Title: 2200 sq ft, 2-BR, 2-Bath townhouse, hot tub, double-living rooms, cook's kitchen, cedar deck, garden - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 2200 sq ft, 2-BR, 2-Bath townhouse, hot tub, double-living rooms, cook's kitchen, cedar deck, garden Vacation home in Arroyo Seco with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108750000/108740300/108740259/0fe3f07f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108750000/108740300/108740259/c3ffe0d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108750000/108740300/108740259/ff0f1789.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108750000/108740300/108740259/97cceaf5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108750000/108740300/108740259/c37f8f30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in Valdez, Bristlecone at A Bella Vista Valdez Lodge offers a serene retreat amidst the picturesque Kit Carson National Park. Enjoy panoramic views from the spacious cedar deck with propane grill and seating, or unwind by the propane-kiva fireplace on each floor. With access to hiking trails, local art shopping nearby and an exclusive concierge service for assistance. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms2240 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Fireplace - Washer - Kitchen - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 2200 sq ft, 2-BR, 2-Bath townhouse, hot tub, double-living rooms, cook's kitchen, cedar deck, garden Surrounded by picturesque Kit Carson National Park, Valdez Canyon and the Rio Hondo tributary to the Rio Grande River, Bristlecone at A Bella Vista Valdez Lodge is 9 miles from Taos Ski Valley, and minutes from Taos Pueblo, Village of Arroyo Seco and Town of Taos, providing guests with convenient access to every attraction this historic area has to offer. Privacy, a hot tub, mountain scenery, fine dining, local art, shopping, and every outdoor activity imaginable are yours at Bristlecone. Guests should feel free to reach out to the Host and On-Site Manager with any questions or for assistance. Ask about our concierge service including provision of ski breakfasts and homemade dinners. Bristlecone is located above the quiet little town of Valdez, in Taos County. Located 9 miles from the Taos Ski Valley, Bristlecone offers breathtaking mountain, canyon and high-desert views. Guests of Bristlecone enjoy ready access to the Ski Valley while avoiding its expenses and the inevitable traffic associated with other locations, while having a large warmly appointed private home to return to every evening. •. Access to the residence is private. • The property has a keypad lock that allows you to come and go without having to worry about keys. • Each guest is provided a unique code during their stay for enhanced security. • Free parking access for two cars is available in front of the residence as well as in the A Bella Vista Valdez Lodge parking lot. Vast and warmly appointed, your sun-drenched 2-floor, 2-bedroom, 2-bath adobe residence at A Bella Vista Valdez Lodge offers panoramic vistas through oversized windows with sliding doors, steep corbelled ceilings, brick entry and radiant-heated tile floors, sky lit staircase, custom woodwork and cabinetry, dual living rooms, propane -kiva fireplace on each floor, cook’s kitchen with European style appliances, full washer + dryer, original art and regional artifacts, spacious cedar deck with propane grill and seating off the main living room, and more. The second floor features a grand master bedroom with a king bed, kitchenette and seating for coffee or apres ski, enclosed patio with wood-burning chiminea and bench seating, sandstone-tiled full bathroom with tub and a second spacious bedroom outfitted with two queen beds located down the hall. Private vehicle is necessary. Shuttle services are available for tours and airport transport. The nearest train station is in Ratan, NM. Taos has an airport which accommodates small prop and jet crafts. The nearest international airports are located in Santa Fe and Albuquerque, NM and Denver, CO. •. 4-Wheel Drive / All Wheel Drive vehicles are necessary to access the property via dirt road, particularly in winter, when snow tires are also recommended. •. Cell phone service is poor to non-existent on the property, and will likely disappear altogether as you make your final approach to the residence. High-speed internet will support cell coverage, enabling calls, texting and messaging applications. •. To avoid problems due to loss of GPS directions on your approach to property and to facilitate check-in, please make sure you to have directions, personal door code + WiFI info captured offline before arriving. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### 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 - Unit size: 2,240 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108750000/108740300/108740257/b6c986b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2200 sq ft, 2-BR, 2-Bath townhouse, hot tub, double-living rooms, cook's kitchen, cedar deck, garden Valdez - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=108740257&PinnedHotelID=108740257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76790000/76780400/76780331/8c7273f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quiet Mountain Retreat - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 74889e1e-3b2c-4725-af79-17ae025155e6 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.54022%2C-105.56364&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_-QYt20Q029sfb44pPJrgZ8RZOM=) Valdez, NM #### What's nearby - Taos Mountain Casino - 22 min drive - 20.0 km - Taos Plaza - 23 min drive - 21.4 km - Kit Carson Park - 23 min drive - 21.1 km - Taos Pueblo - 25 min drive - 21.8 km - Rio Grande Gorge Bridge - 27 min drive - 28.2 km #### Getting around - Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 19 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Pizanos - ‬12 min drive - ‪Midtown Market and Lounge - ‬13 min drive - ‪Taos Cow - ‬5 min drive - ‪Toribios - ‬13 min drive - ‪Aceq Restaurant - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 2200 sq ft, 2-BR, 2-Bath townhouse, hot tub, double-living rooms, cook's kitchen, cedar deck, garden pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### Where is 2200 sq ft, 2-BR, 2-Bath townhouse, hot tub, double-living rooms, cook's kitchen, cedar deck, garden located? > Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is steps from Carson National Forest and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Rottenstone Pottery. Manzanita Canyon Trailhead and Salto Del Agua Cave & Waterfall are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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