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Kitty's Casita ~ Private romantic escape for 2 & pet! Your best Holiday spot!

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A building with a unique architectural style, featuring wooden balconies and a clear blue sky in the background.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stone floor, a stove, a sink, and a window with blinds.
A house with a wooden porch, surrounded by a garden with red flowers and a wooden fence.
A cozy interior with a wooden staircase, a sofa with a colorful blanket, and a large wooden door with a decorative handle.
A building with a stucco exterior and a metal roof, surrounded by a gravel driveway and various flowering plants.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

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Arroyo Seco, NM
  • Place, Rottenstone Pottery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Carson National Forest
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Manzanita Canyon Trailhead
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Arroyo Seco

Located in Arroyo Seco, this vacation home is in a rural location, a 4-minute drive from Rottenstone Pottery and 8 minutes from Carson National Forest. .This vacation home is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Taos Plaza and 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from Taos Ski Valley.
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What's nearby

  • Rottenstone Pottery - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Carson National Forest - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Manzanita Canyon Trailhead - 10 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • KTAOS Solar Center - 11 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Millicent Rogers Museum - 13 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizanos - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Midtown Market and Lounge - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Toribios - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hunter Tom's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Golden Piñon - ‬11 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.

Kitty's Casita ~ Private romantic escape for 2 & pet! Your best Holiday spot!


This little home is beautifully furnished and the best kept secret get away in Taos! The house has a latilla fenced yard with lovely gardens and private parking, on a dead end road in one of the quietest areas in Arroyo Seco. Centrally located between Taos Plaza and Taos Ski Valley, it is a great home base for all the sights and activities in our beautiful area. We welcome your best friend, dogs, too! Our 2 very friendly dogs welcome them, and they each have their own private yard. Please note there is a one time $50 pet fee..

The Casita has a gourmet kitchen furnished with lots of spices and basics plus all the accoutrements including French press, blender, microwave, and both gas and charcoal grills. The living/kitchen area is equipped with a beautiful leather sleeper Sofa if you don't feel like going up to the queen loft with gorgeous views of the mountains and even a waterfall! We also feature a new fireplace! We also have a new firm King mattress and linens, and a new smart LG washer and dryer. We also have a newThe little sundeck off the bedroom is always the best There are 2 TV's, one in the bedroom and a large screen in the living area, free high speed WIFI. There is a big deck with a hot tub, and a few reading nooks under the shade trees in your quiet fenced yard. We have a 2 person MAXIMUM. We allow a 3rd person with permission and a $25 per night fee.

There are lovely roads to walk or bike ride from your door, and its only 2 or 3 miles into the charming village of Arroyo Seco with great coffee shops, dining and shopping and even a little grocery store. For bookings over 2 weeks we provide maid service after the 14th day. The serenity and privacy make this an exceptional place to relax and rejuvenate.


Keywords: Casita, Private Home, Bungalow, Studio
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: 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
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair 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

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Private fenced yard for your well behaved dog.

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 13 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 13 and older 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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Guests under 13 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Kitty's Casita Private Romantic Escape 2 Pet Between Taos TSV

Kitty's Casita ~ Private romantic escape for 2 & pet! Your best Holiday spot! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

What a great find!

We were so happy to find Kitty's casita in Taos. It was charming, peaceful and extremely comfortable. The setting was gorgeous and we loved the bedroom loft with a view of the surrounding mountains and fantastic skies. The short walk/ride into the charming town of Arroyo Seco was fun as were the hiking trails in the area and the highlights of course were the hottub with views of stars in the evening and our son loved playing with Kitty's two sweet labradors. We would stay again in a heartbeat and are already planning our next trip!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Quiet retreat

Kitty's Casita was everything we could have hoped for to get some great rest and relaxation. The casita is very cozy and charming with lovely flowers and birds. The views are delightful and the stars at night breathtaking. The lane provided good walking and some very friendly neighborhood dogs. We had our dog and found the fenced yard around the house very helpful. We enjoyed cooking and eating out on the deck every day. We found a handy natural food market in the little town nearby. Our only caution would be the stairs up to the loft bedroom, not a good idea for those who are older or have disabilities.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great dog friendly adobe in Arroyo Seco

Rented Kitty's casita from Aug. 5th - 8th of this year. The pictures looked great and the actual rental, even better. The adobe casita sits on the back of Kitty's property and is very private. Large fenced in yard for our dogs, they loved it. The hot tub was a great way to chill and relax after a long day. The main level consists of the living area and kitchen with the bathroom around the side hallway where there is a large closet for hanging clothing as well as shelves. The stairs up to the bedroom area are rather steep, and the dogs did not want to venture up. The bedroom , which is a loft is very comfortable with plenty of storage in the dresser. The area surrounding the adobe is very quiet and peaceful. It is just a short 2 mile drive into Arroyo Seco, and Taos is just another easy 9 mile drive down the road. We thought we had made a mistake staying so far out of Taos, but it ended up being the main reason we will return again. Thank you Kitty for letting stay in your casita, we will be returning soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2016
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Fantastic place to stay!! Clean, full kitchen, awesome hot tub, and beautiful views. The owner was easy to communicate with and very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Epic Vacation

Kitty's Casitas was absolutely perfect for us. Close to the ski area but off the beaten path which made it nice and quiet. The layout was wonderful, the place was clean, cozy and had everything we needed. Especially the hot tub! Our aching muscles really needed it after a day on the mountain. We are planning our next trip as I type this. I'd give 10 stars if they were there to give. Thank you so much for allowing us yo enjoy your place in paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Loved being slightly down the mountain and close to the charming town of Arroyo Seco for a dinner or grocery trip. Hot tub was a great perk after a day on the slopes, and the home is lovingly tended to. Glad we had 4 wheel drive on a wet day as the road gets a bit boggy but was perfect spot for us to ski by day and relax by night!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place.

Quiet Beautiful house. Sit in the hot tub and watch the stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best vacation ever!!

So glad we could rent this adorable casita. Hosts were super friendly. Will come here again for sure. As well as recommend to our friends. Thank you Kitty and Joe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful accommodations

Just as described. Hummingbirds were an added pleasant surprise. Would stay again.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

The most adorable Casita

The house was perfect! The location was great, so close to the ski slopes and to the cute little town Arroyo Seco! The Hot tub was a perfect way to end a long day on the slopes! The Dogs Guido and Ellie were SO sweet, my son looked forward to seeing them everyday when they came for a visit. Kitty was super sweet and so helpful, replied to my questions so quickly. We will be coming back next year! ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great romantic getaway just minutes from Taos and Skiing

Kitty’s place was cozy and very well stocked with supplies...blankets, toiletries, kitchen utensils, etc. We loved the hot tub out on the deck and used it every day. Our 2 small dogs had a great time exploring the fenced yard. What a beautiful house it is and so remote- feeling yet just minutes away from tons of restaurants, bars, Taos and the Taos Ski Valley. The house has a sleeper sofa as well as a loft bed upstairs. The stairs were fine for us but a little steep for the dogs. I think if older folks were staying here it might be good to have some anti-slip backing or paint on them. Lots of windows and great natural light through the whole house. Internet was fine for checking email and surfing Web. Had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Love!

We loved our stay! The owner was very accommodating and very sweet! We would definitely recommend this place and more than likely will return!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful and pastoral

We had a great week staying at Kitty's, enjoying the beautiful location and cozy ambiance of the casita. Loved stargazing from the hot tub after a long hike and too much dinner! Also had fun playing fetch with Guido, the resident Lab. (as former lab owners) Great spot and very attentive hostess! Enjoy!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Stay

From the welcome visit by Guido, the black lab ambassador, to the split of Gruet sparkling wine from Kitty, our arrival after a long day of driving was a delight. The casita has a carport to protect your vehicle, a hot tub, and all of the items you need to have a relaxing stay. Our dog, Tucker, especially liked the fenced-in, grassy casita yard, surrounded by an even larger fenced-in, grassy main yard. The loft bedroom is cozy and charming. A great place to stay near Taos.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Paradise in Arroyo Seco

The nine days I spent at Kitty's Casita in Arroyo Seco (5 miles outside of Taos) were thoroughly delightful---everything I'd hoped for in a 'retreat' and base for reconnecting with the magic of Taos after 22 years away. Kitty was a wonderful host; I especially appreciated her thoughtfulness in checking to see whether I was home before mowing the lawn or bringing in a service person. She was both friendly and respectful of my privacy. The Casita itself is darling and lovingly tended. Clean, comfortable, well- appointed, and with cooling shade trees in the backyard. The new hot tub was great--though I will say it would have been preferred had the heating element not run nearly perpetually; personally, I much prefer the lovely quiet of the surrounding area, sans hot tub noise! Just my preference. The only other 'heads up' to an otherwise glowing and appreciative stay ( and review) is that the steps to the sleeping loft are very (!) steep; wise to hold both of those hand rails and not to try to carry too many things up/ down at a given time. All-in-all, I HIGHLY recommend Kitty's Casita; it was tough to leave and I look forward to returning!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Very Cozy! Very Lovely! I didn't want to LEAVE.

I loved this property. Very private. Though I stayed in the Winter I could tell the grounds must be quite special in the growing season given the number of planting beds. Kitty even gave us a jar of homemade peach jam!!! for her yard. The place was perfect in every way. If something needed attention it was done right away!!! The pilot blew out on the water heater and within a few minutes it was re-lit for us. Will stay again. Thanks Kitty!
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10/10 Excellent

We keep coming back!

This was the 4th or 5th time we've stayed at Kitty's. The location is excellent. The casita is cozy and warm. Our dogs love the stay as much as we do and have become friends with Kitty's Labs. Kitty is always very helpful if we need anything. The view from the bedroom window is awesome....less than a half mile from the base of El Salto, with Taos Mountain directly south. Arroyo Seco, the little village a mile a way looks like something you might see in the Alps, and there's ALWAYS something to do in Taos. Every year I attend at least 2 or 3 concerts.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous Views, Quiet and Peaceful!!

This rental is so charming. We were there in late October when the Aspens and Cottonwoods turn golden/yellow glowing wonderful. Waking to the golden light was so magical. There is a great gas grill and we had some of our meals out on the deck looking at the mountains which already had some snow on them. Great place! We plan on returning.
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10/10 Excellent

Great Anniversary Get Away

We celebrated our wedding anniversary at Kitty's Casita, and we will treasure our memories there! Her rental is brimming with charm; it's a cozy adobe casita filled with tasteful southwestern decor and everything you need for a great stay. For those who want to cook in, the kitchen is stocked with coffee filters, spices, oil, and plenty of cooking utensils. The yard is a fantastic escape with mountain views and a hot tub. The bedroom is a cozy loft with great views. Just note that the stairs up to it are quite steep. But if that isn't an issue for you, this is truly the perfect vacation spot. We adored it!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kitty's Casita

Wonderful property. Perfect for two. Good place for pets. We enjoyed the quiet and the beauty. We plan to return!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property!

My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at Kitty's Casita! :) The property is beautiful! We didn't want to leave! It is located outside of downtown Taos, and we loved the proximity to the mountains. So peaceful and such gorgeous views! We also appreciated the fenced in yard; our dog loved it! There are great local restaurants, and plenty of things to do in the area (shop, hike, sight-see, explore the culture)! We would definitely return to Kitty's Casita. :)
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10/10 Excellent

Cozy and Beautiful

My partner and I come to Taos every May and this rental is the best place we've ever stayed. It's just perfect: Quiet and beautiful and very private and cozy. We loved sipping coffee in the hottub in the morning and listening to birds. The back yard is spacious and tranquil and the view of the mountain from the loft bedroom is really something to wake up to! We really didn't want to leave to "do" anything in Taos. Plus, Arroyo Seco is simply charming and close by. We managed to stop by Sol Natural Food Market once a day for supplies--healthy things and gourmet items. And if we felt like eating out, there's Aceq. Wonderful place. Thank you.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Can't Wait to Come Back!

I absolutely loved staying in Kitty's Casita. It was exactly was I was looking for, quiet, private, removed, but still a very close drive to anything we could possibly need. Great for a romantic getaway and some R & R, was so glad we could bring our four legged friend too. Kitty is very accommodating and provided some great suggestions. Some of my favorites are the Chow Shack for a quick and easy morning breakfast burrito, and Orlando's for dinner. Also if you are into breweries, you MUST check out Taos Mesa Brewing. Great beer and great views. We loved every minute of our stay here, and I do hope to return soon. Thank you Kitty, for sharing your lovely home.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kitty, Guido, and Luigi's Casita

This casita near the small village of Arroyo Seco and close to Taos is a lovely getaway. It's peaceful, quiet, and perfect for enjoying the night sky. The casita has a privacy fence which makes it seem even more secluded. The casita is well-maintained and has been carefully decorated with unique items that have a southwest flavor--many of which appear to be from local artists. The casita is comfortable and homey. While the loft bedroom takes a couple of trips up and down to get used to, eventually it becomes a part of the casita that it special. The home owner is gracious and welcoming--a bottle of wine and fresh flowers were unexpected touches. And, of course, there are Guido and Luigi, the wonderful black Labs that are very "people friendly." The next time we plan to be in the Taos area, we'll arrange our schedule so that we can stay here. We highly recommend it.
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10/10 Excellent

Great for Star Viewing

We had a great time at the Casita. The Hot tub and deck chairs were great for viewing the Perseid meteor shower. Very quiet and private with our own fenced yard. We also enjoyed meeting Kitty's dogs, they were super friendly. We also recommend ACEQ for dinner, and Taos Cow is great for sandwiches and Ice cream.