Casa Carlos Authentic Historic Adobe -Walk to Plaza -Hot Tub- Mini Split A/C

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9.9Outstanding
(135 Ratings)
"Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I ..."
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9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(135 Ratings)

House in Taos, NM

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

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About this house rental

This is a lovely 2 bedroom 1 bath property. Large King bedroom, 2nd bedroom with queen bed, luxurious bath with oversized shower, living room, dining room, kitchen with laundry, outdoor walled garden with hot tub, deck/patios and pond. This property is no longer pet friendly.

200 year old Casa Carlos will feature a 1 ton 12,000 BTU mini split air conditioner beginning in May 2024!

Town – 3 blocks to Taos Plaza, 18 miles to Taos Ski Valley. Easy walk to shops, restaurants and galleries. National Register of Historic Places. Professionally landscaped and enclosed yard.

Casa Carlos, dating to the early 1800s, is one of the few properties in Taos available for rental that is listed in both the National Register of Historic Places (United States Department of Interior) and the New Mexico State Register of Cultural Properties. The former home and studio of Charles “Carlos” Berninghaus, a noted Taos artist and son of Oscar Berninghaus, who was one of the founders of the Taos art colony in the 1920s. This beautiful example of an adobe casita was authentically restored and beautifully landscaped by its former owner, the founder of Taos’ El Monte Sagrado Resort. The interior, exterior and grounds have been carefully preserved and methodically tended to make this home a treasure for returning guests who call Casa Carlos their “home away from home”. A complete, historically sensitive renovation of all interior spaces was completed in 2020. A rare feature for a Taos vacation rental is the home’s private walled garden, which features a gorgeous pond, trickling water, shade trees, diverse and flowering plant life, visits from many beautiful varieties of birds and butterflies, and a grassy area. A private hot tub, multiple seating areas, an outdoor gas grill, and exterior lighting are also features of the garden. The current owners have refurnished the home in colonial period Mexican, Indian, Indonesian/Dutch, Romanian and California Rancho Monterey antique furnishings, as well as original art and print photography from Mexico and the Southwest.
The home features a beautiful King bedroom, and a 2nd bedroom containing a queen size bed, a mock kiva fireplace and historic charm.

The home is an easy stroll into town and Taos Plaza for meals, or utilize the home’s fully equipped modern kitchen to dine in, or grill outside and dine al fresco in the garden. The home is stocked with games, puzzles, playing cards/ poker chips, books, DVDs/movies, vinyl records and turntable, and cable/Blue Ray entertainment system for family time and relaxation in the beautifully furnished living area, which features coved viga ceilings, a kiva fireplace, and abundant natural light.

Additional architectural features include historically preserved coved and viga ceilings throughout, a gas kiva fireplace, custom ironwork, vintage Spanish Colonial lighting, radiant heated Saltillo tile floors, 3 foot thick 200 year old adobe walls, vintage and historical doors, and custom made cement tilework from San Luis Potosi, Mexico in the kitchen and bathroom.

Casa Carlos will restore your senses and “recharge your batteries” in a gorgeous and authentic home of history, character, and Northern New Mexican charm. “Nuestra casa es su casa/Our home is your home”.

3 night minimum/ 5 night minimum during Peak Winter (xmas/NY)

Town of Taos STR permit number 2018-105

Amenities at Casa Carlos Authentic Historic Adobe -Walk to Plaza -Hot Tub- Mini Split A/C

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(135 Ratings)
8.0 / 10.0Excellent·Oct 2025
Awesome location with some views. The space was beautiful inside and out.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Oct 2025
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is a wonderful house that is cozy, comfortable and has all the amenities you need. The house is so interesting with all the art to enjoy and the amazing backyard with hot tub. I would definitely recommend this property.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2025
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed at Casa Carlos many times. We absolutely love it. We were able to enjoy the backyard and find our Peace. Thank you for sharing your home. We will be back!
5.0 / 10.0·Jun 2022
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Casa Carlos is an amazing collision of early 19th century adobe architecture and modern luxury. That is, classic thick adobe walls, arched entrances, and vigas meet a hot tub under the stars, large walk-in shower, and radiant-heated Saltillo tile floors. For a home that is somewhere in the neighborhood of 200 years old, it has been lovingly restored with meticulous attention to detail. The décor is simply lovely as is the high desert lush oasis found in the backyard. The bed is very comfortable, and the kitchen is well equipped and a joy to cook in. Situated in a historic neighborhood on a slight rise, it is an easy 10-minute walk to the Taos Plaza. This is our second week-long stay and we’re angling to return in the future.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Casa Carlos Authentic Historic Adobe -Walk to Plaza -Hot Tub- Mini Split A/C. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Casa Carlos Authentic Historic Adobe -Walk to Plaza -Hot Tub- Mini Split A/C pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Casa Carlos Authentic Historic Adobe -Walk to Plaza -Hot Tub- Mini Split A/C?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.


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