A truly rare 34-acre mountain retreat awaits, nestled in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains with stunning views of Jicarita Peak and Truchas Peaks. This exceptional, self-sufficient, and sustainably developed property is perfect for a small family business, equestrian estate, or serene retreat center.The total living space of 4,100 sq ft includes a charming 1,600 sq ft earth-bermed 2-bedroom home featuring custom stone floors, vigas, radiant in-floor heat in the kitchen and master suite, and an updated kitchen with a Wolf Stove and granite countertops. The home is designed for energy efficiency, maximizing solar gain, and has a wrap-around deck with captivating pond and mountain views.The property also boasts a 2,225 sq ft office/mixed-use building (zoned for cottage industry, previously a successful institute), a 275 sq ft studio/guest house with a half-bath, and a 30' insulated yurt with off-grid solar, ideal for meditation or a classroom--offering immense flexibility and separate spaces for living, working, and gathering.Outside, find unparalleled amenities dedicated to Earth Stewardship and conservation: 10 irrigated acres with water rights for farming or grazing. Rustic 3-stall horse barn and tack room, horse fencing throughout property. 33' geodesic Growing Dome for year-round production. A comprehensive water catchment system utilizing heavy-duty roof guttering on all buildings and multiple cisterns. A quarter-acre pond with a Trex deck, fed by wetlands and springs, and aerated by a windmill. A vast network of maintained trails on forested acres (thinned and managed), offering direct access to the Carson National Forest.Additional features include an owned grid-tied solar array, a root cellar, a 40' cargo container, and extensive landscaping with drip irrigation. This property is a rare gem, beautifully developed, and ready for its next steward.
Taos is a town in the north-central region of New Mexico in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and incorporated in 1934. Other nearby communities include Ranchos de Taos, Cañon, Taos Canyon, Ranchitos, El Prado, and Arroyo Seco. The town is close to Taos Pueblo, the Native American village and tribe from which it takes its name.