Entire apartment

Wonderful, Downtown Treasure

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Wonderful, Downtown Treasure

Exterior detail
Property grounds
Dining
Flat-screen TV, books, music library, stereo
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

Map
Taos, NM
  • Taos Plaza
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Taos Historic Museums
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Kit Carson Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

You may also like

About the area

Taos

City center stay.At this apartment, you'll be steps from Taos Plaza Theater and Arts Center and Twirl Toystore and Playspace. Taos Plaza and Taos Historic Museums are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Taos Plaza Theater and Arts Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Taos Plaza - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Taos Historic Museums - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kit Carson Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Earthships - 8 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Michael's Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Apothecary - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taos Mesa Brewing Taos Tap Room - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Wonderful, Downtown Treasure

This apartment is right downtown and convenient to everything Taos has to offer including restaurants, shops, galleries and museums.
For five years this was my popular shop Red Cat Melissiana. One day I realized my passion was Vacation Rentals (I have 11) and not retail so it was time to re invent myself once again... Red Cat Melissiana Apartment is located in an 1880's building with all the charm of old Taos and so much history. Originally this was a street with small homes and shops across the street from the Plaza and the original Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. This street was once the Red Light District of Taos with a network of underground tunnels leading to interesting destinations and all kinds of varied stories. There are many spirit activity reports for juicy stories to share. Just ask me...
This apartment is now a newly re furbished space decorated with my antiques, original art and sense of whimsy throughout. It's everything you could want on your vacation for 1-4 guests and so very 'Taos'.
Built in the 1880's, the building has many wooden vigas (ceiling beams), creaky old wood floors, 14" walls and many windows.
The living room has a queen sofa sleeper with a gel foam mattress and sleeps an additional two guests with bedding stored in antique trunk/coffee table. ($25 per person per night) There is a big flat screen TV if TV is something you want on your vacation. It's located in a one of a kind cupboard in the living room behind closed doors. I also have a record player and albums for that retro feel.
The bedroom features a queen bed with high end bedding and a decorative quilt. There is a trastero/armoire for your clothing and just leave your robes at home since there are two just waiting for your cozy moments here.
The kitchen features an eclectic tiled counter, vintage cooktop, sink and refrigerator combo. It is well equipped and offers all amenities for any cooking at home. Table for two-four and extra chairs if you need them.
The bathroom features a fully tiled corner shower and a sink set in an antique Mexican cabinet. There are lots of towels and any supplies you might need.
Winter heat is provided by two stoves. One gas and one electric. Operate gas log stove only by the wall thermostat. NEVER turn off main gas line. For summer there are ceiling fans and a swamp cooler, but the 14" thick walls keep this space comfortable year round.
If you visit in spring, summer or fall you can enjoy 'Melissa's Secret Garden' a private little private oasis under a box elder tree surrounded by container plants, a wall fountain, outdoor lighting and lots of assemblage garden art. I am also offer a BBQ grill and string lights so my guests can enjoy this outdoor space.
My style of decor is Melissiana Eclectic. What is this? it's a mix and match style with antiques,yard sale and consignment treasures, original art and more--always fun things for my guests to discover, appreciate and enjoy.
This downtown historic building actually has three private apartments and is perfect for single travelers and couples or combine the three and bring a bigger group of friends and families. The three apartments will sleep up to ten guests in total. All kinds of possibilities (Check out my other two apartments on this street Vrbo 422849 (the Red Cat House) and Vrbo 513557 (Casa Flora)
As with all of my properties this apartment is dog friendly. I provide dog sheets for bed and sofa as well as a decorated mutt mitt box in the side courtyard. $10 per night per dog. Just leave on kitchen table.
Great prices, nicely furnished with a quirky sense of style, well equipped, comfortable beds,old adobe with thick walls for peaceful nights and privacy, right downtown and parking across the street. WOW!

Property manager

Melissa /Taos mgr.

Languages

English

Similar properties

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Outdoor lighting
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 650 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Porta crib available for infants

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Wonderful Downtown Treasure Apartment Taos
Wonderful Downtown Treasure Apartment
Wonderful Downtown Treasure Taos
Wonderful Downtown Treasure
Ihana Keskusta Treasure
Wonderful, Treasure Taos
Wonderful Downtown Treasure
Wonderful, Downtown Treasure Taos
Wonderful, Downtown Treasure Apartment
Wonderful, Downtown Treasure Apartment Taos

Wonderful, Downtown Treasure Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Taylor B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring break getaway
Cute little apartment close to the plaza. Quiet and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute apartment, perfect for dogs!
Super cute apartment! it was the perfect stopover for two nights in the middle of the road trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryleigh J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cute and cozy place to stay
We loved staying here. Very cute and we really felt the Taos Vibe staying here. Would stay again. Great communication with the host also
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Repeat Customer Service
This is a very cool property. I stayed her a few years back and was looking forward to another visit. Sadly, my mother passed away on the day my reservation started and the property manager was unwilling to allow me to change the dates. Disappointing service for a repeat customer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve A.

Liked: Cleanliness
So Taos artistic, creative off plaza
I was treating my girlfriend to my favorite place in the country Taos New Mexico her first time and she was so amazed at the room that I reserved. And I was too everywhere we looked it was most beautifully appointed and creative taosena style of an artist I would even love to meet! Had the atmosphere and feel of the Taos home and artists home. I was in a good place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Denise H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming little place in the heart of Taos
This place is ooozing with character and so many unique touches. We loved the location and could walk to shops and dining options nearby. The bathroom situation is…cozy. There is no good lighting for getting ready, so be advised to pack a lighted mirror if you want to see what you’re doing. The shower is teeny tiny. The kitchen is also very small for food prep but served the purpose for minimal prep. Overall, we loved staying here and would recommend. It was truly a memorable experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and quirky
Enjoyed the apartment. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great lication
Thanks for sharing again, cheers
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful week in Taos
We had stayed in another of Melissa’s properties & this worked even better for us. All one level & our private garden made our stay so nice!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Recent Taos Stay
This property is a charming combo of knick knacks and interesting things to look at. It is located across from the historic plaza with lots of shopping and galleries. It is not a residential neighborhood so there is a fair amount of traffic but it is convenient to anywhere you would want to go. The bathroom is very small and the shower stall (no tub) is extremely small. It is next door to a restaurant that was not open while we were there but could be a concern later in the week. All in all, it was a fun experience. Just as an FYI -Be aware that a lot of restaurants and museums/sites close early in the week and we might have planned a bit differently had we known
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dwight L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Taos vacation
Loved being able to walk everywhere. The kitchen was well equipped and we enjoyed eating breakfast and lunch in our unit. Then we splurged on dinner. A little bit of a “cat & mouse” game with parking. But no tickets or issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl J., Carrollton, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Taos
Great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beulah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Taos Stay-Away- you'll Love it!
It was a very nice & comfortable apartment , very close to Taos plaza. The decor was very charming/quirky & it was so nice to be in a pet friendly place. We enjoyed our relaxing stay there & would stay there again. Cute, convenient & so comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and Cozy
This was an adorable little apartment and just off of the square. We did not hear a lot of street noise or have issues with outside lights shining. There is an exit sign we were unable to turn off, but it made a perfect nightlight. It is mainly one large room with dividers except for the bathroom, but for my husband and I it was perfect. The property manager answered my text messages. We would stay again and have recommended it to friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Taos visit
Beautiful little cottage. Just some confusion about number of beds on the listing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARCELA M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Marcela Monden
We loved the stay in Taos over the weekend celebrating our anniversary. The weather was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C., Santa Fe, NM

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, very central, easy walk to plaza
Unique and very artsie place.really enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice, walking distance from everything
Very cute quirky place in a good location. Pretty quiet. The places around had great food and drinks. Melissa was very responsive to concerns even at weird times. Cooking is not really easy because of the kitchen layout, but it's not like anyone goes to Taos to cook more than breakfast anyway!!! The only thing was the front window and exit sign were bright at night and there was no curtains to close, but a sheet worked out just fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and unique studio
The unit was perfect for my husband and I. Warm and cozy, walking distance to all things in the Taos square.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khiem N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Taos and Wow!
We loved this place. Great location being next to town square. Great art decors on the interior. Everything are there for our needs even though we didn't need them all. Looking forward to our next stay in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and convenient
The place was better than the photos. Very cozy and cute. You can tell the owners went the extra mile to decorate the place. Walking distance from the plaza, and roughly 30 mins from Taos ski resort. There isn’t much on the ski mountain, so I’d recommend staying in town at this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Funky
Fun
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very charming apartment style accommodations. Loved it from the moment we walked in.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023