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Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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White, 2-level, Hilltop Dobson House
Magnificent Dobson House property
Circular living room/dining room
Circular living room/dining room
Circular living room/dining room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2+ bathroomsSleeps 4603.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Place, Rio Grande Gorge Bridge
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Earthship BioTecture
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Taos Plaza
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Suite #1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Suite #1 Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn

Two beautiful bedroom suites are available in this magnificent 6,500-square-foot earthship (see photos). The second suite is automatically added for parties of 3-4. Should parties of 2 want both suites, book for 3. You will be the only guests during your booking. Dobson House sits high on a hill ringed by mountains overlooking the Rio Grande Gorge. The two suites occupy the entire lower level of the inn and connect to the magnificent living room and gourmet commercial kitchen via a grand underground staircase. Each adobe and Mexican-tiled suite has gorgeous views, a private patio, queen bed, sitting area, bathroom, mini fridge, microwave, and coffee and tea service. Cook meals in the gourmet commercial kitchen. Dine with gorgeous views. Hike, bike, or snowshoe beautiful trails. The rim of the gorge, where you'll find breathtaking views of the canyon and Rio Grande 800-feet below, is a 10-minute hike from your door. Mineral-rich hot springs are a hike away. Gorgeous sunsets and starry skies await. Please note that this exquisite 6,500-square-foot earthship, built to be an exclusive inn, has an innkeeper on premises. My sweet dog, Ruby, and I are here to ensure your experience is exceptional. Wonderfully off the beaten path, vehicles with AWD or 4WD and good clearance are necessary in inclement weather.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Parking included
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number HO-14-2022

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Arroyo Hondo

Located in Arroyo Hondo, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Rio Grande Gorge Bridge and Taos Plaza are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carson National Forest and Kit Carson Park. Earthship BioTecture and Taos Mountain Casino are two other places to visit that come recommended. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Arroyo Hondo, NM

What's nearby

  • Rio Grande Gorge Bridge - 17 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Black Rock Hot Springs - 19 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Earthship BioTecture - 20 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Taos Plaza - 27 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Kit Carson Park - 27 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Midtown Market and Lounge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taos Mesa Brewing - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Jose's Birthday Get Away - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mountain View Lounge - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Sabor Perijanero - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn?

As of 15 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn on 19 Oct 2025 start from AU$500.02, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn located?

Located in the heart of Arroyo Hondo, this holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, Carson National Forest and Earthship BioTecture. Kit Carson Park and Taos Mountain Casino are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 195 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 214 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing property! Gorgeous Earthship, amazing views, the rooms were spacious and clean, not only would I highly recommend, I’m already making plans to stay again. The proprietor was super helpful and very hospitable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at the Dobson house. The sunset views out of the wall of windows in the living room were amazing. Brenda was a gracious host and gave us several great recommendations for local restaurants and activities. It was just a short drive into Taos, but it still felt remote - a great place to return to each evening. The vast desert landscape has a timeless beauty...it was hard to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

rudolf s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an incredible Taos experience daily walks to the gorge, and just a few miles into Taos for art walks and delicious local food
Stayed 18 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and a friend stayed in 2 suites after a week in Santa Fe and Taos. Lots of room and separate bathrooms. Very unique and different place to stay. We really enjoyed the serenity of the Dobson House. Great way to relax before flying back home. A short easy hiking path takes you to an overlook of the Rio Grande gorge. Our host Brenda greeted us to show us around the main living area. She has a very positive presence and we enjoyed our brief contact with her. It has been two weeks ago since we stayed and the positive feelings remain.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

john s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best experience ever with a property rental. The property itself is unbelievable and the host made it even better with her accommodating attitude. The most relaxing and calm weekend with views that cant be beat.Dont miss the hike to the gorge and a hot spings experience only a few minutes walk from your door. Super nice people and a really cool dog (Ruby). Hope to get back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Dobson house way exceeded our expectations. The home itself is the perfect marriage of artistry and engineering. It's an educational experience to see how well people can live off the grid.Super deluxe! The property is a bit remote and our jeep worked really well to get us there.We hiked down to the gorge and soaked in the mineral Springs.How wonderful! I just can't say enough good things. Brenda our host and her sweet dog Ruby were so good to us! We will definitely be staying there again.Hopefully!
Open concept from the kitchen to the main living room
Sweet Ruby
Amazing artwork
Gourmet chef's kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mari T.

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

Yay for Earthships

We had a great visit; our host was wonderful, so was her sweet dog. We had great day trips around the area, hiked down to the Rio Grande from our front door, and enjoyed coming back to the cool calm earthship.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

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

Gorgeous house!

This property os beautiful, we loved every minute of it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

June H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect home base for Taos desert and mountain adventures. It is very remote and beautiful, with hiking right out the door. Indoor stargazing with the Milky Way right out my bedroom window. It is a unique building with a really cool history. Our host Brenda was right on site with a wealth of knowledge about the area. I hope we get to come back soon.
We cooked in the shared kitchen and our breakfast here
Amazing view! Hot air balloons floated by in the morning.
Almost 360 views out the windows in the living room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie B.

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

Outstanding!

Truly an unforgettable experience staying in one of the coolest places! Such a special and unique place. Brenda was amazing - she was very responsive and helped us a ton! Lovely stay. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome, unbelievable location, better than describe. Brenda is top-notch.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sherri P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is really something special, and the host was a real dream. The only reason I didn't give it five stars is as a caution to anyone who may be considering a late Summer visit, as we did. This is a true "Earthship Experience," meaning "eco-friendly" as in no A/C. I am a person who likes to rest in the afternoon and needs a cool room - typically 68 degrees at night in order to sleep. Despite the cooler desert nights, I found the room still too warm to sleep well and unbearably warm during the afternoons. If we had it to do over again, we would have chosen a different time of year.The location is quite remote, but still only 15-20 minutes outside of town, and a big WOW! with a 25-minute walk to the rim of the Rio Grande - took our breath away! Ruby, the sweetest dog ever, greeted us on our arrival. Brenda, our lovely host, was a wealth of info on all the most beautiful and interesting sites within walking distance of the house, including hot springs! The house itself was one of the most unique and interesting we've ever visited.If a luxury/spa-like experience is your jam, this may not be for you. However, if you want a truly authentic "Earthship Experience" with the majesty of nature as your main motivation, then look no further- this is your place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

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

A Truly Unique Taos Experience

This property is absolutely beautiful! We were so grateful that Brenda shares the Dobson house. She was a responsive, friendly, and gracious host, and the house is really incredible. The location feels remote and offers breathtaking scenery, but you're still close to town. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

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

DOBSON HOUSE

We had a great experience! I wish I had read the posting more thoroughly. Shared space! I didn't realize this until the property owner texted directions that also said we would share the fridge with her. No big deal. My bad. We wanted privacy and peace and that's what we received. Gorgeous!!! Peaceful rest. The road from hwy to Dobson is rough! I drove my Prius there. We were bouncing all over the place. All wheel or 4 wheel should suggested.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas L.

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

Gorgeous Property

We loved staying here and look forward to coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Neat place

We enjoyed our stay and Brenda was very accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

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

Great Stay!!!

This home is amazing and we loved our stay!!! Beautiful sunsets every night, tons of stars!! Great private location but close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally K.

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

A One of a Kind Property

We were greeted by Ruby the VRBO dog when we arrived for our 2 night stay. She's an awesome pup! We enjoyed talking to Brenda and learning about the property from her. Her collection of art in the house is wonderful. We made two dinners and breakfasts and found everything we needed in the kitchen. Sunsets were amazing. Walking down to the view of the Rio Grande was an experience. We didn't make the trek to the river itself. From the house, we went to the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, visited the Harwood Museum (loved it), toured the earth house community, had lunch at Michaels Kitchen (delicious huge servings), explored cemeteries and churches. Cyd's was a good place to grocery ship for what we needed. Smiths has a bigger selection. The gravel road is a bit teeth rattling but the house makes it all worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

YVONNE P., Where do you live?

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

Great Stay

Unique, large home, comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

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

Great place to stay thank you

We stayed for one night for a concert it was an awesome place slept great beautiful views. The Star gazing was amazin; g
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanne Z.

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

Peaceful beauty

My adult son and I have always wanted to stay in an Earthship house, and The Dobson House did not disappoint. There is a very healing stillness and quiet in the home and the views are spectacular. Ruby the hosts dog is very sweet, and the owner was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Terry P.

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

Perfect

Great place to stay to see the sunset and the amazing stars at night. Would suggest staying there i9n the much cooler months. It was hot in there, but worth it
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teal W.

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

This was a very cool experience staying here very fun!

I really enjoyed the property and Brenda was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany G.

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

Absolutely would stay here again!

Brenda is lovely and welcoming. The property is one of a kind and I really felt like I got my money’s worth!! Kitchen was fantastic and the views were incredible.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was wonderful, check in was flawless, she invited me for a hike with her dog Ruby, recommended other hiking trails, great place

About the host

Hosted by Brenda Wilhelmson

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This Chicago native's dream of skiing, horseback riding, and hosting guests in a glorious setting came true.

Why they chose this property

This property is remote, yet near town and the ski valley. Feel like you're outside when you're inside. The house has incredible views from massive windows that will blow you away.

What makes this property unique

Pure mountain drinking water straight from the tap. Solar power. Solar heat. Adobe walls. Flagstone floors. Pillars of Ponderosa Pine. Enormous windows. Premier Taos earthship.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests