Even though this is a casita with uneven floors, low ceilings, and an odd floor plan, it has a fully-equipped modern kitchen, plenty of electrical outlets, and lots of natural light. The bed and furniture are comfortable and there is beautiful artwork in every room.

With daily temperature swings of Taos in October, from freezing to above 70F, the casita was always comfortable. It is centrally-located to all things Taos. I found it quiet. I stayed alone and I felt secure.

A major drawback to this property is that there is only one bathroom, upstairs, off the one bedroom, climbing a steep staircase of 15 steps. I didn't want to drag my suitcases upstairs, but there was plenty of closet and drawer space upstairs. I wouldn't recommend potty-training toddlers. It is a refurbished casita, so the rooms are small, but a perfect size for one to four. The table seats six comfortably.

If Taos weren't so far from Los Angeles, I would definitely stay here again. I enjoyed the folk art and the gorgeous tile work in the kitchen and bath.

The kitchen had every appliance I needed, including a dishwasher. This casita is not furnished with someone's cast offs and mismatched silverware. The owners put a lot of thought into providing everything needed for the cook, including unexpected items like a lemon squeezer, crock pot, bake ware, and even a footed cake plate. I didn't, but you could bake a turkey.

Not being a fan of spicy New Mexican cuisine, I bought groceries a short distance away at Albertson's and cooked all my meals at the casita; but there is a microwave, many restaurants, and a McDonalds nearby, if you don't want to cook.

TV signal was strong and clear on the flat screens. I was able to do on-line course-work with the Internet connection and all of my electronics charged just fine. I brought my own reading material, but there is a small library of art books. DVDs were available, but I didn't use them.

The bathroom has a big shower only, but it's beautiful. The sink looks like hammered copper. Beautiful tinware mirrors.

Bring your own shampoo, but there are plenty of cleaning supplies and an efficient stackable washer/dryer, with soap and dryer sheets provided.

I only communicated by e-mail, but I found Helen to be responsive and helpful.

Ledoux is a quick left after the Byzantium restaurant and is easily missed. It is narrow, winding, and doesn't look like a street. GPS and Mapquest are not helpful. Follow Helen's directions.