Title: Bright Star Compound in Arroyo Seco ~ Halfway Between Taos Plaza and Ski Valley - 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 # Bright Star Compound in Arroyo Seco ~ Halfway Between Taos Plaza and Ski Valley Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and furnished patio ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19400000/19392300/19392257/746feedc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19400000/19392300/19392257/886fcb89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19400000/19392300/19392257/31bb1595.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video-game console, Netflix](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19400000/19392300/19392257/776d4bf5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, memory foam beds, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19400000/19392300/19392257/572cea78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled on a high mesa in the Arroyo Seco/Des Montes area, Bright Star Casa & Casita offers panoramic mountain views and desert plains to the west. Unwind in a 7-person hot tub with breathtaking views of Taos County mountains or stroll through two acres of land featuring an acequia irrigation watercourse. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 184200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Bright Star Compound in Arroyo Seco ~ Halfway Between Taos Plaza and Ski Valley \----- 2 Master Bedroom Suites / 2 Full Kitchens / Courtyard, Patio, Deck, Covered Portal ----- Bright Star Casa & Casita is in the Arroyo Seco/Des Montes area on a high mesa with wrap-around mountain views. Located half way between Taos Plaza and Taos Ski Valley, it is 9 miles to the plaza and 11 miles to the lifts, making it ideal for a vacation at any time of the year. This property has spectacular 360 degree views of the Taos area mountain ranges and the desert plains to the west. In the distance, one can see the Rio Grande rift. Bright Star includes a Casa (sleeps 6 in beds) and a Casita (sleeps 4 in beds) and both are under one roof, for a total of 10. There are comfortable cots with 4" mattresses for an additional 6. Thus, we can sleep a total of 16. To rent the Casa without the Casita, search for HomeAway #4628225. The Casa alone sleeps 10, with 4 of those on cots. A 7- person, 16-jet hot tub has a great view of the mountains to the East, and there is ample parking for 12 or more cars. There are 2 covered car ports under the 440 square foot partially covered Casita deck. It has a kiva fireplace and offers spectacular 360 degree views of the entire Taos county mountains and plains. The property occupies two and a half acres of land, and has a lovely acequia (irrigation watercourse) which winds through the property. When the acequia is running, which is early spring into late summer, there is a small pond on the south end that is separately fenced for the benefit of the horses which frequently graze there. The observatory on the property is operated remotely over the internet and images from the observatory are on the walls. High definition digital copies of these images are free to guests. This is a perfect location with very dark skies for you to bring your own telescope. Bright Star Casa is a southwestern-style stucco, one story home with traditional Taos blue-trimmed windows. Arroyo Seco and neighboring Arroyo Hondo are charming ranching communities with historic roots in the Spanish Land Grant system. The Casa is within walking distance to Arroyo Seco on a rural road which passes an old Penitente cemetery and the back of Julia Roberts’ 50-acre ranch. This spacious adobe hacienda was built in the mid ‘90s of hand-made adobe blocks covered with stucco. The resulting 12” thick adobe walls provide excellent insulation summer and winter, and keep inside temperatures relatively cool in the summer. (Summer temperatures in Arroyo Seco average 4 degrees cooler than temps in Taos.) The house features Spanish colonial corbels and lintels, romantic arches, flagstone, brick and timber. The ceilings are roughhewn logs, called vigas, layered with pine slats, called latillas. The radiant-heated floors are Saltillo tile. On the exterior, the 3000 square foot house features a 500 square foot courtyard off the long hall, portals (covered entrances), and a kitchen patio with a kiva fireplace and a dining table for 6. Bright Star Casa sleeps up to 14, with 2 king bedrooms and a bedroom with 2 twin beds which can also be made up as a king. An additional 8 folding mattresses (4” thick) with cots sleep up to 8 adults or children. Adults usually find them comfortable too. The cots that hold the mattresses are a spacious 30" x 76" x18" and are rated for a 330 pound person. The picture gallery includes an image of a cot with mattress. These are amazingly comfortable to sleep on. Three bedrooms have an ensuite bathroom. The fourth bathroom is accessed from the hall for the convenience of all the guests. Bright Star Casita is a recently constructed 1200 square foot Casita with great room and full-kitchen on the first floor, and a double-sink bathroom, large master bedroom, and laundry/closet on the second floor. The great room includes an island with 4 stools and a wood burning kiva fireplace. Both floors have viga/latilla ceilings. The 400 square foot bedroom has French doors to a large, partially-covered deck which features a wood burning kiva fireplace. The deck has spectacular mountain views. Bright cushions for the deck chairs can be found in the bedroom. The Casita sleeps up to 4 with a king-bed in the bedroom, and a queen fold-out bed in the great room’s leather sofa. The fold-out has a comfortable memory foam mattress. Other Amenities (available in both the Casa and Casita): 3 HD flat screen televisions, two in the Casa, a 60” in the spacious living room and a 50” in the Master Bedroom. The Casita has a 60” in the living room/kitchen. 23 local channels and 110 internet channels are available over the high-speed fiber optic internet service. Programs include YouTube TV, Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Peacock, providing a wide range of live sports, news, movies, TV Series, music and other entertainment. The fiber optic 100mbit (up and down) internet also provides excellent WIFI connectivity throughout the Casa and Casita. The Casa and Casita each have their own internet phone providing land-line quality phone service with unlimited free incoming and outgoing calls throughout the US. The cell phone coverage from most of the providers in the Arroyo Seco/Des Montes area is usable but not always reliable. At night, guests enjoy starry skies over the Sangre de Christo Mountain Range. Bright Star is ideal for families and groups desiring to be together under one very Southwest roof for a true Taos experience! Option for live music entertainment: Billy Archuleta - Soloist Extraordinaire! Music styles - Country Rock, Spanish, Blues, Gospel, Bolero, Reggee Music for any occasion, Wedding, Birthday, Anniversary, Social Gathering, etc Contract rate: $150/Hr.for first two hours, $100/hr after that. Contact Info: wilparc54@yahoo.com (email) or 575-779-0109 (call or text) jj Please contact at least 2 weeks in advance, thank you ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Memory foam mattress ### Bathroom - 4 private bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Netflix - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Streaming services - Video game console ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Furnished patio - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Unlimited smartphone data usage ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the city center - In the mountains - Near a hospital - On a river ### Things to do - Snow sports gear - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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This county ordinance is strictly enforced. ### 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 Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 transportation to and from this property ## 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%7C36.51973%2C-105.59721&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NEUpATdt3YhBJM5_BlF1yqitFdU=) El Prado, NM #### What's nearby - Taos Mountain Casino - 13 min drive - 15.6 km - Taos Plaza - 15 min drive - 17.0 km - Kit Carson Park - 15 min drive - 16.7 km - Taos Pueblo - 16 min drive - 17.4 km - Rio Grande Gorge Bridge - 17 min drive - 23.4 km #### Getting around - Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 16 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Midtown Market and Lounge - ‬7 min drive - ‪Pizanos - ‬8 min drive - ‪Farmhouse Cafe - ‬11 min drive - ‪Toribios - ‬9 min drive - ‪Taos Cow - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bright Star Compound in Arroyo Seco ~ Halfway Between Taos Plaza and Ski Valley pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Bright Star Compound in Arroyo Seco ~ Halfway Between Taos Plaza and Ski Valley? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Bright Star Compound in Arroyo Seco ~ Halfway Between Taos Plaza and Ski Valley? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Bright Star Compound in Arroyo Seco ~ Halfway Between Taos Plaza and Ski Valley located? > This family-friendly Taos vacation home is located on a river, 1.8 mi (3 km) from Rottenstone Pottery, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Carson National Forest and Salto Del Agua Cave & Waterfall. KTAOS Solar Center and Millicent Rogers Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bright Star Compound in Arroyo Seco ~ Halfway Between Taos Plaza and Ski Valley Reviews 10 ### 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) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 104 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patti G. Jul 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Words fail to describe how great this place is We had a fabulous stay in this beautiful property. We were so comfortable in spacious well supplied bedrooms, wonderful large bathrooms, well stocked drawers and even spices and dry condiments in the kitchen. We have never stayed in a place that even had ziplock bags, aluminum foil and plastic wrap! We were a Amazing views, wonderful seating indoors and out. Our extended family never ran out of dishes or glasses. All of us agreed: one of the best places we've ever stayed in. ##### Patti G. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike E. Oct 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Beautiful home with outstanding accommodations made we want to stay longer. ##### Mike E. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teena N. Feb 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place for Taos Skiing - There was 11 of us at this wonderful place. The Property Manager called us and provided all the necessary instructions, which was a nice touch! The house is large and we all were very comfortable! Kitchen is stocked better than any place I've stayed. Plenty of towels and blankets. Beautiful views during sunset.We all made wonderful memories, and will definitely consider renting this property again. ##### Teena N. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christie S. Jan 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanksgiving 2024 Our west coast family and Kansas crew met at Bright Star for a reunion during Thanksgiving. There was plenty of space for the 16 of us. The four bathrooms were a plus and two kitchens were ##### Christie S. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### michael c. Sep 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Open air and views for miles! Wonderful property nestled in a quiet, view-filled neighborhood. The house itself is very roomy, and adorned with local architecture. The property manager was always just a call away and helpful with any questions, she was fantastic. They helped customize our stay for a large group, and were greatly accommodating. Thanks again! ##### michael c. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robyn B., Denver, CO Apr 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful property in a great location This house was wonderful for our two families (4 adults and 5 kids) with plenty of space and comfortable furniture and amenities. The location is perfect for heading to the ski hill or town, and we enjoyed spending most evenings cooking at the house and stargazing. We would love to make this an annual trip and hope to stay here again. ##### Robyn B. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### George F., Houston Oct 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best of the best A fabulous house with great views and spotless when you arrive. Host is very friendly and helpful. ##### George F. Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elise K. Feb 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Serene and beautiful Just when you think Bright Star couldn't be any better, it is. The master bathroom is gorgeous even though it was pretty wonderful before it was remodeled. This house is my favorite place to stay in Taos. It is elegant and comfortable and about as perfect as it can get for friends and family. ##### Elise K. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### marguerite l. Jan 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Christmas in Taos This property is lovely and comfortable. The home and is well maintained and provides the comfort you desire when skiing, enjoying the beauty of the mountains, and visiting Taos. The kitchen is very well equipped for dining in. The management is available and wants guests to be comfortable. We look forward to gathering next Christmas for another family get together in Bright Star Compound. ##### marguerite l. Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roger M. Sep 27, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Taos perfection This was the second time we stayed. It is obvious Jerry cares about his home and his guests. A beautiful, well maintained home that doesn't miss a detail. Well appointed with everything you could possibly need in the kitchen and throughout the house. Thanks Jerry. ##### Roger M. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert R. Apr 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bright star bliss Bright star compound was delightful. Jerry, the property owner was very accommodating. Since he didn’t have guests before he gave me an early check-in, which help me considerably get my children ready to go ski Taos ski Valley. The views from the home are lovely the owners artwork With the celestial photos were lovely. If I could give him a 10 out of five I would. Our state was fantastic. Would definitely stay there again thanks, Jerry. ##### Robert R. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynne R. Sep 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Family Fall Weekend We had a wonderful fall weekend stay with 7 adults aged 30-70 and a toddler. Everyone loved Bright Star, inside and outside. The location north of Taos was perfect for our restaurant choices and adventures. The neighborhood was VERY quiet. And the house was exceptionally CLEAN with ample paper products. Our only complaints (not worth deducting a star) were 1. The master bed is exceptionally old and uncomfortable - very soft and concave, 2. The master bed linens smelled of strong laundry fragrance or a prior guest's cologne, and 3. We could not get the LR TV to work on any channel or app, and the host did not reply to our request for help by text. We would gladly return in the fall, winter, or spring if these issues are addressed. But not in the summer as the house has no A/C. ##### Lynne R. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Todd C., Albuquerque Aug 5, 2018 #### Amazing house, community and time! Our family hosted its family reunion here - we live in ABQ and have a cabin on San Antonio mountain and knew the area well - we had looked at many homes and found this one to be the nicest of the bunch. The owners were helpful, accommodating, and communicative and made sure everything worked well for us. I would recommend renting the house and the casita together - they work really well for a larger family providing large community areas, two sets of kitchens, living rooms, dining areas and 4 bathrooms. We have stayed at VRBOs and Airbnb's all over the world, and have yet to find a host who has thought so much about their guests. High speed fiber optic (in a remote location - check. Lots of horizontal surfaces - check. Minimal clutter - check, an abundance of plates, dishes, towels, sheets- check. Extra futons and mattresses - check. Multiple fire pits - check. Beautiful out door areas with furniture - check. Hot Tub - check. Clear directions - check. Observatory on site was a bonus as it led to a lot of family conversation about the cosmos. Thanks for an amazing stay - The Clarke family reunion 2018 ##### Todd C. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vaun K., Chicago Aug 22, 2018 #### Beautiful Property in an Excellent Location We spent a week at the Bright Star Casa and Casita in early August, 2018. Our group of 16 included my wife and I, our 3 grown children and their spouses plus our 8 grandchildren. Our extended family makes a trip like this each year and everyone agreed this is one of the very best properties we have ever rented! Our grandchildren were easily housed in the Casita using the available bedding and futons. The adults used the more spacious and luxurious Casa and had wonderful experiences using the cots to sleep under the amazing New Mexico stars on one of the several outdoor patios. One evening there was a light shower, so they moved to the covered front porch. This involved a rotation on the two cots which were very easy to set up and comfortable for sleeping. The meteor showers were a spectacular way to fall asleep while enjoying the crisp air. With a large group, it's very useful and efficient to have two kitchens for breakfast preparations before leaving on a day of adventures. We made great use of many local attractions. Naturally, we visited the Taos Pueblo where we had an excellent guide. We took a day trip to Santa Fe and thoroughly enjoyed the sights, sounds and foods available there. There are several National Park Service sites in Northern NM and we were able to visit both Bandelier and Los Alamos (Manhattan Project) to learn new things and get some exercise. Some of us also ventured up to Abiquiu for the Georgia O'Keeffe house tour - a lovely experience. For more exercise, we all went rafting on the Rio Grande river one day - the water was low but our guides made the best of it. One of the more adventurous adults was also able to summit a nearby peak while the rest of us settled for shopping. The close-by town of Arroyo Seco provided us with a variety of services and fun times. The grocery is great for daily needs (homemade carrot cake) and the Taos Cow was a favorite stop for food and ice cream. Also, we took advantage of one of the fine dining establishments in Seco - and we found it's a very pleasant walk from there back to the Bright Star compound. The beautiful celestial images hanging on the walls (captured by the owner with the onsite telescope) were both enjoyable and an inspiration, prompting several of us to spend evenings on the patio trying to capture some of the magic on our cameras. We learned this is harder that we thought, but fun! If you're wanting to rent in the Taos area, this is it! Thanks, Jerry!! ##### Vaun K. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelsey Cavanaugh & L. Jun 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly recommend for families We stayed here with three small families and a grandmother. Having the Casita along with the main house was awesome. We were there to see concerts at Kit Carson Park. Location is great, less than 20 minutes from downtown Taos.We look forward to our next stay! ##### Kelsey Cavanaugh & L. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Starla N. May 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Spot For Families and Friends The home is fantastic - large rooms, plenty of space. comfortable all around. Backyard was big enough to place Frisby. Morning Coffee on the back porch and evenings in the hot tub and see the stars. ##### Starla N. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeffrey S. May 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Review This was a beautiful house in a great area. Jerry was very responsive and was a great host. ##### Jeffrey S. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jeremy b. Feb 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good quality rental Outstanding place to stay ##### jeremy b. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly S. Jan 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful family vacation house! We were so pleased with this beautiful, spacious, well equipped home. The property was tranquil and very private. The stars are absolutely amazing. The outdoors enabled our grandson to run wild, swing and be a kid. The kitchen had everything we needed to prepare our meals. The fireplaces are such a nice perk and we used them every night. I can’t say enough good things about this property! Last but not least the property manager was everything you want when renting! Thank you for a lovely holiday week! ##### Kimberly S. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carmen M. Jan 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy home away from home Enjoyed our stay in this wonderful home! Warm, cozy and clean. Close to Red River ski resort as well as Taos and sipapu ski mountain . ##### Carmen M. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William M. Sep 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bright Star gets 5 Stars Wonderfully appointed property, king beds and bathrooms for each couple. This was ideal for our group of four couples. ##### William M. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacey O. Aug 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend getaway Nice place to stay. Beautiful home ##### Stacey O. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Felix B. Jul 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding Large and plenty of room for all of us. We had daily dinners that included many family members locally and there was plenty of room for all. The bedrooms were large and comfortable. ##### Felix B. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terrye H. Jun 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wedding Week Wow what a fabulous house! Best stocked VRBO we ever stayed in and we stay in them often. The beds super comfortable including the cots. The kitchen was stocked above and beyond my expectations. Love that they had seasonings! The views were amazing and we had an after wedding family party there and used all the outdoor areas. I just cannot say enough. Our family will remember and talk about this week forever ##### Terrye H. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff E. Mar 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ski Trip. Everything was great. Especially house being warm and inviting. ##### Jeff E. 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