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Casa del Sol - Original Eco Build-Beer Can House!

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Terrace/patio
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8275 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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El Prado, NM
  • Place, Taos Plaza
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Kit Carson Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Taos Pueblo
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About this property

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

Casa del Sol - Original Eco Build-Beer Can House!

Headline:
"Eco-Chic Retreat: Casa Del Sol in Scenic Taos"

Description Summary:
Discover Casa Del Sol, your haven for sustainable luxury in bustling Taos County, New Mexico. This Earthship-inspired home, featuring 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, accommodates up to 8 guests in style. Imbibe in the tranquil ambiance of this charming dwelling, etched with eco-conscious measures, steps away from the Rio Grande Gorge and Taos Pueblo. Ideal for the eco-aware traveler, or families looking to immerse in unique cultural experiences.

The Space:
Let the original Casa Del Sol—your sanctuary for a truly unique vacation—captivate you. This ecologically-conscious home, ingeniously built with repurposed beer and soda cans by Earthship pioneer Michael Reynolds, beautifully blends comfort, aesthetic allure, and sustainable living.

The house welcomes you with four cozy bedrooms, each radiating warmth and comfort. The master suite is a retreat within a retreat, featuring a king-sized bed, a private bath equipped with a serene bathtub and standalone shower—refuge for your body and mind. The guest bedrooms reverberate the tranquil vibe, featuring charming clawfoot tub in the shared bathroom.

Casa Del Sol’s heart is its spacious living area, housing a vintage fireplace, setting the stage for friendly gatherings or tranquil relaxation. Its kitchen, replete with modern amenities, provides an optimal setting for those culinary adventures. The dedicated workspace subtly eases the blend of travel and work, making it perfect for digital nomads.

The delight continues outside to the welcoming patio and the BBQ-equipped backyard, where you can relish a meal under the sprawling New Mexican sky. Watch nature’s best show, courtesy of colorful sunsets, as the rhythm of life in Taos continues around you. The house further ensures your comfort and security with a smart lock system and ample free parking.

Touching all spheres of life, Casa Del Sol is a testament to a well-rounded vacation experience, where every detail becomes a cherished memory.

Guest Access:
With Casa Del Sol, you get full access to a secure and relaxed stay, courtesy of our smart lock system. Guests can check in at their convenience and have complete access to both the outdoor and indoor spaces.

Unwind in our private backyard or enjoy serene moments on the patio. Our parking options are expansive, accommodating your vehicles in the carport, garage, or the spacious driveway. Fireside chat or star-gazing, you can enjoy to your heart's content at our fire pit, enhancing your tranquil experience.

Other Things to Note:
Choosing Casa Del Sol means not just opting for a holiday home but a culturally rich, eco-conscious living experience. Its architectural charm, blended with its proximity to the local attractions of Taos County, enhances your holiday.

With summer approaching, Casa Del Sol serves as the perfect gateway to celebrate upcoming holidays like Labor Day, Columbus Day, and Veterans Day. Picture family barbecues on our patio, hikes to the nearby Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, or exploration of the UNESCO site, Taos Pueblo.

Don't miss out on the Millicent Rogers Museum near the property—a cultural gem of Taos. For dining options, KTAOS Solar Center offers unique fare, while Taos Plaza and Arroyo Seco present a variety of local flavors.

Please note that Casa Del Sol is a non-smoking, no pet property, and the tranquility it prescribes requires noise limits to be respected. Our dedicated local Taos team is available to assist with any queries or difficulties during your stay, promising a rejuvenating and unforgettable retreat. Embrace a sustainable lifestyle, stay close to nature, soak in local culture, and take with you a precious piece of Taos from Casa Del Sol.
SMOKING: This is a non-smoking property. If you smoke, please walk 25 feet away from the building, away from doors and windows.

This is a NON pet friendly home IF pets are found on premises there will be a $1000 fine.

Cameras on Property: There is a Ring Doorbell located outside of the front door pointed towards the parking area and driveway entrance.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of KTAOS Solar Center. Features include laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • Just a 2-minute drive from KTAOS Solar Center and a few minutes from Millicent Rogers Museum
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,960 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number HO-25-9778
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

277439

Reviews

Casa del Sol - Original Eco Build-Beer Can House! Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

We had a very nice stay for our 18th annual ski trip. The location was perfect, about 1/2 way from Taos Ski Valley and Angel Fire. The house had plenty of room to spread out. Check in and check out was simple. Overall great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay K.

Liked: Cleanliness

A real home. Large and rambling with some history

We were in Taos for a family gathering for my dad’s memorial. The house is a home with history and comfort for a multigenerational group. Large and rambling and full of old Taos charm.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leldon L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Taos ski trip

Great Vrbo, enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Execellent Taos property!

We really enjoyed our stay at Casa del Sol, there was enough room for everyone to spread out, the check in and out process was very easy, and the property and location was beautiful! We also really enjoyed uaing the fireplace which the owner has supplied wood for. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

carrie d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Better than the photos!

Wonderful visit to Taos with the whole extended fam. The house is charming, has beautiful views and is huge— plenty of space for everyone to spread out. One of the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wil T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Can house

This house was above and beyond expectations. LOTS of room and beautiful porches/yards. Has everything you need and super convenient to the mountain or down town. Loved it
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lydia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our second visit and as lovely as the first

My siblings and I gathered to celebrate my father's birthday. The house easily accommodated the six of us, with room around the dining table for other friends. The living room is huge, and we loved sitting in the two courtyards with their mountain views. Perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug E., Lincoln, NE

Liked: Cleanliness

Ski trip

Taos experience, spacious and comfortable, close to dining and yet a very reasonable distance to the slopes.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

jordan p., Brooklyn, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house near Arroyo Seco and Taos Ski

My family of four loved our stay at Casa del Sol. The house is large and very comfortable with great views. Note that there is a treacherous step-down sunken dining room with dark flooring between the entrance and kitchen and it is very easy to wipe out off the edge. It took a few days to get used to it but otherwise this was a great place.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica V., Lafayette, CO

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for two families

This house is large and well equipped. The 8 of us (4 adults, 4 kids ages 7-11) could easily spread out and everyone had a great time. We cooked a few dinners in the kitchen and the kids spent time playing in the yard, even though it was covered in snow. We didn't roam from the property on foot, but it's in a nice neighborhood and close to everything. Great to just head up the road to skj, and a quick drive into town for dinner. The house had everything we needed and we were saying how lovely it would be in the warmer months with the patio and many screen doors to let the breeze in.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Troy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

Great property close to everything in McMinnville and wine country. Nicely appointed and great home base for exploring the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

JD S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Taos Ski trip

The property is phenomenal and in a phenomenal location. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

J.D. S., Oklahoma

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious and affordable

This place was huge and well furnished. There were only a few of us during our stay but this property could accommodate 2 families easily. All of the beds were comfortable and there was plenty of space. I will book this again for our next trip to Taos.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candace S.

Liked: Cleanliness

New Years Getaway

We spent 5 days over New Years here and loved the house. We had plenty of space to relax, play games, and enjoy quality family time. There were enough rooms/ beds for both our families that totaled 7. We enjoyed having 2 ovens to cook for everyone in. It was helpful using the garage and covered parking during the bad weather. Phil, the property manager, was extremely helpful and friendly for all our needs and questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blas B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

My family and I had a great time. The house is beautiful and really well located for those who want to go skiing or just stay around town. Will be more than happy to come back in the future!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt H., Cincinnati, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

It was so much bigger than we expected. Absolutely perfect for our family of 7!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

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Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous views - great place for a group

Stayed here with a group of friends. We enjoyed the house & had a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

marc c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our needs

Lots of space and bedroom arrangements were great. The only thing a person should be aware of is there is a sunken dining room which if you have older folks or you are coming inside from daylight and are not familiar with the space you could trip...we caught it in time for the guests we were afraid of falling and it worked out fine from then on.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Ellen F., New Buffalo

Disliked: Cleanliness

Good base for exploring Taos

This is a sprawling, comfortable, well-equipped home that works well for groups or families. A little maintenance and cleaning TLC would make it more renter friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay. The home was beautiful, well stocked, and roomy.

Great for a family get together. Plenty of room to stretch out, easy drive to the ski valley, the gorge bridge, and downtown Taos.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break 2022

This property was prefect for us! Two families - 4 adults, 2 college students and 2 kiddos. We enjoyed the layout so much! Alcoves to relax with beautiful views from every window. Location to the Taos ski area and distance to town worked for us . The house gives you such a feeling of family with some many memories made and many more to come! Splendid stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jake B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly underrated

I left 3 stars on the accuracy of the listing only because the pictures do not do this property justice!!! Unique, cozy, interesting property quietly situated in a prime location for TSV guests. Such a cool spot!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve B., Boulder, CO

Liked: Cleanliness

What a cool place

This is such a unique place to stay. The rooms are interesting and there are plenty of nooks to disappear to or places to get together. For directions, as stated in the check-in notice for VRBO (which we read poorly) follow the written directions and don’t try to Google map it. Tons of parking. The area is great. The sky was clear the night we arrived and you can see more stars than pretty much anywhere. The drive to town is quick and the drive up to Taos to ski is short enough (leave by 8 on weekends, especially powder days). We loved it and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family ski trip

Cozy house to spend time with family
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022