The pictures on the website looked beautiful and it seemed like such a good idea. Stay in a place that is actually helpful to the environment. However I must say I was somewhat disappointed. Pulling up the environs looked pretty shabby. Derilict cars and some debris scattered around the grounds which really pissed me off. That seemed hypocritical. If ES... more

Each earthship is self contained, off the grid (although there are hybrid earthships). Each earthship has its own water source (from snow and rain), its own electricity source (from solar, wind, or a combination), and its own wastewater treatment (filtered greywater feeds an indoor greenhouse; "solar incubated" blackwater feeds outdoor planter boxes). None of the electricity is used for heating... more

My husband had dreamed of someday building an earthship, and stumbled upon the rentals on Trip Advisor. We were honored to have the extraordinary opportunity of staying for 2 nights in the Hut. We were very sad to leave Santa Fe after staying a week, but were immediately captivated by our sustained living experience. The Hut is absolutely charming with... more

Staying in the Hut was one of the top 5 most amazing things I have done in my whole life!! This isn't for everyone -- you have to be into conservation and be willing to "rough it" just a little. The roads to the Hut are not paved, the odor in the bathroom was a bit pungent and there were... more

Absolutely outstanding. Having a glass of wine, outside your earthship with the sun setting across the mountains of new mexico is something no-one should miss. The earthships are extremely comfortable and have lovely log stoves for a cold desert evening. I would thoroughly recommend this for anyone. If possible stay in the spectacular Nautilus! Watch out for the huge spiders... more