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Eastern Star Retreat - Open Plan, well-appointed home with mountain views.

Holiday home in El Prado with kitchen and patio

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A well-appointed, east-facing home in summertime
Eastern Star Retreat in wintertime
Large banks of windows to maximize mountain views
A spacious home, inside & out. Snow covered grounds.
Sunset at home in the summer

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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El Prado, NM
  • Place, Taos Plaza
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Kit Carson Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Taos Pueblo
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Eastern Star Retreat - Open Plan, well-appointed home with mountain views.

Beautiful Adobe-style, custom home with magnificent panoramic view of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Slow down. Take in the scenery. True to its name, step outside to watch the crimson hues over the mountain range at every sunrise and sunset. Alternately, stay cozy indoors to unwind, read your favorite book by the fireplace, or gaze at nature from our walls of windows while sipping your favorite drink.

This well-appointed, comfortable home tastefully displays a collection of southwest pottery, paintings, lightings, custom stained-glass artwork and other collectibles in every room. It offers 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths.

The home is located in the coveted Blueberry Hill area, next to one of Taos’ main paved roads. No 4WD or lengthy drive on spine-jolting gravel roads is involved! Home sits high on a 3-acre lot with privacy fence. It is 5.5 miles from Taos Plaza and a quick, easy drive to restaurants, shops, sights, and outdoor recreational activities including fly fishing, biking, hiking, horseback riding, skiing, snowboarding, white water rafting, and golfing.

The first master bedroom is complete with a wood-burning fireplace and an en suite bath with double sinks. The second master bedroom also sports an en suite full bath with double sinks. Both en suite baths have large walk-in shower for easy, convenient access. The third bathroom is located next door to the third bedroom, and it has a bathtub and shower combo. Each bedroom comes with a king Sealy's Premium Posturepedic mattress, and each bathroom comes with luxurious towels.

The spacious 21' x 25' great room truly speaks to quality family time as it provides multiple seating areas and a collection of table games for the young and old. The house has an ideal chef's kitchen. All sorts of cookware, cooking utensils and serving dishes are provided for any size meal sharing.

Eastern Star Retreat is a single level, modern, custom-built adobe-style home. No sunken living room or baths like many homes in this area. No steps or spiral staircase to climb or maneuver. Certainly, convenient and safe home features for all members of the family.

The radiant floor heating system under the Saltillo tiles provides gentle, even, warm air throughout home in the winter months. In the warmer months (from late May to September), the evaporative cooling system naturally changes the warm, dry air of this region into cool, moist air inside the home.

You will feel instantly welcome and pleased as you enter the house and are presented with a foyer, a fireplace and a majestic mountain view. A true family get-away vacation! In the event you find the need to stay connected with the information highway, the high-speed fiber optic internet is in place for you.

Eastern Star is the perfect retreat for ALL seasons.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Table games available, for the young and old
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Max home occupancy: 8. Additional charge: $50/night per person after 8th guest. Person(s) exceeding max. occup. will also be asked to leave property.
No pets allowed. Additional $150 PET CLEANING fee, plus $20 /night per pet guest brings into the home w/o prior knowledge or consent by homeowners.
No lit and unattended candles. No fireworks. No smoking inside or outside of home. Taos dry and windy weather conditions are high fire risks.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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. KTAOS Solar Center and Millicent Rogers Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Kakawa Chocolate House and Twirl Toystore and Playspace. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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El Prado, NM

What's nearby

  • Taos Mountain Casino - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Taos Plaza - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Taos Historic Museums - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Kit Carson Park - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Taos Pueblo - 11 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizanos - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Allsup's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Michael's Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Elevation Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Farmhouse Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Eastern Star Retreat - Open Plan, well-appointed home with mountain views. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Eastern Star Retreat - Open Plan, well-appointed home with mountain views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eastern Star Retreat - Open Plan, well-appointed home with mountain views.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Eastern Star Retreat - Open Plan, well-appointed home with mountain views. located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from KTAOS Solar Center and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Millicent Rogers Museum. La Hacienda del los Martinez and Kakawa Chocolate House are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dale B.

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

Good stay

Nice property
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy T.

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

Spring ski trip

Eastern Star Resort is fabulous. It was extremely clean, comfortable beds and very well stocked. We loved our stay here and if we ever come back to Taos we would definitely stay again. The owners are responsive and gave suggestions on things to do. The location is perfect- far enough from Taos to see the night sky but close enough to be convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melisa I.

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

Great family escape

Loved the convenience of the location to town with the beautiful quiet star gazing nights. Beautiful home with a perfect setup for family to end the evening after Taos adventures from the day.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Chris W.

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

Nicely equipped home near Taos

We had a great stay in this carefully appointed, well equipped home near Taos. The home was the
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

Beautiful House!

Our family of 5 had a wonderful time in Taos and this house was perfect for us. Spacious, clean and beautifully decorated in New Mexican decor. Made our trip so relaxing and easy. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

A lovely home near Taos!

The house was fabulously decorated and had all the amenities we could ever want. It's very close to town (about 10 minutes or less) and to the ski village (about 20 minutes). We'd definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2016

10/10 Excellent

Carol E.

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

Annual girls trip

We had a great time! The house was beautiful. Decorated very nicely. Beautiful views of the mountains and a hot tub! Thank you! We made great memories here, plenty of room for all eight of us.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia B.

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

A great retreat!

This is an overall comfortable house to relax and enjoy the beauty of Taos and the natural surroundings. The beds are comfy and the well organized kitchen has just about everything you need for cooking any meal. Communicatios with the house manager are helpful and immediate. There were 4 of us and everyone felt at home at the Eastern Star Retreat
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney L.

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

Amazing house!

We had the best time. This is probably the best house that we have stayed at while traveling. The house is well stocked with everything in both the kitchen and bathrooms. The beds were all comfortable. Rooms were plenty spacious to not feel crammed. The living space is plenty big for 2 families to relax in. The hot tub was great to relax in after a day of skiing. The host is very responsive to questions. Check in was very easy. About a 30 minute drive to the ski valley. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Incredibles views & a beautiful house.

Our family of four stayed over Christmas and the house was fabulous. It is just a few miles out of town which allows for the expansive mountain views. The house was clean and well furnished with everything we needed. The kitchen was well equipped and had updated appliances. The rooms were comfortable and nicely decorated. Everything was as pictured. The owner is always accessible and they have left detailed instructions for everything. I would recommend staying here and hopefully we will stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fiona D.

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

Taos Ski Trip

We had a fantastic stay at Eastern Star Retreat. The house is comfortable, spacious and beautifully decorated. The home has everything we needed for a family ski trip. The the kitchen was well equipped and there were plenty of board games. The kids had fun playing the snow in the yard. Also, the views of the mountains are amazing!! The home is conveniently located to get into town, the ski resorts and the trails in Carson National Forest. After a long day of skiing or hiking, it felt wonderful to soak in the hot tub. It's our third stay in this home and my family were so happy to be back. We love visiting Taos and staying at the Eastern Star Resort.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Craig W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well maintained property. Perfect getaway with all the amenities for a great vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay at the beautiful and well appointed Eastern Star Retreat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Second time to stay here; remodel to kitchen and added bath are good additions. Blueberry Hill traffic has greatly increased and car noise is becoming an issue. Check in was seamless.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I've rented several VRBOs in Taos. This one is my favorite! Great open living space. We'll be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane L.

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

Lovely Stay

Our stay was fabulous! The home was very clean. Well stocked supplies. Comfortable. Decorating was unique, interesting and fun! We couldn't have asked for more!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Britt C.

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

Pictures can't do this justice!

What an amazing home! Everything was in excellent condition and as described. The owners were incredibly friendly and helpful. The location, just outside of Taos, is incredibly convenient, quiet, and spectacular (even by Taos standards). Be prepared to take many photos every day of the scenery! We had an absolutely wonderful family vacation, with skiing, hiking, museums, and restaurants just a short drive away. A truly exceptional home and stay!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

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

Came for music festival; Big Barn Dance

We loved this property. Very well provisioned. Thoughtful touches. Well decorated. Has A/C!! The dirt roads are a bit of a drag; that could be temporary. The owners are very nice. Thanks, Eastern Star Retreat!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

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

Wonderful Property near Taos

Our stay at the Eastern Star Retreat was a wonderful experience. Everything was exactly as pictured in the listing. House is on a secluded lot about a 10 minute drive from the center of Taos. Host was very quick to reply to messages. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M., Dallas

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

Fabulous Thanksgiving

We had a wonderful time in your home. When it snowed the Friday after Thanksgiving the view was like looking at a postcard. We look forward to staying again the next time we are in Taos.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

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

Eastern Star Gazing

Very beautiful location, all amenities provided, charming home
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janae L., Thornton, CO

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

Spacious with Great Views

The house was very clean and well organized. Everything was labeled which made finding things very simple. The instruction sheets made the electronics easy to use too. The photos made it appear that the house was further off the beaten path than it really is. It sits alongside a fairly busy street making the elevated patio feel like you’re on display.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam R., Colorado Springs

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

Great Stay!

Return visit to Eastern Star, always love it. Very relaxing, close to town, perfect layout for a family gathering. Definitely will come again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne H., Rockport, TX

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

Wonderful Stay

We stayed at this lovely home while attending Michael Hearne’s Big Barn Dance. The owners have thought of every detail in making our stay comfortable and enjoyable. The home is beautifully furnished and is located close enough to Taos to be there in 10 minutes but far away enough to see the stars at night! The Mountain View was beautiful from everywhere in the house. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

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

Beautiful and well equipped lodging

It was a great set up for two couples and another adult. Great living/dining area. We cooked in two nights and it was well equipped with everything we needed in the kitchen and otherwise.The decor was beautiful as well, and especially appreciated the Peruvian artifacts (one of our family is Peruvian). Hot tub was lovely way to come off the day. Mattresses and pillows not our preferred firmness (we go for hard beds and soft pillows) but in excellent shape.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Trinh Le

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Kent and I are from Texas and we love to go to Taos and be away from the hot and humid weather for a few days. We have also been in awe with the New Mexico landscape. After a few trips to Taos, we decided to buy a home here. As the Taos locals have told us, "The mountain is calling!" and, yes, we responded heartily by claiming it as our second home.

Why they chose this property

If you like nature, you will love it at Eastern Star Retreat!

The house is located just outside of town where you can truly appreciate the wide open spaces of Taos. At Eastern Star Retreat, you'll enjoy the 360 unhindered view of the Taos mountains.

The Taos county, itself, stretches over 50 square miles. The average number of sunny days is 300/365. It has a mixture of diverse cultures that include that of Native Americans, Spanish and Anglo.

Taos offers all kinds of outdoor activities all year round. The options are endless: e.g., skiing, snow boarding, snow shoeing, rafting, kayaking, hiking, golfing, horseback riding, biking, and hot air ballooning. Even if you are not as much of an outdoor sport enthusiast as you would like to be (i.e., like some of us), you'd still enjoy sitting back on the porch and soaking in the beautiful weather, pristine setting, and majestic mountain views.

Personally, I feel blessed whenever I am there.

What makes this property unique

Guests frequently tell us they love our 2nd story gazebo! It provides a truly unique view of the Taos' mountains and valleys. They also love our large hot tub ...such a wonderful way to get a massage, pain relief, or simply relaxing entertainment .

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