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Eastern Star Retreat - Open Plan, well-appointed, 360 Mountain Views, Hot Tub

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A well-appointed, east-facing home in summertime
Eastern Star Retreat in wintertime
Large banks of windows to maximize mountain views
A spacious home, inside & out. Snow covered grounds.
Sunset at home in the summer
Reviews
10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Washer
    WasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
El Prado, NM
  • Popular LocationEarthships5 min drive
  • Popular LocationKit Carson Park8 min drive
  • Popular LocationTaos Plaza9 min drive
  • AirportAngel Fire, NM (AXX)42 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Eastern Star Retreat - Open Plan, well-appointed, 360 Mountain Views, Hot Tub

Beautiful Adobe-style, custom home with magnificent panoramic view of Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Slow down. Take in the scenery. Enjoy the crimson hues of the mountain range at every sunrise and sunset from our unique second-story gazebo and spacious portals, or just stay cozy inside and gaze at nature from our walls of windows. After a hard day on the ski slope or from hiking, relax in the bubbly hot tub, read your favorite book by the fireplace, or sip your favorite drink on east-facing portals.

This well-appointed, comfortable home tastefully displays a collection of southwest potteries, paintings, lightings, custom stained-glass artwork and other collectibles in every room. It offers 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths.

The home is located in the coveted Blueberry Hill area, at the corner of one of Taos’ main paved roads. No 4WD or long-distance drive on spine-jolting roads is involved! Home sits high on a 5-acre lot with privacy fence. Home is 5.5 miles from Taos Plaza and a quick, easy drive to restaurants, shops, sights, and outdoor recreational activities including fly fishing, biking, hiking, horseback riding, skiing, snow boarding, white water rafting, and golfing.

The first master bedroom is complete with a wood-burning fireplace and an en suite bath with double sinks. The 2nd master bedroom also sports an en suite full bath with double sinks. Both en suite baths have large walk-in shower for easy, convenient access. The 3rd bathroom is located next door to the 3rd bedroom, and it has a bathtub and shower combo.

The spacious 21' x 25' great room truly speaks to quality family time as it provides multiple seating areas and a collection of table games for the young and old.

The house has an ideal chef's kitchen. It is equipped with LG kitchen appliances in slick, black stainless steel. The kitchen also provides all sorts of cookware, cooking utensils and serving dishes for any size meal sharing. The laundry room is outfitted with state of the art washer and dryer, and all the bedrooms and bathrooms come with luxurious linens and towels.

Back problems? No worries. Each bedroom is provided with Sealy Premium Posturepedic king mattress set. A 6-sided encasement that provides soft, noiseless and breathable protection is used on all beds to reduce allergens, increase comfort level, and keep them clean and fresh.

Eastern Star Retreat is a single level, modern, custom-built adobe-style home. No sunken living room or baths like many homes in this area. No steps or spiral staircase to climb or maneuver. Certainly, convenient and safe home features for all members of the family.

The radiant floor heating system under the Saltillo tiles provides gentle, even, warm air throughout home in the winter months. In the warmer months, the evaporative cooling system naturally changes the warm, dry air of this region into cool, moist air inside home.

You will feel instantly welcome and pleased as you enter the house and are presented with a foyer, a fireplace and a majestic mountain view. A true family get-away vacation! In the event you find the need to stay connected with the information highway, the high-speed fiber optic internet is in place for you.

Eastern Star is the perfect retreat for ALL seasons.

Eastern Star Retreat special offer: book for 7 nights and get one night free!

Property manager

Trinh Le
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Table games available, for the young and old

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Max home occupancy: 8. Additional charge: $50/night per person after 8th guest. Person(s) exceeding max. occup. will also be asked to leave property.
No pets allowed. Additional $150 PET CLEANING fee, plus $20 /night per pet guest brings into the home w/o prior knowledge or consent by homeowners.
No lit and unattended candles. No fireworks. No smoking inside or outside of home. Taos dry and windy weather conditions are high fire risks.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

El Prado

Located in El Prado, this holiday home is in the mountains. KTAOS Solar Center and Millicent Rogers Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include San Francisco de Asís Church and La Hacienda del los Martinez. Kakawa Chocolate House and Twirl Toystore and Playspace are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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El Prado, NM

What's nearby

  • Earthships - 5 min drive
  • Kit Carson Park - 8 min drive
  • Taos Historic Museums - 9 min drive
  • Taos Plaza - 9 min drive
  • Taos Pueblo - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taos Ale House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Michael's Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gutiz - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Alley Cantina - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Eastern Star Retreat - Open Plan, well-appointed, 360 Mountain Views, Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Eastern Star Retreat - Open Plan, well-appointed, 360 Mountain Views, Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eastern Star Retreat - Open Plan, well-appointed, 360 Mountain Views, Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Eastern Star Retreat - Open Plan, well-appointed, 360 Mountain Views, Hot Tub located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of KTAOS Solar Center, Millicent Rogers Museum and Earthships. San Francisco de Asís Church is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual girls trip
We had a great time! The house was beautiful. Decorated very nicely. Beautiful views of the mountains and a hot tub! Thank you! We made great memories here, plenty of room for all eight of us.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M., Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Thanksgiving
We had a wonderful time in your home. When it snowed the Friday after Thanksgiving the view was like looking at a postcard. We look forward to staying again the next time we are in Taos.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eastern Star Gazing
Very beautiful location, all amenities provided, charming home
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janae L., Thornton, CO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious with Great Views
The house was very clean and well organized. Everything was labeled which made finding things very simple. The instruction sheets made the electronics easy to use too. The photos made it appear that the house was further off the beaten path than it really is. It sits alongside a fairly busy street making the elevated patio feel like you’re on display.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam R., Colorado Springs

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Return visit to Eastern Star, always love it. Very relaxing, close to town, perfect layout for a family gathering. Definitely will come again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne H., Rockport, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
We stayed at this lovely home while attending Michael Hearne’s Big Barn Dance. The owners have thought of every detail in making our stay comfortable and enjoyable. The home is beautifully furnished and is located close enough to Taos to be there in 10 minutes but far away enough to see the stars at night! The Mountain View was beautiful from everywhere in the house. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and well equipped lodging
It was a great set up for two couples and another adult. Great living/dining area. We cooked in two nights and it was well equipped with everything we needed in the kitchen and otherwise.The decor was beautiful as well, and especially appreciated the Peruvian artifacts (one of our family is Peruvian). Hot tub was lovely way to come off the day. Mattresses and pillows not our preferred firmness (we go for hard beds and soft pillows) but in excellent shape.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taos
lovely home well equipped close to Taos. Great views and great restaurants nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sister’s Trip
The property was more than we expected. We had a great time in the Taos area, so much to take in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
6 of us, ranging in ages from 75+ to 19 years, stayed for 3 nights. We loved the property and the personal touches of the owners. Everything looked just as in the pictures and in great working order. Prior to the stay, I was concerned that the cooling system might not do the job. In reality, on some of the hottest days of the year, it worked great. Overall, cannot recommend this property enough. I would stay here again in a minute!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Way nicer than the pictures and a great place for a weekend getaway
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary F., Gainesville Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eastern Star Retreat
Lovely stay . Home very clean , organized and homey .Trihn quickly responded to my question.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melisa I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family escape
Loved the convenience of the location to town with the beautiful quiet star gazing nights. Beautiful home with a perfect setup for family to end the evening after Taos adventures from the day.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house!
We had the best time. This is probably the best house that we have stayed at while traveling. The house is well stocked with everything in both the kitchen and bathrooms. The beds were all comfortable. Rooms were plenty spacious to not feel crammed. The living space is plenty big for 2 families to relax in. The hot tub was great to relax in after a day of skiing. The host is very responsive to questions. Check in was very easy. About a 30 minute drive to the ski valley. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PERFECT!!!
Beautiful home with quick access to the slopes and downtown shops. Could not have been better for our family of seven. Loved the hot tub and all this home had to offer!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family birthday celebration
Nice place, perfect for our family time together
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claude S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Setting
Great house with great views. Very thoughtful host and excellent communication. Perfect for two couples plus. The house was very well equipped.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home!
This is a very beautiful adobe style home! It was clean, well organized, came with very detailed instruction on how to work everything in the home, also had a good verity of board games for a good night of family fun. Location was perfect, just outside of Taos so we were able to have a good view of the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shellie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place, wonderful view
We had a wonderful stay, the kids played lots of games and interacted a lot. Open floor plan was awesome for our group! We would love to come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of room!
I rented this property for a weekend with some college friends. The house is beautiful and very comfortable. We loved spending most of our time together in the open kitchen/living room/dining room area. The beds were comfortable and the three full baths were more than enough. If we visit Taos again, we'll rent this home again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
High Desert Oasis
We had the pleasure of staying here for four nights! The accommodations exceeded our needs, we would love to come back! We had a few questions the first day and the host got back to us quickly to resolve our issue which were non-emergent. The home has a wonderful great room to visit and chat with our family. No need to bring games, there are plenty here! We used the back deck and observation tour to look at stars, sunsets and sunrises. The hot tub provided much needed relaxation after our hike at Ghost Ranch. There is a usable and accessible laundry room in the house! There is also a first aid and amenities cabinet where we found anything any guest might forget including earplugs (thank you!!!). We even had a few nights where we used the kitchen and ate at home. The house book is very detailed and helpful. We explored all that Taos and Santa Fe had to offer! As the host had suggested, Google is not always your friend in this part of the country so we had a few detours as we got to know the landscape and the area. Hint, If you are looking for a place to swim go to the John Dunn bridge recreation area— the view is spectacular. We also enjoyed all of our meals at The Gorge Bar and Grill and Michael’s nearby. It was a great week and one of the best homes we’ve stayed in as a family so far!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ed D., Albuquerque, New Mexico

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Great Stay just outside of Taos. Owner was great to work with and the house was amazing! Nice and open! The hot tub was great too!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill R., Belleville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Visiting Daughter
We came to visit our daughter whom lives in town. There were 6 of us and this fit us perfect. The home was clean and was in a great location. We would def stay here again when we visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taos 2022
Well let’s start by saying 50”+ of snow for the week........ The house is all the listing says it is, hopefully it’s still available to rent on are next trip. Awesome time and trip Thank You
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel E., Durham, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning location, perfect for access to Taos Ski Valley & surrounding area!
Our group of six had a very lovely stay at Eastern Star Retreat! Quiet and serene neighborhood, we enjoyed the hot tub after a day of skiing and looking at the sunsets and start from the deck. The location is perfect for groups looking to experience northern New Mexico.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Trinh Le

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Kent and I are from Texas and we love to go to Taos and be away from the hot and humid weather for a few days. We have also been in awe with the New Mexico landscape. After a few trips to Taos, we decided to buy a home here. As the Taos locals have told us, "The mountain is calling!" and, yes, we responded heartily by claiming it as our second home.

Why they chose this property

If you like nature, you will love it at Eastern Star Retreat!

The house is located just outside of town where you can truly appreciate the wide open spaces of Taos. At Eastern Star Retreat, you'll enjoy the 360 unhindered view of the Taos mountains.

The Taos county, itself, stretches over 50 square miles. The average number of sunny days is 300/365. It has a mixture of diverse cultures that include that of Native Americans, Spanish and Anglo.

Taos offers all kinds of outdoor activities all year round. The options are endless: e.g., skiing, snow boarding, snow shoeing, rafting, kayaking, hiking, golfing, horseback riding, biking, and hot air ballooning. Even if you are not as much of an outdoor sport enthusiast as you would like to be (i.e., like some of us), you'd still enjoy sitting back on the porch and soaking in the beautiful weather, pristine setting, and majestic mountain views.

Personally, I feel blessed whenever I am there.

What makes this property unique

Guests frequently tell us they love our 2nd story gazebo! It provides a truly unique view of the Taos' mountains and valleys. They also love our large hot tub ...such a wonderful way to get a massage, pain relief, or simply relaxing entertainment .

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