Passive solar double adobe home sits approximately 425 feet from the paved road access at the driveway entrance. Single level has no steps and includes a studio / home office on a private view lot in The Ridges. Home positioning on the 3.6 acre lot maximizes the benefit of climate and materials to minimize energy use. Large double pane windows and partially bermed east and north walls contribute to passive solar performance. The kitchen features ample counter and island work space, updated appliances, and refinished cabinets. The pueblo style home includes these features throughout: rounded corner plaster walls, bancos, nichos, vigas, tongue & groove ceilings, saltillo tile floors, skylights, lighted plaster sconces in all bedrooms, lighted exterior stucco sconces and two interior kiva fireplaces. Bathrooms are updated with new fixtures and tile. Natural landscaping includes stone walls and accents, brick walkways and porch, flagstone portal and courtyard with kiva fireplace.
The 2,500 or so acres that comprise this area immediately south of Eldorado are part of the old Sebastian De Vargas Grant and include Lamy, Galisteo, Camino Valle Street, Los Caballos, Los Vaqueros, Old Road Ranch, Pinon Street, Ranchitos de Santa Fe, The Ridges and Cimarron. Lovely tree-covered artist and ranching villages are surrounded by gently rolling hills.