THE PARKER ESTATE. EVERY DAY’S A VACATION in this stunning 6,787 sq ft. 6BR/5½BA/3CG pueblo style home complete with swimming pool and hot tub on 20 ac. bordering USFS in Turley Mills. Stately double doors grace the dramatic entrance leading to the expansive great room, kitchen, and dining on the left and a welcoming sitting room on the right, both with fireplaces and room to display your art. Vigas, bancos, nichos, an abundance of hand adzed wood, rich colored hand troweled plaster, and tasteful tile work lend a true Taos ambiance throughout. Start your day with a quick workout in your home gym or do a few laps in the pool then take off out your door for your morning hike. You have your choice of patios for having coffee or tea and enjoying the flowers and trees and the birds and the bees. Or if you prefer indoor activities, you can curl up with a book by the fire or watch TV in the room of your choice. If entertaining family and friends (there’s plenty of room for both) is your idea of fun, you’ll love the fully equipped kitchen, formal dining area, plus the greatest family room ever with huge windows to bring the outdoors in. It’s the perfect place for mountain views, watching the snow fly, warming yourself by the fire, catching a game on TV or playing a game of chess or charades. The outdoor spaces are as inviting as the indoor spaces . A large, covered portal with gorgeous views overlooks the pool and hot tub area complete with pool house. The walled front patio is perfect for a party or toasting marshmallows or toasting each other by yet another fireplace. At the end of a busy day escape to the first floor master suite with his and her baths, a kiva fireplace, a sauna, and an upstairs meditation room (or office, if you must). All your guests can be tucked away so you all enjoy privacy and space in an ultimately serene setting. The 3 car heated garage has additional closed storage and there’s a generator in case of a “lights out”. When you do venture out, you’ll find the location in this gated, upscale area (10 ac. minimums) is convenient to Taos Ski Valley, picturesque Arroyo Seco, the Rio Grande Nat’l Monument, and is only 25 min to historic Taos Plaza. Wow, you can have it all!! For more photos please see Santa Fe MLS#201805501

LA DOLCE VIDA – This stunning, artistic 6,085 sq. ft., 5 bedroom 5 1/2 bath pueblo-style home w/ 3CG in the heart of Taos (I block from historic Taos Plaza) has everything you need to enjoy the good life. The interior boasts gracious living areas with plenty of room for entertaining family & friends with feasts for the eyes at every turn. Antique Indian doors, hand carved tribal art, hand painted tiles by artist Jim Wagner, curving arches, kiva fireplaces, bold vigas, intricate carvings, and traditional hand troweled plaster with mica accents combine to create a home both elegant and earthy. Your own biosphere assures you have an oasis in this high desert for your fix of tropical green. Although right in town, this gated home surrounded by high adobe walls provides a sense of security, privacy, and quiet plus off street parking. One enters this unique home thru dramatic antique double doors into a space designed to display your art and leads to the welcoming living room with kiva fireplace. A wet bar is right around the corner. The large kitchen boasts granite counter tops, a deluxe Dacor stove, 2 subzero refrigerators, built in buffet, an eat in area, pantry and wine coolers. For large gatherings, you’ll love the formal dining room with striking fireplace and hand carved cabinet doors. Choose a master suite either up or down stairs. The downstairs suite (or mother-in- law/guest casita) has an exterior entrance, is self-contained and has a bedroom with Roman style luxury bath and living area with kiva FP and sweet kitchen. Or, escape upstairs and enjoy a spacious living area with kiva FP, nice bedroom, a grand walk-in closet, and beautiful bath. Kids, grand kids, or the young at heart will delight in the bedroom with the cozy alcove and loft with colorful bath with Wagner tiles or the one with the built-in bunks and desk with yet another full bath with Wagner tiles. Another spacious bedroom with built in desk is tucked off the biosphere with room for hanging out and working or watching TV. After a day of skiing, you can relax in the hot tub and star gaze, gather around the huge fire-pit and toast marshmallows or just retreat inside and toast your toes by one of the many kiva fireplaces. “Think” Southwest Scheherazade and be prepared to unleash your hidden prince or princess within. (The attached lot zoned R-14 is included in the price so there is room for expansion or development)

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.

ARTFUL ADOBE Whether you need space to hang your art collection or space to create your art, this 3,041 sq. ft. adobe with 3BR/2BA, an over-sized 2 car garage, and a large interior studio in a desirable north side location could be THE ONE. The great, great room has a beautiful corner kiva fireplace, vigas, Saltillo tile and lots of hand carved accents and large windows for Taos Mtn. views. The areas are defined but open and the dining area has room for all your family heirlooms and the generous kitchen, the place to cook for holiday gatherings or dinner for two. With butcher block countertops, there’s lots of prep space and there’s lots of cabinets for lots of storage. The split floor plan allows you to retreat to the master suite in privacy and enjoy the kiva fireplace or the Jacuzzi. (separate shower) The walk-in closet is a clever walk-thru. You’ll also enjoy the views and access to the portal and gardens out front. The 2nd BR opens onto the “catio”, yes, the fenced patio to keep your cat or cats safe or just remove wiring to return to secluded patio. (Fido hasn’t been forgotten. There’s a nice fenced dog run too!) Purpose the 3rd BR as a library, office, or BR and then there’s the large studio with sink. So many options! You may actually enjoy doing laundry in the bright, light laundry room with sink and exterior access and there’s 3 storage areas for your extras. The over-sized 2-car garage also has an extra storage room that was once a dark room. Other features of this well-maintained adobe include hand troweled smooth plaster interior, Nat’l gas, sub-floor radiant heat, and private well. With the accessible year-round location in Upper Colonias off the Ski Valley Rd., you’re between town and Taos Ski Valley and you’re close to several restaurants, a wine shop, tennis, pickle ball, and you can walk your dog right out the door. USFS is about 20 min away for fun in the great outdoors and town about 12 min. for shopping, galleries, theatre and more.

HAPPINESS IS: An energy efficient, light filled 2,128 sq. ft., gem of a home with 3BR/2BA and heated garage. A metal pitched roof. (While friends and neighbors are shoveling their roofs and fixing leaks you’ll be out hanging on the slopes or enjoying your hobbies) Easy access on a county road in Upper Colonias in between town and Taos Ski Valley. Stunning mountain views. Cozying up to a sculptured corner kiva fireplace in the high-ceilinged living room with a cocoa or cognac watching the snow fly. Cooking for a crowd or a couple in the deluxe kitchen with cherry wood cabinetry echoing the look of built in furniture complete with pantry. A spacious master suite and bath with both steam shower and soaking tub. A place for guests. A place for your office. A place for your pets – a catio or “doggio”. Places to sit and watch the sunset or sip your coffee. A hot tub to destress and star watch. Beautiful, established landscaping with drip irrigation. Are you smiling yet? The low utility bills should do it. Don’t worry. Be Happy!

YOU LIGHT UP MY LIFE. 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 starry skies yet town is only 10 min. away and Taos Ski Valley or Angel Fire is only 45 min.

OH MY, THE POSSIBILITIES!! This 2,400 sq. ft. adobe residence with separate 450 sq. ft. office or casita on .44+/- ac. has been a home/office for years. Zoned C-2 there are so many more possible uses in the fantastic location on Cruz Alta just across from Kit Carson Elec. offices. Professional offices, retail sales, cottage industry, or even a café or coffee shop are allowed in this zone. The well-maintained property has mainly wood and brick flooring, thick adobe walls, nichos, 3 kiva fireplaces, a full kitchen, 3BR and 2 full baths in the main building. There's even a steam shower and jacuzzi tub! It’s delightfully quirky. Separate office/casita has entrance area and light filled office plus small kitchen and bath. Either or both are certainly rentable in our tight rental market. Large trees, a big fully fenced yard, a buried 11-zone drip irrigation system, a garage & workshop area, and a great in-town location make this THE right place for THE right person or family. Town sewer, water (private well too), and nat’l gas.

THE BEST THINGS IN LIFE ARE FREE, and the Northside home to enjoy them only $365,000. Sunrises to awaken the senses, Taos Mountain to inspire the heart, ever changing skies to stir the imagination, and sunsets to soothe the soul are all yours to experience from this 1,338 sq. ft 2BR/2BA/2CG adobe home with sunroom on .99+/- ac. looking over Taos Pueblo land. High ceilings and lot of light in the living area provide an airy/open feel and big windows provide big mountain views. Cozy up to the corner kiva fireplace and toast your toes or make toasts to each other by firelight. The master bedroom is blessed with mtn views too along with a nice size walk-in. The second bedroom doubles as a deluxe office and windows on 3 sides bring the outside in. An added benefit are the quality honeycomb blinds throughout the house. Start your day having your coffee or tea in the comfy sunroom and feel the serenity that the open spaces of high desert beauty provide. Have hobbies or like to tinker? The finished 2 car garage with windows also has work spaces and a sink. Like to garden? A sweet greenhouse is the place to get your starts started. Pretty as a picture, the front courtyard has established perennials and a rock fountain. At days end as the sunset wanes, gather with friends round the iron wall fire-pit in the back, have a cocoa or Cabernet, breathe in the pristine air, star watch, and count your blessings !! (Furnishings nego. What could be easier?)

SEEING IS BELIEVING - You won’t believe the value of this new 2,000+/- sq. ft. 3BR/2BA pueblo style home on 1 ac. until you see it. The living room windows frame Taos Mountain. It has all the Southwest touches like vigas, corner kiva fireplaces, Saltillo tile floors, and smooth hand troweled plaster interior. The great room has great high coved ceilings for that airy, open feel. The kitchen features stainless appliances and a deep stainless sink. You’ll enjoy the split floor plan and the expansiveness of the master suite with kiva fireplace, more views, large walk-in and bath with jacuzzi type tub. Guests will appreciate the 2 ample bedrooms with Jack & Jill bath. You’ll appreciate the large laundry room complete with sink. Sit on the walled front portal and take in the views while reading, just relaxing, or reminiscing with friends. The home is located for year-round access just off Cuchilla Rd. with close proximity to town, Ranchos, golf, hiking, biking, fishing and Taos Ski Valley and Angel Fire are both less than an hour. You really won’t believe the value until you check out new construction costs in the area - $250-$300 p.s.f. not including land, well/septic, and utilities. Yikes! This home is coming in at just $175 p.s.f. and owner will work with buyer on change requests. Make an appt. to see it today!!