Enchanted Homes August/September 2015

NORTHERN NEW MEXICO’S REAL ESTATE & LIVING MAGA ZINE • AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2015

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BRAD AND JANET’S MODERN FARM AN INCOMPARABLE TWO-DOMED HOME ON SIX LUSH ACRES IN HISTORIC LOS CORDOVAS VALLEY

FOR A GREEN TAOS, CONSERVE WATER

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Evan R. Blish, Broker 575-776-8106 Greg Jaramillo, Associate Broker • (575) 770-1270 Jolie Jones, Associate Broker • (575) 741-0603 Chris Stagg, Associate Broker • (575) 776-7490 Peter Blake, Associate Broker • (575) 779-1869 Website: pinoninvestmentsoftaos.com E-mail: pinoneb@newmex.com

DES MONTES

UPPER COLONIAS

Remarkable 3 bedroom/3 bath adobe home in Des Montes on 3 acres.

Energy efficient, “green” home, has non-toxic clay walls, perfect for the environmentally sensitive. Acoustically perfect living room w/ 20’ ceilings. Indoor lap pool, with salt non chlorine system. Vigas, split cedar latillas, coved ceilings, expansive gourmet kitchen. Solar, photo voltaic.

Travertine marble floors. Spectacular stone and wood work throughout.

Cozy outside patio spaces & gazebo, with panoramic 360 degree views. Peace and solitude. Expansive creative environment. Cool!

MLS #89352 $995,000.

Sophisticated Contemporary style in this Upper Colonias home on 1.4 acres with terrific Taos Mountain views. This 2 bedroom 2 bath house features recently remodeled baths, an office, yoga/exercise room with southern exposure and library with custom bookshelves. The 19’ ceiling in the spacious living room has a wood ceiling with modern , light wooden beams and large sliding door opening to one of three patios. Each room has a sliding glass door opening on to a patio. Mechanical system totally upgraded with new furnace and on demand water heater. Hook up for hot tub, recreational vehicle, 2 car detached garage, frontage on Arroyo Seco stream and quiet setting at the end of the road makes this property a relaxed oasis in a green zone. Home is energy efficient with new heating systems and acrylic roof, which adds to insulating qualities. Alarm system installed. MLS #96763 $590,000

UPPER COLONIAS

VALDEZ FOOTHILLS

Charming, gracious, well maintained Pueblo style home in desirable Upper Colonias. 3400 square feet, 4 bedroom, 3 bath home on 3.95 acres. Tremendous views of Taos Mountain. Upstairs master suite with separate tub and shower. Includes private deck for sunning and star gazing. This a must see. Easy to show, call for an appointment today. MLS #96195 $699,000

Exquisitely tasteful, extremely well executed, this jewel on the ridge in Valdez is a beauty. 2 bedroom 2 bath adobe home with brick floors and hot water radiant in floor heat, included detached office and garage with exercise room. Gourmet kitchen has granite countertops, stainless appliances, halogen lighting. Kiva fireplace in living and in master suite.

Master bath has jacuzzi tub with views of Taos Mountain and Valdez Valley, also walk in shower. Full sized laundry with Caesar stone countertops.

Second bath is tumbled marble. Smooth troweled plaster. Make this your gateway to Ski Valley and the mountains out the back door. 3 acre parcel has level extra building site overlooking the beautiful Valdez Valley.

MLS #96976 $419,000

WEIMER

UPPER RANCHITOS

Absolutely gorgeous spacious adobe home in immaculate condiQuaint remodeled adobe with a zen feel, bright colorful home tion on 3 acre lot in Upper Weimer. has passive solar features, features soft adobe plaster, hand carved lentils,leaded glass lots of light and spectacular views, built by Michael Carroll, this 3 accents, nichos, solar tubes and wood and tile floors. Open great bed/3 bath home has separate office. Master suite with attached room with kitchen, living and dining. Bath features over size tub sunroom and private patio with hot tub. Living room opens on to and full walk in shower. Kitchen with stainless steel appliances. western patio w/ fountain and grassy yard. Copper countertops.

Master has extra room for baby or office. Hot water radiant in Media room. Tile floors, 2 kiva fireplaces, beams, vigas and coved floor heat. MLS #97102 $225,000 ceilings. Entertainer’s delight. MLS #90970 $625,000 Enchanted Homes Vol. CIV • 2 • All properties can be found at www.enchantedhomeseller.com

Welcome from the Taos County Chamber of Commerce ¡Bienvenidos!

PROTECT YOUR HOME AND DISCOVER WHY SO MANY NEW MEXICANS TRUST THEIR HOMES TO WANDA LUCERO

The Taos community celebrates all that our bountiful land provides from our glorious sun-filled days that grow our crops at local farms to ranches where livestock thrives. This environment also feeds our souls and provides locally grown produce. Taoseños and visitors find fantastic produce and products at the weekly Taos Farmers Market on Historic Taos Plaza each Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Many restaurants feature locally grown ingredients on their menus.

Photo by Katharine Egli

Join the Chamber each Thursday evening from May 28 to Sept. 3 for Taos Plaza Live, our free community concert by local musicians. This year the Chamber is hosting a new “Taste of Taos” event Oct. 11. Join us that Sunday afternoon on the Plaza for tastes from our local restaurants, and wineries and breweries.

The Taos County Chamber of Commerce invites you into the Enchanted Circle through the pages of this magazine and around the 87-mile loop that encompasses our communities of Questa, Red River, Eagle Nest, Angel Fire, Taos, Taos Pueblo and Taos Ski Valley to see beautiful views of the mountains in summer and early autumn.

The members of the Taos County Chamber of Commerce include our local shops, banks, service providers, hotels, B & Bs, restaurants, galleries and museums, medical and legal professionals, town and county employees and individuals working together to “Keep Taos Local.” The Chamber supports these efforts with its “Keep Taos Local, Put Your Money Where Your Heart Is!” campaign that encompasses and expands on national efforts to be mindful of small, independent businesses. Please visit our stores, galleries, restaurants, and museums to ensure this unique community is here for generations to come!

This is a celebration year in Taos. In 1615 Taos was established as a Spanish village. It is the 100th anniversary of the Taos Society of Artists, the 300th anniversary of the acequia culture, 200th anniversary of the famed, historic San Francisco de Asís Church in Ranchos de Taos, the 60th ski season at Taos Ski Valley, and the 50th anniversary of accessibility to western Taos County over the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge. Of course, Taos Pueblo has been continuously inhabited for over a 1,000 years and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Our enchanted land is not only steeped in history but also has the future well in hand with the new Río Grande Del Norte National Monument — 310,528 acres of beautiful land, river and gorge in Northern New Mexico.

Wanda Lucero 211 Kit Carson Road 575-737-5433 wandalucero.com

The Taos County Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to creating a community of possibilities and opportunities for those new to Taos and lifelong Taoseños.

Our slogan of “Taos County Chamber of Commerce Makes Business Better” is guiding our efforts to include all businesses and individuals in an enhanced life in Taos County. Please feel free to contact us for more information. Please visit our website at www.taoschamber.com for member events and current information. Welcome and enjoy our wonderful Taos County!

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BURCH STREET CONDO

CHARMING IN TOWN CONDO with 1 bedroom and l bath. Easy walk to the shops, restaurants, galleries, museums, and park. Wood floors, sunny eat in kitchen with yellow counter tops, walled courtyard that faces a pond, mature trees, and plantings. MLS 95219 Asking $205,000

LOTS OF SPACE FOR MANY USES

CHARMING TERRITORIAL STYLE HOME in idyllic location. Wood stove in living room, turquoise counter top tile in kitchen, cozy dining room. Great pasture and foothill views from large upstairs studio or loft bedroom. Garage has water and electric. Property is fenced. Acequia is a nice water feature. MLS 93952 Asking $179,000

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FORECLOSURE ON DOLAN STREET

EXCELLENT LOCATION on Dolan Street.

Close to restaurants, galleries, shops, museums, and the park. 1 bedroom 1 bath condo with open floor plan, cement floors, kiva fireplace, stack washer dryer MLS 96923 Asking $157,900

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GOOD LOCATION IN HISTORIC DISTRICT on Montoya Street. Very short distance to the plaza, shops, restaurants, galleries. 3 bedrooms plus den, 2 car detached garage and large workshop.

MLS 95916 Asking $109,900

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GREAT LOCATION with mountain views, located in town, with utilities at lot line and water rights. Access off paved road. Property is completely fenced and can be subdivided into 3 parcels: 2 one acre parcels, and one parcel of .92 acres MLS 97098 Asking $174,900 GET-AWAY CABIN WITH VIEWING DECK

CABIN WITH FANTASTIC VIEWS of Jicarita Mtn and the valley. Lots of windows so the cabin is light and bright. 2 bedroom 1 bath A frame with apprx 900 sq ft and large deck for bbqing, viewing the changing colors of the aspens or snow capp'e d Jicarita Mtn, or watching the elk heard in the meadow. Cabin has been well maintained and is in move in condition. Close to ski ing, fishing, hiking.

MLS 92700 Asking $119,000

LARGE HOME in town, convenient to schools, medical facilities, consumer services, and recreation venues. 2834 square feet with 3 bedrooms, and 3 baths. Upstairs has large master suite plus l bedroom and l bath, living room, kitchen and dining area. Also a breezeway for storage. Downstairs has large family room/living room, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, and laundry room. Perfect for guests or as in-law quarters. MLS 96945 Asking $339,000

POT CREEK LOT

NICE WOODED LOT that borders the Carson National forest. Several good building sites. Year round access with utilities at the lot line. Close to many recreation areas for hiking, biking, skiing, fishing, golfing, medical facilities, schools. Located in the well maintained Lavender Farrell subdivision with restrictions.

MLS 96118 Asking $60,000

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2 STORY HOME WITH 360 DEGREE MOUNTAIN VIEWS ON 1 ACRE. Large master suite upstairs with viewing deck. 2 bedrooms 1 bath with living room and kitchen down stairs. Kitchen with island and stainless steel 3 piece sink.

House has nice southwestern features like nichos, kiva fireplace in living room and vigas in the ceiling. MLS 97202 Asking $199,900

NEW LISTING

GREAT LOCATION IN TOWN close to schools, medical facilities, employment, consumer services, and recreation. Large home with mountain views, fenced yard. 4 bedrooms 2 baths, apprx 2184 sq ft, newly remodeled with large addition in 20122013. Tile floors, upgraded kitchen. Garage was converted to a heated room which could be an office, studio or converted back to 1 car garage. Well maintained and in move in condition. Large covered patio in back yard. MLS 96618 Asking $199,000

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FABULOUS LOCATION AT THE BASE OF THE FOOTHILLS with views of rock outcroppings and foothills. The Rio Grande is located right across the road.

Many hiking trails and plenty of fishing spots are nearby.

House is 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, with 2286 square feet. This lovely home has a sunroom, workshop area, and a garage.

With 6.04 acres there is plenty of room for gardening and space to park an RV. MLS 96741 Asking $375,000

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4 UNIT RENTAL IN GOOD LOCATION close to schools, medical facilities, consumer services, and recreation venues. MLS 96564 Asking $121,700

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Luxury Horse Property Custom home for elegant entertaining, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, office, big views of Taos Mountain, beautiful gardens, horse fenced pasture, and guest house on 2.7 acres.

3 car garage. Barn has 4 roomy stalls with attached outdoor paddocks partially covered plus 2 more stalls, washing station, and heated tack room with 1/2 bathroom. Separate hay barn, 2 wells, Large sand riding arena and the list goes on.

You and your horses will love living here!

$1.15 M

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HISTORIC CHAMBERS RANCH 2,840 Acres.

Remote, quiet and beautiful, yet only 1 mile off of US 285 in Tres Piedras. Arroyo Aguaje de la Petaca passes through property with lush vegetation and numerous Petroglyphs. Big sky views in all directions.

MLS #97052 $2,690,000

CASA DE LUZ Radiant space of light and movement from every perspective in this custom designed 3 bed/2.5 bath home plus guesthouse, by renowned architect Bill Hoffman with inspiring mountain views from every room. Orchard, gardens & over 100 trees on secluded 3.87 verdant acres, only minutes to Taos Plaza. MLS #93330 $2,395,000 http://taosnewmexico.com/casa-de-luz/

SANDOVAL-HUSTON ORIGINAL The artists personal residence exemplifies the essence of Northern New Mexico. A 3000 sq. ft. adobe home, guest house, chapel, and even adobe chicken coop are nestled among trees, with inspiring Taos Mountain views. This is an original, no lithographs or Gicleeversions will ever be available! MLS #96729 $997,000 http://taosnewmexico.com/sandoval/

PRIVATE RESIDENCE OR DEVELOPMENT in one of the most sought after neighborhoods in Taos! Classic Pueblo style 2018 sq. ft., 2 bed/2 bath home + home office on 2.7 acres adjacent to El Monte Sagrado with R4 zoning. Modern amenities with historic Taos charm in a quiet location. Includes 3 car garage with studio space and basement bungalow. MLS #96481 $749,000

TAOS MOUNTAIN VIEWS! Walls of windows bring the Sangre de Cristos and their ever changing light and color into almost every room of this 4 bed/3.5 bath 3364 sq. ft. energy efficient home with spacious great room w/ 12 ft. ceilings, Brazilian Koa wood flooring and sunny open kitchen.

Expansive outdoor living area that looks out over 4.5 acres of pastoral land and the mountains. Attached 3 car heated garage. MLS #96687 $652,900

THE LAUGHING HORSE INN Inn occupies a Hispanic adobe built in 1887. It has 10 rooms with shared baths and three suites with private baths that sleep four to six. Th e iconic Laughing Horse is now being run as an Airbnb and is a favorite of thrifty travelers worldwide!

MLS #97059 $445,000

TAOS CHARM Original adobe restored as a treasured vacation home with a guesthouse or second rental unit. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac with mature trees and lawn all within walking distance to Taos Plaza.

The Guesthouse is an updated 1 Bed/1Bath with a separate entrance. MLS #97057 $387,000

THE SUNSET HOUSE!! 3 bed / 2 bath 1630 sq ft home in immaculate condition. Open plan with vaulted ceilings, very large kitchen with island & lots of natural light. New deck w/hot tub, perennial gardens and drip irrigation. Incredible views of both the mountains and spectacular sunsets. MLS #95948 $215,000

This lovely condo on tree-lined Liebert St. has it all: 1 bed/ 1bath, sun-filled rooms with fine craftsmanship and amenities throughout plus low HOA fees. Beautiful common grounds and charming patio. Leisurely 10 minute stroll to Taos Plaza. MLS #96724 $197,000

DREAMCATCHER REAL ESTATE COMPANY www.taosnewmexico.com

575.758.3606 pavel@taosnewmexico.com

Celebr ating 20 years in Taos Real Estate Enchanted Homes Vol. CIV •

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You won’t believe your eyes...this spacious & lovely 4 bedroom/4 baths, 2,799 sq. ft. in-town home is beyond fabulous! Owner has transformed every room into a living work of art. Both kitchens have been renovated along with all 4 baths. New closets & solid wood doors have been added throughout. Incredible outside spaces have been improved so you can enjoy the VIEWS and the beautiful vegetable gardens, mature trees, grass and fruit trees that surround the property.

All watered with your private well. Also, connected to Town water & sewer. 2 car garage with an additional storage/workshop. Looking for a rental income or mother-in-law suite? This could be the spot!

This little gem will surprise you. Well maintained inside and out this well constructed little abode is move-in ready. Set in a quiet spot the house sits off to one side of a large beautiful green field. Lots of room for another dwelling or a big agricultural greenhouse. The home has a fireplace and large windows in the living area, a country kitchen with open area, recently plastered walls, wood floors and bedroom with shared bath. Mud room too. There are 1400 sf of out buildings that needs a little love...but could be usable. This is worth a look. Call us for a tour.

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Three freestanding buildings for sale in this great location has a variety of options. Currently Adventure Ski Shop occupies the front building with the other 2 buildings situated behind this property. The middle property is rented for office space & the 3,600 sq ft building is back is the Taos Taos Hunting Put your your business business in in one one or or more more and and Hunting Store Store & & Archery Archery facility. facility. Put rent rent the the remainder remainder to to income income tenants. tenants. Buildings Buildings & & landscaping landscaping are are both both well well maintained. maintained. Plenty Plenty of of parking. parking.

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MLS # 95984

205 Ranchitos Rd, Taos

$579,000

Located off Hwy 230, close to the lovely town of Arroyo Seco & the world famous Taos Ski Valley, this stunning parcel is worth taking a look. This site has beautiful & unobstructed views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Plenty of options and no restrictions make this a nice investment parcel. Property irrigated for agricultural use, horses or farm environment.

A really sweet piece and access couldn’t be easier! Build your dream home & barn for your horses! Call John for more information & to view this truly spectacular land in Des Montes.

MLS # 96479 MLS # 95220

1.38 ac 2.77 ac

$99,000 $199,000

Come see why Dos Arroyos is one of the most desired subdivisions in Taos. This quiet & private community is located in an excellent location close to Holy Cross Hospital, the Town of Taos & Carson National Forest trails for hiking & biking. Paved roads, Town Water & Sewer and all utilities at lot make this one of the most reasonable & desirable lots in the Weimer area.

0.17 Acres HOA covers: Snow Removal, Maintenance of 3 Common Areas as well as maintenance of a plumping station from homes from the end of the subdivision.

MLS # 96821

Find out “What‛s Cooking” at www.TaosProperties.com

$65,000

575-758-9500

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NEW This luxury unit is furnished for comfort, warmth and style by a very hands on management team that takes care of all the details. Located slope side just below the day care center at TSV. Check out our fees and the rental history of this unit and compare. You will not be disappointed. Unit is turnkey with great amenities, sweet views and income when you are not visiting yourself. Unit comes fully furnished. 1,000 sq ft. with 2 Bdrms & 2 Baths, 25� cathedral ceilings, river rock (gas) fireplace, travertine marble, Jacuzzi tub, European shower panels, open concept living. 3 separate entrances for more rental potential. On site washer & dryer, hot tub, storage, parking.

MLS# 92014

$299,900

Padilla trail trail Padilla

MLS# 97060

$425,000

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Great community with upscale homes. Gently sloping hills feature spectacular views of mountains to the north and east. Only a short distance to the Rio Grande Gorge. Numerous hiking and horse trails in the area.

Pueblo adobe and territorial homes are featured in the community. A variety of building sites exist on this wonderful lot. Horses are allowed. A nice opportunity to build the home of your dreams.

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This beautifully constructed territorial home, with 1,997 sq ft, is in immaculate condition! With 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths it has all that you need. Property is private, 3.12 acres of forested land with mountain views. The open floor plan, connecting the dining, kitchen and living space lends itself to great family entertaining. Guests can also spill out onto the outside patios and walled courtyards. Radiant floor heat, new wood stove, plus trombe wall all add to the energy efficiency. Tasteful landscaping & large trees throughout the property adds to the serenity of the home. 2 Car-Carport and outside storage shed.

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Top of the World...Situated in the heart of El Salto this 5bed/3bath plus office & wine rm is the perfect family retreat. You will be mesmerized by the sound of the stream, the views of the mountains and the quietness of this neighborhood! The top floor holds the MS & office. The main floor with an open floor plan includes the living room, cook’s kitchen & large dining rm. These rooms all have maple flooring & large windows to capture the natural light & incredible views. The wrap around deck and balcony off the kitchen allows for easy entertaining. Property is beautifully landscaped with drip irrigation, running stream along border and private pond. 2 Car Garage, 2,979 Sq ft all on 2.94 acres. Call us today!

MLS# 97093

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This adorable & sweet 1 bdrm/1bath immaculate adobe home is situated on 1.652 acres of the most beautiful, lush land in Talpa. This home has old world charm with updated amenities. This includes a lovely cooks kitchen with ample counter and kitchen space, along with the original Mealmaster stove. Relax * enjoy the spacious living & dining room, which extend into a covered portal for bbqs, sunsets and spectacular views.

Includes a bountiful backyard garden, plus three outdoor sheds and a $149,000 $149,000 root cellar for your storage needs. Accommodates any pets or horses you may want to bring along. Water Rights from the Acequia Del Rio Chiquito.

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Enchanted Homes August/September 2015, Vol. CIV

A Letter from The Taos County Chamber of Commerce

50 Inside Out: Creative elements and furnishings for your home

18 Building Green: For a Green Taos, Conserve Water

52 Enchanted Circle Area Map

22 Realtor Profile: Andrea Frost

57 Taos Ski Valley Community Profile

24 9 Questions: Jenny Lancaster, owner and operator of Diamond Horseshoe Ranch

58 Red River Community Profile

28 Brad and Janet's Modern Farm: An incomparable two-domed home on six lush acres in historic Los Cordovas valley 46 Crestina and Jim Trujillo-Armstrong: Stewards of the land

Contributing Writers Harvey Blaustein Andy Dennison Ted Dimond Teresa Dovalpage Vishu Magee Yvonne Pesquera

54 Taos County Community Profile

59 Here & There: Real Estate in Taos vs. Vail, Colorado 60 Angel Fire Community Profile 62 Questa Community Profile 64 Real Estate Finance: Clearing up confusion over annual percentage rate 70 Market Share: On land and ranches

Cover Art: “Cliffs At Pillar” 20" x 24" oil on canvas $1,600

By Steve Spellman Spellman is a Taos resident and his work can be viewed at Copper Moon Gallery 105 Kit Carson Road Taos NM 87571 575-758-8833 www.coppermoongallerytaos.com

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MLS# 97079 .... $339,000 .... .66 acres

SOLD!

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LAKE FORK CONDO

$479,000

Luxurious, Ski in Ski out Condo in Taos Ski Valley!! High Ceilings and Incredible Views located on the Top Floor, on the River! Enjoy the Therapeutic Sound of the Water while Barbequing on the grill. This unit comes "AS IS" completely furnished and turn key! This unit was EXTENSIVELY re-modeled AND YOU HAVE TO SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT. MLS# 96911 ......... Unit #6 ........ $529,000

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GREAT SKI CABIN Excellent opportunity for ownership in Taos Ski Valley. This Well built Cabin features a short 3 minute walk to the slopes, almost ski in ski out. 2BR & Loft 2BA. Sit on the front porch and enjoy the views and the sound of the river!

MLS# 97182.......$519,000

UNDER CONTRACT

Reduced Price $429,000

LUXURIOUS CONDO'S AT THE ST. MORITZ! WORLD CLASS LOCATION just 2 minutes from the slopes; maybe even closer. Quality Construction, Beautiful Architecture, Scenic Views, AND LOW HOA DUES make this project very attractive. All Units feature Granite Counters, Kitchen Aid Stainless Appliances, Patio's & Balconies, & Gas Fireplaces. Take advantage of locker room on ground oor and your own ski closet! These condo's are the best value in Taos Ski Valley!

3 - One Bedroom Units available from $399,000 - $439,000. MLS #'s 97083, 97084, 97089 3UNDER - Two Bedroom Units available from $499,000 - $529,000. MLS #'s 97085, 97086, 97087 CONTRACT Enchanted Homes Vol. CIV •

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Designer/Builder of beautiful, homes with no energy bills - First certified Passive House in Taos - First LEED Platinum House in Taos

Contact: doug.bridgers@gmail.com Ph: 575-613-2233

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Come Home to Taos “Just as no two houses are alike, no two clients are alike.Your goals and concerns are as individual as you are, and they matter. If you’re ready for extraordinary service, call me, Page Sullivan.”

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Picture-perfect Town of Taos Home

2BR/2BA/2200sf home with 1BR/1BA/650sf guesthouse & oversized attached 2 car garage with workshop, tucked away on 0.56 acres on lovely, private residential street.

MLS 96898 $749,000

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Split-level Cordovas Home with Water Rights

4BR/4BA/2952sf split-level home with 2 car garage on 2 lush acres. Two master suites, free-standing gas-log fireplace with custom copper hood, landscaped courtyards, big views.

MLS 96826 $489,000

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Town of Taos Adobe Rich in Character & Style

Elegant Adobe in Los Altos Neighborhood

2BR/3BA/2300sf home built circa 1920, remodeled 2006, on 0.45 acres in the Historic District. Outer courtyard, four interior courtyards, stately cottonwoods, stellar location.

MLS 96952 $650,000

3BR/2BA/3883sf home with marble finishes, upscale appliances, gardens, fantastic sunken great room, gourmet kitchen, formal dining room, delightful garden room, five fireplaces.

MLS 95338 $699,000

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Taos Ski Valley

Arroyo Hondo

Town of Taos

2BR/2BA/1000sf ski-in/ski-out condo. Fully furnished turnkey property. Stone fireplace, full kitchen, on-site parking, owner storage, lockoff capability.

MLS 96660 $380,000

4BR/3.5BA/2400sf pumice home with detached 2 car garage on 1.08 grassy acres with water rights. Designed to take advantage of natural light via beautiful windows & french doors.

MLS 96527 $880,000

2BR/2BA/2001sf adobe/post-&-beam/strawbale house on 0.668 acres with water rights, gardens, and detached 2 car carport. Green & energy efficient. Two sunrooms!

MLS 96100 $319,000

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Hondo Mesa

3BR/2BA/1601sf adobe home with attached oversized 1 car garage on 1.43 acres with views for miles. Stainless steel appliances, viga/T&G ceilings, ceramic tile floors MLS 95967

$295,000

Des Montes

2BR/2.5BA/4230sf home on 2 verdant acres is a masterpiece: 2 master suites, a studio-workshop, a sunlit den, & a colorful gourmet kitchen. Covered portals, glorious views. Elegant, comfortable, and fun!

MLS 97114 $995,000

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Valdez

2BR/3BA/1200sf three-story turnkey condo. Features a fireplace on each floor. Deck, covered porch, 15 minutes to TSV, 10 minutes to Arroyo Seco, and 20 minutes to Taos.

MLS 96624 $220,000

Upper Colonias

3BR/3.5BA/3361sf adoBe with heated attached 2 car garage with workshop & extra storage, all set on one acre.

Marvelous views, fireplaces in library & great room, lush walled garden, patio, & covered porch.

MLS 95611 $739,000

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Blueberry Hill

Pilar

2BR/2BA/1650sf frame and adobe home with detached 1C carport and gazebo on 1.665 acres. Graceful curving lines & arches, nichos, viga/T&G ceilings, and other design features offer Southwest appeal.

MLS 94303 $339,000

2BR/1BA/1300sf adobe, block, & frame home on 0.9 gorgeously grassy acres with water rights. Historic adobe was built in 1788 but has all modern conveniences.

MLS 97031 $239,000

Cabresto Canyon

Arroyo Hondo

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Tres Piedras

6BR/2BA/2000sf frame & strawbale home on 0.25 acres with great southern exposure, lots of windows, excellent passive solar gain, beautiful land, pretty views.

456sf one-room log cabin on 5.18 wooded acres on a rare in-holding of private land in the middle of US Forest Service land. Originally constructed in 1915. Rustic but comfy!

3BR/2BA/1232sf manufactured home on 0.36 acres in a sweet location. Oversized 2 car garage adds value. Big covered front porch, ramp for wheelchair access, new carpet.

MLS 96942

MLS 97042

MLS 95993

$110,000

$130,000

$98,000

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Lama

Valle Vista Subdivision

Blueberry Hill

12.09 acres with big old-growth trees, huge views, multiple building sites, & solar-powered well with 2 holding tanks, great water production. Trails border USFS.

3.05 acre homesite with well share is priced to sell.

Neighboring greenbelt is available to subdivision residents (perfect for nature walks--and don’t miss the petroglyphs.)

5.2 acres is the largest lot available in the Mira Montes subdivision. Private well; gas, telephone & electric at lot.

Level, buildable land with great 360 views.

MLS 95540

MLS 97051

MLS 94593

$468,000

Lower Colonias

3 acre parcel of land with mountain views that will make you fall in love with Taos. Convenient to Town of Taos, village of Arroyo Seco, and the steep & deep in TSV! MLS 96084 $42,000

$74,900

Este Mirada Subdivision

2 acres with big blue skies, fantastic views, gently rolling land with choice of building sites--and well share. Gas & telephone are nearby, electric is at lot.

MLS 96141 $44,900

$175,000

Des Montes

This 1.16-acre homesite is one of six parcels of land totaling 7.2 acres. Each parcel is priced at $130,000. Superb views, desirable neighborhood.

MLS 94907 $130,000

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Des Montes

San Cristobal

3.99 acres of lovely, lush land with water rights, a 300’ well, and views views views! Did we mention the views?

So pretty!

5.93 acres in the stunning San Cristobal Valley, a leisurely & scenic drive from Taos. Water rights, horse property, breathtaking views.

MLS 96086

MLS 95001

$478,000

$268,500

Vista Linda

1.24 acres south of town on a rise in the Vista Linda subdivision. Improved with electric & telephone at the lot.

Beautiful views.

MLS 96528 $62,000

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FOR A GREEN TAOS, CONSERVE WATER

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STORY, PHOTOS AND HOME DESIGN BY VISHU MAGEE

his year Taos is as green as most of us can remember ever seeing it.

The acequias are full, the flowers are dazzling, and fire danger is low. With all this seductive beauty, it’s easy to forget that the long-term outlook for our water supply is still quite dire.

Water is synonymous with the viability of the Northern New Mexico land. Rain and snow fall on the high country watershed, which holds precipitation in the soil and allows the water table to be recharged. Verdant forests and grasslands permit more rain to reach the earth, as well as retain topsoil which otherwise blows away or erodes in thunderstorms. It’s one big, interdependent loop that self-balances – except for human activity. The burden is on us to manage our own behavior, from grazing and logging, to irrigating and flushing the toilet.

landscapes, and compulsive car-washing habits. But even if we currently consume only 100,000 gallons every year, there’s still a 90,000-gallon shortfall.

Forty-five percent of indoor water is used in the bathroom, so let’s start there. We need to give up 20-minute showers, replace wasteful showerheads with low-flow devices, and say goodbye to steeping tubs that use 100 gallons a pop. Twenty-seven percent of household water goes down the toilet – so it’s time to replace any remaining 5-gallon flushers with federally mandated 1.6-gallon units. Then there’s the adage: “if it’s yellow it’s mellow, if it’s brown flush it down.” Your call!

Now apply the same thinking to clothes washers that use 22 percent of a household’s total. Install an EnergyStar front-loader and use 35 percent less water. An EnergyStar dishwasher saves 1,000 gallons a year. In all cases, run only full loads and select cycles that use only as much water as is necessary. For a host of additional tips, visit www.conserveh20.org.

Here are the plain numbers: the average American family of four consumes 146,000 gallons of water every year. In Taos, a 2,000-square-foot roof is capable of collecting about 10,000 gallons per year. That leaves 136,000 gallons that has to come from underground or from the acequias.

Irrigation is where the most water can be saved — 43,000 gallons a year is the national average for a family. If you have ditch rights, by all means use them. The rest is a no-brainer: get rid of wasteful lawns, plant native and xeriscapic species, and reserve irrigation for food crops or close-in ornamentals. Next, use drip irrigation with automatic controls, avoid watering in the heat of the day, and set back your time clocks on rainy days.

True, Taoseños are not average Americans with big lawns, lush

That returns us to roof water, which can provide 10,000 gallons of

To date, the steps we’ve taken are not enough.

Above: Native wildflowers like penstemon, ratibida, gaillardia and echinacea are every bit as satisfying as conventional perennials – and can thrive with little or no irrigation.

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water a year to your landscape. The simplest approach is to design a roof that drops water into ditches conveying the flow to gardens and trees. The more precise method is to install downspouts and pipes that fill underground cisterns, and to use digital controls and drip irrigation to distribute the water when and where you need it. Since rain often falls in huge bursts, cisterns have to be sized accordingly – a 1-inch storm can produce 1,000 gallons, making a 1,500-gallon cistern the smallest you’d want to install.

(For a well-designed system, call Steve Weinrib of Creative Rock and Landscaping at 575-770-6920).

Stone or brick patios can also deliver thousands of gallons. A simple trick is to slope your patios to drain directly into planting beds. However, Maddox Outdoor Solutions (575-776-2275) specializes in the Aquascape system that converts patio surfaces into collectors that send all that water to cisterns.

The final piece of the water puzzle is wastewater. Gray-water systems are capable of recycling most household water (excepting toilets and the kitchen sink) – but health codes make it difficult to treat and reuse sewer water in a cost-effective way. In the long run, community sewer systems and centralized treatment plants, such as the plant in lower Los Cordovas, are the best option for purifying and distributing recycled effluent.

Vishu Magee has designed homes in Taos for 40 years and is available to assist with your project at www.vishumagee.com Top Right: A spectacular wildflower meadow is irrigated by a combination of roofwater and carefully timed sprinklers. Cisterns could easily be added. Bottom Right: Roof gutters and downspouts send water directly to native shrubs and wildflowers that complement the pinon-juniper forest.

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Large furnished family home in beautiful Valle Escondido, 3 bedroom, 3 bath, 2256 sqft. on 3 treed lots, 1200 sqft. garage with enclosed workshop, remodeled kitchen, mudroom, big mountain views from the living are and front deck. Dog run, golf, hike, fish or just relax and get away from the heat of society. $239,000 mls#97068

This elegant Rory Kenward home in the exclusive Weimer area of Taos has all the design details that buyers want. The front door opens into a wide foyer that also serves as a skylit gallery complete with nichos and oversized closets. The main room includes elements of living, dining and family areas with an exquisitely appointed kitchen featuring birds eye maple cabinets and granite countertops. Heated 2-car garage. $374,500 mls#96985

Custom built Pueblo Style home in San Cristobal on 2 lush valley acres with Water Rights and spectacular mountain views. Only 15 minutes north of Taos and close to National Forest access for hiking. Vigas, saltillo tile, hand plastered walls, kiva fireplace and Jacuzzi tub in Master Bath. Bright open floor plan for entertaining and a beautiful courtyard for relaxing. Take a look at this unique property at a great price! $339,000 mls#96904

This spacious 4bdrm, 3 full Bath Double Wide on a permanent foundation in Questa has a beautiful big open kitchen with a grill top island, double oven, and Oak cabinet fronts. Plenty of room and lots of natural light. Enjoy a Family Room, Dining Room, laundry room, Walk in closets and an extra room to use as a den or office. $180,000 mls#96866

Beautiful landscaping surrounds this lovingly cared for pueblo style adobe home. This sunny and warm 3 bedroom, 2 bath has a spacious living room, kitchen, dining area that is perfect for great entertaining. Tile flooring , vigas , latillas, kiva fireplaces, skylights, smooth plaster , nichos , adobe courtyardsand stellar energy efficient in floor radiant heat keeps you toasty warm all winter. $449,000 mls#96853

A total of 6 plus acres with both acequia water rights and community water. Flag mountain is your back yard and only 30 minutes to Taos. Beautifully restored with custom interior adobe work and cabinetry with interior greenhouse with 3 bedrooms 1 bath , PLUS a 2 story studio / office with all the infrastructure for completion in -place , electrical, septic etc. $465,000 mls#96813

Cute cabin located right on the river in Taos Canyon. One bedroom downstairs with woodstove located in the living room. Open loft area above the living room. Sit on the back porch and watch the river. There is a bridge on the property that access the property that backs up against the mountain side. Large storage shed that has electricity. $160,000 mls#96797

Unbeatable value, great location on 2 acres with water rights.

This 2,450 sq ft home is a historic adobe with a modern, energy-efficient two-story pumice addition. It has been professionally restored from top-to-bottom. The completely remodeled kitchen has all new appliances and hickory cabinets. A huge master bath with steam shower and raised tub adjoins the cozy turn-of-the-century adobe master bedroom downstairs. $399,000 mls#97161

This sweet Territorial-style home is perfect for a family, new arrivals to Taos or anyone who wants a turn-key home with great views and convenience to town. The home occupies a one-acre lot that is off a paved road and on a bluff that provides uninterrupted views of the Sangre de Cristos including Pueblo Peak, and the twinkle of town lights. $285,000 mls#96530

Historic building on the Plaza. Free standing pueblo style structure with unbelievable location. First building that you see once you make the west turn off Paseo del Pueblo Norte onto the Taos Plaza. Building has been divided into 2 rental spaces. Front faces the Plaza and is a prime retail location. Back space is currently being used as a restaurant and is located with walking accessibility to the John Dunn Shops $559,000 mls#97112

Located just west of Arroyo Seco on 2 acres. This is a four bedroom 2 bath home with a detached 2 car garage and 900sf work shed as well as a third storage area. $269,000 mls#96504

Two story pueblo style home with kiva fireplace that is the living room with 2 story ceiling. Downstairs the floors are all tile.

Downstairs bedroom and bath have tile floors and the bathroom has tiled walls. Property has vigas. Upstair bedrooms have carpet and there is a 2nd bathroom upstairs. The garage is 2 car and is attached to the house. $82,900 mls#96463

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2 HOMES - GOOD RENTAL HISTORY LOOKING IN TAOS? Put my 28 years of Real Estate experience to work for you!

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829 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Taos, New Mexico 87571 575-758-0080 Office

TAOS SKI LODGE Taos Mountain Lodge features 10 Suites right beside the premier ski destination of TAOS SKI VALLEY. Live your dream, own and operate a ski lodge in this area that is quickly changing.

Seperate private owners quarters with Fireplace and 2 bedrooms.

MLS 96137 $1,100,000

Tucked away in the foothills of El Rito Latir and backing up to Public Lands are two homes. Main house features propane heat plus a pellet stove, loft bedroom, and downstairs bedroom. Smaller guest home features 1/2 bath, kitchenette and bedroom. Live in the larger one rent the other. 5 wooded acres and priced at just $242,500 MLS 96657

ADOBE HOME + STUDIO

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME

Sweet Adobe home in town with detached Artist Studio.

Studio could be a small apartment also with just a few modifications. House features thick Adobe Walls and one bedroom. Lovely gardens and water rights.

Priced at $199,9000

EL SALTO HOME + GUEST APARTMENT HOME + GUEST APARTMENT sitting on 2 acres with amazing sunset views. Sweet loft for extra sleeping area. So private, yet close to the village of Arroyo Seco. This is the perfect vacation rental. Surrounded by mature evergreens.

MLS 96518 Price $550,000

Taos Pines sits at the top of the pass going over to Angel Fire. This land is forested and has views of the Angel Fire Valley. 16 Beautiful acres and has a well already in place. Reduced to $119,000. MLS 93657

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HOUSE + GUESTHOUSE AT GOLF COURSE It just doesn’t get any better than this!

Spacious and grand home on 3 acrers with a seperate Guesthouse, 3 FIREPLACES, OPEN CONCEPT LIVING. Call for a private showing. Large courtyard in front and back of house. Guesthouse has a fireplace, 2 bedrooms plus wrap-around courtyard.

MLS 93531 $699,000.

Just north of Taos in the Area known as El Rito Latir sits this sweet Passive Solar home featuring 2 Living Rooms, 2 bedrooms downstairs, 1 bdrm upstairs, plus adjoining office and ensuite bath. Great Decks and the most amazing views-hike, ride your horses or just relax and listen to the water running along the border of the land. $275,000 MLS #95965

Andrea Frost | Realtor Profile

and never looked back.”

She describes her life in Taos as “almost fairytale like.”

“I married the farmer next door,’” she said, “and we have been together for more than thirty years.”

Her husband, Joe Caldwell, retired district judge, also served as project director or consultant for many improvement-of-justice projects throughout Latin America.

“We traveled to many Spanish-speaking countries,” Frost said. “We lived in Costa Rica in 1989, in Bolivia from 1997 to 2001, and El Salvador from 2008 to 2010, which allowed me to meet wonderful people and learn the language.”

Today, settled again in Taos, they both enjoy the outdoors and have three horses that Frost brushes and feeds almost every day.

“Two of my horses are Peruvian Pasos and they have a beautiful gait,” she said. “The other is an old Paint, almost a family member!”

Finding the perfect match Once Frost retired from her career as a speech pathologist, and after some encouragement, she went into real estate.

“My friends, who were Realtors, pointed out that between my husband and myself, we knew just about everyone in town,” she said, laughing.

“Of course, I love Taos, after living here for so many years. Then there is my success as a ‘matchmaker’ (I love to introduce people to each other, and often … they end up staying together) so I thought I’d give it a try. And I came to love it.”

Frost shares three key steps to be a successful Realtor.

A good Realtor is like a matchmaker

BY TERESA DOVALPAGE | PHOTO BY KATHARINE EGLI Andrea “Andee” Frost has seen Taos change in the more than four decades she has lived here.

“Back in the ’70s, there were very few homes in Taos Mesa and Blueberry Hill,” she said. “There were just ranches and farming land.

Their development has given people who live here the opportunity to find jobs and stay in Taos.”

Although positive in that respect, she warns that preserving ranchland and farms is important to our future, too. It is a commitment to conservation, history, and a way of life not to be lost.

Frost characterizes her style as “low-key professionalism.”

She likes to offer individualized attention to her clients and only takes a few listings at a time.

“I make sure I follow up on each by showcasing and advertising where it will suit their specific needs,” she said. “The most FROST’S TIPS TO SELLERS important thing for me is to AND BUYERS: make sure it’s priced well and Sellers: Price your property at fair it shows well, and I’m still market value and work with your 100 percent in selling my Realtor to show it at its best. listed homes.”

Buyers: Explore Taos first, know what Pros and cons of you want, what you can realistically being a Taos Realtor afford, and where you want to be so you can work together with a Realtor “The best thing about being in an efficient manner. a Realtor here is that you get to travel around this beautiful community and meet interesting people who really appreciate Taos while you’re doing it,” she said.

As for the cons, size is definitely an issue.

“It’s a small market,” she said, “and we are constantly trying to keep the community growing while preserving the small town charm, and historical aspect of it.”

“There is room for both,” she said.

From New York to Taos Frost has a master’s degree in special education from Columbia University. She worked in New York for several years and traveled to Vermont every weekend to ski. Such trips took a lot of her time so she considered other options.

“I realized that I was young, single, and could actually live in a ski area and still be a speech/language pathologist,” she said. “I researched all the ski areas, and Taos, because it was a real town, with a rich cultural heritage as well as a fabulous ski area, easily won. I moved here in 1975

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“First, listen, really listen, to your clients,” she said. “Second, research and make sure you have all the information you need, and third, perform!

Keep up with the market. Find the perfect property for the right people.”

Frost is “very excited” about the current market.

“I think we’re about to see things get much better,” she said. “The improvements all over Taos from conservation efforts to the expansion at the ski area are all leading to responsible real estate development.”

To contact Andrea Frost at Coldwell Banker Lota Realty, visit 204 Paseo del Pueblo Road, Taos. Phone: (575) 758-7890, frostrealtor.com/about-andreafrost-taos-realtor, www.coldwellbanker.com/agents/Andrea-Frost-87571

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Ski Valley Condo 1314 State Highway 150, one mile from Taos Ski Valley Ski Condo/Summer Getaway!

VALDEZ (97082) Escape to this lovely mountain hideaway in the tall pines.

2 BR/2 BA pueblo style home on 4.55 acres of privacy. Light, bright home with nice southwestern details & open living area.

MLS 97082 $315,000 CALL JAN!

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Sweet 1BR/1BA corner unit at La Buena Vida. Walk to Taos Plaza shops & restaurants. SW details include kiva fireplace, tile floors, vigas. Well maintained unit in a lovely compound.

MLS 97123 $115,000 CALL JAN!

Charming 2 BR/1.5 condo in a beautiful small compound, blocks from Taos Plaza.Convenient to everything! Offered furnished and equipped. Come take a look! MLS 97122 $190,000 CALL JAN!

Beautiful 2BR/1.5 condo with private yard and patio. Offered fully furnished and equipped, move-in ready. Don’t miss this one, it’s exceptional! MLS 96198 $209,000 CALL JAN!

La Buena Vida 1BR/1BA condo in the heart of town. Great location in a lovely setting. Furnished and equipped.

MLS 96266 $119,000 CALL JAN!

Inn at Taos Valley MLS 96817 1BR/1BA $179,000

LAND DEALS

96271 SUNSHINE VALLEY 20 acres with easy access, utilities nearby. $24,900

Beautifully decorated, Completely furnished

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94392 DES MONTES 14.43 acre lot in desirable Mariposa Ranch.

Utilities and well share in place. $229,000 96572 BLUEBERRY HILL 2.9 acre building site, excellent location. $99,500

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Jenny Lancaster | Owner and operator of Diamond Horseshoe Ranch

3 How easy, or difficult, was it to break into the horse business in Taos? The ranchers here were mostly men at that time and when I asked for work training horses, I think they thought I was a bit of a joke, coming from New York. One very kind man, a great friend to this day, gave me an opportunity to train and sell one of his horses. When I did, he referred me to his friends and my business grew from there.

4 What makes Diamond Horseshoe Ranch a unique place for lodging horses? I keep horses in pens with plenty of space.

When they are turned out together, they have several acres to gallop, kick up their hooves and graze. Horses need space and each other, all at the same time, to be happy. They get that here. Diamond Horseshoe Ranch is also very conveniently located for horse owners, veterinarians and farriers.

5 How would you describe your approach to horse training?

Natural horsemanship would best describe my style of training.

Learning the language of the horse has been my lifelong approach to training them. When working with horses of any level, I try to establish a relationship built on trust. When the horse trusts me and isn’t afraid of me, he is willing to learn. I keep quietly making the wrong thing difficult and the right thing easy over and over. I have discovered through the years that a stress and fear-free environment is best for both horse and rider in the long haul.

6 When you sell horses, how do you find the right “human match” for them? I try to look for a good physical match first, then I spend a little time getting to know my customer. Depending on their plans and their ability, whether it be trail riding, ranch work, or showing, I begin my search. I consider all of this and more when finding a person for a horse and a horse for a person.

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7 Is there any successful match story that you would like to share? There are many, but I will go with the most recent. Bob and Lilian Shaw had a dream of riding together in Taos. After a series of bad experiences and the wrong horses, they came to me for help. I soon found the right match for each of them. They now ride two quiet, very well-behaved and beautiful trail horses. Bob and Lilian come back to the barn after every ride with big smiles. I’m happy for all four of them.

QUESTIONS

BY TERESA DOVALPAGE | PHOTO BY KATHARINE EGLI

1 How did you become interested in horses? I remember being put on a pony when I was 3 years old — it turned out that this was my pony ride birthday party! My mother told me later I laughed the whole time and begged to stay on forever. This was the beginning of my endless love for horses.

2 You came to Taos 22 years ago. What attracted you to this area? The beautiful nature that surrounded this town is what blew me away. I thought to myself “If I were a horse, would I like it here?”

The answer was yes, so I stayed.

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8 You also offer lessons. What is the first thing that you would teach a total beginner? First thing to learn when a beginner rider gets on the back of a horse is “Whoa,” which means “Stop.”

9 You have your own way of helping horses in the community. How does this work?

Many people run out of time money or interest in their horses and don’t know how to get rid of them. They often love these horses and want them to go to a good home. I take the horses, which most of the time need training and medical care, and sometimes just a good rest, and I provide them with what they need. Once they are in good physical and mental condition, and are ready to be purchased or passed on to a good home, I find those horses the right owner. This is my special way of helping horses in Taos.

Diamond Horseshoe Ranch is located at 736 Ranchitos Road, Taos.

Phone: (575) 770-0438

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UPPER COLONIAS – This charming 2 bedroom 2.5 bath home offers a brand new gourmet kitchen and deluxe master bath! Conveniently located in desirable neighborhood on 0.75 acre with stellar mountain views, separate locked storage and extra loft area for guests or an office/ studio. Could be the perfect vacation rental or second home getaway as well as a lovely primary residence! MLS #96514 $338,500 CALL JUDY BUCK

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Magical historic hacienda with lots of history dating back to the 1800’s. A few actors and musicians and many artists have lived here including the present owner. The property is a lush retreat with an extremely private, peaceful feeling, a babbling acequia, huge cottonwoods and many other trees, gardens, patio, portal and views of the mountains. The interior maintains all the character of the original with lots of upgrades and renovations such as new windows, and new stucco exterior. The living room is designed for elegant entertaining and the entrance walled courtyard provides a wonderful space to expand your living area. This is a very special home that must be seen! MLS #97036 $795,000 CALL JUDY BUCK

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“I am always looking for those people who take pride in what they do and boy have we found a gem" Case of point - Mammoth Mill!”

-Verlon Stover, Publisher, Log & Timber TV

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Box 985, 3465 Mountain View Blvd., Angel Fire, NM 575-377-6966 www.mammothmill.com

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BuilD it. live it!

Mammoth Construction Co. License #378745

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Older 3bd/2ba renovated adobe home with new diamond-finish walls in master suite and new bathroom in master suite. Sitting room/office, Carmen Velarde kiva fire place and much more.

MLS#96906 $235,000

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Pristine 3bd/2.0ba home. Spacious lvg. room/kitchen – dining area. Coveredporch with great views to enjoy and much more on this 1.0 spacious acre parcel.

A Must See! MLS#96995 $415,000

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3bd/2ba on 1.90 Acres. Property has been set up for farming/gardening.

Community water/plus well and its components. Large garage/workshop.

MLS#96860 $138,600

Well stylish 2bd/2ba condo, full of charm and more. Open floor plan, kiva fireplace. All appl. included. Fenced backyard and much more to enjoy.

Close to Plaza and town.

MLS#96759 $277,300

Great efficiency 3bd/2ba home.

Radiant floor heating, tiled floors and thermo pane windows. Comes withstove/dishwasher/refrigerator.

MLS#96520 $167,800

HOS RANC

2.0 Acres with views. Utilities at lot.

Install septic. Valle de Los Ranchos Sewer system will be available in the future. Pick your spot for your next home site. MLS#96536 $130,000

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Older 3bd/1ba adobe home needing some TLC. Attached 1bd/1ba guest house. Being sold as “As Is” condition. MLS#96987 $115,000

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Spacious 4BD/3BA 2630+/- sq ft home on large partially fenced 2.18-ac lot. Huge 2-car garage/workshop. Just minutes from town - enjoy “country-like” living. You will love this one. MLS 95406 $265,000

Spacious 3400 sq ft 4-bd/3-1/2-ba, fitness rm/ spa, on 1.25-ac bordering lake in private golf community w/club house and pool. Includes 1500 sq ft workshop with fireplace, compressor, and electric lift. MLS 96503 $649,000

Don’t miss these prime retail or gallery units in Taos Central Business District. 3 units with highvolume sidewalk traffic in main tourist district.

Units are 1410, 1200, and 1340 sq ft. 2 units with living quarters in back. MLS 94952 $690,000

Large 934 sq ft 2-bd/2-ba condo near art galleries, restaurants, and conveniences.

Open floor plan, tile floors, high ceilings, recessed lighting, and gas log fireplace.

Large private patio. MLS 96150 $220,000

Verdant 11.6-ac ranch with custom adobe home, 6000-sq ft enclosed horse arena and horse facilities, pastures and hay fields, natural springs and irrigation ditches, bording the Rio Chiquito River in Penasco. MLS 96858 $719,000

3-ac Lot in Weimer with spectacular views of the Taos valley and Taos mountains.

Utilities available at or very near the lot. You can’t beat this site for building your dream home! MLS 95120 $179,000

Great 1.24-ac corner lot on Vista Linda Rd. Enjoy the spectacular wide-open views with the mountains as a backdrop. Near Taos Country Club and golf Owner financing possible. MLS 91581 $43,000

Great 0.85-ac lot with dbl-wide mfd homes allowed. Easy access to Hwy 68. Wide open views of the valley and mountains. 2 lots available to choose from. MLS 94275 and 94276 - each available for $47,500

Enjoy serene living on this prime 1.83-ac Taos Canyon lot. Watch the deer and elk graze in the wide open pastures below.

Remote, yet easy access with electricity at the lot. MLS 82853 $47,900

Grab this absolutely gorgeous 20-ac parcel with wide open unobstructed views of the mesa west of Taos and the Taos Mountains to the east. Only about 3-miles from the Rio Grande River. MLS 94793 $70,000

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Los Cordovas Riverfront Homes

New and beautiful: Rio Pueblo compound. Two homes 3bd/3ba and 3bd/2ba each 3200 sf. on 12 acres fronting the Rio Pueblo. The property includes water rights as well as a spring pond, 2 wells and 2 septic systems and both homes are set up for rainwater harvesting. High ceilings and two fireplaces grace the main house. Tile floors with radiant heating keep it cozy in the winter. . The property is totally landscaped with drip irrigation.

The guest home has two kitchen areas, an expansive studio as well as a spacious work shop.

MLS# 96882 / $1,495,000

End of the road retreat: 2240 square feet - 3bd/2ba home on 26 acres looking down on the Rio Pueblo. Dramatic views of Taos Mountain on the NE and pueblo land to the West. Saltillo tile and radiant floor heating accentuate the open floor plan. Sellers will consider selling the home on the river front acreage (app 13 acres).

If you desire peace and quiet this property is for you.

MLS# 96886 / $975,000

In Town Compound on Quesnel St. Just listed three units on .58 acres, everything zoned CBD. One two story with 1bed/1bath upstairs and and 2beds/2bath downstairs. All adobe with fireplaces in both. The neighboring 1bed/1bath home is adobe too and features 2 fireplaces. 3185 sq/ft. One block from the Plaza. MLS# 95209 $743,000.

516 Calle Unida: Cute one bedroom, one bath home in Upper Ranchitos on .6 acre with water rights. Totally redone by the owner. Close to town but totally country. Private well and community sewer. MLS# 96346 / $165,000

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Llano Mesa Tract - 24.76 affordable acres suitable for subdivision. Owner will consider financing part of the purchase price with a good down payment.

MLS# 94778 / $148,500

Las Cordovas - Rio 1.09 acre zoned R4 with frontage on Ranchitos Rd and Santistevan Pueblo frontage with irrigation Lane. Close to the Plaza location rights. 7.25 acres, power phone and well on site. This land could for your next perfect home or maybe four developed homesites. be farmed again as it once was.

Priced to sell.

MLS# 95633 / $150,000.00 MLS# 96159 / $193,000.00

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Country Club Lot 63 - 3.00 acres on Baird Drive. Still the lowest priced country club lot.

MLS# 81675/$79,000.00 Owner/Broker

Riverbend Subdivision- 67.67 acres divided into sixteen lots for sale by owner/broker. More info., www.riverbendtaos.com MLS# 95402/$899,000.00 This is a bulk sale only.

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BRAD AND JANET’S MODERN FARM An incomparable two-domed home on six lush acres in historic Los Cordovas valley

BY Y VONNE PESQUERA | PHOTOGRAPHY BY K ATHARINE EGLI

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riving past grazing horses and open ranchlands, your mind soars in the natural beauty of Los Cordovas valley. That “uplifted feeling” continues when you step into this incomparable two-domed home at 118C Los Cordovas Road.

The 2-bedroom/2.5-bath home lists for $1.1 million by Diane Enright of Berkshire Hathaway HomeService. The two-story house encompasses 3,800 square feet and sits on six lush acres with the Rio Pueblo streaming within the property boundary.

The sellers are Brad Hockmeyer and Janet Gauthier. Working with a local crew of talented contractors and designers, the couple built a modern farmhouse that is gentle on the earth, healthy for the body, and especially pleasing for the spirit.

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Gauthier chronicled the house’s construction on her highly informative blog www.rounderhomeandfarm.com.

Hockmeyer started KTAO in 1986 and in 1991 increased its power from 3,000 to 50,000 watts utilizing solar energy. As the world’s most powerful solar radio station, KTAO, and Hockmeyer, have been featured in Time magazine, CNN, NBC News, The History Channel, and countless media outlets. In 1997 he founded the K-Taos Solar Music Festival and persuaded the thengovernor of New Mexico and mayor of Taos to officially proclaim Taos the “Solar Capital of the World.” In 2010 Hockmeyer sold KTAO and the Solar Center to four employees and continues as an afternoon DJ/announcer.

Gauthier earned a living as a hairdresser for 30 years, and has continually been studying environmental design and related courses for a couple of decades. As an artist and visionary type, she feels fortunate to be somewhat balanced with the other more

rational thought processes as well.

“I’m committed to going beyond conventional means in doing my best to create new paradigms by applying alternative methods,” Gauthier says.

The couple is selling because Gauthier wants to be closer to her aging parents in Louisiana. Hockmeyer wants to be closer to the equator during the colder months. They plan to spend the warmer months at their in-town home in Taos.

DOME CONSTRUCTION “Constructed of steel-reinforced concrete, the super-insulated domes are almost indestructible and aesthetically designed to blend into the Northern New Mexican riparian landscape as our young trees mature,” Gauthier writes on her blog, explaining the choice in building two domes.

The one-story dome measures 40 feet in diameter; the two-story dome has a 32-foot diameter.

“Constructed of steel-reinforced concrete, the super insulated domes are almost indestructible and aesthetically designed to blend into the Northern New Mexican riparian landscape.”

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ockmeyer explains that from the exterior, a dome is a minimal. For example, visitors can’t see the two-story house from Los Cordovas Road. But on the interior, the rooms feel expansive without being conscious that one is standing in a dome.

“There’s a special feeling that we will miss living in domes because of the very subtle openness that it brings, that you’re not even aware it’s happening. Both of us just feel so much more open living in this house than we have in other homes,” Hockmeyer says.

Stained-glass windows by a local artisan greet visitors at the main entrance to the home. There is even a doggie door for the fourlegged family members into the spacious entry that doubles as a mudroom.

The island has a preparatory sink, as well as a pantry and numerous cabinetry and shelving. Other features are a full-size chef sink, a built-in composting receptacle, and an induction KitchenAid stove with a telescoping downdraft vent. Natural light floods in from the kitchen window as well as the adjoining living room area.

In the living area, an arced butler serving area consists of cabinetry from the original, historic El Monte Sagrado hotel.

“A modern farm has the current amenities, like a big farm kitchen, a big prep area, and land to do whatever you want to do.”

“The cabinets are hand-carved wood. But because they’re round, they sat for years because nobody could ever do anything with them,” says Gauthier of how perfectly the cabinets suit the circular living room design.

Entering the home, a visitor steps onto welcoming cork floors. The Travertine tiled walls form a complementary boundary for a large, spacious kitchen.

The French doors of the living room overlook the garden, and the dining room faces west over sunsets in Los Cordovas valley. Hockmeyer and Gauthier keep a pair of binoculars handy for endless bird and wildlife sightings in this natural wetland.

“We designed the kitchen to make it big and put it in the middle of the house. During parties, people end up hanging out right here,” says Gauthier pointing to the ample counter space.

“This is just as pretty as land gets,” Brad says of the view. “It was once an alfalfa field. And the history of this land is sheep and the Chavez family.”

The granite countertops are from Granite Concepts in Taos.

Gauthier explains they set up the house as a modern farm.

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When asked to explain that concept, she says, “A modern farm has the current amenities, like a big farm kitchen, a big prep area, and land to do whatever you want to do.”

The Berkshire Hathaway HomeService statement describes that the walls are natural American clay, which is a healthy solution that prevents mold and mildew. A central air system provides a continuous supply of fresh air. Solar hot water alleviates the need for gas, providing a “clean” environment for a healthy body.

A light-filled gallery features an office nook, a piano, and displays art.

A guest half-bathroom is conveniently located and consists of glass blocks to let in ample light yet maintain privacy.

The solarium functions as a year-round growing house for avocado, fig, citrus, banana, herbs, edible greens, and tomatoes. In the summer, the sun’s position is indirect. But in the winter, the sun comes in directly and heats up this room. In combination with the radiant heated floors, the couple leaves the solarium doors open to be a heat source for the rest of the house in the winter.

Off the gallery, one ascends to the master bedroom with walk-in closets, en-suite master bath, and a reading area. The master bed faces double glass doors that overlook the orchards of cherries, apples, pears, plums, and apricot. Depending on how high the water is running, one can hear the Rio Pueblo streaming by.

Outside the master bedroom double-glass doors, a balcony and deck could be added.

The gallery also leads downstairs to the second bedroom/bathroom, entertainment room, laundry, and office space. The downstairs area has its own private entrance, so it could be converted into a separate apartment.

“The reason why someone would want to move to this area is because you feel like you’re way in the middle of nowhere, yet you’re 12 minutes from the Historic Taos Plaza,” says Gauthier and Hockmeyer.

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“GOOD TO KNOW”

Charting Average Sales Price of Residential Single Family

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Spacious 2-story pueblo style home in the woods!

3BD/2BA with grand, open living spaces. Large windows provide light and warmth. Sunken living room, open kitchen and dining area. Upstairs master suite.

Studio casita for guests or rental income. On 1.85 forested acres. $309,000 MLS 95298

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In Town Condo

Price Reduced!

Leave the car behind and walk to shops, restaurants and galleries from this affordable 1BD/1BA condo in the heart of Taos. New kiva fireplace in living room.

Beautifully maintained grounds, lots of shady trees.

Your cozy Taos getaway! $89,000 MLS 97196

INCREDIBLE Pinon/Juniper 5 acre building site with well. Beautiful views of mountains & the Rio Grande Gorge. Close to Latir Peak and Carson National Forest with hiking, biking & horse trails. Utilities nearby. $59,900 MLS 93430

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Paradise In

314A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 • BHHSTaosRealEstate.com • 575 758 1924 • 800 530 8899 Custom built, 2019 sft 3BR/2BA home Lovely off-the-grid home on 20 acres in offers vaulted ceilings w/skylights, fans, Cielito Lindo. Spectacular 360 degree and an artist’s studio. Two wood-burning views of the surrounding mountains. stoves provide heat in the winter. A 1400 Pumice-crete construction with 16 inch sft combination garage/carport/workshop. walls provide great insulation. Features a Both the garage and house have large attic gourmet wood cook stove with full size spaces for storage with pull-down stairs. oven. A solar array and battery storage Surrounded by immaculate landscaping. provide electricity and hot water to this Hot tub and deck sit above the buildings 1200 sft 1BR/1BA home. Wood-burning Taos Canyon next to the forest. MLS #95524 $498,900 Solar Home stove in living room. MLS #93229 $219,900 Beautiful Country Club Villa townhome built in 2004. 1380 sft 2BR/2BA single level home. Features gas kiva fireplace, radiant floor heat and a one car garage. Walking distance to new Country Club and Tennis Courts. Well maintained. MLS #96031 $199,900 $189,900

Angel Fire Townhouse

Mountain Retreat

Lovely mountain retreat nestled amongst 2.5 acres of tall pinons and junipers. A spacious 2nd story that opens on to a redwood deck with exquisite views. The first floor of this 2BR/2BA house is adobe. A custom wooden spiral staircase lends a dramatic feel.

A beautiful stained-glass window highlights the living room. Wood-burning stove and water baseboard heat.

MLS #96981 $282,500

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Easy Living! One Level Home In Town!

Greater World Earthship With Style

Fresh, Cool Mountain Air!

Soooo easy.....to get to town, work, shops and restaurants! 1347 sq ft, 2 bdrms, 2 baths. Kiva fireplace.

Vigas. Tile floors. Radiant floor heat. Open, great room with efficient kitchen. Large pantry. Skylights.

Walled patio with hot tub! Carport with storage.

MLS 96401 $245,000

A perfect, peaceful get away! Open kitchen/dining room. Concrete floors. Laundry. Soaking tub. Huge bedroom with kiva fireplace. Simplicity and clean lines evoke a feeling of calm. 1.41 acres. 1380 sq ft.

Endless views! Bright, sunny and open!

MLS 93842 $184,900

Valle Escondido! 1 acre. Mature trees. Easy walk to the Valle Escondido Club House, Swimming Pool, Fishing and Golf! 1086 sq ft, 2 bdrms,1.5 baths.

Gas fireplace. Country kitchen. Wood floors.

Attached carport. Shed. Large patio!

MLS 96727 $239,900

One Level Condo Close to Shopping!

In-Town Cozy Condo

Near Artistic Dixon - Borders National Forest

One level condo in the heart of town. 1 bdrm, 1.5 baths. Lovely finishes throughout. Energy efficient RastraBlock construction. Nice backyard. Fireplace.

Slate tile floors. Vigas, beams and corbel accents.

Upgraded stainless appliances!

MLS 95322 $174,900

This is the perfect in town, close-to-everything condo! 920 (exterior) sq ft, 2 bdrms, 2 baths. Open kitchen w/ wood cabinets, granite counter tops and dining counter. Gas fireplace. Vigas. Master bedroom has access to the back patio and walk in closet.

MLS 97119 $199,000

Take a hike! Literally! Right out the back yard of this property is Carson National Forest...and better yet, walk up and over the hill behind the house to the Embudo River! 2.88 acres. 2846 sq ft. 2 bdrms, 2 baths, sun room and studio/office. Seasonal stream!

MLS 96757 $370,000

Light and Bright Home in Vista Linda

Private Adobe Abode

Canon Foothills Building Site!

2128 sq ft ,3 bdrm, 2 bath home filled with sunshine.

Kiva. Vigas. Front and back portal. Walled and gated backyard. Cheerful open kitchen. Large master bedroom w/private balcony with southern exposure.

Attached oversized 415 sq ft one car garage. Views!

MLS 97127 $329,000

This charming adobe home is private from the road yet open to expansive mountain and valley views.

1801 sq ft. Great room floor plan, 2 bdrms, 2 baths.

Entry portal. Tile. Vigas and coving. View windows.

Kiva fireplace. Open kitchen. Covered patio.

MLS 97044 $330,000

2.248 acres. Pinon/Juniper trees. Close to Carson National Forest. A well has been drilled! All this and the best part is...you are 5 minutes to town! Well maintained, private road. Beautiful homes in the area enjoying the beautiful setting, views and sunsets.

MLS 97017 $199,000

Arroyo Hondo Mini Ranch - 6.99 Acres - Water Rights - Casita - Shop - Greenhouse!

You Say You Want a House with A View?

6.99 acres with 3.19 acres of water rights. The living spaces are perched on a ridge top overlooking the lush Arroyo Hondo valley with the majestic Sangre de Cristo mountain range as a dramatic back drop. 3400 sq ft, adobe construction main house, 3 bdrms, 2 baths, and many creative spaces. 900 sq ft guest house is sited to wrap you in the mountain and valley views. 768 sq ft work shop, stock pond, 518 sq ft barn, 380 sq ft greenhouse. Active solar thermal and solar photo voltaic systems on all three buildings.

MLS 96297 $750,000

This has one of the prettiest views in Taos!1.5 acre site looking over the whole of Taos Valley and Taos Mountain. 2 bedroom, 2 bath main house and a guest house/studio. Decks. Portals. Storage buildings, water catchment and much, much more!

MLS 97198 $575,000

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Hay! Grow Your Own! Pole Barn! Well!

Private Weimer Location!

Classic Northern NM Territorial

2.49 acres. Borders Pueblo Lands. 250' well & well house. Newer, 1440 sq ft, pole barn on concrete slab.

Well maintained irrigation ditch. Water rights. Taos mountain range backdrop. Short distance to town.

Telephone, electric & natural gas are at the lot!

MLS 96931 $200,000

2028 sq ft, 3 bdrm, 2 bath home surrounded by mature trees creating a private retreat! Large living room and cozy dining area are divided by a two sided fireplace. Beautiful kitchen with Cherry cabinets, flagstone counter tops. Private deck. .91 acres.

MLS 96948 $470,000

5.23 acres. Borders Carson National Forest! Access to miles of hiking trails! 3552 sq ft. Adobe construction. 3 bdrms, 3 baths. Wonderful salon/library. Brick floors. Huge great room with and elegant and dramatic fireplace. Portal. Mature landscape.

MLS 95743 $665,000

Quality Home in Gated Community

The REAL thing! Filled with Taos Charm and Character! Pueblo Revival Design!

4.4 acres. A plethora of privacy, gardens and views!

2808 sq ft pumice home with 3 bedroom, 2.5 baths.

Gracious front courtyard. Gourmet kitchen. 2 fireplaces. Office nook. Bonus room with private courtyard. Deep portals. Oversized heated garage. Trees!

MLS 96746 $695,000

This remarkable adobe home offers the grace of yesteryear with all the modern conveniences. 2949 sq ft, 2 bedrooms, office, and 2 baths - PLUS 2 attached but private 1 bedroom, 1 bath guest suites. Gorgeous wood floors and 3 Carmen Velarde wood burning kiva fireplaces, divided light windows, a fantastic deep portal facing the mountain and wonderful patio. Museum quality character and style. 5.19 acres with water rights, orchard, gardens and stunning views! Versatile location with Commercial zoning.

MLS 94360 $720,000 Puertas Pintadas Condominium - Four Brand New, Stylish Condos Right In Town!

GREAT Floor Plan and Views!

2329 sq ft, 3 bdrm, 2.5 baths. 2.25 acres. Huge views!

Gated courtyard. Spacious entry hall. Living room w/ kiva fireplace and enormous picture window. Open kitchen. Large master suite w/fireplace, walk in closet and spacious, 5 piece bath. 2 car garage!

MLS 96667 $449,000

“Casa Fernando" is a one level, 1164 sq ft, 2 bdrm, 2 bath w/garage. Open kitchen with work/dining island, wood cabinetry, flagstone counter tops and pantry. Vigas. Fireplace. Wood floors and flagstone tile. Fenced back yard and covered patio. Courtyard.

MLS 96649 $329,000

"Casa Loma" is a 2 level, 1661 sq ft, 3 bdrm, 3 bath plan w/garage. Gorgeous entry. Open kitchen. Custom tin works chandelier and wall sconces. Vigas.

Tall divided light windows and doors. Fireplace.

Wood floors. Spacious, fenced back yard.

MLS 96650 $419,000

"Casa Pueblo" is a one level, 998 sq ft, 2 bdrm, 2 bath plan with a welcoming, long, bricked front portal. Open kitchen w/ flagstone countertops and stainless appliances. Vigas. Fireplace. Wood floors.

Walk in closet. Walled back yard and covered patio. $279,000 MLS 96652

"Casa Canon" is a 2 level, 1453 sq ft, 2 bdrm, 2.5 bath w/ garage. Half bath on main level. Vigas.

Fireplace. Wood floors and flagstone tile. Wonderful second floor outdoor deck with latilla roof. Beautiful bathrooms with flagstone counter tops.

MLS 96651 $379,000

Not one but TWO houses on Burch!

A 1086 sq ft, 2 bdrm, 1 bath main house that is filled with classic Taos character, and a newer, 768 sq ft 1 bdrm, 1 bath guest house! Live in one, rent out the other? Or live in one and use the other as a studio or office? Walk to historic downtown.

MLS 96688 $399,000

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Gracious “Old Taos” Pueblo Revival Near Historic Downtown

Historic Hobby Horse Ranch

The kind of property you drive by and yearn to see! 1.3 acres. This 4886 sq ft home embodies the gracious character of days gone by. 4 bdrms, 3.5 baths, a cozy office (library?) and a large office/studio. Elegant front entry with huge divided light windows facing the mountain. Main living room with fireplace. Open kitchen with work/dining island, pantry and planning desk. Cozy family room off the kitchen with dramatic fireplace.

2 car carport. All the elements of “Old Taos” in a gracious home, walking distance to everything in town!

MLS 97081 $938,000

Investment property - just as it is with 6 residential units, or a B&B?, or a retreat center? Gorgeous irrigated alfalfa pasture surrounds the cluster of homes.

6.92 acres. Located close to town but feels like a walk back in time. Each unit reflects true Taos character.

MLS 96041 $775,000

Mountain Home - Mountain Air and Views!

El Salto Home-Acequia Madre on the Property!

North Mesa Adobe Home - GREAT Floor Plan!

10 forested acres w/magnificent Sangre de Cristo mountain views! 1815 sq ft, 3 bdrms, 2 baths. Lofty living room. Super efficient wood stove. Open kitchen. 2 portals. 2 car garage w/workshop! Winterski & Summer-hiking vacation home or year round!

MLS 96780 $448,000

1.79 acres with the acequia madre running along one edge of the property. Trees! Grass! Views! 2047 sq ft, 2 bdrm, 2 baths. Cozy family room with office nook or studio? Upstairs deck and hot tub. Library. Carport.

235 sq ft shed. Furniture package available!

MLS 96436 $575,000

3195 sq ft, 4 bdrms, 4 baths PLUS office/studio!

Short drive to TSV! 2 dramatic fireplaces. 2.27 Acres.

Open kitchen and floor plan with island, stainless appliances. Heated 3 car garage. Private walled & gated yard w/amazing mountain views & deep portal.

MLS 94269 $625,000

Gracious Living And Stunning Vistas

Architectural and Creative on Spruce Street!

You get to have it all! 3 acres in a dramatic high desert setting with the Sangre de Cristo mountains as your backdrop! 4651 sq ft, 4 bdrms, 4 bath PLUS office. A hint of Mediterranean flair! Paved driveway.

3 car, heated garage. Walled front yard. Dramatic entry. Remarkable, spacious, open floor plan with spaces that are versatile to suit your designs. Cooks kitchen. Amazing back portal and roof top deck to take in the views! Mature, thoughtful landscape. Pond.

Greenhouse. Private well. Close to Golf Course!

MLS 93090 $839,000

Walking distance to historic downtown, restaurants, galleries, shops and Kit Carson park. Adobe construction. 3343 sq ft. Masterfully designed. Great room/ living room w/stunning gas fireplace, & 18' ceilings.

Elegant portal. Open gourmet kitchen. Intimate master suite. Pneumatic elevator that takes you to the second floor office/studio/study. Private view deck.

Easy care landscaping that is watered by a well on the property. 881 sq ft heated garage. You will see the joy and thoughtfulness that went into creating this home. MLS 96596 $950,000

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Sol Grande North—Des Montes Hacienda

7.9 acres with stunning views. 4444 sq ft, 3 bdrms, 5 baths, cozy family/TV room and a fantastic second floor office suite. Great room. Gourmet kitchen with rich flagstone counter tops, African Mahogany cabinets, Thermador 6 burner range and double oven and a dream pantry! Thoughtful landscape that creates year round interest and color. Covered patios, built in BBQ and view deck. 977 sq ft 3 car garage, and an additional 693 sq foot building that can be storage, a workout room, studio? High tech features throughout.

MLS 96410 $1,700,000

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Casa Grande Condo

Vista Del Cañon Condo Overlooks verdant land bordering Rio Fernando.

This 1142 sf, 2 BR/2.5 BA tucked behind the San Geronimo Lodge in a rural setting yet close to Town of Taos. 2 car carport, town sewer, natural gas and shared well. $199,000 MLS 96992

Taos’ Historic District. 2 BR/2 BA 1234 sf features soaring viga ceilings, clerestory windows and private courtyard. Upstairs loft suite and deck. Oversized 1 car garage. Vacation rental. Walking distance to the Plaza! $235,000 MLS 96483

Quail Ridge Condo Comfortable 2 story 2 BR/2.5 BA 2028 sf condo features fp and patio off LR/DR for entertaining.

Upstairs 2 BR/2 BA plus deck. Attached 1 CG. Conveniently located between TSV and Town of Taos.

Enjoy year-round activities! $289,000 MLS 96918

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Contemporary Condo Great in town location. Staged 1847 sf 2 story 2 BR/2 BA. Modern kitchen opens into LR/DR area with access to patio perfect for entertaining. Upstairs master suite with loft niche and deck. Only 2 units.

Price reduced to $349,900 MLS 96238

Stylish Townhouse 3 BR/3 BA 2220 sf solarium style entry. GREEN build design with pumice walls and passive solar technology. Great room features kitchen with high end finishes. Attached 1 CG and private flagstone courtyard. Price reduced to $395,000 MLS 96149

Authentic Adobe In Des Montes renovated in 2007. 4 BR/3 BA 2600 sf features pine floors, viga ceilings, 2 FPs and butler’s pantry. 2011 Great room addition using GREEN materials. Pond, acequia and water rights on 1.35 acres. Price reduced to $560,000 MLS 95922

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Desirable Weimer Area Staged 3 BR/2.5 BA 3220 sf home; open floor plan.

Kitchen has ample cabinets, island and breakfast bar. High ceilings, custom cabinetry and doors.

Attached 2 CG and private outdoor areas. Priced reduced to $595,000 MLS 93835

Custom Build With Sunset Views 3BR/2.5BA 2886 sf custom home. 872 sf portal off LR/DR and MBR. Reclaimed oak floors, Alderwood cabinetry and doors. Viga ceilings, Viking appliances, CO sandstone counters and 4 kiva FP. Attached 2 CG. Price reduced to $695,000 MLS 93188

Adobe Hacienda Beautiful 4 BR/4 BA 5512 sf home remodeled in 1998. High end appliances and architectural appointments throughout. Upstairs Master suite. 2 CG with workshop. Mountain views and water rights on 2.07 acres. Price reduced to $735,000 MLS 91602

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Top Of The World Views of the Gorge, Taos Mountain and Pedernal! 2 BR/2.5 BA 2621 sf home features custom doors, dumbwaiter, walnut cabinetry, stairs and ceilings and attached 2 CG. 1 BR/1 BA 721 sf guesthouse on 14.88 acres. $899,000 MLS 96723

Inn On The Rio On the banks of the Rio Fernando. 12 room B&B celebrates Taos art and style in every room. The lobby features a custom Carmen Velarde kiva FP. Private onsite owners’ quarters, with hot tub and pool on 1.8 acres. $840,000 MLS 93961

Enchanting Adobe Hacienda Taos Country Inn B&B. 8 luxury suites with hand carved doors, kiva FP and ensuite baths; plus private owners’ quarters. Perfect as a family compound. Lush gardens on the Rio Pueblo, bordering Pueblo land. $950,000 MLS 94622

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Adobe Hacienda Early 1990’s, 2 story 3BR/2.5BA 4006 sf home features custom doors, cook’s kitchen w/ high end appliances, upstairs master suite, office & deck. Hot tub, sauna, bath and 4CG. 11 ac w/ pond on Rio Pueblo w/ water rights. $1,300,000 MLS 96982

Masterpiece On The Rio Pueblo Bordering the Rio Pueblo designed to capture the serenity of this picturesque setting. 3 BR/4 BA 4000 sf of living space. 665 sf studio/guesthouse with GREEN features. 2 CG with workshop on 2.84 acres. $1,650,000 MLS 93651

Elegant Mountain Living This masterpiece offers Southwestern styling with Old Mexico flare. As a family or business destination, casual elegance defines this 2 BR/2.5 BA main home, 2 BR/2 BA guest house & chapelstyled studio. 7364 sf total $2,250,000 MLS 97071

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Professional Office Good investment, great tenants. Residential property conversion; remodel completed in 2005. 4,268 sf borders Pueblo land. Town sewer, natural gas, well and zoned C-2. Can tie in to town water. ADA accessible. Price reduced to $385,000 MLS 96054

Commercial Building Renovated retail 5,515 sf building on .63 acre.

Ground floor is 3,779 sf; with 1,736 sf finished basement. Easy access and plenty of parking. City sewer, water, natural gas and zoned C-2. High visibility; 1 mile south of Plaza. $495,000 MLS 96467

Taos Tennis Ranch Commercial Tennis complex. 6820 sf club house features pro shop, meeting room and restaurant with full kitchen. 10 tennis courts, 35’x65’ swimming pool, 988 sf pool house/sauna, 10’x10’ children’s pool and hot tub. $1,400,000 MLS 95453

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Incredible Mountain Views Great 2.61 acre building site in El Rito with Latir Peak Wilderness nearby. Piñon, juniper and sage grace the landscape. Owner finance available.

Other parcels available. $35,000 MLS 97020

Valdez With Views Gentle south-facing slope ideal for green living and solar design. This 1.16 acre parcel has views of Taos Mountain, Vallecito Mountain, Valdez Valley and amazing sunsets! $42,500 MLS 96201

Taos Canyon A sweet parcel of land covered with ponderosa pine, aspen, oak and mountain grasses. Mountain views.

Build your own private retreat. Only a 20 minute drive to Town of Taos. Price reduced to $47,900 MLS 94223

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Attention Golfers!

Build your dream home; have a place to live and a place to play! 3 acre lot in the gated community of Taos Country Club Subdivision. Panoramic views of Taos Mountain and Picuris. Well share in place. $79,000 MLS 96702

Private And Wooded 2.00 acre parcel nestled amongst mature pine trees feels like your miles away from town. Close to artistic village of Arroyo Seco, El Salto waterfalls and TSV. Enjoy outdoor activities year round! $120,000 MLS 96832

El Prado Valley 6 acre parcel; private with amazing panoramic views of Taos Mountain to Truchas Peak. Lush green pastoral setting with wild flowers. Electricity to lot and the well has a solar pump with water rights. $324,000 MLS 96877

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Enjoy efficiency and an environmentally conscious plan.

This small in town condo complex portrays a contemporary loft style with a southwestern influence in design and character. Radon mitigation completed. 2 bedrooms 2 baths, 1288 sq feet. Reduced $199,500 MLS 96115

2BD/2BA condo featuring southwestern decor and soft pueblo architectural lines that are carried throughout this lovely unit. The kitchen is open with rich warm tile colors and is joined by a great room with kiva fireplace, large windows and French doors that open onto patio. Reduced $209,000 MLS 96364

Charm and location says it all. Ditch the car! You can walk from this cozy in town Studio condo to the historic Taos plaza, shops, galleries and restaurants.

Nicely furnished with southwestern detail and charm. reduced $75,000 MLS 96522

Passive solar Blueberry hill home captures the best of Build your sustainable home here! Over 20 green lots Artists' Retreat. 2 little cabins with big views! Located in El Rito/ solar gain, views and southwestern charm/ this home has for sale in Servilleta and Cieleto communities, 20-40 acres Latir area on 60 acres. Well, underground utilities, water rights unobstructed views boarding pueblo land to the south with an starting at $19,500. Call for details! and stock pond surrounded by pristine outdoor space. Cabins impressive view of mountains, mesa and valley beyond. .95 have running water, woodstoves. $229,000 MLS 96597 acres. $215,000 MLS 96570 © 2015 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of HomeServices of America, Inc.’ Equal Housing Opportunity.

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Tres Ritos Cabin

Tranquility Awaits

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Cool 1950’s era cabin with style.

Bordering National Forest and perched above the Rio Pueblo, relax on the deck with views and sound of the river. Outdoor activities abound, next to Agua Piedra day use area, campground, hiking trails, and near Sipapu Resort.

2BD/1BA w/ detached garage, outdoor BBQ & mud oven.

MLS 95594 $179,000 Peaceful and private setting on forested 7 acres in Carson.

Multi-level floor plan offers many possibilities, with an open living area, flagstone flooring, and two bedrooms and study upstairs. A screened deck off the master, with screened porch below. With a studio, and heated shed/workshop, the possibilities are endless.

MLS 96925 $184,000

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A Solar Sanctuary Perfectly secluded 16.19 acre estate featuring multiple solar applications. Passive/2 active. A 1983 sq.ft. 2 bedroom, 2 bath main home. 518 sqft guest home & 1000 sq.ft. studio/office complex. 3 car heated garage and shop. Extensively remodeled with great attention to detail. Custom cabinetry throughout. Water rights, 1.3 acre pasture with 2.5 acre/ft of coverage. John Deere 4120 Tractor/Loader with 5 attachments. Price based on professional valuation. $930,000 MLS 91015 - To appreciate fully, please view film/video go to: http://www.berkshirehathawayhomeservicestaosrealestate.com/video © 2015 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of HomeServices of America, Inc.’ Equal Housing Opportunity.

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This 3,800 sq ft energy efficient dome is THE home for the 21st Century. Natural elements of organic clay walls, wood, cork, and stone w/ a stunning living/dining room area & upscale kitchen, including a den/media room, heated sunroom, a gallery plus an office all on 6 private acres on the Rio Pueblo. $1,100,000 MLS#96827

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The Great Escape Custom 3BR/3BA/3CG + office alpine 2,723 sq ft home in El Valle Escondido. Passive solar orientation, open floor plan, slate & wood flooring, in-floor radiant heat, & vaulted ceilings. 2nd story decks offer panoramic views. Fishing ponds, golf course, clubouse, & pool. $399,000. MLS# 96771

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A Taos Treasure

All Decked Out……

Huge cottonwoods and fruit trees surround this 3BR/2BA/1CG adobe circa 1915 which boasts high ceilings, lots of windows & light, wood floors and open living area.

Right on Kit Carson Rd close to everything & on 63+/-ac. zoned R-14. You’ve found a gem! $399,000 MLS#96582

…AND EVERYWHERE TO GO! This mountain cabin has floor to ceiling windows & spacious decks for dramatic mtn. vistas. The LR, dining, & kitchen are open w/ high vaulted ceilings. 3BR/3BA w/ heated 2CG & access to El Salto waterfall. $625,000 MLS#94867

Stunning Southwest Design All on 3 ac. of mountain views! This well maintained 3BR/2BA/2CG w/ 2,435 sq ft home w/ colorful tile accents in the spacious kitchen w/ stainless appliances. Fantastic great room w/ high ceilings & kiva FP. $485,000. MLS# 96011

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Ranchitos de Sueno Little Ranch of Dreams! Serenity abounds in this custom 3BR/3BA, 2,744 sq ft territorial home on 3 ac bordering a conservation easement w/ both the Rio Fernando & San Francisco acequia running through. Open floor plan w/ stunning FP, lg kitchen & dining room w/ dramatic views plus upstairs family room. Zoned agricultural. $575,000 MLS#96774

Indoor Living With An Outdoor Attitude!

Spacious & Inviting, this 3,300 sq ft SW chalet & 1BR/1BA guesthouse sits on 4.5 ac. in desirable Des Montes. Decks on two levels w/ views. Lg kitchen w/ a huge pantry, den/ TV room, office, master suite w/ FP. Also workshop, 2CG + sunroom/greenhouse. $599,000 MLS#96739

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When Quality Counts Custom 2BR/2BA 2,820 sq ft adobe home + guesthouse & 2 car garage in desirable Upper Colonias on 2.75 ac. Exceptional kitchen w/ custom cabinetry, stainless appliances, built-in pantry, & skylights. Upgraded finishes throughout. Lovely outdoor living areas w/ panoramic views of Taos Mtn. $629,000 MLS#96748

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San Geronimo Lodge

4BR/3BA/2CG 3,130 sq ft home + office, living room w/ vaulted ceiling & fireplace, family room/den and dining area.

Full of southwestern finishes, character, & wall space for art. Rear patio portal, w/ grassy lawn, dog run & panoramic views. $369,000 MLS #97063

Built in the early 1920’s, today’s it’s a lovely 18 room B&B. Some rooms have decks overlooking the grounds complete w/ a chile shaped pool, outdoor chapel, labyrinth, meditation paths & flowers & trees on 2.3 ac. The inn has been carefully restored to maintain the authentic details of the historic building. $1,800,000 MLS#96537 AT O U R O F F I C E O U R C L I E N T S A R E # 1

Good Things Come In Small Packages Let this cool, in town condo be your romantic retreat or week-end hide-a-way. 1BR/1BA condo remodeled w/ granite countertops, Jotul gas stoves, thermopane windows, hardwood floors, & skylights. Walled private patio. $149,000 MLS#94976

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Uptown / Intown This roomy in-town 2BR/2BA, 1,142 sq. ft. condo offers many options including a Kiva FP, wood beams, tile floors, & stainless appliances in the kitchen. A walled entrance area graces the front entry & private, walled patio in back. $212,500. MLS#94678

Nat’l Historic Register This beautifully restored commercial adobe is THE location for high visibility & high traffic on historic, busy Bent St. Now The Jerry Mann Gallery, it boasts a colorful past w/ some structure dating back to mid 1700s. Extensive remodel in 1999. $745,000 MLS#90815

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Think “Architectural Digest” Luxury custom compound on 9.7 ac. radiates style & taste. From the elegant entrance to the dramatic gallery and beautiful living areas, it makes entertaining easy.

1BR/1BA guest house & pool pavillion landscaping are icing on the cake. $1,975,000 MLS#96883

Hello Mother Nature This 2,750 sq ft 4BR/3BA home on 2 ac. is tucked in the trees for privacy views in El Salto. Lots of windows make the outdoors ever present. Relax on the beautiful deck & watch nature go by or walk to the El Salto waterfall. $475,000 MLS#93939

The Hughes Estate Live Large in this 5,000+/- sq ft adobe compound w/ 3BR/3BA main w/ den/family rm, 1BR guest house, 3CG w/ workshop, patios & portals w/ ½ ct. basketball court, golf fairway, stone benches, & rock BBQ on 12 ac. $1,350,000 MLS#94814

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IIf you need lots of space look no further…. This in-town home has 4,000+ sq ft, 5BR, 3BA (2 master suites or convert to guest house). Airy kitchen, formal dining, room, den/family room & T.V. room + 2CG on .99 ac. $499,000 MLS# 95099

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Life Is A Bowl Of Cherries Lovely cottage set amidst a magical orchard w/ flowers, trees & views. 2BR/2BA 1891 sq ft home w/ many windows, lg bedrooms, vaulted ceilings, & lots of storage. Light & bright. Pastoral setting. $295,000 MLS# 96816

Choice Property for Choices Currently a duplex being used for vacation rentals. This property features a 1BR/1BA + loft, kitchen & LR, plus a 1BR/1BA + loft w/ open living/dining, & kitchen. Both have FP & W/D. Owner has done both short & long term rentals. $275,000 MLS#96689

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Green & Glorious This custom 3,375+/- sq ft adobe on 6+ ac is exceptional & immaculate. Living areas open w/ high ceilings, vigas, wide plank floors, & walls of windows. Exceptional kitchen.

Generous portals and patios. $875,000 MLS#95094

Earth-Friendly Energy-efficient, 3BR/1.5 BA, 2,518 sq ft adobe home w/ open floorplan & classic finishes. Passive-solar, kiva FP, sauna, greenhouse, + wrap-a-round porch. 1,400 sq ft guesthouse on 41.85 ac. overlooking the Hondo valley. $899,000 MLS#94910

Location, Location, Location!

High visibility, high traffic across from El Meze and between Guadalajara Grill & Orlandos in El Prado, so this is a great site for retail, restaurant, office, or work/live. Do note that uses may require county approval. Owner/Agent. $279,000 MLS#96542

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Stake Your Claim… to some of the most beautiful territory in N.M. complete w/ 3BR/2BA/2CG custom home on 10 ac in the Stakeout area.

Designed to capture views of the Rio Grande Gorge, Taos Mtn., the Pedernal, Truchas Peaks, & foothills. Energy efficient Rastra construction. $697,500 MLS#96850

A sophisticated 2,400 sq ft 3BR/2.5BA/2CG home celebrateing light, views, and a feeling of serenity on 1.78 ac. bordering 100’s of ac of Taos Pueblo Land. Open floor plan, high ceilings, lg kitchen w/ pantry, fantastic master suite, & so much more.

Beautiful! $525,000 MLS#96849

Adorable & Affordable Charming and inviting and picture perfect all on .9+/-ac in-town w/ room for expansion. Home plus separate 615 sq ft adobe used as office/studio plus room for guests. Grounds feature sitting areas, water features, and flowers & trees. Prepare to be charmed! $245,000 MLS#97011

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You Are My Sunshine

3BR/2BA/2CG 2,460 sq ft adobe home & 400 sq ft guesthouse on 3.24 ac. Feast for the eyes at every turn. Gracious living areas for entertaining & lovely outdoor living areas.

Antique doors, curving arches, kiva FP & coved ceilings. $549,000 MLS#96919

This 2BR/2BA/2CG + sunroom & loft will keep you smiling even when skies are grey. The passive and active solar and desirable location will put a smile on your face too. A stunning fireplace in the LR w/ vigas, high ceilings & mountain views. A patio and 2 portals provide front row seats for sunrises & sunsets. $365,000 MLS#96670

Artful Haven Delight in this spacious 2,400 sq ft 3BR/3BA home on 1.4 ac w/ finished 646 sq ft studio. Enjoy the sculpted FP in the LR plus adjoining family room, colorful kitchen & dining area. The beautifully landscaped back yard is fenced and boasts a hot tub & deck. Welcome Home! $399,000 MLS#96814

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Follow Your Heart ……to this enchanting adobe home & guesthouse just minutes from Taos Plaza. Circa early 1900’s, it’s been remodeled & every thing is au courant. Open living area w/ 2 BRs, ample bath w/ claw foot tub & separate shower, plus cozy log cabin guesthouse. Prepare to be charmed. $345,000 MLS#96692

Perfect Protected Views This 4,000+ sq ft adobe home on 4 ac. bordering Pueblo land is imbued with huge Taos Mtn. views. 3BR/3BA/2CG, deluxe office, work-out room, covered patio w/ 2 kiva FPs, plus grand living room, great kitchen, & incredible dining room. $895,000 MLS#93944

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Lovingly renovated 1,903 sq.ft 2BR/2BA + office home + guesthouse/studio. Updated kitchen, wood, slate, & stained concrete flooring, viga ceilings, skylights, & 2 kiva FPs. Inviting outdoor areas and detached 2 car carport. Whats not to like? $425,000 MLS#97188

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Light Touch This 1BR/2BA condo could be your gateway to easy living.

Attached carport w/ extra storage & private patio w/ kiva FP are just a couple of the perks. Northside location provides swell access to TSV, etc. yet only minutes to town. $119,000 MLS#93457

You’re gonna love this well maintained 2BR/2BA home & office on Blueberry Hill Rd. with easy access to everything. A tasteful remodel w/ hardwood floors, open living areas and nice decks.

Light and Bright. Mountain views too. $219,000 MLS#96392

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Fantasy Meets Function Custom 3,000 sq ft, 2BR/2BA2CG home w/ 700 sq ft guesthouse. A colorful, FP in LR w/ media room/den, open kitchen & pantry, granite counter tops, & dining room w/ views all around. Expansive covered patio/portal in back & fenced yard. $639,000 MLS#96943

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Experienced Broker for Buyers & Sellers Longtime Taos Resident Property Management 314A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 • BHHSTaosRealEstate.com • 575 758 1924 • 800 530 8899 You’ll love this elegant home in a most beautiful private setting bordering National Forest! Quality construction on approximately 25 acres with old growth pinon and juniper. The house sits on a rise and the views will take your breath away. Big windows and the soaring cathedral ceiling let in the vistas and lots of light. Open floor plan. Custom made alder cabinets in the kitchen. Excellent passive solar as well as radiant floor heat throughout. The finished garage also has radiant heat, and room for a workshop.

Two 1400 gallon cisterns, with filters, provide plenty of water. Flagstone patio and covered screened porch enhance the outdoor space. Charming southwest style with saltillo tile, vigas, and two fireplaces. $286,500 MLS 97028

Bordering National Forest Old growth pinon and juniper forest is the setting for this 2 story home plus casita on 18 acres bordering National. There are 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, a spacious kitchen and large sunroom. Among the benefits are a well, and new fiber optic line to the house. Secluded and serene. Owner financing is available with large down payment. $247,500 MLS 96960

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Borders BLM land. Excellent road. Only 23 miles from Taos. $25,000 MLS 96443

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Unique Northern New Mexico land near Taos. Almost 4 acres covered with old growth pinon & bordering Carson National Forest. Very private with good building sites, & views. Owner financing available! $44,000 MLS 95448. Also, two 3.24 acre pieces for $31,000 each.

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Stewards of the land

Crestina and Jim Trujillo-Armstrong

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bout five years ago, the drought prompted Jim and Crestina Trujillo-Armstrong to sell off their cattle – and diversify into goats and sheep.

In mid-June, when Enchanted Homes sat down with the TrujilloArmstrongs in their San Cristobal kitchen, they had 12 adult goats and seven kids, and nine full-grown sheep with 16 lambs.

Ever irascible and poignant, Crestina Trujillo grew up in the no-nonsense El Norté and never has cut her farm-and-ranch roots. She’s still active with the Farm Bureau, 4-H and other ag organizations.

On the other hand, calm and congenial Jim Armstrong was born on a cattle ranch on the Texas Panhandle but lost his ag connection when his family moved to Albuquerque when he was 13. He went to work for the U.S. Forest Service, where he met Crestina because her father shoed Forest Service horses.

(He claims he married her mostly because she had a ranch … and Crestina doesn’t dispute that.)

Tell us about your goats.

Jim: Our first were dairy goats, got them in 2007. You can milk them but they get pretty wild. You ended up tying them down or laying on them. I had to milk three goats twice a day: That’s a lot like a job. So, we switched to a Boer goat breed, a meat goat.

Crestina: We still have one dairy goat, but she’s sort of a dud. But she’s lasted.

One thing about goats: They are picky eaters. They only eat certain weeds at certain times – just the right times in the weeds’ growth cycle to kill them off for good. I’ve seen them spit out hounds’ tongue, chicory, wild rose because it’s not time. We got goats mostly to eat the willows that were thick along the creek (San Cristobal Creek). Jim had a conniption fit, but all we had to do was let them alone and they went right through those willows.

Jim: I didn’t grow up around goats, but now I see they have their own personalities. They know what they are doing, and they will pick up on patterns. They’re not hard-headed, like sheep.

So, what about your sheep?

Crestina: We’re breed-specific. We first went to Farmington for the ewes, a Katahdin hair breed from Maine. Then we got the Dorper rams the next year, from South Africa. Both are meat sheep, as opposed to wool. They have a sweet meat. There’s no money in wool, and you have to shear it.

Jim: They’ll eat forbs and browse before they’ll eat grass. I’ve seen them pass by something for a week or two, then stop and eat it. We have a big selection around here.

Crestina: And they really look forward to a bale of hay and some grain. It’s like ice cream for them, made as a special ‘treat’ with the grain.

Jim: I do remember that in Montana, where the men took care of the cattle and the women the sheep.

Crestina: I’m here to break that stereotype.

What’s the state of the agricultural life in Northern New Mexico these days?

Jim: I think the older generation is wearing out. You can’t make a living up here. You can break even and you have to grow your own feed. Some of the young get the idea to keep the land in the family, but they want jobs and leave the land. I’m the only one in my family that still is in farming or ranching. My brothers and cousins went to the city for school and stayed.

Crestina: It’s a materialistic world out there. It’s all about convenience now, with life so fast-paced, we're losing social interaction, face to face, person to person.

So you really have to want this life out here. You have to really want to be a steward of the land.

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Specializing in Acreage, Ranches and Unique Homes

Stan Harrell, Qualifying Broker

Specializing in Acreage, P.O. Box 49 Ranches and Unique Homes

Angel Fire, NM 87710 (575) 377-2344/ (800) 368-0753 Stan Harrell, Qualifying Broker monteverde@newmex.com (575) 377-7279 fax P.O. Box 49 www.monteverderealty.com

Angel Fire, NM 87710 (575) 377-2344/ (800) 368-0753 GOLD RANCH ~ 282.7± Acres, Black Lake, NM MLS 95349 (575) 377-7279 fax This acreagemonteverde@newmex.com is fully fenced with 0.6 miles of Hwy 120 frontage.

A new barn/ www.monteverderealty.com bunkhouse has been constructed complete with kitchen, baths, sleeping areas and entertainment facilities. Electric, phone, and satellite TV installed at the site. Well and septic system complete the utilities.

RVNM padsMLS with 95349 hookups GOLD RANCH ~ 282.7± Acres, Black Two Lake, and thereThis are acreage currentlyis3 fully elk tags. $1,750,000 fenced with 0.6 miles of Hwy 120 frontage. A

new barn/bunkhouse has been constructed complete with kitchen, baths, sleeping areas and entertainment facilities. Electric, phone, and satellite TV installed at the site. Well and septic system the utilities.

Two RV pads with hookups and 95245 there are VALLEY complete HIGH RANCH ~ 295.7± Acres, Angel Fire, NM MLS Located currently north of Angel of US Hwy 64 (across from Vietnam Veteran’s 3 elk Fire tags.off$1,995,000

Memorial State Park). Wheeler Peak Wilderness and Moreno Valley views. No resort membership dues. Public access road that is privately maintained. Ideal property for subdividing. Cieneguilla Creek flows through a portion of the property.VALLEY $950,000 Owner/Broker HIGH RANCH ~ 295.7± Acres, Angel Fire, NM

MLS 95245 Located north of Angel Fire off of US Hwy 64 (across from Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial State Park). Wheeler Peak Wilderness Moreno Valley~ views. resort membership dues. Public O’NEAL and FISHING RANCH 50.36± No Acres, Amalia, NM access road that is privately maintained.

Ideal property for MLS 97014 Creek through a portion theit Located subdividing. north of Taos, Cieneguilla NM off of Hwy 522 flows in Amalia, NM this acreageofhas property.

Owner/Broker all! A 5,050± sq.ft. $1,000,000 4 bed, 4 bath main house, a 1,700 sq.ft., 3 bed, 2 bath caretakers quarters, a 1,044± sq.ft. guest house and a 256± sq.ft. studio plus other outbuildings. Rio Costilla River flows thru making this a fly fisherman’s RANCH ~ 958.5± Acres, Raton, NM MLS 95351 paradise!CUNICO 14.99 irrigated acres of 1874 water rights. $1,875,000

Located east of Raton, NM, this property has run up to 100 head of summer cattle. In recent years it has been leased for cattle and horses. The ranch was homesteaded in the early 1900’s and there TAOS TRIANGLE ~ 73.6± Acres, Stakeout Area, Taos, NM are several structures on the property including a two bedroom MLS 97014 house (renovated in 68.

2006), barn, loafing Over 0.5main mile of frontage on NM Hwy Closelarge to Taos Country Club,shed, Taos corrals.

Fenced Great and Guard Armory and bunkhouses University ofand Newworking Mexico-Taos Campus.

National garage/workshop, views of cross-fenced.

Taos Mountain $1,100,000 and surrounding area. Good for any number of future uses. Two of the partners are licensed NM real estate brokers. $1,200,000 Owner/Broker

TAOS TRIANGLE ~ 73.6± Acres, Stakeout area MLS 95556 Over 0.5 mile of frontage on NM Hwy 68. Close to Taos Country BOSTONClub, PROPERTY ~ 67.25± Upper Red Riverof New Valley, Red Taos National GuardAcres, Armory and University MexicoRiver, NM MLS 95777 Taos Campus. Great views of Taos Mountain and surrounding 67.25± acres Forest. miles south area. completely Good for surrounded any numberbyofCarson futureNational uses. Two of 9the partners of Red River, NM on Hwy 578 this property is “One of a Kind”.

West Fork of are licensed NM real estate brokers. $1,200,000 Owner/ the Red River runs thru the entire property plus a pond near the 2 bed, 2 bath Broker log cabin with upgraded septic, power and telephone, domestic water well and spectacular views of New Mexico’s tallest mountain, Wheeler Peak! Elk permits may be applied for from NM Game & Fish. $975,000

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Taos Lifestyle is your source for fine home furnishings.

Find every style from contemporary to traditional and rustic. Fine furniture brands like La-Z-Boy, American Leather, Norwalk and Riverside are in stock and available to special order. Rugs, lighting,bedding, accessories and occasional pieces finish off your look. Design service is available. Taos Lifestyle has the largest selection of mattresses in Northern New Mexico from Serta, Tempurpedic and more. Find Taos Lifestyle in the Albertson’s Shopping Center at 710 Paseo del Pueblo Sur. (575) 758-5885. Shop online at Taoslifestyle.com. Open 7 days a week.

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CERRO

To Costilla & Colorado

El Norte

QUESTA

RED RIVER

SAN CRISTÓBAL

To Tres Piedras & Chama

ARROYO HONDO

ELIZABETHTOWN

TAOS SKI VALLEY

VALDEZ EL SALTO

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LLANO QUEMADO

STAKEOUT AREA To Santa Fé & Albuquerque

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GET TO KNOW THE ENCHANTED CIRCLE

The Enchanted Circle encompasses Taos, Angel Fire, Eagle Nest, Red River and Questa. Known for its magnificent scenery and outdoor activities, the Enchanted Circle makes an outstanding day trip. Drive time is approximately 3 1/2 hours, but make plans for frequent stops along the way. It’s worth the extra time to discover the hidden treasures of Northern New Mexico.

TOWN OF TAOS

TAOS COUNTRY CLUB, STAKEOUT AREA

Taos Plaza rests at the heart of the historic district, surrounded by shops, galleries and restaurants within easy walking distance, in the midst of quiet residential areas. It has a relatively flat landscape filled with cottonwood trees.

Average home sale price: $254,896

A relatively new area of development with broad expanses of land affording unbroken mountain views, as well as the piñon-and-juniper covered “Outlaw Hill,” where Old West outlaws hid out from the law.

Average home sale price: $342,444

RANCHOS DE TAOS, TALPA, LLANO QUEMADO

BLUEBERRY HILL An area of sagebrush mesas, which a popular area for houses.

Average home sale price: $288,125

UPPER LAS COLONIAS A varied area of sagebrush and juniper, with easy access to the town of Taos and affordable home options.

Average home sale price: $337,265

ARROYO HONDO, HONDO MESA A village of old adobes and other dwellings along the Río Hondo, with a rolling high desert mesa stretching toward the Río Grande Gorge. Includes popular fishing spots, as well as the historic John Dunn Bridge.

Average home sale price: $240,481

ARROYO SECO, EL SALTO, DES MONTES Arroyo Seco is a picturesque village of galleries, shops and cafes, surrounded by the beautiful landscape and gorgeous views of the mountains. El Salto and Des Montes have rolling terrain with orchards and ranches.

Arroyo Seco average home sale price: $375,181 El Salto average home sale price: $415,600 Des Montes average home sale price: $399,358

TAOS SKI VALLEY, VALDEZ Taos Ski Valley is world-renowned with both national and international clientele. Most of the businesses are open yearround for outdoor enthusiasts of every season. Valdez sits at the foot of the canyon accessing Taos Ski Valley, providing high-altitude living amidst woodlands and valleys along the Río Hondo.

TSV average home sale price: $410,666 TSV average condo sale price: $315,620 Valdez average home sale price: $236,633

TAOS CANYON, CAÑÓN This area is replete with hiking trails and campgrounds.

Picturesque views of the mountainsides and the Río Fernando combine to form a lush, green landscape.

Taos Canyon average home sale price: $167,777 Cañón average home sale price: $287,200

Home of the most photographed church in the country (San Francisco de Asís), Ranchos de Taos is accented with quaint adobe structures, galleries and shops. High terrain and ridges afford views of the Río Grande Gorge and mountains.

Average home sale price: $199,684

WEIMER FOOTHILLS An upscale neighborhood of rolling hills, it is close to schools, Holy Cross Hospital and the Taos Youth and Family Center. Building restrictions keep mountain and foothill views relatively unbroken.

Average home sale price: $354,163

EL PRADO, RANCHITOS, CÓRDOVAS El Prado is comprised of meadows and ranch lands with small shops, cafes and other businesses along the highway. Ranchitos and Los Córdovas are similar but more residential. All have excellent views of Taos Mountain.

El Prado average home sale price: $256,666 Ranchitos average home sale price: $350,400 Los Córdovas average home sale price: $245,452

ANGEL FIRE Cradled in the beautiful Moreno Valley, Angel Fire is a favorite destination for skiers in the winter and golfers, hikers and music lovers in the summer.

Average home sale price: $381,170

RED RIVER This historic ski town invites visitors to explore its Wild West history along with its many shops and restaurants.

Surrounded by the Carson National Forest, the village rests in a valley, with the Red River running through it.

Average home sale price: $310,350

QUESTA An agricultural town at the mouth of the Red River, with a compact downtown of shops and restaurants, and a variety of rural housing tucked between the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and the Río Grande Gorge.

Average home sale price: $176,375

Joel Schantz, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Taos Real Estate www.BHHSTaosRealEstate.com, provided the information. DISCLAIMER: Statistics are based on MLS information for the period Jan. 1, 2014 through Dec. 31, 2014. Neither the REALTORS Association of New Mexico nor Taos County Association of REALTORS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data is maintained by Taos County Association of REALTORS and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.

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TAOS COUNTY

COMMUNITY PROFILE The boundaries of Taos County stretch from the Colorado border on the north to the Cañon del Río Grande on the south. Containing 2,203 square miles, the 7,000-foot high Taos valley is bounded in the east by soaring Sangre de Cristos of the southern Rockies, and in west by the lower Tusas Range. The terrain crosses a half-dozen ecological zones, from high-alpine tundra to sage grasslands; thus, weather is often localized. The Río Grande carves a deep gorge down the center of the valley, which is dotted with old volcanic cones and necks.

Tribal members of Picuris Pueblo have lived above the Río Pueblo near Peñasco for centuries.

Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited settlement in the United States and the northernmost of the 19 Rio Grande Pueblos.

Pueblo history traces back some 1,000 years – centuries before the first Europeans arrived in the late 1500s. These conquistadors claimed the land for Spain, and soon Spanish and Mexican land grantees settled in the Taos area. Ancestral acequias still divert water from seven watersheds along the Sangre de Cristo front into pastures, fields and orchards.

Roughly 50 percent of Taos County’s 1,444,480 acres is federal land, primarily U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management. About 38 percent of the county is private. Native Americans own 4.3 percent, and state lands make up 6.7 percent.

Federal lands accommodate hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, ATV and snowmobiling, hunting and fishing. Golfers tee off at Taos Country Club and Valle Escondido; skiers and snowboarders carve up Taos Ski Valley and Sipapu Ski Area.

Government jobs predominate in the local economy and, in the last several decades, tourism has replaced agriculture as a primary economic driver. Real estate and home construction provide revenues and jobs. Visitors come to experience the

tri-culture atmosphere, the hundred-mile views and adobe stylings – and many return for good.

The county is home to a significant number of retirees, many of whom have already purchased second homes. It is also home to several off-the-grid communities west of the Río Grande, including the Earthships of the Greater World Community.

TOWNS, VILLAGES & SETTLEMENTS Incorporated (population): Taos (5,676), Questa (1,760), Red River (475), Taos Ski Valley (69) Unincorporated: Amalia, Arroyo Seco, Costilla, Ojo Caliente, Pilar, Peñasco, Ranchos de Taos, Talpa, Tres Piedras, Valdez Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research

POPULATION Estimated 2012 population: 33,114 Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research

PUEBLOS Taos Pueblo: Sovereign government, governor with nine members, war chief with 12 members, all serving one-year terms: www.taospueblo.com Picuris Pueblo: Sovereign government, governor serves two-year term: www.newmexico.org/picuris

WORKFORCE STATISTICS (2013) Civilian labor force: 16,622 Employed: 15,130 Unemployed: 1,491 Unemployment Rate: 9.0 percent

AGRICULTURE Number of farms: 637 Total farmland: 456,932 acres Average size: 717 acres Market value of ag products sold: $5,992,000 (61 percent livestock, 39 percent crops) Largest crops: Cattle/calves, hay/alfalfa Source: National Agricultural Statistics Service (2007)

TEMPERATURE Month

High

Low Precip. Inches

January

42

11

0.62

February

47

18

0.57

March

55

24

0.79

April

63

30

0.80

May

73

39

1.14

June

83

47

0.98

July

87

52

1.49

August

84

51

2.06

September

78

43

1.49

October

66

32

1.31

November

53

21

0.80

December

43

12

0.74

Average

65

32

1.06

Source: National Climatic Data Center

SAMPLE OF RENTAL PRICES

Total registered voters: 25,056 Democrats: 17,094 Republicans: 3,274 Declined to state: 3,748 Other: 940

(all prices are approximate) Small one-bedroom apartment near Plaza: $620-650 Two-bedroom adobe, Talpa: $810 Mid-range two-bedroom house, El Prado: $865 Two-bedroom condo with courtyard, Taos: $970 Three-bedroom house, Blueberry Hill: $1,245-1,350

Source: Bureau of Elections

Source: Kokopelli Property Management

Source: Department of Workforce Solutions

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TOWN OF TAOS COMMUNITY PROFILE The 5.4 square miles of incorporated town of Taos spread out beneath the shadow of Pueblo Peak (12,305), bounded roughly by the Río Lucero on the north and Río Grande de Ranchos on the south.

At 7,000 feet in elevation, Taos experiences winter lows in the single digits and summer highs in the low-90s.

Taos Puebloans inhabited the sage-piñon-juniper mountain front for several centuries before Spanish explorers arrived around 1600. Soon, Spanish settlers returned, armed with land grant decrees from the king. The central plaza became the hub of activity and the site of conflicts — often bloody — between the Spanish, natives and late-arriving Americans. Long isolated from the outside world, Taos began to grow in the 1960s with an influx of hippies to nearby communes, and continues to this day with young ski bums and rafters, and older retirees.

Commercial activity centers on the plaza area and along north and south ends of Paseo del Pueblo, the main thoroughfare. A popular home for Southwest artists, Taos boasts dozens of galleries, boutiques and craft shops – plus renowned studio tours, and art and crafts festivals. Dozens of restaurants serve up all variety of cuisine; the Northern New Mexico red-sauce dishes are renowned. Just south of town in Ranchos de Taos sits St. Francis de Asís Catholic Church, reputed to be the most-photographed church in America. The Catholic influence can be seen in the cemeteries, roadside descansos, and neighborhood churches called capillas and moradas.

The locals speak a patois of Castilian Spanish and English.

As the county seat, Taos is home to the county government and district courts. The U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management have a strong presence in town. On the outskirts of town, pastures, fields and gardens irrigated by ancestral acequias, extend out from the rivers and streams.

POPULATION Estimated Taos 2013: 5,731 Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research; U.S. Census Bureau

TAXES Gross Receipts Tax: 8.1875 percent Lodgers Tax: 5.00 percent Residential Tax Rate: 12.831-16.955 mills (depending on location) Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research; Taos County Assessor’s Office

SCHOOLS/HIGHER ED Taos Municipal School District: Taos Municipal School District: Ranchos Elementary, Enos García Elementary, Arroyos del Norte Elementary, Taos Middle School, Taos High School, Chrysalis Alternative School, Taos Charter School, Anansi Charter School, Taos Cyber Magnet, Vista Grande High School; Taos Integrated School for the Arts, Taos Academy Charter School, Taos Waldorf School; Taos International School; University of New Mexico-Taos, University of New Mexico Bachelor & Graduate Programs

PUBLIC RECREATION FACILITIES General: Taos Youth and Family Center, www.taosyouth.com, (575)758-4160, with game room, video games, swimming pool, ice rink;

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FORM OF GOVERNMENT Mayor and four-member town council, staggered four-year terms; town manager; www.taosgov.com

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Chile Line: local and area service, (575) 751-4459, www.taosgov.com/transportation/chile-line.php; North Central Regional Transit District: regional service, (505) 629-4725, www.ncrtd.org Taos Regional Airport: general aviation (575) 758-4995, www.taosairport.org

HEALTH SERVICES Holy Cross Hospital, (575) 758-8883, www.taoshospital.org; Taos Urgent Care, (575) 751-1006; Taos VA Clinic, (575) 751-0328.

DRIVING DISTANCES Santa Fe: 70 miles Albuquerque: 131 miles Denver: 287 miles Dallas: 674 miles Phoenix: 595 miles

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COMMUNITY PROFILE

TAOS SKI VALLEY

Taos Ski Valley sits at the head of the Río Hondo Canyon, surrounded by Carson National Forest in what is known as the La Cal Basin. The state’s highest peak, Wheeler Peak (13,167), rises to the east, and the ridge off Kachina Peak (12,481) sets the western boundary. The climate is montane and alpine, with winter lows below zero and summer highs in the 70s.

The economy of the area is dominated by Taos Ski Valley, a world-class winter sports mountain that is known for its steep trails and an average of 300 inches of snowfall. The basin first attracted settlement when gold and copper were discovered in the early 1900s.

Ski valley founder Ernie Blake put up the first ski lift in 1956. The Blake family owned the resort until 2013, when it sold the mountain and facilities to Louis Bacon, who has begun upgrades and renovations including the new Kachina Peak lift.

The base area, at 9,200 feet elevation, includes day and overnight facilities. The mountain has 15 lifts and 110 trails, with a total vertical drop of more than 3,000 feet.

SCHOOLS/HIGHER ED

None; area within Taos Municipal School District

PUBLIC RECREATION FACILITIES Hiking/Mountain Biking/X-C: Carson National Forest, www.fs.usda.gov/carson, (575) 758-6200; popular trails include Williams Lake Trail, Bull ‘O The Woods Trail, Gold Hill Trail, Yerba Canyon Trail, Gavilan Canyon Trail Fishing: Rio Hondo, Lake Fork

FORM OF GOVERNMENT Mayor and four-member village council, staggered four-year terms; village administrator

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Taos Chile Line www.taosgov.com (575) 751-4459 (Winter Only) Taos Express Winter Shuttle www.TaosExpress.com (575) 751-4459 (Winter Only)

The Village of Taos Ski Valley, incorporated in 1996, encompasses 2.3 square miles in the valley and administers municipal services, such as water, sewer and police.

TSV daily shuttle to Santa Fe and Albuquerque airports, (800) 776-1111 (Winter Only)

POPULATION

HEALTH SERVICES

Estimated Taos Ski Valley 2013: 69 yearround; up to 4,000 seasonal (winter)

Mogul Medical Urgent Care, open during ski season only; www.mogulmedical.com, (575) 776-8421

Source: Village of Taos Ski Valley Master Plan

ST. MORITZ CONDOMINIUMS

LUXURIOUS NEW CONDOS IN TAOS SKI VALLEY! Beautiful architecture featuring scenic balconies with OUTSTANDING VIEWS. Most attractive building in neighbor-hood that makes the neighbors property look better. GREAT LOCATION! Just two minutes from the slopes, shops, restaurants and other establishments; but also TUCKED AWAY from the hustle and bustle. Quality construction with granite counter tops, travertine tiles, beautiful stone work, custom cabinets and gas fireplaces. Low HOA dues makes this new project very attractive. Special pricing on two units.

MLS# 91263 .......Unit 101 .........$399,000 ............1Br $319.72 monthly dues

MLS# 91264 .......Unit 102 .........$399,000 ...........*1Br $311.96 monthly dues

MLS# 91266 .......Unit 201 .........$529,000 ...........*2Br $395.15 monthly dues MLS# 91267........Unit 202 .........$499,000 ............2Br $395.15 monthly dues

MLS# 91268 .......Unit 302 .........$499,900 ............2Br $364.49 monthly dues

MLS# 91270 .......Unit 402 .........$439,000 ............1Br $332.06 monthly dues

DRIVING DISTANCES

TAXES Gross Receipts Tax Rate: 8.6875 percent Lodgers Tax Rate: 5 percent Residential Property Tax: 21.978 mills Sources: UNM Bureau of Business & Economic Research; Taos County Assessor’s Office

Taos: 19 miles Santa Fe: 87 miles Albuquerque: 149 miles Denver: 297 miles Oklahoma City: 543 miles Dallas: 693 miles

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COMMUNITY PROFILE

The town of Red River nestles along the Red River, a mountain tributary to the Río Grande. The settlement sits at 8,750 feet elevation, surrounded

by Carson National Forest and the Sangre de Cristo mountains. The climate is montane and alpine, with winter lows below zero and summer highs in the 70s. Thunderstorms often roll through on summer afternoons.

Gold miners first settled the area in the mid-1800s.

These days, the local economy relies upon winter tourists who ski and snowboard, and summer tourists who come to hike, mountain bike, drive ATVs and relax in the cool temperatures. Some 1,200 seasonal homes house many of these visitors.

Red River Ski Area rises to the south of town with a vertical drop of 1,600 feet. The mountain includes 58 trails and six lifts on 290 acres, and typically attracts more than 120,000 ticket-buyers in a winter season. In the summer, lifts run for mountain bikers, hikers and sightseers.

For a fee, wintertime enthusiasts can explore the 21 miles of groomed skiing and snowshoeing trails at Enchanted Forest Cross Country and Snowshoe Area, located three miles east of town. In town, private rental services lease out snowmobiles and ATVs, and trail riding on horses is a popular summer activity.

The town of Red River administers municipal services for residents, visitors and nearly 200

Courtesy Red River Ski and Summer Area

RED RIVER

businesses in the community. The town hosts a number of popular summertime events, beginning with the Memorial Day Motorcycle Rally that typically attracts more than 20,000 motorcyclists for the long weekend.

Hiking/Biking/ATV-Snowmobiling: Carson National Forest, www.fs.usda.gov/carson, (575) 758-6200; popular trails including Red River Nature Trail, Columbine Trail, Sawmill Park Trail, Middlefork Trail, Goose Creek Trail

POPULATION

Fishing: Red River; Town Ponds

Estimated Red River 2013: 482 year-round; approx. 4,000 seasonal Sources: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research; Red River Comprehensive Plan

TAXES Gross Receipts Tax: 8.4375 percent Lodgers Tax: 5 percent Residential Tax Rate: 13.337-19.479 mills (depending on location) Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research; Taos County Assessor’s Office

SCHOOLS/HIGHER ED Questa Independent School District: Red River Valley Charter School, Questa Elementary, Questa Middle School, Questa High School, Cimarrón School District: Eagle Nest Elementary, Eagle Nest Middle School, Cimarrón High School, Moreno Valley High School

PUBLIC RECREATION FACILITIES General: Brandenburg Park, Woerndle Park, Mallette Park,

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FORM OF GOVERNMENT Mayor/town council and town administrator, with mayor and four councilors serving four-year, staggered terms; www.redriver.org, (575) 754-2277

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Red River Miner’s Transit: free yearround service, with door-to-door service, redriver.org/public-transit, (575) 770-5959; town-operated heliport

HEALTH SERVICES Main Street Medical Clinic, 421 East Main St., (575) 754-6330: Family health and urgent care.

UltiMed Clinic (winter only), urgent care, in Lift House building of the Red River Ski Area, 200 A Pioneer Road; ultimed.com/pages/red.html, (575) 754-1773

DRIVING DISTANCES Taos: 36 miles Santa Fe: 106 miles Albuquerque: 165 miles Denver: 275 miles Dallas: 648 miles Oklahoma City: 511 miles

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price comparison | here & there

Living in season Enjoy seasonal living any time of the year. Compare these ideal properties where summer, winter, spring and fall each have their own unique appeal.

Taos, NM

Vail, CO

$699,000

$1,795,000

3BR/2BA 3883 sq. ft., 0.5 acres MLS 95338

4BR/4BA 4102 sq. ft., 0.82 acres MLS 923020

Set on a gorgeously landscaped half acre, this elegant adobe home is comfortable, spacious, and beautifully appointed with marble finishes and upscale fixtures. A walkway flanked by gardens leads to the front door. The sunken great room is large enough to accommodate multiple conversation areas, and there’s additional room to relax or entertain in the garden room, complete with wet bar. The home has both informal and formal dining spaces and a kitchen that’s an epicurean’s delight, with glass-fronted cherry cabinets, marble counters, a central island, an integrated drawer refrigerator, and a huge pantry with an additional side-by-side fridge and abundant cabinet space. The master bedroom is en-suite and opens to a private patio. The Los Altos neighborhood is in a fantastic location, near Taos Ski Valley, the village of Arroyo Seco, and the Town of Taos. The neighborhood is popular among second homeowners and offers a year-round indoor swimming pool and a tennis court.

Magnificent views of Castle Peak, golf course, and spectacular western sunsets. Lots of privacy with an easy livable floor plan.

Vaulted ceilings, natural gas, baseboard heating, jetted tub. Outside painted last fall, hardwood floors just refinished, and home warranty on major appliances & heating/AC. Full home water softener (new 2014). Security system. Dual zone furnace for efficiency. Club membership available (pool, fitness center, spa/hot tub, tennis).

Elegant adobe in the Los Altos Neighborhood

Cordillera The Summit

Contact: Patti Brave Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate Telephone: 970-569-6501

Contact: Page Sullivan Page Sullivan Group Coldwell Banker Lota Realty, Inc. Telephone: 575-758-7890 page@taoshomepage.com

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Courtesy Angel Fire Resort/Terrence Siemon

ANGEL FIRE

COMMUNITY PROFILE Angel Fire is located at an elevation of 8,382 feet above sea level in the high Moreno Valley of Colfax County. The climate mirrors the Rocky Mountain setting that includes some of the highest peaks in New Mexico. About 210 inches of snow typically fall on Angel Fire in the winter, and average temperatures range between zero and 30 degrees F. Summertime highs rarely exceed 80 degrees F., with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cool off midday temperatures.

Surrounded by U.S. National Forest and private ranches, the incorporated Village of Angel Fire covers 18,450 acres. The village includes the general aviation Colfax County Airport and the Angel Fire Ski & Golf Resort, a private membership community overseen by the Association of Angel Fire Property Owners.

The resort hasw more than a thousand private homes, a 500-acre ski and snowboard mountain, a championship golf course, country club, fishing lake and other amenities for member-landowners.

Non-members can pay to use most resort facilities.

A favored hunting ground for the Utes, the Moreno Valley grew in the 1860s with the discovery of gold. Ranching dominated the local scene until the 1960s, when the first ski runs of Angel Fire Resort were cut on Aqua Fria Peak.

Tourism fuels the local economy, although several large working ranches still operate in the area.

POPULATION

Fishing: Eagle Nest Lake State Park, (575) 377-1594; Cimarrón State Park, (575) 377-6271; Valle Vidal.

Estimated Angel Fire 2013: 1,178 year-round; approx. 2,000 summer

Athletics: Angel Fire Sports Complex – soccer, softball, rugby

Source: UNM Bureau of Business & Economic Research; local Realtors

FORM OF GOVERNMENT

TAXES

Village Council with four members and mayor, four-year, staggered terms: www.angelfirenm.gov

Gross Receipts Tax: 7.4375 percent Lodger’s Tax: 5.00 percent Sports & Recreation Fee: 2.4 percent Residential Tax Rate: 22.306 mills Source: N.M. Dept. of Revenue; Colfax County Assessor’s Office

SCHOOLS Cimarrón Municipal School District: Cimarrón Elementary/Middle School; Eagle Nest Elementary/Middle School; Cimarrón High School; Moreno Valley High School

PUBLIC RECREATION FACILITIES Hiking/Biking/Snowmobiling: Carson National Forest, www.fs.usda.gov/carson, (575) 758-6200; Cimarrón State Park, (575) 377-6271; Valle Vidal; popular trails including Sendoro and Bobcat Trails; Elliott Barker Trail Complex; Greenbelt Trails; Oeste Vista; Lake and Lady Slipper Trails

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PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION None

HEALTH SERVICES Moreno Valley Health Care Clinic 11 Elliott Barker Road No. A (575) 377-3301 UltiMed Clinic Ski Patrol Building Angel Fire Ski Resort (open in winter only) (575) 377-1805

DRIVING DISTANCES Santa Fe: 92 miles Albuquerque: 154 miles Denver: 295 miles Dallas: 659 miles

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QUESTA

COMMUNITY PROFILE The incorporated area of the Village of Questa encompasses 5.1 square miles around the confluence of the Red River (Río Colorado) and Cabresto Creek – both tributaries of the Río Grande. The area is bounded by the Latir massif of the southern Sangre de Cristo Range to the east – with Venado Peak (12,734 feet) as the highest – and the Guadalupe Mountains and the Río Grande Gorge to the west.

At 7,461 feet elevation, residents of Questa and the surrounding community experience at highdesert climate, with summer highs in the 80s and winter lows in the single digits.

Located between the San Luis Valley and Taos, Questa has long been a gateway for travelers heading north or south. The ancient trade route Kiowa Trail ran nearby, connecting tribes to the north with Río Grande Pueblos. Later, French fur traders used the route to reach the trading center in Taos and, in the 17th century, Hispanic land grantees settled in the area. Many land grant heirs still live on their original properties.

Agriculture has long been a mainstay of the Questa economy. Irrigation acequias draw water off the rivers and streams, and distribute it to hay, alfalfa and winter wheat fields surrounding the community. Raising sheep once dominated livestock production, but that enterprise has been largely been replaced by cattle ranching. Local forest traditions of wood gathering, piñon nut collection, grazing and hunting still persist.

In 2014, Chevron Mining closed its molybdenum operation and began reclamation of the Red River. In conjunction, Questa leaders have pushed to increase tourism in the scenic village, promoting fishing along the Red River and hiking in the mountains as the main attractions.

The village has opened a hiking trail from the village to the BLM’s Wild Rivers Recreation Area, which sits at the confluence of the Red River and Río Grande, and the downtown area has had a facelift. Passersby often pause in town to eat at a half-dozen restaurants that boast spicy Northern New Mexico cuisine.

Another attraction is the historic San Antonio de Padua church that is undergoing massive renovations, funding by local donations and performed by Questeños, after a wall collapsed and church leaders in Santa Fe considered closing it down.

POPULATION Estimated Questa 2013: 1,767 Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research

TAXES Gross Receipts Tax Rate: 8.1875 percent Residential Tax Rate: 17.220 mills Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research; Taos County Assessor’s Office

SCHOOLS/HIGHER ED Alta Vista Elementary and Intermediate School, Questa Junior and Senior High School, Roots & Wings Charter School

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FORM OF GOVERNMENT Mayor/Village Council, with mayor and four council members, serving fouryear, staggered terms; www.laplaza.org/ government/questa, (575) 586-0694

PUBLIC RECREATION FACILITIES Hiking/Camping/Fishing: Trails and waterways in the Carson Nat’l Forest, Questa Ranger District, (575) 586-0520, www.fs.usda.gov/carson; hiking and river access to the Wild Rivers Recreation Area, (575) 758-8851, www.blm.gov/nm/st/en/ prog/recreation/taos/wild_rivers_rec_area. html; Río Grande del Norte National Monument, (575) 586-1150, www.blm.gov/nm/ Ríograndedelnorte; Las Vistas de Questa trail

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION North Central Regional Transit District: regional service, (505) 629-4725, www.ncrtd.org; Questa Municipal Airport, general aviation, www.airnav. com/airport/N24; (575) 613-2853

DRIVING DISTANCES Denver: 262 miles Albuquerque: 154 miles Santa Fe: 94 miles Taos: 24 miles Red River: 12 miles

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CARSON RANCH

575-758-3275 225 Kit Carson Road

TAOS FARM NG LISTI W E N

643 acres surrounded by Carson National Forest 160 ac. fenced pasture • 1,039 sq ft, restored chinked-log, settler’s cabin Stephen Kilborn designed fountain • Carmen Velarde fireplace Expansive porch & gazebo • 920 ft well & solar pump • Two 1700 gal cisterns 3.12 & 1.56 kw PV arrays • Hunting permits

Turn-key working farm • 4 bedroom 3 bath elegant farm house • 3397 sq ft Two master suites • Library • Chef’s kitchen • 31+ secluded acres • 18 + irrigated acres • 5 wells • 2-car garage • Studio/Workshop/Office • 4200 sq ft fullyautomated greenhouse • ~4 miles to the Plaza

MLS 95387 $825,000

MLS 96989 $875,000

A person starts to live when he can live outside himself.

- Albert Einstein

Current Happenings in Taos Real Estate

RE/MAX sElls 1 hoME EvERy 42 sEconds!

Mountain Realty Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

www.taosmls.com remax@newmex.com 575-758-5400

Linda Valaika, Associate Broker

COMPARISON OF 2014 - 2015 REAL ESTATE ACTIVITY January 1, 2015 - June 30, 2015 2015 2014 % of change 89 258,400 22,998,700

78 262,481 20,474,000

14% -2% 12%

Land Sold Properties Average Sold Price Volume Sold

19 134,000 2,546,000

25 73,000 1,800,000

-24% 84% 41%

Multi-Family Sold Properties Average Sold Price Volume Sold

4 359,000 1,435,000

0 0 0

Commercial Sold Properties Average Sold Price Volume Sold

5 297,000 1,484,000

1 700,000 700,000

Residential Sold Properties Average Sold Price Volume Sold

-58% 1.12%

CURRENT REAL ESTATE ACTIVITY Current Residential Properties Average Listed Price Volume Current Land Listings Average Listed Price Volume

245 $463,000 $113,489,000 339 $158,000 $53,483,000

Current Multi-Family Listing Average Listed Price Volume

7 $515,000 $3,600,000

Current Commercial Listings Average Listed Price Volume

56 $669,000 $37,474,000

RATES ARE GOING UP. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE RATES WHILE YOU STILL CAN Fixed Interest Rates Loan Amount Monthly Payment* $200,000 $984.00 30 year Fixed Rate 4.25% $200,000 $1,418.00 15 year Fixed Rate 3.375% 5 year Adj. Rate

3.25%

$200,000

$1018.00

*Rates quoted represent average rates without points and vary depending on credit score, loan size, and loan to value on conventional loans.

These statistics were obtained through data available from Taos County Board of Realtors. Rates provided courtesy of Wells Fargo Mortgage.

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real estate finance | Ted Dimond

Clearing up confusion over annual percentage rate

BY TED DIMOND

One of the more confusing terms used in the lending world is APR or annual percentage rate. When a borrower secures a residential mortgage loan there is a note rate and an annual percentage rate that determines the monthly payment for the lifetime of the loan.

The APR factors in the costs of the loan and is generally a higher number than the note rate. The APR is, in general, a better way to compare two different rate offers because it acknowledges that in addition to paying back the loan the consumer has, in most cases, spent money to secure that loan.

These fees can include administrative costs, points (1 point is 1 percent of the loan amount), title fees and other related costs. The APR accounts for these expenses by expressing the costs of securing the loan as a single percentage rate that represents the actual yearly cost of the funds over the term of the loan.

In short, if the APR is much higher than the note rate, then most likely the consumer paid too much in fees to obtain the loan. Conversely if the note rate and APR are close, then the costs of the loan are more likely in line.

When mortgage brokers and banks advertise mortgage rates they are required to also state the APR, which gives the consumer a more comprehensive idea of what the real costs of the loan are over its lifetime and a better way to compare offers rather than rely only on the note rate for shopping and comparing.

Disclosure of the APR in the U.S. is governed by the Truth in Lending Act. It is imperative that the APR is disclosed to the consumer within three days of making an application. Often this info is mailed or emailed to the borrower.

In 2009 as part of the Mortgage Disclosure Improvement Act, an ancillary part of the Dodd/Frank Act, a specific clause was added stating that if the final APR is more than .125 percent higher than what was originally disclosed, then the lender must re-disclose and wait at least three more business days before closing. This is designed to give the consumer reasonable time to consider any changes in terms of their loan.

At the outset of a loan application and again at the loan’s closing, the consumer is presented with a document called a TIL or a Truth in Lending form. This form varies a bit lender to lender but for the most part includes the same information in the same form. One of the issues in understanding the TIL is that lenders also vary a bit with respect to which fees they include in the APR calculation.

I don’t understand why this isn’t more standardized but the calculations lender to lender do remain reasonably close. The TIL has a few parts to it. In the body of the form the proposed (or locked) interest rate is listed as is the corresponding

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monthly payment and an estimate of what taxes and insurance (and mortgage insurance, if applicable) will be. Four boxes are above this information. They are as follows: Total of payments: This number is the actual total of monthly payments over the lifetime of the loan. If the loan term is 30 years, then the monthly principal and interest payment (that is without taxes and insurance) multiplied by 360 gives you this number. If your interest rate is about 4 percent, then your total of payments is going to be about 1.5 times the original principal. If the rate is 6 percent, then the total is more than twice the amount of the original principal.

Amount financed: This number is often confusing for consumers. This number is your loan amount minus the APR costs of the loan, which are the fees used to purchase the loan. This number is always less than the actual loan amount and it is this number that is used to calculate the APR. In effect if the mortgage payment is the same as the note rate but based on the amount financed, rather than the actual loan amount, a new, higher APR is calculated.

Finance Charge: This is the difference between the total of payments and the amount financed — showing how much interest is paid over the lifetime of the loan.

Annual Percentage Rate: This is, as noted, the cost of your credit (i.e. the costs of the loan) expressed as an annual percentage rate.

The intent of this disclosure is to allow consumers to compare different loan offers from banks and brokers. It is a reasonable tool for this purpose, but as noted, lenders vary as do computations in different jurisdictions so it is, at best, an imperfect tool.

Because there hasn’t been a definitive determination of which one-time fees are to be included, lenders have some discretion in this reporting and to that degree that APR is imperfect. One way for consumers to overcome this flaw is to figure out the APR of each offer on their own. There are many APR calculators online that require one to enter rates, terms and costs of a loan. If the consumer is consistent in the use of fees, the calculation their APR will be an accurate comparison of mortgage offers.

Ted Dimond has lived in Taos since 1976. He has been a residential mortgage broker since 1994 and has owned and operated Dimond Mortgage with his wife Vanessa since 2003. Ted can be reached via email Ted@dimondmortgage.com.

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575-758-3275 225 Kit Carson Road

ELEGANT CONDO

CASA ARTESIA ED EDUC R D E PRIC

UCED D E R E PRIC

Off Burch street – 2bed/2 bath adobe condo; Nona Wesley designed with kiva, 2 patios and a deck; concrete floors, Talavera tile, plaster walls; set among soaring willows and a pond. Extensive vacation rental history.

Completely restored 1880s - 4 bed/4 bath adobe, 2 kitchens, 2 laundries; 3 kiva fireplaces, next door to Harwood, xeric landscaping, split into 3 apartments, extensive vacation rental history, now a bargain.

MLS 96787 $358,000 $348,000

MLS 96131 $850,000 $650,000

IN-TOWN ADOBE

MOD CASITA

PIED-Á-TERRE

Cute, cozy, 1/BD/1BA south-facing adobe, hardwood floors, fenced yard, room to garden. Central yet secluded with off-street parking. Easy to rent.

Bright attached garage/studio. Your spot in Taos without condo fees or an HOA.

Modern casita, tile floors, cathedral ceilings, modern appliances & lighting, washer & dryer, hot water baseboard, fenced patio, decks with views, off-street parking, room to garden. Easy to rent. Your piece of Taos without condo fees or an HOA.

MLS 96640 $138,000

MLS 96641 $168,000

DIXON SMALL FARM

Furnished turn-key pied-á-terre, near Plaza/Cids, easy rental with Saltillo tile, berber carpet and tile counters.

With off-street parking and on-site laundry.

Cute corner unit on second floor.

MLS 95766 $74,500

SAN CRISTOBAL LOG HOME

UCED D E R E PRIC

Back to the Land - Rare, rich and remarkable Dixon farm on 1.67 irrigated acres.

Cabin with 2 lofts, straw bale studio/workshop, chicken coop & greenhouse.

Large 3 bed/2 bath, 2393 sq ft log cabin on lush secluded 0.93 ac with seasonal stream, mature trees. Large master suite, greenhouse, office, sheds & fenced yard.

MLS 95971 $233,000 $185,000

MLS 97032 $280,000

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THIS ONE HAS IT ALL! Comfortable and spacious 3BR main home, plus charming 2BR casita guest house or rental. Beautiful 2.99-acre lot bordered by Indian land has truly magnificent views of mountains and sunsets. Classic Taos southwestern style. Open floor plan. Great outdoor living spaces include a beautiful walled courtyard with extensive gardens & trees, hot tub, and a covered patio off the dining-living area.

Huge heated workshop/studio + 2-car garage + 2 carports means plenty of room for toys and storage. Located in a quality neighborhood with privacy and tranquility, easy access to Town and Ski Valley. $595,000 MLS #97147 www.www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3632508

STYLISH & COMFORTABLE! 3BR/3BA with lots of windows, light, great views. Blend of traditional Taos style with contemporary southwestern feel. Top of the line kitchen w/ excellent functionality, Viking appliances, fine cabinetry. Walled courtyard offers a delightful outdoor living space, with beautiful gardens. Master suite separate from other bedrooms, with jetted tub, private access to the courtyard. Just 12 minute from Town center in quality neighborhood with sensible restrictions. $479,000 MLS #97194 www.www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3638295

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ELEGANT ADOBE 3BR/3BA with 2,506 sq.ft. flexible living space + 750 sf attached heated studio. Beautiful mud plaster interior walls, granite, vigas in every room, luxurious master bath. 2 walled courtyards w/ trees, gardens. Wonderful views & privacy on 1.7 acres in excellent neighborhood less than 5 mi from Town. $489,000 MLS #95554 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3383572

RARE 3BR/3BA CONDO walking distance to Plaza, historic district, shops, galleries, restaurants. Real adobe construction, classic Taos style, upscale finishes. Two fireplaces. Attached spacious 1-car garage. Bonus room makes nice office. Superb location on quiet street with tall trees. 3rd bdrm has separate entrance, FP, kitchenette and lock-off. $410,000 MLS #96753 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3589835

CONTEMPORARY SOUTHWEST - Sleek and new 3BR/ 2.5BA new home. Quality construction with spacious 2,716 sq. ft., open floor plan, upscale finishes. Full-length covered porch facing Taos Mtn. Great views in desirable Upper Colonias, with convenient location five minutes from Town, 25 minutes from Ski Valley. Attached large heated garage. $589,000 MLS #96646 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3579355

LUXURIOUS IN-TOWN CONDO Enjoy the finest quality in this 1,600-sq. ft., 2BR/2½ BA unit in Pueblo de Los Suenos, Taos’ best condo development. Next to El Monte Sagrado Resort, just a few blocks from the center of Town. Highend finishes, private walled patio, upstairs deck with hot tub. Fine furnishings included. $399,000 MLS #94654 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3231959

VERSATILE COMPOUND 3BR/2BA main home 1,870 sq, ft. rastra-block construction, in-floor heat, FP, brick floors, 3 covered porches. 1BR/1BA guest house 1,012 sq. ft. pumicecrete construction w/ fireplace, nice kitchen, tile floors, washer/dryer, lots of solar gain and great views. Studio is 580-sq. ft. w/ kitchen, 3/4 bath, closet, W/D hook-ups. 2-car garage. Quality neighborhood. $599,000 MLS #95588 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3388619

CLASSIC TAOS 3BR/2BA main home of 2,071 sq. ft. w/ thick true adobe walls, hardwood floors, coved plaster ceilings, new kitchen. Detached casita makes nice guest quarters or rental property. Located in tranquil Canon area, close to Town. Partially renovated and ready for someone to take it to the next level! $289,000 MLS # 96862 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3601951

FABULOUS VIEWS Beautiful 2,800-sq. ft. 3-BR/3-BA on a ridge overlooking scenic valley. Gorgeous master suite w/ luxurious bath, private deck. Four fireplaces, two patios, hot tub. Excellent vacation rental property. Lock-off bedrooms for flexible rental potential. $499,000 MLS #93550 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3076231

MULTIPLE POSSIBILITIES Right in town 4BR/2BA house on beautiful 1.47 acres. Large workshop. Zoned Res’l 4 units/acre. Subdivide & develop, or rare large home site with easy access to everything. $400,000 MLS #96632 visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3577782

COZY & CUTE! 3BR/2BA home with 1,589 sq. ft. of charm.

Open floor plan. Living Room features kiva fireplace, nice views of Taos Mtn. Master bedroom upstairs with lots of windows and light. Located just 10 minutes south of Town, near shopping, schools, hospital. $215,000 MLS #97224

SPECIAL LAND IN TOWN Beautiful 2 acres in prime residential area only 0.3 mile from Taos Plaza.

Gorgeous valley land with fine views, upscale homes around it. Perfect for larger luxury home sites, or zoning would support 8 homes on smaller lots. Seller financing is possible. $500,000 MLS #95273 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3345910

CASH FLOW! Excellent income from this established self-service storage business. Prime location on Hwy 64 near “Old Blinking Light.” Currently 78 units, with room to expand on the 1.8acre lot. Buildings are in excellent condition, fully enclosed in chain link fence with automatic gate. $745,000 MLS #94847 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3345910

MARIPOSA RANCH Spectacular 11.45-acre home site in one of Taos’ best subdivisions. Magnificent panoramic views of mountains and sunsets. Underground utilities, thoughtful restrictions. Well-share in place. Preferred north side location, near charming Arroyo Seco, just 15 minutes from Town, and 20 minutes from Taos Ski Valley. $175,000 MLS # 88677 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=2182656

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El Mirador

Nestled in the Canon foothills, this distinctive home has the charm of a true “Old-Taos” manor. It’s privacy at the end of a dead end road and hilltop vistas are only enhanced by its proximity to the Taos Plaza. 4100 combined square feet sprawl gracefully on three acres of Landscaped terraces, waterfalls, Koi ponds, a hot tub outdoor covered hammock and lavish gardens. Several outbuildings, including a writer’s retreat, a separate guest casita, a standalone cedar closet, a wine cellar, a cheese making kitchen, an outdoor, covered barbeque grill/ kitchen, greenhouse and woodworking shop, render this estate matchless. In addition to the distinctive main house, with its open Chef’s kitchen and Wolf stove, formal dining room, three bedrooms,two baths, sauna, meditation/yoga room, indoor greenhouse and Koi pond, wrap-around deck, kiva fireplaces and Vigas throughout. This extraordinary estate offers the complete farming opportunity with pasture land, a hay shed, paddocks, barns, hutches and coops for animals of all sizes. Opportunity abounds and the sky is the limit with this exceptional representation of classic Old World charm. MLS #97208 $749,000

Carson Rim Road

Nine Glorious Acres ~ shorten your trip to Ojo Caliente and Santa Fe and indulge in the wide-open, expansive views of the mountain peaks and the Rio Grand gorge. Be spoiled by the entrancing dance of the celestial expanse of the night sky.

MLS# 96502 $63,000

10 Acres in Llano

Yes, you CAN have it all with this rare property: water, views, trees, meadowlands and privacy. This 10.8 acre piece of heaven is traversed by two acequias and borders National Forest land. Idyllic location for your horses or a farm! MLS# 95870 $106,000

4 Acres Hondo Seco Road

This is Northern New Mexico ~ Experience the beauty of nearly 4 acres of Des Montes land on the Hondo-Seco Road which borders expansive Pueblo land and is full of our native Desert Sage, Pinon and Juniper. Easy access to town and to Taos Ski Valley.

Your project is made even easier with utilities on the road. Fantastic views! MLS# 95161 $199,000

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Welcome to the Old World!

This 100+ year old adobe hacienda rests on 3.41 peaceful acres at the end of a private lane on the Rio Pueblo and is bounded on three sides by Taos Pueblo land. Majestic cottonwoods enhance the secluded ambience of the location. The three-foot thick adobe walls of the main house harbor a charming country-style kitchen, a formal dining room, sunroom, master suite, (complete with private bath, dressing area and attached spa with hot tub/exercise area), second bedroom and bath, den (or third bedroom), enclosed patios and office. Hand-carved doors and entryways by a local artisan bring warmth to the interior of the home, while the high ceilings,five kiva fireplaces, an interior courtyard, traditional Southwest style Vigas and an airy portale, lend spaciousness and style to the classic architecture. 3812 square feet total both the main and the guesthouse, which contains an additional two bedrooms, a bath and its own kitchen, living and dining area. No estate would be complete without a garage: Casa Madera is no exception with its nearly 1300 sq. ft. separate garage. With many renovations in progress, Casa Madera is a rare gem. MLS #97055 $850,000

Country Cabin

Town of Taos Townhouse

Downtown Condo

Sweet starter home for you and your horses. Located just off the Hondo Seco Road, this great location offers a one-bedroom cabin and a barn on 1.32 acres of lush, irrigated valley land. Well, septic and natural gas.

Call me to see this one! MLS# 96136 Reduced to 159,000

Keep it simple with easy in-town living and no HOA fees. This comfortable, two bedroom, one bath town home has an uncomplicated, open floor plan with a kiva fireplace. Glass garden doors open to a private, walled-in patio. A huge laundry room and a garage provide even more space. Conveniently located and priced to sell! MLS# 96798 $189,000

Contemporary 3BD/3BA condo features “green building” with crisp lines, fireplaces, skylights & upscale lighting fixtures and tiles, an alarm system, and a private hot tub. Walk to the Taos Plaza, the farmers market, museums, galleries, restaurants and parks.

MLS# 95152 $375,000

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On land and ranches

BY HARVEY BLAUSTEIN

Historically, Taos was a place where land was cheap and plentiful. (We still are priced well below other Southwestern ski towns but I digress.)

Sheep ranching was the way many folks made their living although we don’t see much of that anymore around here.

growing, may go away because of how much water it takes. So much of our food comes from that one state. We need to hope for a Texas-type of turnaround — from too little water to too much, but that seems like a dream about now.

If you do want a peek into what life was like back then, get the book, or watch the movie, “And Now Miguel.” It is the story of Miguel Chavez, who honors me by calling me primo, and who grew up in a sheepherding family in the ’40s and ’50s. The original story won a children’s book award and is worth going out of your way for. As is Miguel, who is a warm and friendly guy and became a great furniture maker — although he prefers being known for his fishing.

I have been in the real estate business for 14 years. As I recall I have had two inquiries for ranches in my time. And frankly Taos wasn’t the place for either person. They ended up elsewhere but that’s fine, as we don’t want anyone unhappy here. Not if we can help it. I so find folks looking for a few acres, with some water on them. And they aren’t all the hippie types that used to come this way.

Ranching was not nearly as important on this side of the Sangre de Cristo mountains as on the eastern side. In the Moreno Valley many more large parcels are still actively farmed or ranched. But we had some and still do. The names McCarthy Ranch, now or recently known as Blackstone Ranch, and Top of the World Ranch, north of here near El Rito/Latir come to mind, as does the Double D on the other side of the Gorge Bridge.

For the most part, we don’t have many active ranches, but we still see some farming in Taos County. Most of that is of the mom-andpop variety that frequently relies on surface water or acequias to be productive. We have no industrial farms that I know of and folks here wouldn’t look kindly on that. Come out to the Taos Farmers Market on any summer Saturday and one can see how many dedicated folks there are growing our food. No one goes into farming here in Northern New Mexico to make their fortunes. (Heck, no one comes to Northern NM to make their fortunes. Period. But once again, I digress.)

Ranching and farming isn’t an easy life. So much depends on Mother Nature who may be overridden by us human kinds and our part in the trashing of Earth. Weather, and the water it can bring, really can’t be controlled and is so vital to the outcome regardless of the human element. Just look to California where a whole industry, almond

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For many years, land was a hot commodity here. Not so much in the last six or seven years. Baby boomers wore a path from surrounding states to our cool town buying up lots where they planned on building when they were ready for a life change.

Actually, one of the quirks to me of Taos is how many folks buy home sites but then do nothing with them. Except for large, older subdivisions like Las Haciendas, Vista Linda or the Weimer area, one sees many that are barren or close to that. Some are 15 to 20 percent built out. Others even less.

Some of that in the last few years can be ascribed to the high costs of construction, driving folks to buy existing homes rather then build.

That seems to be changing some as we head into what appears to be a better season but that doesn’t explain it all. I think folks come here and fall in love, maybe with a life style they wish they had, or wish they could adopt. But this paradise isn’t for everyone and some shy away as they get under the covers.

We Taoseños do make some sacrifices to live here but to those of us who choose Taos they just don’t matter. Even paradise isn’t perfect.

Harvey Blaustein lives in Taos, is a real estate broker and used to be a practicing attorney.

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ROSEWATER RANCH

Awesome 1792 acre ranch, water rights, irrigated pasture, 6 trout ponds, 25 Elk Permits, 2375 SF ranch home. MLS# 95652 $14,000,000

A private retreat 401 acres of lush meadows, stunning views, abundant wildlife, stands of Bristlecone Pine, 4 Elk Permits. $2,400,000 MLS#92300

Soaring views from 660± acres. Natural spring fed lake and ponds with 2 Elk Permits.

$5,328,000

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Starting at $85,000 Pictured above left to right: Teri Koss, Ellen Lerner, Katheryn Pate, Kelly Haukebo center: Paula Madappa, Qualifying Broker.

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