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Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Perched high on a hill overlooking the majestic Rio Grande Gorge, this 6,500-square-foot earthship offers two private suites with queen beds and gorgeous views. Each suite has a private patio, sitting area, bathroom and mini fridge for ultimate comfort. With wii-fi access in common areas and upscale cookware in the gourmet kitchen you'll feel at home.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom3 bathroomsSleeps 4604 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$617
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

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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.

Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn

Two beautiful bedroom suites are available in this magnificent 6,500-square-foot earthship (see photos). The second suite is automatically added for parties of 3-4. Should parties of 2 want both suites, book for 3. You will be the only guests during your booking. Dobson House sits high on a hill ringed by mountains overlooking the Rio Grande Gorge. The two suites occupy the entire lower level and connect to the magnificent living room and gourmet commercial kitchen via a grand underground staircase. Each adobe and Mexican-tiled suite has gorgeous views, a private patio, queen bed, sitting area, bathroom, mini fridge, microwave, and coffee and tea service. Cook meals in the massive gourmet commercial kitchen. Dine with gorgeous views. Hike, bike, or snowshoe beautiful trails. The rim of the gorge, where you'll find breathtaking views of the canyon and Rio Grande 800-feet below, is a 10-minute hike from your door. Mineral-rich hot springs are a hike away. Gorgeous sunsets and starry skies await. This exquisite 6,500-square-foot earthship, built as an exclusive inn, requires a caretaker and my sweet dog, Ruby, and I are on premises to ensure your exceptional experience. Wonderfully off the beaten path, vehicles with AWD or 4WD and good clearance are necessary in inclement weather.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski area nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not 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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the airport
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking 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

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Property does not allow children
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 6,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
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 first aid kit
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 Registration Number HO-14-2022

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Dobson House--famous Taos Earthship Arroyo Hondo
The Dobson House--famous Taos Earthship Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Arroyo Hondo, NM

What's nearby

  • Rio Grande Gorge Bridge - 14 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Earthship BioTecture - 16 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Kit Carson Park - 23 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Taos Plaza - 23 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Taos Ski Valley - 38 min drive - 41.5 km

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Midtown Market and Lounge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taos Mesa Brewing - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sabor Perijanero - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Mountain View Lounge - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Jose's Birthday Get Away - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn?

As of 16 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn on 17 Nov 2025 start from AU$617.35, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn located?

Located in the heart of Arroyo Hondo, this holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, Carson National Forest and Earthship BioTecture. Kit Carson Park and Taos Mountain Casino are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 217 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 217 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 217 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 217 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 217 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Douglas L.

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

Gorgeous Property

We loved staying here and look forward to coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Neat place

We enjoyed our stay and Brenda was very accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

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

Great place to stay thank you

We stayed for one night for a concert it was an awesome place slept great beautiful views. The Star gazing was amazin; g
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany G.

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

Absolutely would stay here again!

Brenda is lovely and welcoming. The property is one of a kind and I really felt like I got my money’s worth!! Kitchen was fantastic and the views were incredible.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn D.

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

Relaxing getaway

The property was beautiful and somewhat secluded. Not difficult to find. I enjoyed a hike, the stillness, and the scenery. A very relaxing place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley A., Denver, CO

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

Amazing!!

We had an absolutely wonderful time here. The house is stunning and the views are absolutely spectacular. Brenda, the host, is so so nice & her check-in and driving instructions were clear & helpful. We would happily stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Will s.

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

Incredible Destination

The Dobson house is a one of a kind experience. Incredible decorations and comfort go hand in hand with the unique architecture and beautiful landscape. So glad we stayed!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelan T., Oakland

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

Amazing House and Views

Spectacular house with amazing views!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edwin B.

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

Wow

A one of a kind! Wonderful place to stay if you visit Taos. Incredible!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yoko K.

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

Fantastic Earthship

This home was incredible. The location outside of town allowed for serenity, big sky viewing, access to the Rio Grande and was perfect. Brenda was a gracious and kind host and gave us so many helpful tips. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler Z.

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

Earthship solitude

Perfect first experience with an earthship. Was made to feel perfectly at home by our host Brenda. Loved the big kitchen. The room was well appointed and comfy, bathroom was accented with a great view. Will be back for the sunsets and the kind host.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Ted W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Partner's 40th

This house is a gem! Huge layout and interesting "gala" appropriate stairs. Hosts live in back hall from kitchen, which is not listed, so this is importnat to know. We felt like teenagers sneaking around a bit, but hosts were also really awesome folks. The one encouragement my partner had was a more cozy atmosphere in the downstairs bedroom. It really could have used a large comfy area rug below and above, and more areas to hang belongings. Electric stove did not work, but sun helped warm the place up on the warmer of the three days. Loved the spot, location, vibe and architecture....a "homier, cozier" vibe would be our only gripe. Thanks Brenda!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

yvonne S.

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

Amazing earthship

We only stayed one night, wish it could have been longer. My friends were a little concerned at first when we left the pavement, but by the time we got there we were all enchanted. Beautiful home and host. Even thought the night was very cold outside (20F) we were warm and toasty inside. the views from the living room were fantastic. We were able to take a short hike to the Rio Grand George. The best word I can use is WOW!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

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

Remember Earthships are earthy not 5 star hotels

We are very familiar with Earthships and love the earthy nature of the Dobson Earthship in Taos. The road to the 6,000 sq. ft. Earthship was dirt. warn and rutted by their recent torrential rains. Our all wheel drive was sufficient to navigate the several miles of dirt roads. The host, Brenda is wonderful and very knowledgeable about Michael Reynold's architecture. Lots of beautifully designed steps to climb so be prepared for the exercise. Not for the physically weak or impaired. You want a good taste of authentic Earthship life that can accommodate more than two if you take friends, the Dobson Earthship may be a good choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly D.

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

WOW!!! ABSOLUTELY STUNNING!

I’d give this house 15 stars if I could! This place is absolutely stunning from the moment you walk in the door. We just rented one of the bedroom suites but if you went with another couple you each would have complete privacy and then share the rest of the 6500 sf house! The art and furnishings are so cute and interesting. The dramatic 100 ft grand staircase is so beautiful and when you reach the top you have beautiful views in a 1600 sf living space. I wish I could live here permanently! We didn’t cook, but if you wanted to, it has a gourmet kitchen with anything you could possibly need. Brenda, the owner, lives upstairs in the back with Ruby her sweet dog. She comes and goes, but is never intrusive on your personal space and is a delight to talk to! This earthship house is so interesting with beautiful architectural lines! It’s a little bit outside of town (about 15 minutes) but it’s totally worth it to enjoy the peace and solitude! It’s an easy hike to the rim of the gorge. We didn’t do the hike to the hot springs but that’s fairly close as well. It would be a great place to stay in the winter if you’re planning on skiing Taos cause it’s probably only about 40 minutes away. This was definitely one of the best accommodations we’ve ever stayed in. LOVED IT!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mari T.

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

Yay for Earthships

We had a great visit; our host was wonderful, so was her sweet dog. We had great day trips around the area, hiked down to the Rio Grande from our front door, and enjoyed coming back to the cool calm earthship.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

June H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect home base for Taos desert and mountain adventures. It is very remote and beautiful, with hiking right out the door. Indoor stargazing with the Milky Way right out my bedroom window. It is a unique building with a really cool history. Our host Brenda was right on site with a wealth of knowledge about the area. I hope we get to come back soon.
We cooked in the shared kitchen and our breakfast here
Amazing view! Hot air balloons floated by in the morning.
Almost 360 views out the windows in the living room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie B.

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

Outstanding!

Truly an unforgettable experience staying in one of the coolest places! Such a special and unique place. Brenda was amazing - she was very responsive and helped us a ton! Lovely stay. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

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

Gorgeous house!

This property os beautiful, we loved every minute of it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

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

DOBSON HOUSE

We had a great experience! I wish I had read the posting more thoroughly. Shared space! I didn't realize this until the property owner texted directions that also said we would share the fridge with her. No big deal. My bad. We wanted privacy and peace and that's what we received. Gorgeous!!! Peaceful rest. The road from hwy to Dobson is rough! I drove my Prius there. We were bouncing all over the place. All wheel or 4 wheel should suggested.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

A true getaway

Getting to the house is a bit of an adventure as it’s many miles down a washboard dirt road however, one you arrive and come and go you get comfortable with the driving options. We arrived at about 6pm after driving up from Albuquerque. We had check in info and our code worked to get into our private entrance. We were immediately greeted by Ruby, the house dog! The entrance is spectacular and opens onto the doors to both suites and the grand staircase that leads up to the main part of the house. Since only two of us stayed we had suite 1 and suite 2 was closed off. It’s a mirror of the suite we had with different decorations. We unloaded the car and then Brenda, our host and the owner came down to say hello. She was very friendly and helpful. We got settled and got our food upstairs to the kitchen. This is a shared space though we mostly had it to ourselves. We cooked dinner Friday night and enjoyed the beautiful panoramic view of the valley, mountains and the Rio Grande Gorge. We got up Saturday morning and headed out to the Gorge for a hike. Ruby joined us as we walked down the driveway and we found she knows her way around and happily lead us and waited and made sure we knew the right way to go then got us back to the house! So fun to have her along! Today we got up and hiked the other way and made it down to the river with Ruby as our guide. This was a wonderful experience and we enjoyed ourselves so much! We will be back!!
Private entrance and stairway to main level.
Our suite
Bathroom
Main living area with panoramic views
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome, unbelievable location, better than describe. Brenda is top-notch.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally K.

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

A One of a Kind Property

We were greeted by Ruby the VRBO dog when we arrived for our 2 night stay. She's an awesome pup! We enjoyed talking to Brenda and learning about the property from her. Her collection of art in the house is wonderful. We made two dinners and breakfasts and found everything we needed in the kitchen. Sunsets were amazing. Walking down to the view of the Rio Grande was an experience. We didn't make the trek to the river itself. From the house, we went to the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, visited the Harwood Museum (loved it), toured the earth house community, had lunch at Michaels Kitchen (delicious huge servings), explored cemeteries and churches. Cyd's was a good place to grocery ship for what we needed. Smiths has a bigger selection. The gravel road is a bit teeth rattling but the house makes it all worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

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

A Truly Unique Taos Experience

This property is absolutely beautiful! We were so grateful that Brenda shares the Dobson house. She was a responsive, friendly, and gracious host, and the house is really incredible. The location feels remote and offers breathtaking scenery, but you're still close to town. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy S.

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

Very cool!

Brenda is a great host, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The place is absolutely silent, which is good for the soul. We walked in the fresh snow to the edge of the gorge and it was beautiful. My only disappointment was that the fireplace in the suite is off limits due to some totally legitimate technical issues. Knowing that ahead of time wouldn't have made a difference except that I wouldn't have got my hopes up for a fire next to the bed. Arriving close to sunset while it was snowing meant that our suite was quite cold the first night and the radiator had trouble keeping up. But by morning it had warmed up and all was well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025