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

Vacation home in El Prado with kitchen and patio

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Eastern Star Retreat - Open Plan, well-appointed home with mountain views. provides amenities like a playground and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

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

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.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Rules

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.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Table games available, for the young and old

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

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El Prado, NM

What's nearby

  • Earthships - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Taos Mountain Casino - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Taos Plaza - 10 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Kit Carson Park - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Taos Pueblo - 13 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Allsup's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Michael's Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Elevation Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pizanos - ‬4 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.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

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

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of KTAOS Solar Center, Millicent Rogers Museum, and Earthships. San Francisco de Asís Church is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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

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

Brad O.

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

Weekend Getaway

Way nicer than the pictures and a great place for a weekend getaway
Stayed 3 nights in May 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

8/10 Good

Robert C.

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

Taos

lovely home well equipped close to Taos. Great views and great restaurants nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

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

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

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

Mary F., Gainesville Florida

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

Eastern Star Retreat

Lovely stay . Home very clean , organized and homey .Trihn quickly responded to my question.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

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

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

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

Ed D.

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

Great Stay

Great Stay just outside of Taos. Owner was great to work with and the house was amazing! Nice and open! The hot tub was great too!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

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

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

Jennifer C.

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

Sister’s Trip

The property was more than we expected. We had a great time in the Taos area, so much to take in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shellie P.

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

Beautiful place, wonderful view

We had a wonderful stay, the kids played lots of games and interacted a lot. Open floor plan was awesome for our group! We would love to come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claude S.

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

Beautiful Setting

Great house with great views. Very thoughtful host and excellent communication. Perfect for two couples plus. The house was very well equipped.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

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

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

Melissa M.

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

PERFECT!!!

Beautiful home with quick access to the slopes and downtown shops. Could not have been better for our family of seven. Loved the hot tub and all this home had to offer!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

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

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

Stephen S.

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

Family vacation

6 of us, ranging in ages from 75+ to 19 years, stayed for 3 nights. We loved the property and the personal touches of the owners. Everything looked just as in the pictures and in great working order. Prior to the stay, I was concerned that the cooling system might not do the job. In reality, on some of the hottest days of the year, it worked great. Overall, cannot recommend this property enough. I would stay here again in a minute!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023