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County Road B-143 (P.O. Box 509), Arroyo Hondo, NM 87513. & 800/334-8467 or 575/776-8467. www.
littletreebandb.com. 4 units. $135-$195 double. Rates include breakfast and afternoon snack. MC, V.
Amenities: Courtesy computer w/Internet. In room: TV/VCR.
Moderate
Old Taos Guesthouse Bed & Breakfast Kids Once a farmer's home and later
an artist's estate, this 190-year-old adobe hacienda has been restored by owners and
incorrigible ski bums Tim and Leslie Reeves, who, for more than 18 years, have carefully
maintained the country charm: Mexican tile in the bathrooms, vigas on the ceilings, and
kiva-style fireplaces in most of the rooms. Each room has an entrance from the outside,
some off the broad portal that shades the front of the hacienda, some from a grassy lawn
in the back, with a view toward the mountains. Some rooms are more utilitarian, some
quainter, so make a request depending on your needs. One of my favorites is the Taos
Suite, with a king-size bed, a big picture window, and a full kitchen that includes an
oven, a stove, a minifridge, and a microwave. Less than 2 miles from the plaza, this inn
sits on 7 1 / 2 acres and provides a cozy northern New Mexico rural experience, complete
with an acequia (irrigation system), birds galore, and a healthy breakfast. Kids enjoy the
inn's dogs and plenty of space to run free.
1028 Witt Rd., Taos, NM 87571. & 800/758-5448 or 575/758-5448. www.oldtaos.com. 10 units. $90-
$175 double. Rates include a full breakfast. Ask about seasonal rates. DISC, MC, V. Pets accepted in some
rooms with $25 flat fee. Amenities: Babysitting; concierge; Jacuzzi; Wi-Fi. In room: Hair dryer.

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TAOS SKI VALLEY
For information on skiing and the facilities at Taos Ski Valley, see “Skiing Taos,” later in
this chapter.

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A Lodge
Alpine Village Suites Alpine Village is a small village within Taos Ski Valley,
a few steps from the lift. Owned by John and Barbara Cottam, the complex also houses
a ski shop and bar/restaurant. The Cottams began with seven rooms, still nice rentals,
above their ski shop. Each has a sleeping loft for the agile who care to climb a ladder, as
well as sunny windows. The newer section has elegantly decorated rooms, with attractive
touches such as Mexican furniture and inventive tile work done by locals. Like most
other accommodations at Taos Ski Valley, the rooms are not especially soundproof. For-
tunately, most skiers go to bed early. All rooms have VCRs and small kitchenettes
equipped with stoves, microwaves, and minifridges. In the newer building, rooms have
fireplaces and private balconies. Request a south-facing room for a view of the slopes. The
Jacuzzi sits below a lovely mural and has a fireplace and a view of the slopes.
100 Thunderbird Rd. (P.O. Box 98), Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525. & 800/576-2666 or 575/776-8540. Fax
575/776-8542. www.alpine-suites.com. 29 units. Ski season $150-$215 suite for 2, $216-$347 suite for 4,
$216-$391 suite for up to 6; summer $66-$172 suite for 2 (includes continental breakfast). AE, DISC, MC,
V. Covered valet parking $10 per night. Amenities: Jacuzzi; sauna. In room: TV/VCR, kitchenette, Wi-Fi
(available in all but 2 units).
Condominiums
Expensive
Edelweiss Lodge & Spa Opened in 2005, this lodge at the base of the moun-
tain took the place of a 1960s classic chalet. Now, it's a brand new condo-hotel. The
condominiums are upscale, each with a flagstone fireplace and full kitchen with marble
countertops, stainless steel appliances, and many with nice views of the slopes. All have
luxury furnishings decorated in earth tones. For those looking for an upscale stay, this is