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BUFFALO MOON-Artist's Home with a Stargazing Deck, Hot Tub, Views

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Buffalo Moon-8 min. from Taos Plaza/20 min from Taos Ski Valley. You'll LOVE it!
AMAZING cloud formations. NM skies must be the best!
Beautiful Crabapple tree in bloom in early spring.
Wow! Now THAT"S a doorbell!
Fully Equipped Cook's Kitchen and Island with room for extra seating.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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El Prado, NM
  • Taos Plaza
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Kit Carson Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Earthships
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Chidlren's Arrangements

+1
2 Cribs and 3 Child Beds

Studio w Queen Sleeper Sofa

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 in Master Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3 in Bedroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

BUFFALO MOON-Artist's Home with a Stargazing Deck, Hot Tub, Views

This beautiful home is in the desirable area of Blueberry Hill, ideally situated between Taos Ski Valley and Taos Plaza and the lovely little artists village of Arroyo Seco. It is also close to the stunning Rio Grande Gorge. Some of the best restaurants you will ever dine in are in Taos (from hamburgers at Five Star Burgers, Wine and cheeses at pärCht in the Plaza, to Medely, Sobroso, The Love Apple and Lambert's just to name a few)! Top quality galleries abound here too! Actually, the shopping in Taos and Arroyo Seco is excellent as well as lots of fun! Fishing, mountain climbing, hiking and mountain biking are fabulous AND it goes without saying that the skiing is top notch!
Our house is truly your HOME away from home. It is appointed with many of our collected Indian artifacts and original art from across the country that recall the craftsmanship of days gone by. We want to to feel that you are at your home. It is ready for you to relax and enjoy.
The home has 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths as well as a screened in sunroom and a weaving studio, an easel if you are interested in painting! A 3 day weaving class can be arranged for you if you are interested. Let me know. There are classes in Arroyo Seco too. Take a class and take home an amazing weaving!
A fully stocked kitchen is perfect for those who WANT to cook and a dishwasher for those that do NOT want to hand wash those dishes! There are beautiful rugs and incredible artwork all over the home as well as Native Indian artifacts that we have collected over the years. Bold, beautiful viga ceilings are seen throughout the house. DirecTV is the cable provider. Pay Per View is available for an additional fee. Three 42 inch flat screen televisions are in the 3 bedrooms and a 55 inch television is in the TV room. Internet service is also provided (if you happen to get tired of all that outdoor fun!).
There are lots of kid friendly movies for their entertainment as well as sleds, board games and toys.
In the spring/summer months you might enjoy outdoor cooking on the grill. Spend time relaxing in the hot tub ANY time of the year. In the warm months, climb the stairs to the OBSERVATION DECK and watch falling stars. There is furniture up there to watch the wonders of the universe (and we do have a telescope in the chest in the dining area. The cushions are stored in a chest up there as they tend to blow about a bit as the winds come up in the early evening from time to time.
There are two carports, 4 different patio areas, a wonderful garden full of fresh veggies for your enjoyment and the property around the house is fenced and gated.
You might want to bring some canvas and paints also because we have an easel in the weaving studio that could easily be moved to the patio in the front of the studio if you wanted to paint outside. It is just absolutely a wonderful, tranquil and yet energizing vacation spot.

Property manager

Marcia Lyon

Languages

English
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
PacknPlay, stroller, high chair, cot, TOYS
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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
Entire property is non smoking
SMOKING DETECTED BY HOLES IN FURNITURE, OR BUTTS, OR ODORS THAT REQUIRE PROFESSIONAL NEUTRALIZATION, $1500 WILL BE CHARGED TO YOUR CREDIT CARD.
ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING ON THE PROPERTY AT ALL.
Please leave the timers on the lights. If the timer is not set as you like it, just put it on manual setting and turn lights on and off manually.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

El Prado

Located in El Prado, this holiday home is in the mountains. Governor Bent House and Museum and D.H. Lawrence Ranch are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carson National Forest and Kit Carson Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Kakawa Chocolate House and Twirl Toystore and Playspace. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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El Prado, NM

What's nearby

  • Taos Plaza - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Taos Historic Museums - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Kit Carson Park - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Earthships - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Taos Pueblo - 11 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KTAOS Solar Center - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Michael's Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taos Mesa Brewing Taos Tap Room - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Orlando's New Mexican Cafe - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BUFFALO MOON-Artist's Home with a Stargazing Deck, Hot Tub, Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BUFFALO MOON-Artist's Home with a Stargazing Deck, Hot Tub, Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BUFFALO MOON-Artist's Home with a Stargazing Deck, Hot Tub, Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BUFFALO MOON-Artist's Home with a Stargazing Deck, Hot Tub, Views located?

This family-friendly El Prado holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Millicent Rogers Museum, Kakawa Chocolate House and KTAOS Solar Center. Taos Mountain Casino and Taos Art Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

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

Stunning property!

Thus is a wonderful property. Plenty of room for everyone, and good areas for separation if anyone needs it for work or anything. Decor is fantastic, and wish everywhere we stayed was as nice as this. Thank you for making the trip so memorable for the entire family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane L.

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

Wonderful property

I had a wonderful stay at this outstanding property. Beautifully appointed, wonderful location, and views. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue Ann M.

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

Full Moon on Half Moon Rd

The home was great for 5 adults with room to spread out. Kitchen and dining areas were vey nice and fully stocked with anything a cook wanted.. A very quite area. Art and books were plentiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

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

Great house for a family

Wonderful location outside of Taos. Large house perfect for a family. Rooftop deck was our favorite spot for sunsets and stargazing. House was well appointed with all the amenities, appliances and kitchen tools needed. Beds were very comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne T.

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

Perfect choice for our Taos excursion

Very comfortable house, well stocked and laid out. Loved the roof-top deck for star gazing. Marcia was a good host with helpful recommendations. Would certainly recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

rachel m.

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

Great art, amazing views

We keep returning to stay at this beautiful home because of the wonderful art and the mountain views!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya I.

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

Family Christmas vacation

Love the stay, very comfortable and accommodating
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerry G.

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

Getaway with grandsons

Lovely well-furnished place with mountain views and a hot tub! Owner was accommodating and pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Amazing Taos home

We loved our time at this lovely home. Plenty of space- inside and out. Minutes to town, yet felt so peaceful and quiet. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

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

Home is a labor of love!

We thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful home — there were four of us…my partner and me and good friends. The home and grounds are a labor of love — with lots of artwork and pottery and plenty of spots to gather or relax (around the dining room table, in the living room, on the patio, in the hot-tab, on the observation deck). The views from the house are extraordinary. Beds weee comfortable, place is clean, kitchen is well stocked. And Marcia sent us a great list of restaurants and things to do in the area. Make reservations at Love Apple for dinner and do plan to spend time at Arroyo Secco. We hope to be back sometime!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karlene D.

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

Deep Peace

This was an excellent location . The house is filled with interesting ang beautiful art. It was a perfect place to stay in a beautiful area to visit. Our only regret was not staying longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin Z.

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

Buffalo Moon beauty

Beautiful property and quiet, serene area. Outstanding on all counts!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Fabulous Buffalo Moon Getaway

Fabulous stay in a beautifully decorated home. Great location just minutes away from everything, (shopping, hiking, galleries, historical sites, river rafting, hot air ballon and ski resort) so much to do! Fabulous restaurants very close! Owners have great pride in their home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alice W.

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

Beautiful large house near Taos and skiing

We really enjoyed our stay at this house. The furnishings, art, fireplace, kitchen supplies, and hot tub were terrific. Marcia was very helpful. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Gorgeous Home, Unsurpassed Mountain and Night Sky Views

My family enjoyed a wonderful get-away to Toas in this beautifully decorated home. It exceeded our expectations. We enjoyed soaking in the Hot Tub, gazing at the stars from the upper deck, and gathering in the thoughtful spaces throughout the property. We will definitely come back for another visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy O.

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

Wonderful home and location

We have stayed here several times and always enjoy our visits. The house is beautifully decorated, comfortable and conveniently located. The kitchen is well stocked. The yard has lots of nice plants and several seating areas. Marcia the owner is so pleasant to work with and responds to any inquiries very quickly. We look forward to staying here again the next time we’re in Taos.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane A.

Christmas at Buffalo Moon 2018

Truly a special place. The house and surroundings were magical at this time of year. The house is wonderfully decorated and completely stocked. We had a fantastic time and hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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Perfect spot!

This was our 3rd time to Buffalo Moon and we adore it! It's the perfect place to relax and the property is located in just the right spot. Exceptional property with stunning views. :)
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Seana S.

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

Beautiful views

We had a wonderful trip on our honeymoon! The views of the mountains were absolutely unbelievable and the night starry skies were unparalleled. We enjoyed local restaurants and also the fully equipped kitchen the house has for food. The hot tub and fire pits were so much fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Em W.

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

Gem of a Home

Everything was exactly as I’d hoped from the listing. Home is perfect in every way. Comfortable, great artistic touches. So well decorated. Gardens surrounding the house are so beautiful. Sitting in the back patio garden is amazing. Gorgeous views. Amazing sunrise over the mountains from the back patio. Star gazing deck is the best for sunset with 360 views. Lovely, quiet, very well located neighborhood. I would come back and stay here in a heartbeat. Thanks to Marcia for allowing this gem of a home to be shared.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel N.

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

Perfect retreat

This wonderful house is one of the best places I've ever rented! It is amazingly well-stocked and very comfortable. The outdoor gardens are lovely and the neighborhood is great for walks. Marcia is great to work with and we hope to return. P.S. the beds are very comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Beautiful Buffalo Moon

We come here every summer for vacation. Everything about this place makes for a wonderful time! We love it and can’t express how much joy it brings to our lives. Simply the best!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Don P.

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

Beautiful house in a wonderful quiet location

We loved staying in this enchanting house. We paint and garden as hobbies, so we greatly appreciate all of the efforts the owner put into making the house and garden so appealing, interesting, comfortable and beautiful. I enjoyed reading a book in the house about the fascinating history of Taos. We loved the southwestern style of the house and furnishings and the wonderful art and weavings throughout the house. We visited in May and enjoyed the many flowers in the front and back courtyards and the view of the back courtyard flowers and fountain from the dining table with snow-capped peaks beyond. We truly had a wonderful stay and thank the owners for making their beautiful and very special house available for us to enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G., Waco, Texas

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

Unbelievable

Everything about this rental is perfect! Better than the pictures show!! Owner is hands off yet available if needed. We WILL be back! ❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige S.

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

Amazing!

Such a wonderful home! Beautiful views and the host was very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. We traveled with a 2 and 3 year old and this house was perfect for them. Toys and a pack and play were provided!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Marcia Lyon

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Currently we split out time between the Taos area and Nacogdoches, Texas but as we are both from West Texas, we have always loved the New Mexico mountain areas with the beautiful sunsets and BIG SKIES! As a young child from Amarillo, TX. my family came to the Taos area many times each summer. My husband is from Levelland and his family came to this area for years to go fishing and camping. We have been coming here since our children were small and for 6 years before we found this property, we had seriously been looking for a house here. We found this wonderful spot and are happy to share it with you.

Why they chose this property

This house really spoke to us. As an artist myself, I was immediately taken by the mosaic work done by the previous owner in the tile floors and on the Koi pond. I had been looking for a home with a studio as I am a potter. Well, we found one.....BUT pottery will have to be done outside or in the storeroom because I also purchased a gigantic loom and it is in the studio. There are weaving classes in the area If you are interested in learning and I have a couple of looms for sale also. If you are of an artistic persuasion....then you will be very comfortable here! There is also and easel if you come for an artist's escape. The neighbors here are fantastic too. Artists, musicians, snowmobile tour operators, and other very interesting folks.

What makes this property unique

We love the neighborhood because it is close to both Taos and to the Ski Valley and to one of our FAVORITE little artist's community of Arroyo Seco. It is also close to the Rio Grande Gorge and great fishing, mountain biking and hiking and just whatever else might tickle your fancy. We love the peaceful setting where we can just enjoy the mountain sunrises and sunsets. We also love the fact that there are great day trips to Red River and Angel Fire (but Taos is the best!).

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English
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