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
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2800 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
The current price is £252
£252
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cottage 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 to cover loveseat and bed as well as mutt mitts for clean up. Dog fee is $10 per dog per night which should be added at time of booking. If you choose to stay more than 30 nights I offer a generous 50% discount and $100 per pet per stay fee. 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: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Smart TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
No lift
Single level property
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
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
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
$10 per night per dog pet fee. Mutt mitts and dog sheets provided
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on 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
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 Registration Number STR-00150
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
Casa Azul/charming Downtown Casita House Taos
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Casa Azul Charming Casita Taos
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Casa Azul/charming Downtown Casita Cottage Taos
About the area
Located in Taos, this cottage is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kit Carson Park and Carson National Forest, while Taos Historic Museums and Taos Plaza Theater and Arts Center are cultural highlights. Twirl Toystore and Playspace and Taos Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Taos travel guide
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 13 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa Azul/Charming Downtown Casita on 14 Mar 2026 start from £252, including 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 at Casa Azul/Charming Downtown Casita?
On-site 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?
Checkout 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
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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!!!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Excellent location, very cozy, quiet, comfortable ... I want to return ... same place ... same everything.
David P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Perry
1 Jun 2025
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.
We had a wonderful stay. The casita was all we needed for a few days. Everything in town was walkable from the location. Quiet spot. Easy communication with host. Lovely place!
We have never been to Taos, so it was nice to stay close to the "city" center. Easy walk from house to local art and restaurants. This would be a great location for 2 to 3 families to stay, offering everyone privacy, but a common place to meet all together.
Mike M.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Judy
5 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A charming, spacious apartment! The kitchen was well equipped and the bed was a comfortable height. Nice, private patio.walking distance to the plaza.
Better than expected, this was the perfect hideway for my solo adventure. Loved the art and decor, the private patio, restful and peaceful vibe. Couldn’t be happier ❤️
As with all of Melissa's properties, this place was outstanding.Lots of little extras not advertised, clean, private, and clise to town. Will definitely reserve again.
Really enjoyed Casa Azul. I brought my small
dog. The fenced private yard was perfect for us both. Dog sheets for the bed and couch were provided. The Plaza was within easy walking distance.
This cute little house was very close to downtown Taos. We went as a group my daughter rented the large house my son-in-law‘s mom rented the other house, so the three of us stayed on the same property. This accommodation is great for people that have dogs awesome awesome hostess. A+++++
Overall, we were pleased with the excellent location, cozy feel of the cottage, and enclosed backyard for the dog which was very convenient. A few issues to consider are that there is no A/C and although it does cool off at night, the first night we were there it wasn't easy to sleep. The following two days it rained so that kept the cottage cool. There are ceiling fans. Bed pillows are flat and there were only three we could find, but luckily, we brought our pillows. Melissa kept us up to date when there was a water line break and she had it repaired that day, but after that, I had trouble getting an answer when I texted her my questions about checking out. I loved her artwork and the tin birds.