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Quit & Private nestled in a Pinion and Juniper forest. Monthly rentals only.

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Snow and ski sports
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4113 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

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Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Taos Plaza
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Kit Carson Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Earthships
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the area

Ranchos De Taos

With a stay at this vacation home in Ranchos De Taos, you'll be in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Taos Plaza and Carson National Forest. .This vacation home is 3.1 mi (5 km) from San Francisco de Asis Mission Church and 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Taos Country Club.
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What's nearby

  • San Francisco de Asis Mission Church - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Taos Historic Museums - 12 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Taos Plaza - 12 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Kit Carson Park - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Earthships - 17 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Antonio's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Trujillo's Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Five Star Burgers - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Quit & Private nestled in a Pinion and Juniper forest. Monthly rentals only.

Now GREEN, all Solar. No hidden fees. Easy booking. Get away from the Texas heat this Spring & Summer!
Wamsutta sheets for both bedrooms and Egyptian cotton towels for both bathrooms.
Enjoy a luscious private, pristine setting. Awaiting anyone looking for total peace and solitude in a high mtn desert setting.
Located just 3.5 miles east of State Rd. 68 "Paseo Del Pueblo Sur.”
1.5 Miles to the Ponce De Leon Springs, 4.5 Miles to Taos Country Club - 7 Miles South of Taos Plaza - 25 Miles to Taos Ski Valley - 29 miles to Angel Fire - 41 Miles to Red River - 65 Miles to Santa Fe - 5 miles from the south end of the Rio Grande River & the start of the Rio Grande del Norte National Monument.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. The bathroom with a shower/tub combination features a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

John Barnard

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Jetted
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Golf on site
  • Rafting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1220 sq ft (113 sq m)

Policies

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

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Property is also known as

Johnny "bs" Casita Nestled Middle Pinion Juniper Forest House
Johnny "bs" Casita Nestled Middle Pinion Juniper Forest
Johnny "bs" Casita Nestled Middle Pinion Juniper Forest House
Johnny "bs" Casita Nestled Middle Pinion Juniper Forest House
Johnny "bs" Casita Nestled Middle Pinion Juniper Forest
Monthly Rentals. Sept Oct Nov Available. Winter Season
Vacancy 7/20 7/30. Monthly Rentals. Sept Oct Nov Available
Quit Private Nestled in a Pinion Juniper Forest. Monthly Rentals

Quit & Private nestled in a Pinion and Juniper forest. Monthly rentals only. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best views. Awesome host!
We had the best time and John was an awesome host. This was our first time working away from home and taking some time off to enjoy the area. John was attentive but not intrusive. Very respectful of our privacy and at the same time we wanted for nothing. He’s got it down! And talk about a perfect location - best views in Taos while being within easy distance of town. The second we walked in the door, it felt like it had been our home forever. Excellent place to unwind, work, or both. Looking forward to next year so we can do it all over again. Thanks a million for the great experience John!

10/10 Excellent

Lauren A., Houston, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
More than perfect
My husband and I brought our 4 month old baby girl to stay for a month at John’s place. It was hands down the best month of the summer and the home/location was even better than expected. The pictures don’t do this place justice! We enjoyed the patio plus all the windows to watch the sun come up and go down each day over the mountains. Plus you’ll have the company of the hummingbirds during appropriate months. The rooms are spacious. The wi-fi and cell service was excellent as we were working from the house and never had an issue. Good grocery stores are within a 15-20 min drive. There’s an excellent restaurant Old Martina’s about 10 minutes away. So the house has the feel of privacy and seclusion yet it’s really not! John is an excellent host and easy to get ahold of. This house is a super 5 star for us!
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
So relaxing
A few miles out of Taos. Quiet, peaceful, excellent views of snow topped mountains, sage covered hills, and multitudes of stars. Very clean, nicely updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Kristin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ranchos de Taos
My family and I stayed at this property for 2 nights. The house was very clean amd the ammenties were great. John was great with the checkin process and communication. We had to leave early since our son had an allergic reaction to pet dander in the house. The property does state pet friendly. Make sure you have a suv...the entry road is rough.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is deluxe, and if Johnny isn't a superhost, he darn well should be!
The house is beautiful and has all the amenities a family could want. The surrounding landscape is serene and beautiful, and the 360 views are magnificent. You will NOT be disappointed!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Adriana C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cozy place
We really enjoyed our stay in Ranchos deTaos. The location was perfect for us. The casita is wonderful and has everything we needed. It’s very clean and well kept. The owner is very helpful and just simply the perfect host. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!!
This house was very clean and the views were so beautiful. I would defiantly stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Casita
What a wonderful stay! Immaculate home in a pleasant neighborhood with everything you could wish for at your fingertips. Wold gladly stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay
I am a repeat guest to this property, and would highly recommend it especially for anyone looking for a quiet place. Johnny B's is very neat, well organized and well equipped. Johnny is very easy to communicate with and quite attentive to his guests. The casita is in a quiet area, about a 20 minute drive to the center of town. The setting is very pretty and you will be able to watch the birds at the feeders. In the summertime the hummingbirds put on quite a show. I would note that you need to walk down a slight slope (with gravel) to the front door, possibly a factorfor someone with mobility issues. I will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rae T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent and quiet.
John was an exceptional host. He was an excellent communicator, provided very clear directions to the home and regularly checked-in throughout our stay. His home is very well kept with very nice finishes and amenities. The views are incredible off of the deck during both sunrise and sunset. Would highly recommend if you are looking for a place outside of town with peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., Los Alamos, New Mexico

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, peaceful home
We really enjoyed the home. Very clean and well equipped. The process for checkin and check out was seamless. Stunning views and really enjoyed the hummingbirds. Very peaceful, quiet retreat. It is not far from Taos plaza. We would definately stay there again and longer!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D., Amarillo

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Whole process was easy and great place to stay , owner is great , would highly recommend this home to anyone , you won’t be disappointed
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Radhi L., Denver, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely casita with a mountain view!
The house was so lovely. We loved the firepit and the view from the porch and the kitchen was well stocked! Our pup loved it there as well. Would definitely come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Enjoy the silence ... and the stunning views
I've been coming to Taos for twenty years, and I've stayed many different places. Johnny B's Casita is one of the very best. I'll be staying here again, and I'm recommending it to my friends here as well. The adobe house is new construction, superbly built – it has everything you want, nothing you don't. It's located in the middle of a beautiful forest with views of the mountains and the lights of the city below. All you hear is silence. If you're like me, you'll want to drink your morning coffee on the wrap-around deck and watch the sun rise over the mountains. Even though it's in a secluded location, it's not far from there thriving heart of Taos. You can have dinner at the Pizza Out Back and return to the solitude of the casita in 20 minutes. Did I mention that there's fast wifi?
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jared V., Dallas, TX

Wonderful place with an amazing host!
The casita was perfect for our little family of four over spring break! The house has everything you need and is thoughtfully furnished. The views: can’t be beat! John, the host, is super accommodating and was available to assist. Overall it was a wonderful experience that I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peggy D., Leander, TX USA

Johnny “B’s” was perfect!
We stayed at Johnny “B’s” over New Years. The house far exceeded our expectations. In addition to the very cozy house, we loved watching the birds on the feeders while it snowed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael H., Castle Rock

Great Relaxing Visit!
I would highly recommend John's casita outside of Taos. Well furnished and located in a semi-remote location (only mins from grocery, gas, etc.). Loved the scenery with the snow on the trees, places to hike and most importantly - it was quiet and peaceful! Would be back again. PS - Our dog loved the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sean F.

Very lovely stay
We had a lovely stay at Johnny’s place. He greeted us when we arrived, showed us around, and even had the heat on so we wouldn’t be cold. He was easy to get in touch with when we had questions, and was so helpful. The house was lovely, with a great view. He has bird feeders right outside the windows which were very cozy to watch in the morning while enjoying breakfast. Its not too far from the town center either. It was clean and well equipped, and there wasn’t anything we missed while staying here. We had a lovely stay at Johnny’s and would recommend anyone going to Taos, to stay here. Thank you very much, Johnny B :-)
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dennis L.

Humming Bird Haven
Very nice, new house and exceptional location if you want to be alone and have privacy. Humming birds were a nice touch.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Evan S.

Beautiful place!
This is a really neat place. It's clean, well-equipped, and offers gorgeous views. The location feels remote, but the drive to town is not bad. We loved watching the hummingbirds in the day and the stars at night. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Diana B., South Central Texas

WOW...this is an amazing space
I have stayed in numerous VRBO homes over the years.. but this little casita is TOPS! Immaculate, with views of the mountains, the valley, Taos at night, and the Milky Way, it is convenient to all of N New Mexico. The two bedrooms are comfortable with thoughtful extras. If you like to eat in, the kitchen has everything you will need to cook up a storm. The deck off the living room is a wonderful place to watch the sun come up....or go down.. as well as observe the behaviors of at least two dozen ravenous hummingbirds. You are 15 minutes to Taos Plaza, convenient to both the "low" and "high" roads to Taos/Sanrta Fe as well as the "Enchanted Circle" to Red River and Angel Fire. Or, an hour to the Rio Grande River Gorge State Park or Ojo Caliente. The home is about a mile or so off paved road so during some times of the year, a four wheel drive might be helpful....but generally speaking this should not be a problem, monsoon season did not effect our ability to get in or out of the neighborhood. And, if you are a dog-lover, the home is great for our fur faces and the community has lots of space for walks.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Excellent all around
We had a wonderful time staying at Johnny B's. The house is very secluded and quiet, which is just what we were looking for. The hummingbirds were voracious and I sometimes felt like my sole purpose in life was to refill their feeders, but that was part of the fun. Even during the uncharacteristically warm days, the house stayed comfortable with its ceiling fans and adobe-style construction.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Mary A. D.

Great New Mexican Casita
The house was comfortable for 2 couples. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. The hummingbird feeders assured us of entertainment from many active hummers. We had a great view and hiking trails. When we texted the owner, he was always helpful and replied immediately. The only problem was 1 mile of rough gravel road, which you travel every day! l will return, after it is paved.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen P., Hilliard, Ohio

Off the beaten path
We really enjoyed our stay here. It was a bit away from the congestion of town and had a beautiful view of the mountains. The kitchen was extremely well equipped and the beds were very comfortable and everything was neat and clean. I loved watching all the hummingbirds at the five feeders all times of the day too. I definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Z.

Beautiful views. Quiet spot close to a secluded hot spring.
Clean, spacious, beautiful home. Johnny B was easy to work with and we loved the place. Great experience. E sure to get directions to the Taos Pueblo hot spring hidden in the nearby woods, about a mile hike from the house.