Location: Taos, New Mexico, USA (Between Taos & Taos Ski Valley on the Valdez Rim Road) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: Home
Nestled at the foot of Taos Mountain off the Valdez Rim Road, Stella Luna, our 1500 square foot, two bedroom, two bath home sits on a quiet lane. It's just 15 mins from the slopes of Taos Ski Valley, 15 mins from the Town of Taos & Taos Plaza, and 5 mins from the charming village of Arroyo Seco. Extraordinary views in all directions, high ceilings throughout, large windows, and a floor plan that offers both open space and privacy come together to create a home that graciously welcomes you back after a day of skiing, sightseeing, or shopping. In fact, if you're like us, you might never want to leave Stella Luna at all!
Our lovely home offers a spacious, master suite with a King bed, attached office/nursery, TV/DVD, a Jacuzzi bath, and walk-in closet & dressing area. The second bedroom, conveniently separated from the master by the common living space, comes with a queen bed & double futon, TV/DVD, and an amazing view of Taos Mtn. While the house can comfortably sleep four adults, it can easily accommodate two more on the sleeper sofa in the living room.
A cozy fire in the kiva fireplace will warm your bones while you dine or relax in the comfortable living area. Being travelers, cooks, and foodies ourselves, Stella Luna provides you with a well-equipped kitchen and a home tastefully decorated with furnishings, art and objects from near and far. A selection of movies, books, and games will help you unwind from your life in the real world. To soothe those aching limbs and enjoy our spectacular New Mexico skies, there's a hot tub on the back deck; from the SW facing portal you get views of the Truchas, El Pedernal (a leitmotif of Georgia O'Keeffe), sunsets, and the neighbor’s grazing cows.
We love children and they're welcome at Stella Luna. We'll work with you to provide you the amenities you need.
If you'd rather be right in town, or if Stella Luna is booked please consider #200156 or #370389 our in town properties right off Kit Carson Road and steps away from the El Monte Sagrado resort.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking : Private Lane
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Ample Room for either
- Wood Fireplace : A Kiva fireplace, traditional to the pueblos and villages of Northern New Mexico
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed : One double sized Sofa bed; one double sized futon bed; one queen sized Aero bed
- Crib : Porta Crib & High Chair on premises
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Private Hot Tub
- Cable/Satellite TV : Dish Network
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Library of classics, childrens and foreign DVDs
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided : The Kitchen has everything you'd need to cook for the Holidays.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Propane Grill
- Deck/Patio : Deck with Hot Tub
- View/Location
- Mountain View : East side faces the back of Taos Mountain; to the west is El Perdernal; to the north is Lobo Peak
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Bath Robes, Hair Dryers, Iron, Blender, Juicer, Coffeemaker & Espresso Maker, Toaster Oven, Luxurious Linens Provided,
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Art Galleries, Star Gazing, Seasonal Festivals;River Rafting;Hot air Ballooning; Disc Golfing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Low Season (Mid-April through Thanksgiving):
$165/night (3+ nights) .. $200/night (1-2 nights) .. $995/week .. $3000/month
High Season ( from Thanksgiving through Mid-April):
$225/night (3+ nights) .. $275/night (1-2 nights) .. $1250/week.
Holiday (Thanksgiving Week & Chrismas/New Years's week)
$275/night (3+ nights) .. $325/night (1-2 nights) .. $1500/week.
Above Rates Are for up to 4 People; Additional at $15/Night Per Person.
50% Deposit Within 10 Days of Booking; Full Payment 30 Days Before Arrival.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Taos
This is a home in the country, with breathtaking views, quiet, proximity to Arroyo Seco Village and Taos Ski Valley
Property Photos
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- Living Room - Taos Vacation Rental
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- Master Bedroom & Sitting area (king bed) - not shown: Office & Dressing Area - Taos Vacation Rental
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- Second Bedroom w/ Queen bed + Double-Futon Couch/Bed - Taos Vacation Rental
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- Winter view from the Hot Tub towards Taos Ski Valley
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- Master Bath & Dressing Room + Walk-in closet
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- Kitchen w/ seating at the counter
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- Taos Mountain in winter
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- Front Foyer
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- Dining
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- Living Room w/ Kiva fireplace
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- Stella Luna
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- Taos Mountain in summer
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- Stella Luna - the house at the end the rainbow
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- Autumn View of Taos Mountain from Town
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- Over the Rim: the Valdez Valley
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- Humming at the alfalfa
Traveler Reviews (73)
Fantastic Get Away!
Guest: pookie
(Mill Valley, California)
Date of Stay: 11/01/07
Review Submitted: 10/24/07
I recently had the pleasure of experiencing the Arroyo Seco area of Taos and Ski Valley during November when the Aspens were in full color (yellow-gold). Our stay at Stella Luna was exceptional. The owner, Sanjay really knows how to provide all the comforts of home in this vacation rental. There is a 360 degree view of the entire valley and the stars are spectacular at nite because of the romote location. We heard the sounds of the coyotes during the night and were able to take a scenic drive during the day to the top of the mountain at Ski Valley )only a 15 minute drive from the house. Tim's Stray Dog Cantina is a great place to have lunch and eat outdoors on the deck to appreciate the view of the mountains. After hiking and sightseeing, we returned to our vacation home and were able to enjoy the outdoor jacuzzi and take in the views! We relaxed by the Kiva fireplace and had plenty of firewood to stoke the fire all night. We enjoyed the great selection of DVD's and an excellent bottle of Australian Cabernet Savignon compliments of the owner, Sanjay! Can't wait to book my next trip to Stella Luna!
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Family R&R
Guest: Pat D.
Date of Stay: 12/28/11
Review Submitted: 01/04/12
After 14 hours, 3 flights and a 3.5 hr drive from Colorado Springs (cheaper to fly in there) we finally arrived at Stella Luna. The drive down from the airport was easy and we saw the most spectacular sunset ever (even after many years of living in an visiting CO.) Our daughter and fiance arrived earlier and had a fantastic dinner waiting for us! Definitely worth the travel to get there. The house was nicer than expected (pictures didnt' do it justice.) At first we thought we might want to be in Taos proper but we all agreed after going to Taos that being off the beaten path and near Arroyo Seco was the better choice. The house was much more spacious than shown. I loved the high ceilings, views out every window, coyotes yelping at night etc. Sanjay left a fabulous welcome basket of wine, fruit and salsa to get us started which was greatly appreciated. The house was clean and well equiped so you really didn't need anything. If I had one thing to complain about it would be the towels could have been softer! Maybe some fabric softener for the laundry but that's it. The location offered Downhill (which our grown kids did) X-Cty skiing at Red River, hiking at Wild Rivers Rec Area, Questa down to the Rio Grande and good New Mexican food at Orlandos. My husband and I decided we want an adobe home in NM or southern CO! This is the place for outdoor activities not for someone looking to walk the streets and shop. Thanks again for an enjoyable vacation!
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.
A Great Time With Best Friends
Guest: Judy M.
Date of Stay: 10/08/11
Review Submitted: 10/17/11
We could not have found a more perfect place to spend our Fall Vacation with our best friends. The house was designed to accommodate two couples. Sonjay was most generous with supplies of food to get us started. We loved our visits to the small town of Arroyo Seco. Thank you for the use of a wonderful house. Maybe again next year.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+.
Fantastic house!
Guest: Jeanine
(Maryland)
Date of Stay: 08/20/11
Review Submitted: 08/22/11
We have stayed at more than a dozen VRBO homes and in terms of beauty and size of the home, amenities, and location, this is one of the best homes we have ever rented. Sanjay, the owner, greeted us with a well-stocked kitchen (eggs, bread, fruit, wine, etc.) and showed us how to store our trash during our stay (to keep the bears away!). The house is incredibly close to everything you want to do in Taos, Taos Pueblo and Taos ski area, but also secluded. A visit to nearby Arroyo Seco and the store Clair's and the ice cream parlor Taos Cow are essential. The views from every window in this house is amazing. We drifted off to sleep while coyotes yelped nearby. How cool is that?!? Our teens loved the hot tub, Wi-fi and Dish TV, but were just as amazed as my husband and me by the beauty of the home. Thanks Sanjay for making our stay so memorable.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Stella Luna
Guest: Dottie
(Riverside, California)
Date of Stay: 06/16/11
Review Submitted: 06/27/11
I enjoyed my stay at Stella Luna with my 4 nieces. The house was beautiful and met all of our needs. I enjoyed the spa after a hot day of shopping in a wonderful little town. The house was stocked with food and wine and even had a beautiful flower arrangment on the table. I have told my friends what a great time we had and told them that renting a house is a great way to visit a new city.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
A Wonderful "Sister Trip" Getaway!
Guest: Teri
(Reno, NV)
Date of Stay: 06/16/11
Review Submitted: 06/24/11
For anyone considering a stay in Taos, I hope that you'll make Stella Luna your choice of accommodations! My three sisters, my aunt, and I were lucky enough to make Stella Luna our home-away-from-home when we gathered there in mid-June, and the comfort and amenities we found there made our annual trip one to remember. After arriving in the early evening, we were greeted with fresh flowers on the dining room table, and some unbelievably welcome snacks and grocery items in the fridge. The beds were comfy, the artwork appreciated, and the star show from the backyard was unbelievable! We've stayed in other properties in the past, and at no time were we made to feel more welcome than during our stay at Stella Luna due to the professionalism and courtesies extended by Sanjay. Thanks again--and I know we'll be planning a return visit!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Great Vacation Home
Guest: NLJB
(Kansas)
Date of Stay: 10/21/10
Review Submitted: 11/16/10
Very nice well maintained clean home. Kitchen well stocked with cookware needed to prepare a meal, if you want to eat in. Sanjay is a wonderful host. Fresh flowers on the table, bowl of fresh fruit and groceries to prepare breakfast the next morning. Driving instructions are good, best to arrive before dark. Easy drive from Taos on good roads. Floor plan is great for two couples traveling together, bedroom and bath on each side of the living area. We were at Stella Luna in October, enjoyed the hot tub on the deck. Nice view of the mountains. Pizza Outback is great, Taos Dinner for breakfast and Eske's for green chile stew.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Stella Luna
Guest: Mary and John
(Loveland, CO)
Date of Stay: 09/10/10
Review Submitted: 09/21/10
Stella Luna was the perfect place to stay for our 4 days in the Taos area. The owner was extremely helpful and prompt regarding any questions we had about the property or Taos activities. Stella Luna was very clean, great beds and bedding and a well-equiped kitchen. A very peaceful setting with a wonderful back deck. I definitely recommend Stella Luna for two couples or a small family looking for a great place to stay.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Long weekend at Stella Luna
Guest: K & M
(Las Cruces, NM)
Date of Stay: 09/10/10
Review Submitted: 09/15/10
We want to thank you for a great weekend at Stella Luna. We really enjoyed our stay. It was the perfect place for "old" friends to get together. We couldn't have asked for better accomodations, weather, food, countryside and company!
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*****PERFECT*****
Guest: David & Elaine
(Dallas, TX)
Date of Stay: 08/13/10
Review Submitted: 08/27/10
I cannot say enough good things about Stella Luna. We have been renting through VRBO for 9 years and it is, by far, the nicest place we have stayed. Beautifully appointed, every need met, essentials in the frig, biscotti, coffee, wine and the most amazing host. Gourmet kitchen a dream to work in. The afternoon we arrived, we were greated by the owner, shown around and given tips for dining, shopping, etc. The hot tub is a welcoming at the end of a day of shopping, walking, hiking. Our favorite place was a little village about 3-5 miles called Arroyo Seco. It is like being in a village in Old Mexico. Fabulous shops (Claire's for jewelry, JLI Gallery for art) and food. Great tamales at Abes and do not pass up the sweet rolls at Taos Cow. I hate the share Stella Luna with anyone - afraid it will be rapidly booked up but it is truly a great place. You will not be disappointed! David Moore Elaine Winfrey Dallas, TX
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