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Cozy adobe studio with private balcony, mountain views, and classic Southwest charm—just minutes from Taos, Arroyo Seco, and Taos Ski Valley. Perfect for a peaceful canyon escape with modern comforts.

Apartment in Arroyo Seco with balcony and fireplace

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Welcome to the Cactus studio!
Room
An outdoor daybed is fantastic for enjoying morning coffee or an evening sunset.
Living area
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 2500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Valdez, NM
  • Place, Rottenstone Pottery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Manzanita Canyon Trailhead
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Taos Ski Valley
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Living room 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Balcony

About this property

Cozy adobe studio with private balcony, mountain views, and classic Southwest charm—just minutes from Taos, Arroyo Seco, and Taos Ski Valley. Perfect for a peaceful canyon escape with modern comforts.

Discover the Cactus Studio, a peaceful retreat tucked into a quiet community at the mouth of the canyon leading to Taos Ski Valley—just 15 minutes away. Perfect for adventurers and culture lovers alike, you’re only 5 minutes from Arroyo Seco and 20 minutes from Taos, with its world-renowned art, food, and charm.

This southwestern adobe-style studio is one of three uniquely designed spaces on a private property, offering comfort, style, and spectacular mountain views.

Please reach out via your booking app for the fastest response. Email is also available.

The studio is located in a quiet, rural community at the base of the canyon to Taos Ski Valley.

4-wheel-drive is recommended to access the property via dirt road. Snow tires are additionally recommended in winter.

The property has a keypad lock that allows you to come and go without having to worry about keys. Each guest is provided a unique code during their stay for enhanced security. Please note that the front door access is shared between this studio and two others. Guests from all three studios have front door access, but only you have access to your private studio.

Step into the Southwest with Saltillo tile, traditional viga beams, and locally inspired artwork throughout. Relax and unwind with:

- Queen-size memory foam bed with down pillows and premium sheets
- Wood-burning fireplace for cozy evenings
- High-speed WiFi and streaming TV (Hulu, Netflix, Max, Disney+)
- Kitchenette with mini fridge, tabletop oven/air fryer, coffee maker, electric kettle, and basic spices
- Private balcony with bistro seating and an outdoor daybed perfect for stargazing and enjoying stunning Rio Hondo River Valley views

Inside, a leather couch invites you to lounge in front of the fireplace, and a sliding glass door with screen provides fresh airflow during warm summer nights.


From road 150 headed towards the canyon turn (sharply) left onto road 230. Follow 230 until you see the 'Hacienda del Valdez' sign on your right. This is a dirt road and 4-wheel drive is required. Follow the road up the hill. The condo building is on your right (the 3-tiered building). Park in front of or to the right of the building and follow the middle red staircase to Unit 10. Your studio is one of the three located inside.

- Cell service is limited; save your door code and WiFi info offline prior to arrival.
- The studio is accessed via two flights of stairs—worth it for the incredible views!

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Amenities

Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
Fireplace

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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
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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
Quiet Hours are 10pm - 8am.
No smoking, pets, parties, or events.
Ensure the unit is locked each time you leave by pressing the 'Yale' button at the top of the keypad.

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 deadlock
Property Registration Number STR-2023-9621
Property # 4090521vb

About the area

Arroyo Seco

Located in Arroyo Seco, this apartment is in a rural area and in the mountains. Taos Ski Valley and Al's Run Ski Lift are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Kakawa Chocolate House and Twirl Toystore and Playspace.
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Valdez, NM

What's nearby

  • Rottenstone Pottery - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Manzanita Canyon Trailhead - 7 min drive - 8.6 km
  • KTAOS Solar Center - 11 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Taos Ski Valley - 13 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Al's Run Ski Lift - 13 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Midtown Market and Lounge - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pizanos - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Toribios - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taos Cow - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Aceq Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cactus Studio - 15min to Ski Valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Cactus Studio - 15min to Ski Valley?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cactus Studio - 15min to Ski Valley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cactus Studio - 15min to Ski Valley?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cactus Studio - 15min to Ski Valley located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is steps from Carson National Forest and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Rottenstone Pottery. Manzanita Canyon Trailhead and Salto Del Agua Cave & Waterfall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The views were great. As was Tyler !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos A.

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

Taos Holiday

Fantastic property, great location and Tyler is a great host!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

Great, efficient Studio

Clean, efficient studio in Valdez. Tyler gave all the directions to check-in, for my stay and check-out. Close to Taos Ski Valley & Arroyo Seco.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

J Norris P.

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

Comfy Studio

We stayed a couple of night at this property and really enjoyed ourselves. The bed and couch are quite comfortable and it was nice to have all of the streaming services provided on the TV and Wi-Fi available. If you want to do cooking, there is only an air fryer. But that is clear in the description, so it was not a surprise. Overall, it was a great experience. We would stay again and recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Tyler Sym

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Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests