[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Stargazing Earthship Retreat in Taos with Outdoor Fire Pit - sleeps 6! ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91270000/91260500/91260416/87325b18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91270000/91260500/91260416/51f40a73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91270000/91260500/91260416/7a4ac5f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91270000/91260500/91260416/1cb85202.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91270000/91260500/91260416/deabb980.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the perfect blend of modern luxury and eco-friendly living at The First Encounter Earthship. This unique off-the-grid home features a spacious greenhouse with unobstructed views of New Mexico's sunrises and sunsets, as well as an ecosystem that accommodates a range of plants. With solar panels, filtered snowmelt water, wifi, smart TV, propane stove and fridge in the kitchen - you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable stay. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Stargazing Earthship Retreat in Taos with Outdoor Fire Pit - sleeps 6! The First Encounter Earthship is a stunning off-the-grid home that makes natural living possible for just about anyone. Designed to be fully self-sufficient and as gentle on the planet as possible, it generates its own electricity, regulates temperature, and even grows abundant plant life. We invite you to come experience modern luxury and encounter the wonders of eco-friendly living! Welcome to the First Encounter Earthship - a unique and sustainable VRBO experience! This stunning home is perfect for anyone who wants to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with nature. As soon as you step inside, you'll be greeted by an expansive greenhouse that offers unobstructed views of New Mexico's breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. And with minimal light pollution, you'll have the opportunity to gaze at the stars like never before. The Earthship's ecosystem has been thoughtfully designed to accommodate a range of plants that thrive in its optimal conditions. You'll be able to spot a range of species, including tomatillos, aloe vera, and even a fig tree! The Encounter is also completely off-the-grid, which means it utilizes solar panels to collect energy from the hot New Mexico sun to power the entire home. Filtered snowmelt and rainwater is used for home use, so you'll be able to enjoy a sustainable and eco-friendly stay. The Encounter is equipped with all the modern amenities you need, including wifi and a smart TV, all without sacrificing the Earthship's eco-friendly principles. The home also has a propane stove and fridge in the kitchen, perfect for guests who want to cook during their stay. If you're looking for local recommendations, we're happy to provide you with some great options for watering holes and nearby attractions. Earthship living is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but we understand that it may not be for everyone. You’ll need to be conservative in your use of water and electricity, and be comfortable living close to nature and plants. While the wifi is strong, being off-the-grid means it can be slow at times. But if you do choose to stay with us, you will have the opportunity to experience some of the most spectacular views that New Mexico has to offer while doing your part to make the Earth greener. Before we purchased the home, it was a long time rental with a 4.85 score and over 90 glowing reviews. People love staying here and we hope you will too! Named one of Lonely Planet’s Top Eco Stays in 2014, the Encounter Earthship brings together eco-friendly living principles and modern luxury to create an unforgettable experience. We hope you’ll enjoy it! ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails 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) ### General - Solar energy ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53970000/53969000/53968927/cb70e2d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn Arroyo Hondo - 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The power system cannot handle these types of charging. There is a noise curfew of 10pm within the community Pets are not allowed, with the exception of service animals ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited This property uses solar energy Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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 80-83-22 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=36.497303,-105.75185&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ggx%7DE%60tmdS%3FS%3FS%40Q%3FS%40S%40S%3FQBS%40S%40Q%40SBQBSBQBSBSBQBSDQBQDQDQDQDQDQFODQFQDOFQFQHMFQFOHOFOHOFOHMHOJMHMHOHMJMHKJMJMJKJKJMJKJKJKLIJKLKLIJILILGLILILGLGLILENGLELGLENENELELENCNCLCNCNCNCLANANCL%3FNANAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%40N%3FNBL%40N%40NBNBLBNBLBNBNDLDNDLDLDNFLDLFLDNHLFLFLHLHJFLHLHLHJJLJJHJJLJJJJLJJJJHLJLJJHLJLHNHLHLHNHLHNFNHNFNHNFPFNFNFPDNFPFPDNFPDPDPBPDPDPBRDPBPBRBRBPBR%40P%40RBP%40R%40R%40P%40R%3FR%40R%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FRAP%3FRARAPARARCPARARCPCRCRCPCPEPCREPEPCPEPEPGPENGRGNENGPGNGPGNINGNINGNINILININIJINKLILKLKLIJKJKLKJKLMHKJKHMJKJMHMHMHKHMFMHMFMFOHMFMDMDOFMDMDODMDODOBMBODM%40OBOBO%40M%40OBO%40O%3FO%40O%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAO%3FMAOCOAMAOCOCOAMEOCOCMEMEOEOEMEMGMEOEMGMIMGMGMIMGMIMIKIMIMKKKMIKKKIKMKKKMKKKKKMIMKMIMIOIKKOIOIMGOIOGOIOGOGOIOGQGQEOGOESGOEQEQEQEQEQCQEQCSCQCQCSCSCQCSASAQASCS%3FQASAS%3FQAS%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tpz6Sbv8BVS722IsgSB1SUWLyvc=) El Prado, NM #### What's nearby - Earthship BioTecture - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Rio Grande Gorge Bridge - 4 min drive - 4.5 km - Taos Plaza - 24 min drive - 27.1 km - Black Rock Hot Springs - 28 min drive - 19.6 km - Manby Hot Springs - 34 min drive - 19.3 km #### Getting around - Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 11 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Midtown Market and Lounge - ‬24 min drive - ‪Taos Mesa Brewing - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Stargazing Earthship Retreat in Taos with Outdoor Fire Pit - sleeps 6! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Stargazing Earthship Retreat in Taos with Outdoor Fire Pit - sleeps 6!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Stargazing Earthship Retreat in Taos with Outdoor Fire Pit - sleeps 6!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ## Have a question? 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