Luxurious 4300 sq ft Passive Solar, 5 Bedrooms: 3 bedrooms with queens, 1 king Mega Suite with ensuite bathroom, walk-in closet, private entrance to private patio and direct hot tub access. 1 Bedroom with bunk beds. Large tropical indoor greenhouse off of kitchen with futon, as well. Spacious living room, dish washer, washer and dryer, chefs kitchen with brand new refrigerator, viking range, high ceilings, radiant heat, passive solar is warm in winter, cool in summer, indoor and outdoor rock walls, terraced organic vegetable and flower gardens, Saltillo tile throughout, 3 brick and flagstone portals with unbelievable views, large shade trees, 15 min to ski lifts, 15 min to plaza. All wheel drive mandatory during ski season.
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Winsor Castle & Ski Retreat! 15 min to Ski Lifts and Taos Plaza
Valdez
Winsor Castle & Ski Retreat! 15 min to Ski Lifts and Taos Plaza
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Get OK from owner about # of extra guests
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Pets
Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Use cutting boards, not cherry counter tops! Please no hot pans directly on wood counter tops. Do not allow kids to play on the walls
Number of party guests must not exceed 10 persons over the 10 allowable nightly guests, unless ok'd by owner. 4x4s with snow tires in ski season.
If it is muddy, please try your best to remove shoes around mud room or exterior doors. Use fireplace screen + don't change flue
Important information
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Property # 1836267vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 60
Note from host: Get OK from owner about # of extra guests
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Valdez
Located in Valdez, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Rottenstone Pottery and KTAOS Solar Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Kakawa Chocolate House and Twirl Toystore and Playspace. Travelling with kids? Consider Taos Center for the Arts and Taos Plaza Theater and Arts Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
Manzanita Canyon Trailhead - 12 min drive - 11.5 km
Taos Ski Valley - 19 min drive - 18.6 km
Al's Run Ski Lift - 20 min drive - 19.3 km
Taos Plaza - 23 min drive - 23.0 km
Getting around
Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Pizanos - 13 min drive
Toribios - 13 min drive
Golden Piñon - 12 min drive
Aly’s Homemade Eats - 8 min drive
Torbios Mexican Restaurant - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Crow's Nest at "Winsor Castle" pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Crow's Nest at "Winsor Castle"?
As of 28 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crow's Nest at "Winsor Castle" on 10 Jan, 2027 start from S$4,871, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Crow's Nest at "Winsor Castle"?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Crow's Nest at "Winsor Castle"?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Crow's Nest at "Winsor Castle"?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Crow's Nest at "Winsor Castle" located?
This family-friendly Valdez holiday home is located on a river, 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Carson National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Manzanita Canyon Trailhead and Rottenstone Pottery. Salto Del Agua Cave & Waterfall and Black Rock Hot Springs are also within 9 miles (15 km).
About the host
Hosted by RON WINSOR
Local owner/builder.
Why they chose this property
Spectacular mountain and sunset views. This is not your basic ski retreat. Massive 16" pumice walls with passive solar. 12' ceilings with massive exposed 2' round wood vigas. Indoor greenhouse with unparalleled views of the outdoors and wildlife. An 8 person hot tub rounds out your perfect apres ski. Home sleeps 10 in beds/private bedroom - however can accommodate up to 14 total including couches and futon (fee assessed.)
What makes this property unique
Virtually unlimited mountain trails outside of door for hiking, cross-country skiing and mountain biking. There are no homes past this property heading to Lobo Peak (12,000' ~ 5 miles)
Languages:
English
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