An Enchanting Taos Hideaway in the Carson National Forest

Our host was welcoming when we arrived and informed us of the necessities. This stay was very unique and we enjoyed every moment! Thank you!

The hobbit house is truly magical! The wall of windows is stunning and we spent many peaceful hours next to the cozy woodstove watching the clouds and stars. Garrett was great and always responsive to our questions. We will definitely stay again!

It has been challenging to find a property that is as relaxing a comfortable as this. Garrett has been a great host and goes above and beyond with his hospitality.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this earthship. The huge slanting wall of windows let the surrounding nature in. We took the loop walk from the property three times, although only once with my 86 year old father. It was too steep for him. We heard turkeys in the mornings and evenings and even were able to spot them a few times. Garrett was a wonderful host and gave us hiking suggestions perfect for our groups interests and abilities. I was concerned about how much privacy, or lack there of, of the cave bedrooms. Our group only used two of them which allowed us plenty of privacy. The middle cave is the only one with privacy issues since you need to pass through it to get to the bathroom. My dad is still talking fondly of his cave bedroom with its view of the forest. We hope to return again in the future.

This place is so cute and fun. The property owner was incredibly responsive and helpful. Our kids loved exploring the property.

Family vacation where we planned to ski in Sipapu and Taos, and visit other landmarks. Host is welcoming and quick to respond to any questions. My kids loved the open room concept and the stay in general. The water is delicious (as mentioned by host) and we loved the experience.

We enjoyed our stay! Garrett was super helpful and was easy to reach of we needed anything. The location was convenient for skiing, and we loved the seclusion.

We stayed 3 nights in the earthship, and had a great time. It is cozy when the fire is going, and it provides a great outdoor viewing experience. Close enough to Taos for amenities, but far enough away to feel adventurous.

This house was exactly what we were looking for: secluded and filled with natural beauty. I have always wanted to stay in an earthship house and this one was charming. Plenty of outside space to hike around in the snow with the dogs and really feel a part of nature.

My wife and I really enjoyed our month stay at Garrett’s home tucked away in Carson National Forest. Garrett was a great host, very communicative and helpful. The home was beautifully quirky and so comfortable for a long stay. Waking up every morning with a hike out the front door is the best way to wake up. Wifi was fast and reliable. Both of us were able to work remotely (when not out in nature or exploring all Taos has to offer). Highly recommend!!

Like nothing else! Totally unique experience. Cool home with plenty of nature around. Private!

One of a kind stay with one of a kind host. Garrett was the best host of any property we’ve ever stayed at. Always available but never intrusive. House is a charmer. Wish we could have stayed longer and look forward to returning again in the future.

When our camping trip in the national forest had to be canceled due to forecasted rain, my husband and I hit vrbo to see what we could find last minute in northern New Mexico. We were thrilled to stumble upon this earth ship that looked just as enchanting as camping in the forest... only with a shower and warm beds to boot, too! (AND total seclusion!) My husband, 11 year old son, and I were all in awe the minute we drove up. The beauty of nature was all around us throughout our entire stay, whether we were outside exploring the property grounds or relaxing inside the house. We took full advantage of the fire pit and the loop walking trail and just really enjoyed unplugging from devices and simply enjoying each other's company. It was not easy to say goodbye to such a special place, but we will certainly return in the future! Also- the host, Garrett, was extremely welcoming and friendly and attentive. It's always more fun to stay at a property that is well-loved and cared for by the hosts than somewhere that is simply just a side income.

Such a great place to stay in Taos to disconnect. The property owner saved our behinds when we got into a pickle the first day of our stay. He was always available if we needed and had great recommendations for things to do and see. Highly recommend this property if you want to be immersed in the mountains but still close enough to town.

The location for this rental was absolutely fantastic. It backs up to 1 million acres of National forest, so it is plenty remote with endless hiking opportunities, but is 5-10 miles from town. The owner was a wealth of local information, and he really went out of his way to make sure we had a great stay. The accommodations were very unique... I can't say that I had ever slept in a cave like structure before or in an earthship, but it was an immersive experience with nature! There were still the normal comforts of home, but they did well to merge the line between indoors & outdoors. We recommend you check out his property for an unforgettable trip!

The location is really terrific! Beautiful wilderness experience, yet close to town. Garrett is a terrific host, and made us feel welcome, gave great directions, and explained the property well. The home is very unique, and if you are interested in the unusual and the quirky, this is a great choice. The design is great for its passive solar efficiency and an off-grid vibe, but super fast internet makes it totally modern user-friendly. The house is stocked with just about whatever you may need to use. This property’s charm is in its character. It’s basically a hunting lodge, with lots of elk antlers, skins and skulls to prove it. The property is clean, although definitely rustic, which for us, adds to the charm. The listing explains the unusual layout of the home, and it is completely accurate. We thought it was terrific and fun, and it suited us well, but we don’t need a lot of privacy. Our two large dogs were welcome, and we all had a wonderful time in the woods. We would absolutely stay again.