Coyote Mountain cabin retreat, serene exclusive privacy in the tall pines

Top rated by guests
Nestled at "almost top of the mountain" with only Mother Nature's sounds and extraordinary panoramic views
(5 NIGHT MINIMUM DURING WINTER MONTHS)
Solid Ash cabinets with hand rubbed solid black walnut counters
Kitchen serving bar, stainless fridge, French door walk out to wilderness
Dining view to front patio and into kitchen
South west views from upstairs 360 degree panoramic "look out"
review stars
9.3Outstanding
(48 Ratings)
"The perfect mountain getaway. Gated, private drive, one-track, 4wd road up a secluded, top notch adobe house for 1 to 4 people. Take provisions and never leave. You will enjoy solitude, real peace ..."
Greg F.
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9.3 / 10
Outstanding(48 Ratings)

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4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

About this house rental

Arroyo Seco - Valdez Valley - 9 Miles to Taos Ski Valley 10 Miles to Taos Village


A jewel in the woods and privately nestled one mile above the Rio Hondo Valley with spectacular views in all directions; mountains to the north and east, the Taos Valley to the south and west. Coyote Mountain retreat, meticulously custom designed and built, is owned by an L.A. TV producer and is ideal as a writing retreat or honeymoon getaway.

Unusual attention has been given to detail from unique ash cabinets and micaceous mud walls to antique light fixtures and mission oak furniture. French doors to the covered porch on the south and the brick patio on the north invite you to extend your living space out into nature.

A summer bonus in the owner's words: "We have a portable fan that has never used. I have to say, up here at 8000 feet, We've yet to miss any cooling device in 12 years."

This very special Taos luxury cabin speaks to the most discriminating of guests looking for a total peaceful, serene getaway with absolutely no intrusion from the outside world. The locked gate 1 mile below the property insures that not even a car will drive past your retreat!

Sleeping Arrangements:
1 Bedroom on ground floor with a double bed
2nd floor "look out" room has a double fold down leather sofa

4x4 required in winter and recommended spring, fall and summer
There is a mile-long dirt access road – a couple of steep parts, requiring reliable low gear going up, and solid brakes and vigilance going down.

Amenities at Coyote Mountain cabin retreat, serene exclusive privacy in the tall pines

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.3 / 10
Outstanding(48 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2024
The perfect mountain getaway. Gated, private drive, one-track, 4wd road up a secluded, top notch adobe house for 1 to 4 people. Take provisions and never leave. You will enjoy solitude, real peace and quiet with fantastic views (I never saw another person off-road). Or, it’s close enough to enjoy dining in Arroyo Seco and Taos. Yes, you will hear coyotes at night and see local animals. Thank you for building this place. I’ll be back!
8 / 10Excellent·Aug 2024
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is the second time we stayed at Coyote Mountain. Eight years past but nothing had really changed. the house has the same feel, away from everything. the road is still a little challenging but worth the drive. Views are amazing. Quiet time, you can hear the bees humming. Kitchen is well stocked. The main bed is still tiny. The bathtub a treat in this dry land. We love the place and hopefully will come back soon.
8 / 10Excellent·Jul 2024
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had rented for three nights and left after one.Some personal issues came up.I had forgotten how small a double bed was.One thing missing was no hair dryer or TV, they were not listed in amenities so that’s on me.When I asked about internet, I was told that most people have smart tv’s and use the internet, so I assumed there was a TV.We did have ant’s in the kitchen when we were unloading the minimal amount of refrigerated items on the counter.As stated in the offering the road is rough but not as bad as some.The location was good, quiet with views. Not as remote as I thought it would be.The people that managed the property were very responsive with texting and phone.Probably some of the best I have come across in this field. Offered to bring up a hairdryer and ant spray, we told them that was not necessaryOther than the ants the house was fine..
5 / 10·Oct 2020
This property is exquisite - my husband and initially rented this house for 3 nights on a whim, and ended up extending our stay by 3 more nights because we enjoyed it so much. Here's why:1. Location: The house is located in what essentially feels like your own private national park, with crisp, clean air, wooded hills, walking trails, and a breathtaking view of the valley below. It was so remote, quiet and tranquil that we felt completely renewed after staying there.2. The house itself is a work of art. The attention to detail in the wordwork, lighting, fireplaces, fixtures, appliances, etc is top notch. You can tell that building and decorating this home was a labor of love (and artistry). One of our favorite things was the refurbished and very cool antique gas stove, which worked like a charm. 3. The hospitality of the owners - staying here didn't feel like staying in some random and generic vacation listing - it felt like being given the privilege of staying in someone's very lovely home. The owners are very generous about letting you use their supplies, and there was an enormous stack of firewood laid in for us. Everything from the plates to the linens to the condiments in the fridge were so nicely appointed that we almost felt bad using them!Overall, it felt more like staying in a luxury spa than a simple vacation rental, and we would love the chance to stay again!A couple of things to note:The dirt road leading to the house is steep and twisty, and should not be attempted for the first time in the dark (especially if it is snowy/icy!)The bed is only a full, and the mattress is on the extra firm side, so if your back likes a softer mattress, you may want to go ahead and use the high-quality airbed that they provide (we wish we had gone ahead and done this). The owners provide a white binder full of instructions about the house - it's a bit overwhelming to go through when you first arrive, but has necessary info that you need to know before you attempt to light the fire.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Coyote Mountain cabin retreat, serene exclusive privacy in the tall pines. 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 Coyote Mountain cabin retreat, serene exclusive privacy in the tall pines pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Coyote Mountain cabin retreat, serene exclusive privacy in the tall pines?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.