RATES LOWERED! Walk to Plaza, Fenced in Backyard, KING Bed, WiFi, HD TV, Netflix
About the property
- Cottage320 sqft
- Bedrooms1
- Sleeps2
- Bathrooms1
- Half Baths0
- Minimum Stay2 - 5 nights
Casita, A/C, Private, Large Fenced-in Yard, Driveway Parking, CLEAN!
Save money on this cozy adobe casita with a private backyard 3 blocks from historic Taos Plaza. It’s the perfect place for romance and doesn't cost an arm and a leg. Minimum stay is TWO NIGHTS (except holidays). KING bed. Rent for two nights to two or three weeks, but we do not offer monthly rentals since our cleaning crew needs steady work - and they're the best. This casita is well appointed with basic supplies and very clean!
If you're drawn to Taos, you're probably a skier (it's excellent at nearby Taos Mountain) or you’re spiritual (our upstairs loft even has a meditation bench) or you’re into health and fitness (yoga mat and weights supplied.)
Wood floors and tongue-in-groove wood ceilings in both rooms add a special charm and the hand-plastered walls in the bedroom are tinted a salmon color that makes your skin look fantastic. The bedroom has a comfortable king-sized bed, adorned with four king size pillows, 400 thread count 100% cotton sheets, as many blankets as you want and, of course, a reading lamp on each side. Guests say it is very clean and comfortable. There's a full-length mirror plus an iron and a full size ironing board.
The tall shade trees in the backyard keep the casita cool, but if there’s a heat spell, just turn on the a/c. The private backyard is yours alone and has a charcoal grill and a small wrought-iron table with chairs. It is completely fenced in, but sorry, the enclosed hot tub is for guests of Casa Montoya (VRBO #67696), the larger property in front that sleeps 2 to 4 people, is 650 sf and features a large, fully-equipped kitchen, kiva gas fireplace, king bed and queen sofabed.
This casita has a kitchenette in the living room with 2-burner gas cook top, under-counter refrigerator, stainless steel sink, filtered water pitcher, toaster-oven, electric griddle, microwave and coffee maker. We regularly supply and refill condiments, cooking oils and spices and even some basic food items like coffee, tea, cereal, peanut butter and jelly, pasta and pasta sauce if you come in late and want a bite to eat, it's here! If you don’t feel like cooking, there are excellent restaurants within walking distance.
Bring your laptop (we have wireless internet) and your cell phone (we don’t have a telephone). If your favorite TV show is on while you'll be gone, just record it. We have a flat screen TV, Dish Hi Definition TV with DVR. And Netflix! A gas stove in the living room has a thermostat so you can be as toasty as you want. The bedroom has a/c, baseboard electric heat and there's a separate electric heater in the bathroom. The bathroom is small (no tub) with Mexican tiles, a hand-painted sink, and a Saltillo tile floor - plus a hair dryer and stocked medicine cabinet.
Casita Montoya is less expensive than our other vacation rental in Taos, but it’s quite charming and comfortable. It's small, but larger than a motel room and has a large backyard, approximately 30' x 30'. In the summer it’s always cool, (we have a/c) and toasty warm in winter! It’s a half-mile walk to the historic Plaza with lots of charming stores and galleries along the way on Kit Carson Road. The large fenced-in backyard has tall shade trees which keep it shady for you.
This is a non-smoking rental. One well-behaved dog allowed (well… maybe two). Private parking in the driveway.
Considered 'sacred' by many of the residents, Taos Mountain is a world-class ski resort. Taos has a rich history and cultural heritage, with numerous galleries, museums and festivals you can walk to from Casita Montoya. You'll love this place!
Keywords: casita
Owner
Ellen Wood
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within one hour
- Speaks:
- english
- Calendar last updated:
- Apr 17, 2018
About Ellen Wood
Since 2007 I've been writing and giving inspirational talks (about growing younger!) and I'm currently writing my second book. Can I brag a little? My audio book, 'Think and Grow Young - Powerful Steps to Create a Life of Joy' won the 2011 gold Nautilus Award and I am blessed with four children, two stepchildren, two foster daughters, 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. And for you, my wonderful, beautiful daughter Harper manages Casa Montoya and Casita Montoya. Her presence of mind, artistic nature and attention to detail makes sure the rentals are beautiful, in shape, well stocked and super clean.
Ellen Wood purchased this Cottage in 2004
Why Ellen Wood chose Taos
There's no place more magical or inspiring than Taos! And although small, this is a joyful house. The large, fenced in backyard sets it above and beyond others of its kind. It's close proximity to Taos attractions, yet on a quiet street make this casita very appealing. It is so sweet, it feels magical and inspiring too, just like Taos!
What makes this Cottage unique
It's uniquely less expensive, though charming and comfortable. In the summer it's always cool, and toasty warm in winter! It's an easy walk to the historic Plaza with lots of delightful stores and galleries along the way. The private, fenced-in backyard has tall cottonwood trees which keep it cool and shady for you. In the summertime, sit back and watch the hummingbirds flitter about.
Amenities
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- Air Conditioning
- Heater
- Fireplace
- Satellite or Cable
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 1 Bedrooms, Sleeps 2
- Bedroom1 king
- King size bed (1). Quality, 100% cotton linens. Allergen-free duvet and pillows. Classic Taos Pueblo style, hand plastered adobe walls. Reading lamp on both sides of bed. Variety of best-seller novels in each nightstand. TV viewable from bed. Games, playing cards, CD player, DVD player, a small selection of DVDs, etc in cabinet below TV. Tastefully decorated.
Bathrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Handmade Mexican tiles on walls, counter and backsplash, matching sink is also hand-painted. Saltillo tile floor. Bathroom shower is tall enough for the tallest person, but narrow. Shower measures approximately 30" deep and 30" wide. Shampoo, Conditioner and Body Wash provided, as well as absorbent 100% cotton terrycloth plush towels. Medicine cabinet is stocked with Qtips, toothpaste, Acetamenophin, Ibuprofen, hand lotion, hair dryer, disposable shower caps among other common bathroom items.
Location Type
- DowntownTaos Plaza is a half-mile walk.
Theme
- Historic
- Romantic
- Tourist Attractions
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Iron & Board
- Air ConditioningRoom air conditioner in bedroom.
- Gas FireplaceFreestanding black iron, gas burning stove. Warm and picturesque without effort or sooty smoke as in similar wood burning stoves.
- Hair Dryer
- HeatingGas fireplace in Living Room and baseboard electric in bedroom.
- InternetWiFi high-speed internet
- Fitness Room / EquipmentIn the loft you will find weights, a yoga mat and meditation bench.
- Linens Provided100% cotton, high thread count bed linens. Extra pillows, blankets and throws in closet and coffee table trunk.
- Living RoomCouch is next to gas fireplace in living area. Up to date travel booklets, dining and gallery guides to read close by. An assortment of novels in the bedroom, too.
- Parking Off Street
- Towels ProvidedTwo full size bath towels, plus one hand towel and one washcloth per guest.
- Wireless InternetWireless only. There is no plug for wired internet.
Kitchen
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking UtensilsNumerous spatulas, wooden spoons, wisk, ladel, cork bottle opener, etc. Croc pot and electric grillet too!
- Dishes & UtensilsMore than enough pots, pans, measuring cups, mixing bowls, plates, bowls, glasses, wine glasses, coffee mugs, utensils, etc for your needs!
- KitchenKitchenette has 2-burner cook top, counter space, under-counter compact refrigerator, stainless steel sink, toaster-oven, tea kettle, microwave, coffeemaker, pots and pans, cooking utensils, dishes, flatware for every need.
- Microwave
- Pantry ItemsAlways in stock are: basic spices, cooking oils, peanut butter, jelly, macaroni and cheese, spaghetti and pasta sauce, cereal, assorted black and herbal teas, coffee, ketchup, mustard and more!
- RefrigeratorUnder-counter refrigerator
- StoveTwo burner gas in-counter cooktop.
- ToasterToaster oven
Dining
- DiningIntimate and quaint table for two.
- Dining Area
- comfy seating for 2 people
Entertainment
- BooksVariety of best-sellers
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- GamesSmall selection of board games and playing cards
- Satellite / CableWe have Dish Satellite, Hi-Definition TV with DVR plus Netflix.
- StereoCD/Stereo player in TV cabinet.
- Television
- Video LibraryA small selection of DVDs
Outside
- Deck / PatioPatio opens onto a backyard with tall cottonwood trees.
- Lawn / GardenBackyard is roughly 30 ft x 30 ft and approximately 1/3rd is lawn.
- Outdoor GrillCharcoal grill in private backyard. Chairs and table for outdoor eating near grill.
Suitability
- not suitable for children
Attractions
- live theater
- churches
- festivals
- health/beauty spa
- library
- cinemas
- museums
- playground
- restaurants
- synagogues
- winery tours
Leisure Activities
- antiquing
- bird watching
- boating
- horseback riding
- scenic drives
- shopping
- sight seeing
- sledding
- walking
- wildlife viewing
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- mountain biking
- cross country skiing
- fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- hot air ballooning
- hunting
- cycling
- mountain climbing
- mountaineering
- rafting
- rock climbing
- skiing
- snowboarding
- snowmobiling
- water skiing
Notes
- This casita is just 2 rooms plus small bath but does have a curved stairway to a charming loft for meditation, relaxing, enjoying private space, looking down on your partner preparing dinner... You can't stand up in it (unless you're really, really short) but there's a meditation bench and a folding mattress shaped into seating, a rug, pillows, yoga mat and weights.
87 Reviews
Latest reviews
Perfect cozy place to stay for our family!!
Charming Casita Near Taos Plaza
Convenient and Cozy
Casita Montoya was perfect for us and our dog.
Clean, cozy
excellent
Location
Historic Taos Plaza is 3 blocks away, walk to restaurants, galleries, museums, the park, shops, the theater (Taos Community Auditorium) or stay in and enjoy your private backyard.