In the heart of El Prado, this modern cottage boasts a chic interior and a large patio with mountain views perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Walk along the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, hike at Taos Ski Valley or whip up a meal in the well-equipped kitchen. This vacation rental is an ideal home base with modern comforts like free WiFi, solar heating and an open floor plan.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 663 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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About this property
Cottage w/ Patio & Grill - 25 Min to Taos Valley!
Calling all outdoor enthusiasts to this 2-bed, 1-bath solar-powered El Prado cottage boasting a chic, modern interior and a large patio with mountain views. For an action-packed day, walk along the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, soar above the desert in a hot air balloon or hike, ski, and everything in between at Taos Ski Valley. When hunger strikes, whip up a meal in the well-equipped kitchen or dine out at La Cueva Cafe. This vacation rental is an ideal home base for all-season adventures!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Pets Welcome | Single-Story Home | Free WiFi
This home is ideal for hikers and skiers seeking a home base with modern comforts and a location with proximity to the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa
OUTDOOR LIVING: Charcoal grill, patio, seating, large yard, large fenced-in enclosed dog run, 4 blue Adirondack chairs KITCHEN: Well-equipped, cooking basics, Keurig, 2-person breakfast bar, toaster, coffeemaker, coffee grinder INDOOR LIVING: Solar heating, flat-screen Smart TV, laptop-friendly workspace, open floor plan, tile flooring GENERAL: Patio, towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, hairdryer, ceiling fans, keyless entry, first-aid kit, exterior security cameras FAQ: No A/C PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles), street parking, RV & trailer parking ADDIT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: If you're traveling with more than 6 guests, check the availability of the additional 2-bedroom or 3-bedroom vacation rental on the property. Please inquire about renting both properties together
-- THE LOCATION --
TAOS SKI VALLEY (15.3 miles): Skiing, snowboarding, tubing hill, snow sports lessons, zip lining, scenic chairlift rides, mountain biking, hiking, rock climbing ATTRACTIONS: Eske's Paradise Balloons (1.6 miles), Los Rios River Runners (9.2 miles), Rio Grande Gorge Bridge (7.3 miles), Rio Grande Del Norte National Monument (13.4 miles) OUTDOOR RECREATION: Pueblo Peak (9.4 miles), Angel Fire Resort (29.6 miles), Taos Country Club (12.2 miles) BREWERIES/DINING: Taos Mesa Brewing (3.3 miles), Orlando’s (2.9 miles), The Burger Stand @ Taos Ale House (4.3 miles), Guadalajara Grill (3.5 miles), La Cueva Cafe (4.9 miles) DAY TRIPS: Red River (33.0 miles), Santa Fe (73.8 miles) AIRPORT: Los Alamos Airport (66.8 miles), Santa Fe Regional Airport (82.8 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 max) - Exotic pets considered upon request - No events, parties, or large gatherings - NOTE: Your safety matters. Exterior cameras are located on all entrances. The cameras do not look into any interior spaces - NOTE: Another vacation rental unit is on the premises and other travelers may be present during your stay - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Internet access
Parking and transport
Street parking available
Limited on-site parking (max 3 spaces)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Yard
Work spaces
Laptop workspace
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Motor boating 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are 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
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
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Cottage w/ Patio & Grill - 25 Min to Taos Valley! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Cottage w/ Patio & Grill - 25 Min to Taos Valley!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cottage w/ Patio & Grill - 25 Min to Taos Valley!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cottage w/ Patio & Grill - 25 Min to Taos Valley!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cottage w/ Patio & Grill - 25 Min to Taos Valley! located?
Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from KTAOS Solar Center and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Millicent Rogers Museum. Kakawa Chocolate House and Taos Mountain Casino are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Reviews
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We had a great stay and enjoyed how close it was to the slopes! It was clean and comfortable. As a heads up it has a mini fridge which was fine, but if you are there for a week you may want to bring a cooler for a backup place to keep drinks.
Wonderful little cottage within minutes of Taos Ski Valley.
This is a great little weekend getaway spot. So close to Taos Ski valley, and most local attractions. If you are looking for peace and quiet, this is your place. We had a great time (mins a broken leg - haha) and will be checking availability of this property the next time we are in the Taos area.
The Blue Adobe was exactly as described and pictured. It was an easy drive to the Taos ski resort and a short drive into town. It was a bit tight for our family of five, but luckily the kids are small so with one on the floor it worked out quite nicely. I didn't realize from the photos that the fridge is a large version of a mini fridge (with a working freezer) and the kitchen is very very small. We pre-made all of our meals and had to keep them in our cooler, which luckily worked out fine. Groceries for multiple meals would not have fit. There's also no washer and dryer. And the table is only big enough for four (we brought a folding table to eat together). I didn't knock down the stars because nothing in the listing was inaccurate, I just didn't quite realize how small it was. We had a great time and appreciate the cleanliess, responsiveness of the host/manager, location, and accuracy of the listing.
The bathroom is nice! Master bedroom is bigger than it needs to be, second bedroom is a bit small. It has litter space to work with with suitcase open. To be this close to a ski resort, more hooks badly needed for jackets, ski pants, ski jackets, gloves and related items. There is just not enough space to lay things around
The “Blue Adobe” cottage was a beautiful and comfortable place to stay. It was designed beautifully and modern. The floor heating kept the whole place warm. There were plenty blankets , pillows and even an air mattress which we did use when my little one had Altitude sickness. We had a 23 hour drive basically and our host was extremely accommodating to that. There were plenty dishes and serving ware for basic meal. There is only a small fridge so I recommend only getting 1 meals worth of ingredients at a time. They had basic spices, paper towels and dish washing materials. It was very hard to find places to eat in Taos that were open late at night or even past 3 pm. Most places cater to breakfast or brunch. There are places for take out at night and places to eat if u don’t wait til the last minute like us. They have a wonderful fenced in area behind the cottage for your dog. The front gate doesn’t stay close so be mindful if your dog runs off like our corgi likes to do. Luckily he doesn’t like the cold and gets scared easily and turned around. There isn’t access to a washer and dryer but we did notice some laundromats nearby. The cottage is close to markets and not far from Walmart. And there was also a great little welcome gift of wine an cheese from the hosts as well. They also had organic products from Trader Joe’s. I doubt we will ever go back to Taos to stay because the town is just not our cup of tea. The ski resort there is more for experienced skiing and snow boardin
Jennifer D.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Christopher
14 Feb 2023
Easy access and good distance to Taos Ski Valley
Check in process was a breeze and no real issues during the stay!
Christopher
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mary
7 Oct 2022
Taos Getaway
Very clean and beautiful property. Lovely bathroom and kitchen. We will be back!
We had a wonderful Christmas with our daughter who lives in Taos. So nice to have a yard to let our dogs out to run around. Would definitely stay again. Had a small issue after power outage but was resolved very quickly even though it was Christmas Eve.
The Blue Adobe was clean and well-apportioned. We were very comfortable and had a great time. Thank you for the wine, cheese, and bread, too! We have told our Taos family this is a great place for them to consider for other out of town guests!
Julia C.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Shane
14 June 2021
Very nice place
The place was very nice and had been updated with attractive finishes. The enclosed backyard was great for the dog. My only complaint was there is no ac or evaporative cooler and it was very hot. The host was nice enough to bring a fan but it wasn’t enough.
Owner left us a bottle of Merlot and a loaf of rosemary foccacio bread. Very thoughtful. Fridge is very small but beautiful new range. And the view of the mountains is beautiful.
We enjoyed being in a quiet neighborhood outside of town. This unit worked fine for a short weekend. The kitchen and living area was tight for a family of five, but would have been great for a couple.