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The tree house on the Rio Hondo Valley Alpacas- no cleaning fee

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Property grounds
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Lake
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
In the beautiful Valdez Valley, The Tree House offers a serene escape. Hand-built with handmade furniture and antiques, this fairy-tale cottage is surrounded by giant cottonwoods and overlooks a 100 ft. pond with Mallard Ducks.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • 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.

The tree house on the Rio Hondo Valley Alpacas- no cleaning fee

Take yourself back in time when life was much simpler. Come and stay at a real working farm. The Tree House is located on a 13.5 acre private estate in the Beautiful Valdez Valley just 6 miles north of Taos.

The Tree House is a fairy-tale cottage, hand built by the owner, who is a Taos artist and metal sculptor and furnished with handmade furniture and antiques. There is peace and quite except for the rustling of the giant 200 year old cottonwoods and the rushing of the Rio Hondo River as it makes its' way to the Rio Grande. The Tree House has a balcony that over looks a 100 ft. pond with Mallard Ducks.

A short walking distance on the other side of the property is the working part of the farm, consisting of Alpacas, Ducks, Chickens and of course the gentle Great Pyrenees dogs that watch over all. You are welcome to feed the Alpacas, learn about their history and in early summer you might even see a cria (baby Alpaca) or you can walk to he top of the hill and watch the chickens.

There is lots of wildlife in the Valley and you might occasionally see a Bear, coyote, Deer, Fox or even an Elk on the property.

We are located half way between Taos and Taos Ski Valley. About a 10 min drive in either direction.

Come stay with us and enjoy tranquility in the Land of Enchantment.

To rent this property please contact us by e-mail as there is usually not anyone available to answer the phone.
Contact us for availability.




Keywords: Tree House, Private Estate, Working Farm, Alpaca Farm, Vacation Rental, Guest House, Alpaca Farm Store

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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
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 deadlock
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 transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Valdez, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Río Grande del Norte National Monument and Carson National Forest, while Rottenstone Pottery and KTAOS Solar Center are cultural highlights. Kakawa Chocolate House and Twirl Toystore and Playspace are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Earthships - 21 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Taos Plaza - 21 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Kit Carson Park - 21 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Taos Pueblo - 24 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Rio Grande Gorge Bridge - 25 min drive - 26.4 km

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Midtown Market and Lounge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Toribios - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Saltos - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Golden Piñon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Medley. - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The tree house on the Rio Hondo Valley Alpacas- no cleaning fee pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The tree house on the Rio Hondo Valley Alpacas- no cleaning fee?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The tree house on the Rio Hondo Valley Alpacas- no cleaning fee?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The tree house on the Rio Hondo Valley Alpacas- no cleaning fee located?

Located in the heart of Valdez, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Carson National Forest and within 6 miles (10 km) of Rottenstone Pottery and Manzanita Canyon Trailhead. KTAOS Solar Center and Millicent Rogers Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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The tree house on the Rio Hondo Valley Alpacas- no cleaning fee Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 378 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 378 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 378 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 378 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 378 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DeAnn H.

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

Fairytale-like Stay!

This treehouse stay has been almost fairytale like! The house is darling and clean! Jim and June are wonderful hosts. If you need a place to relax and refresh and you love the tranquility and peace afforded in nature, this is your place! I cannot recommend it highly enough!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Stay for skiing

The couple was very nice. We had a great stay at the cabin and it was super close to Taos ski resort! Beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

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

Magical place!

The Tree House was everything promised and then some. Located in a lovely valley outside Taos, the property is breathtaking with its pond, proximity to the Rio Hondo and feeling of privacy. The facilities are comfortable and complete for a relaxing, refreshing stay. The hosts are available but discreet. A truly special place!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyrell K.

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

Nice area near slope.

It was spacious, good price, and nice area near the slope.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth B.

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

Sanctuary in the High Desert

Jun and Jim’s treehouse on their sanctuary in northern NM was perfect for our stay. It probably works best for a couple but we two girlfriends found it ideal. The guest bed/sofa was comfy. Our hosts were friendly and helpful. The area is fortunate to have them and we thank them for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kya M.

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

Amazing Stay!

We loved our stay here!! The hosts were amazing and the area was so beautiful. Highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah Y.

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

Cozy & peaceful stay!

Really enjoyed my stay on this beautiful property. Jim and Jun are great hosts. The alpacas are very sweet and it was fun to hang out with them for a little while. The treehouse was cozy, quiet and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy K.

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

Absolutely peaceful!

The Tree House is a story book setting. The owners were very responsive and pleasant. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

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

Wonderful Place to Unwind!

We loved the location out of town, plenty of time and space to relax. Cabin was adorable!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry H.

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

Great stay!

Wonderful stay. Jim and Jun were very helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben O.

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

Fantastic Vacation

A beautiful and peaceful environment, great location, wonderful hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

stacy H.

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

Great place!!

Just as described. Clean, with a great property to explore!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fort A.

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

Best Treehouse Ever

Really nice treehouse, and the grounds are beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

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

Very friendly hosts, gorgeous setting and giving trays to the alpacas delightful!

I wish I could have stayed longer, it was so peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT C.

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

Great Stay at Rio Hondo Estates

Beautiful property Nice people Excellent location Quiet, birdsong, Alpacas! We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Charming and peaceful

Loved the place. Older folks should be aware that the bedroom is in the loft and the bathroom is on the main floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie G.

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

Tree House Living

I truly enjoyed my stay at the treehouse! Jun and her husband are very nice people! I missed the alpacas by a day or two! They are selling their property. The treehouse was a wonderful respite for me, I just started full retirement! It had everything I needed, I was comfortable, it was clean and ready for me when I moved in I appreciate this very much and the opportunity to have stayed there!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cozy Stay

We enjoyed the charming home with beautiful views. We had everything we needed within a short drive to ski valley!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Great location in a beautiful setting

Comfortable self contained tree house within a well maintained property by a small pond and the creek with lots of wildlife. About 10-15 min drive to town and 15-20min drive to ski hill and nice hikes
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn T.

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

Sanctuary

Absolutely beautiful place to relax and a convenient area to use as base camp for many adventures. Thanks to June and Jim for allowing us to share their sanctuary!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

Unique hideaway

Just what we needed to unplug and enjoy nature, yet close to town for meals and shopping. Owner took time to introduce us to the alapacas and farm dog and shared the history of the property which enhanced the experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

tom d.

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

Magical treehouse

A fun ,magical place
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

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

Tree house

COMPLETELY RELAXING!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful Venue

My wife and I stayed for 3 nights. The setting and place was amazing. Helped make the trip wonderful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tessy F.

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

Fairytale adventure!

Loved our stay. Thank you! We hope to return again someday
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023