Welcome to Piñon Ridge Retreat, a striking modern home tucked into the piñon forest above Valdez, where walls of glass frame the Sangre de Cristo peaks from nearly every room. Wake to forest light in ground-floor bedrooms, gather in the window-wrapped upper living space, and step onto the deck to grill at sunset. Soak in the private hot tub under the stars, trade volleys at the ping pong table, and unwind by the fire. Modern, secluded, and quiet, with Taos and the Ski Valley a short drive away.
Piñon Ridge Retreat is a striking contemporary home set on a private, piñon-forested mesa above Valdez, framed by sweeping views of the Sangre de Cristo mountains. Walls of windows pull the high-desert light and scenery inside, so the peaks and treetops are part of the room whether you are cooking, lounging on the sectional, or sitting down to dinner.
The home is designed around its views. All four bedrooms sit on the ground floor for quiet, restful nights, while the upper level opens into a bright, connected living, dining, and kitchen space that flows straight onto a large entertaining deck. Below, a forest-edge patio with a hot tub, ping pong, and a basketball hoop keeps the outdoors part of every day, and a separate lounge deck tucked into the trees, like a treehouse among the pines, gives everyone another place to gather.
Whether you are here for ski trips to Taos Ski Valley, summer hikes, stargazing, or a quiet mountain reset, Piñon Ridge Retreat gives your group room to spread out and come together.
<b>Key Features</b>
• Sleeps up to 10 guests (most comfortable for 8)
• 4 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms
• Panoramic Sangre de Cristo mountain and forest views, inside and out
• Walls of windows and a window-wrapped great room
• Private hot tub at the forest’s edge, open year-round
• Large entertaining deck with grill, lounge seating, and a fire feature
• Game patio with ping pong, basketball hoop, and hammock
• Covered treehouse-style lounge deck with string lights and a dartboard
• King suite with ensuite, dedicated workspace, and TV
• All bedrooms on the ground floor, two-car garage, pet-friendly
• Secluded piñon-forest setting near Taos and Taos Ski Valley
<b>Sleeping Arrangements</b>
Total occupancy: 10 guests
Total beds: 8
All four bedrooms are on the ground floor for quiet, restful nights. The home is most comfortable for groups of around 8, with trundle beds in the two bunk rooms extending capacity to 10 when needed.
Bedroom 1 (Primary) features a king bed with a striking live-edge headboard, a wall-mounted TV, a dedicated workspace, and an ensuite bathroom.
Bedroom 2 includes a queen bed with forest views, plus its own desk and walk-in closet, a comfortable ground-floor retreat that doubles as a quiet spot to work.
Bedroom 3 features a bunk bed with a pull-out trundle and opens directly onto the hot tub patio, a flexible setup for kids or extra guests.
Bedroom 4 features a bunk bed with a trundle, ideal for kids, teens, or additional guests.
<b>Bathrooms</b>
Piñon Ridge Retreat offers 2.5 bathrooms, including a full ensuite in the king suite, a second full bathroom with a tub-and-shower combo, and a convenient half bath. Standard bath amenities and fresh towels are provided, including shampoo, conditioner, and soap.
<b>Living Areas</b>
The upper-level great room is the heart of the home. A comfortable sectional, a cozy wood-burning stove, and corner windows that frame the peaks make it a relaxed place to gather for movie nights, games, and easy evenings, with mountain views in nearly every direction and a ceiling fan to keep things comfortable.
<b>Kitchen & Dining</b>
The open kitchen is built for cooking and gathering, with a concrete-topped island, a gas cooktop, double wall ovens, full-size appliances, and bar seating for casual meals. It flows into a dining area anchored by a large farmhouse table that seats the whole group, with windows and deck access that bring the views right to the table.
<b>Outdoor Space</b>
Outdoor living is a highlight here. The large upper deck is made for morning coffee, sunset grilling, and taking in the panoramic mountain and forest views, with lounge seating and a fire feature for cool evenings. Just below, a covered patio offers shade and easy access to the hot tub, plus a ping pong table, basketball hoop, and hammock. A separate covered lounge deck, built around a living pine and strung with lights, adds seating, a dartboard, and a playful bar nook, giving everyone another spot to unwind among the trees.
<b>Hot Tub</b>
After a day of skiing, hiking, or exploring Northern New Mexico, sink into the private hot tub at the forest’s edge, just off the covered patio. Open year-round, it is the perfect place to relax under the pines and stars and recharge for the next adventure.
<b>Surrounding Areas</b>
Piñon Ridge Retreat sits in Valdez, a quiet, rural community in the foothills between Arroyo Seco and Taos, prized for its pristine wilderness, dramatic mountain scenery, local arts, and renowned locally owned restaurants.
Nearby favorites include:
• Taos Ski Valley for skiing, snowboarding, and summer hiking
• Arroyo Seco village for shops, galleries, and local dining
• Historic Taos Plaza, galleries, and museums
• Rio Grande Gorge and Bridge for hiking and big views
• Hot springs, fishing, and rafting along the Rio Grande
• Scenic drives through the Sangre de Cristo mountains
• Year-round activities from skiing to mountain biking and stargazing
<b>★☆Locally Rooted, Elevated Hospitality☆★</b>
We’re Sierra Sol Elevated Stays, a locally rooted, family-owned team serving Northern New Mexico. We believe a stay should be more than just a place to land. It should feel personal, seamless, and connected to the beauty and spirit of this special place.
From booking to departure, we’re here with thoughtful support, clear communication, and trusted local guidance to help you settle in, feel cared for, and make lasting memories in New Mexico.
Guests will have the entire home to themselves, including the deck, patios, hot tub, and the two-car garage.
Self check-in is available via lockbox, making arrival simple and flexible; entry instructions are provided before your stay.
Park in the garage (room for two vehicles), plus additional free parking on premises. Keeping a car in the garage means a snow-free, frost-free start to ski days up at Taos Ski Valley.
This is a remote, mountain location. A vehicle is recommended, and in winter conditions 4WD or AWD and tire chains may be needed, as roads can be steep, snow-packed, or icy. Please arrive prepared for changing mountain weather.
This is a remote mountain location, and a vehicle is recommended to reach the home and explore the area. Taos Ski Valley, Arroyo Seco, and the town of Taos are all a short drive away. Free parking is available on site, including an attached two-car garage. In winter, 4WD or AWD and tire chains may be needed, as the roads can be steep, snow-packed, or icy, so please arrive prepared for changing mountain weather.
- Check-in begins at 4:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM.
- Maximum occupancy is 10 guests; the home is most comfortable for around 8. Only registered guests are permitted.
- Pets are welcome with prior approval and any applicable pet fee.
- No smoking, parties, or events.
- The home is on two levels, with bedrooms on the ground floor and living spaces upstairs.
- This is a remote mountain area; occasional power, water, or internet outages are possible, so please plan accordingly.
- A 4WD or AWD vehicle with high clearance is required year-round. Standard passenger cars, low-clearance vehicles, or front-wheel-drive sedans will get stuck. Please ensure your vehicle is equipped for mountain terrain before booking.
- The home is equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
License number: HOMEOCC-23-052
