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Casa Azul/Charming Downtown Casita

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Exterior detail
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, DVD player, books, video library

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 265 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Taos, NM
  • Place, Taos Historic Museums
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Taos Plaza
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kit Carson Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Taos

A stay at this cottage places you in the heart of Taos, within a 5-minute walk of Historic Ledoux Street and Harwood Museum of Art. .This cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Taos Historic Museums and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Taos Plaza Theater and Arts Center.

What's nearby

  • Taos Historic Museums - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Taos Plaza - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Taos Plaza Theater and Arts Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • D.H. Lawrence Ranch - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kit Carson Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Smith's Fuel Center - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tomorrow and Tomorrow - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Alley Cantina - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Aji Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Casa Azul/Charming Downtown Casita

This charming and private casita is perfect for one - three guests. It's a short walk (three blocks to the downtown Plaza) with on site parking. It has been totally remodeled and renovated by me with new windows, bath and kitchen complete re do.
Casa Azul is furnished in my always popular "Melissiana Style" which is antiques, Consignment Store and Estate Sale treasure, all original Taos art and of course my sense of whimsy throughout!
You enter down a flagstone pathway to your cozy little house. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you might need. I always say that if I don't have it, you won't need it! Refrigerator and gas stove with oven. Great random tile counters and I do have so much fun re purposing kitchen cabinets...
The living room has a loveseat sofa sleeper with a gel foam mattress for one with all bedding, coffee table and entertainment cabinet. I put in a corner gas log stove for heat and wonderful ambiance. Just like a wood burning stove, but no logs or ashes to deal with.
There is an equipale (Mexican style) table and two chairs. Bright, fun and festive dishes with nice big coffee mugs.
The bathroom is totally re done with random tiles and all amenities.
The bedroom has a tongue and groove wood floor that I "played" with after a staining mishap. (Don't believe you can stain and seal with one product and don't stain boards outside on a hot/sunny day!) Queen bed, good reading lights of course. There is a closet complete with cozy robes and a dresser.
There is a totally private rear landscaped walled back courtyard garden with table/chairs and a BBQ. The patio is flagstone with a large shade structure. As with all my properties Casa Azul is dog friendly I provide dog sheets for furniture and bed as well as mutt mitts for clean up. Dog fee is $10 per dog per night which may be left upon departure.
This casita is part of a compound with a main house (Casa Grande VRBO 860840) with three bedrooms/two baths and another Casita (Casa Verde Vrbo 920144) one bedroom available. All can be rented separately or can sleep a group of 2. Each space has a private entry and private wall garden courtyard. The only space that is shared is the full laundry room which is available for all guests. All have off street parking.
This entire downtown compound was featured on the 2017 Taos Home & Garden Tour. On a Saturday in August I got to show off my style to 500 tour goers!
If Casa Azul is booked for your dates please look at Casa Verde Vrbo 920144 which is very similar and in the same compound.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. 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 amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Private walled courtyard

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: twin sofa sleeper in LR

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 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

Property is also known as

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Casa Azul/Charming Downtown Casita Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 117 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Leighayn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely small home, very cozy. Super convenient location, close to Plaza. Kitchen very well stocked with spices/condiments.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janis B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, clean, wonderful artwork, immediate responses from owner for our questions.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jilly

Liked: Cleanliness
Spent a splendid week and a half at Casa Azul — a very special place! Mere blocks from Taos Plaza, yet very quiet and private. All modern appliances in kitchen and bathroom, with lovely design touches throughout. Beautiful and large back patio. Melissa is very helpful and responsive. I can’t recommend Casa Azul more highly and would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliann B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved Casa Azul

A totally relaxing and fun stay. A quiet neighborhood on an ultra-quiet street. Within easy walking distance to the plaza for great eats and to a grocery store. Casa Azul is small, but just right for two adults and a boxer dog who enjoyed herself as much as we did. A clean, comfortable and well-stocked dog-friendly home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Norman W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Its location was perfect, a couple of minutes walk from the plaza and the shops and the Main Street through Taos. The property was a lovely older casita. It was nicely decorated with really nice back yard. The appliances were old but worked fine. Melissa was incredibly responsive and helpful with the few questions we had. My only reservation was that the bed seemed small, even for a queen, and the mattress was OK, at best. Overall, it was an excellent place to stay and visit Taos.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Casa Azul is centrally located: less than a 10-minute walk to Toas' Plaza. It was charming and it was clear that whoever designed the interior paid a lot of attention to details. She even had coffee and coffee filters available. Only complaint: the operation of the TV was confusing, and we were unable to ever get it to work properly. I would, however, highly recommend Casa Azul. Our stay was delightful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness

A place away but yet so near so near

This is an adorable cozy property just a 10 minute walk to downtown Taos. It is quirky, beautiful, comfortable with a lovely outside space for enjoying the season. Don’t be a fool , rent this place!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable and fun!

Loved our stay! Very cute accommodations and close to everything. Melissa has a knack for decorating and made the space so cozy and welcoming! Will definitely return to Taos!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Taos

Our first visit to Taos, had a marvelous time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisa U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming, artsy, cozy little house in the heart of Taos.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this comfortable, art filled house.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth d., Augusta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to relax

We enjoyed our short stay at the condo. The courtyard was perfect! We were able to walk to restaurants and the plaza so it was very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Really cute!

We stayed in Casa Azul for two nights. Melissa has thought of everything—or doggie used the do blankets, we enjoyed the yard and the short walk to the square. Taos is a great place to visit and this property was darling.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

troy a.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Home Close to Town Center

Everything was as advertised. Good for a family of 2 or 3. Within walking distance from the square. Nice stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph E., Albuquerque

Liked: Cleanliness

Taos

Place was awesome, convenient, clean and we highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rawn J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding

This place is definitely as advertised. Quiet, nice area. We were able to walk to dinner. Owner was responsive and accomodating. It'll be our first choice again next winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice D., Boulder, colorado

Liked: Cleanliness

Casa creative

Melissa has created/curated a lovely casita in the heart of Taos. Easy walking distance to the plaza with all the shops and restaurants. Casita was very clean and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Camilla A.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judi D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Taos (trip from Michigan to Arizona

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara-Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute getaway

Had a great time at this property. Had everything we needed and was in a perfect location. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Grateful to stay

Excellent location, very cozy, quiet, comfortable ... I want to return ... same place ... same everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay

The property is spacious and near downtown. We had a lovely time. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great location in downtown
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Clell B.

Two nights

Very roomy, excellent natural lighting, good location. needs minor repair and cleaning (especially the covered patio)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it!!

Better than expected, this was the perfect hideway for my solo adventure. Loved the art and decor, the private patio, restful and peaceful vibe. Couldn’t be happier ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute little "bungalow" in Taos

Really cute little "bungalow" in Taos. Perfect size for a couple. Looks like about 3 of these "bungalows" on the same property, but all separate. Very nicely decorated. Very clean. We did not cook in the kitchen, but it was nicely laid out, included everything you would need. Bedroom and bathroom were clean and comfortable. The host (Melissa) had all the details in our hands prior to arrival - no issues there at all. A few details though - there is no AC (central or window). It was not specifically listed as included or not included in the listing. Might not be a big deal during most of the year in Taos, but the 3 days that we were there were really hot. The ceiling fans helped a little, but it never got below 80F in the house during our stay, even at night. There is not much seating in the living room - only one small loveseat, and two kitchen table chairs. Even for just a couple, we were basically sitting on top of each other in the evening. The location was great to get to the Taos Plaza area. Just a couple of minute drive. Not really walkable though - particularly at night (no sidewalks on the road, no streetlights). But also a good location to get to around to everything in Taos and the surrounding areas. Would definitely stay here again (although maybe not at the height of summer)!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024