El Salto Mountain from East Front Portal
Location: Taos, New Mexico, USA (Arroyo Seco Between Taos & Taos Ski Valley 8 miles from each)
Accommodations: 1 Home Divided Into 2 Casitas, 2 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-9)
Chuparosa is Spanish for Hummingbird, a favorite and frequent visitor to this beautiful and genuine adobe home nestled in the foothills of the majestic Sangre De Cristo Mountains. 360 degree views offer unobstructed El Salto Mountain to the east, Taos to the south, Abiquiu to the west and Lama to the north. Located on the acequia, this wonderful place is truly an oasis in the desert with its trees and water. The internationally recognized art community of Taos is a beautiful 15 minute drive as is the Taos ski resort, which offers both skiing and snowboarding. We are close to Red River and Angel Fire which also offers skiing and snowboarding. The resort of Ojo Caliente is one hour away making it a wonderful day trip. There are numerous mountain biking and hiking trails, both in the mountains and in the desert.
The Taos Pueblo, which is the oldest continuous Pueblo in the country, offers year around festivals and activities.
Chuparosa was the first home built in Los Altos, Arroyo Seco and captures the spirit of the southwestern architecture. Numerous hand crafted details and doors fill this unique adobe home. Both casitas offer Kiva fireplaces, full kitchens, outdoor hot tubs, community laundry with separate entrances and local art.
The east casita, Chuparosa, will accommodates 5, with a king size bed in the private bedroom, a double banco in the living room, both pillowtop mattresses, and a single futon stored in the closet. The living room and kitchen view is of the acequia and the dining room of El Salto Mountain. Two entrances to the bath area affords excellent privacy.The kitchen is fully equiped with built a in dishwasher, microwave and all common appliances, as well as linens, dishware and cooking utensils. The hot tub is outside, private and close enough to hear the acequia.
The west casita, Cuervo (crow), offers a king bed, with memory foam, in the private bedroom, a queen sofa sleeper and a single electric mattress. The floor to ceiling windows in the kitchen and living room look out onto the Sangre De Cristo mountain range and, most notably, Taos Mountain which is part of the Indian reservation. The bath area has two entrances for additional privacy. The kitchen is fully equiped with a modern pull up dishwasher, microwave, all common appliances, linens, dishware and cooking utensils. The hot tub is located in a small enclosed adobe garden.
Our Chuparosa guests are invited to enjoy the amenities of the Los Altos community including the beautiful indoor pool, sauna and steam room, community room, tennis courts and basketball court.
Looking for more space or additional amenities? Our caretakers are Pam and Jim Maisey, owners of the beautiful Salsa del Salto Bed and Breakfast. This beautiful B and B has 10 rooms, gourmet breakfast and afternoon snackes. The great room is very large with windows offering unobstructed views of El Salto mountain and an enormous fireplace. This is the perfect place for weddings, reunions and conferences. Chuparosa offers private casitas for the bride and groom, special family members or guest speakers for your conference. As a guest of Chuparosa, you are invited to explore additional amenities offered by Salsa del Salto such as breakfast or daily housekeeping. If interested please contact them directly at
575-776-2422.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Hot Tub
- Shared Pool
- Sauna
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Both Casitas offer a Kiva Fireplace, Wood, Kitchen with a microwave, all common appliances, cookware and dishes, Linens, Grill and Private Hot tub, Common laundry area with Washer and Dryer, Non-Smoking, Some Pets Allowed
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Mountain & Road Biking, White Water Rafting, Taos Shopping, Art & Pueblo Festivals, Spectacular Sunset Viewing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Apr/Nov (Off Season Special) ....... $110/night (cleaning fee less than 3 nights).
Summer/Fall .. One Casita ......... $135/night (3 night minimum).
Ski Season ... One Casita ..... $145-$200/night (3 night minimum).
Holidays ..... One Casita ..... $200-$250/night (5 night minimum).
Discounted Month Rates available.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #4624
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