Romantic Adobe Cottage nestled in San Cristobal Valley License #9197 Taos

San Cristobal, New Mexico
$205 avg/night
Minimum Stay 7 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 7 nights

Min Stay

Situated on two acres of the San Cristobal Creek valley, 15 miles north of Taos, 29 Spotted Owl offers a splendid setting at the foot of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Views to the east are of the alpine heart of the Taos Ski Valley, to the west of the Taos Plateau and high desert that surrounds the Rio Grande Gorge.
Spotted Owl is perfect for those wanting to combine the cultural and culinary pleasures of Taos and skiing in the Taos Ski Valley, which lies some 15 miles east, and worldclass hiking in the Wild Rivers Recreation Area, about 15 miles north. Lying within the boundaries of the Carson National Forest, the village of San Cristobal also offers a trailhead for a scenic hike into the Columbine Hondo Wilderness Study Area, which features some of the best hiking in the Sangre de Cristos.

The 1,052-square-foot adobe dwelling itself is nestled in a beautifully landscaped slice of the creek valley, just down the ridge line from the D.H. Lawrence Ranch, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Surrounded by sage brush and wildflowers in the spring and summer and snow pack in winter, Spotted Owl is an artfully appointed getaway for a couple or two wanting to drink in the ambiance of northern New Mexico in any season.

A central living, dining and kitchen area features a wood burning stove plus a kiva fire place to snuggle up to. An expanse of windows open to two walled courtyards and an open sitting area shaded in the spring and summer by the colorful foliage of native trees and the brilliant blooms of purple aster, hollyhocks, purple sage and many more. Each of the two bedrooms and baths, located on either side of the common area, includes a top quality king sized bed with all cotton sheets as well as cozy down comforters. Off of the southern patio, a courtyard has a two- person hot tub to soothe aching muscles and, on a clear night, offers a planetarium-like view of the starry sky, undiminished by the city lights of Taos.

Along with the landscaping and wood-burning stove, the passive solar design of the house- complete with thick adobe walls, heated Saltillo tile floors, ceiling fans and south-facing windows- ensures a cozy and comfortable retreat year-round.

high speed WiFi-- satellite TV ----Bose DVD player are included--- pull out trundle for extra person sleeps five

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • SAFETY

    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)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1052 Sq Ft (98 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Rafting Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Stereo TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property Tile Flooring In Public Areas

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 09:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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Review Review

  • Alan S.

    Submitted Oct 4, 2025

    Stayed Sep 7, 2025

    Hot tub perfect temperature and cleaned/serviced twice during our stay. Great fireplace creating warm and cozy mornings. Home nicely decorated. Peaceful area. Easy drive to Taos Rio Grande gorge and other sites of interest.

  • aw w.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    Our family had a lovely stay at this cottage. It was a well-situated house with all the amenities we wanted--in particular a peaceful atmosphere. We loved the garden and the hot tub. The house was comfortable. We stayed two weeks and often stayed the whole day reading and playing games. Any issues we brought up were quickly resolved with the owner in an amicable way. We would love to stay again.

  • Cindy J.

    Submitted Jul 8, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    Lovely cottage in a rural setting. My pups especially loved hanging out in the Notes: Bring GROUND coffee as carafe style coffee pot (not pods). Bring first aid kit - I cut myself - no bandaids.7 Akitas and a Doberman next door. Cannot let your dogs out in front yard as they would run down and start pacing the fence line. And I would not advise taking yours dogs for a walk. I missed it on the listing but there was another cottage on the property. Would have been awkward if someone was staying there. But great if you had a large group.Horsethief Trail: 1.6 miles S on 522. Flat Rock Lake: Beautiful area for a walk. (Questa)Rio Grande Stables: 4 miles N. (Excellent)Taos Plaza: 22 milesOverall my stay was excellent. Again, appreciate I could have my dogs there with me.

  • Paul B.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2025

    Stayed May 31, 2025

    Beautiful home in quiet San Cristobal. Twenty minutes from Taos and near lots of hiking. We loved spending our mornings sitting in the garden with the flowers and birds

  • Christopher S.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2025

    Stayed May 24, 2025

    Charming, well equipped and clean. Many great hikes nearby.

  • Bud C.

    Submitted Mar 21, 2025

    Stayed Mar 13, 2025

    Beautiful place, very well equipped and very nicely decorated. Fantastic setting at the foot of the mountains. All kinds of fun things to do nearby. Hope to come back soon!

  • Submitted Jan 20, 2025

    Stayed Dec 14, 2024

    Home is warm, spatious, and comfortable with everything needed for cooking, family time, and relaxing. Hot tub is perfect for unwinding under the stars. Short commute to Taos Ski Valley.

  • Jennifer D.

    Submitted Dec 17, 2024

    Stayed Nov 23, 2024

    There are so many wonderful things to say about this property! It was clean, comfortable, beautifully decorated and furnished, and well-equipped. There are neighbors close by, but it still felt secluded and private. We used the kitchen and fireplace nightly, and loved star gazing from the hot tub. And our dog loved all the free space outside to explore and roam! Our week spent here was one of my favorite memories of the year. I hope to return one day soon!

  • Kent R.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2024

    Stayed Sep 12, 2024

    Very relaxing!!!!! true beauty inside and out - fun in the daytime - fun in the evening and night. Did most of our meals at the casa. Enjoyed the sunsets!

  • Ashley P.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2024

    Stayed Sep 28, 2024

    This was the most perfect setting for our trip to Taos. We found this little place very relaxing and absolutely perfect for our needs. Our pups LOVED the courtyard. I don’t think my first time to this area would have been the same without this rental. Can’t wait to return… next time for even longer! This rental has everything you could possibly need to feel at home when away from home. The host is super responsive and very accommodating. I couldn’t recommend more! Loved this little place so much I didn’t want to leave. Thank you for everything, Patti!

  • John l.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2024

    Stayed Sep 2, 2024

    Love this home; it has everything you will need. Plus with the furnishings and artwork, it feels like a real home.

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