Title: Casita inside an oasis amidst the New Mexico desert; Close to Santa fe and Taos Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Casita inside an oasis amidst the New Mexico desert; Close to Santa fe and Taos Holiday home in Espanola with kitchen ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96400000/96395800/96395751/7f7d7ee7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96400000/96395800/96395751/c384204f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96400000/96395800/96395751/f5bd44d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96400000/96395800/96395751/d8eb2719.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96400000/96395800/96395751/ea3e2014.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the picturesque La Puebla valley, Casa Paraiso offers a tranquil retreat. Experience modern chic decor inspired by Northern African and Santa Fe architecture, enjoy an enclosed private backyard, and savor fresh eggs from the property's flock of chicken. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3 ## Popular amenities ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Casita inside an oasis amidst the New Mexico desert; Close to Santa fe and Taos CASA PARAISO Secluded in one of the most beautiful valleys in New Mexico, this unique retreat property is an easy 25 minute drive from downtown Santa Fe and 40 minutes from Taos. The La Puebla valley has several aquifers which allows us to maintain a splendid orchard with 60 fruit trees of different varieties and a gorgeous multi-season flower garden. Casa Paraiso is the creation of husband team, Giancarlo Solimano and Kurt Schmidt, who purchased the property 9 years ago and transformed it into a true oasis in the middle of the New Mexico desert. It is one of those magical places where the world simply slips away once entering its boundaries. It is not only an air B n B destination but an immersive retreat space where one can truly decompress from city life. The accommodation - Casita #1 - is a 500 square feet studio with the living/kitchen area separated from the bedroom and bathroom. The modern chic organic decor of this casita, inspired by Northern African and Santa Fe architecture creates a sense of relaxation and an intimate connection to the environment. The casita also features an enclosed private backyard where guests can relax and enjoy outdoor privacy. The kitchen window faces the extensive orchard and picturesque barn. Kurt, who was raised in an organic farm in Michigan has created a sustainable homestead on the nearly 2 acres of the property, by practising regenerative principles. Casa Paraiso's extended family includes a flock of chicken, sheep, a parrot name "birdie" and our sweet dobermann Farah. We provide our guests with in season veggies, fruits and eggs every morning… Giancarlo studied design in NYC and has transformed the original 1940s adobe structure of Casita #1 into a modern designer environment where guests can experience a unique and stunning decor. Guests have access to beautiful outdoor features. such as an asian-inspired koi pond area for sitting and contemplating or an outdoor dining area with a grill in the lush grassy orchard. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22210000/22203100/22203003/7a735847.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Unique Chimayo Village Adobe Casita on a wildlife pond between Santa Fe and Taos Chimayo - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available - Laundry 9.8 Exceptional 131 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=22203003&PinnedHotelID=22203003&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92460000/92452100/92452058/w1024h679x0y2-b2771782.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful Suite in Desert Inn- Acoma Queen Room Ojo Caliente - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews £179 includes taxes & fees 26 Oct - 27 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=92452058&PinnedHotelID=92452058&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33909200/33909176/270-4ff86fac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Remodeled 150 Year old Adobe, In historic New Mexico Village Truchas - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 86 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=33909176&PinnedHotelID=33909176&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22320000/22318700/22318641/35f18cd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Feed your soul with a unique Northern NM experience with this exquisite Adobe Ohkay Owingeh - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 53 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=22318641&PinnedHotelID=22318641&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119610000/119601500/119601479/9f79b5a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Centrally-located, sweeping mountain views! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=35.989758,-106.004814&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:acuzE%60a_fS%3FS%3FQ%3FS%40S%3FQ%40S%40S%40Q%40SBQ%40S%40QBSBQBQBSBQDQBQDSDQBQDQDOFSDOFQFQDOFOFQFOFQHMFQHMFOHMHOHOHMHMHOJMJMHKJMJKHMLKHKLMJKJIJKLIJKLILILIJILGLILGLGNGLGLGLENELGLENELENCNELCNCLCNCNANCLANANANAN%3FNAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40L%40N%40N%40LBN%40NBNBLBNBNDLBNDLDNDLFLDNDLFLFLFNFJFLHLFLHLHJHLHLJJJLHJHJJJLJJJJJLJJJLHJJLHLHNHLJLHNHNFLHNFLHPFLFPHNFPFNDNFPDPFNDRDNDPDPDPBRDPBPDP%40RBPBPBRBP%40R%40P%40RBP%3FR%40R%40P%3FR%40R%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FPAR%3FRAPAR%3FRCPARAPARCRCPCRCPAREPCPEPCPEPEREPENEPGPEPGNEPGNGNIPGNGNINGNINGLINILKNILINIJKLILKLKJKLKJKJKJKJKJMHKJMJMHKFMJMFMHMHKDOHMFMFMDOFMDMFODMBODMDODOBMBOBO%40OBM%40OBO%40M%3FO%40O%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOAOAO%3FOAMCOAOCOAMCOCMCOEOEMEOCMEMGOEMGMEMGOGMGMGMIMIKGMKMGMIKKMIKKKKKKMKIKMKIMKKKMIMKMKKIOIMIOIMIOIMGOIOGOIOGOGQGOGOEQGOGQEQGQEOEQCSEQEQCQEQCQCSCQCSCQASASCQASAQASAS%3FQAS%3FS%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RMJGRzVGbqjqNADI96mWMmMvg9U=) Española, NM #### What's nearby - Presbyterian Espanola Hospital - 12 min drive - 5.8 miles - Santuario de Chimayo - 13 min drive - 6.7 miles - Lowlows Lowrider Art Place - 14 min drive - 7.4 miles - Cities of Gold Casino - 15 min drive - 9.7 miles - Buffalo Thunder Resort and Casino - 20 min drive - 12.7 miles #### Getting around - Los Alamos, NM (LAM-Los Alamos County) - 31 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪La Cocina Restaurant - ‬10 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Casita inside an oasis amidst the New Mexico desert; Close to Santa fe and Taos pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Casita inside an oasis amidst the New Mexico desert; Close to Santa fe and Taos? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Casita inside an oasis amidst the New Mexico desert; Close to Santa fe and Taos? > Checkout is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is Casita inside an oasis amidst the New Mexico desert; Close to Santa fe and Taos located? > Situated in Espanola, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Chimayo Trading and Mercantile, Rio Grande and Chimayo Museum. Bond House Museum and Tesuque Peak Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Casita inside an oasis amidst the New Mexico desert; Close to Santa fe and Taos Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea P. 30 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique and full of life Gorgeous is the winter but I would like to see it in every season 🙌 ##### Andrea P. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023