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THE CASA CARMEN-ARROYO SECO! LOCATION 15 MINUTES FROM TAOS AND TAOS SKI VALLEY!

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South view of the entry porch and front door. Flagstone walks take you  anywhere
 Casa Carmen during Indian Summer showing just how beautiful she is..
The Great Room for family and friends!
10 foot ceiling and spacious luxury!
The Living Room at Casa Carmen! Windows line the room with beautiful scenery...
And of course, The Hot Tub, private and ready for up to five family or friends!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Arroyo Seco, NM
  • Place, Rottenstone Pottery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, KTAOS Solar Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Millicent Rogers Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1: Upstairs Parlor Bedroom w/wall fireplace! Card table, rockers, TV wifi closets. fans and chandeliers.

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2 downstairs with full closet and radiant heating

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

THE CASA CARMEN-ARROYO SECO! LOCATION 15 MINUTES FROM TAOS AND TAOS SKI VALLEY!

LOCATION and VERSATILITY are the keywords for you to book at our the Casa Carmen. It is a cut above the many choices you have seen elsewhere! ONE MILE FROM CHARMING ARROYO SECO, NINE MILES FROM TAOS,11 MILES TO TAOS SKI VALLEY.

LOCATED IN THE HIGHEST POINT IN ARROYO SECO THIS LOVELY HAND- HEWN BAVARIAN LOG HOUSE WITH HEATED WOOD FLOORS FEATURES
WRAP- AROUND PORCH DOWNSTAIRS AND TWO OUTSIDE DECKS UPSTAIRS .
FOUR DORMERS AND A ROUNDED RAILING ON THE DECKS ARE THE FIRST THING YOUSE WHEN YOU DRIVE IN.

BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED AND A MILE FROM THE MOUNTAINS YOU WILL. FIND GORGEOUS VIEWS IN ALL FOUR DIRECTIONS.
WHEN YOU ENTER THE CASA CARMEN FIND AN ESPRESSO MACHINE WAITING IN A LOVELY FULLY STOCKED KITCHEN, SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM, AN ENTRY, FULL BATH, AND BEDROOM ALL ON THE GROUND FLOOR, TWO STAIRCASES -ONE INSIDE AND ONE OUTSIDE- TAKE YOU UP TO THE SECOND STORY LARGE PARLOR BEDROOM AND ACCESS TO THE SUNRISE (EAST FACING) ROOF DECK AND TO THE SUNSET (WEST FACING) DECKS! THESE ARE THE SIGNATURE FEATURES OF THIS VERSATILE HOUSE FOR YOUR STAY TO ENJOY.
Best known for the hospitality and unique location with water flowing through the property here is just one review of many for you to read...
Review #2272615 Charming Casa
JUST ONE OF 49 5-STAR REVIEWS: please read the others as well!
My husband and I had a wonderful weekend at Casa Carmen. The place was so charming and interesting since the owner has many of his pieces of art work in the casa.....very clean with wonderful smells and magical lamps. The hosts were so very gracious and welcoming to us and to our dogs. We loved the art studio, the beautiful yard and the walking trail. They have many little sitting areas and unexpected surprises to discover. The upper decks were perfect for watching the sunset with a glass of wine. This was truly a place of enchantment. We would recommend this place to any couple or girls get away.!!!

Skiing, Bicycling, Hiking,Rafting, Ballooning, Fishing, Fine Restaurants, Art Galleries and Museums less than 15 minutes away. Dark skies and millions of stars keep you company at night!
You are a few minutes from the charming village of Arroyo Seco offering fine restaurants, shops, location of the famous Taos Cow, and a infamous local tavern!! It is only a 10 minute drive to the historic Taos Plaza and a 20 minute drive to Taos Ski Valley where US Olympic teams train.


Casa Carmen may be best described as the Sunrise and the Sunset House. You are bathed continually with our immense New Mexico sun and artist's light. The 360 degree views are stunning, inspirational, beckoning to mind and spirit. A wonderful feature of the home is the incredible interior and exterior lighting. For the property, a DVD has been produced.
The home was built by the owners of adobe and hand-hewn logs. It is a stunning two story guest house of 1450 square feet.
The second level is designed as a parlor for conversation, sleeping, entertainment area with a table that seats four. There are two fantastic decks: The sunrise deck and the sunset deck. Each are spacious and wonderful for dining, entertaining, conversation, and of course viewing the expanse of Taos Valley and Taos Mountain nearby. You can almost touch the mountains!

The first level consists of wonderful sunroom, a bedroom, the country kitchen, the living room with dining area, and a full bath. The first level has south and east facing portals (covered porches) with comfortable outdoor seating. Also there is a fenced and gated large shaded dog pen for pets when you choose to leave them there.
A new hot tub is yours to enjoy outdoors in sun or starlight. The views are wonderful from its location!

Located in a grove of Aspens and Evergreens and surrounded by 150 acres of private land, raised flower beds and flagstone paths wander through the trees and expansive yard.

The home is decorated with the paintings of Pat Woodall, the owner, and other prominent Taos artists. A delightful collection of folk art also adorns the home. The grounds and gardens are award winning. Many outdoor delights await you with inviting comfort for your leisure. The outdoor lounging areas also have outdoor fireplace and a brazier for evening fires beneath the star-filled New Mexico night skies. Out here, there exists no light, noise, or visual pollution.


Pat and Carmen are nearby to assist you when called upon. Being the charming hosts they are, they will welcome you into their beautiful home for viewing, conversations, refreshments, and provide information about the entire area. They have been residents of Taos for forty two years. In short, you have a knowledgeable concierge. If you need an easel, one is provided!

Casa Carmen is perfect for one to five guests. A wonderful experience offering authenticity, spaciousness, incredible views, and superb guest services. Pat also offers painting lessons if interested. The guest house is ideal for relaxation, sunning , walking,
for those who desire rare travel opportunities and being close to outdoor activities. You are only a short drive from everything a world-renowned art and literary colony offers.

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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About the area

Arroyo Seco

Located in Arroyo Seco, this chalet is in a rural area and in the mountains. Rottenstone Pottery and KTAOS Solar Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include John Dunn Bridge and Governor Bent House and Museum. Kakawa Chocolate House and Twirl Toystore and Playspace are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Arroyo Seco, NM

What's nearby

  • Rottenstone Pottery - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • KTAOS Solar Center - 10 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Millicent Rogers Museum - 12 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Manzanita Canyon Trailhead - 13 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Taos Plaza - 19 min drive - 19.6 km

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Midtown Market and Lounge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Elevation Coffee - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Medley. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tiwa Kitchen Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Hunter Tom's - ‬4 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

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9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

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