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The Red Earth Palace Retreat

Riverside villa with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior detail
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Experience the tranquility of Taos at this architectural gem, nestled on fifteen private acres bordering the Rio Grande Gorge National Park. Enjoy modern comforts with 100Mbps fiber internet, a gourmet kitchen, and SmartTV while surrounded by majestic New Mexico skies.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Red Earth Palace Retreat

An architectural gem on fifteen private acres of pristine high desert mesa, bordering the Rio Grande Gorge National Park. A living and breathing piece of art nestled amongst junipers trees, piñon and sage brush, offering sweeping views of the surrounding valley and river gorge. Sustainably built yet with all the amenities of a modern home. Property borders the Rio Grande National Monument with miles of hiking trails into and above the Rio Grande Gorge.

100Mbps fiber internet with 5G WiFi throughout the house.
SmartTV with Netflix, HBOGO, Amazon Video and more.
Gourmet kitchen with everything you need to prepare and serve meals for family and friends.
Wood stove and radiant floor heating.

The property borders the Rio Grande Gorge Monument, with miles of hiking trails into the Rio Grande Gorge and along its rim.

Majestic New Mexico skies, with a clear view of the Taos Mountains range during the day, and dark nights free of light pollution, perfect for star gazing.

Secluded yet conveniently located ten miles to the town of Taos with shops, restaurants, museums, etc...
Twenty miles to the Taos Sky Valley.

Taos County license HO-58-21

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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 deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Red Earth Palace Retreat Arroyo Hondo
The Red Earth Palace Retreat Private vacation home
The Red Earth Palace Retreat Private vacation home Arroyo Hondo

About the area

Map
El Prado, NM

What's nearby

  • Manby Hot Springs - 15 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Black Rock Hot Springs - 15 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Rio Grande Gorge Bridge - 21 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Earthship BioTecture - 24 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Taos Plaza - 31 min drive - 23.8 km

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Midtown Market and Lounge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taos Mesa Brewing - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mountain View Lounge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sabor Perijanero - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Red Earth Palace Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Red Earth Palace Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Red Earth Palace Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Red Earth Palace Retreat located?

Situated on a river, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Río Grande del Norte National Monument and Rio Grande. Manby Hot Springs is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) away.

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The Red Earth Palace Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aja M.

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

Amazing Stay

We loved staying here- it was the perfect location for those who want to enjoy taos but feel remote. The hiking trails on property were cherry on top. We saw bighorn sheep and perfect views. Cozy and accomodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

michael d.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

As advertised. Very secluded and host was wonderful to work with
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

amber h.

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

Great place!

We loved our stay! We sat in the hot tub and watched the meteor showers, hiked to the hot springs, and enjoyed every minute of the peace and quiet. 10/10!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward B.

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

Wonderful house in a beautiful location

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at theRed Earth Palace Retreat! The house had everything we needed for our stay including amazing views and the perfect hot tub/deck set up to relax after long days of hiking and sightseeing. Our host was incredibly responsive and made sure all of questions were addressed. Highly recommend a stay here if you’re visiting the Taos region!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pieter D.

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

Amazing Taos getaway

We loved this place! Perfect for our family of 4. Great views. We went during the covid lockdown so we just cooked and read and walked and soaked. It was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

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

Red earth palace

Absolutely phenomenal stay in Taos, NM! This home was beyond amazing - from the cozy interior to the perfect location. The highlight was definitely the private hot springs hike, an experience like no other! Being able to unwind in the hot tub under the stars after a day of adventure was pure bliss. Plus, the convenience of being close to town added an extra layer of enjoyment to our trip. 10/10, would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan P.

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

Enchanting

Beautiful property, well designed and executed home, wonderful hiking trails from your backdoor. It was a wonderful experience in all aspects, great communciation and check-in process and a fantastic location! Away from it all, but we easy access to Taos and all the amazing surrounding areas. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danita S., Colleyville, TX

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

Nice escape from the Texas heat!

We booked a week around Labor Day to escape the Texas heat. The setup was great for us and our 1 small dog. The host was very responsive and helpful with any questions. We enjoyed exploring Taos and a couple of rounds of golf along with needed relaxation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

larryegypt

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

A beautiful escape at the end of the road

This home is stunning! The red earth walls are warm and inviting and it's clear that the home is custom in every way. The french doors from each bedroom open up to beautiful views and comfy seating areas. We loved our stay so much, we extended it for an extra night. Katherin was a very gracious host and we had a wonderful stay! 10/10
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edmund T.

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

New Mexico Oasis

The property itself had the perfect New Mexico ambience to it. For those that want to feel "off the grid" in a relaxing retreat will surely find that here. I stayed for skiing with friends and we really enjoyed having fires, watching the stars from the hot tub and using the kitchen which as everything you will need. I will cherish the memories here and certainly will consider coming back. This place is a HIDDEN GEM which makes me love it even more. Every amenity was provided for and not many property hosts get it right but these guys did!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication with the owners was wonderful. They responded promptly and with the details we asked about. The house is absolutely beautiful and the property has stunning views from the deck/hot tub area (glorious to star-gaze from as well).We hiked directly from the property to Manby Hot Springs and the Rio Grande River.The counters/sinks are very tall (I am not very tall, worked okay for my spouse and son who are 6 ft.) If you are taking younger/shorter kids grab a step-stool if you have one.We would 100% stay here again and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell R.

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

Gorgeous Gorge

Thank you so much for sharing your home with us! It is such a unique property with amazing views. For us, it is a perfect balance of privacy and serenity, but close to Taos or on the way to Abiquiu and Ghost Ranch. This was our second stay - with hopefully more to come in the future! Thanks again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurel D.

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

Starry Nights

We loved our stay at this unique home on the Rio Grande. It was wonderfully quiet with the best star gazing of any place we’ve been. We hiked the trails on the property, watched stars from the hot tub, and watched the hot air balloons on their tours of the river each morning from the patio. Although it is rural, it’s close enough to Taos to go in for lunch and shopping, an easy drive to the ski valley and the rafting trips. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami B.

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

Beautiful escape

This property is situated on a gorgeous piece of land that is peaceful and well-maintained. The place was perfect for our family of four. Our two boys shared the second bedroom, which had two beds. There was everything we needed to cook several meals, use the hot tub, and clean a load of laundry. The ride into town is not too far, with a great view as you go. We enjoyed our stay immensely.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody K.

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

Wonderful stay near Taos

We loved our stay at The Red Earth Palace. It is a really cool house sited in a beautiful and somewhat remote area near Taos. It is along the Rio Grande where you can hike down to the hot springs. We had a very relaxing and peaceful weekend. The house itself is lovely and very clean. The kitchen is very well setup with all the tools you could possibly ask for. The host, Katherin, is wonderful and very easy to communicate with. Thanks for a lovely stay in your beautiful home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittney S.

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

The best views of Taos!

This is our second time
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin W.

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

Great Property

The house, property and owner were all great! House is very isolated but with great views and hike into the gorge to the hot springs. Owner was easy to communicate with. Hot tub and fire pit at night were great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

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

Incredible Stay

The property and surrounding area were fantastic. We were able to enjoy some nice hikes, including to the hot springs, and very much enjoyed the hot tub. The kitchen is fully equipped and we enjoyed the natural light. We would highly recommend staying here and would definitely return for another stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stormy W.

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

Great getaway

Had a great time at the house. Both me n my life had a wonderful anniversary
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie B.

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

Epic location with a few quirks

This house was beautiful with a wonderful location. It is right next to the Rio Grande Gorge with a short hike to get down to the river and hot springs. It was just what my husband and I were looking for for our 10 year anniversary trip. The house itself is beautiful with everything you need. There are a few quirks about the house such as the counter tops all being super tall - not ideal for short people, and the bathtub being huge and uncomfortable - but overall a great place. Check in and out was easy and straight forward and communication with the host was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

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

Wonderful Taos vacation!

Beautiful home and magical setting for our family vacation! The hosts were very communicative, and we loved our stay on their property. Everything was very clean, and the house was well-supplied. Many thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie L.

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

Perfect family getaway

We loved our stay! We traveled with kids, everything was as described and instructions were very thought out. We stay in 2-3 Vrbos a year and this one was top of the list for amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

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

Winter getaway

The Red Earth Palace is such an incredible home! The house is in itself a vacation! What a magical place, too. The nights were spectacular, with some of the best stars I've ever seen. We had an amazing time, and if ever in Taos again would love to stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin S.

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

Sunshine paradise

This house was just what we needed for a long weekend away from rainy Seattle. The house was so comfortable and perfectly situated on the property. Took advantage of the hiking trails down to the hot springs where we have ultimate privacy on a crisp fall morning. House had everything we needed for our stay. Beds were very comfortable and the decor was tasteful and functional and stylish. Hot tub under the stars was perfect, fire pit watching the moonrise, magical! Kitchen was adequately stocked and had everything needed. Our favorite part about the house was its secluded location, perfectly situated to feel like we were the only people around. Just what these city dwellers needed! Distance to town was about 15-20 min.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

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

Peace at the End of the Road

If you like going to the end of the road, this place is for you. Its location is incredibly serene and beautiful, perched just a few hundred yards from the edge of the Rio Grande gorge. The view alone could keep you captivated for many hours, but walk out the door and down into the gorge and you are soaking in hot springs and looking for bighorn sheep. The house itself was very user friendly and had everything needed for a comfortable stay. We appreciated that the kitchen was well appointed with new appliances. We enjoyed the wood stove during a November snow storm. The hosts were responsive, although we had all of the information we needed upfront and the property is very straightforward to access and navigate. Overall, this is wonderful place to unplug and reflect and relax. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024