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THE FAIREST OF THEM ALL Nothing was spared in design and detail to create one of the most beautiful properties you'll see. It's perfect for a couple, a family, or those with a family of friends. This luxury custom compound on 9.7+/- ac. is centered around the elegant adobe home designed by respected architect Bill Hoffman and boasts a pool pavilion, gym, an expansive office/studio complete with murphy bed, in addition to the 1BR/1BA guesthouse. Even the interior walls are adobe in the welcoming 2BR/21/2BA home with a stunning entrance, dramatic gallery plus office. The living areas are open, and light filled with high ceilings and an abundance of windows to take in the mountain and mesa views. A traditional kiva fireplace accents the living room and coved ceilings with vigas and tile floors create the desired Southwest ambiance. The living room flows seamlessly into the open dining area and kitchen. You'll love the Viking 6 burner range, double oven, and upscale fixtures. Entertaining is easy and impressive with a beautiful patio off the dining area for more intimate gatherings and bold Taos Mtn. views and then the remarkable courtyard for large groups. After the party, retreat to the private master suite for a spa experience (large steam shower, Waterworks soaking tub, his and her vanities, plus grand dressing area and walk-in closet.) Relax by the kiva fireplace at days end or soak in the hot tub just out the door. The guest suite offers similar luxuries. Speaking of luxury, the pool's pavilion features a wall of windows to catch the sunrise while taking your morning laps to warm up for your workout in your fully equipped adjoining gym. Work to do, have hobbies, or take your art seriously? There's an expansive, beautifully finished office, studio, or extra bedroom. Guests will love the delightful 1BR/1BA guesthouse which echoes the quality of the home and has another kiva fireplace and kitchen. The interior courtyard of porphyry granite unites the compound providing more room for enjoying the outdoors, entertaining, or just privacy and quiet and the patio in back has established flowers, shrubs, trees, and a delightful koi pond. There's even a generous dog run. Impressive!! The fantastic northside location will also impress. Skiing at Taos Ski Valley is a snap, going for coffee in Arroyo Seco a breeze, hiking the local USFS trails a short 10 min., and the historic Town of Taos only 15 min. away. Call us now to experience this incomparable property.

TERRA NOVA -a property like no other. Set in a 3.2 ac. oasis among rolling hills of sagebrush with dramatic mountain views , Terra Nova was designed as a compound, or mini-eco village by renowned architect Ekkehard Weisner to fulfill the owner’s vision of a sanctuary for healing body and spirit. Upon entering through the gate one finds themselves transported to another, more peaceful world with native plants, gardens, and trees nestling the structures. An intricate brick path leads the way through the vine covered trellis to the fountain and stunning courtyard which itself is a work of art.. Situated around the courtyard are three separate structures, three little gems. The original 1BR/1BA Hexagon (1,140sq.ft), the 2BR Guesthouse (1,012sq. ft.) and the office/studio ( 512sq.ft.) all finished with enviable attention to detail and quality and all combining the elements of nature. The owner Dr. Angelika Koch, lovingly selected and adorned the homes with custom finishes like Venetian plaster, stone mandalas, special hardware, handmade doors and cabinets, Indonesian pebbles, and stained glass. Other names like Sub-Zero, Dacor, Jenn-Air, Marvin, and Morso speak to quality. More importantly, the compound boasts eco-friendly and people friendly aspects like solar power ( 3 systems) , well water with the incredible Grander Technology filtering system, water catchment, a dome greenhouse, and drip irrigation. The homes also feature subfloor radiant heat, grid-tie-interface, and broadband. Other creature comforts are the oversized 2 car garage and hot tub. A rich history also comes with the property. Lore has it that it was a sacred spot for Indians 1,000 years ago and arrowheads and chards are still found on the property. Then in the 80’s, the hexagon was purposely built for the ‘channeling of the voice of Bartholomew” because of its spiritual energy field of the land. The structure has also served the Tibetan community of Taos with gatherings and Native American writers and teachers held sweat lodges, ceremonies, drumming and healing there. The current owner has continued in this tradition with her Practice for Integrated and Educational Medicine. Now it’s time for a new owner to enjoy the connection to Mother Nature and the inspiration it brings from this incredible property.

A HOME AS UNIQUE AS YOU ARE! Adventurous? Daring? Creative? Bold? Nature lover? All of the above? Let this captivating, , 2BR/2BA, 3,200 sq. ft. home, 1BR/1BA 600 sq. ft. guesthouse, plus beautiful, finished 900 sq. ft. ( recording) studio be your path to life a cut above. Perched high above Taos, the views are unsurpassed, the craftsmanship masterful, and the aesthetics awesome. In an area of breathtaking views, you will find the views from the front Trex deck incomparable. The mountain setting snuggled in the trees provides a delicious sense of privacy and sets a tone of serenity. A generous sunroom welcomes you and also provides passive solar gain in the winter. . The living areas are open and feature Saltillo tile, vigas, nichos, bancos , and Mexican tile. You’ll appreciate the large kitchen with Wolf stove, island, and pantry which opens to the dining area. A mass of colorful tile creates a full bath downstairs that’s admirable in its artistry. Heading upstairs you’ll find a stunning stained glass and ironwork gracing the stairway. Be ready for the “wow” moment when you see the oversized master bedroom with a huge round window capturing the dramatic view. A kiva fireplace adds to the ambience and the nice walk in closet and steam shower in the master bath make daily life a breeze. Speaking of a breeze, lounge in the hammock and enjoy the mountain air or soak under the stars in the elevated hot tub. Guests will enjoy the separate 1BR/1BA guesthouse with full kitchen. As a bonus, the expansive studio with bamboo flooring and ½ BA was built as a recording studio so is sound insulated and also ideal for yoga, dance, tai chi, or art of any kind. A nice storage shed, a chicken-coop, water catchment, and tiered gardens complete the pretty picture. This “find” is found within a short drive to Taos Ski Valley and USFS and hiking trails are just out the back door. Charming Arroyo Seco is nearby and Taos Plaza only 20 min. away. NOTE: Access is a windy dirt road so 4-wheel drive is needed in winter, but the destination is worth the trip!

A FLAIR FOR THE DRAMATIC! Grand wide entrance halls, towering ceilings, spacious living areas with lots of lights, and a myriad of old Taos accents like kiva fireplaces (4), vigas, latillas, nichos, bancos, carved wood and courtyards make this 4,600 sq. ft. 4BR/3.5/BA/2CG home THE PLACE for entertaining friends and family or just enjoying the good life. The great room is spacious and is enhanced with 18’ ceilings, a sculptured fireplace wall, and natural light. Dine in the open, yet formal dining room or enjoy the more casual dining breakfast nook or the kitchen island. Lots of room in the kitchen, with pantry, for cooking up feasts for friends or cozy enough for dinners for two. The master suite is sweet indeed with room for sitting areas or extra office. Extended family? Lots of friends? The guest wing has 2 or 3 bedrooms depending on use, a delightful family room or den, and a kitchen area. All the living areas wrap around a lovely courtyard with views of the mountains and plenty of room for entertaining. Kids or grandkids? Yes, there’s even a playhouse and ½ court basketball court. The 2-car heated garage is oversized so there’s room for a workshop. Located in Upper Colonias on 1.3 acres, you have easy year-round access to town (10 min.), TSV(25min.), Taos Airport (10 min.) and hiking, biking, fishing golf, ballooning, or rafting within 20-30 min. Of course, Arroyo Seco with galleries, ice cream and coffee shops, clothing stores, a bar, and organic grocery is nearby as well as restaurants, a wine shop, KTAO, and the Quail Ridge Inn for tennis and Summer swimming which are all even closer. P.S. Bring your collections – there’s room for all.

IF YOU’RE A CONNOISSEUR OF QUALITY…. …And have a passion for the past yet appreciate all the conveniences of today, you’ll find this historic 200+ year old renovated adobe a gem. The 2,700 +/- sq ft main house boasts 3BR/3BA and beautiful living areas indoors and out. Family and friends will love the delightful 1BR/1BA guesthouse and the small green house and root cellar are a bonus. The compound sits on the Talpa ridge overlooking the Ranchos Valley and is steeped in history. Remnants of pit houses with pottery chards and arrowheads found there date back to 1100-1200 AD. By the early 1800’s it was settled by Spanish colonists and then in the early 1900’s the natural beauty of the area had attracted artists from all over. Today owners can enjoy the same views of mountains, the valley and the plains from many areas of the home as well as from delightful patios and portals set amidst fruit trees, flowers, pines, and pinons. Massive adobe walls, smooth hand troweled plaster, 6 fireplaces, vigas, nichos, bancos, hand hewn wood, as well as the dining room fireplace designed for cooking over the open flame, lend a sense of permanence and timelessness to the main house. The kitchens and baths were all thoughtfully and tastefully remodeled to the Taos of today with names like Viking, Sub Zero refrigerator, and Fisher Paykel. The kitchen w/pantry provides plenty of room for cooking for a crowd or a couple and the large dining room has space and views for all plus room for expanding the party to the adjoining patio. A hardwood staircase leads to the romantic upstairs master suite. Cozy by the fireplace or soak away stress in the lovely claw foot tub then head to the balcony to end the evening counting the stars and your blessing. It’s picture perfect too!

Relaxed but Refined - True classic adobe construction with timeless southwestern finishes and ambiance located in the desirable area of Arroyo Seco with a pastoral setting. 3BR/2BA 2,444 sq.ft adobe with large attached Rastra-block artist’s studio with vaulted ceilings, north facing picture window, fireplace, & a loft. Flexible floor plan with spacious living/dining area the home features two kiva fireplaces, in-floor radiant heating + 2 gas woodstove space heater appliances, brick paver floors, viga ceilings, talavera tile, & hand carved wooden details and doors. Large portal flows out to a flagstone patio surrounded with stucco walls that frame panoramic views of mountains and sunsets. 0.75 irrigated acres with water rights with established aspens, a variety of trees + garden beds and native plantings. Adjoining 0.89 acre lot to the south is available for a total price of $599,000. Also, an adjoining 6.17 irrigated acres to the east available for many possibilities. Preferred location in Arroyo Seco for coffee, ice cream, shops, and restaurants and easy access to Taos Ski Valley, the Town of Taos and USFS for outdoor recreation.

THIS HOME COULD SUIT YOU TO A TEE. Views are the thing in this great 2,320 sq. ft. pueblo style home with 3BR/2BA/2CCP plus a large family room, studio, or office. Views look to Taos Mountain and over the golf course at Taos Country Club and beyond. The kiva fireplace is the focal point for the spacious living room and large windows bring in more views. Vigas, nichos, bancos, and lots of Saltillo tile lend true Southwest ambience. You will enjoy cooking for a couple or a family in the open, bright kitchen with pantries. The master suite is tucked at one end for privacy and more views and is complete with another kiva fireplace, generous walk-in closet, and patio. The large family room/den with a wall of windows could also serve as a grand studio or office. Located just S. of town, this area is desirable for its proximity to Taos Country Club, UNM Taos, and the Rio Grande Nat’l Monument for fishing, hiking, biking, and for its dark skies yet town is only 10min. away and Taos Ski Valley or Angel Fire is only 45 min.

CLASS ACT. If you’re tired of properties that are a little rough around the edges, it’s time to check out this quality in-town condo and relax a little. With 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, 2,000+ sq. ft. and 1 car garage (yes, this condo has an attached garage) you have room for family and friends yet it’s quite comfortable for two. It has all the Southwest touches like vigas, Saltillo tile, 2 kiva fireplaces, nichos, bancos, plus a lovely portal off the back. High ceilings and French doors grace the living areas and lots of windows bring in the light. Mexican tile accents create an old world feel yet stainless appliances, an open great room, and sub floor radiant heat are totally “today”. The 4 bedrooms offer flex spaces for office or den as well as flexible living. Yes, there’s a bedroom downstairs. The upstairs master is very spacious and has a large kiva fireplace, the master bath spacious, and you can actually walk in the walk-in closet. Enjoy the views from the upstairs covered porch or enjoy outdoor dining or drinking your morning coffee on the private back portal. Use this as a week-end retreat or move in full time and enjoy the good life! (Some furnishings negotiable)

SLEEPING BEAUTY. This beautiful property is awaiting a magical touch to give it new life and bring it into today’s world. The site is enviable. Located on the corner of Theodora and Montaner in what was once called the Silk Stocking District (historic overlay), this 2,868 sq. ft. home and casita on .43+/-ac. (2 lots), once owned by a prominent local art collector, is priced to let a new owner create their own dream home amidst towering trees and grass all within walking distance to historic Taos Plaza. The spacious living room with vigas , a kiva fireplace and picture window is welcoming and opens to a formal dining room complete with built- in buffet. There is room for all your art in the large, high ceiling gallery (or family room/den) and lots of other spaces for collectibles, crafts, hobbies, or even work. With 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, an extra-large master bedroom w/kiva fireplace, and other rooms for office, den, or library you have so many choices. There’s even a small basement. The studio casita is separate and has a full kitchen, bath, separate storage, washer/dryer plus a carport. The 2-car garage for the main house is oversized for extra storage as well. This property is totally livable “as is” but call on your inner prince or princess and awaken this sleeping beauty and live happily ever after!

RETIRED BUT NOT RETIRING? OVER 55 BUT YOUNG AT HEART? This welcoming 2BR/1½ BA, 1, 060 sq. ft. home in Valverde Commons, the premier CoHousing Community in Northern New Mexico (55+ in town community), could be your answer to life after the rat race, the mundane, and the ho hum. The home, the only one for sale, is basically new (2016) and has a bright, light open living area, kitchen w/pantry, Saltillo tile floors and Mexican tile accents, a portal on 2 sides and patio plus subfloor radiant heat, nat’l gas and city water and sewer. What is CoHousing? What is Valverde Commons? Almost 20 yrs ago a vibrant collection of Taos locals wanted a place near town where they could enjoy walking or biking to shops, restaurants, the library, farmer’s market, concerts, and openings as well as being in a pastoral setting and attached to the land. They wanted a beautiful space with views of the mountains for gatherings, concerts, dinners, and activities. They wanted an open space to feel safe while walking the dog or just walking to count their steps for a healthy heart. They also wanted a woodworking shop, gardening spaces and studio spaces. They wanted all this while still making a small footprint on Mother Earth. Thus, Valverde Commons was born. Now with over 20 existing homes of the 28 max, this baby is thriving. The club house is beautiful, there’s 10 ac. Sunset Park adjoining the compound for those walks (and sunsets), and there’s a big barn with a workshop and a place for gardening equipment yet nothing about Valverde Commons is common. Each house is unique as are all the residents. One can participate as much or as little as you like. However, beware. With this group you may find yourself in a Taos ski group, a biking group, a birding group, an archeology group, a readers group, the opera group and then there are writer, painter, and potter groups. Surely there must be a wine group. Didn’t see what you like? You can start your own group. Valverde Commons is a place to be who you are with accepting and helpful neighbors only asking that you be a good neighbor too. CoHousing is a lifestyle. Check out Valverde Commons at www.valverdecommons.com and see if this could be your next home.