Summer Mountain Retreat for the family!

Ridgerunner, Main Cabin
Living area with Dining room, Main Cabin
Living Room, Main Cabin
Main Cabin, kitchen
Queen bedroom on the 1st floor is private, and opens onto the porch with hot tub

About this cabin rental

Located in Taos Ski Valley, this attractive cabin for $545 per night is a great choice for your next break. A rare home in this market! Ridgerunner Cabin is nestled beside the Carson National Forest in the Village of Taos Ski Valley. We offer incredible views, a few steps to fly fishing the Rio Hondo, and spacious accommodations that sleeps 10. The property includes an authentic log cabin with an expansive upstairs loft that has been updated to provide comfort, a separate structure that holds a game room, and mountainside privacy. This is a wonderful place for families to be able to enjoy a home away from home. Whether your intention is for work, school, play, or all of the above, this is the perfect place to relax, let go of today's many stresses, take some fresh breaths out in nature, and enjoy the seasons. You can also feel comfortable knowing that we do have high speed internet available. Rest assured that even while traveling, classes and work can still continue! After (or even during!) a day in the office or exploring the area, take a dip in the hottub and enjoy the views! Our hot tub is in a wonderful location just steps away from our secluded back porch. From there you are offered some of the most majestic views on earth of the mountains and stars. You will have access to an outdoor firepit as well. The first floor of the main cabin boasts an open concept kitchen, dining, and living room area, complete with picture windows to take in the gorgeous views of the mountains. The downstairs bathroom also includes a washer and dryer for your convenience. Spread out and lounge in the cozy living room while enjoying a movie on your Direct TV satellite service! There is also a wood-burning stove for those who enjoy a cozy, rustic atmosphere (worry not -- the home has central heat!). During the summer, the Cabin remains cool due to a combination of an altitude of 9200 feet and the river nearby. Upstairs you will find a spacious loft that accommodates two queen beds, two twin daybeds, a sitting table, and second bathroom. Expansive windows also allow you to take in the scenery while relaxing. The kids can take over the loft and play a round of scrabble while you unwind downstairs! The detached gameroom holds two twin beds, a fold out futon, a foosball table and dartboard! If not for use as an extended kids room or game room, it can also serve as a private music room or writer's shack:) there is no bathroom in this detached, separate structure! This home is available for your ski vacation or mountain getaway, and long-term guests are also welcomed at affordable rates. Venturing out into the world of this all-season mountain resort is also a pleasure from the cabin. We are located about a half mile from the ski resort at Taos Ski Valley. At the entrance to the resort, you have easy access to a full array of shops and restaurants. Enjoy fine dining at the Bavarian, St. Bernard or Edelweiss or, sink your teeth into to the famous burgers and green chile stew at the Stray Dog. Taos is known for world class skiing, hiking, fishing, horseback riding, mountain biking and snowshoeing. As we all know, these are unprecedented times. As such, we are doing our best to ensure that our guests have the best possible experience while staying at Ridgerunner Cabin. We want to emphasize how the Cabin can be a self-contained experience that allows for our guests to experience the wonders of nature while still having the comforts of home. There are hiking trails within the valley for your family to enjoy, as well as snowshoeing possibilities in the immediate vicinity of the cabin. Please let us know if you are planning on bringing your pet (dogs only unless approved by the owner). It is an additional $35/night, with a limit of 2 dogs. For more than 2 dogs there will be an extra charge of $5/night per dog. *We do have a part-time onsite caretaker living in the smaller cabin. We kindly ask that the caretaker's privacy is respected, and any questions be directed first to your host. **To be compliant with current Covid19 standards of safety and state mandates, parties or events are not allowed at this time. ***Ridgerunner Cabin is New Mexico Safe Certified.

Amenities

Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
TV
Family friendly

Map of Taos Ski Valley, NM

Reviews

4.3/5.0
Excellent(39 Reviews)
4.0
star 5 empty
Jul 2023
Very nice one week stay in the mountains for this hot, Houston family! We loved the cabin and Mom could stay for weeks if she could. Hot tub was clean and soooo nice to enjoy. Kids enjoyed their beds and Mom loved cooking in the cabin kitchen. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
5.0
Aug 2022
Our family of 6 was very comfortable at Ridgerunner cabin. It was the perfect base for exploring the ski valley's hiking and biking trails and venturing into Taos and Arroyo Seco. There was more than enough room for the 6 and the house was stocked with everything we needed in the kitchen, plenty of towels and amenities in the bathrooms and enough blankets for everyone. The cabin is a fantastic structure and we enjoyed the warm days and cold nights - we slept with the windows open. The yard was great and the hot tub was very appreciated. My kids played on the foosball table in the game room but all opted to sleep upstairs in the loft. The interior of the cabin needs updating: the downstairs shower door was broken and the enclosure leaked at the edges, the showerhead upstairs was broken, the washing machine was moldy (I tried to wipe the mold out of it before I washed a load of laundry but my clothes came out stinky so we did laundry elsewhere), there were cobwebs inside and out, a broken living room chair, burned out lightbulbs, a broken oscillating fan, peeling paint on bathroom vanity, and weatherstripping falling off the front door were the major issues I noticed.
5.0
Aug 2021
We were looking for a family escape from the summer heat, and found a perfect experience at the Ridgerunner. The property is beautiful and accurately reflected by the online photos from the cabin itself to the surrounding area (Deer! Rabbits! Running stream just across the road!) The views are superb and the stargazing from the balcony is exceptional. Bring a telescope if you have one! You’re only about a 1-2 minute drive from the ski village. It’s perfect for a family with kids- upstairs loft has two beds (could sleep 4 easily in the beds and 2 more if they sleep on the window seats), a full bathroom and table perfect for kids to hangout, play games, read, and stargaze. Downstairs has a king bedroom, full bath/laundary room and very cozy sitting area with a great tv/media setup. The kitchen is well appointed. The “game house” has two more beds and a foosball table. It was a great place hang out with the kids while parents were cooking/having quiet time. Of all the thoughtful amenities (games, umbrellas, hot tub, deck chairs, toiletries) we appreciated the child/pet gate the most to keep our toddler off the stairs. We slept with screened windows open and temps were perfect. Summer dining is limited in the ski valley area so we bought groceries in Taos before heading up to the cabin and cooked most meals. But we did try Rhodas at the ski resort for dinner and it was fairly standard (but good) burgers/soups/salads/pasta. Lunch at the Bavarian one day before going up the ski lift was fun (brats, pretzels). Arroyo Seco is ten minutes down the mountain and has great ice cream (Taos Cow) and a good if somewhat pricey restaurant called Aceq. Pizza at Pizano’s (20 minutes back toward Taos) was excellent. Taos center is about 25-30 minutes away with tons of shops and restaurants. Most of the hikes on the mountain are best for older kids or those small enough to be in a backpack. The hike to Miller Lake is beautiful. We drove 45 minutes west to the La Vista Verde hike along the Rio Grande Gorge. Definitely worth it and more accessible for younger kids (2.3 mile round trip, mostly flat but still really interesting terrain, incredible vistas, more oxygen!!) The owners and caretaker were very kind, prompt and helpful. We would book here again in a heartbeat!!
5.0
Aug 2021
Alpine magic for a family
Alpine magic for a family
We were looking for a family escape from the summer heat, and found a perfect experience at the Ridgerunner. The property is beautiful and accurately reflected by the online photos from the cabin itself to the surrounding area (Deer! Rabbits! Running stream just across the road!) The views are superb and the stargazing from the balcony is exceptional. Bring a telescope if you have one! You’re only about a 1-2 minute drive from the ski village. It’s perfect for a family with kids- upstairs loft has two beds (could sleep 4 easily in the beds and 2 more if they sleep on the window seats), a full bathroom and table perfect for kids to hangout, play games, read, and stargaze. Downstairs has a king bedroom, full bath/laundary room and very cozy sitting area with a great tv/media setup. The kitchen is well appointed. The “game house” has two more beds and a foosball table. It was a great place hang out with the kids while parents were cooking/having quiet time. Of all the thoughtful amenities (games, umbrellas, hot tub, deck chairs, toiletries) we appreciated the child/pet gate the most to keep our toddler off the stairs. We slept with screened windows open and temps were perfect. Summer dining is limited in the ski valley area so we bought groceries in Taos before heading up to the cabin and cooked most meals. But we did try Rhodas at the ski resort for dinner and it was fairly standard (but good) burgers/soups/salads/pasta. Lunch at the Bavarian one day before going up the ski lift was fun (brats, pretzels). Arroyo Seco is ten minutes down the mountain and has great ice cream (Taos Cow) and a good if somewhat pricey restaurant called Aceq. Pizza at Pizano’s (20 minutes back toward Taos) was excellent. Taos center is about 25-30 minutes away with tons of shops and restaurants. Most of the hikes on the mountain are best for older kids or those small enough to be in a backpack. The hike to Miller Lake is beautiful. We drove 45 minutes west to the La Vista Verde hike along the Rio Grande Gorge. Definitely worth it and more accessible for younger kids (2.3 mile round trip, mostly flat but still really interesting terrain, incredible vistas, more oxygen!!) The owners and caretaker were very kind, prompt and helpful. We would book here again in a heartbeat!!
5.0
Sep 2020
loved this little cabin. The caretaker was awesome to have as a neighbor and the owner was very helpful. Clean great cabin. Awesome location
5.0
Sep 2020
Great cabin
Great cabin
loved this little cabin. The caretaker was awesome to have as a neighbor and the owner was very helpful. Clean great cabin. Awesome location
5.0
Sep 2020
We had a nice stay at this cabin with our 2 kids and dog. The location was really nice & the weather was near perfect. All the neighboring towns are quite nice and a lot of restaurants offering pick-up or outdoor dining due to COVID. The cabin was roomy & rustic. Comfortable beds and living spaces.
5.0
Aug 2020
Excellent Location & Nice get-away
Excellent Location & Nice get-away
We had a nice stay at this cabin with our 2 kids and dog. The location was really nice & the weather was near perfect. All the neighboring towns are quite nice and a lot of restaurants offering pick-up or outdoor dining due to COVID. The cabin was roomy & rustic. Comfortable beds and living spaces.

FAQs

How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Taos Ski Valley?

The average price for a rental in Taos Ski Valley is $393 per night. This rental is $152 above the average.

Is parking included with this cabin?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Summer Mountain Retreat for the family! . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cabin?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Summer Mountain Retreat for the family! pet friendly?

Yes! This cabin is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Summer Mountain Retreat for the family! ?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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