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Casa Azul/Charming Downtown Casita

Cottage in Taos with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior detail
Interior
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Casa Azul offers a serene retreat in downtown Taos, with private parking and a short walk to the Plaza. This charming casita is furnished with unique antiques, original Taos art, and whimsical touches throughout its cozy living room with gas log stove, well-equipped kitchen featuring random tile counters.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 265 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
The current price is ¥25,912
¥56,166 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22

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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.

Property amenities

Ski

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

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • 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

Similar properties

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

Rules

$10 per night per dog pet fee. Mutt mitts and dog sheets provided

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Casa Azul/charming Downtown Casita House Taos
Casa Azul/charming Downtown Casita Taos
Casa Azulcharming Casita Taos
Casa Azul Charming Casita Taos
Casa Azul/charming Downtown Casita Taos
Casa Azul/charming Downtown Casita Cottage
Casa Azul/charming Downtown Casita Cottage Taos

About the neighborhood

Map
NM, Taos

What's nearby

  • Harwood Museum of Art - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • 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
  • 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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Alley Cantina - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Azul/Charming Downtown Casita pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Casa Azul/Charming Downtown Casita?

As of Nov 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa Azul/Charming Downtown Casita on Nov 21, 2025 start from ¥25,912, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Casa Azul/Charming Downtown Casita?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Azul/Charming Downtown Casita?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa Azul/Charming Downtown Casita located?

Located in the heart of Taos, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Historic Ledoux Street, Harwood Museum of Art, and Blumenschein Home and Museum. Harwood Foundation Museum and Navajo Gallery are also within 10 minutes.

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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

10/10 Excellent

Juliann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Jilly

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Anne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Taos

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

10/10 Excellent

Trisa U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Joseph E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Taos

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

10/10 Excellent

troy a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

8/10 Good

Norman W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Perry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location in downtown
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rawn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Tony M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Timothy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice casita, enjoyed our time in Taos

Very nice time in Taos, great rental
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candice D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Cara-Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Sherri R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Dog Friendly Get Away

Loved this beautiful place! We hope to return again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place

Casa Azul is a nice little get away. It is close to the plaza and has everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

Casa Azul was the perfect spot for us in Taos. A quiet place to relax close and convenient to the plaza and everything else. We loved the outdoor space and Melissa's creative and funky designs inside and out. We'd definately stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Taos (trip from Michigan to Arizona

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reed O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Overall the place was quiet and clean. Proximity to the square was awesome and made everything in walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael and sue b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Casa azul

Clean, comfortable, good for short term stays.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024