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Colorfully & Uniquely Taos

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A rustic building with a distinctive architectural style, featuring a wooden pergola entrance and a metal gate.
A cozy living room with a white sectional sofa, a coffee table with a magazine, and a patterned rug.
A patio area with a wooden bench, a metal sculpture, and a variety of plants and rocks.
A living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a coffee table, a patterned rug, and a view through large windows.
A kitchen with a blue countertop, wooden cabinets, a sink, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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El Prado, NM
  • Place, KTAOS Solar Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Taos Plaza
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Rio Grande Gorge Bridge
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

El Prado

Located in El Prado, this holiday home is in the mountains. KTAOS Solar Center and Millicent Rogers Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Taos Ski Valley and Taos Country Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Kakawa Chocolate House and Twirl Toystore and Playspace. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Map
El Prado, NM

What's nearby

  • KTAOS Solar Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kit Carson Park - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Taos Plaza - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Rio Grande Gorge Bridge - 10 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Taos Pueblo - 11 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elevation Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Michael's Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizanos - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tomorrow and Tomorrow - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Alley Cantina - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Colorfully & Uniquely Taos pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Colorfully & Uniquely Taos?

As of 1 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colorfully & Uniquely Taos on 25 Apr 2027 start from AU$1,335, 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 Colorfully & Uniquely Taos?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Colorfully & Uniquely Taos?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Colorfully & Uniquely Taos?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Colorfully & Uniquely Taos located?

This family-friendly El Prado holiday home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of KTAOS Solar Center and Millicent Rogers Museum. Kakawa Chocolate House and Twirl Toystore and Playspace are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely decorations and well stocked kitchen. Very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful stay

We stayed at this house for our trip to the Taos Ski Valley. TSV was approximately 25-30 minutes drive from the house. The house was very comfortable and the location was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a marvelous place to stay! Casa Contenta is a beautiful, comfortable home with amazing decor. The home is located a little north of Taos in a quiet setting with beautiful views. The old Spanish style home is beautifully decorated with stained glass windows in the bathrooms, amazing art and pottery, wooden tables and cupboards, and quirky lights/decorations. The beds are very comfortable, the livingroom is a wonderful place to relax, the kitchen is super-well equipped, and the deck provided a lovely setting for morning coffee. The bathrooms contain good quality, thick towels as well as many toiletries; there's an Alexa for music; a TV and everything else anyone could want/need. Importantly, the home was cool even on hot days, without needing to use the newly installed swamp cooler. We loved the house so much that we carved time out of our sight-seeing plans to stay "home" and take advantage of the wonderful Casa Contenta. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tennessee Taosena

Needed extra room for family visiting, we have stayed here before and love love love it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family birthdays

An awesome place to spend time together for birthdays. The house is special! Beautiful decor throughout. Super comfortable! Starting the day with coffee on the deck was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great place, beautiful views, lovely yard

we thoroughly enjoyed this well equipped and roomy home. the only thing that would have made it better is doors instead of the curtains on some of rooms — so the toddler could sleep better when the oldsters were used in the night.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful inside and out. It was wonderfully decorative and artful. The house was well stocked with everything that one would need. All of the bedrooms and two bathrooms are downstairs with the kitchen and living room upstairs. There were many places throughout the house to just sit and read. The hosts were thoughtful and communicative. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved this VRBO

We loved everything about this property! The upstairs patio was probably our favorite part. But I can’t think of one thing we didn’t like about it. Plenty of room, owners responded quickly to messages. Neat, clean, wonderful decorative touches. We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful House

Our stay at Casa Contenta was wonderful. We had beautiful sunsets and sunrises. The house was very clean and uniquely Taos. Everything was easy to use with clear directions. Next time we are in Taos, we will try to stay here again. Thanks for the experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy stay for visiting Taos/skiing

We had a great stay at this cozy and beautifully decorated adobe home. The owners were very responsive and communicative when a plumbing issue cropped up right before we arrived, and it was taken care of immediately. The space and sleeping arrangements were perfect, all beds were comfy, and three full bathrooms made our stay easy for a larger group. The location has great views of the valley and mountains, is just outside Taos and a 25 min drive from Taos ski valley, which was perfect for our plans.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical!

Beautiful yet practical. We discoverd something new everyday. It's spacious and the pictures do not do it justice. So many places inside and outside to use. We felt so fortunate to have found this place. Tranquil, colorful, and fun. Location was perfect. Thank you for sharing this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Coming to Taos? Look no further!

Casa Contenta is absolutely out of a magazine! The property is beautiful and well maintained. We took our family of five and Absolutely loved every minute of our vacation. Bedrooms are located downstairs which was ideal for those traveling with kids. Our little one could be put to bed and the rest of us could stay up and talk, play games, watch tv, etc. The house has absolutely everything you will need! The drive to the square and to ski valley are very short and convenient. The owners are so sweet, kind, and accommodating. We contacted Terry for some ideas for activities for our almost two year old and she knew exactly where we could take her! I seriously cannot say enough about our experience in Taos and at Casa Contenta...wonderful memories were made here!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for writing that glowing review, and we are so pleased that you enjoyed yourselves!! We were glad we got to meet you and your family, and I'm sure Taos is calling you to come again. Hard to believe, but the summer is just as splendid as the winter, so just let us know if we can serve you in the future!! Thanks again!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really beautiful place with incredible views from the deck—we saw several stunning sunsets! The house is thoughtfully decorated and well stocked with essentials. The first bedroom when you walk in is quite large and has a door to the outside stairs up to the deck. There is a curtain instead of a door from the inside, but the door is tucked away so privacy wasn’t an issue. The map/game room is more of a widened part of the hallway, but has adequate space for a mattress on the floor if extra sleeping room is needed. The master bedroom is smaller but has an attached bathroom and was comfortable with a great view! It also has a door to the outside bit on the opposite side from the stairs. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and didn’t want to leave. The hosts were very responsive and we felt well taken care of! Oh— the outside areas are so cute, with seating in alcoves tucked among bushes and trees. We were there in July, and the house was nice and cool inside despite some hot days. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

8/10 Good

Filled with great art

Our three generations were mostly sick or injured by the time everyone arrived. So we spent more time in than venturing out. We appreciated all the spaces to lounge and be horizontal. We are a close family, so having more sleeping space outside of the two proper bedrooms worked fine. This house is great for families with kids over the age of 6 or 7. Many nice things down low will be nerve racking for families with little kids. The engineers in the group had a fun time trying to figure out what was old (original to the structure), what was made to look old, and what was new. The house has a few minor things to repair/replace. The kitchen had everything but a tea kettle, which we happily donated.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
We are so sorry that your group was not feeling well, but we do thank you for your four stars. We have a new range ordered (with a smaller oven on top of a larger oven and the stovetop feature with a "griddle in the middle") but the snowstorms prevented its arrival before your stay and we do apologize for that. And thanks for the comment about the art. My husband is responsible for making almost all of it, so I will let him know he did a good job. And we appreciate the kettle! Something I hadn't thought of. Hope you are all back to 100% and thanks for staying with us!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

All-Around Amazing!!!

Being an interior designer, I'm easily and often disappointed in vacation rental surroundings. Not this time! Casa Contenta is expertly appointed from it's amazing and interesting decor to it's high end bedding and cookware. Every detail is well thought, and we thoroughly enjoyed are bright and beautiful home away from home. The location couldn't be a better compromise between convenience of town and easy access to Taos Ski Valley. The owners are such lovely helpful people that we wish we'd had more time to visit with them. All of Taos seemed more affordable than Colorado ski destinations, and Casa Contenta seemed like an excellent value. The rooms were the perfect set up for two couples with children. If I had to go out on a limb to make one tiny suggestion, it would be to add a heavier window covering on the french door in the downstairs bathroom. Honestly, other than that, the house is perfect! I can't wait to go back and stay again!!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thank you for taking time to write the review and for the warm and fuzziness of it!!!! We have rented plenty of vacation homes in the past and know what we liked when we visited and tried to incorporate that into Casa Contenta. We are excited that you enjoyed yourselves and will consider staying with us again. And I will give that door treatment some attention to make it feel more private. Thanks again, Carrie, and we hope to see you soon!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Extraordinary!!! Perfect home away from home...

My husband and I took our five teenagers skiing for spring break. Casa Contenta was truly a PERFECT home for our week-long stay. From the moment we walked in, we were extremely impressed. The entire home was clean, well-prepared, bright and beautiful. The location of this home is prime!!! It's so close to town and an easy drive up the mountain to ski. It is centrally located to so many hot spots! The property itself was well-maintained and sits high on a bluff giving great views morning & evening! The layout of the home was great for our group! Plenty of beds and space for teenagers - and a nice, quiet space for the parents. Each room is so unique and has such personality. The bathrooms were clean and everything in great working order. Upstairs hosts a large family room, nice kitchen with all you will need and plenty of table space. The photos that are posted truly do not do this home justice!!! The artwork and décor was very lovely and quite intriguing. Stan and Terry are professional, but down-to-earth - very gracious owners who truly take "providing a great vacation home" to heart. They have thought of every detail and provided all you could need with great class!!! Thanks for a memorable spring break!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thank you for your exquisite review of Casa Contenta. My only regret is that we don't get to rate our guests because we would have definitely give you six stars out of five. We appreciated the care with which you treated our home and how clean we found it upon your departure. We especially enjoyed the photos you sent us of your family enjoying the house and the slopes. Taos is such a unique place, deserving of such a unique family, and we are thankful that you stayed with us. May all your travels be safe and blessed.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house

This house is fabulous! Spacious and clean with beautiful art in EVERY room. The views are spectacular! Our host gave very clear directions. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This house IS Taos

This unique property provides a glimpse into the unique style of Northern New Mexico. We loved the interior of the house and its unusual layout. Everything about it was fun! The beds and furniture were comfortable and we had plenty of room. The only problem we had was finding the code to the front door which was kind of buried in the welcome packet we received. Thanks for a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Light and Breezy in a Unique Setting

Casa Contenta was the perfect place for our family's trip to Taos! Beautifully and thoughtfully decorated in a truly whimsical fashion. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed to make a great meal. My favorite part about it was a fully open-concept upstairs living area with windows in every direction that opened to allow fresh cross breezes of fresh mountain air. The views from the deck were breathtaking. The location was wonderful as well, close to the Gorge Bridge, the road to Taos Ski Valley, or to Taos itself. The only word of caution I would note is that one of the two main downstairs bedrooms does not have a door, but rather only a cloth divider to separate it from the hallway. It is a beautiful room and worked perfectly for our daughter, but is worth being aware of for those who want full privacy. In all though, this is a gem that we would gladly return to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outstanding

Wonderful. Can’t say enough good things. Will go back for sure!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Experience!

Stan and Terry's place is beautiful, spacious, clean and perfectly located: close enough to town and to Taos Ski Valley to be convenient, but far enough to be able to enjoy a little more quiet. The house is very comfortable and extremely well-appointed, with everything you need for a relaxing stay. Terry has added a ton of extra touches (like relaxing bath salts and an amazing latte maker) that make a visit that much more special. Terry and Stan are absolutely awesome and went way out of their way to make us feel welcome. We've stayed in a lot of rentals over this trip, but Stan and Terry were the only hosts who made us feel like family. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical home

We can not say enough about this gem of a property! From the kind host to the amazing views and expansive courtyard we enjoyed every minute of our stay. The kids loved exploring all the art unique Knick knacks from around the world. We highly recommend this property if you are planning a trip to New Mexico!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful location, site clean

I was so glad to have chosen this property!! Great views! Super clean, well stocked and appointed! Comfortable beds! We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect

This house is ideal. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
thank you for taking the time to write a review. We would love to have you back anytime. You’re always upgrading so check back next time to see what’s new . Thanks again glad you had a great trip.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A home on the mesa...

Casa Contenta exceeded our expectations. It is a beautiful and very comfortable home, but still quirky and unique. The three bedrooms (on the ground floor) are quite comfortable and distinct from one another. Two of the bedrooms have access to the gorgeous patio and grounds. One also has an ensuite bathroom. There is an additional common room that can easily sleep two (on cushioned, wide benches). The upper level is nicely laid out with comfortable and stylish furniture, gorgeous views all around, and a great deck. The kitchen was very well appointed. We especially enjoyed watching the sunset from the living room deck and welcoming the sunrise on the patio. Great place for a family trip!
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