Title: An Enchanting Taos Hideaway in the Carson National Forest - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=31874647&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # An Enchanting Taos Hideaway in the Carson National Forest Vacation home in Taos with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for An Enchanting Taos Hideaway in the Carson National Forest ![Interior - An Enchanting Taos Hideaway in the Carson National Forest (Taos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31880000/31874700/31874647/c291c3eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - An Enchanting Taos Hideaway in the Carson National Forest (Taos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31880000/31874700/31874647/w850h564x0y1-b6aa2fc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - An Enchanting Taos Hideaway in the Carson National Forest (Taos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31880000/31874700/31874647/w849h564x1y1-b3764291.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - An Enchanting Taos Hideaway in the Carson National Forest (Taos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31880000/31874700/31874647/a9af79ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - An Enchanting Taos Hideaway in the Carson National Forest (Taos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31880000/31874700/31874647/w849h564x1y1-4ef23e99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this enchanting earth ship home in Taos, nestled at the end of a private fir and aspen-lined meadow. Discover three cozy Bilbo Baggins-style bedrooms, a magical forest backyard with hundreds of thousands of acres of pristine National Forest, and breathtaking mountain scenery visible from every room. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### An Enchanting Taos Hideaway in the Carson National Forest This is the most soul-healing, peaceful, relaxing, put-a-smile-back-on-your-face destination imaginable! "A truly great structure, one that stands the tests of time, never disregards its environment. A serious architect takes that into account. He knows that if he wants presence, he must consult with nature. He must be captivated by the light. Always the light. Always..." \-From the 2006 movie, The Lake House Impossibly Cool Digs... One of the very first “earth ship” homes ever built in New Mexico. What is an earth ship? In a nutshell, an earth ship is a green, eco-friendly, energy efficient home. Essentially, half of the house is “bermed” into the earth in order to retain heat in the winter and cool in the summer. The entire front of the earth ship is a continuous wall of windows, so the wonderful ambient light (day and night) and our magnificent mountain scenery fills the entire home. In other words, it is as though the outside is actually part of the inside. There are no artificial city lights to pollute the night sky, so the stars are downright breathtaking even inside the house! Our mountain retreat is undoubtedly one of the most unique, whimsical, eclectic, magical homes you will ever run across. The inside of our earth ship looks as though it was taken right out of the pages of Tolkien’s, “The Hobbit.” One of the many outstanding features of our house are its three, separate, Bilbo Baggins-style “bed caves.” These amazing bedrooms are cozy, beautifully sculpted, plastered, carpeted works of art. Kids especially love this house! When they first enter the place, they run around wildly laughing and screaming with delight... What really makes this funky little Hobbit house so special is its extremely private physical location and the magical forest that surrounds it. Our Earth Ship is nestled at the end of a MAGNIFICENT, PRIVATE, fir and aspen-lined meadow at an 8,200 foot elevation. Our 'back yard' is hundreds of thousands of acres of pristine National Forest! The only neighbors in view of the home are elk, deer, wild turkey and a million hummingbirds!!! There is a private hiking/mountain bike/horseback/snow shoe trail right out of the back yard that accesses hundreds of miles of abandoned logging roads. The amazing part is that there’s not a soul back there aside from the very-rare hiker or mountain biker. The bird watching here is simply incredible. Because we are in a transitional zone between high desert and sub-alpine ecosystems, we have an unparalleled mix of bird species. The combination of grassy meadow, Gambel oak, pine/fir and aspen ecosystems attract myriad species. From May through September, we have hundreds of hummingbirds (4 different species) visiting our twenty-some-odd feeders at any one time. There are so many hummingbirds on the feeders in the morning and evening that they will literally land on your fingers! The chicadees and two species of nuthatch are also trained to eat out of your hand(September-April)! From late June through early September, the wild flowers are exceptional. There are literally hundreds of different species blooming throughout the summer months. Wild edible/medicinal plants are also abundant. Wildlife is extremely plentiful. Quite often, you’ll see elk, mule deer, wild turkey, grouse, bobcat,fox and coyotes right in the yard! We have several hundred yards of seasonal creek that runs through the gated, fifteen-acre property. Our earth ship is an easy 12-minute ride into downtown Taos (and about 20-minutes to Angel Fire, 50-minutes to Taos Ski Valley and 50-minutes to Red River), yet you’ll feel like you’re a million miles from the nearest settlement. This is the perfect place for peace, quiet and nature seeking families, artists, musicians, writers, hikers, experienced mountain bikers (you can access the South Boundary trail from our private trail into the Forest), bird lovers, nature photographers, snow shoe and cross country ski buffs or just anyone looking for an extremely-private location in Taos to completely escape from reality! Three bedrooms (queen-sized beds in each bedroom) with an additional futon in the loft/television area. NOT YOUR AVERAGE VACATION RENTAL -- THIS IS TRULY AN ADVENTURE!!!! \*The open air arrangement of the three separate bedrooms does not allow a great deal of privacy, so you’ll need to be comfortable with the folks you’re staying with. All the bedrooms are up a small flight of stairs, so this is not an ideal rental for handicapped folks. \*\* Excluding the bathroom, this home is heated in the winter exclusively by passive solar and wood stoves (ample firewood and kindling are supplied at no extra charge). The house is extremely comfortable in the daytime, but really cools down at night in the winter after the fires go out (November through March). It’s quite cool in the middle of the night and especially in the morning before the wood stoves get the temperature back up. If you are unable or unwilling to use the wood stoves or are uncomfortable waking up in cool temperatures, this is not an ideal winter rental for you -- you're better off coming between May and October!!! \*\*\*Although we keep the driveway plowed at all times, renters must have all-wheel or four-wheel drive vehicles from November through March. \*\*\*\*Because of the layout, stairs and wood stoves this is not an ideal booking for people with toddlers, elderly or disabled folks in their party. Also, check out our Santa Fe VRBO rental #74169\. We book combination Santa Fe/Taos rentals if you're interested! We offer discounts for weekly and monthly bookings! Keywords: House ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Wood stove ### Entertainment - DVD player - Music library - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101340000/101335700/101335649/af9470de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1st floor, sleeps six, walk to lift 🥾🚴‍♀️ Angel Fire - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=101335649&PinnedHotelID=101335649&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106320000/106315200/106315158/afeba88c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Andalucia by Velo Taos - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor Space 8.8 Excellent 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=106315158&PinnedHotelID=106315158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76240000/76231200/76231139/1c639d26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Aliento - A breath of fresh air in Taos! 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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 Registration Number HomeOCC-24-0104 ### Property is also known as Enchanting Hideaway Carson National Forest House Enchanting Taos Hideaway Carson National Forest Enchanting Hideaway Carson National Forest Enchanting Taos Hideaway Carson National Forest House Enchanting Taos Hideaway Carson National Forest House Enchanting Hideaway Carson National Forest House Enchanting Taos Hideaway Carson National Forest Enchanting Taos Hideaway Carson National Forest House Enchanting Hideaway Carson National Forest House Enchanting Taos Hideaway Carson National Forest An Enchanting Taos Hideaway in the Carson National Forest Taos Enchanting Hideaway Carson National Forest An Enchanting Taos Hideaway in the Carson National Forest Taos An Enchanting Taos Hideaway in the Carson National Forest Taos ## About the area Located in Taos, this vacation home is in a rural area. Kit Carson Home and Museum and D.H. Lawrence Ranch are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at El Valle Escondido Golf Course and Taos Country Club. Twirl Toystore and Playspace and Kakawa Chocolate House are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Taos travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Taos.dx602286) [View more Vacation homes in Taos](https://www.expedia.ca/Taos-Private-Vacation-Homes.d602286-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=36.365704,-105.45676&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:wp%7E%7CEv_tbS%3FS%3FS%40Q%3FS%40S%40Q%3FSBS%40Q%40S%40SBQBSBQBS%40SDQBQDQBQDQDQDSDQDOFQDQFQDOFQFOHOFQFMHQFMHOFOHMHOJOHMHMHMJMHMJMJKJMJKJMJKJIJKLIJKLKLIJILILILGLIJGNGLGLILENELGLENELENELENCNCLENALCPCLCN%3FNCLAN%3FNAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%3FN%40NBL%3FNBNBNBL%40NDLBNBNDLDNDLDLDNFLDLDLHNFLFLFLHLFJHLHLJLFJJLJJHJJLHJJHLLJJLHJJLHLJLJLHLHLHNHNHLHNFNHLFPHNFNFNFNFPDPFNFPDPFNDPDRBPDPDPBPDPBPBRBRBPBR%40P%40RBR%40P%40R%40R%40P%3FR%40R%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FRAR%3FPARARAPARCRAPARCPCRCPCRCPEPCPEPEPCREPEPGNERGNGNEPGPGNGPGLIPGNINGLININILINILILKLKLILKLILKJMJILKJMHKJKJMJKHMHMHMHKHMFMHMHMDOFMHMDMFOFMDMDODMBODOBMDOBM%40ODO%40OBM%40O%40O%40O%40O%3FO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FO%3FOAMAOAOAMCQAMEOAMCOEOCMEOCMEOEMEMGOGMEMIMGOEKIMIMGMIMIKIMIMIKKMKKKKIKKKKKMKKKMKMIMKMIMIMIMKOIMIOGOIMGOIOGOGOIQGOGQEOGQEOGSEOEQEQESEQCQEQCQEQASCQCSCQCSAQASASCQ%3FSASAQ%3FSAS%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7VcOkPvh-YV4DXWmUXSMdLfmPOI=) Taos, NM ### What's nearby - ![Oxcart Wheel at Kit Carson Home and Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533114900/11e31cbd-22b4-4236-bb52-476de09f6a8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Taos Historic Museums 14 min drive \- 17.8 km - El Valle Escondido Golf Course 8 min drive \- 9.7 km - Kit Carson Park 14 min drive \- 17.5 km - Taos Plaza 14 min drive \- 17.5 km - Taos Plaza Theater and Arts Center 14 min drive \- 17.5 km ### Getting around - Angel Fire, NM (AXX) 25 min drive ### Restaurants - Floof's On Tess, Taos 6 min drive - Shady Brook Cafe 18 min walk - Don Carlos Lounge 10 min drive - Nixta catering 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is An Enchanting Taos Hideaway in the Carson National Forest pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at An Enchanting Taos Hideaway in the Carson National Forest ? ### What time is check-out at An Enchanting Taos Hideaway in the Carson National Forest ? ### Where is An Enchanting Taos Hideaway in the Carson National Forest located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## An Enchanting Taos Hideaway in the Carson National Forest Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 124 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily H. Mar 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay We enjoyed our stay! Garrett was super helpful and was easy to reach of we needed anything. The location was convenient for skiing, and we loved the seclusion. ##### Emily H. Stayed 49 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina M. Mar 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family getaway This place is so cute and fun. The property owner was incredibly responsive and helpful. Our kids loved exploring the property. ##### Christina M. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Devin H. Mar 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique and Secluded Family vacation where we planned to ski in Sipapu and Taos, and visit other landmarks. Host is welcoming and quick to respond to any questions. My kids loved the open room concept and the stay in general. The water is delicious (as mentioned by host) and we loved the experience. ##### Devin H. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy M. Dec 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Canyon Hideaway This house was exactly what we were looking for: secluded and filled with natural beauty. I have always wanted to stay in an earthship house and this one was charming. Plenty of outside space to hike around in the snow with the dogs and really feel a part of nature. ##### Amy M. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hunter R. Jan 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique and Unforgettable We stayed 3 nights in the earthship, and had a great time. It is cozy when the fire is going, and it provides a great outdoor viewing experience. Close enough to Taos for amenities, but far enough away to feel adventurous. ##### Hunter R. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Veronica J. Aug 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for a peaceful relaxing get away It was a great property. Lots of walking areas on the property as well as not too far from the property. The host was great, and very available throughout our stay, to help with any questions etc. ##### Veronica J. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle M. Jul 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Secluded Oasis Such a great place to stay in Taos to disconnect. The property owner saved our behinds when we got into a pickle the first day of our stay. He was always available if we needed and had great recommendations for things to do and see. Highly recommend this property if you want to be immersed in the mountains but still close enough to town. ##### Danielle M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chapman R. Mar 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Natural getaway Garrett was a great host and was able to adjust our stay based on a winter storm that moved in. The place was amazing and felt like you were surrounded by nature. Truly a unique house in a wonderful area. Loved it. ##### Chapman R. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy M., Denver Apr 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical house in magical Taos This place is truly unique and awesome. We got snowed in for a day, which was mesmerizing- feeding the wood stove and watching the snow was soooo relaxing. Garrett is a great host and this is a uniquely Taos experience- highly recommend! ##### Amy M. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorin B. Aug 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique property Like nothing else! Totally unique experience. Cool home with plenty of nature around. Private! ##### Lorin B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel S. Sep 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Month in the forest My wife and I really enjoyed our month stay at Garrett’s home tucked away in Carson National Forest. Garrett was a great host, very communicative and helpful. The home was beautifully quirky and so comfortable for a long stay. Waking up every morning with a hike out the front door is the best way to wake up. Wifi was fast and reliable. Both of us were able to work remotely (when not out in nature or exploring all Taos has to offer). Highly recommend!! ##### Daniel S. Stayed 29 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert C., Durham, NC Dec 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A beautiful adventure home in a stunning location. My family loved everything about this home. We loved the antique cast-iron woodstoves and plentiful firewood, the cave rooms, the window wall, the antique kitchen stove, the abundance of birds and natural splendor! And sledding!!! Garrett was a perfect host. Always available but not intrusive. Thank you Garrett, we hope to stay again! ##### Robert C. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Art & Marie C. Sep 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Earthship perfect launching spot for art and nature. Most unique VRBO that I have ever stay in. If Taos is art. Then the Carson Nation Forest is nature. Garrett's earthship is located 15 minutes from Taos and 15 seconds from the forest. Love the chipmunks, cottontails, hummingbirds, turkey, deer..... ##### Art & Marie C. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Svenja A., USA, Texas Oct 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing stay We spend 3 days in this unique cabin. We hiked along Forrest Rd 10 behind the monastery through vibrant yellow Aspen groves. I loved sitting behind the cabin in the tall grass and enjoy the peacefulness. We slept so well in the cave-like bedroom. We enjoyed the fire pit in the evening and wood burning stove in the morning. The kitchen was fully stocked. Great informative host. In short, we had a great time 😊 ##### Svenja A. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie B. Apr 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Funky getaway in the woods We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this earthship. The huge slanting wall of windows let the surrounding nature in. We took the loop walk from the property three times, although only once with my 86 year old father. It was too steep for him. We heard turkeys in the mornings and evenings and even were able to spot them a few times. Garrett was a wonderful host and gave us hiking suggestions perfect for our groups interests and abilities. I was concerned about how much privacy, or lack there of, of the cave bedrooms. Our group only used two of them which allowed us plenty of privacy. The middle cave is the only one with privacy issues since you need to pass through it to get to the bathroom. My dad is still talking fondly of his cave bedroom with its view of the forest. We hope to return again in the future. ##### Julie B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David G. Jul 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Close to Taos, yet far far away!! The location for this rental was absolutely fantastic. It backs up to 1 million acres of National forest, so it is plenty remote with endless hiking opportunities, but is 5-10 miles from town. The owner was a wealth of local information, and he really went out of his way to make sure we had a great stay. The accommodations were very unique... I can't say that I had ever slept in a cave like structure before or in an earthship, but it was an immersive experience with nature! There were still the normal comforts of home, but they did well to merge the line between indoors & outdoors. We recommend you check out his property for an unforgettable trip! ##### David G. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer S., FT Worth, Texas Mar 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simply Amazing! I cannot say enough good things about this house and owner. Garrett is the perfect host. Available for any questions/needs you may have, but not intrusive in the least. The house is as unique as it is wonderful. It’s as if you are sitting in the forest-so peaceful. Each room has its own unique charm. Great hiking trails and Taos are very close and easy to get to. Highly recommend! Thanks for a wonderful stay. JS. ##### Jennifer S. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elaine E. Sep 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a fun house! What a fun house! Inside, the angled wall of windows barely separates you from the trees and sky, the cave bedrooms are a delight, and there’s quirkiness throughout. The national forest and a beautiful hike right out the door, or just down the road. Very private. Kitchen is well-enough stocked for cooking, yet easy access to Taos if desired – be warned, though, the road east to Angel Fire has major construction and maybe half-hour delays. And we really enjoyed meeting Garrett – thank you! ##### Elaine E. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren Y. Nov 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely magical Everything about this property was absolutely magical. The privacy and stillness made us feel like we were deep in the wilderness rather than 15 minutes from town. A major highlight was the hiking trail behind the property. We took our time and it felt like we were in our own world. Coming from Texas we were in awe by the natural beauty of the surrounding mountains, the density and stillness of the forest, and the night sky free of light pollution. The home itself is so charming and unique. The wall of windows immerses you in the scenery. If you want to feel like a cozy, little hobbit, this is the place to do it. And Garrett, the host, was very communicative and kind. He also has a great list of recommendations. We can’t wait to return! ##### Lauren Y. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie I. Jul 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical When our camping trip in the national forest had to be canceled due to forecasted rain, my husband and I hit vrbo to see what we could find last minute in northern New Mexico. We were thrilled to stumble upon this earth ship that looked just as enchanting as camping in the forest... only with a shower and warm beds to boot, too! (AND total seclusion!) My husband, 11 year old son, and I were all in awe the minute we drove up. The beauty of nature was all around us throughout our entire stay, whether we were outside exploring the property grounds or relaxing inside the house. We took full advantage of the fire pit and the loop walking trail and just really enjoyed unplugging from devices and simply enjoying each other's company. It was not easy to say goodbye to such a special place, but we will certainly return in the future! Also- the host, Garrett, was extremely welcoming and friendly and attentive. It's always more fun to stay at a property that is well-loved and cared for by the hosts than somewhere that is simply just a side income. ##### Katie I. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### alyssa a. Jun 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic property, great host! The location is really terrific! Beautiful wilderness experience, yet close to town. Garrett is a terrific host, and made us feel welcome, gave great directions, and explained the property well. The home is very unique, and if you are interested in the unusual and the quirky, this is a great choice. The design is great for its passive solar efficiency and an off-grid vibe, but super fast internet makes it totally modern user-friendly. The house is stocked with just about whatever you may need to use. This property’s charm is in its character. It’s basically a hunting lodge, with lots of elk antlers, skins and skulls to prove it. The property is clean, although definitely rustic, which for us, adds to the charm. The listing explains the unusual layout of the home, and it is completely accurate. We thought it was terrific and fun, and it suited us well, but we don’t need a lot of privacy. Our two large dogs were welcome, and we all had a wonderful time in the woods. We would absolutely stay again. ##### alyssa a. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Out of This World Enchanting, whimsical and rustic are good words to describe this unique dwelling. The location is amazing and just what my friends and I were hoping for; isolated but not too far from Taos. The hike right outside the door was one of our favorite things about the place. You start out in aspens, go up into a meadow filled with wild flowers and end up in a tapestry of conifers. It took a day or two to settle in and get used to the stairs going up to the bedrooms. The beds were comfortable and had great cotton linens! This is a cozy home that has a well lived in feeling which we liked. If you want pristine this is not the place for you. If you want peace and quiet with a touch of adventure you'll love it. Garrett was an enthusiastic host. He was easily available for questions and was full of ideas of where to go and what not to miss! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lyzanne M. Aug 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Taos Getaway under the pines & aspens This beautiful earthship was our getaway for a week in July before running a trail race in Red River, NM. This home is nestled under pines and aspens in the Taos Valley with a trail behind the house within the Carson National Forest. This vacation was so peaceful and restful with lots of hiking trails and the city of Taos nearby allowing for daily excursions. Our host Garrett was extremely accommodating and helpful; checking on us always making sure that we ok and offered assistance with cycling trails, hiking trails, and anything that had to do with the house. Our Australian shepherd really enjoyed the trail behind the house with a descent climb and winding descent. Most mornings as we drank our coffee we were visited by multiple hummingbirds which was so delightful! This is the perfect place to relax, disconnect from the pressures of worklife and bask in the beauty of nature. Will definitely consider staying here again. Thank you Garrett! ##### Lyzanne M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David C., Mansfield Texas Nov 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ichi Bon 2nd stay, even better. House takes me back to 60’s New Mexico. Feel like a kid again. Walkers with and without dogs will love loop around property, and for those with more restricted physics,you will love walk from house to road. Just be alert. House borders Carson Nat’l forest. And there are real wild animals in it. Be smart and you’ll have a blast. Great photo ops all around. Close to many beautiful areas. There’s a reason why so many famous people have lived here. Garrett may be the main reason this place is do cool. He is an amazing person. He can answer alll of your questions. And is very responsive. He is also a wildlife expert. Literally a wildlife expert. So get rustic, be cooler than that Cabo going puffball down the street. Go get real. ##### David C. Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randy S. Jun 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing It has been challenging to find a property that is as relaxing a comfortable as this. Garrett has been a great host and goes above and beyond with his hospitality. ##### Randy S. 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