Taos, NM - former gallery & home of R. C. Gorman, renowned Taos artist. Walk to Plaza 1/2 block and restaurants, shops, entertainment, easy open road 18 miles to Taos Ski Valley Formerly owned by world renown artist / painter, R. C. Gorman, Artist Retreat was his studio, headquarters and gallery. In today's terms, Taos Artist Retreat classifies as a casita or cabin ad offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathroom with thick adobe wall original southwest architecture. A unique vacation rental, Artist Retreat is a dream come true for those seeking authentic original Taos adobe architecture. Located on Historic Ledoux Street, the most sought after "in town" location is considered the "dream location" for living and vacation lodging in Taos, NM. Surrounded by renowned artist's studios, homes and galleries, guests find Ledoux to be an easy one block walk from end to end. The spacious enclosed and gated front yard offers Al Fresca dining, lounging outdoor summer living and year round hot tub relaxing. Tall coyote fencing (traditional Santa Fe / Taos style Aspen limb fencing) assures guests privacy on the popular one way, one lane Ledoux Street. Furnished with upscale furnishings, mattresses and linens, guests enjoy an interesting blend of contemporary and traditional southwest décor with viga ceilings, kiva fireplace, hardwood floors and southwest rugs.. A 2 minute walk finds you in the heart of Taos Village on the Plaza and famous Bent Street, both with shops and eateries. Another 2 minute walk and in the opposite direction and you will find yourself at the Harwood Museum, having passed a collection of shops, galleries and historic homes along the way. Without leaving Ledoux Street are two popular restaurants with locals and returning guests - the "Byzantium" and "Stella's Italian Restaurant". The famous Harwood Museum is an easy stroll to the end of Ledoux street. In addition to housing a major collection of original art from the 7 founding members of the Taos Art Colony back in the 20's, the Harwood also offers classes, lectures and musical presentations of all varieties. Sign up for a class and experience first hand the essence of the Taos art world. The remaining portion of the late R.C. Gorman's former compound and the Inger Jirby gallery are kissing cousin neighbors to Artist's Retreat. An authentic restored historic adobe, Artist's Retreat offers peaceful quiet Taos lodging within minutes of walking to the Taos plaza, the picturesque John Dunn Plaza shops and famous Bent Street with eateries and shops leading to the famous Taos Inn and Doc Martin's for evening entertainment or daytime front patio social gathering and summer outdoor patio dining. A true summertime treat is the lovely enclosed courtyard, laced with pots of flowers and a private hot tub for year round relaxing and rejuvenating. . Guests choosing to lodge at Artist's Retreat enjoy the full fledged "Old Taos" living experience, incomparable to any other, but with modern day upgraded facilities on the most sought after location in the village of Taos, New Mexico.
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| 6 |
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Rooms
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Beds
- 1 King Bed
- 1 Queen Bed
- 1 Sleeper Sofa
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| No Smoking |
| Dogs Allowed |
| 900 | Square Feet |
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