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Private Retreat 17 Mi to Taos Ski Valley!

El Prado Vacation Rental | 2BR | 2BA | 2,000 Sq Ft | Stairs Required

Living Room | Free WiFi | Cable TV | Wood-Burning Stove

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 52000 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Kitchen

Explore the area

El Prado, NM

Taos Plaza
‪7 min drive‬
Kit Carson Park
‪8 min drive‬
Earthships
‪8 min drive‬
Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Additional Sleeping (Game Room)

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

About this property

Private Retreat 17 Mi to Taos Ski Valley!

1.5-Acre Property | 2,000 Sq Ft | Pet Friendly w/ Fee

Head to the Southwest for unforgettable adventures with your favorite companions! Wintertime travelers will love hitting the slopes at Taos Ski Valley, while summer visitors can explore countless trails and lakes in the high desert. After outdoor activities, head into town — just 3 miles away — for dinner and drinks. Then, cozy up at this one-of-a-kind 2-bed, 2-bath vacation rental house, which features unique custom interior design.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Game Room: 1 twin daybed
- Additional Sleeping: 1 additional bed (by request)

INDOOR LIVING
- Custom interior furnishings
- 2 flat-screen Smart TVs w/ cable & DVD player
- Wood-burning stove
- 4-person dining table
- Workout equipment (elliptical machine & stationary bike)

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher
- 2-person breakfast bar
- Cooking basics & spices
- Drip coffee maker, Crockpot, blender

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Flagstone patio w/ landscaping
- Balcony
- Mountain views

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Linens & towels
- Ceiling fans
- Complimentary toiletries
- Washer/dryer

ACCESSIBILITY
- Stairs required to enter, single-story unit

FAQ
- No A/C
- Homeowner on-site (separate unit)
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)

PARKING
- Driveway (4 vehicles)
- RVs/trailers permitted

-- THE LOCATION --

- 3 miles to Taos Mountain Casino
- 5 miles to hiking trails
- 17 miles to Taos Ski Valley
- 24 miles to Eagle Rock Lake
- 35 miles to Red River Ski & Summer Area
- 6 miles to Taos Reg’l Airport & 141 miles to ABQ Int’l Sunport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 per stay fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story unit requires stairs to enter
- The homeowner lives on-site in a separate unit and may be present during your stay
- The homeowner has an additional sleeping accommodation (please reach out if you'll need to use it)
- 4-wheel drive or all-wheel drive may be necessary in the winter months to access the property
- The property does not have air conditioning

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Parking available

Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

El Prado

El Prado is home to this holiday home. Governor Bent House and Museum and D.H. Lawrence Ranch are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Kakawa Chocolate House and Twirl Toystore and Playspace. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby.

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El Prado, NM

What's nearby

Taos Plaza - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
Taos Mountain Casino - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
Kit Carson Park - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
Earthships - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
Taos Pueblo - 11 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
‪Allsup's - ‬9 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
‪Michael's Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery - ‬9 min drive
‪Mantes Chow Cart - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Retreat 17 Mi to Taos Ski Valley! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Retreat 17 Mi to Taos Ski Valley!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Retreat 17 Mi to Taos Ski Valley!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Private Retreat 17 Mi to Taos Ski Valley! located?

Situated in El Prado, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Millicent Rogers Museum, Kakawa Chocolate House and KTAOS Solar Center. Taos Art Museum and Taos Mountain Casino are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Asael R.

19 Aug, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In a word, PERFECT!!! This home far exceeded our expectations...cleanliness, location, space, amenities, and of course the decorations were absolutely beautiful. Arriving to this lovely place and ending each day here was one of the highlights to our vacation. If your going to Taos, this is the place to stay!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria S.

21 Apr, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excelent!

Everything was wonderful about this house!. It was beautifully decorated and we had all we needed during our stay. The beds were very comfortable and we had a good night’s rest every night! Our host was very attentive when we needed something and at the same time left us to just enjoy our time there. Hope to be able to stay again on our next visit to Taos!

Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica G.

6 Jan, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and Homey!

Such a beautifully decorated property, and a great location for bringing friends/family over for enjoying the NM outdoors. Amazing views, and a great spot to relax and cozy up after a long day!

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug M.

26 Feb, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Perfect, everything.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy B.

2 Sept, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful space

We loved this place. It is beautiful inside and the views are wonderful also. The kitchen is well stocked and big. We will be coming back.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David Moses M.

22 Oct, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Artist's house

It was a beautiful stay. The house was so beautiful. It was like staying in a gallery. Every time you looked somewhere different you saw a new piece of art.Very nice and clean. Thank you for letting us stay there.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrice W.

11 Oct, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical

It was beautiful the most amazing stay ever!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffani S.

1 Jun, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Casita!!

Great Location!! Close to the main highway and to Taos!! Beautiful night skies!! The casita is well decorated all throughout and really presents a New Mexico vibe!! Great stay! Will stay again!!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Carley

7 Jul, 2023

Beautiful

Just a gem of a house! Super beautifully decorated, comfortable. Beautiful views and great location!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

15 Sept, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Laid back & comfortable

Interior design with character: Taos southwestern zen. We enjoyed our stay very much. A short drive into town through neighborhoods that we hadn't seen in previous visits.check in was wonderfully simple, communication was simple. Beds were great. Listing was accurate. 2 bathrooms but only 1 shower so we simply took turns. We would stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Minyuan C.

30 Dec, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place!

We stayed for our 3 days Taos ski trip. The place is excellent. Huge space, beautiful deco and very well furnished. We and our puppy Snowy had a fantastic time. We will definitely come back again! Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Don A.

19 Jul, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fascinating house

Loved the decor … the more you looked around, the more you saw. Loved it

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M., Aurora, CO

25 Apr, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The most Taos house I've ever stayed in

This is my 3rd time to Taos and this house is a Taos as it gets! The decor and art is AMAZING!! We loved everything about it! My only recommendation would be to get a softer mattress and thicker pillows in the Iris room (the pillows are pretty flat). There is only 1 shower but other then that this house is to die for!!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie W.

7 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the most unique places you will ever stay!

This has to be in the top three unique places we have ever stayed ... and we travel quite extensively. The entire place is literally a work of art. From the unbelievable interior panting to the hand carved doors and furnishings from around the world, there's always a surprise when you start to look around. The views are outstanding and the location is close to town. There is a short part of the road that is gravel so just be aware of that. To top it all off the owner is beyond nice and thoughtful. She left detailed handwritten notes and even called to make sure we were ok. If you are in Taos, I would highly recommend this place, you will be in for a treat!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cerrita P.

5 Apr, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain View/Southwest Elegance

We had views of the mountains surrounding Taos out of every window. The most spectacular views out of kitchen and living room with a balcony view out of one bedroom, too. The owner has lovingly designed and put together a spectacular work of art inside of this home. We enjoyed a balcony out of the door where the outdoor stairs led to entry. The ground entry to the left as you look at the home shares a foyer and our quarters were through the door on the right. We did not use this room much but it had a beautiful view out to the courtyard in back and some workout equipment. The rest of the quarters were up the stairs that were to the left after entering. Jesse was very responsive when we could not get the TV to come on. It was just batteries needed for the remote and she was on top of it and had it working quickly. Visiting with her I learned that she designed this wonderful southwest interior and she share some of the fun secrets that some of the wall art held. The weather cooperated and gave us the week that Taos dreams are made of, even 2 snowfalls that quickly disappeared as the day warmed. However, my daughter enjoyed a great snowboarding day at Taos Ski Valley. The kitchen is well stocked with utensils and pots etc. to enable you to have meals well prepared. Each day you will wake to discover new items in the decor that delight and inspire you. The painted walls are in themselves works of art! I could speak volumes but IYKYK. It has TAOS Spirit!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert L.

9 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and Scenic

Very quiet and scenic home with beautiful morning sunrises. Had everything we needed and perfectly located.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy D.

28 Jun, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifully Unique & A Great Location

We absolutely adored the unique style and decor of this home, very thoughtfully designed and cared for. For outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy staying just outside of the hustle & bustle of town, this home was perfectly situated. We enjoyed the privacy offered in this location, with the ability to read and enjoy our morning coffee on the deck before loading up and heading into the mountains to bike. The space easily accommodated 4 adults with outdoor gear, and offered us enough space to spread out as needed. We are already planning our return trip & would love to stay here again when we come back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren D., Austin, TX

30 Aug, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Artistic property in El Prado

The unique details of this property are amazing. Great NM vibe - carvings, paintings, artwork. Kitchen had everything we needed; just don’t buy anything large to freeze. Nice, small outside balcony with a view. This property is upstairs which requires climbing a dozen or so steps. On the downside, the TV reception was terrible and we couldn’t figure out how to stream (it was a Dish). Even changing the channels was difficult. We appreciated the owner letting our dog roam around in the large backyard, although she wasn’t fond of the back stairs (slippery for her paws.) One disturbing visual was an old paint can and some construction debris clearly visible from the balcony and one of the bedrooms. Maybe it’s OK in an unincorporated area to just have a “pile” but it’s pretty unsightly.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb F.

27 Oct, 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pictures Don't Do Justice!

Amazingly decorated home. Every detail is so unique and you notice things every time you look somewhere. The pictures don't do it justice, much more beautiful in person. Pros - Nice location with being close to town, yet pretty private. Most well equipped VRBO I have stayed in, wonderful layout and plenty of space. Views were amazing! Great communication. Cons - the dirt road about took the suspension out of the rental car...very, very rough. Only one shower and terribly small. Lighting in the bedrooms & bath was not the best. We did have an issue with flies in one of the bedrooms and it was pretty late on arrival day. Called the manager and they took care of it the next day when we returned to the home. Downfall was we couldn't use that bedroom the first night and someone had to sleep on the couch. Frustrating when you pay for bedrooms. But it didn't look like the home was freshened up prior to our arrival as it was dusty, old coffee grounds in the coffee pot, dead and live flies in bedroom and we did have to request more toilet paper as well. What was there was not stocked. If it was inspected prior to arrival, I don't know that any of those things would have been. All in all it was a great place and we would stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia G., Brooklyn, NY

11 Jul, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quirky gem with plenty of space

We loved our stay at this interesting spacious and comfortable home. It had fabulous views, being on the second floor. large kitchen and very comfy living room. Loved the antique ceiling fan and stove. The property is on a dead end dirt road. negatives: The main bathroom has a bathtub but no shower. The shower in the second bathroom is a bit small. positives: a wonderful central hangout. Huge closets. Washer and dryer (but no detergent). Mostly we really liked this place.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

5 Jun, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique artistic home near Taos

We loved our stay at this unique artistic home. Beautiful Mountain Views and comfortable living space with plenty of cool art and design to keep you entertained. Conveniently located close to Taos in a rural setting on 1.5 acre lot. We enjoyed walking on the paths right outside of the place. Quit looking and just book it. You won’t be disappointed.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine Y.

16 Oct, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Art filled home

This house is so filled with art and antiques the listing pics don't capture all the beautiful details. The location is a quiet area close to but outside of Taos. Not really walkable to town. Every thing needed to prepare meals is in the kitchen. Bring coffee and laundry soap.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

20 Sept, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Taos wedding stay

Beautiful home, very clean and cozy. Lots of ambience and very comfy beds. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

floyd b.

27 Jul, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Disliked: Communication

Taos stay

We enjoyed all the artistic decor in the house. Since the three of us are all 80 years old plus we were shocked when we arrived to find stairs to our living quarters. If that had been clear in the description we wouldn’t have taken the property. Also the bath/bedrooms were not en-suite and the one shower was not good. We really enjoyed the great views from the deck and loved looking at the mountains.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

13 Jul, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Home and Great Location!

Met with the owner who was very friendly and inviting. The house was great, clean, organized, and had a great view of the mountains! Would recommend to anyone!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021