House in El Prado, New Mexico
OVERVIEW
Welcome to Casa del Solecito, a bright three-bedroom home in peaceful El Prado, just north of Taos and on the way to Taos Ski Valley and Arroyo Seco. Gather in the open great room, cook in the full kitchen, and spread out in a huge downstairs game and media lounge with theater seating, air hockey, foosball, and arcade play. Outside, soak in the private hot tub and take in sweeping views of the Sangre de Cristo mountains. Sleeping eight across a king, a queen, and a double twin room with a sofa sleeper in the living room, Casa del Solecito is a relaxed, cozy basecamp for families and groups exploring northern New Mexico.
Casa del Solecito, the "Little House of the Sun", sits in El Prado on a fenced lot with open high-desert and mountain views. Vaulted ceilings and big windows keep the home bright, and an easy indoor-outdoor flow leads from the great room to a covered deck and a private hot tub.
The real showstopper is the relaxing jacuzzi hot tub under the starlit mountain sky as you soak your worries away. For the fun inside, the downstairs game and media lounge has a theater-style seating around a large TV, plus arcade games with both air hockey and foosball tables. The great room quickly becomes the gathering spot with it's vaulted ceilings and electric fireplace perfect for setting the mood for a cozy evening watching movies or playing board games. This is the kind of space that keeps a group happy after a day on the mountain or in town.
Key Features
• Sleeps 8 guests
• 3 bedrooms | 2 full bathrooms
• Private hot tub with mountain views
• Large game and media room: TV, air hockey, foosball, arcade, theater seating
• Open great room with full kitchen and dining
• Covered deck and fenced yard with a BBQ grill
• Sweeping Sangre de Cristo mountain and high-desert views
• Washer and dryer, central heating, air conditioning
• Between Taos and Taos Ski Valley, near Arroyo Seco
Sleeping Arrangements
Total occupancy: 8 guests
Primary Bedroom features a king bed with an en-suite bathroom.
Second Bedroom features a queen bed.
Third Bedroom features two twin beds, which can be put together as a King by request.
Living Room offers a queen pull out couch.
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms, including the primary en-suite and a full bath with a walk-in shower. Standard bath amenities are provided, including shampoo, conditioner, soap, and fresh towels.
Kitchen & Living
The full kitchen has stainless appliances and everything you need to cook in, opening to a dining table for six and a comfortable great room with leather seating and a smart TV. A washer and dryer are on hand for longer stays.
Game & Media Room
Upstairs, a spacious game and media lounge brings everyone together with theater-style seating, a large TV, air hockey, foosball, and arcade games.
Outdoor Space
Unwind on the covered deck with mountain views, fire up the BBQ grill, and soak in the private hot tub under the northern New Mexico sky. The lot is fenced with outdoor seating and room to relax.
Surrounding Area
Casa del Solecito sits in El Prado, a quiet pocket of northern New Mexico between the town of Taos and Taos Ski Valley.
Nearby favorites include:
• Taos Ski Valley and world-class skiing and hiking
• The historic Taos Plaza, galleries, and restaurants, a few minutes south
• Arroyo Seco village and its shops and eateries
• The Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, Earthships, and high-desert trails
★☆Locally Rooted, Elevated Hospitality☆★
We're Sierra Sol Elevated Stays, a locally rooted team serving northern New Mexico. We believe a stay should be more than just a place to land. It should feel personal, seamless, and connected to the beauty and spirit of this special place.
From booking to departure, we're here with thoughtful support, clear communication, and trusted local guidance to help you settle in, feel cared for, and make lasting memories in Taos and beyond.
Guests have access to the entire home, the covered deck, and the private hot tub.
Self check-in details will be provided before arrival.
Parking is in front of the home, with space for three vehicles.
El Prado is a quiet residential area in northern New Mexico, just north of the historic town of Taos and on the way to Taos Ski Valley, near the village of Arroyo Seco.
A car is recommended for exploring Taos and the surrounding area. The town of Taos and its Plaza are a few minutes south, Taos Ski Valley is about a 30 minute drive, and Albuquerque International Sunport is roughly 2.5 hours away. If traveling to the ski valley, it's recommended to use AWD or 4x4 during the winter season.
- Check-in begins at 4:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM.
- Quiet hours are 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
- Maximum occupancy is 8 guests; only registered guests are permitted.
- Minimum age to book is 25.
- This home is not pet-friendly.
- No smoking, parties, or events.
- The home is on a septic system; please flush only toilet paper.
- Please follow all posted hot tub guidelines for a safe soak.
Permit info: STR-2026-0053
You must be 25 years or older to rent this property.