Location: Taos, New Mexico, USA (Taos) View Map
Accommodations: Adobe Home, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-10)
The adobe walls of Tierra Madre are cool in the summer and warm in winter. This spacious home was designed with the comfort of guests in mind. An adobe house feels like no other. Heavy beams (vigas) span the ceilings in the traditional manner while thick plaster coats the walls. Warmth is provided by radiant floor heat. Imagine living as the Pueblo Indians have for thousands of years, but with all of the modern conveniences. Yes, you can even bring your own notebook computer and enjoy the free wi-fi.
Tierra Madre is north of town, just 15 minutes from the ski valley and five minutes from town. You will feel like you have come home as you snuggle under down comforters and build a fire in the Kiva fireplace. Everything is provided from an espresso coffeemaker to comfortable chairs for those afternoons when all you want to do is read a book.
The outside hot tub is the perfect place to watch shooting stars dart across the dark skies of Taos. For those of you who can't get enough of the great outdoors an adobe walled flagstone patio overlooks the vast expanse of BIA land (Indian Pueblo land). Only an occasional cow can be seen from this private getaway.
It is obvious why the famous painter RC Gorman chose to live right across the road. This is a place of special beauty.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking: Park and you can turn around in the wide driveway
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (3)
- Convertible Bed (2)
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2)
- DVD (2)
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Private Hot Tub
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio (2)
- View/Location
- Mountain View: Fantastic views out the front and the back. Unobstructed mountain views out the front picture windows. Sunset views over the Mesa out the back picture window.
- Communications
- Telephone (4)
- Computer w/ Dial-up Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): The house is a free high speed WiFi zone so bring your notebook computer and cruise the web. Or you can use our desk top computer connect to dial up service.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Hot Air Ballooning
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
3 night minimum.
Low summer .................. $175/night.
High summer ................. $225/night.
Low winter................... $200/night.
High winter(Non-Holidays) ... $250/night. Spring break $350/night
Christmas and New Years ..... $550/night.(5 night min)
Off season................... $150/night
NOTE: Discounts for weekly or longer stays,except holidays.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:


Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2003
Why the Owner Chose Taos
We vacationed in Taos in 1990's and fell in love with it. We returned time and time again until We bought a house in 1999 and moved to Taos in 2000. We loved the year round beauty of the mountains, the artists, and fantastic sunshine. We finally found the perfect piece of land to build a custom home and built a home with the views, comfort and privacy as our first 3 priorities. It has BIA (Bureau of Indian Affairs)land on 2 sides for maximum privacy. It is located between Taos and Ski Valley , close to everything yet it is a relaxing private place.
The Unique Benefits at this Adobe Home
Sunset views, mountain views. Sitting on the flagstone patio sipping on my morning coffee, soaking up the sunshine and the beautiful views. The perfect way to start the day.
After a great day of skiing, hiking, hitting the river, biking or taking in some new galleries I love to wait until after dark, turn out all the house lights and go out to the Jaccuzzi and just sit in the dark with the jets off and watch the bright stars.
2 story adobe house with 8 ft adobe walls all around it (it became a Charter school after RC passed on).
Hundreds of acres of vacant BIA (Bureau of Indian Affairs)land behind the house for maximum privacy
Owner's Map of Taos
We vacationed in Taos in 1990's and fell in love with it. We returned time and time again until we bought a house in 1999 and moved to Taos in 2000. We loved the year round beauty of the mountains, the artists, and fantastic sunshine. We finally found the perfect piece of land to build a custom home and built a home with the views, comfort and privacy as our first 3 priorities. It has BIA (Bureau of Indian Affairs)land on 2 sides for maximum privacy. It is located between Taos and Ski Valley , close to everything yet it is a relaxing private place.
Property Photos
- Tierra Madre - Taos, NM - New Mexico Rental Lodging - Near Ski Resort!
- Entrance into Front Courtyard - Taos, NM - New Mexico Rental Lodging - Near Ski Resort!
- View from the driveway - Taos, NM - New Mexico Rental Lodging - Near Ski Resort!
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Looking out living room window
- bedroom with bath
- Second bedroom with private views
- Comfortable third bedroom-all bedrooms have queen beds
- Front entry and view to private drive
- wild flowers
- Back patio overlooks vast Indian land
- Wild flower garden patio
- wild flower garden patio
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