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Peaceful Adobe home between Taos/TSV- Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Summer Garden

Vacation home in Valdez with kitchen and patio

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Tucked away in the mountains, Pinon Paradise offers a serene retreat between Taos and Ski Valley. Take in the views of Taos Mountain from the private hot tub or relax by the fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs. Enjoy seasonal herbs and vegetables from the garden, a fully equipped kitchen, radiant heat floors, high vigas ceilings and comfortable sleeping arrangements.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Peaceful Adobe home between Taos/TSV- Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Summer Garden

Welcome to Pinon Paradise, our serene mountain retreat! Located between Taos (10 miles) and the Ski Valley (9 miles), it is perfect for summer and winter activities. Shops and restaurants in Arroyo Seco are only 3 miles away.

This home is truly special and unique. The extensively landscaped grounds are incredible. Guests are encouraged to pick and eat seasonal herbs and vegetables as well as cuttings from the wildflower garden. Depending on the time of year, you may be able to enjoy herbs, fresh vegetables, apples and grapes! In the winter, the snowy backdrop is the perfect end to a powdery ski day.

The home has high vigas ceilings and radiant heat floors. The back of the house has breathtaking views of Taos Mountain and spectacular sunrises. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you would need to prepare meals. There are two king bedrooms and a queen sleeper sofa (that is actually comfortable! It is a platform pull out with a gel mattress). There is one full bathroom.

Outside, there is a private hot tub with overhead string lights. The hot tub has views of the mountain that are the perfect end to a long day. The fire pit is surrounded by four large Adirondack chairs and encourages you to sit and relax (blankets are provided for the cool desert evenings).

If you are traveling with small children, there is a pack and play available.

4 wheel drive or chains required during snow.

Please note there is a Casita on the same property, situated with maximum privacy for each home. The homes are about 20 yards apart. Each home has it's own driveway and hot tub, but the grounds (fire pit, garden) are shared by both properties. If you have a larger group, please see the listing for reserving both properties as a "compound."

While this is a new listing, this property has been rented for years with numerous five star reviews. We have decided to rent without a management company because we want to know you, our guests, better!

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

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

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the neighborhood

Map
Valdez, NM

What's nearby

  • Taos Mountain Casino - 19 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Taos Plaza - 20 min drive - 12.9 miles
  • Kit Carson Park - 21 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • Taos Pueblo - 22 min drive - 13.1 miles
  • Rio Grande Gorge Bridge - 23 min drive - 16.9 miles

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Midtown Market and Lounge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pizanos - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Toribios - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taos Cow - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Aceq Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Adobe home between Taos/TSV- Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Summer Garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Adobe home between Taos/TSV- Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Summer Garden?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Adobe home between Taos/TSV- Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Summer Garden?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Adobe home between Taos/TSV- Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Summer Garden located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Carson National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Rottenstone Pottery and Manzanita Canyon Trailhead. KTAOS Solar Center and Salto Del Agua Cave & Waterfall are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Peaceful Adobe home between Taos/TSV- Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Summer Garden Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elliott G.

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

Great time

Great spot! We had a blast and place is very quaint and beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh A.

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

Good location, quiet area

This property in Valdez is great if you want to be between the ski valley and the town of Taos. Quite location, well-stocked, with plenty of room to spare. We enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart K.

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

Great stay in Valdez

A fantastic jumping off point for hikes into the high mountains above Taos Ski Valley! A wonderful stay in a stunning house -- the view of Taos Mountain is spectacular. Can't wait to return to this magical spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deni M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and serene

This is a perfect place to stay when visiting Taos. The property is comfortable, private and quiet. We felt so at home it was difficult to pack up and head back to our everyday lives!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kent R.

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

Excellent

Wonderful cozy home close to the mountains and to the Taos Cow in Arroyo Seco! Clean, well kept and well equipped!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kent R.

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

Wonderful get-away!

Beautiful and well appointed house. All amenities - hot tub was great to relax muscles after hikes, bouldering and fishing streams. Beautiful view of mountains, fruit on trees, vegetables in garden, flowers in garden. Quiet, remote, easy access to Arroyo Seco and Taos town center. Our best stay in Taos yet!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

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

Magical property with stunning views

We absolutely loved this property. The adobe home was charming and rustic while also being well supplied with everything we needed. The views of the mountains, the fire pit, the hot tub, and the garden all added up to make this home a very special slice of New Mexico that my family and I would love to return to. The host Amy was also super friendly and responded quickly to questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

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

Just what we wanted!

We recently stayed at this property, it did not disappoint. Everything in the listing was accurate, house was spotless and looks very well cared for. Kitchen was stocked with everything we needed and fresh firewood for the fire pit was a nice touch. The location was perfect, we were taking our kids skiing for the first time and it was only 15-20 minutes to Ski Valley. If you are going in winter I would highly recommend 4 wheel drive, we had 2 large snowfalls and would have been in trouble without it. The home is very serene, great mountain views and just feels so relaxed when you are there. We will be returning!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Elizabeth H., Houston, TX

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house

This little home is a true gem, it was warm and cozy and had everything we needed. We absolutely loved the property and recommend it to anyone looking to stay close to Taos, but more in the hills near the mountain. We loved the views of the mountains through the large windows and the bird bath out of the kitchen window. It was filled birds every morning and the occasional rabbit. While the garden was done for the season, it was easy to imagine the beauty it must hold in the spring and summer. We did have concerns with the cleanliness, especially with the bathroom. Something we took care of on our own and will share directly with the property management.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adobe home with gorgeous mountain views

We loved this beautiful adobe home. It was artfully decorated, cozy, quiet and comfortable. The kitchen/dining/living area is large and open; the bedrooms are roomy with comfy beds. There are huge picture windows and an outdoor seating/firepit area that were great for watching the gorgeous sunsets overs Taos Mountain and stargazing in the clear night sky. We appreciated the outdoor blankets that allowed us to sit ouside in the cool temperatures. We enjoyed soaking in the hot tub. There are many scenic drives and hiking opportunities in the area. We had wonderful meals at Farmhouse Cafe and the Taos Mesa Brewing mothership location which is close to the Rio Grande Gorge bridge. The host provided excellent directions to the home and was always quick to respond. We’d love to return in the summer in order to experience the garden.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

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

One of the nicest properties we've visited

The host was very responsive to our questions and requests.We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy N.

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

Nybergs

Such a wonderful stay! It’s a gem! Perfect for our family Taos ski trip and exploring the magic around us! Lots of space and amenities and great communication. Can’t wait to come back someday
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawson P.

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

Great place for a ski vacation!

If you are coming to Taos to ski, this is a great place. Warm and clean. Make sure to be clear in directions before you get close, because cell signal is rough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Great stay

Our family stayed here over Christmas week. It is such a cute and roomy house with great views. It is perfectly set up with everything we needed. Convenient drive to both Taos Ski Valley and town of Taos.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

GL M.

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

Nice Outdoor Area

The outdoor garden was beautiful, The sitting area at the end of the walk had a nice view of the mountains. Firewood was provided and we had a nice outdoor fire in the round covered fireplace. Some convenience/maintenance items could be improved. The Fire detectors were missing, there weren't a large number of steps at the entrance but they were very tall and hard to walk up, the bedrooms were dimly lit and had no chairs to sit on to put on shoes, the hot water heater had a repaired pipe that was slightly leaking and this heater was very loud cutting on and off, the bed was very tall and was very hard to get into with no step stool, the picnic type dining table with the long bench seats was uncomfortable to use.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Wonderful paradise

The property was perfect- everything was clean and tidy. The home was well equipped with bonus items (oils, spices, extra paper towels, laundry soap) that were unexpected but awesome! The hot tub was great and clean and comfortable. We enjoyed it most evenings. We loved the view of Taos mountain in the morning with coffee and in the evening. The gardens were another added bonus and the yard and grounds were immaculate. Can’t wait to come back! We miss it already..
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

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

Wonderful Casita!

My friends and I had a wonderful few days in the beautiful house at the end of March. The interior was very comfortable and had many personal touches not common in rentals these days. We also enjoyed the fire pit with it's gorgeous views of the mesa and mountains, and even made friends with a local dog. The hot tub was also amazing for relaxing after a day skiing or just simply relaxing. We would happily stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald P.

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

Perfect in every way! (see earlier review)

Two time guest going on three. So I guess we like it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

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

Beautiful views

A very quiet place in the mountains. We loved the back yard area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Hao Z.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very nice house with a beautiful mountain view

We love our warm and cozy 5 nights stay in this skiing season. It can be one of the hottest properties in VRBO if it's organized and cleaned better. We love the remoteness of the house. It's better to arrive before dark for an easier drive on the unpaved road with sharp turns. 4 wheel drive is preferred. The way to Tao's Skiing Valley can be called a scenic drive. Ms Amy is quick in responding, check in is smooth.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

The perfect place

Pure peace and tranquility, amazing views, amazing home and property, can’t beat this gem of a location! Would love to come back again to this truly special place. Thank you Amy for a first class experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a longer summer vacation planned and stayed at the property for a few nights along the way. We stay in places as a getaway from the heat as well as the hustle and bustle of the city and this rental provided. It has amazing views of the mountains and is relatively secluded. There are plenty of activities within driving distance, we went hiking, white water rafting and some shopping in the Taos plaza. I didn't book through VRBO and didn't have phone service, so had no way of communicating with the owner or caretaker. There is a rulebook with a way to contact the caretaker if you book through VRBO. We wanted to use the firepit but after having to research the laws, it's illegal without getting a permit 48 hours ahead, so we refrained. The kitchen has a full array of utensils if needed. The beds are comfortable but I forgot that not many houses in Taos have central cooling so it made for some warmer nights than we're accustomed. Unfortunately for us, the hot tub water was filthy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron J.

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

Couldn't have asked for better.

Location was perfect right between Taos and the ski valley. The place was as advertised or better. Would love to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

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

Cute taos trip

Very cute Lil home. Clean and comfortable house. Hot tub was great. Comfortably fit four adults. Road in was a little off the beaten path but as long as you followed directions you were fine. Wish I could have been there in the summer to utilize the gardens! Less than thirty from the ski resort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald P.

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

Perfect Property. Why Would Anyone Stay in the Ski Valley?

If you're coming up to Taos to ski and considering staying at one of the overpriced properties in the ski valley itself you should probably reconsider; your judgment is questionable. Poor decision making is not something you want to bring to this mountain. Over the years I've stayed at a number of rentals, both in and around the ski valley, and can say without hesitation that "Pinion Paradise" is where you want to camp out. Fifteen minutes from the base area, sited on some seriously gorgeous wooded acreage with nice views of Taos Mountain. Newer house with a large, well-equipped kitchen, spacious bedrooms each with a television and a living room made for relaxing after a hard day on the slopes. The private outdoor hot tub comfortably seats four and is just outside the kitchen door. There appears to be another rental nearby (maybe 20 yards away) but the only "neighbors" we encountered were the local pack of curious pooches who came around whenever bacon was being fried up. If this is your first trip to the ski valley, particularly during the winter season, save yourself some money and stay here. Taos Ski Valley isn't Aspen or Vail, not by a longshot. Unless you want to drive in to Taos proper there's not all that much to do and very limited dining options, particularly on weekdays. You're better off sticking around this cozy corner of Valdez, maybe grabbing dinner at Aceq in Arroyo Seco (10 minutes away) and soaking the night away thinking about which runs you're going to hit the next day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023