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Caja de Tesoro ~ A Romantic Mountain Getaway!

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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Outdoor spa tub
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Arroyo Seco, NM
  • Place, Salto Del Agua Cave & Waterfall
    ‪27 min walk‬
  • Place, Taos Plaza
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Rio Grande Gorge Bridge
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Arroyo Seco

This vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Rottenstone Pottery and Salto Del Agua Cave & Waterfall. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Taos Ski Valley - 22 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • Kit Carson Park - 22 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • Taos Plaza - 23 min drive - 13.4 miles
  • Taos Pueblo - 23 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Rio Grande Gorge Bridge - 24 min drive - 17.1 miles

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Medley. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tiwa Kitchen Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Hunter Tom's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pizanos - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Farmhouse Cafe - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Caja de Tesoro ~ A Romantic Mountain Getaway!

Located just outside of Taos and only (20) minutes from the Taos Ski Valley lies Caja de Tesoro, a beautiful vacation home hidden within 3 acres of native New Mexican pine. It provides a romantic getaway for two, or a perfect retreat for the entire family.

Whether you want to ski the slopes of Taos or sway gently in a hammock on a lazy summer day, this hidden gem offers the experience of a life time in Northern New Mexico’s “Land of Enchantment.”
Located just outside of Taos and only (20) minutes from the Taos Ski Valley lies Caja de Tesoro, a beautiful vacation home hidden within 3 acres of native New Mexican pine. It provides a romantic getaway for two, or a perfect retreat for the entire family.

The downstairs has a fully equipped gourmet kitchen with a small kiva fireplace, a dining area, a living room with vaulted ceiling and fireplace, two bedrooms, each with a queen size bed. A full bathroom is located between the two downstairs bedrooms.

There is also a half bath in the laundry room conveniently located next to the side entrance to dry out wet shoes and clothes after returning from the slopes.

The upstairs has a master bedroom with a king sized bed. For those planning to bring small children there is a twin bed and a Pack N’ Play available in the room as well. The upstairs also has a loft that overlooks the living area which provides a twin day bed with a pull-out twin bed underneath. The upstairs bathroom has a claw foot tub and walk-in shower located next to the master bedroom off the loft.

THIS HOME REQUIRES 4WD DURING THE WINTER MONTHS. The road and driveway are plowed when needed, however, the circular drive is steep and can be icy.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 2.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number STR-2025-0024

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Arroyo Seco, close to Taos Pueblo, Millicent Rogers Museum, and Salto Del Agua Cave & Waterfall. Rottenstone Pottery is also within a driving distance of 1.5 mi.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional), which is 10.5 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is Angel Fire, NM (AXX), which is around 15.7 mi away.

Caja de Tesoro ~ A Romantic Mountain Getaway! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julia L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was really great for our family of 5 and grandparents. The stove is almost like an Agga, really variable in temperature. Felt like a rustic chef’s kitchen! Highly recommend this stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ander M

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing family vacation spot

This was our second trip. Our large family loves this spot. It's beautiful and private. Just stunning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve B., Boulder, CO

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place in a perfect spot

Stayed here while we skied Taos. This place is fantastic. I have stayed in many super cool places in the Taos area and this is among the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ander M

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular house

Great views all around, wonderful house. Responsive host. We’ll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Taos bound

WiFi only negative
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024