Tiny Home Boxcar Sanctuary
Taos, New Mexico
1
Bed
1
Bath
Cabin
Property Type
2
Max Sleeps
3 nights
Min Stay
Our little oak boxcar was built in 1898, and it rode the narrow gauge rails from southern New Mexico trying to reach Denver. Purchased from the Alamosa yard and moved to Pilar, NM, near Taos, Stephen used it to design passive solar systems when not building homes in Santa Fe. It became our place for romantic rendezvous before we built our family home.
Today it is our guesthouse. During several stages of remodeling we have tried to keep an authentic narrow-gauge boxcar feel to the spac
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Features
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SKI
Snowboarding And Cross-country Skiing Nearby -
PETS
1 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only -
DINING
Dining Table -
SAFETY
Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property) -
BEDROOM
1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided -
GENERAL
Unit Size: 450 Sq Ft (42 Sq M) -
KITCHEN
Blender Coffee Grinder Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Toaster -
LAUNDRY
Near Laundromat -
PARKING
Car Required Onsite Parking -
INTERNET
Free WiFi -
OUTDOORS
Barbecue Grill Garden Patio -
POOL/SPA
Hot Tub -
BATHROOMS
1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided -
WORKSPACES
Desk Desk Chair -
LANGS SPOKEN
English German Spanish -
THINGS TO DO
Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Golfing On Site Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Snow Sports Gear Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby -
ENTERTAINMENT
Books DVD Player Games Stereo Smart TV -
LIVING SPACES
Fireplace Living Room -
CLIMATE CONTROL
Heating -
FAMILY FRIENDLY
Highchair -
LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS
In A Village In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Next To A Golf Course On The River -
SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES
Iron/ironing Board -
SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY
If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Smoke-free Property
Check-in : 03:00 PM
Check-out : 12:00 PM
No Wheelchair
No smoking
No pets
Children allowed
Max occupancy : 2
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Joyce W.
Submitted Jan 4, 2026
Stayed Dec 29, 2025All good . Jean and Steve were so welcoming and helpful.
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Scott G.
Submitted Oct 20, 2025
Stayed Oct 12, 2025The boxcar was just as advertised: cozy, clean, quiet, and one of a kind. Jean and Steve were wonderful hosts. I’ll be back next year!
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Luanne O.
Submitted Oct 8, 2025
Stayed Oct 4, 2025Cozy, secluded, comfortable. Jean had supplied absolutely everything we could possibly need, including binoculars so we could watch the wildlife and the mountains.
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Denise B.
Submitted Sep 15, 2025
Stayed Sep 10, 2025Beautiful area. Secluded with great views. We would stay there again
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Kim B.
Submitted Jul 28, 2025
Stayed Jul 21, 2025Such a unique and inviting place! We loved the railcar and as history buffs, loved learning about the previous adventures of the car! Jean and Steve were very gracious hosts and made us feel comfortable and welcome. Can't wait to return some day!
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Janet H.
Submitted Jun 27, 2025
Stayed Jun 19, 2025This place is exactly as advertised. The views are amazing and peaceful. It’s a comfortable cozy space with everything you need for a quiet getaway.
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Dale T.
Submitted May 31, 2025
Stayed May 23, 2025The boxcar itself is brilliantly converted into a compact yet comfortable and stylish retreat on a quiet, back country road. Jean and Steve were excellent hosts and I look forward to staying with them the next time my travels take me to Taos! Thanks a billion!!!
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Ryan F.
Submitted Oct 15, 2024
Stayed Oct 11, 2024Had a great experience at the boxcar in Taos. Owners were available and made the trip easy. Definitely recommend the boxcar.
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Andrea A.
Submitted Jul 30, 2024
Stayed Jul 25, 2024All I wanted for my birthday was to take naps and take baths. This place was perfect for that. Quiet and quaint, lovely views and comfy bed. The dedicated hot water heater makes baths easy.
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Jana M.
Submitted Jul 8, 2024
Stayed Jul 3, 2024We chose the boxcar for a memorable stay for our wedding. It was such an elegant comfortable home with everything you could possibly imagine from cookware to toiletries. The owners hospitality is beyond compare and made our wedding week a true memory. So grateful.
