friend said, “Being in your living room is like being on the bridge of the Starship Enterprise".
A second living room with Kiva fireplace, couch, sitting bancos & coffee table.
Open dining room with a beautiful mountain view adjacent to living room; a large dining table sits 8-10.
2 KITCHENS:
A large fully equipped main kitchen with side-by-side refrigerator, 4 burner gas cook top, gas wall oven, micro wave oven, toaster oven, dishwasher, blender, large assortment of pots, pans, cooking utensils, cooking spices, pancake grill, lots of dishes, glasses & flatware.
The second smaller kitchen is adjacent to the second living room and is also equipped with a side-by-side refrigerator, dishwasher, toaster oven, gas range oven, a smaller assortment of pots, pans, dishes, flatware, glasses, etc.
Sleeps 6 people in 3 bedrooms and 2 in the Den
MASTER BEDROOM SUITE with Kiva fireplace, king size bed, his and hers separate bathrooms, large closets, 32”W LCD DVD HDTV combo flat screen television. This bedroom adjoins a large southwestern style patio with hot-tub.
SECOND BEDROOM with king size bed, chest of drawers and closet, private entrance, opens to quiet court yard.
THIRD BEDROOM with queen size bed, chest of drawers, closet, private entrance, opens to adjoining court yard.
Both second and third bedrooms have their own private entrance.
A large bathroom with a tub/shower combination serves these two bedrooms.
A LARGE ROOM WITH OFFICE FACILITIES including computer, full internet connection and printer. There is also a massage table, additional table and two chairs.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES:
DEN with 32”W LCD DVD HDTV combo flat screen television and full size sleeper couch. There is a full bathroom with a tub/shower combination next to this room.
A hot tub for 4.
A special round meditation room.
A laundry room with washer and dryer.
A deck with views of Taos and 3 mountain ranges.
A fully enclosed 2 car garage.
A small pond with waterfall.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage: Full two car
- Wood Fireplace: Southwestern style Kiva
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: More than Basic! plus movie channels.
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Private Hot Tub: 4 person
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Mountain View: Incredible views of Taos Valley and 3 mountain ranges
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer: Dell E520, Broadband internet, Epson printer.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Meditation Room, Massage table, assorted toiletries, welcome basket.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Upon approval
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
From $300-750/night Rates may vary (holidays & Length of Stay)
10/18/2009 - 11/24/2009 $300/night
11/25/2009 - 12/17/2009 $375/night
12/18/2009 - 1/3/2010 $750/night
1/4/2010 - 3/11/2010 $375/night
3/12/2010 - 3/20/2010 $675/night
3/21/2010 - 4/3/2010 $375/night
4/4/2010 - 5/13/2010 $300/night
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1996
Why the Owner Chose Taos
We built this architect designed home high in the hills overlooking the town of Taos, Taos Valley and 3 beautiful mountain ranges, because we love Taos. it is beautiful in many respects ... the people, the energy, the history, the prominence of artistic expression.
Owner's Map of Taos
Both my wife and I are artists so we enjoy the natural beauty of Taos, outdoor activities, the uniqueness and diversity of the wonderful people here, the many galleries, musical productions, a variety of cuisine and fine dining, and the peaceful atmosphere.
Property Photos
- Entry to Casa del Monte - Taos Vacation House with Great Mountain Views
- Main living room, spectacular mountain views! - Taos Vacation House with Great Mountain Views
- Spacious gourmet kitchen, open layout adjoins dining room - Taos Vacation House with Great Mountain Views
- Master suite, his & her baths, kiva fireplace, 32" LCD/HD/DVD TV
- Deck with views of Taos and beyond
- Private 4 person hot tub
- Her bath in master bedroom suite
- Taos Mountain view from living room couch
- Atrium, adjoins 2 bedrooms, 2nd kitchen, 2nd livingroom and bath
- Queen bedroom, private entrance, adjoins court yard
- King bedroom 32" LCD/HD/DVD TV, private entrance, adjoins court yard
- Second Living room
- Back patio
- Dining room, wonderful views seats up to 10
- Private office, includes computer, internet, printer
- Office also includes a professional massage table
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #201924
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