Custom remodeled mountain home in the Village of Taos Ski Valley, short walk to ski trails (450 feet). Hear the calming sounds of the Rio Hondo creek from a large private deck with western views. The ultimate quiet, private retreat with easy access to ski valley amenities. The new Pioneer beginner lift allows access from the base area directly across from the chalet.
Three bedrooms, three bathrooms, 2700 sq. ft. Spacious enclosed loft with private sleeping/reading nook perfect for families and friends. Gourmet kitchen with granite island, fully-equipped for vacation entertaining or simple cooking. Radiant heat with high-efficiency fireplace.
Discover the best-kept ski secret in the west with no lift lines! Stunning western views of dramatic alpine valley in all seasons. Summer access to hiking trails, mountain biking, horseback-riding and Wheeler Peak wilderness and the newest wilderness area in the US, the Columbine/Hondo wilderness.
Loft description
Loft: Main room is 20'x16', with separate 10'x4' sleeping/reading nook. Beds include bunk bed with double mattresses top and bottom, plus twin bed with trundle-bed that pulls out and up for another twin (together same size as king). Loft is enclosed and private from downstairs. Loft has full bathroom with separated sink and shower/tub/toilet areas, so one guest can have a private shower while access remains open to sink/prep. The cozy reading nook provides a quiet retreat, with a double futon for sleeping. Two full-size lounge chairs and dresser, along with two chairs and a table for small ones complete this perfect play/sleep space for families.
Main floor description
Main Floor: Entry into kitchen/ dining room, with an open floor plan that can seat more than 10 people at dining table and granite island. The dining table has two leaves, seats 8-9, and is perfect for group meals or family games. The kitchen has stainless steel counters with integrated farm sink, and top-end stainless appliances. The counter-depth fridge holds a week's worth of provisions and refreshments. The granite island has garnet accents that glow in the warm lighting, and halogen spotlights make for a bright, functional, modern entertaining space. Microwave, electric teapot, crockpot and blender are included, along with a coffee station (drip, not Keurig). The dining room opens into a great room with vaulted ceiling, including leather couch, love-seat and reclining chair. A high-efficiency fireplace pumps out heat and mountain charm. A game/puzzle table leads to the staircase to loft. Great room opens onto deck with panoramic western views.
Master bedroom (14'x12') with Serta queen pillowtop mattress and bathroom with oversize soaking tub complete the main floor. Custom window with grand western view from bed to private mountain vista. Private entry to deck with shaded portal from master bedroom.
Entry-level description
Initial entry into mudroom with lots of hooks and an oak bench (refinished oak pew from a historic church in Denver) for removing boots/gear. Stairs to main floor, and private 3rd bedroom on entry-level with separate keyed entry and private shower/bathroom. Queen-size bed with comfortable Serta pillow-top mattress, and armoire/dresser that will hold your clothes and gear.
Keywords: ski chalet, mountain retreat