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Blue Elk Casa enclosed Patio with Hot Tub Air Conditioned Walk to Plaza

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TV, fireplace, DVD player
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Blue Elk Casa enclosed Patio with Hot Tub Air Conditioned Walk to Plaza

Town - Walk to Taos Plaza 1/2 block - 18 miles to Taos Ski Valley

Welcome to the true feel of 'Old Taos' in the 100 year old 'Historic' private airconditioned compound of 'Blue Elk Casa'. In the owner's words she tells us why this home may be just the one you are searching for to enjoy your valuable vacation time:

'In our mini-hacienda you are one block from the down town central plaza with all the wonderful food, art, shopping and museums you could wish for. At the same time your home base is nestled in a totally contained private home that has been hand-painted and crafted with love and which just 'feels good' to be in. We also offer to those family or friends traveling or celebrating together the choice of staying close but of having separate complete spaces when the need or desire arises. The second story unit (Blue Elk Up) has its own private entrance, private open deck, kitchenette, large living room and full bathroom with tub/shower combo. Blue Elk Down has two master bedrooms one with tub/shower combo & the other with walk in shower only. Both units have large enough living rooms for the entire group to gather for meals and visiting. This unique Up and Down separation is ideal for members needing quiet get-away time and space from the hustle and bustle of group activity. Please note these units do not have an interior flight of stairs connecting one to the other. From the downstairs patio you walk up an exterior flight of stairs to the upper unit.

In the afternoon and evening you are footsteps away from some of the locals favorite restaurants and cafe's. At 'Blue Elk Casa' you will be staying in one of the most authentic historic Taos vacation rentals offered in Taos, New Mexico. Come and experience true Southwest charm and architecture with adobe walls, viga ceilings, kiva fireplaces, bancos and nichos! Most important - you are a two minute walk from Taos Plaza and able to enjoy total and absolute privacy from neighbors or passers-by in this serene adobe walled compound.

Town of Taos STR permit number STR2019-00131

Property manager

Premiere Properties

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • 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)

General

  • Unit size: 2,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Blue Elk Casa Enclosed Patio Hot Tub Air Conditioned Walk Plaza
Blue Elk Casa Enclosed Patio Hot Tub Air Conditioned Walk Plaza
1475-46991

About the area

Map
Taos, New Mexico

What's nearby

  • Taos Historic Museums - 3 min walk
  • Taos Plaza - 3 min walk
  • Kit Carson Park - 8 min walk
  • Taos Mountain Casino - 5 min drive
  • Earthships - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Michael's Kitchen - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Apothecary - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taos Mesa Brewing Taos Tap Room - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Elk Casa enclosed Patio with Hot Tub Air Conditioned Walk to Plaza pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Elk Casa enclosed Patio with Hot Tub Air Conditioned Walk to Plaza?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Elk Casa enclosed Patio with Hot Tub Air Conditioned Walk to Plaza?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Blue Elk Casa enclosed Patio with Hot Tub Air Conditioned Walk to Plaza located?

Situated in Taos, this holiday home is steps away from Navajo Gallery, Historic Ledoux Street and Taos Historic Museums. Harwood Foundation Museum and Harwood Museum of Art are just steps away.

Blue Elk Casa enclosed Patio with Hot Tub Air Conditioned Walk to Plaza Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 133 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 133 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 133 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 133 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 133 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Mary Ann M.

Not worth the price!
This property has so much potential and the location is great, but… We pulled up to the curb and had to wade through weeds. The interior courtyard is in dire need of maintenance, too. The main house is adorable but the carpet is filthy which is a shame because the bathrooms and kitchen were clean. The comforters on the beds appeared not to have been washed in ages. Unfortunately, the upstairs unit had light bulbs out, an inoperable door handle and faulty toilet-all of which our friend repaired. The couch is coming apart and the windows were dirty. This property COULD be a show place. Sadly, while we enjoyed our visit, we paid way too much for accommodations.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnny A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Teens Vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We were 4 couples and the space was perfect for our needs. It was nice to have the separation of the units so we weren't on top of each other the whole stay, and plenty of room for us all to hang out together on either patio when we wanted to. Cutely decorated. The upstairs kitchen area is way smaller which we weren't expecting but made work. Very small fridge so we were happy to be able to put extra food in the downstairs unit. The location to town can't be beat. During our stay the lower level AC was not working which was a bit of a bummer, it did get pretty warm. But the pros made that easier to overlook and deal with. We would all come back and stay here again if we travel back to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and convenient
I rented the up and down for my two sisters, their husbands, my wife, and my mom. The location is just off the Taos square where there are plenty of shops and restaurants to choose from. The bedrooms were roomy and comfortable. The kitchen/living area is not huge, so having all 7 of us there at once was a little tight, but not too bad. We enjoyed taking in the sights around Taos, travelling to Santa Fe, the Taos Pueblo, the Gorge, and Red River. Parking for more than 2 vehicles can be a challenge. There was a parking pass for a nearby church which could have used a little explaining from the host. Overall, a very nice stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

brooke f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip
This was a perfect place to stay for our girls trip. Location was great and the home was so perfect. The only problem we had was unlocking and locking the doors. Perhaps they could change the door locks to make it easier.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bartie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient and comfortable
Enjoyed having the extended family in the two units. There was plenty of room. We liked the outdoor patios.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property, great location and wonderful support!
Four friends stayed in the two apartments and we really enjoyed our week. The location was close to the town centre but also very quiet. The caretaker was very responsive with all of our questions. Would recommend this house!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

patrick O.

Liked: Cleanliness
B day
what a wonderful place and taos is a great town .The house was perfect for the family.We will be back. Thank you. Patrick
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is perfect!
We loved our stay at the Blue Elk Casa! There were 7 of us in our group, we rented the upstairs and downstairs units. Plenty of room but super cozy. It's right in town so we were able to walk everywhere. Kitchen is fully stocked, beds are comfortable, hot tub was amazing after a snowfall. Communication with property manager was easy and helpful. Can't say enough good things about this place! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Favorite Taos Home
This is our second time to stay in the Blue Elk Casa and again we are incredibly happy with our experience. 1. The location is superb, 2. The double unit is perfect for traveling with family as you can have your own spaces, and 3. The hosts are very communicative, helpful, kind, and go above and beyond to accommodate your needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Rudy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property
The property was well maintained. The only reason I wouldn't give a five star review is because of the following issues: 1. The key was difficult to use. It was badly cut. 2. They didn't have enough wine glasses. Some glasses were plastic. 3. My bed needs new mattresses. I didn't hear similar comments from the others, so it was probably just my bed.. 4. The parking lot wasn't perfect. We had to park on the street, which wasn't always available. They had extra parking at a church which wasn't very convenient. However, I consider these problems to be minor. We had a lovely time there.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

ROBERT E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific property with a few fixable problems
We rented both the upstairs and downstairs of Blue Elk Casa, and in general found the property to be great for our family Thanksgiving vacation. There were a few issues: 1. the downstairs TV could not connect to the house wi-if, so we were limited to the upstairs one. The tech is pretty out of date. 2. My son and his partner found the sheets in their downstairs bedroom either had not been cleaned or were not cleaned very well. 3. The charm of New Mexico fireplaces was not available to us. The downstairs one worked for a day, the upstairs one never did. To be fair, the property manager did get someone in to try to fix the upstairs fireplace, but when he left neither upstairs or downstairs worked. Also in fairness, though, this happened the day before Thanksgiving…. Other than these fixable issues, be advised that the only full kitchen is in the downstairs unit, and it is really too small for a party of 8!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Von W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Walking Distance to Downtown Taos
Chose this property as it was very close to downtown Taos Plaza with shops and restaurants. Closest highly rated Mexican restaurant was just around the corner of our street! We missed the detail that this is actually a duplex with separate entrances, so our group split between the two at night and met in the lower unit during the daily gathering. That all worked out fine. Unit had a couple minor problems with a gas fireplace malfunction and a persistent dripping kitchen faucet. There was also notable ceiling mold in the upstairs unit bathroom (no ventilation to remove moisture). The property manager was communicative and attended to these quickly and said they will have an exhaust fan installed to mitigate the mold. Otherwise, all in all, an very enjoyable stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and comfortable…great location!
This home was very comfortable, clean. nicely decorated, and in a perfect location close to plaza but in a quiet neighborhood. It made my first trip to Taos quite enjoyable, and I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a girls retreat
We had a great time! We found it well stocked, great location, great hot tub and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Taos Plaza Vacation Rental
We had a wonderful time at the Blue Elk Casa! Our group consisted of five adults, four kids, one baby, and one small dog, and the multi-level units made it easy to be together while still allowing space for everyone. As a multi-generational group, we very much appreciated the well-stocked kitchen, accessible extra towels and bedding, and closeness to the Plaza. We very much enjoyed our stay and hope to book again for our next Taos getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Taos Visit
Our family rented the upstairs and downstairs property which worked very well for us. We loved the location. We were able to walk to shopping, restaurants, and music. The host was very friendly and helpful while we were there. The property has all of the uniqueness of Taos architecture and ambiance which we very much enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sanctuary!
Wonderful home in a prime location! The whole stay was really special !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tessa J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip
The property was beautiful and perfect for our girls getaway. We were comfortable and the location was perfect. The property manager responded quickly to my question. I will definitely recommend this property to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, perfect stay
We loved every single thing about this property, from the location, to the little outdoor patio, to the hot tub, to the beautifully decorated interior. Two sweet casitas with everything. You could need and all kinds of extra amenities, like soft blankets and great art. The property manager was repsonaive and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

erin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Great location just a block from the plaza and a quick 30 min drive to Taos Ski Valley. They had everything we needed. One room ran a bit cold but there was a portable heater so that solved that issue. Beds could be a bit comfier, but I feel like every rental’s beds aren’t the best. Only other heads up is the book units key is particular, so you have to get to know it’s temperament. 😆 We had a great stay! The jacuzzi was clean and hot for us. We’d stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mami
Great place to stay I love to come back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
We had come here for the Wine Festival and the location was perfectly positioned close to shops and restaurants!! Lots of good food and shopping. We want to come back in the summer and enjoy all the outdoor activities 🤩
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023