Situated at the riverfront, this apartment features mountain views and accommodates 2 guests. It includes 1 hot tub and offers a patio for outdoor relaxation. Adventure seekers can enjoy mountain biking, game walks, and snowboarding. The property is in a village near a casino, museum, and shopping area, with attractions like Rio Grande and Manby Hot Springs.
Highlights
Panoramic mountain views
Guests love the sweeping mountain views that frame every part of the stay.
Sledding nearby
A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
Your private hideaway
Guests love the secluded location for peace and quiet.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Hot tub on site
Barbecue grill
Patio
Internet
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Explore the area
El Prado, NM
Río Grande del Norte National Monument
Place, Río Grande del Norte National Monument
4 min drive
Rio Grande Gorge Bridge
Place, Rio Grande Gorge Bridge
18 min drive
Taos Plaza
Place, Taos Plaza
27 min drive
Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
Airport, Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
16 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area
About this property
In Taos, Experience the Big Sky, See Forever, Privacy Galore!
Casita Location: Bella Vista Casita is located in the Stagecoach Hills Neighborhood of Taos County, El Prado, New Mexico, within walking distance of the Rio Grande Gorge National Monument, 7 miles from the historic gorge bridge, 20 miles from Taos Ski Valley and 13 miles from the historic Taos Plaza.
Accommodations: Large one room studio casita with kitchenette and private bath.
Long to get-away, really get-away to a place of peace, quiet and tranquility? Visit Bella Vista Casita. Experience 360 degree views from this hill-top casita part of the host's 10 acres of rolling sage brush, pinon and juniper. Be wowed by the dark skies of Taos as you sit in the hot tub located next door in the host's walled garden or from the casita's private patio. Both great for viewing the milky way.
Open living in a very private, custom, studio casita with high tongue and groove aspen wood deiling, thick plaster walls, saltillo Mexican tile floors with in-floor heat, and tumbled travertine kitchenette (no stove) and travertine bathroom. Designated dining and living areas. Huge wood framed picture windows and French doors let in the expansive views of the sage covered mesa and the Sangre de Cristo Mountain range in the near distance. Large skylight for night sky viewing from comfortable memory foam queen bed. Semi-Mexican decor w/very comfortable designated living area. Enjoy outside dining on the patio under the portal (porch). Private carport and entrance.
Elevation: 7,300 feet. Summer: Nights are cool and invigorating and days usually fresh and comfortable w/temps range 82-89 during the day and 58-62 during the night. Double rainbows are a regular occurrence. Lots of sun and no humidity year round. Incredible sunsets and sunrises. Winter: super powder in the mountains and very little snow down below.
Fully stocked kitchenette w/ microwave, toaster, coffee maker, blender, electric griddle, foreman grill. No indoor oven/stove top. There is a gas BBQ outside under the porch for grilling. Indoor dining table area and outdoor table and chairs. No air conditioning. Standing fan provided.
Activities: World class downhill and cross country skiing and snow shoeing. Best fly fishing. Balloon rides, mountain biking/hiking. Walking: dirt trails, gorge trail and Taos Mountain trails. Museums, galleries, entertainment and great restaurants.
Your hosts are fully vaccinated. We encourage our guests to be vaccinated for Covid-19 before booking . Let's keep each other safe.
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Children
Adults only
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number HO-60-2021
Property # 41304
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Arroyo Hondo
Located in Arroyo Hondo, this apartment is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Río Grande del Norte National Monument and Manby Hot Springs, while KTAOS Solar Center and Millicent Rogers Museum are cultural highlights. Kakawa Chocolate House and Taos Plaza Theater and Arts Center are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledding.
Río Grande del Norte National Monument - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Rio Grande Gorge Bridge - 18 min drive - 14.2 km
Kit Carson Park - 27 min drive - 24.1 km
Taos Plaza - 27 min drive - 25.2 km
Taos Pueblo - 29 min drive - 25.2 km
Getting around
Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Midtown Market and Lounge - 15 min drive
Taos Mesa Brewing - 14 min drive
Mountain View Lounge - 18 min drive
Sabor Perijanero - 24 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is In Taos, Experience the Big Sky, See Forever, Privacy Galore! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at In Taos, Experience the Big Sky, See Forever, Privacy Galore!?
As of Sep 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at In Taos, Experience the Big Sky, See Forever, Privacy Galore! on Jun 17, 2027 start from $114, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
Where is In Taos, Experience the Big Sky, See Forever, Privacy Galore! located?
Situated on a river, this apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Río Grande del Norte National Monument, Rio Grande, and Manby Hot Springs. Black Rock Hot Springs and John Dunn Bridge are also within 6 mi (10 km).