Posted in New Mexico July 20, 2020 by

Newly Refurbished, You Can Spend A Night In New Mexico’s Very First Earthship

If there are any architectural styles that define New Mexico, we would narrow it down to two: Pueblo-style buildings and Earthships. Both make the most of the state’s arid environment but Earthships are a much more recent creation.

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The first Earthship built in Taos in 1979 by architect Michael Reynolds as an experiment in sustainable architecture.
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Using a combination of recycled materials and local materials, Reynolds created a home that could be considered off-grid and easy to build. What resulted is this home, now dubbed the Hobbit House.
The Hobbit House paved the way for a multitude of other Earthships, many centered in Taos.
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But this first one remains legendary and, following some renovations, is even available for overnight stays through Airbnb.
The Hobbit House features a simple layout, with the sleeping, dining, and kitchen areas in the same room.
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This area has a wood-burning fireplace, which adds to the cozy atmosphere that can accommodate up to four people.
The kitchen is fully functional, so feel free to bring food to prepare your meals!
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They have cookware, basic cooking ingredients, and equipment to make your morning cup of joe.
From the kitchen, you'll walk to the modest shower and bathroom sink.
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This leads to a greenhouse walkway with a toilet at the very end.
Nearby is the Earthship Biotecture Visitor Center, where you can learn more about Earthships and partake in tours of the homes.
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The Hobbit House is located in Taos, New Mexico, and is available for bookings through Airbnb. An overnight stay costs $140 and the Earthship can accommodate up to four guests. For additional information or to book a stay, visit Airbnb or the Earthship Biotecture website.

Website: Airbnb
Website: Earthship Biotecture
Visitor Center: 2 Earthship Way, Tres Piedras, NM 87577

You’ll find an array of unique stays across New Mexico. If spending a night at an observatory watching the stars and planets sounds like your version of an incredible getaway, you’ll want to check out the New Mexico Lodge and Observatory in El Rito. Read more in This New Mexico Lodge Has An Observatory That Is Worth A Trip From Any Corner In The State.

Address: Taos, NM 87571, USA