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Cozy Casa Carmelita features a Brilliant Kiva Fireplace, Unique Patio & Hot Tub!

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Welcome
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Living area
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Private bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Casa Carmelita features a Brilliant Kiva Fireplace, Unique Patio & Hot Tub!

CASA CARMELITA IS NM SAFE CERTIFIED, TRAINED IN COVID-SAFE PRACTICES

RV’s and Trailers are prohibited.

Casa Carmelita, also known as Casa Encantada #7, has plenty of charm, romance and magnetism that is tucked away in a serene setting. Casa Encantada, a classic adobe compound is situated on what was original Pueblo land. This early 1900’s family compound has been transformed into a charming, intimate collection of eleven individually owned casitas. Located one block off Kit Carson, it is an easy walk to the Plaza, 0.7 miles for shopping, galleries, restaurants, music and museums, and just moments to the El Monte Sagrado Resort and Spa.

Casa Carmelita is a classic adobe casita that opens into a beautifully landscaped, grassy shared common area with beautiful trees and a unique Totem Pole. This one bedroom gem sleeps 2 adults comfortably with a King bed (memory foam) and a Queen, Sleeper Sofa with no bars, no springs, no compromise. Guest will enjoy the large Kiva fireplace with beautiful gas logs for warm cozy nights. French doors open to the spacious private patio showcasing a bistro set with a wood-burning chiminea for a "quite" happy hour, then top the evening off with a relaxing soak in the hot tub. Additional amenities include, fully equipped kitchen, washer and dryer, microwave, dishwasher, portable air conditioner, air purifier, Roku/Smart TV with wireless Sony headphones, blu ray DVD, portable Bluetooth jam-box for music in the patio, fiber optic high speed internet, gas grill.

Dave visited Taos for the first time in 1971 on an art scholarship through his University. We hope you will enjoy his paintings that hang in the casita, some are available for purchase. Carmelita, a Registered Nurse enjoys the culinary experience of New Mexico and the Southwest.

We are excited to share Casa Carmelita with you.

SHORT-TERM RENTAL PERMIT NO.: STR2018-00016

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Adults only

Queen, Sleeper Sofa (premier memory foam mattress)

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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

Non vaping

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Please see Casa Book located on the bar for check-out instructions

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

We are a small, quiet condo community. Total number of condo units at Casa Encantada is 11. Do not disturb the neighbors please.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STR2018-00016
Property # 990183vb
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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Taos

Taos is home to this condo. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Río Grande del Norte National Monument and Kit Carson Park, while Kit Carson Home and Museum and Henningsen Fine Arts are cultural highlights. Taos Center for the Arts and Taos Plaza Theater and Arts Center are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Taos, NM

What's nearby

  • Kit Carson Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kit Carson Home and Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Taos Plaza - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Taos Plaza Theater and Arts Center - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Taos Historic Museums - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Smith's Fuel Center - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taos Cow @ Anglada - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Tomorrow and Tomorrow - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Apothecary - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Casa Carmelita features a Brilliant Kiva Fireplace, Unique Patio & Hot Tub! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Casa Carmelita features a Brilliant Kiva Fireplace, Unique Patio & Hot Tub!?

As of 26 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Casa Carmelita features a Brilliant Kiva Fireplace, Unique Patio & Hot Tub! on 27 May 2026 start from AU$460, 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 Cozy Casa Carmelita features a Brilliant Kiva Fireplace, Unique Patio & Hot Tub!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Casa Carmelita features a Brilliant Kiva Fireplace, Unique Patio & Hot Tub!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Casa Carmelita features a Brilliant Kiva Fireplace, Unique Patio & Hot Tub!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Casa Carmelita features a Brilliant Kiva Fireplace, Unique Patio & Hot Tub! located?

Situated in Taos, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Kit Carson Home and Museum, Kit Carson Park and D.H. Lawrence Ranch. Taos Center for the Arts and Historic Ledoux Street are also within 15 minutes.

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. 200 out of 212 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 212 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 212 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 212 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 212 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely casita #7 with a wonderful bed, terrific hot tub and surprisingly well stocked kitchen! Very quiet, great and private outdoor sitting area, portable chairs to sit out in the bigger yard. Thanks Carmie for being such a responsive host!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and cozy! Very comfortable casita- fireplace, hot tub, well appointed kitchen, comfy furnishings. So quiet yet close to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lenore M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was everything a Taos VRBO should be: an adobe home with vibrant decor. Located very close to the historic district it had private parking, a private courtyard, a hot tub, well gas fireplace, good water pressure with plenty of hot water and a well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the gas fireplace , the hot tub and the beautiful setting and garden. The casita was attractive and very comfortable and in a nice neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay very much! It had everything we needed-and more. Exactly as described. Great location-easy walk in to the plaza and shops/galleries.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine J.

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

Great little place

Well appointed, close to plaza, nice neighborhood and friendly fellow condo dwellers.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherian M.

A great place to stay.

Charming, comfortable and the patio with the hummingbirds is a great bonus. Convenient to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for the great review. We hope you will come back again. Carmelita and Dave
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad J.

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

Weekend getaway

We had a great stay. Everything we needed was already at the casita. The hot tub was awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Awesome Retreat

Great vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keenan M.

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

Excellent Location

This clean, intimate, and quite property exceeded our expectations with a small patio, quite and safe neighborhood, and a fresh hot tub with privacy fence.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay here! The location was perfect- quiet and secluded but still very close to all the action in town. The patio was wonderful with the hot tub, and was the reason we chose this specific place. The bed was very comfortable. The only thing that was not perfect, was the cleanliness. It definitely was not a deal breaker, and we would still stay here again, but we would have liked to have had the patio furniture wiped down so it didn't dirty our clothes, fresher/newer towels, and less of the owner's belongings around. The storage space is lacking, so having brooms/cleaning supplies etc piled in corners is kind of necessary, but the forethought to remove old boxes from the patio and just try to organize a little more, would go a long way in the presentation and first impression of the casita!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2026
Thank you for the 5 Star Review and your recommendations which we appreciate. I will go to Dillards and purchase new towels. I will ask our Caretaker to make sure the patio furniture is wiped down before guests arrive. I will also ask our Caretaker to check and remove any unnecessary boxes in the patio. The only boxes I am aware of is a box on top of the outside storage cabinet that holds hot tub chemicals and a gray plastic tub with lid beside the cabinet labeled hot tub supplies. I am not aware of any owner belongings. I do keep the kitchen furnished with spices, sugar, flour, cooking oil, popcorn, some breakfast items, etc. and the bathroom with some essentials. Please know that anything inside the casita or in the patio is there for the guests to use. I do wish we had more storage space. Again, thank you for the review and recommendations. We look forward to you staying at Casa Carmelita again in the future! Best, Carmie and Dave
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George H.

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

Just what we were looking for

Nice place, very well provisioned.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Camilla has always made us feel very welcome. We treat her property just as we would treat our own. We feel very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

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

Cozy

Great location, property, amenities!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly Z.

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

Wonderful Place

The condo was everything we had hoped…cozy, clean, and great location. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki D.

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

Quiet getaway

We wanted a quiet place for our stay, the property fit that bill and it was nicely decorated and well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

Excellent and Well-appointed

This was probably one of the nicest places we’ve stayed that welcomes dogs. It was spotless, well-stocked, well-appointed, quiet and convenient. The courtyard was perfect and so was the hot tub. This little place checks all the boxes! We will definitely stay here again and highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert W.

Cozy!

Enjoyed staying in this casita - well equipped, comfortable and convenient! Perfect for 2 people.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for the nice review. We hope you will come back again! Carmie and Dave
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gayle W.

Lovely and convenient

Perfect place for a Taos getaway. Cozy, convenient, everything we needed, including fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for the great review. We hope you come back again! Carmie and Dave
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

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

Great stay!

Communication was quick and friendly. The place was cozy but spacious. We loved having a king-size bed. The location was great - easy walk to town. We highly recommend this lovely place and owner!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

It’s time to land of enchantment

Casa Carmelita was a great place to stay! We really enjoyed the patio and the hot tub! There is a comfortable bed, well stocked kitchen, and the washer and dryer was a bonus! it is close to the plaza and restaurants and stores in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

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

Charming Taos Casita

Casa Carmelita has great Taos ambiance located in a very quiet neighborhood and within walking distance of Taos Plaza. The hot tub is an additional touch that we enjoyed during our visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Casa Carmelita

A wonderful stay with privacy and proximity to Taos downtown. Loved it! Would stay again and highly recommend! Thanks Carmie and Dave!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Wonderful casita in Taos

Lovely little casita walking distance to the historic district of Taos while still being tucked enough away. Such a cute home and the outdoor area was still so widely used even in winter. We'd gladly return! The art on the walls was all done by the casita owner as well which felt really homey.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett T.

Lovely Casita! Cozy, homely, great location.

Casa Carmelita was all we hoped for and then some. Location was great; walk into town was only 10-15 minutes. Everything went off without a hitch.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for the great review. Glad you had a good time! Carmelita and Dave

About the host

Hosted by Carmelita Leake

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In 2014 we rented Casa Carmelita, (Casa Encantada #7) in search of a vacation home to buy. The appeal was instant, we looked at each other and said WOW! It had everything we were looking for and more.

Why they chose this property

Casa Carmelita has been a very successful vacation rental in the past, under the name Casa Encantada #7.

What makes this property unique

Casa Carmelita is an easy walk or drive to the Plaza for shopping, galleries, restaurants, music and museums. It is just moments away from El Monte Sagrado Resort and Spa. This 5 star resort offers a wonderful spot for fine or casual dining. A fantastic bar and a full service spa.

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