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Unique Chimayo Village Adobe Casita on a wildlife pond between Santa Fe and Taos

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Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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Chimayo, NM

What's nearby

  • Santo Nino Chapel - 6 min drive
  • Lowlows Lowrider Art Place - 7 min drive
  • Santuario de Chimayo - 7 min drive
  • Cities of Gold Casino - 17 min drive
  • Nambe Falls - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Los Alamos, NM (LAM-Los Alamos County) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪La Cocina Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Unique Chimayo Village Adobe Casita on a wildlife pond between Santa Fe and Taos

Family-friendly guesthouse by the river
Unique Chimayo Village Adobe Casita on a wildlife pond between Santa Fe and Taos provides a garden and more. Active travelers can enjoy kayaking at this guesthouse. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Books, outdoor furniture, and games
  • Barbecue grills and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Unique Chimayo Village Adobe Casita on a wildlife pond between Santa Fe and Taos have thoughtful touches such as fireplaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and dining tables.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • Smart TVs with DVD players
  • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting, and kitchens

Property manager

Tom Engel

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: internet access

Things to do

  • Kayaking

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking please.

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Outdoor space

  • Deck or patio

More

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Unique Village Adobe Casita Wildlife Pond Between Santa Fe Taos
Unique Village Adobe Casita Wildlife Pond Between Santa Fe Taos

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Chimayo Village Adobe Casita on a wildlife pond between Santa Fe and Taos pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unique Chimayo Village Adobe Casita on a wildlife pond between Santa Fe and Taos?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique Chimayo Village Adobe Casita on a wildlife pond between Santa Fe and Taos?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique Chimayo Village Adobe Casita on a wildlife pond between Santa Fe and Taos located?

This family-friendly Chimayo guesthouse is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Chimayo Trading and Mercantile, Chimayo Museum and Santo Nino Chapel. El Potrero Trading Post and Santuario de Chimayo are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Unique Chimayo Village Adobe Casita on a wildlife pond between Santa Fe and Taos Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rev. Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Slice of Heaven!
We spent 2 weeks in this beautiful casita! We were looking for quiet and off the beaten path and that is exactly what we found here. Tom's hospitality was way above par... even offering help when our train was 5 hours late arriving. This is the perfect spot for wildlife enthusiasts, birders, writers, and those needing a break from the world's chaos. The kitchen was well equipped and clean, the king-bed extremely comfortable and the wi-fi reliable. Chimayo is centrally located between Taos, Santa Fe and Espanola, making day trips to historic and cultural sites easy, but you will need a vehicle! All in all, a great experience.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenai K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retreat at Chimayó
Beautiful quiet retreat at Tom’s Casita. It was wonderful to watch the wildlife and especially the hummingbirds. If you are looking for a relaxing spot away from the business and activity of Santa Fe, this is it! Also very close to the wonderful Rancho de Chimayó Restaurant—a hidden northern New Mexico gem.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was perfect, quiet, away from noise and traffic, convenient to places we wanted to visit. it was a joy to come back in the evenings and sit outside and relax
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward J O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Stay with Local Charm
This casita is connected to the main house but you have privacy. The owner is helpful and pleasant. The view of the pond was fun - we saw ducks, geese, birds, beavers, and a turtle, even in February. This is a small local community with some charming areas to explore and reasonable distance to other nearby attractions. We drove the high road to Taos, the Enchanted Circle, and back to Chimayo via the low road. Other nearby places we visited were Bandolier National Monument, Los Alamos, and an evening in Santa Fe to hear local musicians. Chimayo has a famous church, the restaurant Rancho de Chimayo, and is known for weaving. Cell service is poor throughout this area, but the wifi at the casita worked very well for one of us to work remotely, and we used wifi calling with no issues. The best part of our stay was the beauty of the area and living/meeting local residents. We learned so much about the local Chimayo chiles, and the whole area.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent base of operations
Excellent place with very attentive hosts. Close to Santa Fe, Taos, Los Alamos and hiking everywhere. Great place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Cynthia M., San Antonio, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Staying at the Beaver Pond in Chimayo
I gave this a 4 rating only because we were sitting under the heat dome, and simply trusting in adobe to keep us cool was not enough. IT was great fun visiting with Tom and his neighbors, watching the beavers build the damn, listening to frogs, we even saw a blue heron - huming birds and tons of other birds - Beautiful spot. Ant ehe heat some is not the host's fault. I was just too hot by the end of our time there which is just what it is these days. For my own sake, in future I will make sure wherever I go there is air conditioning. The hot weather was unexpected and unprecedented,
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

LYNNE D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded nature get away
The casita was bigger than expected & more secluded than expected. The one bedroom was king sized & roomy, more than just a bed. The bathroom was huge. The living room was set up so you could relax and look out over the pond. It was great seeing the beaver swim around at dusk, the frogs croaking & lots of birds- several hummingbirds flitted around. Nicely secluded so you didn't have traffic noise. No need for AC, the casita stayed nice & comfortable. Tom provided a helpful list of restaurants & the breezeway is filled with maps & information for lots of activities & places to see. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
PEACEFUL RETREAT
retreat for honoring my husband who passed away. much needed peaceful spiritual retreat . casita provided RRR and mediation under GOD much needed. Very peaceful casita to relax and enjoy birds of all kinds (got bird watching book.. loved them so much)! Look forward to coming back !!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding property and host
This was my second stay at Paradise Pond, and was even more enjoyable than the first. It's in a quiet setting with plenty of woodland to explore and lots of bird and wildlife activity on the pond, but just a quick hop to Santa Fe, and with easy access to Taos and Abiquiu/Ghost Ranch. The casita is spacious, well-equipped, and spotlessly clean. Tom is the perfect host, very friendly and always happy to make travel suggestions. There's also a nice library of maps, brochures, and books on the area that he shares with the guests. The best!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee M., Empire, MI USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
This is a peaceful, lovely place to stay. Tom was so helpful as we figured out where to go and what to see. Wonderful library of local sites. Great location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

pam e.

We had an enjoyable stay at Toms place. It was hard to find but it is a gem in it’s area.
We would like to return to this spot when the weather is a bit warmer and all the vegetation around the pond is greener. We were there in March. We enjoyed the wildlife and the privacy.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

han v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place ever
The house, the pond, the garden with all the birds, are just terrific. Close to many beautiful places in NM
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Solitude
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Great location, lots to see and do in the area or just stay and enjoy the setting, watching the ducks and geese on the pond. Tom was very helpful in recommending restaurants and places to go. Definitely would stay here again when in the area
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great escape
We were pleased with the property would prefer TV in bedroom , but was perfect to see sights in Santa Fe , Taos , and don't miss out on Bandelier
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pat T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty idyllic!
Ducks, beavers, the wandering house cat, and a stellar host!
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Get Away
We had a lovely stay at Tom’s casita during the balloon festival, and enjoyed every day even when rain changed our plans. The casita was charming and the location with the pond, wildlife, and beautiful sunsets was memorable. Tom was a great host and provided many amenities making our time there very comfortable. We look forward to visiting again in the future. Thanks, Tom!
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Celia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A very special experience
Tom is a great host and the property and the pond is very beautiful. We recommend it unreservedly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie S., Littleton, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
It was beautiful!! We loved the little pond right out the front door. It was secluded and not havin
We will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
We enjoyed watching the kingfishers, ducks, warblers and beavers! in the pond. The location outside Santa Fe was great. Thanks Tom!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic peaceful spot
We truly loved staying at the casita at Paradise Pond. The space was perfect with everything we needed. Having the pond right outside the door with active beaver, muskrat, and hummingbirds throughout our stay was amazing. It was so peaceful! Tom was a friendly and knowledgeable host. I would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

eldon p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gateway for me.
Great place. Tom was great and very knowledgeable about the surrounding areas. This was very helpful for me since I had never been in the area before. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Irene F.

Cannot beat the view!
Tom is very knowledgeable about his wild acreage, wildlife (the name goose was sitting on her nest, with poppa goose standing guard, turtles sunning on a log, even a beaver swimming on the surface of the pond) and Chimayo in general. While most everything contributed to a relaxing week, the pond makes this rental like none other. The sun drenched brick patio has comfy seating, from which to watch an unending natural world unfold. From sun up to sun down, it's hard to look elsewhere. The only downside, it was hard to leave the serene environment...even for easy day trips to Taos, Sante Fe and of course the church at Chimayo (a 5 minute drive). Quiet, scenic, unpretentious.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Husband And Wife Getaway
It was a beautiful place to stay at. Sitting outside watching the wildlife on the pond in the mornings while drinking coffee was the absolute best. Tom the owner was a big help with letting us know the history of the area and pointing us into the right directions of what we was planning to do while we stayed. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great anniversary get away for two!
Thank you , Tom, for being a great host at this wonderful casita by the pond. We loved to contemplate nature walking your property and gazing at the pond. We explored Chimayo area and it was an easy drive to Santa Fe to visit museums and shop! Bed was comfy and we loved the fireplace!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Serkan Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Romantic Getaway
We highly recommend staying at Paradise Pond! The Casita is equipped with all the amenities you could possibly need and is so charming, a true taste of New Mexico. The view of the pond every morning is priceless! The location is perfect for anyone interested in exploring nature in the nearby areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021