Perfectly sited on 25 acres for maximum views & privacy, this 2875 sq. ft, 3BR home is a masterpiece of clean contemporary design, classic architectural detail & sustainable ultra-low energy efficiency. The open floor plan utilizes massive beams milled locally from salvaged Jemez Mountains ponderosa pines and is framed by 2 sets of 9 ft. trifold Marvin glass doors opening to the east-facing flagstone patio. The living room features a custom Rumsford fireplace which can also be enjoyed from the chef's kitchen, outfitted with Schuler cabinetry, commercial gas range, custom farmhouse sink and butcher block counters. Beautiful form and maximum function! Other cool assets include 1800's mesquite doors (rebuilt by La Puerta Originals of Santa Fe), diamond plaster, super storage, 12 in. thick walls, oversized garage, radiant heating AND cooling from geothermal wells, rotating solar panel, tanks to catch 2800 gallons of rain water with pumps for irrigation of the orchard, perennial flowering plants, raised bed vegetable and herb gardens & walled cactus garden with gates from Budapest. With patios on every side, pizza oven & water feature in the front courtyard & outdoor shower & fireplace off the master bedroom, this most special home was built with a great deal of thoughtfulness & attention to detail. Truly must be seen to appreciate the unique beauty & style. This 25 acre parcel is in the final stage of being split into 2 parcels of 15 acres and 10 acres to maximize future options.
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.