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

WELCOME FROM THE TAOS COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

¡BIENVENIDOS! With the new year come plans for renewal of our homes and offices.

Explore renovation ideas in this magazine as you get started, and plan to contact your Taos County Chamber of Commerce members at www.taoschamber.com, to work with businesses who are invested in our community. Projects large and small can be designed and outfitted for you by members of the Taos County Chamber of Commerce.

The Taos County Chamber of Commerce invites you to explore the Enchanted Circle through the pages of this issue of Enchanted Homes magazine and around the 87-mile loop that encompasses our communities of Questa, Red River, Eagle Nest, Angel Fire, Taos, Taos Pueblo and the Taos Ski Valley to see beautiful views of sparkling valleys, iceencrusted rivers and trees rimmed with snow during the winter months.

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 – all working together to “Keep Taos Local.” The Chamber supports these efforts with our “Keep Taos Local, put your money where your heart is!” campaign that encompasses and expands on the national efforts to be mindful of your small, independent businesses. Please visit our stores, galleries, restaurants, museums to ensure this unique community is here for generations to come!

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, as well as lifelong Taoseños. Our slogan of “Taos County Chamber of Commerce MEMBERS Make Business Better” is guiding our efforts to include all businesses and individuals 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!

Executive Director Taos County Chamber of Commerce

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Taos Ski Valley Realty is now

Keith Dowell Qualifying Broker

Private Listing 410 Cordoba Lane $1,400,000

Old Town Historic Charm! Situated on 2.05 secluded acres on a quiet street in walking distance to Taos Plaza this walled compound will take you back to Taos as it was 100 years ago. This old adobe home enjoys a distinctively park-like yard peppered with mature trees and with grassy areas around the total periphery – a stunning setting with lovely views of the mountains. Comprising three structures totaling 2,650 sq. ft. you will find 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, two garages, two carports, and a Bodega. This property makes for a unique and wonderful intown getaway for you and your guests!

BEAUTIFUL NEW SUBDIVISION near the TAOS COUNTRY CLUB! TAOS MOUNTAIN VISTAS 24 Beautiful 2 acre lots with fantastic 360 degree views.

Affordable Lots 5 minutes from the Golf Course. Flat land perfect for building; very serene and peaceful. Intelligent CC&Rs that will protect property values. All utilities to the lot.

Shared wells are already in place. Buy the entire subdivision for $1.4 Million!

MLS # 100634 ......... Lot 4.......................... $74,500 MLS # 100636 ......... Lot 9......................... $82,500 MLS # 100640 ......... Lot 14........................ $82,500 MLS # 100641 ......... Lot 20........................ $79,500 MLS # 100479 ........................................ $1,400,000

100799 - 30 Eototo Road $497,000

The House That Looks Like a Painting on Blueberry Hill! This private and secluded 2,569 sq. ft. home situated on 1.24 acres offers a detached casita with a total of 4 bedrooms/ 3 bathrooms, spacious yard, and lovely views to the mountains. Conveniently located close to the Millicent Rogers Museum, enjoy easy access to Taos town or out to the Ski Valley Road. With vintage doors, brick floors, adobe walls and bancos, hand-hammered tin sconces, an elevated horno fireplace and multiple skylights, enjoy some old world Spanish warmth. This home is perfect for all seasons – make it yours!

Engel & Völkers Taos Real Estate 105 Paseo del Pueblo Norte · Taos· NM 87571 · USA· Phone +1-575-776-0600 • Text TAOS to 21000 www.taos.evusa.com © 2017 Engel & Völkers. All rights reserved. Engel & Völkers and its independent franchisees are Equal Opportunity Employers and fully support the principles of the Fair Housing Act. Each property shop is independently owned and operated. All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. If your property is currently represented by a real estate broker, this is not an attempt to solicit your listing.

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Taos Ski Valley Realty is now

Keith Dowell Qualifying Broker

LUXURIOUS CONDO’s at the ST. MORITZ!

SNAKEDANCE CONDOMINIUMS

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, Patios & Balconies, & Gas Fireplaces. Take advantage of locker room on ground floor and your own ski closet! These condo’s are the best value in Taos Ski Valley!

MLS# 99428 .......Unit 101 ...........$384,000 ..................1BR MLS# 99430 .......Unit 102 ...........$384,000...................1BR MLS# 99431 .......Unit 302 ...........$482,000 ..................2BR MLS# 99429 .......Unit 402 ...........$438,900...................1BR MLS# 99714 .......Unit 202 ...........$530,000 ..................2BR

LOTS IN TAOS SKI VALLEY

MLS # 95878..................SOLD........................90 acres SOLD MLS # 95643..................$279,000.............. 1.14 acres MLS # 92140..................$139,000................ 1.8 acres MLS # 99557..................$259,000................ 0.46 acre

Elegant ski-in/ski-out condominiums, steps from the slopes.

Granite countertops, stone tile floors, travertine tiles in bath, gas log fireplaces. First class amenities include ski-valet, hot tub/ sauna, locker/exercise and massage room, restaurant, bar and package/convenience/deli store. On site management company with a proven record and aggressive promotion make these condos convenient and a great investment.

MLS# 99472...Unit 305....$359,000....2BR/2BA MLS# 99471...Unit 406....$499,000....3BR/3BA MLS# 89854...Unit 402....$525,000....3BR/3BA MLS# 99481...Unit 305....$299,000....1BR/1BA

SKI IN, SKI OUT CONDOMINIUM

Excellent ski in, ski out condominium in the heart of Taos Ski Valley, priced to sell. Top floor unit with no one above! Conveniently located unit; close to the Hot Tub, Laundry & Office, but not too close. Top floor has vaulted ceilings with attractive wood beams. Warm living room with fireplace makes for a great place to relax after a day on the slopes. User friendly kitchen with bar. Easy access to all TSV amenities and children’s school. Outstanding views, reasonable HOA dues, and good rental history. On-site management of nightly/ weekly/monthly rentals. Unit comes almost completely furnished!!

MLS # 99357.......Unit 7.........$269,000.........2BR/2BA

SNOW BEAR CONDOMINIUMS Upscale SKI IN - SKI OUT Condominium in TAOS SKI VALLEY. Featuring a Modern but Rustic Decor stimulated with OUTSTANDING VIEWS. This unit features a living/bedroom combination and an additional separate bedroom. LOW HOA DUES that includes a hot tub, parking and shuttle. Established Rental Program already in place. Check out prices of other ski in-ski out condo’s and see our VALUE!

MLS # 99495.......Unit C3.......$169,000.........2BR/2BA

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L SO EDELWEISS LODGE AND SPA TAOS SKI VALLEY’S PREMIER SKI-IN/SKI-OUT CONDOMINIUMS Only one luxurious 2BR Unit is available. Turnkey with great rental history and on-site management. Property amenities: spa, exercise room, hot tub, dry sauna, boot lockers with dryers, owner storage, underground parking, game room, and café, bar, and restaurant. Solid HOA with healthy capital reserve.

MLS# 97756...Unit 409.......$595,000.........2BR/2BA MLS# 98955...Unit 402... $1,050,000.........3BR/3BA MLS# 99285...Unit 214.......$420,000...........1BR/1B MLS# 100491.Unit 203.......$650,000.................2BR

LAKE FORK CONDOMINIUMS

On the River in the Rockies, Luxurious SKI IN SKI OUT Condominiums! The Sound of the River is Magical! Great Floor Plans, Affordable Dues, Brand NEW Roof, Jacuzzi Bath Tubs, Steam Showers, and Covered Parking. Great location tucked away from the hustle & bustle, but CLOSE to everything!

MLS # 99427 ....... Unit 5....... $499,000......... 2BR & 2BA MLS # 100697 ..... Unit 6....... $589,000......... 2BR & 2BA

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Outstanding condo at the Inn at Taos Valley. Beautiful Decor, New Wood Look Tiles, A Ton of Sunlight, & much more make this condo Spectacular. Modern and well appointed, this unit is Turn Key, and comes furnished and ready to go! Take advantage of the Balcony, located steps from Gavilan Creek, with that Therapeutic, relaxing sound! This unit also features a COVERED, INDOOR PARKING SPACE, perfect for those snowy days!

MLS # MLS 100700 ...................................... $299,000

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Paint Your Own Palette

Taos, New Mexico, is unique, with a many-faceted environment. This high-desert mountain town, with its deep cultural and agricultural roots, has truly remarkable across-the-board appeal, attracting outdoor enthusiasts, history buffs, and artists of every stripe.

The same versatile qualities that make Taos so appealing to so many can be found at Lumina Gardens, an exquisite compound unique in its offerings yet as multifaceted as the countless guests who have visited the property over the decades. This stunning property is offered for sale

by Page Sullivan at Coldwell Banker Lota Realty in Taos.

Located between Taos and the village of Arroyo Seco on the road to Taos Ski Valley, this 2.34-acre property is a lush oasis, with fruit trees, cottonwoods, and fifty-yearold lilac bushes. Water is abundant, with a stream running through the middle of the property, an artesian spring, a pond, and a waterfall.

This rare combination of land, water, and luxuriant landscaping has resulted in the property’s registration with the Nature Conservancy.

The 3037sf main residence has three bedrooms and three baths, a library, radiant heat, a steam room, and an upscale

...versatile qualities make Taos appealing...

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For more information about this extraordinary property, contact listing agent Page Sullivan of Coldwell Banker Lota Realty at 575-758-7890 or Page@TaosRealEstate.com or visit TaosRealEstate.com.

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kitchen. With four casitas and a studio apartment above the garage, the property can easily sleep up to 25 people, creating a number of ways you can configure it to paint your own palette.

Imagine using it as a healing retreat, a haven for writers or artists, or as a conference center for corporate entities. Perhaps you’ve always been interested in owning a boutique hotel or a B&B. What about a gallery or an investment property? Or maybe you’re looking for a residence with Airbnb or other short-term (or long-term) rental possibilities.

Each building is of traditional adobe construction except for the garage and the tea house. Ceilings are beautifully designed, with beams or vigas in each

structure. The dwellings are detailed with gorgeous hand-carved doors and kiva fireplaces by the famed Carmen Velarde, whose work is in the permanent collection of the Smithsonian. Finishes include beautiful, thick hard-trowel plaster walls infused with straw.

Views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains complete the picture.

For more information about Lumina Gardens, contact Page Sullivan at 575-758-7890 or visit www.TaosRealEstate.com.

PAGE SULLIVAN GROUP 575.758.7890 TaosRealEstate.com page@TaosRealEstate.com

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JUDY BUCK 575-758-8673 judy@cblotataos.com GRACIOUS LIVING ON UPPER RANCHITOS ROAD

Lovely old adobe surrounded by big cottonwoods, fruit trees and lawn with mature gardens plus frontage on the Rio Pueblo across the road from the main house. The house features a perfect office or extra bedroom, guest bedroom and master suite with remodeled bath en suite. The guest house is a studio with kitchen and bath and a bonus as a rental or for all your friends and family to visit. Located close to the center of Taos and very convenient to shopping or zipping north to Taos Ski Valley.

MLS #100630 $659,000 CALL JUDY BUCK

WALK TO THE PLAZA

The perfect seclusion in your upscale condo currently divided into two units with connecting door. This successful vacation rental is great as an income property or an owner residence. All three bedrooms are nicely separated with 2 masters and some excellent views from the upstairs bedroom. The patio has a wonderful relaxing hot tub and a private setting giving the owner or renter a lovely outdoor space to relax.

All new kitchen appliances and 3 upscale bathrooms. Furnishings negotiable.

Within easy walking distance of the Plaza and close to restaurants and shops--outstanding in-town living! MLS #100423 $349,900 CALL JUDY BUCK View All Taos MLS Listings at www.cblotataos.com

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JAN RADER, CRS, GRI 575-770-2012 jan@janrader.com

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JanRader.com TRES RITOS/SIPAPU

FAMILY GETAWAY! Spacious 2 BR/2 BATH cabin near Sipapu Ski Area. Offered fully furnished and equipped (includes snowmobiles); enjoy peace, privacy, hiking, fishing, skiing, snowmobiling. Wonderful gathering place for the extended family. MLS 99412 $289,000 CALL JAN!

BRING THE FAMILY! Bright, spacious home in desirable Tres Ritos, near Sipapu Ski Area. 3 BR/2 BA, open floorplan, cook’s kitchen, only steps from fishing, hiking, skiing, sledding. Ideal for entertaining, good year round access. Many special features.

MLS 100325 $274,000 CALL JAN!

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EL RITO/LATIR DING PEN

LIVE TINY, DREAM BIG! Three wooded acres near Carson National LIVE THE DREAM! Stunning solar oriented home on 10+ acres of Forest with amazing views. Trailer onsite with power, cistern, solar privacy. Two master suites, open floor plan, chef’s kitchen, panoramic pump, septic system. Live here while you make plans for the adjacent views, beautiful finishes throughout. This is a must-see! building pad.

MLS 100419 $375,00 CALL JAN! MLS 100557 $80,000 CALL JAN!

EXCEPTIONAL BUILDING SITES TAOS COUNTRY CLUB Beautiful gated community, panoramic views, underground utilities. Three 3-acre lots available

DES MONTES Fabulous 14+ acre view lot in desirable Mariposa Ranch, all utilities in place, intelligent covenants.

VISTA LINDA Two lovely lots with golf course & mountain views, great locations, underground utilities.

HONDO MESA Five acre homesite with big views, good access, underground utilities, close to Rio Grande.

MLS 94914, 98928, 98927 $99,500 TO $137,000

MLS 100808, 98105 $60,000 & $65,000

MLS 99367 $229,000

MLS 99810 $80,000

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JADE ANAYA

“I saw how others lived and became much more appreciative of what Taos had to offer for me,” Jade said.

Back to Taos she came, raised two children and then started looking for what she wanted to do with the next phase of her life. She needed a job and took an office assistant’s position with David and Judy Buck at Coldwell Banker Lota Realty. With the Bucks’ encouragement, Jade got her real estate license in 2016.

“Page (Sullivan) wanted me to work with her at Coldwell Banker, so I did,” she said. “I got my first sale in the first week, a house on Mesa Vista Road off Blueberry Hill, and I was ecstatic.”

Right away, Jade got the sense of how excited homebuyers are when they get the house they want: “They were so happy and appreciative of what I had done for them. I was helping them make their dreams come true, and it just made me hungry for more.”

Jade credits her early success to what she learned from Page Sullivan, who has been in Taos real estate for decades. She said she learned that in this business you need discipline, professionalism, regular goalsetting, planning and good ol’ hard work.

And, above all, patience.

COLDWELL BANKER LOTA REALTY, PAGE SULLIVAN REAL ESTATE GROUP

BY ANDY DENNISON

PHOTO BY KATHARINE EGLI While growing up in Taos, Jade Anaya lived in all parts of Taos. Her mother Nona Wesley was a home designer, and young Jade spent lots of time tagging along to different projects.

Put those two experiences together, and it makes sense that Jade eventually gravitated to a career in real estate with Coldwell Banker Lota Realty, Page Sullivan Group in Taos.

REALTOR PROFILE

“I grew up under my mother’s influence,” she said during a recent interview at her office on Paseo del Pueblo Norte where she is an associate broker. “I found a love for architecture and design. I saw how the process worked and I went to a lot of different projects in town.”

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Jade said her mother, who died in 2016, loved to “find a diamond in the rough.” As an example, the family lived in a chicken coop on Camino del Medio while Nona directed a remodel – and then sold the property and moved on.

After graduating from Taos High School in 1997, Jade tried college for a bit and then took a job in Delray Beach, Florida, at the corporate offices of developer Tom Worrell for whom her mother had worked in Taos. From there she got a job with an advertising agency in New York City – an experience she called “overwhelming but very educational.

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“With clients, Page emphasized that you have to spend time listening to them, not telling them what you think,” Jade said. “Get to know them, listen to what they need and want, become an advocate for them. And, figure out not only what might work for them but, equally as important, what won’t work.”

In almost two years as an associate broker, Jade has served all sorts of clients, but she’s found a personal niche among first-time homebuyers.

“Many of my clients are people I grew up with, Taosenos about my age who are ready take the next step, and I love to sit and talk and go over the possibilities for them,” she said, adding that real estate is a “leadgenerating” business.

Jade also enjoys going over the potential hurdles that might have to be cleared during the buying process. As an advocate, she said she can get out in front of many of them, like computing costs of repairs, talking with lenders about first-time buyer programs, and negotiating with home inspectors and seller’s agent.

Though Jade is relatively new to real estate and brings youthful enthusiasm to the job, she’s had enough experience in the world to know that uncertainty is always just around the next corner.

“I am competitive by nature, so I love the friendly competition among realtors in Taos,” she said. “To succeed, I lean on the fundamentals, the ones that Page taught me. I ask advice from everyone. And I keep a positive and confident attitude, every day, and I just know that the money is coming.”

Jade Anaya | Associate Broker Page Sullivan Real Estate Group, Coldwell Banker Lota Realty 204 Paseo del Pueblo Norte (575) 770-1705 jade.taosrealestate@gmail.com

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225 Kit Carson Road

575-758-3275 peter@theloraco.com

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4-BR/4.5-BA NEAR TAOS PLAZA - This beautifully remodeled 2,900-square foot home has 2 wings, each with its own kitchen and ample living space. Large groups or two families can comfortably share the home. It has accommodated up to 12 persons at one time. The home is situated behind a wall on a private 0.4-acre lot in a classic old Taos neighborhood, a short walk to the Historic District, shops, galleries, restaurants, museums, and more. Two separate side yards, gardens, trees, a covered porch, and a deck with hot tub offer nice outdoor living spaces. The home has in-floor radiant heat, two evaporative cooling systems, five fireplaces, and classic southwestern touches. There is a 600-square foot storage space under the second living room. The fine furnishings are available separately. $725,000 MLS #100548 See more photos and a virtual tour at http://view.paradym.com/4069668

3BR/3BA CLOSE TO TOWN – Less than a mile from Taos Plaza, this remodeled 1,967 sq. ft. home features cozy living room with vigas, coved plaster ceiling & fireplace.

Saltillo tile & hardwood floors. Air conditioning. Private back yard w/ deck & hot tub, trees, gardens. Walking distance to historic district, this home offers classic in-town living! $439,000 MLS #100635 http://view.paradym.com/4078434

BEAUTIFUL DES MONTES LAND - 4-acre home site, with quality surroundings, underground utilities, shared well. Fine views of sunsets and mountains. Surface water irrigation rights.

Sensible restrictions. In one of Taos’s most preferred areas, nearing charming Arroyo Seco, just 15 minutes from Town and 25 minutes to Taos Ski Valley. $275,000 MLS # 100317 http:// view.paradym.com/4046416

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INCOME PROPERTY – Excellent 3-unit property about 5 miles south of Taos center. All three units are 1BR/1BA, 640 sq. ft. with washer/dryer, deck with wonderful views.

Well-maintained. Stable occupancy. Attractive return on investment. $250,000 MLS #98471 http://view.paradym.com/3835972

COUNTRY LIVING NEAR TOWN. - Comfortable 3-BR/3BA home on 2.00 beautiful acres bordered by Seco Stream. Quiet end-of-the-road horse property w/barn, tack building, corral, greenhouse, chicken coop, dog kennel/fenced run. Nice yard with trees and outdoor living spaces. Attached heated 1-car garage. In a neighborhood of nice homes, only 4 miles from Town. $397,000 MLS #100841 http://view.paradym.com/showvt.asp?t=4107097

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JIM POLLARD:

9 QUESTIONS

BY CINDY BROWN

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What kind of projects have you worked on in Taos?

I am a design engineer by background. When I first came to Taos I worked in real estate and started Taos Properties. I wanted to be a builder and did a remodel of an old house on Placitas. I made a specialty out of remodeling older adobes. I broadened my work to include high-end residential homes and continued to do major remodels, including those in the historic district. Altogether, I’ve done about 18 new homes or remodel projects. By 2011 when the recession hit, our backlog of high-end homes dried up and I took a job with the University of New Mexico-Taos.

Tell us about your work at UNM–Taos. worked for UNM for five years as a senior construction manager. I oversaw the construction of the student success center (Center for Academic Success and Achievement) at the Klauer campus, along with the portable buildings and the extensive landscaping done there.

The remodel of the Rio Grande Hall downtown for the health science and integrative health programs was another major project. It was a total remodel on the inside and outside. We needed to pay respect to the historic district while doing the renovations and work with buildings from the 1930s. We removed everything on the inside down to the bare walls. Then we installed the tile floor and the ceiling grid.

Everything else inside was done through modular construction, with the walls containing the power and the data already wired. A company called Dirtt Environmental Solutions delivered the panels and had every wired in just over two days. The whole construction process took about seven months.

I retired in 2016.

You have also taught at UNM. I’ve been an adjunct professor at UNM for business management and marketing classes. My students have taught me a lot. I think I get more from them than they have from me. I’ve learned about cultural diversity and realized that as an older Anglo man, although I worked hard, I started out at third base and only had to make it to home base.

Although you retired two years ago, you are currently working on the new IHOP on Paseo del Pueblo Sur, where Applebee’s used to be. How did you get involved?

As a sideline, I’ve always acted as an owner’s representative for various people. An owner’s representative acts as a third party on the job site to oversee the interests of the owner. In this case, I represented two gentlemen from Alamosa who were interested in purchasing and renovating the building. It had stood vacant for five years, so we weren’t sure of what kind of conditions that we would find; if there would be graffiti etc.

I inspected the building for structural soundness and looked at all the major systems like heating to see if they were functional. During that process, I formed a relationship and they asked me to oversee the renovations as the project manager.

How did you come to Taos?

Thirty years ago, I was living in Connecticut outside Hartford with my wife. We got a call from our youngest child who was at Purdue to say he had all his funding lined up for a master’s degree program and that he wouldn’t need our financial support any more.

At first, we were in shock and then we decided to think about places we might like to live. We had been visiting Taos for 20 years as a place to relax. So we came here, thinking we would use it as a place to consider where we might move next. Then we realized that we had already started to meet people, go to the movies, and become involved with the community. We decided that we had found our home.

What do you like best about it?

Two things: This is the strongest community of women that I have ever experienced. I had never felt the power of women before, that feeling of equality. Women are the strongest people in Taos. It was very different and really liberating for me.

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The second thing is that in Taos we all seem to have a license to be whoever we really are. We can dress however we want and eat whatever we want. What seemed like flaws everywhere else, were OK here. I realized - this is just me. You can think of an idea, look into it and make it work.

Tell us about the challenging issues you have seen as a member of the Town of Taos Planning and Zoning Commission?

When looking at an investment timeline, investors often consider a twenty year time horizon. They will expect to build and operate the building and get a good return on their investment within 20 years. In Taos, there are a number of buildings such as the hotels that were built forty years ago. Given State building regulations, you can’t just do a minor patch up, you need to do a major renovation to meet new standards. This process can be more expensive than building a new hotel. There is not too much motivation after the useful life is over to keep the hotels wellmaintained and up-to-date.

This is my second turn as chair of the Planning and Zoning Commission.

I’ve been on and off the Planning and Zoning Commission for twenty years. I love the work, but this will be my last service on the Commission.

It’s time for new people to step up and bring their ideas.

How did you get involved in Strong at Heart – the planning effort that has been going on for the last few months?

My work as a design engineer fits with the kind of planning work being done by the Strong at Heart effort. On the Planning and Zoning Commission, I saw that the process to review the new hotel was difficult and saw we needed a way to talk to each other rather than talking past each other.

We will see change whether we want it or not, if we don’t add our voice, we won’t get what we want. The whole puzzle of planning for the future is like a Rubik’s Cube. We can stand in the middle and twist it different ways to see what the outcomes look like.

We are moving into the third phase of the Strong at Heart project in the coming months, summarizing what we heard that people love and dislike about Taos. With the process, we got to ask what people mean when they say they don’t want Taos to change.

It is time to look ahead for the next 20 to 50 years in the life of Taos and we need to develop a guide to help us do that. It is time for the people that will be impacted by the future to be involved. That’s why I was glad to see the millennial group meeting at Kit Carson. That is an interest group that we believe needs to be involved in the discussion. Their concerns are very different from those of their parents.

What changes do you see coming for Taos in the New Year?

Change is really all we have and I see positive changes coming for Taos.

I live in town and like to go out at night with my wife for a drink during happy hour at the Alley Cantina. As we leave, there are more people coming and then more after that for the late shift. I think a lot of people don’t realize how active the downtown is at night. We need to enhance our urban environment and create more walkable paths in our core area to increase that vibrance. If you can walk to a grocery store and live between Cid’s and Super Save, you live in the downtown. We need to reduce cars in this area and make it more walkable.

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reserve trees when they are still dormant and we will make sure that they leaf out before you pick them up to plant when the ground is warmer.” Petree crews can also deliver and plant trees for you.

addition they offer the Petree Green Card, which provides a 10 percent discount on purchases or allows that savings to be split among a group of five nonprofits. “We are thrilled about what our customers are returning to the community,” says Petree.

Ben Shriver is the greenhouse manager and Laurie Priest, a prolific local gardener, has joined the staff. Petree says that they have a full staff of knowledgeable people who have been with Petree for years. The staff assists in selecting plants for the 10 greenhouses at Petree Nursery. “We have to account for weather and what gardeners might want for the upcoming season, plus we are dealing with a live product. It can be crazy-making, but it all works out,” says Petree. “It is going to be a great year. We have a lot of fun growing and supplying plants and educating the public.”

Getting your hands in the dirt

While some plants are popular every year, the staff is always paying attention to what is new for coming year. They study catalogs from suppliers with new perennials that have intense colors, and exotic varieties.

Petree Nursery can help with planning for raised beds and greenhouses. They have a special mix for raised beds that has the right PH and the right amount of salt. They can advise you on how to add some peat that helps new seedling grow. There are special tricks for greenhouses, too. “They need heating in winter and a way to keep air circulating during summer. It is all about light and heat,” says Petree.

“In our years in Taos, we have planted many trees. We help homeowners do their part to green up the community. It is a tremendous amount of work and life hours to build a business that provides plants to the community at affordable prices. We do that by growing large quantities of plants,” says Petree.

Petree Nursey contributes to the community in other ways, too. They have made donations to parks and other projects. In

If you are eager to get an early start on your garden this year, you can stop by Petree to get some advice and supplies. “The challenge is the low night time temperatures we experience in the spring. When it is 50 degrees during the day, the temperature can drop more than 20 degrees overnight. The last frost date is June 1, but we can help people get a head start with row cover and other means of extending our short growing season, so that people can get their hands in the soil a little earlier.”

For more information, contact Petree Nursery at (575) 758-3021, visit www.petreenursery.com or stop by at 25 Petree Lane, just off Blueberry Hill Road.

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A STORY: Yvonne Pesquera PHOTOS: Katharine Egli A beautiful, welcoming home brings out the best in people. One such home is available in the Weimer area of Taos. This singlefamily residence at 795 Espinoza Road is a comfortable environment for day-to-day living and entertaining large groups.

garage is 800 square feet, with an attached workshop at 400-plus square feet.

The four-bedroom home has three-and-a-half baths. Built in 1992, the house resides on 5.49 acres of land covered in piñon, juniper, The square footage of the house is 3,035; the and sagebrush. It is listed for $885,000 (MLS four-bay heated garage is 1,150 square feet; 98720). The representing agent is Robert Jacobs of Dreamcatcher Real Estate. and the two-bay recreational vehicle (RV) 30

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“What really drew us was the views,” says owner Valerie Wells. “The views are stupendous from room to room.”

Indeed, Valerie and her husband Peter did extensive remodeling of the home over the past ten years, capitalizing on the aweinspiring views that the home encompasses.

“We worked with Tommy Tafoya. We added on a living room and upstairs master

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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 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

BLUEBERRY HILL An area of sagebrush mesas, which is 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 year-round 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

TAOS COUNTRY CLUB, STAKEOUT AREA 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 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

VALLE ESCONDIDO Nestled in the mountains only 20 minutes east of Taos, Valle Escondido offers spectacular views, USGA golf, stocked fishing lakes, swimming pool and playground and community social life at the historic log clubhouse, all enjoyed by full-and part-time homeowners, with community water and household trash removal included. Valle Escondido is surrounded by the Carson National Forest, offering year-round recreation: hiking, hunting, camping, mountain biking, ATV trails and winter sports.

A wide variety of homes can be found in Valle Escondido with an approximate starting price of $200,000.

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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Keith Dowell Qualifying Broker

Your Taos Ski Valley Specialist!

ST. MORITZ CONDOMINIUMS LUXURIOUS NEW CONDOS IN TAOS SKI VALLEY!

Beautiful architecture featuring scenic balconies with OUTSTANDING VIEWS. GREAT LOCATION! Only two minutes from the slopes, shops, restaurants, and other establishments while at the same time TUCKED AWAY from the hustle and bustle. Quality construction with granite counter tops, beautiful stone-work, custom cabinets, and gas fireplaces.

Low HOA dues make this new project very attractive.

MLS# 99428 .......Unit 101 .........$384,000 ............1Br MLS# 99430 .......Unit 102 .........$384,000 ...........*1Br MLS# 91266 .......Unit 201 .........$529,000 ...........*2Br !

LD.........$499,000 MLS# 91267........Unit ............2Br SO202 !

D L MLS# 99431 .......Unit SO302 .........$482,000 ............2Br MLS# 99429 .......Unit 402 .........$438,900 ............1Br

Engel & Völkers Taos Real Estate 105 Paseowww.tsvrealty.com del Pueblo Norte · Taos, NM 87571 · USA Phone +1-575-776-0600 · Text TAOS to 21000 Keith Dowell, Qualifying Broker www.taos.evusa.com

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                             

                     

                               

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                                   

                      

                      

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                       

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                               

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                          

COMMERCIAL/MIXED USE 4.632± acres with great location.

Village water and sewer, close to new Angel Fire Resort R.V. Park and airport. Views of Angel Fire Ski Area and surrounding mountains. $92,000

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                                                     

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Things have changed, even here in Taos. With prosperity came bigger homes.

Those that choose to build here still tend to use what Mother Nature provides.

Adobe remains a preferred building material for those that appreciate its benefits and can afford the cost. But larger homes do require some thought and planning, and the choices that abound allow one to be as creative or as boring as one wishes.

Basic threshold decisions have to be made. For example, those that choose to build a home uniquely tailored to them may have trouble when it comes time to sell. And there always comes a time to sell, even if one ignores that fact.

Yet many still only think about their preferences either because that is their priority, or maybe because they have the economic freedom to not worry about the exit strategy.

I know of three cases of properties that are on the market that are difficult to sell because of their uniqueness. One home is in the foothills, and quite lovely, but it was built as a one-bedroom home with two offices, one for each of the owners. And while attempts have been made to stage it otherwise, it is what it is. And there are price limits on a one- or two-bedroom homes that don’t apply to a 3-bedroom - or more. And that very lovely property languishes on the market as the seller and the market view it differently.

Another example is a property that consists of two domes. Set on a lovely river frontage parcel, it is truly a unique property. While they will find their buyer, the broader the appeal the easier the sale. So a 3 -bedroom, 2-bath, 2000 square foot home, in Vista Linda, will likely go quicker than this property. In the case of the example I offer, the asking price started well over $1million and now it is well below. It will sell but it hasn’t yet.

The last example is really sad to me. We had a well-known photographer who created a structure more art gallery than home. It cost him quite a bit of money to build, and understandably he wanted to get his money out when it was time to sell. His asking price made sense to him, but he died before it

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made sense to anyone else. According to what I read in The Taos News, this once special place is now occupied by squatters, and they ain’t paying rent!

I also see folks who over improve their properties. They create the spaces and structures that enhance their lives. Those same additions may cause the seller to price their homes far above the value of the land and home.

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In today’s world, some folks still choose to do things themselves. But with

It wasn’t that many years ago that folks here didn’t give a thought to home planning. Go back 100 years and the people who lived here were smart enough to look around at what the land provided and what they could take from it. Life was simpler then although not easier.

architects and contractors, all of whom can guide the process. Planning today

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codes being what they are, and safety, hopefully, a priority, there are several layers or choices one has for home planning. We have designers and

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To the Native Americans, home planning consisted of building up – or multi storied structures – as can be seen at the Taos Pueblo, where ladders were the key to their approach to planning. The enemy can’t get you if they can’t get to you. Makes sense to me.

Hispanic builders mimicked the Pueblo and used the mud and straw the land provides in great abundance, at little or no cost, and created what they could for shelter. Often a house might start with one room, which does not require much planning. And another room might be added when the family grew and there was manpower available to do the construction. Folks didn’t worry about great rooms or entertainment spaces. They just added on.

is made easier with software programs that allow one to be inside a virtual home, something that not too long ago with impossible.

It all starts with what your goals are. How much uniqueness are you willing to allow after considering the impact on your sale later? How much economic freedom do you have in planning your exit strategy? But some never go through this process. They create what they want, live their lives and what happens later, happens, Heck, this is Taos, so there is a lot of living in the moment—and that is somewhat inconsistent with planning. At least to me.

Planning a home, or building a nest, has always been fun and exciting for my wife and me. We’ve created a few already and hope to plan one more. We will try and keep in mind what our buyer might want, but it won’t rule the day. After all, it has to please us first and foremost..

Harvey Blaustein is a retired attorney and local real estate broker.

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603 Camino da la Placita Taos, NM 87571 575-737-5678 hblau4@gmail.com www.taospremierproperties.com

PRIME COMMERCIAL LAND WITH HIGHWAY FRONTAGE… We proudly offer 11.28 acres of C-2 land along the

highway that leads into Taos. Surrounding the Visitor’s Center, the traffic count at this location is high, the visibility great, and there is frontage on both State Highway 68 and Gusdorf Rd. $2,450,000 MLS# 99743

AN IMPORTANT COMMERCIAL CORNER…

If you do business with locals and are looking for the perfect location, we proudly offer the very prominent corner of Salazar and Ranchitos Roads. This is one of the most desirable commercial locations in town, which most residents drive by daily. It consists of .64 acres and is zoned CBD with more land possible. Owner/Broker $329,000 MLS #99026

PREMIUM R-4 SITE NEAR THE PLAZA… The most

important phrase in our residential real estate market is “in walking distance to the plaza” because that is what most folks want when they look for a home here. For those that want to meet this need, we proudly offer a 4.25 acre site, the largest undeveloped R-4 location close to the plaza in town, between Salazar and Santistevan Roads, with frontage on Ranchitos, and access off Santistevan. Owner/broker $399,000 MLS #99029

THERE IS AN INTIMACY WITH THE MOUNTAINS... from the prestigious Mariposa Ranch subdivision that makes it so special, and so desired, and we can help you create your world there.We proudly represent the owners of lot 7, with its 360 degree views, where the parcels are large, the homes are grand, and the restrictions protective. Here is a premier location between the town of Taos and the Taos Ski Valley with easy access to the charming village of Arroyo Seco. $184,000 100582

“I AM A STRATEGIC THINKER, PAY ATTENTION TO DETAILS, AND GET THINGS DONE.” HARVEY BLAUSTEIN, QUALIFYING BROKER

IF YOU TREASURE WIDE OPEN SPACES… and love the land-

scape that dominates around here, we have the perfect place to create your own special world.We proudly offer 1 sq mile of land between Taos and Tres Piedras. Run naked, build a commune, create a yoga retreat, or just sit and meditate - but privacy abounds for those that treasure it. And the views just can’t be beat. $480,000 MLS # 97934 ENCHANTEDHOMESELLER.COM

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