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Our adobe home boasts an inviting atmosphere, with traditional vigas beams overhead and earthen walls that tell stories of centuries past. Jackrabbit House is not "just" a rental property - it is our personal home. As such, you’ll find a heightened sense of homeyness and attention to detail during your stay.
The lower level features a cozy living area with a stone floor and gas fireplace, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring. Family heirlooms and items collected in our world travels are among the furnishings. Original artworks, including many by local artists, adorn the walls.
The efficient but well-equipped kitchen allows you to channel your inner chef and create delicious meals, though cleanup will require a little elbow-grease as there is no dishwasher. While we are not certain when the colorful hand-painted kitchen tiling and cabinetry date from, they are an iconic feature of the house.
A separate sitting and office area offer additional flexibility for whatever space needs you might have. This is perfect for those who like to travel while working from home.
The three-quarter bathroom features a shower and provides all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. The bathroom is off of the sitting/office area and not attached to the bedroom.
Ascend the iron spiral staircase to the second floor, where you'll find the spacious bedroom. Relax in the king-size bed with memory foam mattress. Cozy linens and two sets of pillows (one set firm and one set plush) ensure a restful night's sleep. A noise machine, overhead fan and light-blocking curtains accommodate a range of sleep styles.
The bedroom loft has a daybed that can provide sleeping space for an additional traveler.
Step outside the bedroom onto a private balcony. Sip your morning coffee with a view of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains mountains or enjoy an evening under the star-studded New Mexico sky. In the main shared courtyard, take your dinner under the cottonwood tree covering the property or enjoy a fire in the clay chiminea. NOTE: (BYOW) bring your own local firewood and fire starters.
Guest accessJackrabbit House is one of two rental units on the property, which is referred to as "Stova". The main courtyard and the parking area are shared, but the units are completely separate. Guests have private access to the entire 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom Jackrabbit House and private access to the balcony off of the bedroom.
Additional notesHeating/Cooling, Historic Building, Bugs & Children:
Like similar historic homes in northern New Mexico, Jackrabbit House does not have central heating or air conditioning. The house uses the gas fireplace and wall-mounted heaters to heat each room. The fireplace, which has an exposed metal exterior, must be operated with caution. In the spring of 2024, we will add an air conditioning unit (mini-split) to the bedroom. However, this is not yet installed.
Due to the historic nature of the property, certain features may reflect the charm of a bygone era, including uneven floors, varied door widths, small window openings, etc. We love these things about the home. Being made of adobe (literally, dirt), Jackrabbit House is integrated into the surrounding ecosystem, and therefore, harmless bugs often make their way inside.
Stova is attached on each side to the neighboring properties. The walls are three-feet thick adobe, so no sound comes through. But respect for our neighbors and the neighborhood is of utmost importance, and as such, outdoor quiet hours are required in the later evenings.
Jackrabbit House may not be appropriate for young children. Those specifically looking for the features of a newly constructed home or for a large outdoor space will probably prefer a different property.
Pet Policy:
Guests are not allowed to bring pets to Jackrabbit House. If we are on-site, you may see us with our small, low-shed Cavapoo dog.
Amenities:
Indoor Gas Fireplace and Outdoor Chiminea
Conveniently Furnished Kitchen
(but no dishwasher!)
Wi-Fi (cell phone signal tends not to work in the house because of the thickness of the adobe walls)
Smart TV
Washer and Dryer
Parking on Premises
Private + Shared Outdoor Space
Basic Outdoor Equipment (snowshoes and hiking poles)
Games and Books
Moccamaster Coffee Maker
Coffee, Tea, Non-Dairy Creamer & Sugar
Vegan-Friendly, High Quality Toiletries
Location:
Jackrabbit House’s prime location offers easy access to:
-San Francisco de Asis Church. This beautiful and much-depicted 18th century church is just a block away. In fact, Jackrabbit House and the surrounding homes were part of the original structures built as a fort around the church. The role of Ranchos de Taos as part of Taos’ larger history is a wonderful topic for further reading.
-Ranchos de Taos Plaza. The buildings surrounding the San Francisco de Asis Church offer limited, but authentic and satisfying, shopping, eating, and coffee options for locals and visitors alike.
-Taos Plaza. A 10-minute drive will take you to the heart of Taos, where you can explore galleries, shops, and indulge in the vibrant local dining scene.
-Taos Pueblo. Discover the millennia old traditions of the Tiwa community at this UNESCO World Heritage Site, only 15 minutes away.
-Outdoor Adventures. Embark on hiking, skiing, and mountain biking adventures in the nearby Taos Ski Valley or Carson National Forest.
Stova’s in-house visitor’s guide will give you recommendations for the best of eating, shopping and exploring in Ranchos, Taos and the surrounding areas.
Guest interactionWe split our time between Ranchos and Denver, Colorado, and so we most likely will not be on site during your stay. But we are an email, text or phone call away if you need any help or recommendations. We also have a team on the ground for cleaning and maintenance. Feel free to reach out to us at any time!
Neighborhood overviewLocated just a few miles southwest of Taos, the small community of Ranchos de Taos is nestled among mature cottonwoods and fruit trees with beautiful views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Ranchos is a quiet neighborhood of primarily permanent residents. Most walkable attractions are in the Ranchos Plaza around the San Francisco de Asís Church. Otherwise, Taos and its many sites are within easy driving distance. The Taos Plaza is an ~10 minute drive from Jackrabbit House.
Getting aroundParking for 1 car is provided on-site. Ranchos de Taos Plaza is one block away from Jackrabbit House and easily walkable. Other destinations within the neighborhood may be accessed on foot. However, this is a rural area and there are no sidewalks. Parking is generally easy to find in and around Taos except close to the Taos Plaza at peak hours.
