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¡BIENVENIDOS! In this issue of Enchanted Homes introduce yourself to the rooms we love in Taos! Get cozy by the kiva fireplace burning piñon pine, watch the scenery change outside from the kitchen window and star gaze from an outdoor room with a hot tub on a cold winter’s night. In Taos, rooms we love don’t necessarily have four walls and a ceiling. They do have a KATHARINE EGLI sense of permanence and belonging. They may be tucked in a local inn, a nook in a restaurant or a friend’s very unique living room. Find the rooms you love while exploring Taos! The winter snows are celebrated throughout Taos County on our slopes and in our shops, restaurants and galleries. The community is invigorated with sound of crunching snow under our boots and crystal clear skies overhead. Enjoy skiing terrain for everyone from beginners to black diamond experts, cross-country skiing, guided snowmobile tours, sleigh rides, tubing and snowshoe tours are also available. Welcome and join us at gathering spots in the rooms we love to enjoy hot cocoa and biscochitos after a thrilling day of winter adventure. The Taos County Chamber of Commerce invites you to explore the Enchanted Circle through the pages of this 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, ice-encrusted rivers and trees trimmed with snow during the winter months. The members of the Taos County Chamber of Commerce include our local shops, banks, service providers, hotels, bed and breakfasts, restaurants, galleries and museums, medical and legal professionals, town and county employees and individuals all work 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! 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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REALTOR PROFILE wanted to live in a particular area,” says Cancro. “When a house came on the market on this street, they were interested in it but couldn’t get here for a few days. I used Facetime (a video-telephone app) to walk the property and show it to the couple. They made an offer on the house that included time for them to come out and take a look at it. They loved the house and three months later they moved here.” One of the new residents works from home and the other opened a shop in town. They are happy to be here and to be able to have successful careers and add their talents to the community. With these new families coming to town, Cancro sees the economy being buoyed by a new wave of enthusiasm and confidence. This couple had been thinking about coming to Taos for a long time, Cancro says and notes that people are doing their homework – spending time on the Taos Properties website and coming with definite ideas of what they want in a house.

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Lisa Cancro of Taos Properties loves Taos. She enjoys sharing that love with people who want to move here. “We were fortunate to come here more than 22 years ago,” she says. “I love the small town feel of our community. People here are friendly and always ready to talk to you and help out.” Cancro and her husband John raised their two children here. Today her daughters live in Seattle and have satisfying careers: the oldest, Alex, as a travel consultant and freelance photographer; and the younger, Olivia, as a graphic designer and illustrator. “I attribute their ability to find amazing careers to growing up in Taos. They were surrounded by art. People were so open to having them in their studios where they could learn about their crafts. They were free to be outside, with skiing, hiking, and rafting at their fingertips,” reflects Cancro.

And although technology offers so many tools for real estate today, Cancro points out that the truly important thing is to bring the human touch to every interaction. “I love connecting one-on-one with my clients. Even though technology is helpful, there are still the skills needed to connect, negotiate and close the purchase.” TRENDS One trend that emerged in the past year was the increasing number of people coming from big metro areas, like Denver, Austin, and cities in California. “Taos exerts a strong pull on people in all different phases of their lives,” says Cancro. “The Taos Ski Valley is a driving factor, attracting people to recreate and work here. This dynamic is trickling down to the real estate market.” She seeks both new families coming here and those who have left and want to come back home. “Taos is such a great place to live, work and be productive,” she says. “The door has opened for more and more people to come and make Taos home.” Another new trend related to the Taos Ski Valley is the introduction of Taos Air with non-stop flights from Dallas and Austin through March. “Now people have easy access to Taos. It is an incredible opportunity for Taos Ski Valley and our town. These people might have gone elsewhere to ski and now they are able to easily visit Taos.” With more direct access to Taos, people spend less time traveling and are able to ski or hike and still have time to look for houses while they are here. Those families who were here during the holiday season may return to town ready to make a home purchase. “When people fall in love with Taos, they often return in the spring when there are more houses on the market. It is a wonderful time to start looking at properties,” says Cancro. KITCHENS TO LOVE

SHARING HER EXPERIENCE Using her experience of relocating to Taos as a resource, Cancro helps newcomers feel welcome. She sees families, couples and individuals of all ages and from all backgrounds coming to Taos. “We came from New York when our girls were young and did not know one person,” she remembers. “There were so many people who were willing to help us by recommending a bank or doctor. They helped us get situated and we met many friends this way.” Now Cancro does the same for her clients. She recognizes that each one has different needs and takes the time to really listen carefully, so that she can help them find what they want in a home and in the community. It can be a major move to come to Taos and she helps them handle all the details. For instance, she may suggest that they consider not brining all their home furnishings, reducing the number of things that need to be moved and creating space for furnishings that might best complement their new homes. TECHNOLOGY AND THE HUMAN TOUCH Although Taos is a small town and retains its Old World feel, it is welcoming more and more people who can use technology to work and connect to the bigger world. Cancro also uses technology in creative ways to help her clients who want to relocate here. “There was a couple from San Francisco who had visited here before. They knew they

When asked about her favorite room in the house, Cancro immediately names the kitchen. “I love to cook and see that people really enjoy their kitchens. It is my favorite room. People may use different spices, but the kitchen is the most important room in the house to many people, no matter what they are cooking. When people fall in love with the kitchen, they fall in love with the house.” For Cancro’s “What’s Cooking” feature on the website, she selects a theme and recipe for a house listing. For example, she recently offered a recipe for Chilled “Blueberry Hill” Soup along with a home description. She says her clients love the recipes. While looking at a home for sale, Cancro notices that as people enter the kitchens, they begin to think of ways to put their own imprint on the room, whether it is a major remodel, a new paint color or just bringing their own pots and pans into the space. After her clients move into their new homes, they often invite Cancro over for dinner. “I love to see the vision of my clients be realized in the changes they make to their homes. It is my greatest joy and accomplishment to help people find the right home. It sometimes brings tears to my eyes,” she says. Next year will be the 20th anniversary for Taos Properties. Cancro says “I feel very fortunate to live in Taos and have a successful business with my husband. I feel so connected with the community and really love to share this joy and appreciation with my clients.”

Find Lisa Cancro at Taos Properties, 205 Ranchitos Road or call the office at (575) 758-9500 or her cell phone at (575) 770-7824. Visit her website at www.taosproperties.com.

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“THE PLUMBERS” formally known as Hawk Mechanical is locally owned and operated by native Taosenos, this is your chance to acquire a highly profitable turn-key business. 8 vehicles, 3 Buildings right on the main street, plus everything you need to grow this business. MLS#102512 $1,365,500

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FOURPLEX Great Location Historic property off Gusdorf Rd. that consists of 4 rental units; Unit A 700sq ft, Unit B 1800 sq ft, Unit C 1300 sq ft and Unit D 800 sq ft. This compound is the original Taos experience that includes all the quintessential architectural aspects of Northern New Mexico Pueblo Style living. Great investment in this very tight residential rental market. MLS#101049 $749,700

ESSENCE OF NORTHERN NEW MEXICO. Only two homes have been hand-built and designed by renowned Taos painters Ann Huston and Ed Sandoval.The buyer of this property will get them both, a 3,000sf main house, plus a 2,000sf guest house, chicken coop, barn, chapel, two-car garage and outdoor entertainment area. Roughly six acres at the base of Taos Mountain, with 360-degree views. MLS #96729 $679,000

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CASA DE JARDIN This stunning Des Montes 2.6 acre property has a surprise waiting for you at every turn. Multiple private gardens,water features, and spaces to relax and enjoy the amazing views both inside and out.This 4 Bed/2 BA 3498 sq ft home, has been smartly remodeled. Surprises Include: Orchard, Casita, (2 Bed/1BA), Garages, Stable, Greenhouse, and oh, those beautiful views! http://taosnewmexico.com/casa-de-jardin MLS#102486 $674,700

QUINTESSENTIAL TAOS! This 2,504 sf 3 bed/2 bath historic home, built in the 1800’s, has been meticulously elevated to a new level of artistry and aesthetics that includes a simply beautiful Santa Fe style professional kitchen, library and wine room. Restored by renowned local chef, the good taste and talents go beyond the walls of the home and extend out to the gardens filled with cozy dining nooks, Koi pond and spectacular landscape. This property is a gem! MLS#100407 $497,000

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INCOME PRODUCING 3 unit rental plus mobile home on .5 acres in the heart of Taos. Two 1 bed/1bath approx 840 sq ft units and one studio approx. 416 sq ft plus a 1 bed/1 bath mobile home all within walking distance to shopping and downtown. This location can’t be beat! MLS #101706 $397,000

EL RITO Nestled among Pinon & Juniper at the base of the Mountains sets this new custom built home on 5 acres with loft, office, solar passive sunroom, large deck, cedar hot tub and stunning views. Pristine mountain living with substantial water rights, ponds, pumps, fencing, ditches and garden beds. Where else can you get modern design mixed with timeless nature? MLS #99405 $299,000 http://taosnewmexico.com/casa-du-coudray/

RIO COSTILLA FRONTAGE Home & 2 studios on 14+ acres w/water rights and approx. ¼ mile of Costilla River frontage, with breathtaking views of the Blanca Mountains and wildlife. The 2 bed/2 bath 1500 sq ft main house and 2 - 1bed/1bath 700 sq ft studios are both cozy & comfortable with tons of New Mexico charm! Incredible value and opportunity! MLS#99466 $397,000

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CHARMING, AFFORDABLE & ENERGY EFFICIENT 2 bed/2 bath 2000+ sq ft home w/2 car detached garage on 2 acres with mountain views. This home has been a successful rental for years and will need some TLC but has potential for greatness. Close to town in Llano Quemado. NON-MLS $285,000 Call Pavel or Elaine for a showing.

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DES MONTES CLASSIC- 3-BR/2-BA real adobe on 1.9 private acres with fine views. 2,700 square feet of Taos style, including viga beams & saltillo tile. Living room w/ fireplace has large south-facing windows, for lots of natural light & passive solar warmth. Master suite features a fireplace, generous bathroom with jetted tub, separate shower stall and access to private walled courtyard. Extensive yard offers many possibilities to enjoy views, peace & quiet at this secluded setting. $529,000 MLS #102138 http://view.paradym.com/4231216

HORSE PROPERTY- 3 bedroom/2.5 bath home + 1BR/1BA casita, on 2.9 acres with 10 stalls, regulation-size dressage arena; 60-foot round pen for training; 2 hay storages. Comfortable 2,300sq. ft. main house with nice kitchen, open floor plan. Casita provides guest quarters and/or rental income. Circular drive, good for horse trailers, with gates on both ends. US National Forest is only 1/4 mile away! $535,000 MLS 102503 http://view.paradym.com/4261296

NICE HOME, NICE PRICE!â€“ Comfortable & immaculate 3-bedroom + den/2.5-bath home on 2.0 acres with big views. 2400sq. ft. with wood and tile floors, wood-burning fireplace, ample kitchen with pantry, 2 refrigerators. Master suite and 2 spacious bedrooms. Deck and fenced patio for pleasant outdoor living. Only 15 minutes from Taos center! $289,000 MLS # 102316 http://view.paradym.com/4246464

IN-TOWN LOTS - 3 rare home sites close to Plaza. Tract A1 is 0.4 acre @ $100,000 (MLS 101961). Tract A2 is 0.8 acre @$150,000 (MLS 101962). Tract B2 is 0.8 acre @ $150,000 (MLS 101963). Beautiful settings for a Taos home within walking distance of shops, restaurants, galleries, library, etc. http://view.paradym.com/4218440

BEAUTIFUL LOT WITH WELL- Excellent 1.33-acre home site with underground utilities at the lot, and a private well already drilled. Terrific 360-degree views. Good neighborhood with sensible restrictions. Located a short distance west of golf course and UNM campus, near the Overlook area hiking trail, only about 15 minutes from Taos center. A fine place http://view.paradym.com/4180550 to build your Taos home! $49,000 MLS 101482

INCOME PROPERTY- Excellent return on investment with this 3-unit property! All three units are 1BR/1BA, 640-sq. ft. with washer/dryer, deck with wonderful views. Wellmaintained, low vacancy rate. Conveniently located about 5 miles south of Taos center. $250,000 MLS 98471 http://view.paradym.com/3835972

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Dan’s Fl ooring HEALING HOMES, ONE JOB AT A TIME

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Dan’s Flooring and interior design business in Ranchos de Taos has kept Taos – and Northern New Mexico in general – warm and stylish for three decades as of last August. The business, located at 7237 State Road 518, was founded in 1988 by husband and wife Dan and Christina Gonzales. Son Jeremiah Gonzales is also a co-owner as well. Story continues on page 16

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EL RITO CABIN IN THE WOODS

AUTHENTIC ADOBE IN CHAMISAL

Want peace and quiet? This one bedroom storybook cabin in the woods, sits on six acres and has its very own windmill. Perched up high on pristine land where you can smell the pinon trees, hear the babbling creek, and see for miles. There is plenty of room to expand, or just have a getaway cabin in the woods up in the Latir Wilderness. MLS# 102300 $235,000

Looking for that authentic Northern New Mexico Territorial? This 2BD/1BA Adobe home has the essence of times gone by, in lovely pastoral setting with a barn, an acequia and a workshop! Only 30 minutes from Taos in charming Chamisal, it’s priced to sell. Bring your horse as its already fenced in. MLS# 102113 $199,000

COUNTRY CLUB AREA– LOS CORDOVAS ROAD

ARROYO SECO & DES MONTES– NORTH SIDE

1.67 Acres Los Cordovas Road, utilities on road, affordable and easy access MLS# 101235 $43,000

3.00 Acres of valley land in Arroyo Seco with a well, surface water rights. MLS# 102644 $263,000

2.01 Acres bordering the golf course with a well share in place and utilities at lot MLS# 101233 $49,500

15.00 Acres of big skies in a gated community on Buggy Road with room to roam. MLS# 102231 $275,000

2.01 Acres bodering the golf course with a well share in place and utilities at lot MLS# 101234 $52,500

4.14 Acres in Des Montes– gorgeous lot with pinon trees, gas and electric on road. MLS# 102231 $199,000

2.76 Acres Los Cordovas Road, super affordable with utilities on road. MLS# 01236 $53,000

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WINDOW COVERINGS

TILE

Window coverings are a big part of Dan’s Flooring business, Jeremiah said last December, because of the energy-saving benefit to keeping heating and cooling costs down in our high-altitude environs.

But when it comes to tiles, Jeremiah said Dan’s Flooring is the go-to place – from flooring to backsplashes, bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens and more.

“It keeps the heat in during winter and out in the summer,” Gonzales said about the wide variety of Hunter Douglas window coverings they carry, citing Duettes and roller shades for example. Dan’s Flooring also offers shutters, slide panels and VertiglidesTM, which are made for sliding doors. They are also available motorized.

“We represent some of the best tile suppliers in the nation. We have a wide variety to choose from. We carry a beautiful line of Listellos for kitchen and bathrooms. We can do cash-and-carry or full installation, whichever the customer chooses. We have many contractors who send their customers to our showroom. They love the convenience of a onestop showroom.

“It is so nice to be able to control your shades with a touch of a button,” Gonzales said, demonstrating on a display case both a digital power-rise and a power-slide functionality. “Hunter Douglas offers a seven-year warranty on all their shades, making it the best warranty in the business.” “It’s also sometimes the last chance to pop a color in your home,” he said about the various color schemes available, noting too, that window coverings eliminate that sense of “living in a fish bowl. It increases privacy and adds energy savings at the same time.”

LVP, CORK AND HARDWOODS As the business name suggests, flooring products take up by far most of the real estate in their Ranchos de Taos showroom. Area rugs, carpeting, ceramic and porcelain products,and flooring laminates, vinyls, natural stone and wood are all featured. One of the most popular today is the LVP – Luxurious Vinyl Plank with cork backing, “We are the only store in Taos that offers Cortec. It is 100 percent waterproof. It also gives a quietness, warmth and peace of mind because it is going to last.” LVPs have pretty much taken over, he said because it can be DIY (do-ityourself). “Most of the LVP is a tongue-and-groove locking installation. It can be floated or glued down and it comes in a wide variety of looks and colors. We have a lot of budget-friendly options.” Portuguese cork is really popular he said, “because it’s eco-green. It doesn’t mold. It’s a little more versatile – not as sensitive as wood or stone, and its more resilient and pet friendly, and it’s also more soft to step on,” he said, noting too, that it’s a sustainable product. “No trees die to make it. The cork is peeled off and the tree keeps growing. “We put a lot in workout rooms, bedrooms and kitchens. It holds up well to traffic, and it can give you the look of hardwood floors.” Hardwood shoppers need look no further. Of all their offerings, Homer Wood products are gorgeous hardwoods handmade by the Amish.

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“Customers appreciate that we can take care of all their needs for their homes or businesses. From carpet, tile, wood, LVP, area rugs and window coverings, Dans Flooring can supply it all.”

CARPET Mohawk brand carpet is the brand they like the best because it has all-pet-protection built in. “It’s like a Scotch GuardTM has been soaked into the fiber,” he said. “It can be cleaned up with hot water. There is also a carpet guide that comes with it that says what to do depending on the situation or what kind of stain it is.” Another reason for Mohawk is that it offers a “silk collection” – “It’s the softest synthetic material on the market,” he said, “and it’s the nicest of the high-end material choices. It has the softest fiber and is our number-one seller.” For people looking for a natural fiber, they offer multiple brands of wool carpet, which can also be custom-sized area rugs. Surprisingly the entry-level wool carpets have similar price points as their mid-range carpets – a great choice for people with different allergies or anyone sensitive to synthetics. It too is a good choice because it’s a natural and green product. Dans Flooring and Window Coverings have been in business for 30 years, supplying goods and services to Taos and surrounding communities,” Gonzales said in an email. “We are very grateful to all of our customers and strive to continue servicing our community.”

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Associate Broker 575-770-4502 ricklreaves@gmail.com taoshomeinvestments.com 314A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 • BHHSTaosRealEstate.com • 575 758 1924 • 800 530 8899

Vista Linda Beauty

Beautiful 3 BD 2BA southwest pueblo style home in Vista Linda. This 2460 sft house includes a 2 car heated attached garage. Extra office/studio room. Fantastic views of the surrounding mountains. Granite countertops and stainless steel appliances in kitchen. Nicely landscaped front with Nevada flagstone. Large portal facing Taos Mountain with fenced backyard.

MLS #101359

CT Foothills Sanctuary RA T ON RC E D UN

$549,000

Lovely 2 BDR, 2 Bath townhome in Country Club Villas. Original owner. Well maintained tile floors and carpeting. Vaulted tongue & groove cielings in great room and kitchen. Immaculate kiva gas fireplace with several nichos. Arched doorways with a perfect office space. Walk-in master closet. Granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. All window coverings and most furnishings included. Attached one car garage. Walking distance to Angel Fire Country Club. Great income potential for short term rentals.

MLS #100998

$449,900

Beautiful Weimer home with high ceilings, large great room with fireplace and fantastic kitchen. Stunning views of Taos Mtn. Wonderful large master bed and bath with walk-in closet. This 2770 sft home includes a hot tub with sunset views. 2 car garage is heated with a bath and can be a studio/workshop or separate guest area. Mature aspen and pine trees sit on nicely landscaped 1.5 acres. Enclosed courtyard with large flagstone table is great for entertaining.

MLS #101899

Angel Fire Bliss

In Town Potential D CE R ICE PR

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$275,000

Nice in-town home with extra rental units. 2BD 1 ½ BA 1200 sft house located in Randall subdivision has a 2nd bldg. with an upstairs 1 BD apartment and a heated studio/ workshop with ½ bath below. The property needs some TLC and fixing up but the location is fantastic. Live in the main house and rent out the other units or rent them all out for great income potential. 2400 sft total area between both buildings.

MLS #101995

$255,000

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NET ZERO SUSTAINABILITY

Two blocks from the Taos Plaza, built in pre-1870s, restoration completed in 2009. Carefully restored to a standard consistent with products of the 1920s, this property beautifully combines old Taos and comfortable elegance with modern amenities. Luxurious well crafted home with architectural details throughout is welcoming with each room more elegant than the last. The 5473 square foot main house consists of a Grand living room, formal dining room, gourmet kitchen, butler’s pantry, wine cellar and 5 bedrooms with ensuite baths. Several outdoor spaces for entertaining or quiet relaxation. 1075 square foot caretaker’s quarters and oversized heated two car garage on .52 acre. Walled landscaped areas and trees create a private and quiet sanctuary right in the heart of town! Close to restaurants, museums, galleries and shops. Perfect as a B&B, family compound or corporate retreat. $1,950,000 MLS 102131

Designed to capture the sun and inspirational natural beauty. Escape to the bounty of this private location tucked away on 30 acres in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains above Valdez, NM. 5,000+ sq ft passive solar homestead completed in 2000 was created by an artist and engineer, is extremely efficient and ideal for fueling creativity with ample makers spaces. The open architecture of the main house exudes rustic elegance. Large master suite with library, enchanting master bath with claw foot tub and walk in shower. The country kitchen features flip of the switch fresh or grey water at the large farm sink. River rock walled living room with wood stove provides serenity. Sprawling, open upstairs multi-use room with views to Pedernal and the San Juan Mountains to the West, Sangre de Cristo Range to the east, beyond Taos to the South. This forested haven combines ecological sensitivity, creator spaces and autonomous mountain living. $1,800,000 MLS 102104

MOUNTAIN RETREAT

FORESTED SANCTUARY

Tucked into the hillside in Taos Ski Valley with spectacular views of Kachina Peak. Tri-level ecologically and efficiently designed 3,300 square foot home features Great Room with large covered deck, wood burning fireplace and kitchen with granite countertops, Sub Zero, Wolf and Bosch appliances perfect for entertaining. Large walk-in pantry, bath and bedroom with deck complete the second floor. Third floor with spacious loft, large office and bath. Master suite and deck offers a place to retreat and rejuvenate. Ground floor 400 square foot apartment with efficiency kitchen, propane stove and bath. Concrete and bamboo floors, custom cabinetry and T&G ceilings throughout. Spacious laundry room and the elevated mezzanine in attached heated 2 car garage with double height bays and ample storage. On 0.47 acre next to the Northside with access to hiking, mountain biking and snowshoeing. $1,650,000 MLS 101589

Mountain living on 10.6 acres in Turley Mill. Forest of pinon and juniper, luscious landscaping, native grasses, gravel pathways, bocce ball court, putting green and picturesque sitting areas. This 4,440 square foot Pueblo style home features spacious living room which opens onto an expansive patio. Dining, kitchen and breakfast area provide the perfect space for entertaining or enjoying a family meal. Split floor plan and upstairs office with deck offers mountain and sunset views. A master wing with his and her bath, walk-in closet and shower area. Adjoining exercise room with access to outdoor lap pool, hot tub and sitting area convenient for a morning swim or a sunset soak. Two spacious guest bedrooms with Kiva fireplaces, individual baths, private entrances and outdoor patios. Attached heated 2 car garage, log cabin, lush gardens and pathways nestled under mature trees. Price reduced to $995,000 MLS 102054

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Your Place In The Fun. Ski In-Ski Out. Affordable Ski in Ski out in Beautiful Taos Ski Valley. This turnkey 2BD/2BA is ready to move in. The great room area on upper level has Vaulted Ceilings and large windows that look out over the Taos Ski Valley Children’s Ski school area. MLS #102249

Rare Opportunity in Pilar

$299,000

This charming 1BD/1BA casita is perfect for anyone wanting the convenience of Taos and only a short walk to the Rio Grande. Enjoy beautiful sunsets as your day comes to a close, and the quiet solitude of peaceful Pilar and Orilla Verde Recreation Area. MLS #102557

Ski In – Ski Out Condo

Furnished 1 BR/1 BA, 3rd floor condo. ADA accessible. 710 sf unit w/ granite countertops, gas log FP & Wi-Fi. Amenities include on-site management, ski valet, hot-tub, sauna, spa facility, concierge service, restaurant, bar & more. Ski in, ski out...rent or enjoy. MLS #100591

Taos Country Club

$175,000

$325,000

Beautiful 3.00 acre parcel with 360 degree views of Taos Mountain, Picuris and the Rio Grande Gorge! Great location just minutes from Taos Plaza and all other amenities. Build your dream home and take in all the views! Price reduced. MLS #96702

$69,000

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Spacious 2 bedroom condo in the center of Town. Walk to plaza, galleries, shops, restaurants, coffee shops & entertainment. All floors are ceramic tile. Wood burning fireplace in livingroom. Patio doors open onto very large & private common area with lawn and trees. HOA dues include natural gas for heat & hot water, town water, sewer & trash, cable TV, laundry room, exterior building maintenance & insurance, grounds maintenance & snow removal. Easy living for vacations or full-time. $170,000 MLS 101527

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Terrific 4.7 acres in San Cristobal. Varied terrain. Water rights. No Restrictions! Acreage goes from Camino del Medio all the way back into the trees and across the San Cristobal Creek. Many intriguing possibilities! Well priced at $75,000 MLS 102362

A lot of house! A lot of land! A lot of views & privacy! Close to El Rito/Latir Wilderness Area. A great getaway in the trees. Spacious log home on approximately 7 acres. Wood burning rock fireplace in living room. And a hot tub. 2 bedrooms, 3 baths, large family room. Possibilities to sleep many. Beautiful covered porch. Additional acreage available. $285,000 MLS 100826

So convenient to center of Town and wellshare included. Power, phone, natural gas and fiber optic at lot. Great views. One acre. $58,500. MLS 99989 Special Northern New Mexico Land! Great price for 5.8 forested acres near Taos. Already divided into 2 lots. Choose your secluded building sites from many options. Second story sunset and mountain views. $35,000 MLS 102345

Beautiful land with views of Taos Mountain & the Rio Pueblo Gorge. Just west of the Country Club (Golf Course) and UNM Campus. Very close to Taos Valley Overlook Rio Grande Gorge Recreation Area BLM land, with trails for hiking and biking, or just walking and enjoying being out in nature in a peaceful location, with access to the Rio Grande. Two 2.5 acre pieces for $30,000 each MLS 101534 & 101536. All 5 acres for $58,000 MLS 101535.

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Ski Valley Road! This 2 BR/2BA townhome has been completely renovated, including new stucco, doors, windows, roof, plumbing & more. Charming southwestern features. No HOA. Great location on Hwy 150, near Arroyo Seco, perfect ski getaway. Call for a showing! MLS 102664 $275,000 CALL JAN!

Great Taos Getaway! Spacious 3 BR/2BA home in the heart of town. Beautifully hand crafted details throughout, includes two murals by renowned local artist, George Chacon. Hot tub, sauna & lots of extra spaces. Excellent location for full time or vacation living. MLS 102696 $449,000 CALL JAN!

Desirable Des Montes! 14.43 acre lot in beautiful Mariposa Ranch, ideal building site, underground utilities, well share included. Come check out the big views. Intelligent covenants protect your investment. MLS 102701 $219,000 CALL JAN!

A rare find! The last building lot in Adobe Vista. All town utilities, paved street, wonderful neighborhood, super convenient location. Call for details!

West of Country Club! 2.5 acres of unobstructed views just off County Road 110. Convenient to UNM, hiking, fishing, biking. Priced to sell!

Building lot in town! Tucked away 0.22 acre lot, convenient to everything. Utilities in street. Call for details.

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$32,000

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$57,000

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Large 3BR/2BA pueblo style home in Vista Linda area, near UNM and Taos Country Club. Ideal for a home office. New stucco and roof, great location fronting on CR 110. Bring your horse! MLS 102451 $384,900 CALL JAN!

Great 5 acre building site on Hondo Mesa with panoramic views! Paved access, utilities at lot. Convenient to Taos, Taos Ski Valley. Only minutes to rafting, fishing, rock climbing--you name it. MLS 101077 $70,000 CALL JAN!

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SIMPLE AND SPACIOUS Alan Powell designed and built a LEEDÂ® Platinum home on the principles of low maintenance, durability, and eco-consciousness

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lan Powell is a celebrated national designer known for his custom homes and carefully crafted woodwork. His 2-bedroom/2-bathroom house at 16 Macario Lane in Des Montes (the Rim Road area) has been featured on home tours. Standing in the great room of the home with its expansive southern views, Powell said, “One of the most striking comments people make to me is: ‘This feels really good.”

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CRAFTSMANSHIP AND LOCATION Evan Blish, qualifying broker for Piñon Investments of Taos, said, “You can’t overemphasize the quality of the craftsmanship in this house. Having seen thousands of homes in a long real estate career, I can say, you just don’t see every last attention to detail which has been made in this home.” Blish also referred to the home’s proximity to Taos Ski Valley. “The Rim Road is such a good location to access the ski valley. It’s just a straight shot down the road; it’s super convenient.”

A GREEN VISION Powell is an Accredited Professional in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®). This national rating standard is administered by the U.S. Green Building Council. Residential and commercial buildings are scored across a wide range of “green” (i.e., environmentally sustainable) factors. “I use three types of wood throughout the whole house: Alaskan yellow cedar, bamboo and maple. They are all Forest Stewardship Council-certified. They come from a managed forest, so there is no clear-cutting,” Powell explained. Powell built his home to LEED Platinum standard, which is the highest scoring any structure could achieve. This 2,500 square-foot home has a comprehensive list of sustainability measures such as: xeriscaping, grey water reuse, water catchment in cisterns, energy efficiency, passive solar gain, indoor air quality and managed care of the open field adjacent to

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the home –– just to name a few high-level features. More eco-conscious details are also designed and built into the home. When asked about his commitment to the environment, Powell explained: “To understand and design for the future, it is the direction we must develop as a civilization. Taos inspires environmental sustainability when living here. The vast amount of experimentation that occurs in Taos is unique, that is, from a national perspective of projects that I have worked on.”

A NURTURING HOME Powell intentionally built the home to be low maintenance and durable in the extreme seasons of heat and cold. On the exterior, he used three different types of material: Alaskan yellow cedar siding, a corrugated metal wainscoting and traditional stucco. “At the base where it gets a lot of ice and snow, I didn’t want to be constantly repairing the stucco,” he said. Powell’s other idea was durability. As an example, a LEED requirement is to have all wood 12 inches above grade. So he built the portal on a steel base. Entering the home, guests are greeted by a simple architectural layout complemented by spacious design principles. A wall of 8-foot-high windows welcomes in the southern views and changing light. “The space is designed from a Hindu process called Vatsu design,” Powell

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said. Indeed, Powell refers to designing the home and features within based on Asian influences, mystical concepts, esoteric ideas and a mathematical grid.

KITCHEN FOR NOURISHMENT The kitchen is in the east of the great room’s open floor plan. A countertop of man-made quartz composite is a grounding element in the airy space. “This is a material you can’t stain; it’s very resistant. It does not leak radon or any other gases. It meets the pure air standard set up by LEED,” Powell said. While the homeowner is cooking and entertaining, guests have an uninterrupted view of El Salto to the east as well as to the open meadows. Bamboo is used for the kitchen cabinets and wall coverings. Powell built the pantry door and nearby second bedroom door out of bamboo. The result? Guests feel an exuding warmth and comfort from the seamless woodwork in the kitchen. The modern appliances include a Frigidaire refrigerator, a Bosch four-burner stove and Bosch dishwasher. The Franke sink is paired with a Hansgrohe faucet. “This was my first experience with a composite sink of granite, Silgranite. The idea was to make the sink and countertop be as one. The color was almost identical, both happened at once, color and material when I saw it,” Powell said.

A RELAXING BATH The master bedroom is en suite. A 280 square-foot bathroom showcases a standalone Wetstyle soaking tub with a freestanding floor-mount Hansgrohe faucet. “Hard work, skiing and a lot of activity requires a soaking tub,” Powell said. An eco-toilet helps conserve water; as well as all faucets are waterwise faucets with 1.5 gallons per minute water flow. The house is plumbed for grey water though it is not connected at present. A double sink is built into a composite countertop, and the sink’s mirror is framed with the same limestone tiles used for wainscoting the walls. The cement floor accents the room; a black dye was put in the cement trucks and it was mixed into the concrete. The bathroom also has a large walk-in closet 40

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and a sliding door to discreetly keep laundry machines out of sight. High square windows allow in abundant light while affording privacy. “Two windows are aligned with the tub and that view creates space instead of a tight wall,” said Powell.

MASTER CRAFTSMAN Powell designs and builds carefully crafted furniture; some pieces are built into the home, such as the master bed and the hidden-television cabinet in the great room. Given his profession and expertise, it’s natural to presume he built the 1,500-square-foot wood shop that accompanies the home. But he didn’t. “This building was here first. It was a furniture studio,” Powell said of the traditional territorial-style building. The studio is a standalone structure that is physically detached from the main home. To visually join them on the exterior, Powell installed a steel beam to make a connection between the two buildings. Standing in the courtyard with the setting sun softly, bathing the lounge chairs and easy landscaping, Powell referred to the relaxed nature of the courtyard as “an outdoor room.” The studio has the plumbing, heating and insulation requirements to convert to a guesthouse. Or, its front door can be enlarged to make the structure into a garage.

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SKI-IN SKI-OUT ANGEL FIRE RESORT

136 Panorama Way, Angel Fire, NM 87710

MLS# 99283

$629,900

PANORAMIC VIEWS - ON HEADINâ€™ HOME SKI RUN

RE/MAX Mountain Realty

Each office Independently Owned & Operated

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QUALIFYING BROKER - MoonRE LLC 3655 MOUNTAIN VIEW BLVD., ANGEL FIRE, NM 87710 OFFICE 575-377-1919 / Cell 505-795-3773 CCMOON@MOONRE.COM

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MARKETSHARE For others living rooms have given way to great rooms in upper-end homes. They can be big and have soaring ceilings, sometimes including or leading into dining rooms or other spaces where folks gather, but they don’t have to. I have seen homes, more in Vail and Aspen, where the space for folks to gather is enough for several families to live well in Taos. Most folks here aren’t into formal dining rooms, but I find that from middle-income homes up, buyers do want to see a separate dining space. I helped a couple sell their home in Weimer this season, and I loved that they had an eye- level fireplace that warmed the air and the heart. I loved that room as did the couple who bought it, and rather quickly, I might add.

ROOMS WE LOVE… BY HARVEY BLAUSTEIN

I don’t know about you, but I can love a kitchen, maybe with a fireplace, plenty of cabinets and lots of countertop space. And I can adore a cozy den or family room, with a comfy sofa that fits lots of family and friends. But for me, I don’t fall in love so much with a bedroom or a bath.

In Taos, most folks do not have large bedrooms. We spend so much time outdoors that we tend to be practical when it comes to where we sleep. Let’s face it; if you have a good or better mattress, and your room faces north, so it stays cool for sleeping, and you don’t have a lot of natural light to wake you earlier than you want, it works. But because this is Taos, where art is so important, and so many create for the world or for themselves, some of the greatest rooms or spaces I have seen belong to artists. And because they are studios, often few folks get to see them. I give as an example the extraordinary, generous, and unique studios of David Lafell and Sherrie McGraw. I won’t tell you where they are out of respect for their privacy, but they are among the most memorable spaces I have ever been in. I love those rooms. Classy is defined here.

Clearly I come to this from the male perspective, whereas a woman might consider a bathroom, especially with an inviting tub and candles, the most important space in a house. Or she might love even a bedroom, if it had a fireplace and a large walk-in closet, especially if she has lots and lots of clothes, and maybe a sitting area or a place to do yoga.

The other truly memorable space for me is what was once the studio of John Young Hunter in the Cañon foothills. (Maybe only of interest to me, that was once the studio of the very same Sherrie McGraw, so if the ambiance of a space affects how one creates, there is clearly some benefit she must have gained. Her work is so special as is her partner David’s.)

To me the heart of any home is the kitchen, which is where folks gather, where food is stored, prepared, served and often eaten. But one can be basic and eat-in, with wood or Mexican tile countertops, sometimes with a dishwasher and sometimes not.

I note that this space had soaring 24-foot ceilings, had once been a carriage house and had charm and history oozing out of the vigas. Now a home, I have not had the pleasure of seeing what it has become, but I’m sure it’s a very special space.

I have also been in many homes, especially those built by Max Edelman back in the day, where the kitchen was fit for royalty, with topof-the-line appliances, high-end decorative tiles, and lots and lots of space and storage. I always felt if one had the money to do what one wanted, wanting a warm and generous kitchen was a great way to start the plan of a house.

Most folks who enjoy character more than glamour, and earthiness over gaudiness .are bound to find rooms to love in our fair town. Smiles are abundant on the faces of our people for good cause as we love where and how we live.

Living rooms have lost their importance to most folks in Taos. They just care that they have a place to hang out with family and friends and don’t get hung up on naming, form over substance. 62

While I would normally say that a dining room is hard to actually love, my honey is creating one that I know I will feel that strongly about in the remodel we’re doing on Placitas. What will make it special is the large size, the open space to the living room, and lots of views across the fields to the north with the huge trees that line our street. We are also blessed to have the furniture to do this room justice, so I think, I am going to love it.

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And within all that are rooms and spaces to love, and we all love differently. We all dance to the beat of a different drummer. And here we treasure that. Harvey Blaustein is a retired attorney and local real estate broker.

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. $1,950,000 MLS# 99743

EYE-POPPING… In the emerging Overlook area, we proudly offer lot 1 in Barranca del Pueblo, a home site of more than 5 acres. Here one can build up to the rim of the Rio Pueblo and own to the middle of the river. I kid you not. Water, power and phone are all in place and included in the price, and the restrictions are protective and not invasive, intended to honor the land. If you want unique and special, if you want dramatic and magical, let me show you something eye-popping. $299,000 MLS# 101508

INTIMACY WITH THE MOUNTAINS...

PREMIUM R-4 SITE NEAR THE PLAZA...

It’s the prestigious Mariposa Ranch subdivi. Let us 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.

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

$159,000

MLS#100582

$399,000

MLS #99029

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

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