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Laid-Back Luxury Chalet, great location near Pioneer beginner lift

Laid-Back Luxury Chalet, great location near Pioneer beginner lift

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Great room with TV/DVD and fireplace, sunset views
Kitchen with stainless counters, granite island, and seating for 3
Exterior view showing entry and spacious deck
Master bedroom with large custom view window
Exterior view with Ski Valley in background

Overview of Laid-Back Luxury Chalet, great location near Pioneer beginner lift

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8251 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Check out the area

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Taos Ski Valley, NM
  • Popular LocationWheeler Peak Wilderness Area1 min walk
  • Popular LocationTaos Ski Valley2 min walk
  • Popular LocationAl's Run Ski Lift11 min walk
  • AirportAngel Fire, NM (AXX)68 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Entry level bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

loft nook

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Entry Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Loft bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Main bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Laid-Back Luxury Chalet, great location near Pioneer beginner lift

Custom remodeled mountain home in the Village of Taos Ski Valley, short walk to ski trails (450 feet). Hear the calming sounds of the Rio Hondo creek from a large private deck with western views. The ultimate quiet, private retreat with easy access to ski valley amenities. The new Pioneer beginner lift allows access from the base area directly across from the chalet.

Three bedrooms, three bathrooms, 2700 sq. ft. Spacious enclosed loft with private sleeping/reading nook perfect for families and friends. Gourmet kitchen with granite island, fully-equipped for vacation entertaining or simple cooking. Radiant heat with high-efficiency fireplace.

Discover the best-kept ski secret in the west with no lift lines! Stunning western views of dramatic alpine valley in all seasons. Summer access to hiking trails, mountain biking, horseback-riding and Wheeler Peak wilderness and the newest wilderness area in the US, the Columbine/Hondo wilderness. Contact us for direct booking options.

Loft description
Loft: Main room is 20'x16', with separate 10'x4' sleeping/reading nook. Beds include bunk bed with double mattresses top and bottom, plus twin bed with trundle-bed that pulls out and up for another twin (together same size as king). Loft is enclosed and private from downstairs. Loft has full bathroom with separated sink and shower/tub/toilet areas, so one guest can have a private shower while access remains open to sink/prep. The cozy reading nook provides a quiet retreat, with a double futon for sleeping. Two full-size lounge chairs and dresser, along with two chairs and a table for small ones complete this perfect play/sleep space for families.
Main floor description
Main Floor: Entry into kitchen/ dining room, with an open floor plan. The dining table has two leaves, seats 8, and is perfect for group meals or family games. The kitchen has stainless steel counters with integrated farm sink, and top-end stainless appliances. The counter-depth fridge holds a week's worth of provisions and refreshments. The granite island has garnet accents that glow in the warm lighting, and halogen spotlights make for a bright, functional, modern entertaining space. Microwave, electric teapot, crockpot and blender are included, along with a coffee station (drip, not Keurig). The dining room opens into a great room with vaulted ceiling, including leather couch, love-seat and reclining chair. A high-efficiency fireplace pumps out heat and mountain charm. A game/puzzle table leads to the staircase to loft. Great room opens onto deck with panoramic western views.

Master bedroom (14'x12') with Serta queen pillowtop mattress and bathroom with oversize soaking tub complete the main floor. Custom window with grand western view from bed to private mountain vista. Private entry to deck with shaded portal from master bedroom.

Entry-level description
Initial entry into mudroom with lots of hooks and an oak bench (refinished oak pew from a historic church in Denver) for removing boots/gear. Stairs to main floor, and private 3rd bedroom on entry-level with shower/bathroom. Queen-size bed with comfortable Serta pillow-top mattress, and armoire/dresser that will hold your clothes and gear.

Keywords: ski chalet, mountain retreat

Property manager

Molly McBranch

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Mountain view
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Taos Ski Valley

Located in Taos Ski Valley, this holiday home is in the mountains. Taos Ski Valley and Red River Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Taos Ski Valley, NM

What's nearby

  • Wheeler Peak Wilderness Area - 1 min walk
  • Taos Ski Valley - 2 min walk
  • Al's Run Ski Lift - 11 min walk
  • Horseshoe Lake - 3 min drive
  • Williams Lake - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Taos Ale House - 13 min walk
  • The Bavarian Inn And Chalets Taos Ski Valley - 3 min drive
  • The Bavarian Lodge & Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • The Blonde Bear Tavern - 12 min walk
  • Black Diamond Espresso - 12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Laid-Back Luxury Chalet, great location near Pioneer beginner lift pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Laid-Back Luxury Chalet, great location near Pioneer beginner lift?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Laid-Back Luxury Chalet, great location near Pioneer beginner lift?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Laid-Back Luxury Chalet, great location near Pioneer beginner lift located?

Located in the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out holiday home in Taos Ski Valley is within a 5-minute walk of Wheeler Peak Wilderness Area and Taos Ski Valley, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Carson National Forest and Al's Run Ski Lift are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Vacation
Absolutely beautiful! First class accommodations, comfortable beds, complete kitchen perfect for cooking for a big family. We are a family of 8 with 4 young adult boys (16-21) -all in the loft with plentyof space, grandparents (80s) main floor bedroom, and my husband and I, in the nice quiet first floor bedroom. Everyday was hiking, fishing, golfing, rock climbing, rafting, kayaking, and everything was only a short drive from our base camp home! Best of all was the early evening on the deck with drinks and beautiful views as the backdrop to engaging conversations. I highly recommend this home. We hope to return!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andres G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2 family ski trip
Excellent for 2 families. Plenty of bathrooms. Hot water wasn’t an issue even when everybody showering after ski. Clean. Very comfortable with well equipped kitchen. 30 min walk to lift 1 base. 4wd IS NEEDED to access the driveway with snow
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
taos
as represented on site
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Lots of room!
Had a great stay. Hope to return to this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great ski chalet!
It was a great property! Very spacious and perfect location. Duncan was super responsive and helpful throughout our stay. I highly recommend this spot!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Molly McBranch

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We love the New Mexico outdoors, and skiing is our family activity in the winter.

Why they chose this property

The Village of Taos Ski Valley is a friendly mountain community that combines the best of American western wilderness with Austrian ski resort, with incredible access to winter and summer wilderness. This location is close to the center of the Village, with easy access to ski trails, yet in a very quiet and private setting away from ski valley traffic. Being directly across from the charming Rio Hondo creek offers year-round sounds of a mountain stream.

What makes this property unique

Taos Ski Valley is the premier ski destination in the west if you appreciate great snow, varied terrain including incredible steeps, while being immersed in the deep blue sunny skies of New Mexico. For the visitors who love art but not skiing, Taos and the nearby village of Arroyo Seco offer galleries and the historic Taos culture that seem a continent apart from the Austrian alpine setting of the ski valley, yet are only a short drive down the valley.
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