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complete massage and facial treatments for an additional charge. I recommend the Rio
Grande and Territorial rooms, which are spacious and air-conditioned. Both of these
rooms have heated Saltillo-tile floors, gas kiva fireplaces, and Jacuzzi tubs. If you prefer a
more antique-feeling room, try the delightful older section, especially the Library Suite.
Each room in the inn is decorated with original works of art and has elegant bedding, a
private entrance, and robes. All rooms have kiva fireplaces, and most look out on flower
and herb gardens. Breakfasts are delicious. Specialties include an artichoke-heart and
mushroom omelet or ricotta cream-cheese blintz. In the evenings the inn offers a full
dinner, which may include corn-crusted tilapia or roasted chicken served with vegetables
from a local organic farm. End the day at the large hot tub in the courtyard. Ask about
the spa specials. A courtesy computer with Internet is available for guest use.
405 Cordoba Rd., at Los Pandos Rd. (5303 NDCBU), Taos, NM 87571. & 877/758-4777 or 575/758-4777.
Fax 575/758-3976. www.visittaos.com. 8 units. $180-$320 double; $325 suite. Rates include breakfast
and light evening supper. AE, DC, DISC, MC, V. Amenities: Concierge; small health club; computer w/
Internet; Jacuzzi; sauna; spa. In room: TV/VCR, hair dryer, free stocked non-alcoholic minibar, Wi-Fi.
Hacienda del Sol What's unique about this bed-and-breakfast is its spectacular
view of Taos Mountain. Because the 1 1 / 4 -acre property borders Taos Pueblo, the land is
pristine. The inn also has a rich history. It was once owned by arts patron Mabel Dodge
Luhan, and it was here that author Frank Waters wrote The People of the Valley. You'll find
bold splashes of color from the gardens—where, in summer, tulips, pansies, and flax
bloom—to the rooms themselves—where woven bedspreads and original art lend a
Mexican feel. The main house is 204 years old, so it has the wonderful curves of adobe
as well as thick vigas. Some guest rooms are in this section. Others range from 9 to 27
years in age. These newer rooms are finely constructed, and I almost recommend them
over the others because they're a little more private and the bathrooms are more refined.
All rooms have robes and CD players, most have fireplaces, three have private Jacuzzis,
and four have private steam showers. Some have minifridges. A full and delicious break-
fast is served in the Spanish-hacienda-style dining area. The outdoor hot tub has a
mountain view and is available for private guest use in half-hour segments. A courtesy
computer with Internet is available for guest use.
109 Mabel Dodge Lane (P.O. Box 177), Taos, NM 87571. & 575/758-0287. Fax 575/758-5895. www.
taoshaciendadelsol.com. 11 units. $135-$325 double. Rates include full breakfast and evening sweets.
AE, DISC, MC, V. Amenities: Concierge; computer w/Internet; Jacuzzi. In room: CD player, fridge (in some),
hair dryer, minibar, Wi-Fi.
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Little Tree Bed & Breakfast Finds Little Tree is one of my favorite Taos bed-
and-breakfasts, partly because it's in a beautiful, secluded setting, and partly because it's
constructed with real adobe that's been left in its raw state, lending the place an authen-
tic hacienda feel. Two miles down a country road, about midway between Taos and the
ski area, it's surrounded by sage and piñon. The charming and cozy rooms have radiant
heat under the floors, queen-size beds (one with a king-size), nice medium-size bath-
rooms, and access to the portal and courtyard garden, at the center of which is the little
tree for which the inn is named. The Piñon (my favorite) and Juniper rooms are
equipped with fireplaces and private entrances. The Piñon and Aspen rooms offer sunset
views. The Spruce Room has a private patio and outdoor hot tub. Visiting humming-
birds enchant guests as they enjoy a scrumptious breakfast on the portal during warmer
months. On arrival, guests are treated to refreshments. A courtesy computer with Inter-
net is available for guest use.
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