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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Pool
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Casa Bella - VIEWS private yard stream gourmet kitchen high speed internet

Arroyo Seco - Los Altos - Half way between Taos, NM village and Taos Ski Valley - 8 miles either direction

Taos Casa Bella - an upscale, custom built adobe view home, in the prestigious Los Altos community of Taos, New Mexico is located off Taos Ski Valley Road half way between town and the slopes. Guests enjoy eclectic Southwest / French Country charm, tasteful furnishings and 4 king bedrooms. For flexible sleeping arrangements, the den bedroom King bed can be converted to 2 twins. Be sure to notify caretaker long before arrival should your group require twins.

A recently remodeled country kitchen with granite counters and custom crafted knotty alder solid wood cabinets, Wolf commercial oven/range delight both the novice cook and the gourmet chef.

Radiant heated floors add to the quiet comfort and ambiance of this spacious, light and bright home. 4 bedroom and 4 bathroom sleeping 10 guests (or 12 to 14 guests with special arrangements including the cabin / casita / studio guest house).

Amenities include a well-equipped gourmet kitchen with Wolf oven / range, 3 Direct Satellite TV's (with 31 continuous play music channels and many free movie channels), washer and dryer. The professionally landscaped yard offers privacy, a lovely babbling brook (acequia irrigation stream). A jumbo covered deck 14 ft. x 52 ft., overlooking the acequia stream extends living space in a very private back yard. A gas grill, hammock and hot tub add to outdoor pleasures along with gorgeous mountain views and stream.

The luxury master suite with his & hers separate bathrooms + a massage room and jacuzzi tub for two makes Casa Bella a Honeymoon favorite.

Also, rare and unique to Taos, Casa Bella comes equipped with an efficient and central evaporative cooling system that functions in desert climates only. Those who have never experienced "swamp cooling" as a form of air-conditioning are in for a treat.

King (memory foam) master #1 with 2 bathrooms - one for him (with walk in shower) and one luxury bathroom for her (with huge walk in double shower + separate large jacuzzi tub for 2) makes Casa Bella a favorite for Honeymooners & Anniversaries. Included is a flat screen satellite TV and a Queen sleeper sofa and panoramic mountain views.

King master #2 with tub/shower combo comes equipped with a large sofa, large computer table/desk and large flat screen satellite TV.

King #3 (memory foam) guest bedroom & King #4 or 2 Twins den bedroom share guest bathroom with tub.

Casita Bella, (optional guest house / cabin /casita) is a full "studio guest house" perfect for 2, can sleep 2 additional children either on sofa tops or on child fold out foam 3 inch futon mats. Full kitchen and laundry, Satellite TV, stream, patio, deck and private Hot Tub can be rented separately or with Casa Bella for large groups.

Property manager

Premiere Properties

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

1475-47003

About the neighborhood

Map
New Mexico, Arroyo Seco

What's nearby

  • Wheeler Peak Wilderness Area - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kit Carson Park - 17 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Taos Plaza - 18 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Earthships - 19 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Taos Ski Valley - 34 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KTAOS Solar Center - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sabroso - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Medley - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Farmhouse Cafe and Bakery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Toribios - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Bella - VIEWS private yard stream gourmet kitchen high speed internet pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Bella - VIEWS private yard stream gourmet kitchen high speed internet?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Bella - VIEWS private yard stream gourmet kitchen high speed internet?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa Bella - VIEWS private yard stream gourmet kitchen high speed internet located?

Situated in Arroyo Seco, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Wheeler Peak Wilderness Area, Rottenstone Pottery, and Carson National Forest. Manzanita Canyon Trailhead and KTAOS Solar Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Casa Bella - VIEWS private yard stream gourmet kitchen high speed internet Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 92 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tara M.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Experience!
This property was stunning with a great view of the mountains and a lot of lush trees that blocked the view of other houses and the beautiful acacia running right through the back yard. The overall impression given by the property was an isolated mountainside house. The inside was beautifully decorated and comfortable and the neighbors were incredibly kind and talkative. Any problems were quickly and effectively addressed by the property manager which made our stay even more pleasant.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Destination wedding
Our family was totally impressed with the property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views, nice layout
Casa Bella is a lovely spot. Our family of 5, avid skiers, enjoyed our location right around the corner from charming Arroyo Seco, easy drive to Taos Ski Valley and easy drive to Taos. Our property manager was terrific and the house is comfortable and well laid out. Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property in a great location.
As advertised.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

juliana m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent family retreat!
My parents (70s), brother and I (50s) stayed here for a week. The house was perfect for us and provided the right amount of space for being together and yet not being on top of each other. The back patio was PERFECT and we enjoyed meals out there, taking turns napping in the hammock, listening to the creek, and viewing the stars from the hot tub each night. A really peaceful and restful week. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey B., Firestone, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay in beautiful Seco
The photos don’t do this property justice. It is quiet, peaceful and a breath of fresh air. The stars at night couldn’t be beat. The property easy to find especially in Northern NM and equipped with many items especially the kitchen. The beds are comfortable and there is plenty of space for many. Kristi was very responsive and kind throughout the process As a former Taos resident, it felt like a bit of home. We hope to be back soon!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lexia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
We have stayed at this home many times and always enjoy it. Kristi, the property caretaker, was wonderful and so easy to work with. We always spend lots of time on the huge back deck listening to the water in the acequia and enjoying the view . We’ll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

Raul A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very disappointed
Not sure where to start... I guess I will start by saying that I should have paid attention to a negative feedback I read before I booked this property, the first thing I said when we got to the property is “they were right”. The day we arrived to the property, we started unpacking and getting to choose rooms, we noticed that there were not hot water, so I went myself to the utility room to see if it was something I could have fixed, so I opened the door and noticed that the water heater needed some maintenance, I kept looking and saw 2 death mice on the floor. I contacted the care taker and informed ONLY about the hot water problem. With that being said, we had to wait until next morning for the technician to fix it. We got to the point where we picked our rooms, and all family members agreed that the property was filthy, and the room that I stayed in, the furniture was dusty, found several mouse drops in 2 corners, found several hair on the pillows and blankets. We had to wash blankets, and clear everybody’s room as we could. Following day, we started preparing everything to cook out and again, we noticed that the light bulb over the BBQ pit didn’t work. We replaced the light but, and still didn’t work. So we had to cook out using or cell phone little flashlight. In general, the property is nice, is just the conditions is in, again, it looks like the last time they cleaned the place was months ago and I feel that the caretaker needs to make sure everything works as it should before renting the property out. The disappointing part is, that instead of having a relaxing time, we had to spent some time cleaning and trying to fix things.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

2/10 Terrible

Amy W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely area, filthy home.
This was by far the filthiest place I have stayed in my 53 years. We would have left had we been able to find a place to accommodate all of our family on such short notice. We were welcomed by a dead mouse in one bedroom, rodent droppings throughout the home, a ton of dead bugs all over the entry rug, live ones streaming in every morning from the front door that you can see daylight through, so they had very easy access to the home. While I know mice get into homes, it was apparent no one had checked or cleaned hardly at all before our arrival. I doubt the mouse died and messed throughout the house in the minutes before our arrival. I have stayed at mountain homes much more rural than this and have never been greeted with the amount of dirt, bugs, and never, ever, rodent droppings all over. We were much more concerned with catching hantavirus during the stay than coronavirus. Toilets and sinks in the bathrooms were clean though, I will give them that. If the place was vacuumed prior to our arrival, it was just partially, and not well at all. Not only did the baseboards have rodent droppings all along them, there was animal hair on carpeting (we did not bring a pet so it wasn't ours) areas between beds and nightstands and basically all over the house were beyond filthy. It was obvious there had been no thorough cleaning for a very long time. It had the feel and look of a home that has sat vacant for a long time. Cobwebs, huge spider webs in master bath and another bedroom, filthy range with what appeared to be dried spaghetti sauce or something on it, we had to completely scrub it before we would use it. Filthy, stained shower curtain liner in one bathroom in the master bedroom, which would be an easy $10 fix to pick up a new liner at Target. Most of the towels provided were old and had torn and shredded sides. Again, an easy thing to replace at low cost. The only positive is the home sits on a lovely lot with a beautiful outdoor area, which saved us. We spent every waking moment outdoors so we didn't have to go into the house. Incredibly disappointing vacation rental, especially for the amount of money we paid.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dale G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Bella
The Casa Bella property was great. Close to the ski area. Only draw back was there are two bathrooms in one bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great Taos property
Finished our yearly ski trip to Taos, and this is probably our favorite property. We've stayed in a couple on the same street in Arroyo Seco. Really like the convenient location. Property is great. Tons of room, kitchen recently remodeled. Only quirk is that the master has two full bathrooms in it. One (probably the original) is just as you enter the master bedroom. The 2nd is a large suite (including massage room/table!), double shower, etc. that's at the other end of the bedroom. Probably added later. So someone does have to come into the room to access the bathroom if it's being shared.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020