Summary:
Welcome to Casa de Rufina, an extensively remodeled Arroyo Seco home with sweeping views of El Salto Mountain and Canyon. Cook in a sleek island kitchen, unwind in a primary suite with a jacuzzi tub and kiva fireplace, and grill out under the gazebo. As the sun sets over the mountains, gather at the firepit beneath skies of orange and pink. Dog-friendly and minutes from Arroyo Seco's eateries, it's an ideal Northern New Mexico family retreat.
The Space:
Casa de Rufina is a beautiful Arroyo Seco home, extensively remodeled in 2020 and full of your favorite amenities, with sweeping views of El Salto Mountain and Canyon. Uniquely beautiful, the interior features hand-laid latilla and viga ceilings, wood finishes, comfortable furnishings, and carefully curated Southwest mementos, ideal for your next family vacation or retreat with friends.
Key Features
• Sleeps 6 guests comfortably
• 3 bedrooms | 2 full bathrooms
• Sweeping El Salto Mountain and Canyon views
• Primary suite with jacuzzi tub, walk-in shower, and kiva fireplace
• Single-level home with no interior stairs
• Island kitchen with stainless steel appliances and dishwasher
• Paved patio with gas firepit and mountain views
• Gazebo with private gas grill and outdoor dining
• Board games and private washer/dryer
• Dog-friendly with smart lock self check-in
• Minutes from Arroyo Seco eateries, near skiing and museums
Sleeping Arrangements
Total occupancy: 6 guests
Total beds: 3
Bedroom 1 is the primary suite, featuring a king bed, a kiva fireplace, and an ensuite bathroom with a jacuzzi tub and walk-in shower.
Bedroom 2 features a queen bed.
Bedroom 3 features a queen bed.
Bathrooms
Casa de Rufina offers 2 full bathrooms. The primary ensuite pairs a jacuzzi tub with a walk-in shower and a hand-painted talavera vanity, while the second full bath offers a walk-in shower. Standard bath amenities and fresh towels are provided.
Living Areas
Sink into leather seating beneath a stunning latilla ceiling, catch your favorite shows on the smart TV, and warm up by the fireplace. Board games are on hand, and large windows frame the surrounding high-desert views.
Kitchen & Dining
Whip up everything from quick breakfasts to family dinners in the kitchen's stainless steel appliances, gleaming countertops, center island with bar seating, and dishwasher. The adjacent dining table seats six beneath beamed ceilings and Southwest art.
Outdoor Space
Step out to a spacious paved patio with sweeping mountain views. Fire up the gas grill beneath the gazebo, dine al fresco, then gather around the firepit to watch the sunset's orange, pink, and yellow hues flood the sky. A covered portal with seating invites slow mornings in the crisp mountain air.
Surrounding Areas
Casa de Rufina is minutes from the quaint town of Arroyo Seco and its eateries, near the Millicent Rogers Museum, Kit Carson Park, Taos Country Club, and the Taos Art Museum, with Sipapu and Angel Fire skiing up the road. The Taos area is a year-round destination known for world-class skiing, art galleries, historic sites, and dramatic high-desert scenery, with the Plaza, Taos Ski Valley, and the Rio Grande Gorge all within reach.
★☆Locally Rooted, Elevated Hospitality☆★
We're Sierra Sol Elevated Stays, a locally rooted, family-owned team serving Northern New Mexico. We believe a stay should be more than just a place to land. It should feel personal, seamless, and connected to the beauty and spirit of this special place.
From booking to departure, we're here with thoughtful support, clear communication, and trusted local guidance to help you settle in, feel cared for, and make lasting memories in New Mexico.
Guest Access:
Guests will have full, private access to the entire single-level home and its outdoor spaces, including the patio, gazebo, and firepit area.
Self check-in is available via smart lock keypad, making arrival simple and flexible.
Parking is available for up to 4 vehicles, with two spaces in front and two in back.
A vehicle is recommended; in winter, 4WD/AWD is advised for mountain roads.
The Neighborhood:
Casa de Rufina sits in Arroyo Seco, a charming village minutes from local eateries and galleries. Nearby are the Millicent Rogers Museum, Kit Carson Park, Taos Country Club, and the Taos Art Museum at Fechin House, with Sipapu and Angel Fire ski resorts up the road and historic Taos Plaza a short drive away.
Getting Around:
A vehicle is recommended to explore the Taos area, with Arroyo Seco's shops and eateries just minutes away. In winter, 4WD or AWD is advised for snow-packed mountain roads.
Other Things to Note:
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM.
Guests must be at least 21 years old to book.
Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
Dog-friendly with prior approval; limit of 1 dog up to 30 lbs, and any applicable pet fee.
No smoking, parties, or events.
This home does not have air-conditioning.
Streaming services such as Netflix may require your own account.
Short-term rental permit #9597.
