Enchanted Homes April/May 2015

NORTHERN NEW MEXICO’S REAL ESTATE & LIVING MAGA ZINE • APRIL /MAY 2015

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BALANCING THE MODERN WITH THE HISTORIC MILL HOUSE IS REIMAGINED AS CHARMING VACATION RENTAL UNITS

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Evan R. Blish, Broker 575-776-8106 Greg Jaramillo, Associate Broker • (575) 770-1270 Jolie Jones, Associate Broker • (575) 741-0603 Peter Blake, Associate Broker • (575) 779-1869 Chris Stagg, Associate Broker • (575) 776-7490 Website: pinoninvestmentsoftaos.com E-mail: pinoneb@newmex.com

DES MONTES

UPPER COLONIAS MAGIC!

Traditional adobe home with an updated flair, Ken Wolosin built, with a Don Pennington remodel (upstairs master suite). Vigas, latillas, thick adobe walls, flagstone floors and 3 kivas. Water rights, mature landscaping with tall Ponderosas. Hand made Penasco style doors, updated kitchen. Upstairs master suite has private viewing deck with hot tub, walk in closets and 360 views.

A short walk to the village of Arroyo Sec and convenient access to TSV. MLS # 96298 $545,000

Charming, gracious, well maintained Pueblo style home in desirable Upper Colonias. 3400 square feet, 4 bedroom, 3 bath home on 3.95 acres. Tremendous views of Taos Mountain. Upstairs master suite with separate tub and shower. Includes private deck for sunning and star gazing. This a must see. Easy to show, call for an appointment today. Priced to sell at $699,000.

MLS 96195

DES MONTES

TAOS COUNTRY CLUB

Magnificent Hacienda style adobe home in Des Montes, "Casa Alegre", built in 2005 by Ken Wolosin. Almost 5000 sq ft of exquisitely maintained home, great room extraordinaire, the ultimate in a gourmet kitchen. Master suite with attached office and separate wing for guest suites, each with own bath. Great exterior spaces, with interior courtyard and huge portal for western vistas. Water features, hot tub and landscape on drip. An entertainer's delight with a plethora of storage space. MLS #92605 $895,000

Magnificent expansive home in primo condition overlooking the 16th fairway & Taos Mountain. Built & designed by Don Godsoe, exquisitely maintained, this home consists of 3 bedrooms & 4 baths, also a home office and family/entertainment room. Open floor plan with high ceilings & the highest attention to detail. Built in Pueblo Revival "style" with coved ceilings. Elegant & stylish, yet totally comfortable. Lots of room for entertaining & relaxing. Great outside patio with kiva. Landscaping all on drip. Tee it up. MLS #93241 $795,000

DES MONTES

UPPER COLONIAS

Remarkable 3/3 adobe home in Des Montes on 3 acres. Vishu Magee designed, G3 constructed. Energy efficient, green home, perfect for the environmentally sensitive. Acoustically perfect living room w/ 20’ ceilings. Indoor lap pool. Vigas, split cedar latillas, coved ceilings. Solar, photo voltaic. Travertine marble floors. Spectacular stone and wood work throughout. Cozy outside patio spaces & gazebo. Peace and solitude. Expansive creative environment. Cool! MLS #89352 $1,250,000

Upper Colonias Adobe home, built by Caracol Builders. Enter thru circular drive & see the "Big Rock". Features include spacious open floor plan w/ high ceilings in great room & French doors opening on to eastern portal overlooking Taos Mountain & hot tub.

Gourmet kitchen flows to full sized laundry and game room /play room. Vigas, tile floors and kiva fireplace. Separated bedrooms for privacy and comfort, each w/ own tiled bath. A proven rental w/ easy access location. Priced to sell. MLS #95538 $495,000

Welcome from the Taos County Chamber of Commerce ¡Bienvenidos!

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

As the snow melts from our mountains to refresh our acequias, our spirits are renewed to the possibilities of the coming months. We welcome the new season with our 2015 Taos Home & Garden Expo on April 25 at the Taos Youth & Family Center. Join us to explore what is new for your home and garden.

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 Taos Ski Valley to see beautiful views of the mountains coming to life in spring.

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 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!

Photo by Katharine Egli

2015 is a Celebration Year in Taos. In 1615 Taos was established as a Spanish village. It is the 100-year anniversary of the Taos Society of Artists, the 300year anniversary of the acequia culture, 200-year anniversary of the famed, historic San Francisco de Asís Church in Ranchos de Taos, the 60th ski season at Taos Ski Valley, and the 50-year anniversary of accessibility to western Taos County over the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge. Of course the Taos Pueblo has been continuously inhabited for over a 1,000 years and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Our enchanted land is not only steeped in history but also has the future well in hand with the new Rio Grande del Norte National Monument, 310,528 acres of beautiful land, river and gorge in Northern New Mexico.

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!

Wanda Lucero 211 Kit Carson Road 575-737-5433 wandalucero.com

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40 ACRES of magnificent mountain and foothill views. Stunning 3 BR 2 BA adobe home with 2233 sf with high ceilings, brick floors, 3kiva FP. commercial Wolf range. GUEST HOUSE is 781 sf with 1 BR 1 BA , STUDIO has 400 sf, 1500 sf Garage with 17 ft ceilings, electricity, and roll up door. MLS 94456 Asking $469,000

ADOBE HOME WITH STUDIO

AUTHENTIC ADOBE HOME with 400 sq ft heated studio located in the Weimer area with foothill and mountain views. 2 courtyards with gardens 2 car garage, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, with family room/office and living room. Kiva fireplace in living room and family room. tile floors, vigas in the ceilings. Total heated sq ft of 2629. Excellent value for an adobe home. MLS 95679, Reduced to $489,000 GET-AWAY CABIN WITH VIEWING DECK

CABIN WITH FANTASTIC VIEWS of Jicarita Mtn and the valley. Lots of windows so the cabin is light and bright. 2 bedroom 1 bath A frame with apprx 900 sq ft and large deck for bbqing, viewing the changing colors of the aspens or snow capp'e d Jicarita Mtn, or watching the elk heard in the meadow. Cabin has been well maintained and is in move in condition. Close to ski ing, fishing, hiking.

C-2 LOT

GREAT INVESTMENT FOR C2 lot in town of Taos with utilities nearby. Adjacent to single family residences, small condo complex, and multifamily parcel. Close to hospital and medical facilities, consumer services, schools, and recreation venues.

Level lot with mountain views. 2 acres.

MLS 96323 Asking $229,000 FORECLOSURE

GREAT LOCATION IN THE HEART OF TAOS. 2 bedroom 2 bath condo in move in condition. End unit adjacent to parking area. Light and bright with lots of windows. Warm and welcoming kiva fireplace in the living room, large kitchen with tile counter tops, tile floors, beams in the ceilings, enclosed flagstone patio for potted plants. Gated entry for security and privacy. Most furnishings included. MLS 96378 Asking $199,900 DOUBLE-WIDE LOT

CUTE LITTLE CABIN in Valle Escondido just 15 minutes from town. Mountain, foothill, and forest views. Cool retreat in the summer, with covered deck. Area is home to lots of wild life. Clubhouse has a swimming pool and small restaurant. Cabin has 2 bedrooms 1 bath, living room and kitchen. MLS 94578 Asking $89,900

THIS LOT IS READY TO GO. Just bring your manufactured home or doublewide. Good location in town with electric, telephone, community water, and El Valle sewer connection at lot line. Natural gas is nearby. Manufactured homes allowed but no single wides. .38 acres. MLS 94726 Asking $59,900

FORECLOSURE

GOOD LOCATION IN HISTORIC DISTRICT on Montoya Street. Very short distance to the plaza, shops, restaurants, galleries. 3 bedrooms plus den, 2 car detached garage and large workshop.

MLS 95916 Asking $133,900

MLS 92700 Asking $119,000

GREAT LOCATION IN HISTORIC DISTRICT

CHARMING CONDO IN TOWN with 1 bedroom and 1 bath, wood floors, large eat in kitchen. Adobe walled courtyard looks into common area with pond and mature trees and plantings. Easy walking distance to restaurants, shops, museums, park. Square footage per assessors records. MLS 95219 Asking $205,000

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HOME IN THE COUNTRY

Charming territorial style home in idyllic location. Wood stove in living room, turquoise counter top tile in kitchen, cozy dining room. 2 bedrooms downstairs with large studio upstairs which could be an additional bedroom. Great pasture and foothill views from the large upstairs studio. Enclosed sunroom is light and bright for all your plants. Garage has water and electric. Property is fenced with board and wire fencing.

Acequia is a nice water feature. MLS 93952 Asking $189,000

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LARGE, IN-TOWN HOME

3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH with an addition that could be a studio or office. Apprx 2000 sq. ft., with forced air heating, covered porch for viewing the mountains.

Natural gas with well and approved septic system.

Located in town close to schools, employment, consumer services, medical facilities, and recreation. Mountain views and large fenced yard with detached 2 car carport. MLS 91470 Asking $149,900 POT CREEK LOT

NICE WOODED LOT that borders the Carson National forest. Several good building sites. Year round access with utilities at the lot line. Close to many recreation areas for hiking, biking, skiing, fishing, golfing, medical facilities, schools. Located in the well maintained Lavender Farrell subdivision with restrictions. MLS 96118 Asking $60,000

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: Inquiries: Inquiries William Swan - The Coach Rachel Lewis 575-770-1156 rachel.taos@gmail.com bnswan@newmex.com 214-546-1962

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The stage is set for a new owner of the Taos theater. Join in the history and add to the richness that has been created over the years on the stage here in the southwest corner of Taos plaza. This re-built (1972) theatre awaits an impresario & visionary to transform a landmark into the center piece of Taos Plaza once again. Over 5,000 square feet of open space, with high ceilings to design as you wish. There were movies and stories, and generations of Taosenos through these doors over the years. The next owner will be stepping into history as well as new opportunities to create a history of their own. Architectural building plans are available for this 5500+ sf ft space. Top floor residential condo also for sale. Call us for a tour & a show.

MLS # 96400 $150,000

The opportunity of a lifetime to own a piece of the historic Taos Plaza can now be yours. Step back in time as you enter the large airy space overlooking the entire plaza with views north to Taos Mountain. Once a local watering hole, and afterwards the art studio of a legendary Taos artist, this 2500 square foot residential unit is a special place for family gatherings. The large open area joins a well lit kitchen/dining loft area, with high ceilings and a cozy kiva. The private bedroom/bath in the rear assures privacy, while the rambling outdoor roof decks offers creative development options, or just an opportunity to see the glow of our famous skies. 1 Bed/ 1 Bath, Vaulted Ceilings, Fireplace, 2 Kitchens, Remodeled in 1995 *HOA. Commercial Condo (Theater) is also for sale.

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MLS # 96394

A traditional style adobe farmhouse with wonderful covered portal is ready for a new owner. Set back off the main road surrounded by large trees, this cozy home shines with pride of ownership. There are two large bedrooms and den. Large, open kitchen to dining & living room. Radiant heat throughout. The large portal adds lots of outdoor entertaining space and there is a studio/workshop building. Huge yard with room for gardens/chickens…2 Bedrooms/1 Bathroom with 1,455 Sq Ft and on 0.52 acres.

$350,000 MLS # 95986

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Un Snow Bear Condos is a skier’s paradise, offering ski-in/skiout access to World Class Skiing. If convenience and privacy contribute to your lifestyle, Snow Bear Ski in Ski out condos offer the ultimate in seclusion, while being close to everything.

With 607 sq ft, 2 Bdrms & 2 Baths, a fully equipped kitchen, gas fireplaces, open concept, hardwood floors, and on-site parking.

You can enjoy cozy nights in your condo after long days on the slopes. This charming slope side condominium is only steps from the children’s ski school, close to the lifts, and within walking distance of the Village.

This luxury unit is furnished for comfort, warmth and style by a very hands on management team that takes care of all the details.

Located slope side just below the day care center at TSV. Check out our fees and the rental history of this unit and compare. You will not be disappointed. Unit is turnkey with great amenities, sweet views and income when you are not visiting yourself. Unit comes fully furnished. 1,000 sq ft. with 2 Bdrms & 2 Baths, 25” cathedral ceilings, river rock (gas) fireplace, travertine marble, Jacuzzi tub, European shower panels, open concept living. 3 separate entrances for more rental potential. On site washer & dryer, hot tub, storage, parking.

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Wonderful light filled home set in the privacy of large Pinon, Juniper and Ponderosa trees. House has formal entry and living/dining area with high ceilings and lovely stone fireplace. Large open country kitchen, 2 bedrooms and large deck all on first floor. Upstairs is master suite with large bath, bedroom, sitting area and fireplace opening onto large deck. Enjoy views and privacy up here and don’t forget the sunsets. Ahh this is really good value priced to sell

$299,900 MLS # 95714

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$345,000

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d Un This custom 3Br/2BA home is in great shape with many extras! Enter from the foyer into a large living area with over sized ceilings, Kiva fireplace and great views. Large open kitchen with a private dining alcove is perfect for parties. The master suite is at one end of the house with access to a lovely patio area. There is also a covered patio with kiva fireplace from the living room, and a covered front portal.

Not enough room? The attached garage is huge and heated! Mature landscaping with drip irrigation completes the package! House on Town water and sewer.

Located off Hwy 230, close to the lovely town of Arroyo Seco & the world famous Taos Ski Valley, this stunning 2.77 acre parcel is worth taking a look. This site has beautiful & unobstructed views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Plenty of options and no restrictions make this a nice investment parcel. This property also works for future family transfers. Property irrigated for agricultural use, horses or farm environment. A really sweet piece and access couldn’t be easier! Build your dream home & barn for your horses!

Call John for more information & to view this truly spectacular land in Des Montes.

MLS # 96229

MLS # 95220

$349,000

La Lomita * in –town

Located within the private community of the Huggett Estate is a stunning 5.39 acre pacel ready for your dream hacienda. Wonder through these well maintained country roads to this site and the end of a cul-du-sac, for maximum privacy. Walk through a pine and juniper forest onto large open areas with sweeping vistas of the entire Taos Valley. Visits to the quaint village of Arroyo Seco for morning coffee, lunch or dinner, are just minutes away. Call us to see why this is unique and not for the faint of heart. Property wired for high speed internet and electricity.

You won’t believe your eyes...this spacious & lovely 4 bedroom/4 baths, 2,799 sq. ft. in-town home is beyond fabulous! Owner has transformed every room into a living work of art. Both kitchens have been renovated along with all 4 baths. New closets & solid wood doors have been added throughout. Incredible outside spaces have been improved so you can enjoy the VIEWS and the beautiful vegetable gardens, mature trees, grass and fruit trees that surround the property. All watered with your private well. Also, connected to Town water & sewer. 2 car garage with an additional storage/ workshop. Looking for a rental income or mother-in-law suite? This could be the spot!

MLS# 95602 $295,000

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In pristine condition....this 3 bdroom/2bath home in the desirable Weimer area is ready for the next owner. Built in 2004 by respected builder Bob Orner this 1410 sq ft remains in excellent condition. Kiva fireplace, vigas, split cedar ceilings, stained concrete floors with radiant heat are just a few attributes to this home. Lovely outdoor space with 2 private patios & beautifully landscaped areas. Easy living in this Dos Arroyos complex with paved roads along with Town water & sewer.

Fabulous location...close to the hospital and Carson National Forest for hiking and biking trails. Call Lisa for a tour of this gem! $279,000 $210,000 MLS# 95951

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This elegant 4,300 sf home sits on three acres at the exclusive Taos Country Club. Designed & built to perfection, this southwestern pueblo style 3 Bedroom/2 Bath home features: a generous living room, large family & dining room, spacious bedrooms, separate laundry/storage room, a beautiful cooks kitchen & attached 2 car garage. In addition there is a cozy 950 sq. ft. 2 Bedroom/1Bath guest house. The tile/wood floors, viga beams, high ceilings, kiva fireplaces, custom cabinetry, upscale appliances all add to the warmth & beauty of this adobe home.

Thoughtfully landscaped courtyards & patios give you the opportunity to enjoy the 360 views and make this the perfect home to relax, entertain and enjoy the peacefulness of Taos.

MLS# 93531 $735,000

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Owner Robin Martin Publisher Chris Baker Editor Joan Livingston Managing Editor/ Creative Director Julie Osmanski Advertising Director Chris Wood Sales Manager Alan Wilkins Graphic Design Sally Brooks Jennifer Taphorn Photography Katharine Egli Vishu Magee

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Enchanted Homes April/May 2015, Vol. CII

A Letter from The Taos County Chamber of Commerce

58 Here & There: Real Estate in Taos vs. Ashland, Oregon

14 Balancing the modern with the historic: Mill house is reimagined as charming vacation rental units

62 Building Green: Enjoy water in the desert

24 Beinvenidos

66 Taos County Community Profile

30 Realtor Profile: Page Sullivan

69 Taos Ski Valley Community Profile

32 Evan Blish; ‘A people pleaser by nature’

70 Angel Fire Community Profile

44 9 Questions: Judy Follmar, store manager, merchandiser and head interior designer at Taos Lifestyle 46 Inside Out: Creative elements and furnishings for your home 50 Enchanted Lifestyles: Los Jardineros to celebrate artists and gardens 55 DIY budget-friendly ideas to give your home a spring makeover

Contributing Writers Harvey Blaustein Andy Dennison Ted Dimond Teresa Dovalpage Vishu Magee Yvonne Pesquera

64 Enchanted Circle Area Map

72 Red River Community Profile 74 Questa Community Profile 75 Real Estate Finance: What is today’s interest rate?

76 Taos County Chamber of Commerce Listings 85 Market Share: DESIGN: So much depends on what one wants 86 Final foto

Cover Art: Tracy Turner Sheppard Sanctuary 14" x 14" oil on panel (sold) www.tracyturnerart.com Represented by: The Ranch at Taos 119-A Kit Carson Road, Taos NM Bighorn Galleries Tubac, Arizona

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historic remodel is not just a project. It’s a passionate pursuit for all involved. Take, for example, the remodel of four vacation rental units at 102 Padre Martinez Lane. Owner Jeff Shardell, and his core crew, threw their hearts into the remodel.

The 4,500-square-foot building is registered as “Cultural Property No. 860” on the National Register of Historic Places.

The home’s original Territorial architecture contributes to the historic significance of the area. (The historic Taos Plaza is just one block away.)

“In San Francisco, I have done 15 big remodels of 30- to 40-yearold homes,” says Shardell. “But I love to come to Taos and do ‘a period piece’ remodel.”

During the remodel, the town of Taos Planning and Zoning Department inspected to ensure the exterior historic character of the building was unaltered. That was no problem for Shardell, who admires the classic Territorial style of the building.

From 1853 to 1912, New Mexico was a territory of the United States. This period brought an influx of Americans from the Midwest and East Coast. These newcomers created a Territorial architectural style that is different from the Indian Pueblo style and the Spanish hacienda style.

Shardell and Lafe Harrower, contractor/builder of Lucus Construction, took extra steps to revitalize many features that were still in excellent shape.

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s just a few examples, they retained the original windows, doors, screen doors, and yard gates wherever possible. The window trims, including pedimented lintels, were repainted a traditional blue color.

“We replastered the entire building,” Harrower says of the adobe exterior. “And we left the existing mill work for a rustic look.”

“I didn’t want it to look like any subdivision in the U.S. I wanted to recreate what it may have been like 100 years ago in Taos,” says Shardell.

In one bathroom, Shardell points to a glasscovered square of exposed wall. “We left this as the ‘truth’ window,” he says. “You can see the original wall from the turn of the century.

The hay is mixed in with the adobe and the fading blue paint.”

Lafe Harrower, Contractor

Harrower and his team of subcontractors (up to 15 at the height of the project) went unit by unit.

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Some old laminate floors were replaced with pine floors; whereas, other original wood floors were in excellent shape and kept as is, freshly repainted. Old polystyrene drop-ceilings were torn out to expose gorgeous, original milled timber beams.

Each unit had existing bathroom plumbing, but all new baths were installed. Their floors have Saltillo tiles from Vargas Tile Company in Ranchos de Taos and the countertops are soapstone.

When Shardell bought the building in January 2014, it had sat empty for many years. Its last use was as a private school. But the property began its life as a mill house in the 1800s.

Shardell’s vision was to recreate a historic “farmhouse feel” for guests, but with all of today’s modern comforts and amenities. His goal was to create four separate units (ranging from studio to two-bedroom) each with its own unique theme and character.

very methodical; it’s very efficient that way,” says Harrower.

For the kitchens, Shardell kept the original cabinet doors but each were scored to add texture in the farmhouse-feel kitchen. The kitchens are outfitted with new cabinetry hardware, modern Frigidaire appliances, and Kohler sinks.

Reclaimed barn wood frames the refrigerators in each unit.

And instead of closing off everything, open shelving shows lively displays of dry goods and antiques.

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elissa Serfling was the interior decorator and “tchotchke” sourcer on his team. “I shopped locally for all furnishings at Pieces (a local consignment store) and yard and estate sales,” she says.

Serfling found many “scores” that were just perfect for the units. Examples of these include a red trastero (cabinet) for a bedroom, a king sleigh bed for a large bedroom, and a sectional couch that she says, “felt custom-made for a large, open living room.”

Jennifer Martin was the interior designer who helped Shardell choose a different color scheme for each unit — using paint chips from Ace Hardware in Taos. “My house was a mess for a few days as the floors were covered with all sorts of color and tile combinations,” she says.

In the end, each unit is beautifully designed, tastefully decorated, and remodeled with superb craftsmanship.

Realtor Harvey Blaustein, who represented Shardell in the purchase, says, “I think Jeff did a great job in creating spaces that are inviting and in a great location.”

There are so many benefits to renting these units in the historic district — namely the accessibility to all of the major sights, plenty of off-street parking, and comfortable living quarters that feels like home.

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n fact, Shardell’s vacation rentals were ready and received their first occupants a mere six months after purchase by July 2014. And they continue to be steadily rented. From a business standpoint, this remodel is a phenomenal success.

But it is Shardell’s efforts — and his team’s efforts — to “balance the historic with the modern” which is the lasting legacy for this historic neighborhood in Taos.

“I like to beautify and the building deserved love. It had been sitting here too long empty,” says Shardell.

In the end, each unit is beautifully designed, tastefully decorated, and remodeled with superb craftsmanship.

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TAOS OF TAOS-(96198) Walk to the Plaza from this lovely 2BR/1.5BA condo! Great location, private yard & patio, offered fully furnished and equipped. $209,000 CALL JAN MLS 96198

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2 BR/1BA home w/open living area, 2 sunrooms, master opens to deck & hot tub. 2.5 acres, privacy, big views. Offered furnished & equipped. $249,000 CALL JAN! MLS 95560

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COUNTRY CLUB – (93397) Spacious & beautiful 3/BR/3BA home at Taos Country Club in immaculate condition. 3 ac. lot w/extensive landscaping, portals & courtyards maximize views. Open floorplan, perfect for entertaining, 2 master suites. $745,000 CALL JAN! MLS 93397

TOWN OF TAOS (96435) Beautiful pueblo style home convenient to everything. 2 BR/2 BA, spacious living, kitchen & dining areas, high ceilings w/vigas throughout, kiva fireplace, tile floors. Mountain views, private back yard, lovely portals. 2 car heated garage. This home is light & bright, immaculate! Ideal for full time or vacation home.

NO HOA. $345,000 CALL JAN MLS 96435

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ELEGANT, PRIVATE IN-TOWN CONDO – (92174) Walk to the Plaza from this super elegant condo in the historic district with lovely private outdoor spaces and a spacious 2 BR/2.5 BA interior , plus den or 3rd bedroom. The amenities include a garage and carport, lots of trees and landscaping, two kiva fireplaces and high end finishes throughout.

Priced below seller’s original cost at $449,000 MLS #92174 CALL JUDY BUCK

HISTORIC ADOBE IN COSTILLA PLAZA – (94608) Historic 1850’s home , lovingly restored with several original architectural details intact.

This 2 bedroom house on 1.5 acres has huge trees, orchard, room for horses and it borders the Rio Costilla!

Old adobe on one of the lots can be restored or expanded with plans available. A unique opportunity to own a part of historic northern New Mexico! Now $149,500 MLS #94608 CALL JUDY BUCK

Corner of Paseo del Pueblo Norte & Civic Plaza Drive 800-829-8673 Photo by Seth Bullington

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BIENVENIDOS

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For two artists, their Taos adventure began in 1898 with a broken wagon wheel. That’s how Ernest Blumenschein and Bert Phillips found themselves in an artistic paradise.

Inspired by the region’s beauty, they stayed put and went on to become members of the famed Taos Society of Artists — 100 years ago.

Blumenschein and Phillips are not the only visitors to be so charmed by the Taos area they decide to live here. Locals say when that happens “the mountain” is calling you.

Perhaps the same will happen on your visit.

DOWNTOWN The downtown area is a thriving center where visitors and locals can hop from a restaurant to a gallery to gift shops to museums — including one of Blumenschein’s home.

Looking for that perfect reminder of your great vacation in Northern New Mexico? Start at Taos Plaza and work your way in different directions. The main commercial strip is Paseo del Pueblo – either Sur (south) or Norte (north). And there are small shops off the main drag, on Kit Carson Road, Bent Street and the John Dunn House Shops, and then over to Ledoux Street, the oldest road in town.

Arroyo Seco parade on Independence Day. You never know what might be rolling down the main street.

TAOS SKI VALLEY World-class skiing and snowboarding abounds at this resort, which known for its “steep and deep” terrain and snow. The new Kachina Peak lift brings visitors to 12,450 feet above sea level – a short hike to the summit at 12,480. The chairlift is the first of many upgrades expected at TSV, as the founding Blake family sold the resort in 2013. In the summer, hikers have their choice of trails, including the one to Williams Lake and Wheeler Peak, the highest point in New Mexico.

As always in alpine terrain, mindful of the weather, as monsoon season can bring severe afternoon storms.

EL PRADO El Prado has great views of Taos Mountain and large meadows bordered by restaurants, art studios, cafés and shops. Along the main thoroughfare U.S. 64, find great places to shop and dine – or visit Taos Pueblo, the longest continually settled village in the United States.

Not too far away is the Millicent Rogers Museum, one of America’s most important resources for the study of Southwestern art and design.

For a town as small as Taos, you can find live music, gallery openings and literary events almost every night of the week — not surprising in this arts-oriented town. For a full listing, check Tempo, The Taos News’ art and entertainment magazine or the calendar on taosnews.com.

RÍO GRANDE GORGE BRIDGE Continue north to the intersection where U.S. 64 heads west.

Take a left and drive around seven miles to reach the Río Grande Gorge Bridge, a 500-foot-long bridge listed among the Historic Highway Bridges of New Mexico.

ARROYO SECO At 7,634 feet of elevation the village of Arroyo Seco, located between Taos and Taos Ski Valley, is a small, vibrant village.

It is definitely worthwhile to stop and poke around the many shops that feature the work of local artisans and artists.

The river flows some 600 feet below, and there are plenty of photo opportunities. The gorge is part of the Río Grande del Norte National Monument, designated in 2013, that stretches from the Colorado border to Pilar.

Hungry? Stop at The Taos Cow, an award-winning ice cream shop. Or savor the local food at Abe’s Cantina y Cocina, which was named a culinary treasure by the New Mexico Tourism Department.

Here on the Fourth of July? Don’t miss the (in)famous

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FABULOUS VIEWS - Beautiful 2,800-sq. ft. 3-BR/3-BA on a ridge overlooking scenic valley. Gorgeous master suite w/ luxurious bath, private deck. Four fireplaces, two patios, hot tub. Excellent vacation rental property. Lockoff bedrooms for flexible rental potential. $499,000 MLS #93550 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3076231

STEP BACK IN TIME in this classic true adobe home. Originally built ca. 1860, renovated 2005.

3BR/2BA, 1800 sq. ft. of authentic Taos charm. Large living room has sunny exposure. Enclosed front courtyard overlooks the beautiful valley. Slow down and enjoy the old ways! $185,000 MLS #94036. www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3127976

LUXURY CONDO – Enjoy the finest quality in this 1,600sq. ft., 2BR/2½ BA unit in Pueblo de Los Suenos, Taos’ best condo development. Next to El Monte Sagrado Resort, just a few blocks from the center of Town. Highend finishes, private walled patio, upstairs deck with hot tub. Fine furnishings included. $399,000 MLS #94654 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3231959

ELEGANT ADOBE - 3BR/3BA with 2,506 sq.ft. flexible living space + 750 sf attached heated studio. Beautiful mud plaster interior walls, granite, vigas in every room, luxurious master bath. 2 walled courtyards w/ trees, gardens. Wonderful views & privacy on 1.7 acres in excellent neighborhood less than 5 mi from Town. $489,000 MLS #95554 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3383572

LOS ALTOS! - Premier Arroyo Seco location. 3BR/2BA adobe w/ classic SW style. In-floor radiant heat, fireplace, saltillo tile floors.

Open floor plan with tall ceiling. Upstairs master suite w/private deck. Great views, 2 patios, hot tub. Fully furnished. Just 15 min. to Taos Ski Valley, 20 min. to Town. Great vacation home and rental property! $495,000 MLS #96057 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3454390

VERSATILE COMPOUND - 3BR/2BA main home 1,870 sq, ft. rastrablock construction, in-floor heat, FP, brick floors, 3 covered porches.

1BR/1BA guest house 1,012 sq. ft. pumice-crete construction w/ fireplace, nice kitchen, tile floors, washer/dryer, lots of solar gain and great views. Studio is 580-sq. ft. w/ kitchen, 3/4 bath, closet, W/D hook-ups. 2-car garage. Quality neighborhood. $645,000 MLS #95588 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3388619

RARE LAND IN TOWN - Beautiful 2 acres in prime residential area only 0.3 mile from Taos Plaza. Gorgeous valley land with fine views, upscale homes around it.

Perfect for larger luxury home sites, or zoning would support 8 homes on smaller lots. Seller financing is possible. $500,000 MLS #95273 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3345910

CASH FLOW! - Excellent income from this established selfservice storage business. Great location on Hwy 64 near “Old Blinking Light.” Currently 78 units, with room to expand.

Buildings are only a few years old, in excellent condition, fully enclosed in chain link fence with automatic gate. $745,000 MLS #94847

MARIPOSA RANCH - Spectacular 11.45-acre home site in one of Taos’ best subdivisions. Magnificent panoramic views of mountains and sunsets. Underground utilities, thoughtful restrictions. Well-share in place. Preferred north side location, near charming Arroyo Seco, just 15 minutes from Town, and 20 minutes from Taos Ski Valley. $249,000 MLS # 88677 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=2182656

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CARSON RANCH

575-758-3275 225 Kit Carson Road

MLS 95357 $825,000

643 acres surrounded by Carson National Forest • 160 ac. fenced pasture • 1,039 sq ft, restored chinked-log, settler’s cabin • Stephen Kilborn designed fountain Carmen Velarde fireplace • Expansive porch & gazebo • 920 ft well & solar pump • Two 1700 gal cisterns • 3.12 & 1.56 kw PV arrays • Hunting permits

HIGH MOUNTAIN RANCH

CASA ARTESIA RTY ROPE P E M INCO

441+ acres of rolling sage bisected by the Aguaje de Petaca Commercial grade 5500 sq ft main house • 1360 sq ft guesthouse • 3600 sq ft workshop Active solar / passive solar pumice block construction • Water membership 30 gal per min Well • 2 hand dug wells • Reservoir and seasonal stream 40 ft volcanic lava cliffs • In Tres Piedras (30 miles west of Taos)

Originally built in the 1880s and extensively remodeled in 2008, this historic adobe located next to the Harwood Art Museum has been home to several creative luminaries.

Once a successful vacation rental, called Casa Artesia, the property has a flexible floorplan that would accommodate division into three apartments, configuration as a house with guesthouse, or use as a luxuriant dwelling.

MLS# 94992 $990,000

MLS 96131 $849,000

DIXON SMALL FARM

PIED À TERRE ED WER O L E PRIC

ED WER O L E PRIC

Back to the Land - Rare, rich and remarkable Dixon farm on 1.67 irrigated acres.

Cabin with 2 lofts, straw bale studio/workshop, chicken coop & greenhouse.

Furnished turn-key 1 bed 1 bath condo. • Pied à terre or rental Walking distance to Plaza, etc. • Saltillo tile, berber carpet, tile counters Off-street parking and on-site laundry • Corner unit on 2nd floor

MLS #95971 $233,000 $200,000

MLS# 95766 $81,000 $74,500

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Page Sullivan | Realtor Profile

clarify specifically what is important to them. We create a game plan together for reaching the identified goals.”

Sullivan is a strong proponent of knowledge and has a background in education.

Knowledge truly empowers everyone, she says, and an educated client can feel comfortable and have fun during a real estate transaction.

“I thrive on learning and that quality brings benefits to my clients,” she said. “A Realtor must also be creative and knowledgeable in order to help clients.”

The pros and cons of being a Realtor in Taos “The pros of being a Realtor in Taos: nothing is standard or ordinary,” Sullivan said. “No two houses are alike and no two clients are alike. Taos seems to draw eclectic and interesting people.”

And what about the cons?

“The cons of being a Realtor in Taos: nothing is standard or ordinary,” she said. “Property values change with the market. Closing a transaction is a complicated process and there are often bumps in the road to overcome.”

Often, out-of-state lenders don’t grasp the value of some of the building materials used here.

“A lender once told me that my client could not get a loan on a property because his company would not approve a loan for a ‘mud hut,’” she said. “The home was adobe.”

A change for the better

The power of knowledge

Sullivan noticed that the real estate market “changed for the better” in 2013 and continues to move in a positive direction.

BY TERESA DOVALPAGE

Sullivan makes sure that her clients’ homes are showcased well.

When Atlanta native Page Sullivan graduated from college, she moved to San Francisco with the idea of “seeing the world.”

“My roommates and I met Ernie Blake at a ski show in San Francisco, and he convinced us that we needed to move to Taos Ski Valley and work for him,” she said. “There were lots of adventures after arriving here and one thing was clear: I was immediately mesmerized by Taos and New Mexico.”

After 40 years here, her feelings haven’t changed.

“Taos still appeals very much to me,” she said. “I enjoy all the outdoor activities, the multicultural setting, the landscape…

Sometimes I sound like the Chamber of Commerce talking about the many possibilities that Taos offers.”

Goals and concerns Every Realtor is essentially self-employed, although there is usually a brokerage affiliation. In Sullivan’s case, it is Coldwell Banker Lota Realty.

“A successful Realtor must be very entrepreneurial in order to bring value to buyers and sellers,” she said.

As any savvy entrepreneur, she has devised her own method to conduct business.

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“The inventory of homes for sale has dropped and the demand for residential properties is up,” she said. “Sellers, take note: it is a good time to get your residential property on the market.”

The most active price ranges for sales now is $200,000 to $300,000.

“Land sales are beginning to pick up and Taos Ski Valley properties are selling well,” she said. “These are all good news.”

Advice to sellers “You’ve all heard that you can only make one first impression,” Sullivan said. “This is absolutely true in real estate. When I list a property, I evaluate the home and help the owner look at it with a new perspective.”

What a buyer sees and what the owner sees are often two very unlike viewpoints. Sullivan helps her clients recognize the difference.

“If your goal is to sell, get ready to make some changes,” she said.

“They can be as simple as de-cluttering or as complex as solving drainage issues.”

Realtors play a key role in walking clients through the often-complicated process of buying or selling property. In this process, Sullivan is not alone.

“I have been fortunate to work with an assistant, Susan Mihalic, for 10 years,” she said. “Susan brings many skills which help our clients meet their goals. With Susan’s help, we stay organized and professional. Tasks don’t fall through the cracks. Sellers get alerted to showings and receive showing follow up. Closings are smoother and participants are informed of ‘what is happening next.’”

“Well, I also enjoy working with Page,” Mihalic says. “She has integrity. She cares about what her clients want and provides them with plenty of information so they can make informed decisions. Her enthusiasm is contagious. They all love working with her!”

Page Sullivan Group is located at 204 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571, Phone: (575) 758-7890, www.TaosHomePage.com

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Maria Figliolia The Art of the Real Estate Deal Email: mariafig@newmex.com 575 . 758 . 3275 Office

Web: www.RealTaos.com 575 . 779 . 0285 Cell

Los Altos Luxury

10 Acres in Llano

Bordering the Rio Grande

Entertaining is easy here. A chefs kitchen, butler pantry and formal dining room make this adobe home perfect for entertaining. 3BD/2BA/2CG, a garden room, extra large living room , patios and gorgeous landscaping. Located between the Ski Valley & Town.

Clubhouse Pool and Tennis courts in HOA MLS# 95338 $747,000

Rare Property with water. Two acequia’s cross this 10.80 acre property. Water, views, trees, meadowlands an privacy on this lush parcel of land bordering the National Forest.

Great place for the horses or a farm!

MLS# 95870 $106,000

Perched on a Knoll and just above the hike down to Manby Hot Springs and the Rio Grande sits this custombuilt, poured-earth contemporary home on over 14 acres of pinon and juniper. A sweet retreat with thoughtful attention to details.

Stunning location and super-efficient home.

MLS# 96019 $517,000

Sweet in Seco

4 Acres Hondo Seco Rd.

El Salto Cottage

Turnkey Home in Seco– Peaceful location with 3BD/2BA. Bright & open kitchen/living/dining area and an office or den.

Stunning views from inside and also from the east and west decks. Minutes to Arroyo Seco, Taos Ski Valley & Town.

Priced to sell!

MLS# 96412 $249,000

Des Montes beauty sitting right on the Hondo Seco Road with utilities on road. 3.99 acres bordering Taos Pueblo land with easy access to both the Town and taos Ski Valley. 360 degree views.

Pinon, Juniper and fantastic views!

MLS# 95161 $199,000

Storybook home in the woods with privacy and breathtaking views. Situated on 1.5 acres on the highly desirable Walking Rain Road. Minutes from the quaint village of Arroyo Seco, the Taos Ski Valley & Town.

How sweet it is!

MLS# 96272 Reduced to $345,000

Artistic Home in the Trees

Details, details, details- that’s what you’ll find in this custom home and guest quarters. With over 6,000 square feet, you’ll still feel cozy. Stunning environment surrounded by evergreens, eagles & those famous Taos sunsets & rainbows..

Majestic Views, Privacy & Serenity!

MLS# 93959 Reduced to $899,000

El Salto Land

Views Galore from this pastoral parcel in desirable El Salto. One beautiful irrigated acre with panoramic views. Great location between the Town of Taos and The Taos Ski Valley.

Prime home site in a lush setting!

MLS# 95734 Reduced to $125,000

Rustic Cabin in Seco

Cute Fixer-Upper– Functional, but needs some work. The cabin and a barn sit on 1.32 acres of lush irrigated valley land just off the Hondo Seco Road. Well, septic, irrigation and natural gas.

Call me to see this one!

MLS# 96136 Reduced to $159,000

Evan Blish

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‘A people pleaser by nature’ One rarely thinks of bartending and selling real estate as jobs that have much in common – even in as eclectic and unconventional a place as Taos.

T

ypically around this neck of the woods, tending bar is a job you get so you can earn enough money to do something else — like skiing. If it turns out you can pour a good drink, can run a cash register and enjoy chattin’ up the clientele, then you’re likely to get steady gig – and hopefully a work schedule that doesn’t interfere with the good stuff.

Real estate, on the other hand, is rarely (if ever) a sidelight around here. It’s something you do as a profession, with an eye toward building not only a business but also a future nest egg. It means lots of time at the office or out in the field – more work than play.

The hours are never regular, you are on call pretty much all the time, and the work can definitely interfere with the good stuff.

However, like many things in Taos, there’s an exception to the rule here.

Evan Blish began bartending at the St. Bernard in Taos Ski Valley in the mid-1970s. In 1984, he started a real estate company, Piñon Investments. And, more than three decades later, Blish is still helping folks buy or sell real estate, and serving up a cold one at the end of the ski day at “The St. B.” Curious about how this all came about, Enchanted Homes got Blish talking recently about the two worlds of work in which he so readily exists and flourishes.

ENCHANTED HOMES: You worked at the St. Bernard before opening your real estate business. How did you get started in the bar business?

EVAN BLISH: After I graduated from University of Virginia, I took off to Verbier, Switzerland, and spent a year washing dishes in a French restaurant. Got lots of skiing and waited on a few tables, too.

When I returned to the U.S., my choice was go home to Indianapolis and become a lawyer or head West, which I did.

When I got to Taos, I ran into Tony Bryan in Taos Ski Valley.

He sold real estate, managed rental properties and had the Hertz franchise. I guess that’s where I got my first taste of real estate.

Tony introduced me to Jean Mayer, owner of the St. Bernard, who hired me to wash dishes. As luck would have it, Jean’s pastry chef/ bartender had just retired, so I slid over into the bar. Soon, bar manager Steve White went off to open The Brett House near the Old Blinking Light, and I became manager.

EH: What is it about the St. Bernard that has kept you there for so long.?

EB: First of all, working with Jean Mayer. I can’t overemphasize how much he had helped me achieve the success I’ve had in Taos.

He’s such a fine, friendly man who opened many doors for me.

The beauty of working there is I had the financial freedom to pursue real estate. The ideal day is work the morning down below at the real estate office, get a few powder turns in after noon and then be a bar manager for the evening.

EH: What is it about bartending and managing that appeals to you?

EB: I’m a people pleaser by nature. The service business can become addictive. And, as the bar manager, I do all the ordering, booking entertainers, scheduling work shifts – things I’ve come to really enjoy. So combine those things with Jean and it’s become lasting and enduring. The people who come to the bar are happy and engaging because they’ve been having a good time skiing, so keeping them content is usually pretty easy.

Plus, the job is a finite thing. It only lasts three-and-a-half months, and I typically work après-ski to closing. One of the primary reasons I keep doing it is that it’s short-term every year.

And, of course, it gets me on the hill.

EH: How do real estate and bartending match up?

EB: I don’t do any real business at the bar. It’s more about developing relationships. People who come to the St. Bernard stay for a week, and they come by the bar a lot. It’s different than meeting a client at the office. There’s time for superficial chatter, time to establish initial relationships, to let them get to know me.

Hopefully, some real estate business follows.

Another thing is that I have gotten to know other business people in Taos who come to the bar. Much of my real estate business is through referrals, and they’ve helped with that. And, of course, the St. Bernard has augmented all of that.

I think people overestimate the amount of business I do at the bar.

Real estate is not an easy business, not something that happens in an evening. I get exposure at the St. Bernard and then go to work down below.

EH: How long can we expect to see you behind the bar at the St. Bernard and at your desk at Piñon Investments?

EB: I’m still having fun at 63, so you’re going to see me at both jobs for a while. Of course, when there’s a powder day, all bets are off.

Piñon Investments of Taos, Evan Blish, Broker. Phone: (575) 776-8106. Website: pinoninvestmentsoftaos.com. e-mail: pinoneb@newmex.com.

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Rachel Singer

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Associate Broker 575-613-3027 rachels@taosnet.com 314A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 BHHSTaosRealEstate.com • 575 758 1924 • 800 530 8899

Near Weimer

Must See Views!

3BD/1BA, near town, hospital, and public transportation. Well maintained, with open floor plan, covered patio, and private yard with fruit trees. Lovely mountain views. $184,900 MLS 95005

6.78 acre lot overlooking the Arroyo Hondo valley. Huge views of Taos Mtn., a short hike to the Rio Grande Gorge.

Small hogan with propane heat/lights, plus utility shed. $109,000 MLS 96255

Blueberry Hill

Build Here

1.58ac Outstanding building site in established neighborhood with great views of Taos Mountain and famed sunsets. Utilities at lot. Conveniently located between town and Taos Ski Valley. MLS 96280 $89,000

GREAT building site for your dream home just a short hike from the Rio Pueblo. 360 degree views of mtns & sunsets. Well share in place, good neighborhood & covenants.

Each lot $70,000. MLS 95095 / 95096

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314A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 BHHSTaosRealEstate.com • 575 758 1924 • 800 530 8899

Cozy 1BD/1BA with attached greenhouse. Thoughtful touches throughout, high ceilings allow light to enter, passive solar, and wood burning stove. A sweet find in Tres Piedras, with Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs, outdoor activities, Taos and Taos Ski Valley nearby.

MLS 96426 $135,000

Charming Cabin Expansive views, gorgeous sunsets and light. Exquisite building site for those looking to experience the contrast of Taos’ high desert to the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Close to Manby Hot Springs and Taos Mesa Brewing, still not too far from Taos Ski Valley and Town. MLS 96398 $95,000

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Judy Follmar | store manager, merchandiser and head interior designer at Taos Lifestyle

3 What is your design philosophy? It is simple. I’ve always said, jokingly, ‘I can put together what I think is a perfect room, but if you can’t live in it, then it doesn’t do either one of us any good!’ This can usually be avoided by asking lots of questions, listening well, and then offering my ideas.

4 Taos Lifestyle is a complete home furnishing center that offers free design services. As a designer there, what do you enjoy most in your work? I feel blessed and grateful to be able to work with such a great team. At Taos Lifestyle, we all work together to create a warm, friendly, informative and fun experience for our customers. I enjoy helping people sleep better and create spaces that are pleasing to the eye and that make them feel comfortable.

Whether it’s furnishing a whole house for a second-home owner or choosing the right recliner, lamp or something as simple as placemats, it’s fun to see the light in someone’s eye when we get it just right.

5 What’s your favorite styling element? I like bringing inside natural elements from our beautiful exterior landscape. I like to work with soft sage greens, the lavenders and terra cottas of our sunsets, the warm brown textures of stone and aged wood, shades of pine and juniper, the gold and rust shades of our mountains in the fall, and of course, the periwinkle and turquoise colors of our amazing blue skies.

6 What makes a home “happy”? I believe love makes a happy home. To me, it’s about the people and pets who inhabit it. It’s also very important to create spaces that are in harmony with a client’s lifestyle. Passing by a favorite piece of art or an heirloom photo or antique in your home can bring you joy. Coming home to your favorite comfy chair in front of the fire can put a smile on your face. Sitting on your porch in the summertime, watching the sunset with your best friend … That’s a happy home to me.

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1 What are the most important things to consider before decorating a room? Before I begin to decorate any room or area, I consider what the end use or various uses of the room will be and who will be using it. The clients’ wishes and needs must be met and it has to look great and work well. I then plan the room, considering traffic flow and natural light. I always keep in mind the client’s preference in colors, floor and window coverings, textures, lighting, and comfort levels.

2 What are your must-haves for a living room? It varies, depending again on how the room will be used. But I can say that, no matter what the end use will be, all living rooms need comfortable, functional seating, appropriate lighting, at least one main focal point, and a great ambience.

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personal style is eclectic: bohemian/shabby chic meets Southwest.

I’m a bit of a collector. I’ve been working in the design field since 1980 and over the years I’ve acquired some special pieces I’d always like to keep. So they’re mixed in with some Southwest art and pottery, some family antiques and comfortable upholstery.

8 You and Mary “Mattress Mary” Domito just came from the Winter 2015 Las Vegas Market. Any new ideas or tips you got there you would like to share? It is a very exciting time for all of us at Taos Lifestyle. We are opening a new store, Alamosa Home, in Alamosa, Colorado this coming May. Mattress Mary and I focused most of our energy selecting the inventory for that store.

We have purchased a container of fine-crafted Indian hardwood furniture, now available at Taos Lifestyle. The new lighting and accessories we selected are arriving daily.

9 What is new in your mattress department? We are showing Lifestyle bases that can be adjusted for reading, sleep apnea, low back pain, and just generally, sleeping better. For those of us who prefer a more natural sleeping environment, all-natural latex, organic cotton and wool mattresses will be arriving soon. Also, reclining sofas, that are as good-looking as they are comfortable, will be here in the next few weeks. The industrial/reclaimed materials look is very strong right now. I think it mixes well with our eclectic, sometimes funky, Taos life style.

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Pueblo style two story on Liebert St. Completely fenced back yard with deck & trees. Satillo floors, wood counter tops. Large fireplace in living room with a separate dining area that opens up to the back yard. The 2nd floor bedroom could serve as a studio and has its own bath.

Large master bedroom with doors opening to the deck. $320,000 MLS 96423.

A large log cabin located in pretty valley setting. Vaulted ceilings in the living area with large fireplace. Great room with open kitchen. Two bedrooms downstairs with one bath. Large loft area overlooking living room with separate bedroom and bath that opens up into a family room. Lots of space in this cabin with open views and lovely mountain valley. $330,000 MLS 96419

Large 4BR/2BA family home with oversized living room with large picture windows and 2 car garage.

Sunken family room, kitchen with lots of counter tops and new range & oven, pergo floors, master bedroom with bath. Views from entire home located off Lower Colonias Rd. $219,900 MLS 96387

Enjoy dramatic views of the Pecos from this mountain home in the small community of Las Trampas. This home is composed of two attached frame houses with two kitchens which can be used as single family or duplex. Spacious two car garage and wonderful sunroom. Beautifully landscaped yard with irrigation ditch running below the house $125,000. MLS 94928

House is a Homesteps property located in Canon. It is a 2 bedroom, 1 bath home with old adobe charm. It has tile floors and vigas. Arched walkway in living area. Old time charm. Nice, sunny work area on the enclosed back porch mechanical room. $50,000 MLS 96301

A jewel in the central business crown. High traffic and visibility with adjacent Town of Taos public parking.

This building has incubated many businesses over the last 30 years and still is! Located at the end of Bent Street. $895,000 MLS 90048

Live your dream, own and operate a ski lodge with 10 suites right next to the premier ski destination of Taos Ski Valley which is quickly changing and growing. Taos Ski Valley is a destination for people who love to snow board, ski, rock climb or just wanting a great summer or winter vacation. Separate private owner’s quarters with fireplace and 2 bedrooms. MLS 96137 $1,375,000

Enjoy dramatic view of the Pecos from this mountain home in the small community of Las Trampas. This home is composed of two attached frame houses with two kitchens which can be used as single family or duplex. Spacious two car garage and wonderful sunroom. Beautifully landscaped yard with irrigation ditch running below the house. $125,000. MLS 94928

One of the most visible commercial buildings in the heart of Taos one block from the historic Taos plaza. Building is suited for various commercial uses including art gallery, traditional commercial or related operations and much more. Building is partitioned to accommodate various commercial types. Parking on Paseo del Publo Sur and Quesnel. $995,000 MLS 95861

3 bedroom 2 bath attached 2 car garage in El Valle Escondido. Golf, hike fish - clubhouse HOA fee $1,300/ year includes water, trash, road maintenance. Installed electric “invisible dog fence” around the perimeter of the property. $299,900 MLS 94790

Charming pueblo style vacation home, or starter for later additions! Perfect for single, couple or the future family! One bedroom, one bath townhouse on natural gas. Laundry room. One third acre lot means room for future expansion. One car carport with large exterior storage closet, extra parking. Restrictions.

Utility costs are low. Close to town, shopping and medical services. Great views, quiet neighborhood $169,000 MLS 95813

Great 2 bedroom, 1 bath starter home in the Vista Linda Subdivision on 1.23 acres. Wonderful features - kiva fireplace, vigas, latillas and more. $189,000 MLS 93972

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InsideOut Red Arrow Emporium Inc., the most beautiful furniture showroom in New Mexico. We are the place for fine furniture, fine lighting, and flooring. We offer the largest selection of American-made sofas, chaise sectionals, chaises, loveseats and ottomans, in leather, fabric and ultra-suede. Pictured is one of our fabulous Americanmade swivel rocking chairs from classic leather, and one of our contemporary red leather sofas, with over 100 styles! You’ve been to the rest, now come to the best! Located 2 miles North of Taos Plaza on the main highway. Phone (575) 758-0540. Like us on Facebook!

Taos Lifestyle is your source for fine home furnishings. Find every style from contemporary to traditional and rustic. Fine furniture brands like La-Z-Boy, American Leather, Norwalk and Riverside are in stock and available to special order. An exciting new selection of Indian solid hardwood dining tables and occasional pieces, just arrived. Rugs, lighting, bedding, accessories and occasional pieces finish off your look. Design service is available. Taos Lifestyle has the largest selection of mattresses in Northern New Mexico from Serta, Tempurpedic and more. Delivery and set up are available throughout the area. Find Taos Lifestyle in the Albertson’s Shopping Center @ 710 Paseo del Pueblo Sur 575-758-5885. Shop online @ Taoslifestyle.com Open 7 days a week.

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In Town Compound on Quesnel St. Just listed three units on .58 acres, everything zoned CBD. One two story with 1bed/1bath upstairs and and 2beds/2bath downstairs. All adobe with fireplaces in both. The neighboring 1bed/1bath home is adobe too and features 2 fireplaces. 3185 sq/ft. One block from the Plaza. MLS# 95209 $743,000.

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1.09 acre zoned R4 with frontage on Ranchitos Rd and Santistevan Lane.

Close to the Plaza location for your next perfect home or maybe four developed homesites. MLS# 95633 / $150,000.00

Las Cordovas - Rio Pueblo frontage with irrigation rights. 7.25 acres, power phone and well on site. This land could be farmed again as it once was. Priced to sell.

MLS# 96159 / $193,000.00

Country Club Lot 63 - 3.00 acres on Baird Drive. Still the lowest priced country club lot.

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Enjoy wide open views & peaceful living in this cozy 3BD/2BA home.

Large windows for maximum light & solar heating. Watch spectacular sunsets from back porch. Fully fenced yard. MLS 91887 $224,000

3-ac Lot in Weimer with spectacular views of the Taos valley and Taos mountains. Utilities available at or very near the lot. You can’t beat this site for building your dream home! MLS 95120 $189,000

2bd/3.5 ba home close to golf course and country club. Two lots combined. Open living space, comfortable and cozy. Beautiful yard with Aspen and fir trees; fenced dog pen in back. MLS 86748 $265,000

1.16-ac lot in Ski Rio Subdivision overlooking the only meadow in the area with spectacular views of forest and wild life.

Gated community with private security and Volunteer Fire Dept. MLS 95186 $40,000

Enjoy serene living on this prime 1.83-ac Taos Canyon lot. Watch the deer and elk graze in the wide open pastures below. Remote, yet easy access with electricity at the lot.

MLS 82853 $47,900

Grab this absolutely gorgeous 20-ac parcel with wide open unobstructed views of the mesa west of Taos and the Taos Mountains to the east. Only about 3-miles from the Rio Grande River. MLS 94793 $70,000

A golfer’s dream. Build your home overlooking the #6 Tee Box on the Angel Fire golf course with the dramatic mountain-scape behind. Minutes to Country Club, tennis, lake, and skiing. MLS 95976 $94,500

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Just minutes from town - enjoy “country-like” living. You will love this one. MLS 95406 $280,000

Restaurant or Retail. Breath-taking views of the Taos Mountains from back patio, with gardens & a pond.

If you can dream it, they will come.

Includes 1300+/- sq ft 2-bed 1-bath home. MLS 95149 $529,000

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Space available for lease as well. MLS 94952 $690,000

Large 1 or 2BD/2BA condo, full kitchen with all appliances, private covered parking, private storage room, & private courtyard. North end of Taos convenient to town or the Ski Valley. MLS 79448 $129,999

Investment potential - Four units available as all in one sale or a combination of 1 & 2 or 2 &3 can be sold. Unit 4 can be sold individually. Town and Taos Spa area.

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Great 0.85-ac lot with dbl-wide mfd homes allowed. Easy access to Hwy 68. Wide open views of the valley and mountains. 2 lots available to choose from. MLS 94275 and 94276 - each available for $47,500

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Beautiful in town 1.09 acre site for your home or as many as 4 sites for a development project. MLS 95633 Offered for $150,000

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SPRING/SUMMER 2015

Los Jardineros to celebrate artists and gardens

BY TERESA DOVALPAGE PHOTOS COURTESY OF LOS JARDINEROS GARDEN CLUB

Weimer Home from the 2013 Home and Garden Tour.

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Los Jardineros Garden Club of Taos, known for its efforts to beautify the community, will honor Taos’ artistic legacy this summer.

The organization will dedicate its annual fundraising event, the Garden and Home Tour, to celebrate the centenary of the Taos Society of Artists.

“Their influence put Taos and the Southwest on the art-world map,” said Cyndee Gustafson, current club president.

Organizing a tour The Garden Club has been in existence since 1949 and today has around a hundred members.

The self-guided Home and Garden Tour is held the first Saturday in August, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets sales begin the first days of July, but the tour planning starts much earlier.

Club members Kathy Fortner and Lucile Grieder are responsible for selecting the featured venues.

“First we identity a property that we would like to showcase, then we visit the homeowners and find out if they are interested on being part of the event,” said Fortner. “It is a big commitment for them. We have had from 600 to 800 visitors in the one day that the tour lasts.”

Participating homeowners receive complimentary Garden Club memberships.

“We also select a couple of restaurants that have a buffet available, prearranged for the tour members, so they don’t have to spend a long time waiting in line,” said Fortner. “It’s a way to make it special, and a more festive day for the tour goers, since many of them come from out of town. Last year we had people from six states.”

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Visitors can tour the houses and admire the gardens, the home design and the owners’ creativity.

“Sometimes the homeowners leave the property,” said Fortner. “But last year some of them decided to stay and had a lovely time talking to the visitors.”

The day of the tour, the Club has over 120 volunteers showing the venues and helping visitors find parking spaces.

“We also make sure that the houses are left in the same or better condition than we found them,” Fortner said. “And we definitely appreciate the people who open their homes and gardens for our tour.”

Beautifying the community It is a big effort, but the single-day tour can raise several thousand dollars. All the money is put back into the community, distributed to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions.

“The proceeds go toward beautification or education grants,” said Fortner. “We have built hoop houses in several schools and planted fruit trees at Enos García (Elementary School). We have also made improvements in local museums.”

Valverde Home from the 2014 Home and Garden Tour.

The new courtyard of the Taos Youth and Family Center was partly funded through a Garden Club grant.

The 2015 venues This year the tour will feature four homes that belong to active artists, plus the Sierra Vista Cemetery.

“It is quite unusual to have a cemetery included in the tour,” said Fortner, “but many of the Taos Society of Artists’ founding members are buried there. It was recently refurbished by a dedicated group of volunteers and the Garden Club sent a ‘weed patrol’ so we thought it was a neat idea to make it part of the tour.”

Tours of the cemetery will be available too.

As for the homes, one of them has several petroglyphs on the land. Fortner and Grieder plan to invite members of the Taos Archaeological Society to visit the venue and offer information about the petroglyphs.

“I am sure that visitors will enjoy this part of the event,” said Grieder.

“We have never done that before.”

The homeowner is a watercolorist who, with her late husband, founded the National Society of Watercolor Artists. There will be members of the local Watercolor Society painting on her home and garden during the tour.

Apple House from the 2014 Home and Garden Tour.

“We always have the participation of plein air painters,” said Fortner, “but this year it will be particularly important since we are honoring artists.”

Another home is an old adobe with a vineyard, located in the center of town. It will feature the work of an acrylic artist.

The third one is a colorful home on Ledoux Street.

“It is a unique place, considering that the Taos Society of Artists was originally located in that area,” said Grieder.

The fourth home belongs to a metal artist who also paints. It has extensive gardens that have grown over the years.

“Every house is different,” said Fortner. “Each one has its own character, but they all play into our theme: ‘Artists who garden.’

Visiting them is bound to be a memorable experience that will reflect the importance of art in Taos.”

Tickets are $ 20 in advance, $ 25 the day of the tour. With the ticket, visitors get a brochure with directions to the different venues.

To find out more about Los Jardineros Garden Club visit its website www.gardencluboftaos.org.

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DIY BUDGETFRIENDLY IDEAS TO GIVE YOUR HOME A SPRING MAKEOVER

BY TERESA DOVALPAGE

If you want to give your home a lift for the spring, here are a few DIY projects that are simple and rather inexpensive, yet can dramatically change the look and feel of your property, inside and outside.

A better backyard “When I think of projects that can be completed in a weekend or two, the first thing that comes to my mind is building a deck,” said Sean Walker, general manager at Rio Grande Ace Hardware. “There are many resources online and we also have a number of publications available in the store to help people design a deck. You can learn from how to build the frame to the best way to install beams and posts.”

The first step is choosing the materials. The most important ones, Walker said, are concrete for support, weather-resistant and pressure-treated lumber, and fasteners or deck screws.

“Pressure-treated lumber is now available in red,” Walker said. “It used to be only green, because of the chemical products used to treat it, but the new red ones are more attractive.”

After the deck is built, the wood should be stained to prolong its life. A transparent wood stain will show off its natural beauty and texture, while a solid color can be used to hide blemishes and add vibrancy.

“Once the deck is finished, you can top it off with a Weber grill and patio furniture,” said Walker. “A big umbrella is always a good option in the desert. And wind chimes also enhance the décor.”

Photo by Teresa Dovalpage

Building flower containers is also a great way to brighten up a deck, a yard or even a balcony. If you hollow out the inside of an old log, it turns into the perfect spot to plant flowers and give a “rustic” look to the backyard or garden.

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“The frames can be made out of pressure-treated wood, bricks, or stones,” said Walker. “You can get very creative here.”

A self-contained water feature, like a bubbling vase or a small fountain, can add a soft sound and plenty of character to the deck.

“If you get more ambitious, you can also build a ramada, which can be easily incorporated into any backyard area,” said Walker. “A ramada requires the same materials used for a deck, plus lattice and brick or patio pavers to build a path.”

The ramada can support climbing plants like roses or honeysuckle. It also serves as a good anchor for a hammock.

“After all this hard work, you deserve a break!” said Walker.

Create a bird-friendly habitat Attracting birds to your backyard or garden is another quite easy weekend project.

“Birds need food, water, and shelter,” said Walker. “If you provide them with all that, they will come and you will enjoy amicable neighbors around during the spring and summer, and maybe the rest of the year.”

If you already have a fountain, it can double as a source of water.

For food, the easiest way is to install a birdfeeder, but growing certain plants will attract birds and beautify the area at the same time.

“Chokecherries, currants, echinacea, and elderberries are all good options,” Walker said. “Perennials can be planted in pots, while elderberries and currants should be on the ground.”

Since hummingbirds love nectar, a hummingbird feeder never fails to attract them. But to provide these tiny birds with an extra incentive to hang around, plant columbines, impatiens, and petunias.

“They are fond of bright red, purple, white, and pink flowers,” said Walker.

Interior improvement: molding and painting At Randall Lumber & Hardware they have “everything to build everything,” said Hilario Serrano, director of marketing and advertising.

“Spring is the perfect time to do indoor home improvements,” he said. “After people spend so many hours indoors during the winter months, they start noticing that the whole house, or at least certain rooms, can benefit from an upgrade.”

He suggests molding as an easy solution to refresh the look of a room.

“Moldings are very versatile, inexpensive and easy to install,” he said, “and we have an ample selection of them.”

Freshly painted walls make a home feel newer, brighter and cleaner.

“Solid colors and finishes are great enhancers,” said Serrano. “A new coat of paint can instantly transform a ‘tired’ space. Here at Randall’s we have state-of-the-art equipment to help you paint, from brushers, rollers and sprayers to drop cloths and masking. We can also help you choose the right wall paint finish. Just pass by and ask us.”

Rio Grande Ace Hardware is located at 1381 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Phone: 575-758-4268 or 223 Paseo del Pueblo Sur #1 Phone: 575-751-2061 www.riograndeacehardware.com Randall Lumber & Hardware is located at 315 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Phone: 758-2271

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People move to Taos for a variety of reasons, but among them is the chance to live in a great in-town location that allows you to take advantage of the many cultural amenities that take place in the heart of town. With two bedrooms, two baths, 1113 square feet, and a smart split floor plan, this roomy condo is perfectly positioned to fit the bill. A kiva fireplace in the living room, beam and tongueand-groove ceilings, tile floors, and Talavera tile countertops and shower surrounds mean plenty of timeless Southwest appeal, but 2005 construction guarantees contemporary convenience. There’s a sweet private courtyard, a covered portal, and additional storage.

Walk to historic Taos Plaza, shops, restaurants, galleries, museums, and more — and you’re only a short drive from skiing, hiking, fishing, and all the other outdoor activities for which Taos is renowned.

Located on the top floor of the luxurious Plaza West building, this two-bedroom condo is all you could ever want. Kitchen features custom-colored cabinetry with glass-tile backsplash, two skylights, and quality cabinets with full extension drawers. Open dining/ great rooms with spacious balcony overlooking Grizzly Peak & surrounding hills. The master suite has unparalleled views of the city and mountains and an additional private balcony with pergola.

Spa-like bathroom has dual vanities, custom sconces, jetted tub, roomy shower. Second bedroom has incredible views, custom sconces, and easy access to the guest bathroom. Security monitors at the residence entry and inside the home, plus security cameras throughout the building. Underground parking, temperature controlled storage.

Contact: Page Sullivan Page Sullivan Group Coldwell Banker Lota Realty, Inc. Telephone: 575-758-7890 page@taoshomepage.com

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eldom seen in Taos just 20 years ago, water features have steadily become a mainstay of landscape design — a testament to the allure of water in a desert climate.

A web search will reveal a huge range of water features, from swimmable ponds stocked with koi to tiny dripping units you can park on a desktop. But most of the action lies In between: there are the traditional round Moorish “fountains” seen so often in hacienda courtyards, or the typical natural-looking pools with a bit of white water and a few aquatic plants. A contemporary preference might be for a Zen-like boulder with water quietly coursing down to a gravel bed covering the catch basin below.

Surprisingly, many homeowners don’t know how ponds and fountains work. So, here’s a primer.

First you need a basin for the water – often a prefab black polyethylene tub set into the earth, or for larger installations a hole lined with EPDM pond liner. A circulation pump, large or small, is placed in the basin – a waterfall will require a bigger pump to lift the water even a couple of feet higher. Fill the basin with water, plug in the pump – ¡mira!

Those are the basics – but, as always, it’s the details that will deliver

a beautiful living water effect. The art begins by finding stones that complement your landscape but also look like they may have come from the banks of a stream.

Placing them is equally important: bedding them in the earth as if they’d been there for a century or two … leaving spaces into which plants can grow and, of course, selecting plants that really belong on the banks of a desert or forest pool.

In the case of a waterfall or cascade, the stones not only have to step up “naturally” – they also have to provide the right flow of white water and, importantly, the right sound. This takes a little trial and error: sometimes it takes adding or moving a stone or two to “tune” the sound.

Pond builders are aware of many fine points. If you want to keep koi, the pool has to be deep enough (minimum 4 feet) to let the fish winter over. If you want flowering water lilies, you’ll need a shallower shelf that will retain enough earth (either loose or potted).

Next, to maintain sparkling water rather than an algae-ridden swamp, there should be a filter and a pump to match. You’ll probably have to add an algaecide a twice per season.

Top: This pond with its small waterfall is the centerpiece of an edible landscape of strawberries, raspberries, grapes, peaches and serviceberries. Bottom: When design clients presented the challenge of where to place this self-contained copper fountain, it didn’t take long to see that it should go in a high profile nicho on their entry portal.

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Water can be supplied manually by a garden hose, or automatically with a little float valve fed by half-inch black tubing. (Here’s a simple shortcut: a quarter-inch drip irrigation tube with a regulating valve will squirt water into the pool every time the watering cycle kicks on).

A special delight is how much wildlife is attracted to even a small pool.

Within days of filling my pond – smack in the middle of a dry piñonjuniper forest – a frog miraculously moved in, croaking loudly for a mate (only to call in a raccoon instead — bye-bye froggie). We see tons of birds, a resident garter snake, and the tracks of nocturnal visitors. A latilla fence keeps out the neighborhood dogs, but it’s no obstacle to the bears that come for a drink in late summer as they dumpster-dive.

However, from a green perspective, water features present problems.

If you’re the dark green type who religiously saves lettuce spinner rinse water for houseplants, then water features aren’t for you. Water inevitably evaporates, especially in the splashing of waterfalls – and of course there is the pump’s electrical consumption as well.

To mitigate power and water loss, content yourself with a small installation, covering the pool with metal mesh and a layer of gravel and installing a solar fountain pump capable of producing a modest flow of water. If you must go big, only a full-blown photovoltaic system can power a big pump. As for water loss, the best recourse is the Aquascape water catchment system (available in Taos from Maddox Outdoor Solutions).

Vishu Magee has designed homes in Taos for 40 years and is available to assist with your project at www.vishumagee.com Top Right: Part water feature, part altar, this installation feels like it’s been part of the surrounding aspen grove for a century rather than a decade. Bottom Right: A small pool and waterfall entertain with sound even when obscured by the profusion of perennial flowers. The courtyard wall made the installation extremely easy – just a few hours start-to-finish.

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CERRO

To Costilla & Colorado

El Norte

QUESTA

RED RIVER

SAN CRISTÓBAL

To Tres Piedras & Chama

ARROYO HONDO

ELIZABETHTOWN

TAOS SKI VALLEY

VALDEZ EL SALTO

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GET TO KNOW THE ENCHANTED CIRCLE

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 COUNTRY CLUB, STAKEOUT AREA

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

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

BLUEBERRY HILL An area of sagebrush mesas, which 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 yearround 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

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

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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COMMUNITY PROFILE The boundaries of Taos County stretch from the Colorado border on the north to the Cañon del Río Grande on the south. Containing 2,203 square miles, the 7,000-foot high Taos valley is bounded in the east by soaring Sangre de Cristos of the southern Rockies, and in west by the lower Tusas Range. The terrain crosses a half-dozen ecological zones, from high-alpine tundra to sage grasslands; thus, weather is often localized. The Río Grande carves a deep gorge down the center of the valley, which is dotted with old volcanic cones and necks.

Tribal members of Picuris Pueblo have lived above the Río Pueblo near Peñasco for centuries.

Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited settlement in the United States and the northernmost of the 19 Rio Grande Pueblos.

Pueblo history traces back some 1,000 years – centuries before the first Europeans arrived in the late 1500s. These conquistadors claimed the land for Spain, and soon Spanish and Mexican land grantees settled in the Taos area. Ancestral acequias still divert water from seven watersheds along the Sangre de Cristo front into pastures, fields and orchards.

Roughly 50 percent of Taos County’s 1,444,480 acres is federal land, primarily U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management. About 38 percent of the county is private. Native Americans own 4.3 percent, and state lands make up 6.7 percent.

Federal lands accommodate hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, ATV and snowmobiling, hunting and fishing. Golfers tee off at Taos Country Club and Valle Escondido; skiers and snowboarders carve up Taos Ski Valley and Sipapu Ski Area.

Government jobs predominate in the local economy and, in the last several decades, tourism has replaced agriculture as a primary economic driver. Real estate and home construction provide revenues and jobs. Visitors come to experience the

tri-culture atmosphere, the hundred-mile views and adobe stylings – and many return for good.

The county is home to a significant number of retirees, many of whom have already purchased second homes. It is also home to several off-the-grid communities west of the Río Grande, including the Earthships of the Greater World Community.

TOWNS, VILLAGES & SETTLEMENTS Incorporated (population): Taos (5,676), Questa (1,760), Red River (475), Taos Ski Valley (69) Unincorporated: Amalia, Arroyo Seco, Costilla, Ojo Caliente, Pilar, Peñasco, Ranchos de Taos, Talpa, Tres Piedras, Valdez Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research

POPULATION Estimated 2012 population: 33,114 Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research

PUEBLOS Taos Pueblo: Sovereign government, governor with nine members, war chief with 12 members, all serving one-year terms: www.taospueblo.com Picuris Pueblo: Sovereign government, governor serves two-year term: www.newmexico.org/picuris

WORKFORCE STATISTICS (2013) Civilian labor force: 16,622 Employed: 15,130 Unemployed: 1,491 Unemployment Rate: 9.0 percent

Photo by Katharine Egli

TAOS COUNTY AGRICULTURE

Number of farms: 637 Total farmland: 456,932 acres Average size: 717 acres Market value of ag products sold: $5,992,000 (61 percent livestock, 39 percent crops) Largest crops: Cattle/calves, hay/alfalfa Source: National Agricultural Statistics Service (2007)

TEMPERATURE Month

High

Low Precip. Inches

January

42

11

0.62

February

47

18

0.57

March

55

24

0.79

April

63

30

0.80

May

73

39

1.14

June

83

47

0.98

July

87

52

1.49

August

84

51

2.06

September

78

43

1.49

October

66

32

1.31

November

53

21

0.80

December

43

12

0.74

Average

65

32

1.06

Source: National Climatic Data Center

SAMPLE OF RENTAL PRICES

Total registered voters: 25,056 Democrats: 17,094 Republicans: 3,274 Declined to state: 3,748 Other: 940

(all prices are approximate) Small one-bedroom apartment near Plaza: $620-650 Two-bedroom adobe, Talpa: $810 Mid-range two-bedroom house, El Prado: $865 Two-bedroom condo with courtyard, Taos: $970 Three-bedroom house, Blueberry Hill: $1,245-1,350

Source: Bureau of Elections

Source: Kokopelli Property Management

Source: Department of Workforce Solutions

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TOWN OF TAOS COMMUNITY PROFILE The 5.4 square miles of incorporated town of Taos spread out beneath the shadow of Pueblo Peak (12,305), bounded roughly by the Río Lucero on the north and Río Grande de Ranchos on the south.

At 7,000 feet in elevation, Taos experiences winter lows in the single digits and summer highs in the low-90s.

Taos Puebloans inhabited the sage-piñon-juniper mountain front for several centuries before Spanish explorers arrived around 1600. Soon, Spanish settlers returned, armed with land grant decrees from the king. The central plaza became the hub of activity and the site of conflicts — often bloody — between the Spanish, natives and late-arriving Americans. Long isolated from the outside world, Taos began to grow in the 1960s with an influx of hippies to nearby communes, and continues to this day with young ski bums and rafters, and older retirees.

Commercial activity centers on the plaza area and along north and south ends of Paseo del Pueblo, the main thoroughfare. A popular home for Southwest artists, Taos boasts dozens of galleries, boutiques and craft shops – plus renowned studio tours, and art and crafts festivals. Dozens of restaurants serve up all variety of cuisine; the Northern New Mexico red-sauce dishes are renowned. Just south of town in Ranchos de Taos sits St. Francis de Asís Catholic Church, reputed to be the most-photographed church in America. The Catholic influence can be seen in the cemeteries, roadside descansos, and neighborhood churches called capillas and moradas.

The locals speak a patois of Castilian Spanish and English.

As the county seat, Taos is home to the county government and district courts. The U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management have a strong presence in town. On the outskirts of town, pastures, fields and gardens irrigated by ancestral acequias, extend out from the rivers and streams.

POPULATION Estimated Taos 2013: 5,731 Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research; U.S. Census Bureau

TAXES Gross Receipts Tax: 8.1875 percent Lodgers Tax: 5.00 percent Residential Tax Rate: 12.831-16.955 mills (depending on location) Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research; Taos County Assessor’s Office

SCHOOLS/HIGHER ED Taos Municipal School District: Taos Municipal School District: Ranchos Elementary, Enos García Elementary, Arroyos del Norte Elementary, Taos Middle School, Taos High School, Chrysalis Alternative School, Taos Charter School, Anansi Charter School, Taos Cyber Magnet, Vista Grande High School; Taos Integrated School for the Arts, Taos Academy Charter School, Taos Waldorf School; Taos International School; University of New Mexico-Taos, University of New Mexico Bachelor & Graduate Programs

PUBLIC RECREATION FACILITIES General: Taos Youth and Family Center, www.taosyouth.com, (575)758-4160, with game room, video games, swimming pool, ice rink;

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FORM OF GOVERNMENT Mayor and four-member town council, staggered four-year terms; town manager; www.taosgov.com

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Chile Line: local and area service, (575) 751-4459, www.taosgov.com/transportation/chile-line.php; North Central Regional Transit District: regional service, (505) 629-4725, www.ncrtd.org Taos Regional Airport: general aviation (575) 758-4995, www.taosairport.org

HEALTH SERVICES Holy Cross Hospital, (575) 758-8883, www.taoshospital.org; Taos Urgent Care, (575) 751-1006; Taos VA Clinic, (575) 751-0328.

DRIVING DISTANCES Santa Fe: 70 miles Albuquerque: 131 miles Denver: 287 miles Dallas: 674 miles Phoenix: 595 miles

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COMMUNITY PROFILE

TAOS SKI VALLEY

Taos Ski Valley sits at the head of the Río Hondo Canyon, surrounded by Carson National Forest in what is known as the La Cal Basin. The state’s highest peak, Wheeler Peak (13,167), rises to the east, and the ridge off Kachina Peak (12,481) sets the western boundary. The climate is montane and alpine, with winter lows below zero and summer highs in the 70s.

The economy of the area is dominated by Taos Ski Valley, a world-class winter sports mountain that is known for its steep trails and an average of 300 inches of snowfall. The basin first attracted settlement when gold and copper were discovered in the early 1900s.

Ski valley founder Ernie Blake put up the first ski lift in 1956. The Blake family owned the resort until 2013, when it sold the mountain and facilities to Louis Bacon, who has begun upgrades and renovations including the new Kachina Peak lift.

The base area, at 9,200 feet elevation, includes day and overnight facilities. The mountain has 15 lifts and 110 trails, with a total vertical drop of more than 3,000 feet.

SCHOOLS/HIGHER ED

None; area within Taos Municipal School District

PUBLIC RECREATION FACILITIES Hiking/Mountain Biking/X-C: Carson National Forest, www.fs.usda.gov/carson, (575) 758-6200; popular trails include Williams Lake Trail, Bull ‘O The Woods Trail, Gold Hill Trail, Yerba Canyon Trail, Gavilan Canyon Trail Fishing: Rio Hondo, Lake Fork

FORM OF GOVERNMENT

Majestic home located on the Hondo River! Modern and rusitc with casual elegance. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. Steps away from the new Pioneer Glade Lift!! Excellent construction and world class location. Water views and features are second to none with 3 decks and 1 large patio. Granite counters and quality appliances throughout the home. Great investment as vacant lots next door sold for $500,000.

MLS# 95840 .............$879,400 .............4BR / 4BA

Mayor and four-member village council, staggered four-year terms; village administrator

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Taos Chile Line www.taosgov.com (575) 751-4459 (Winter Only) Taos Express Winter Shuttle www.TaosExpress.com (575) 751-4459 (Winter Only)

The Village of Taos Ski Valley, incorporated in 1996, encompasses 2.3 square miles in the valley and administers municipal services, such as water, sewer and police.

TSV daily shuttle to Santa Fe and Albuquerque airports, (800) 776-1111 (Winter Only)

POPULATION

HEALTH SERVICES

Estimated Taos Ski Valley 2013: 69 yearround; up to 4,000 seasonal (winter)

Mogul Medical Urgent Care, open during ski season only; www.mogulmedical.com, (575) 776-8421

Source: Village of Taos Ski Valley Master Plan

HOME ON THE RIVER

CLOSE TO THE LIFT IN TAOS SKI VALLEY!

DRIVING DISTANCES

TAXES Gross Receipts Tax Rate: 8.6875 percent Lodgers Tax Rate: 5 percent Residential Property Tax: 21.978 mills Sources: UNM Bureau of Business & Economic Research; Taos County Assessor’s Office

Taos: 19 miles Santa Fe: 87 miles Albuquerque: 149 miles Denver: 297 miles Oklahoma City: 543 miles Dallas: 693 miles

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ANGEL FIRE

COMMUNITY PROFILE Angel Fire is located at an elevation of 8,382 feet above sea level in the high Moreno Valley of Colfax County. The climate mirrors the Rocky Mountain setting that includes some of the highest peaks in New Mexico. About 210 inches of snow typically fall on Angel Fire in the winter, and average temperatures range between zero and 30 degrees F. Summertime highs rarely exceed 80 degrees F., with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cool off midday temperatures.

Surrounded by U.S. National Forest and private ranches, the incorporated Village of Angel Fire covers 18,450 acres. The village includes the general aviation Colfax County Airport and the Angel Fire Ski & Golf Resort, a private membership community overseen by the Association of Angel Fire Property Owners.

The resort hasw more than a thousand private homes, a 500-acre ski and snowboard mountain, a championship golf course, country club, fishing lake and other amenities for member-landowners.

Non-members can pay to use most resort facilities.

A favored hunting ground for the Utes, the Moreno Valley grew in the 1860s with the discovery of gold. Ranching dominated the local scene until the 1960s, when the first ski runs of Angel Fire Resort were cut on Aqua Fria Peak.

Tourism fuels the local economy, although several large working ranches still operate in the area.

POPULATION

Fishing: Eagle Nest Lake State Park, (575) 377-1594; Cimarrón State Park, (575) 377-6271; Valle Vidal.

Estimated Angel Fire 2013: 1,178 year-round; approx. 2,000 summer

Athletics: Angel Fire Sports Complex – soccer, softball, rugby

Source: UNM Bureau of Business & Economic Research; local Realtors

FORM OF GOVERNMENT

TAXES

Village Council with four members and mayor, four-year, staggered terms: www.angelfirenm.gov

Gross Receipts Tax: 7.4375 percent Lodger’s Tax: 5.00 percent Sports & Recreation Fee: 2.4 percent Residential Tax Rate: 22.306 mills Source: N.M. Dept. of Revenue; Colfax County Assessor’s Office

SCHOOLS Cimarrón Municipal School District: Cimarrón Elementary/Middle School; Eagle Nest Elementary/Middle School; Cimarrón High School; Moreno Valley High School

PUBLIC RECREATION FACILITIES Hiking/Biking/Snowmobiling: Carson National Forest, www.fs.usda.gov/carson, (575) 758-6200; Cimarrón State Park, (575) 377-6271; Valle Vidal; popular trails including Sendoro and Bobcat Trails; Elliott Barker Trail Complex; Greenbelt Trails; Oeste Vista; Lake and Lady Slipper Trails

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HEALTH SERVICES Moreno Valley Health Care Clinic 11 Elliott Barker Road No. A (575) 377-3301 UltiMed Clinic Ski Patrol Building Angel Fire Ski Resort (open in winter only) (575) 377-1805

DRIVING DISTANCES Santa Fe: 92 miles Albuquerque: 154 miles Denver: 295 miles Dallas: 659 miles

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RED RIVER COMMUNITY PROFILE

The town of Red River nestles along the Red River, a mountain tributary to the Río Grande. The settlement sits at 8,750 feet elevation, surrounded

by Carson National Forest and the Sangre de Cristo mountains. The climate is montane and alpine, with winter lows below zero and summer highs in the 70s. Thunderstorms often roll through on summer afternoons.

Gold miners first settled the area in the mid-1800s.

These days, the local economy relies upon winter tourists who ski and snowboard, and summer tourists who come to hike, mountain bike, drive ATVs and relax in the cool temperatures. Some 1,200 seasonal homes house many of these visitors.

Red River Ski Area rises to the south of town with a vertical drop of 1,600 feet. The mountain includes 58 trails and six lifts on 290 acres, and typically attracts more than 120,000 ticket-buyers in a winter season. In the summer, lifts run for mountain bikers, hikers and sightseers.

For a fee, wintertime enthusiasts can explore the 21 miles of groomed skiing and snowshoeing trails at Enchanted Forest Cross Country and Snowshoe Area, located three miles east of town. In town, private rental services lease out snowmobiles and ATVs, and trail riding on horses is a popular summer activity.

The town of Red River administers municipal services for residents, visitors and nearly 200

businesses in the community. The town hosts a number of popular summertime events, beginning with the Memorial Day Motorcycle Rally that typically attracts more than 20,000 motorcyclists for the long weekend.

Hiking/Biking/ATV-Snowmobiling: Carson National Forest, www.fs.usda.gov/carson, (575) 758-6200; popular trails including Red River Nature Trail, Columbine Trail, Sawmill Park Trail, Middlefork Trail, Goose Creek Trail

POPULATION

Fishing: Red River; Town Ponds

Estimated Red River 2013: 482 year-round; approx. 4,000 seasonal Sources: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research; Red River Comprehensive Plan

TAXES Gross Receipts Tax: 8.4375 percent Lodgers Tax: 5 percent Residential Tax Rate: 13.337-19.479 mills (depending on location) Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research; Taos County Assessor’s Office

SCHOOLS/HIGHER ED Questa Independent School District: Red River Valley Charter School, Questa Elementary, Questa Middle School, Questa High School, Cimarrón School District: Eagle Nest Elementary, Eagle Nest Middle School, Cimarrón High School, Moreno Valley High School

PUBLIC RECREATION FACILITIES General: Brandenburg Park, Woerndle Park, Mallette Park,

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FORM OF GOVERNMENT Mayor/town council and town administrator, with mayor and four councilors serving four-year, staggered terms; www.redriver.org, (575) 754-2277

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Red River Miner’s Transit: free yearround service, with door-to-door service, redriver.org/public-transit, (575) 770-5959; town-operated heliport

HEALTH SERVICES Main Street Medical Clinic, 421 East Main St., (575) 754-6330: Family health and urgent care.

UltiMed Clinic (winter only), urgent care, in Lift House building of the Red River Ski Area, 200 A Pioneer Road; ultimed.com/pages/red.html, (575) 754-1773

DRIVING DISTANCES Taos: 36 miles Santa Fe: 106 miles Albuquerque: 165 miles Denver: 275 miles Dallas: 648 miles Oklahoma City: 511 miles

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Discover Questa Our affordable land attracts newcomers who enjoy an independent lifestyle. Our dramatic beauty has been rewarding generations.

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www.taosmls.com remax@newmex.com 575-758-5400

Linda Valaika, Associate Broker

COMPARISON OF 2014 - 2015 REAL ESTATE ACTIVITY January 1, 2014 - February 28, 2014 2015 2014 % of change Residential Sold Properties Average Sold Price Volume Sold Land Sold Properties Average Sold Price Volume Sold Multi-Family Sold Properties Average Sold Price Volume Sold

CURRENT REAL ESTATE ACTIVITY Current Residential Properties Average Listed Price Volume

196 $462,000 $90,500,000

Current Land Listings Average Listed Price Volume

317 $171,000 $54,100,000

23 255,000 5,900,000

20 328,000 6,551,000

13% -22% -10%

5 133,300 667,000

5 110,000 547,000

11% 22%

3 335,000 1,005,000

0 0 0

Current Multi-Family Listing Average Listed Price Volume

6 $496,000 $3,000,000

0 0 0

0 0 0

Current Commercial Listings Average Listed Price Volume

46 $613,000 $28,200,000

Commercial Sold Properties Average Sold Price Volume Sold

RATES ARE GOING UP. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE RATES WHILE YOU STILL CAN Fixed Interest Rates Loan Amount Monthly Payment* $200,000 $955.00 30 year Fixed Rate 4% $200,000 $1,442.00 15 year Fixed Rate 3.625% 5 year Adj. Rate

3.125%

$200,000

$857.00

*Rates quoted represent average rates without points and vary depending on credit score, loan size, and loan to value on conventional loans.

These statistics were obtained through data available from Taos County Board of Realtors. Rates provided courtesy of Wells Fargo Mortgage.

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QUESTA

COMMUNITY PROFILE The incorporated area of the Village of Questa encompasses 5.1 square miles around the confluence of the Red River (Río Colorado) and Cabresto Creek – both tributaries of the Río Grande. The area is bounded by the Latir massif of the southern Sangre de Cristo Range to the east – with Venado Peak (12,734 feet) as the highest – and the Guadalupe Mountains and the Río Grande Gorge to the west.

At 7,461 feet elevation, residents of Questa and the surrounding community experience at highdesert climate, with summer highs in the 80s and winter lows in the single digits.

Located between the San Luis Valley and Taos, Questa has long been a gateway for travelers heading north or south. The ancient trade route Kiowa Trail ran nearby, connecting tribes to the north with Río Grande Pueblos. Later, French fur traders used the route to reach the trading center in Taos and, in the 17th century, Hispanic land grantees settled in the area. Many land grant heirs still live on their original properties.

Agriculture has long been a mainstay of the Questa economy. Irrigation acequias draw water off the rivers and streams, and distribute it to hay, alfalfa and winter wheat fields surrounding the community. Raising sheep once dominated livestock production, but that enterprise has been largely been replaced by cattle ranching. Local forest traditions of wood gathering, piñon nut collection, grazing and hunting still persist.

In 2014, Chevron Mining closed its molybdenum operation and began reclamation of the Red River. In conjunction, Questa leaders have pushed to increase tourism in the scenic village, promoting fishing along the Red River and hiking in the mountains as the main attractions.

The village has opened a hiking trail from the village to the BLM’s Wild Rivers Recreation Area, which sits at the confluence of the Red River and Río Grande, and the downtown area has had a facelift. Passersby often pause in town to eat at a half-dozen restaurants that boast spicy Northern New Mexico cuisine.

Another attraction is the historic San Antonio de Padua church that is undergoing massive renovations, funding by local donations and performed by Questeños, after a wall collapsed and church leaders in Santa Fe considered closing it down.

POPULATION Estimated Questa 2013: 1,767 Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research

TAXES Gross Receipts Tax Rate: 8.1875 percent Residential Tax Rate: 17.220 mills Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research; Taos County Assessor’s Office

SCHOOLS/HIGHER ED Alta Vista Elementary and Intermediate School, Questa Junior and Senior High School, Roots & Wings Charter School

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FORM OF GOVERNMENT Mayor/Village Council, with mayor and four council members, serving fouryear, staggered terms; www.laplaza.org/ government/questa, (575) 586-0694

PUBLIC RECREATION FACILITIES Hiking/Camping/Fishing: Trails and waterways in the Carson Nat’l Forest, Questa Ranger District, (575) 586-0520, www.fs.usda.gov/carson; hiking and river access to the Wild Rivers Recreation Area, (575) 758-8851, www.blm.gov/nm/st/en/ prog/recreation/taos/wild_rivers_rec_area. html; Río Grande del Norte National Monument, (575) 586-1150, www.blm.gov/nm/ Ríograndedelnorte; Las Vistas de Questa trail

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION North Central Regional Transit District: regional service, (505) 629-4725, www.ncrtd.org; Questa Municipal Airport, general aviation, www.airnav. com/airport/N24; (575) 613-2853

DRIVING DISTANCES Denver: 262 miles Albuquerque: 154 miles Santa Fe: 94 miles Taos: 24 miles Red River: 12 miles

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real estate finance | Ted Dimond

What is today’s interest rate?

BY TED DIMOND

There is a commonly held notion that each day the ‘banking world’ establishes the interest rate for long-term conventional mortgages. In fact a table of rates is published each day describing a specific cost or credit towards closing costs based on the rate chosen.

A borrower can choose from among a number of rates and that choice impacts the total costs of the loan. Simply put one can secure a lower rate by paying points in addition to closing costs or lower their closing costs by choosing a higher rate and earning a credit towards costs.

Often when a bank or broker advertises low rates they are vague about the costs associated and conversely when they offer a “no closing cost loan” they aren’t necessarily disclosing that they are giving the borrower a higher rate to earn credit towards costs.

Conventional mortgages are for loan amounts lower than or equal to $417,000. This varies in some counties throughout the country. Counties where home prices are particularly high have conventional thresholds as high as $625,000 but in Taos $417,000 is the number. Conventional mortgages are also privately backed loans, as opposed to government backed, and must adhere to Fannie Mae and/or Freddie Mac guidelines.

Conventional rates are published daily and often can change once or twice a day in small increments. The lenders don’t offer a specific rate but rather a continuum of rates that are available depending upon what a borrower is willing to pay for that rate. The particular cost or credit associated with a rate depends upon a number of borrower and property characteristics as well. For example lower credit score can add costs (or increase rates) as can the loan to value (LTV) ratio. The occupancy of a home (i.e. is it a primary, second home or investment property) will also impact rates and costs.

All those factors aside rates are locked for a particular time period (e.g. 15, 30 or 45 days) and at a particular price (i.e. if there is a cost or credit). Here is an example based on today’s (March 2) 30-day lock rates.

Let’s say that the loan amount is $200,000 and the costs of securing the mortgage and closing the loan is $3,000, which includes all title fees, lenders administration fees, appraisal and credit report. That includes no additional costs and credits based on the rate. One could choose a rate that lowers those costs or a rate that carries additional costs, which are referred to as origination or discount points, a point being 1 percent of the loan amount. The buyer (borrower ) could lock in their rate as follows: $200,000 30-year fixed conventional mortgage with no prepayment penalty;

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3.5 percent cost in addition to closing costs ($3,728): payment $898.09/ month principal and interest; 3.75 percent par rate ( i.e. no cost or credit): payment $926.23/month; 4 percent credit towards closing costs ($2,402): payment $954.83/month.

How does the borrower decide which rate best serves their purposes? It’s all about time and their intentions regarding that home, that is, how long they expect to keep the home. At 3.5 percent the payment is $56.75 less than at 4 percent but the cost is $6,130 higher ($3,728 plus $2,402). If one divides $56.75 into $6,130 you get 108.02, which is the number of months required to break even ( i.e. pay back those additional costs to yourself).

That buyer would need to keep the home at least nine years to make the investment worthwhile. After nine years the $56.75 becomes real savings.

There are other factors such as tax consequences of paying points etc. But this calculation is a valid way to choose how to approach rate.

At 3.75 percent in this example there is no cost or credit and the payment is $28.60 less that at 4 percent. The credit at 4 percent is $2,402 so there is an 84-month recapture period to break even. Therefore if the buyer knew they were selling the house prior to seven years they would be better off taking the higher rate (4 percent) and paying $2,402 less in closing costs.

It’s not always easy to sort through the rates that are offered by banks and brokers. Until one is certain about their credit scores, loan amount and LTV it’s difficult to know what the costs or credits will be associated with a specific rate.

Equally important is one’s intention for the home such as occupancy and number of years one intends to keep the house. When “shopping” for a rate it behooves the buyer to check in with a broker and/or banker to sort through these variables and then get the proper information to determine whether it’s better to secure a lower rate with a cost or a higher rate with a credit towards closing costs.

A good broker or banker can help advise and better yet give you enough information to make the best choice for yourself.

Ted Dimond has lived in Taos since 1976. He has been a residential mortgage broker since 1994 and has owned and operated Dimond Mortgage with his wife Vanessa since 2003. Ted can be reached via email Ted@dimondmortgage.com.

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Taos County Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory Representing a wide range of businesses and professionals serving the Taos County area ACCOUNTANTS / BOOKKEEPING Desert Rose Bookkeeping and Tax Center (575) 751-7773 107 Plaza Garcia Suite F, Taos, NM 87571 Swinehart CPA, PC 575-758-4111 515 Gusdorf Road Suite 3, Taos, NM 87571 www.swinehartcpa.com Taos Financial Strategies 575 758-5835 100 D South Taos Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 TaosCPA, LLC 575-758-3964 ext 201 630 Paseo del Pueblo Sur #170, Taos, NM 87571 www.TaosCPA.com

ADVERTISING, MARKETING & DESIGN 101.9 FM Radio KTAO 575-758-5826 #9 State Road 150, Taos, NM 87571 www.ktao.com Acorn Graphics 575-758-0469 219 Cruz Alta Rd, Taos, NM 87571 www.acorngraphicstaos.com Awakening in Taos, LLC (831) 402-1373 518 Old Santa Fe Trail #277, Santa Fe, NM 87505 awakeningintaos.com Burning Star Design & Graphics (575) 613-2796 1304 B Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.BurningStarDesign.com DMC Broadcasting, Inc. 575-758-4491 125 A Camino de La Merced, Taos, NM 87571 www.radiointaos.com Edible Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Taos 505-212-1791 6252 Zaltana Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120 www.ediblesantafe.com Griffin and Associates 575-741-7524 524 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Suite H Taos, NM 87571 www.griffinassoc.com

El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa (575) 737-9867 317 Kit Carson, Taos, NM 87571 www.elmontesagrado.com Envision Gallery 575-751-1344 1405 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87529 www.envisiongallery.com Jerry Mann Studio Gallery (912) 223-2628 136 Bent St., Taos, NM 87571 www.artofmann.com Kleefeld Paintings (575) 751-4608

By Appointment Please Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.kleefeldart.com OptiMysm 575-741-8545 126 West Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmetaphysicalshop.com Overland Sheepskin Company 575-758-8820 1405 Paseo del Pueblo Norte El Prado, NM 87529 www.overland.com Santos Y Mas (575) 776-2088 484 Hwy. 150, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514 www.santosymas.com Taos Artist Organization (TAO) Taos, NM 87571 www.taostudiotour.com Taos Clay Studio 307-272-8388 1208 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM 87529 www.taosclay.com Touchstone Gallery (575) 737-5001 110 S. Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 www.touchstone-gallery.net Touchstone Inn - Spa & Gallery (575) 758-0192 110 Mabel Dodge Lane, Taos, NM 87571 www.touchstoneinn.com

ART SUPPLIES

Hutton Broadcasting 575-741-6061 PO Box 1813 Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.santafe.com

Taos Art Supply 575-770-4824 208 Ranchitos Road #C Taos, NM 87571 www.taosartsupply.com

TaosAndMore.com 619-889-1672 La Loma Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosandmore.com

ALCOHOL SERVER EDUCATION

Taos Retirement Village (575) 758-8248 414 Camino de la Placita #24, Taos, NM 87571 taosretirementvillage.com

David Parham, ASE Instructor (505) 715-0003 1932 Regency Park Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124 www.nmserverpermit.com

The Bridge At Alamosa (719) 587-3514 3407 Carroll Street, Alamosa, CO 81101 www.alamosabridge.com

ARTISTS & GALLERIES

ASSOCIATIONS Rio Costilla Cooperative Livestock Association 575-586-0542 #72 State Road 196, Costilla, NM 87524 www.riocostillapark.com Taos County Association of REALTORS® 575-758-7411 1210 H Salazar Road, Taos, NM 87571 taosmls.net

Chimayo Trading del Norte 575-758-0504 #1 St. Francis Church Plaza Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.chimayotrading.com

ATTORNEYS

Cisneros Arts (575) 737-9400 1405 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM 87529 www.cisnerosarts.com

Armstrong & Armstrong, PC (575) 751-4818 218 Beimer St. Taos, NM 87571 www.taoslaw.com

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Manzanares Law Office (575) 770-0902 428 Theodora Street, PO Box 312 Taos, NM 87571 taosattorney.net

Sagebrush Inn & Conference Center 575-758-2254 1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.sagebrushinn.com Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort (575) 587-2240 5224 Hwy 518, Vadito, NM 87579 www.sipapunm.com

Raab & Raab, PC 575-737-0901 827 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571 www.divorcesource.com/professionals/RaabLaw/

Taos Country Club (575) 758-7300 54 Golf Course Drive Ranchos deTaos, NM 87557 www.taoscountryclub.info

AUDIO ENGINEER

BARS & LOUNGES

Soundworks 575-751-3922 Taos, NM 87571 www.soundworksnm.com

5 Star Burgers (575) 758-8484 1032 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571 www.5starburgers.com

AUTO DEALERS, REPAIRS, SUPPLIES Friday Motors, Inc. (575) 758-2252 1040 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.fridaymotors.com

AVIATION SERVICES Taos Aviation Services Inc. 575-737-9790 Taos Regional Airport Taos, NM 87571 www.riograndeair.com

BANKS/ FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS Centinel Bank of Taos 575-758-6700 512 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.centinelbank.com

The Adobe Bar 575-758-2233 125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.adobebar.com The Alley Cantina 575-758-2121 121 Teresina Lane, Taos, NM 87571 www.alleycantina.com El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa (575) 737-9867 317 Kit Carson Taos, NM 87571 www.elmontesagrado.com El Taoseño Restaurant 575-758-4142 819 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.taoseno.com

Guadalupe Credit Union (505) 982-8942 115 La Posta Road, Suite C, Taos, NM 87571 www.guadalupecu.org

Eske’s Brew Pub & Eatery 575-758-1517 106 Des Georges Lane, Taos, NM 87571 www.eskesbrewpub.com

Nusenda Credit Union (505) 889-5190 630 Paseo del Pueblo Sur #140, Taos, NM 87571 www.nmefcu.com

Midtown Bistro & Lounge (575) 776-1680 680 State Road 522, Arroyo Hondo, NM 87513 www.midtownms.com

Peoples Bank 575-758-4500 1356 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.bankingunusual.com

Old Martina’s Hall 575-758-3003 4140 State Hwy 68 Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.oldmartinashall.com

Platinum Relations (719) 475-2030 3107 W. Colorado Ave, Suite 269 Colorado Springs, CO 80904 Nelson@platinumrelations.com

ASSISTED LIVING

Artworks Studio (530) 386-5548 Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.jimcoxartworks.net

Clifford J. Johnson, Esq. PA 575-758-4261 428 Theodora St., Taos, NM 87571

Taos Mesa Brewing (575) 758-1900 20 ABC Mesa Road, El Prado, NM 87571 www.taosmesabrewing.com

US Bank 575-737-3540 120 West Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 www.fcbnm.com

The Gorge Bar & Grill (575) 758-8866 103 E. Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 www.thegorgebarandgrill.com

BANQUET/MEETING FACILITIES

BED & BATH RETAIL

Celebrations Event Rentals, LLC 575-758-8463 225 Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 www.taoscelebrates.com

Taos Lifestyle & Sleep Sanctuary (575) 758-5885 710 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Suite C4, Taos, NM 87571 www.sleepsanctuary.com

El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa (575) 737-9867 317 Kit Carson Taos, NM 87571 www.elmontesagrado.com

BED & BREAKFAST Adobe & Pines Bed & Breakfast Inn 575-751-0947 4107 State Road 68, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.adobepines.com

Mabel Dodge Luhan House & Conference Center 575-751-9686 240 Morada Lane, Taos, NM 87571 www.mabeldodgeluhan.com

American Artists Gallery House Bed & Breakfast 575-758-4446 132 Frontier Lane, Taos, NM 87571-0584 www.taosbedandbreakfast.com

Old Martina’s Hall 575-758-3003 4140 State Hwy 68 Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.oldmartinashall.com

Amizette Inn & Restaurant 575-776-2451 1295 NM Highway 150 Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 www.amizetteinn.com

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Taos County Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory Burch Street Casitas (575) 737-9038 310 Burch StreetTaos, NM 87571 www.casitasintaos.com

Randall Lumber & Hardware, Inc. 575-758-2271 315 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM www.randalltaos.com

Casa Benavides Bed & Breakfast Inn (575) 758-1772 137 Kit Carson Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.taos-casabenavides.com

Rio Grande Ace Hardware & Building Materials 575-758-4268 1381 South Santa Fe Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosacehomedesigncenter.com

Casa Gallina 575-758-2306 609 Callejon Rd, Taos, NM 87571 www.casagallina.net

Rio Grande Ace Hardware II Pueblo Allegre Mall Taos, NM 87571

Cottonwood Inn Bed & Breakfast 575-776-5826 2 State Route 230, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514 www.taos-cottonwood.com

Sierra Pacific Windows (575) 751-3933 212 Bendix, Suite A Taos, NM 87571 www.sierrapacificwindows.com

Dreamcatcher Bed & Breakfast 575-758-0613 416 La Lomita Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.dreambb.com

Southwest Spiral Designs 575-613-3548 Taos, NM 87571 elomio@live.com

Hacienda del Sol Bed & Breakfast 575-758-0287 109 Mabel Dodge Lane, Taos, NM 87571 www.taoshaciendadelsol.com La Dona Luz Inn, An Historic Bed & Breakfast 575-758-9000 206 Des Georges Lane, Taos, NM 87571 www.stayintaos.com La Posada de Taos (800) 645-4803 309 Juanita Lane, Taos, NM 87571 www.laposadadetaos.com Martinez y Ewens Anasazi Ranch 575-587-1939 138A Upper Llano Road-Llano, NM Llano, NM 87543 www.AnasaziRanch.com Old Taos Guesthouse Bed & Breakfast 575-758-5448 1028 Witt Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.oldtaos.com Touchstone Inn - Spa & Gallery (575) 758-0192 110 Mabel Dodge Lane, Taos, NM 87571 www.touchstoneinn.com

BICYCLE SHOP / RENTAL Cottam’s Ski & Outdoor Shop 575-758-2822 207 A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.cottamsskishops.com

BUSINESS MACHINES Albuquerque Image Products 505-881-6266 2420 Comanche Road, Albuquerque, NM 87107 www.albimage.com

CAMPING Los Rios River Runners 575-776-8854 4003 Highway 68, Taos, NM 87571 www.losriosriverrunners.com Rio Costilla Cooperative Livestock Association 575-586-0542 #72 State Road 196, Costilla, NM 87524 www.riocostillapark.com

CASINOS Buffalo Thunder Resort (505) 455-5555 20 Buffalo Thunder Trail Santa Fe, NM 87506 www.buffalothunderresort.com

Ensignal (575) 737-0858 1010 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Suite B Taos, NM 87571 taos@ensignal.com

CHURCHES El Pueblito Methodist Church - Shared Table 575-758-3166 1309 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571

Dahl Taos 575-737-5483 800 Bond Drive, Taos, NM 87571 www.dahlplumbing.com Habitat For Humanity ReStore (575) 776-2165 16 State Road 522, El Prado, NM 87571 www.taoshabitat.org/restore/index.php

Community Against Violence, Thrift Store (575) 758-8082 1103 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571 www.TaosCAV.org

Taos Tennis at Quail Ridge Taos: A Condo Resort (575) 776-2211 88 State Road 150, Taos, NM 87571 www.taostennis.com/

Gearing Up Bicycle Shop 575-751-0365 129 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.gearingupbikes.com John Dunn Shops 575-758-8110 124 Bent Street, Taos, NM 87571 www.johndunnshops.com JR Clothing 575-758-2873 101-A Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 Moxie (575) 758-1256 216B Paseo del Pueblo Norte 218A Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmoxie.com Mudd N Flood 575-751-9100 103 A. Bent Street, Taos, NM 87571

Taos Mountain Outfitters featuring The Good Sole 575-758-9292 113 North Plaza Taos, NM 87571 info@taosmountainoutfitters.com

BOOK STORES

Sangre de Cristo Lutheran Church 575 758-5944 116 Dona Ana Dr. Taos, NM 87571 www.taoslutheran.org St. James Episcopal Church 575-758-2790 208 Camino de Santiago Taos, NM 87571 www.stjamestaos.org

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Kokopelli Property Management Taos, Santa Fe, Angel Fire (855) 838-8763 1350 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Suite 2, Taos, NM 87571 www.kokoproperty.com/?NCK=TCC Premiere Properties Vacation Rentals 575-758-1811 1423 Couse Street, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosvacationhomes.com

CATERING

Choice Wireless 800-CHOICE9 www.nm.choice-wireless.com/

High Country Real Estate Services 575-758-2723 4175 State Road 68 Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.taosrealestatebroker.com

Blue Fish Clothing 575-758-7474 1405 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM 87529 www.bluefishclothing.com

Taos Cyclery (575) 758-5551 1103 Paseo del Pueblo Norte 3A Taos, NM 87571 www.taoscyclery.com

CELL PHONES

BUILDING MATERIALS

CLOTHING

Taos Mountain Casino (575) 737-0777 700 Veterans Highway Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmountaincasino.com

Taos Cyclery (575) 758-5551 1103 Paseo del Pueblo Norte 3A Taos, NM 87571 www.taoscyclery.com

Dr. Richard Kaye 888-809-8779 Taos, NM 87571 www.richardkaye.com

UniFirst Corporation 505-298-1882 215 Altez SE, Albuquerque, NM 87123 www.unifirst.com

Substance of Taos (575) 751-0992 102 Dona Luz Taos, NM 87571 www.substanceoftaosnm.com

Brett House Catering 575-776-1919 Ski Valley Road Taos, NM 87571 www.bretthousecatering.com

BUSINESS CONSULTANTS

Taos Sanitary Supply, LLC (formerly Unisource) 575-751-3550 P.O. Box 1297, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557

Ohkay Casino Resort 505-747-1668 P.O. Box 1270, Ohkay Owingeh, NM 87566 www.ohkay.com

Gearing Up Bicycle Shop 575-751-0365 129 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.gearingupbikes.com

Moby Dickens Bookshop 575-758-3050 124 A Bent Street,Taos, NM 87571 www.mobydickens.com

CLEANING SERVICES & SUPPLIES

COMPUTER SERVICES & SUPPLIES Brownrice Internet, Inc. (575) 758-4175 201 Camino de la Merced Taos, NM 87571 www.brownrice.com Siriusware, Inc (575) 751-8202 302 Camino de la Placita Taos, NM 87571 www.siriusware.com

CONDOMINIUMS/APARTMENTS Burch Street Casitas (575) 737-9038 310 Burch Street Taos, NM 87571 www.casitasintaos.com Casa de Melissa - Taos Vacation Rentals 415-497-7761 110 Dona Luz Taos, NM 87571 El Pueblo Lodge & Condominiums (575) 758-8700 412 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.elpueblolodge.com

Sun God Lodge 575-758-3162 919 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.sungodlodge.com

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES & CONTRACTORS Archetype Design 591 Piedmont Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.vishumagee.com Earthship Biotecture 575-751-0462 2 Earthship Way Tres Piedras, NM 87577 www.earthship.com Hawk Mechanical, LLC 575-758-4433 1132 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 hawkmechanical.net Olguin’s Sawmill (575) 758-1506 24930 W. HWY 64 Taos, NM 87571 www.olguinssawmill.com Paradise Power Company, Inc (575) 737-5896 1036 Reed St, Unit A, Taos, NM 87571 www.ppcsolar.com Rio Grande Ace Hardware II Pueblo Allegre Mall Taos, NM 87571 Sierra Pacific Windows (575) 751-3933 212 Bendix, Suite A Taos, NM 87571 www.sierrapacificwindows.com Sustainable Builders, LLC (575) 770-2509 PO Box 644 El Prado, NM 87529 www.sustainablebuilders.net Taos Sunrise Builders 575-770-9981 1110 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571 www.taossunrisebuilders.com Wayne Rutherford General Contractor, Inc. 575-751-7028 219 Cruz Alta Rd. Taos, NM 87571 www.taosdesignbuild.com

COOKING SCHOOL Cooking Studio Taos, LLC 575-776-2665 PO Box 750 El Prado, NM 87529 www.cookingstudiotaos.com

COPIES Copy Queen of Taos (575) 758-3999 216K Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571 copyqueenoftaos.com

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Taos County Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory COUNSELING & THERAPY Community Against Violence, Inc. (575) 758-8082 945 Salazar Rd., Taos, NM 87571 www.TaosCAV.org DreamTree Project 575-758-9595 128 La Posta Rd, Taos, NM 87571 www.dreamtreeproject.org Holy Cross Hospital 575-758-8883 1397 Weimer Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.taoshospital.org

COUNTRY CLUB Taos Country Club (575) 758-7300 54 Golf Course Drive, Ranchos deTaos, NM 87557 www.taoscountryclub.info

CREDIT CARD PROCESSING Centinel Bank of Taos 575-758-6700 512 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.centinelbank.com Platinum Relations (719) 475-2030 3107 W. Colorado Ave, Suite 269 Colorado Springs, CO 80904 Nelson@platinumrelations.com Peoples Bank 575-758-4500 1356 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.bankingunusual.com

CULTURAL EVENTS & ATTRACTIONS Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad 575-756-2151 500 Terrace Ave, Chama, NM 87520 www.cumbrestoltec.com KTAO-101.9 FM Radio 575-758-5826 #9 State Road 150, Taos, NM 87571 www.ktao.com Music from Angel Fire (575) 377-3233 3465 Mountain View Blvd. #1 Angel Fire, NM 87710 www.musicfromangelfire.org Taos Chamber Music Group (575) 758-0150 591 Piedmont Rd, Taos, NM 87571 www.taoschambermusicgroup.org Taos Fiesta Council 575-758-4568 P.O. Box 3300, Taos, NM 87571

Taos Dental Group, Dr. Charles T. Simms, D.D.S (575) 758-8303 1392 Weimer Road, #B, Taos, NM 87571

Taos Shortz Film Festival 575-770-4177 www.taosshortz.com

Taos Dental Group, Dr. Walter E. Jakiela D.D.S. (575) 758-8654 1392 Weimer Road, #A, Taos, NM 87571

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Taos Dental Group, Justin Nylund D.D.S. 575 758-8654 1392 Weimer Road,Suite A, Taos, NM 87571 www.taoscosmeticdentalcenter.com

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT/ BUSINESS RESOURCES Los Alamos National Laboratory 888-841-8256 Mailstop A117, Los Alamos, NM 87545 community.lanl.gov Quality New Mexico (505) 944-2001 8205 Spain NE Ste 111, Albuquerque, NM 87125 www.qualitynewmexico.org Small Business Development Center at UNM-Taos (575) 737-6214 114 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos , NM 87571 www.nmsbdc.org Taos Community Foundation (575) 737-9300 114 Des Georges Lane, Taos, NM 87571 www.taoscf.org Taos Sports Alliance 575-224-0199 630 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Ste 160 Taos, NM 87571 www.taossportsalliance.com TEN Taos Entrepreneurial Network 575-770-1079 1139 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosten.org Tourism Association of New Mexico (TANM) (505) 345-5553 6121 Indian School Road, NE, Suite 216 Albuquerque, NM 87110 www.tanm.org WESST (505) 988-5030 609 Broadway Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87102-2334 www.wesst.org

EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Empowerment Experts (575) 751-3777 356 Monte Vista Rd, Taos, NM 87571 www.empowermentexperts.com

Antonio Lopez - Merrill Lynch 505-982-6516 3451 Via Brisa, Santa Fe, NM 87501 www.fa.ml.com/antonio_lopez1

Weed Works’NXS 575-758-4933 7118 Hwy 518 Casa Talpa Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.sturtcman.com

Centinel Bank of Taos 575-758-6700 512 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.centinelbank.com

FUNERAL

Continental Loans BR #1511NM 575-758-8995 1033-B Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.security-finance.com Edward Jones 575-737-5772 1103 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Suite 4A El Prado , NM 87571 www.edwardjones.com Heritage Trust Company of NM 575-758-7700 ext 211 630 Paseo del Pueblo Sur #170 Taos, NM 87571 www.HTrust.com

Varela’s Flooring Works 575-208-9681 208-C Paseo del Canon East, Taos, NM 87571

Taos Financial Strategies 575 758-5835 100 D South Taos Plaza Taos, NM 87571 TaosCPA, LLC 575-758-3964 ext 201 630 Paseo del Pueblo Sur #170, Taos, NM 87571 www.TaosCPA.com The Loan Fund (505) 243-3196 423 Iron Ave. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 www.loanfund.org Wanda Lucero State Farm Insurance Agency 575-737-5433 211 Kit Carson Road Taos, NM 87571 www.wandalucero.com

ENTREPRENEUR

FISHING

Lana Dura 575-751-8535 Taos, NM 87571 www.lanadura.com

SMD Zombie Tactical & Taos Hunting Company 575-779-0200 1339 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Suites A & B Taos, NM 87571 www.smdzombietatical.com

Mark Niemiec, D.D.S. 575-758-9777 1399 Weimer Road, Ste 800, Taos, NM 87571 Northern NM Center for Cosmetic Dentistry Dr. Kellie A. Harris (575) 751-9661 1337 Gusdorf Rd., Suite A, Taos, NM 87571 kellieharrisdds.com

FILM & FILM SERVICES Awakening in Taos, LLC (831) 402-1373 518 Old Santa Fe Trail #277 Santa Fe, NM 87505 awakeningintaos.com

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Graystone Furniture & The Sofa Gallery 575-751-1266 815 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.graystonefurniture.com

Peoples Bank 575-758-4500 1356 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571 www.bankingunusual.com

WESST (505) 988-5030 609 Broadway Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87102-2334 www.wesst.org

DENTISTS

Dan’s Carpet, Tile & Window Coverings 575-758-2420 7237 Hwy 518, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557

Taos Lifestyle & Sleep Sanctuary (575) 758-5885 710 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Suite C4, Taos, NM 87571 www.sleepsanctuary.com

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps (575) 751-1420 1203 King Drive #3, Taos, NM 87571 www.youthcorps.org

Moxie (575) 758-1256 216B Paseo del Pueblo Norte 218A Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmoxie.com

Country Furnishings of Taos 575-758-4633 534 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.cftaos.com

Money Now/ Installment Loan Center (575) 758-7822 1204 A Paseo Del Pueblo Norte El Prado, NM 87529

Taos Opera Institute (575) 758-5101 PO BOX 3379 Taos, NM 87571 www.taosoi.org

FAIR TRADE

FURNITURE & INTERIORS

High Country Real Estate Services 575-758-2723 4175 State Road 68, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.taosrealestatebroker.com

Taos Onstage 575-224-1066 222 Ledoux Street, Taos, NM 87571

Taos Solar Music Festival 575-758-9191 PO Box 2110 Taos, NM 87571 www.solarmusicfest.com

Rivera Hanlon Funeral Home 575-758-3841 818 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.riverafamilyfuneralhome.com

Knight Financial Limited (575) 751-3388 115 La Posta Rd Taos, NM 87571

New Mexico Workforce Connection - Taos (575) 758-4219 1036 Salazar Rd., Taos, NM 87571 www.dws.state.nm.us

Taos Shortz Film Festival 575-770-4177 www.taosshortz.com

Margaret Palmer Floral Design 575-741-0408 349 Monte Vista Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosflowerdiva.com

FLORIST/GARDEN SUPPLY Rio Grande Ace Hardware & Building Materials 575-758-4268 1381 South Santa Fe Road Taos, NM 87571 www.taosacehomedesigncenter.com The Enchanted Florist 575-758-3030 Marjorie Perry 233 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Suite C Taos, NM 87571 www.taosflorist.com

GEMS & MINERALS Touchstone Gallery (575) 737-5001 110 S. Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 www.touchstone-gallery.net

GOLF Buffalo Thunder Resort (505) 455-5555 20 Buffalo Thunder Trail, Santa Fe, NM 87506 www.buffalothunderresort.com Taos Country Club (575) 758-7300 54 Golf Course Drive, Ranchos deTaos, NM 87557 www.taoscountryclub.info

GREEN/ SUSTAINABLE PPC Solar 575-737-5896 245 Paseo del Canon East, Taos, NM 87571 www.ppcsolar.com Sol Luna Solar 575-758-0524 Dixon, NM 87571 www.sollunasolar.com Sustainable Builders, LLC (575) 770-2509 PO Box 644, El Prado, NM 87529 www.sustainablebuilders.net

GROCERY STORES Albertson’s 575-758-1250 710A Paseo del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571 www.albertsons.com Cid’s Food Market (575) 758-1148 623 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571 www.cidsfoodmarket.com Midtown Bistro & Lounge (575) 776-1680 680 State Road 522, Arroyo Hondo, NM 87513 www.midtownms.com

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Taos County Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory Smith’s Food & Drug 575-758-3711 224 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.smithsfoodanddrug.com

New Mexico Health Insurance Alliance NMHIA (505) 989-1600 P.O. Box 5095, Santa Fe, NM 87502 nmhia.com

Rio Costilla Cooperative Livestock Association 575-586-0542 #72 State Road 196, Costilla, NM 87524 www.riocostillapark.com

Taos Farmers’ Market 575-751-5757 Taos, NM 87571 www.taosfarmersmarket.org/bak/

Northern New Mexico Midwifery Center 575-758-1216 1331 Maestas Rd., Taos, NM 87571 www.midwiferycenter.org

Rio Grande Stables 575-776-5913 Taos Ski Valley, NM www.riograndestables.com

GROUND TRANSPORTATION

Northside Health & Fitness Center 575-751-1242 1307 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM 87529 www.taosnorthsidespa.com/

HORSE RESCUE & REHAB

Enterprise Rent-a-Car (575) 758-5553 1350 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Ste 1, Southside Plaza Taos, NM 87571 www.enterprise.com North Central Regional Transit District (505) 438-3257 1327 North Riverside Drive Española, NM 84532 www.ncrtd.org

GOLD/DIAMOND BUYER Leshem Diamonds and Gold 575-758-1573 1027 Salazar Road, Suite E, Taos, NM 87571 www.leshemdiamonds.com

HAIR & BEAUTY Hive Salon Oxygen Bar & Gallery 575-758-7790 300 Kit Carson Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.hivesalontaos.com

HARDWARE STORES Randall Lumber & Hardware, Inc. 575-758-2271 315 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM www.randalltaos.com Rio Grande Ace Hardware & Building Materials 575-758-4268 1381 South Santa Fe Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosacehomedesigncenter.com

RealEyes (575) 758-3215 1353 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Ste C Taos, NM 87571 www.realeyestaos.com Rodan & Fields Dermatology 575-779-2260 Taos, NM 87571 www.mgonzales3.myrandf.com Taos Rock Gym 415-312-4805 1008 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosrock.com TaoShoes (913) 205-9218 133 North Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 Taos Surgical Specialties (575) 751-0334 Taos Professional Building 1399 Weimer Road, Suite 600 Taos, NM 87571 www.taossurgery.org Vista Taos 575-758-5858 259 Blueberry Hill Road, El Prado, NM 87529 www.vistataos.com Wholistic Health (505) 603-9888 107 Plaza Garcia Unit B, Taos, NM 87571 www.wholistichealthandhealing.com

Rio Grande Ace Hardware II Pueblo Allegre Mall Taos, NM 87571

HEALTH & WELLNESS A More Youthful You Today Taos, NM 87571 www.amoreyouthfulyoutoday.com 365 Days of Wellness 505-818-9898 Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.365well.org

Women’s Health Institute 575-758-5001 1329 Gusdorf Road, Taos, NM 87571

HIKING Los Rios River Runners 575-776-8854 4003 Highway 68, Taos, NM 87571 www.losriosriverrunners.com

Colonias Chiropractic Center 575-776-1117 P.O. Box 1589, El Prado, NM 87529 www.stretchatwork.com Christus Health 800-681-8809, ext. 135 Taos, NM 87571 www.christushealth.org

HOME MAINTENANCE Chill-Ax! (575) 770-9229 Taos, NM www.chill-ax.com Dan’s Carpet, Tile & Window Coverings 575-758-2420 7237 Hwy 518, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557

CrossFit Taos 575-224-6398 1103 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.crossfittaos.net Deliberately Fit 575-758-2900 324 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.deliberatelyfit.com Holy Cross Hospital 575-758-8883 1397 Weimer Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.taoshospital.org

High Country Real Estate Services 575-758-2723 4175 State Road 68, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.taosrealestatebroker.com Terry’s Chimney Service (575) 758-1825 314 D Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.terryschimney.com Varela’s Flooring Works 575-208-9681 208-C Paseo del Canon East, Taos, NM 87571

Hypnotherapeutics 575-921-8234 PO Box 664 El Prado, NM 87529 www.hypnotherapytaos.com

Vargas Tile Co. Inc. (575) 758-5986 4114 State Road 68, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.vargastile.com

New Life Pregnancy Center (575) 758-2899 1041 Reed Street, Taos, NM 87571 www.pregnancytaos.com

AA Taos Ski Valley Wilderness Adventures, LLC 575-751-6051 Taos Ski Valley, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 www.aataosskivalleywildernessadventures.com

HORSES/ HORSEBACK RIDING

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Equine Spirit Sanctuary 575-758-1212 13 Los Caballos Road Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.equinespiritsanctuary.org

HOT AIR BALLOONING Eske’s Paradise Balloons 575-751-6098 31 Reynolds Road Taos, NM 87571 www.taosballooning.com Pueblo Balloon Company 575-751-9877 P.O. Box 361, Taos, NM 87571 www.puebloballoon.com

Hotel La Fonda de Taos (575) 758-2211 108 South Plaza Taos, NM 87571 www.lafondataos.com Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza 575-758-4293 233 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.indianhillsinntaosplaza.com Mabel Dodge Luhan House & Conference Center 575-751-9686 240 Morada Lane, Taos, NM 87571 www.mabeldodgeluhan.com Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa (505) 583-2233 50 Los Banos Drive, Ojo Caliente, NM 87549 www.ojospa.com Sagebrush Inn & Conference Center 575 758-2254 1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.sagebrushinn.com Sun God Lodge 575-758-3162 919 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.sungodlodge.com

Taos Mountain Balloon Rally Assoc. / TMBRA 575-758-9210 P.O. Box 3096, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosballoonrally.com

Super 8 Motel (575) 758-1088 1347 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.super8taos.com

HOT SPRINGS

Habitat For Humanity Taos (575) 758-7827 114 E. Alexander Rd. Suite E, Taos, NM 87571 www.taoshabitat.org

Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa (505) 583-2233 50 Los Banos Drive, Ojo Caliente, NM 87549 www.ojospa.com

HOT TUBS & SPAS Wolfgang’s Spa Works 575-758-1857 1210 J Salazar Rd., Taos, NM 87571 www.wolfgangsspaworks.com

HOTELS & MOTELS Alpine Village Suites 575-776-8540 100 Thunderbird Road, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 www.alpine-suites.com Amizette Inn & Restaurant 575-776-2451 1295 NM Highway 150, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 www.amizetteinn.com The Bavarian Lodge & Restaurant (575) 776-8020 100 Kachina Road Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 www.thebavarian.com Columbine Inn & Conference Center (575) 776-5723 1288 Highway 150 Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 www.columbineinntaos.com El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa (575) 737-9867 317 Kit Carson Taos, NM 87571 www.elmontesagrado.com El Pueblo Lodge & Condominiums (575) 758-8700 412 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571 www.elpueblolodge.com Hampton Inn Taos (575) 737-5700 1515 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571 hamptoninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/new-mexico/ hampton-inn-taos-TAONMHS/index.html The Historic Taos Inn (575) 758-2233 125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571 www.taosinn.com

HOUSING

HUNTING/FISHING Cottam’s Ski & Outdoor Shop 575-758-2822 207 A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.cottamsskishops.com Los Rios River Runners 575-776-8854 4003 Highway 68, Taos, NM 87571 www.losriosriverrunners.com Martinez y Ewens Anasazi Ranch 575-587-1939 138A Upper Llano Road-Llano, NM Llano, NM 87543 www.AnasaziRanch.com Rio Costilla Cooperative Livestock Association 575-586-0542 #72 State Road 196, Costilla, NM 87524 www.riocostillapark.com SMD Zombie Tactical & Taos Hunting Company 575-779-0200 1339 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Suites A & B Taos, NM 87571 www.smdzombietatical.com Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort (575) 587-2240 5224 Hwy 518, Vadito, NM 87579 www.sipapunm.com

INSURANCE Andrea Suazo State Farm 575-751-9500 1010B Paseo del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571 www.teamsuazo.com Beaudry Insurance Agency 575-758-8106 603 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 deeb@beaudryinsurance.com Brown & Brown Insurance 575-758-2244 627 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 bbnm.com Daniels Insurance, Inc. (505) 982-4302 805 St. Michaels Drive Santa Fe, NM 87505 www.danielsinsuranceinc.com

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Taos County Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory Farmers Insurance Group, Major Dennis L. Santisteven Agency, Inc. (575) 776-3224 330 D Paseo Del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571 www.farmersinsurance.com New Mexico Health Insurance Alliance NMHIA (505) 989-1600 P.O. Box 5095, Santa Fe, NM 87502 nmhia.com Molina Healthcare of New Mexico 505-342-4660 8801 Horizon Blvd., NE Albuquerque, NM 87113 www.molinahealthcare.com Peoples Insurance a Division of Centennial Insurance Agency LLC 575-758-8331 1356 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571 www.centennial-ins.com Thomas E. Gutierrez Farmers Insurance Agency (575) 758-4618 1033 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Suite F Taos, NM 87571 www.farmersagent.com/tgutierrez Wanda Lucero State Farm Insurance Agency 575-737-5433 211 Kit Carson Rd. Taos, NM 87571 www.wandalucero.com

INTERIOR DESIGN & FURNISHINGS Country Furnishings of Taos 575-758-4633 534 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571 www.cftaos.com Dahl Taos 575-737-5483 800 Bond Drive, Taos, NM 87571 www.dahlplumbing.com Dan’s Carpet, Tile & Window Coverings 575-758-2420 7237 Hwy 518 Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557

Graystone Furniture & The Sofa Gallery 575-751-1266 815 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.graystonefurniture.com High Country Real Estate Services 575-758-2723 4175 State Road 68, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.taosrealestatebroker.com Mitango Walls (575) 779-7741 209 A Las Cruces Lane Taos, NM 87571 sites.google.com/site/mitangodesigns

Taos Mountain Energy Foods (575) 751-3263 115-B Alexander St,, Taos, NM 87571

MARKETING- WRITING

Gizmo Productions (575) 758-9522 212 Peralta Lane, Taos, NM 87571 www.gizmoproductions.com

Red Capes 800-293-1984 P.O. Box 1635,, El Prado, NM 87529 www.redcapes.com

Kit Carson Telecom (575) 758-4838 201B Cruz Alta, Taos, NM 87571

Zap Marketing Partners 505-310-1702 Taos, NM 87571 www.zapmktg.com

TaosNet, LLC 575-758-7598 201 Camino de la Merced Taos, NM 87571 www.taosnet.com

JEWELRY Chavez Fine Jewelers 575-758-9319 622 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Suite G Taos, NM 87571 www.chavezfinejewelers.com Garden and Soul (575) 751-1825 137 North Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 www.gardenandsoul.com Leshem Diamonds and Gold 575-758-1573 1027 Salazar Road, Suite E, Taos, NM 87571 www.leshemdiamonds.com Moxie (575) 758-1256 216B Paseo del Pueblo Norte 218A Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmoxie.com

KIDS STUFF Community Against Violence, Inc. (575) 758-8082 945 Salazar Rd., Taos, NM 87571 www.TaosCAV.org Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (575) 758-8855 112 South Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 www.rmcf.com/nm/taos50464 Twirl Toy Store and Play Space (575) 751-1402 225 Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 www.twirlhouse.com Taos Cookery 575-758-5435 113 Bent Street, Taos, NM 87571 www.taoscookery.com

Taos Lifestyle & Sleep Sanctuary (575) 758-5885 710 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Suite C4 Taos, NM 87571 www.sleepsanctuary.com

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. (505) 983-4612 660 W. San Mateo Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87505

CenturyLink Businesses: 800-603-6000 Residential: 800-244-1111 Taos, NM 87571 www.centurylink.com

KITCHEN STORES

Moxie (575) 758-1256 216B Paseo del Pueblo Norte 218A Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmoxie.com

Vargas Tile Co. Inc. (575) 758-5986 4114 State Road 68 Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.vargastile.com

Brownrice Internet, Inc. (575) 758-4175 201 Camino de la Merced Taos, NM 87571 www.brownrice.com

OptiMysm 575-741-8545 126 West Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmetaphysicalshop.com

Eclipse Blinds 575-758-7188 P.O. Box 290, Taos, NM 87571 www.eclipseblindstaos.com

Varela’s Flooring Works 575-208-9681 208-C Paseo del Canon East Taos, NM 87571

INTERNET SERVICES

LAUNDRY SERVICES Pinch Penny Wash-O-Mat (575) 758-1265 823 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM 87529

LLAMA TREKKING

Ayleen LA Creative Marketing (575) 779-6489 PO Box 2710, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.ayleenla.com

METAPHYSICAL Just Me Medium 575-776-7590 505 NM Hwy 150 #101, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514 OptiMysm 575-741-8545 126 West Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmetaphysicalshop.com

MORTGAGE LENDERS Centinel Bank of Taos 575-758-6700 512 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.centinelbank.com Peoples Bank 575-758-4500 1356 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.bankingunusual.com US Bank 575-737-3540 120 West Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 www.fcbnm.com

MUSEUMS Millicent Rogers Museum 575-758-2462 1504 Millicent Rogers Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.millicentrogers.org Taos Art Museum & Fechin House 575 758-2690 227 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosartmuseum.org The Couse Foundation (575) 751-0369 146 Kit Carson Rd, Taos, NM 87571 www.cousefoundation.org

MUSIC/MUSICIANS Music from Angel Fire (575) 377-3233 3465 Mountain View Blvd. #1, Angel Fire, NM 87710 www.musicfromangelfire.org Taos Chamber Music Group (575) 758-0150 591 Piedmont Rd Taos, NM 87571 www.taoschambermusicgroup.org Taos Community Chorus (575) 751-5811 Taos, NM 87571 www.taoschorus.com Taos Lifestyle Productions 575-758-5885 Taos, NM 87571 www.taoslifestyleproductions.com

Wild Earth Llama Adventures 1-800-758-LAMA (5262) 3420 Highway 522 Questa, NM 87556 www.LlamaAdventures.com

Taos Opera Institute (575) 758-5101 PO BOX 3379 Taos, NM 87571 www.taosoi.org

MANUFACTURING & DISTRIBUTION

Taos School of Music Summer Chamber Music Festival (575) 776-2388 Taos, NM 87571 www.TaosSchoolofMusic.com

Bison Star Naturals, LLC 575-776-70074 www.bisonstarnaturals.com

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NATURAL & ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE PRODUCTS Bison Star Naturals, LLC 575-776-7007 www.bisonstarnaturals.com Cid’s Food Market (575) 758-1148 623 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.cidsfoodmarket.com El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa (575) 737-9867 317 Kit Carson Taos, NM 87571 www.elmontesagrado.com

NEEDLE CRAFT SUPPLIES Moxie Yarn & More 575-758-1241 218A Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmoxie.com

NEWSPAPERS New Mexico Business Weekly (575) 348-8314 116 Central Ave. SW Suite 202 Albuquerque, NM 87123 www.bizjournals.com Sangre de Cristo Chronicle 575-377-2358 Centro Plaza #11, Angel Fire, NM 87710 www.sangrechronicle.com The Taos News 575-758-2241 226 Albright Street, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosnews.com

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS Amigos Bravos: Friends of the Wild Rivers (575) 758-3874 106 Dona Luz, Taos, NM 87571 www.amigosbravos.org Bridges Project for Education 758-5074 112A Alexander Street Taos, NM 87571 www.bridgesproject.org Community Against Violence, Inc. (575) 758-8082 945 Salazar Rd., Taos, NM 87571 www.TaosCAV.org David Westphall Veterans Foundation, Inc. (575) 377-6900 34 Country Club Road, Angel Fire, NM 87710 www.angelfirememorial.com DreamTree Project 575-758-9595 128 La Posta Rd, Taos, NM 87571 www.dreamtreeproject.org Girl Scouts of New Mexico Trails (505) 343-1040 4000 Jefferson Place, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 Habitat For Humanity Taos (575) 758-7827 114 E. Alexander Rd., Suite E, El Prado, NM 87529 www.taoshabitat.org Lions Club of Taos PO Box 199, Taos, NM 87571 Living Labrynths for Peace 575-779-6227 1021 Salazar Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.livinglabrynthsforpeace.org LULAC Council # 78 (575) 758-1066 523 Upper Ranchitos Rd. Taos, NM 87571 New Life Pregnancy Center (575) 758-2899 1041 Reed Street Taos, NM 87571 www.pregnancytaos.com Not Forgotten Outreach, Inc. 512-656-6962 Taos, NM 87571 notforgottenoutreach.org

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Taos County Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory Rocky Mountain Youth Corps (575) 751-1420 1203 King Drive #3,Taos, NM 87571 www.youthcorps.org

Southern Exposure Photography 575-754-6495 316 East Main St., Red River, NM 87558 www.southernexposurephoto.com

RossLynn Reservations 800-764-3366 5 Pinon Trail, Taos, NM 87571 www.rosslynn.com

Mariposa Realty of Taos 575-758-5600 PO Box 3825, Taos, NM 87571 www.mariposarealty.com

Small Business Development Center at UNM-Taos (575) 737-6214 114 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos , NM 87571 www.nmsbdc.org

PHYSICAL THERAPY & MASSAGE

Taos Lodging Vacation Properties (575) 751-1771 109 Brooks Street, Taos, NM 87571 www.taoslodging.com

New Mexico Mountain Properties (575) 758-5258 502 Camino Cortez, Taos, NM 87571 www.highmoutainproperty.com

Taos Coalition to End Homelessness/ Taos Men’s Shelter 575-224-1040 220 Albright Street, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmensshelter.org

PUBLICATIONS

RECREATION

Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa (505) 583-2233 50 Los Banos Drive, Ojo Caliente, NM 87549 www.ojospa.com

El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa (575) 737-9867 317 Kit Carson, Taos, NM 87571 www.elmontesagrado.com

PLUMBING & HEATING/ SOLAR

Taos Community Chorus (575) 751-5811 Taos, NM 87571 www.taoschorus.com

Dahl Taos 575-737-5483 800 Bond Drive,, Taos, NM 87571 www.dahlplumbing.com

Taos Community Foundation (575) 737-9300 114 Des Georges Lane, Taos, NM 87571 www.taoscf.org The Loan Fund (505) 243-3196 423 Iron Ave. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 www.loanfund.org Tourism Association of New Mexico (TANM) (505) 345-5553 6121 Indian School Road, NE, Suite 216 Albuquerque, NM 87110 www.tanm.org WESST (505) 988-5030 609 Broadway Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87102-2334 www.wesst.org

OPTICIANS /EYEWEAR

Hawk Mechanical, LLC 575-758-4433 1132 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 hawkmechanical.net Phoenix Mechanical (575) 758-3027 1217 Gusdorf Rd, Taos, NM 87571 www.phoenixmechanical.net PPC Solar 575-737-5896 245 Paseo del Canon East, Taos, NM 87571 www.ppcsolar.com

RealEyes (575) 758-3215 1353 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Ste C Taos, NM 87571 www.realeyestaos.com

PAYROLL SERVICES Paychex 505-293-3322, ext. 44107 Taos, NM 87571 cheridan1@paychex.com 10,000 Wags Pet Resort & Retail Store (575) 751-9247 24822 US Hiway 64 West, El Prado, NM 87529 www.10000wags.com Salazar Road Veterinary Clinic (575) 758-9115 1025 Salazar Rd Taos, NM 87571 www.salazarroadvetclinic.com Stray Hearts Animal Shelter of Taos, Inc. 575-758-2981 1200 St Francis Lane, Taos, NM 87571 www.strayhearts.org

Names & Numbers 575-758-8510 1400 S. St. Francis Dr., Suite A1, Santa Fe, NM 87505 www.namesandnumbers.com New Mexico Business Weekly (575) 348-8314 116 Central Ave. SW Suite 202 Albuquerque, NM 87123 www.bizjournals.com The Local Pages of New Mexico (801) 963-1702 4910 W. Amelia Earhart Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84116 www.thelocalpages.net

RADIO STATIONS DMC Broadcasting, Inc. 575-758-4491 125 A Camino de La Merced, Taos, NM 87571 www.radiointaos.com

POTTERY

KTAO-101.9 FM Radio 575-758-5826 #9 State Road 150, Taos, NM 87571 www.ktao.com

Garden and Soul (575) 751-1825 137 North Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 www.gardenandsoul.com Taos Clay (575) 770-4334 1208 Paseo del Pueblo Norte El Prado, NM 87529 www.loganwannamaker.com

PRINTING SERVICES

PETS & ANIMAL SERVICES

Essential Guide to Santa Fe & Taos 575-989-9465 313 Los Arboles Drive, Santa Fe, NM 87501 www.essentialguide.com

Sol Luna Solar 575-758-0524 Dixon, NM 87571 www.sollunasolar.com Cisneros Arts (575) 737-9400 1405 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Overland Ranch Complex El Prado, NM 87529 www.cisnerosarts.com

Eye Associates 575-758-0621 1399 Weimer Rd, Suite 400 Taos, NM 87571 www.eyenm.com

Discovery Map International, LLC (575) 758-8125 1014 Paseo Bufulo, Taos, NM 87571 www.discoverymap.com

Acorn Graphics 575-758-0469 219 Cruz Alta Rd Taos, NM 87571 www.acorngraphicstaos.com Copy Queen of Taos (575) 758-3999 216K Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571 copyqueenoftaos.com Starline Printing 505-345-8900 7111 Pan American NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 www.starlineprinting.com

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Unleashed 575-613-7344 98 Hwy 150, Unit 5 El Prado, NM 87529

Chill-Ax! (575) 770-9229 Taos, NM www.chill-ax.com

Zen Animal Wellness 855-936-9355 El Prado, NM 87529 www.zenanimalwellness.com

High Country Real Estate Services 575-758-2723 4175 State Road 68, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.taosrealestatebroker.com

PHOTOGRAPHY Sean Kelly Portraits 575-770-4367 1337P Gusdorf Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.seankellyportraits.com

Kokopelli Property Management Taos, Santa Fe, Angel Fire (855) 838-8763 1350 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Suite 2 Taos, NM 87571 www.kokoproperty.com/?NCK=TCC

Jim Cox Event Photographer (530) 386-5548 Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.jimcoxartworks.net

Prudential Taos Real Estate 575-758-1924 314 A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.prudentialtaosrealestate.com

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RAFTING Far Flung Adventures (575) 758-2628 15 Highway 522, El Prado, NM 87529 www.farflung.com Los Rios River Runners 575-776-8854 4003 Highway 68, Taos, NM 87571 www.losriosriverrunners.com

REAL ESTATE Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Taos Real Estate 575-758-1924 314 A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.bhhstaosrealestate.com

AA Taos Ski Valley Wilderness Adventures, LLC 575-751-6051 Taos Ski Valley, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 www.aataosskivalleywildernessadventures.com Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad 575-756-2151 500 Terrace Ave, Chama, NM 87520 www.cumbrestoltec.com Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski & Snowshoe Area 575-754-6112 29 Sangre de Cristo Dr., Red River, NM 87558 www.enchantedforestxc.com Eske’s Paradise Balloons 575-751-6098 31 Reynolds Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosballooning.com Far Flung Adventures (575) 758-2628 15 Highway 522, El Prado, NM 87529 www.farflung.com Ghost Ranch (505) 685-4333 x106 HC77 Box 11, Abiquiu, NM 87510 www.ghostranch.org Field Institute of Taos (575) 770-2391 P.O. Box 486, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514 www.fittaos.org Gearing Up Bicycle Shop 575-751-0365 129 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.gearingupbikes.com Los Rios River Runners 575-776-8854 4003 Highway 68, Taos, NM 87571 www.losriosriverrunners.com Mitchell Theatres Storyteller 7 (575) 751-4245 110 Old Talda Canyon Rd., Taos, NM 87571 www.storyteller7.com Mountain Skills Rock Climbing Guide 575-776-2222 P.O. Box 206, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514 www.climbtaos.com

Century 21 Success 575-758-0080 829 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.c21success.com

Ohkay Casino Resort 505-747-1668 P.O. Box 1270, Ohkay Owingeh, NM 87566 www.ohkay.com

Coldwell Banker Lota Realty, Inc (575) 758-8673 204A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.cblotataos.com

Pueblo Balloon Company 575-751-9877 P.O. Box 361, Taos, NM 87571 www.puebloballoon.com

Diane Enright-Taoshomes.com-Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Taos Real Estate (575) 758-5478 515 Gusdorf Road Suite 4, Taos, NM 87571 www.taoshomes.com

Red River Ski Area 575-754-2223 400 Pioneer Road, Red River, NM 87558 www.redriverskiarea.com

Harvey & Associates Realty (575) 737-5678 603 Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 www.taospremierproperties.com

Rio Costilla Cooperative Livestock Association 575-586-0542 #72 State Road 196, Costilla, NM 87524 www.riocostillapark.com

High Country Real Estate Services 575-758-2723 4175 State Road 68, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.taosrealestatebroker.com

Rio Grande Stables 575-776-5913 Taos Ski Valley, NM www.riograndestables.com

Linda Knief (575) 758-3606 416 Liebert #10, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosnewmexico.com

Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort (575) 587-2240 5224 Hwy 518, Vadito, NM 87579 www.sipapunm.com

The Lora Company 575-758-3275 225 Kit Carson Rd., Taos, NM 87571 www.realestatetaos.com

Taos Clay Studio 307-272-8388 1208 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM 87529 www.taosclay.com

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Taos County Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory Taos Spa & Tennis Club (575) 758-1980 111 Dona Ana Drive, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosspa.com

Gutiz 575-758-1226 812 B Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.gutiztaos.com

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (575) 758-8855 112 South Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 www.rmcf.com/nm/taos50464

Taos Country Club (575) 758-7300 54 Golf Course Drive, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.taoscountryclub.info

Koko Coffee/ Deli/ Carry-Out (575) 758-9448 1033-H Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571

Taos Mountain Outfitters featuring The Good Sole (575) 737-5000 113 North Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 www.goodsole.com

Taos Rock Gym 415-312-4805 1008 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571 www.taosrock.com Taos Mountain Casino (575) 737-0777 700 Veterans Highway, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmountaincasino.com Taos Ski Valley, Inc. (575) 776-2291 116 Sutton Place, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 skitaos.org Taos Tennis at Quail Ridge Taos: A Condo Resort (575) 776-2211 88 State Road 150, Taos, NM 87571 www.taostennis.com Twirl Toy Store and Play Space (575) 751-1402 225 Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 www.twirlhouse.com Wild Earth Llama Adventures 1-800-758-LAMA (5262) 3420 Highway 522 Questa, NM 87556 www.LlamaAdventures.com

RENTAL SUPPLIES

Martyrs Steakhouse (575) 751-3020 146 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.martyrs-steakhouse.com Mc Donald’s of Taos (575) 758-9762 211 South Santa Fe Rd, Taos, NM 87571 Old Martina’s Hall 575-758-3003 4140 State Hwy 68, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.oldmartinashall.com Sabroso (575) 776-3333 470 State Highway 150, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514 www.sabrosotaos.com Taos Diner 575-758-2374 908 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosdiner.com

The Bavarian Lodge & Restaurant (575) 776-8020 100 Kachina Road, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 www.thebavarian.com Bent Street Cafe & Deli 575-758-5787 120 Bent Street, Taos, NM 87571 www.bentstdeli.com Doc Martin’s Restaurant 575-758-1977 125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosinn.com Casa de Valdez 575-758-8777 1401 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.casadevaldeztaos.com El Meze Restaurant (575) 751-3337 1017 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM 87529 www.elmeze.com El Taoseño Restaurant 575-758-4142 819 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.taoseno.com Farmhouse Cafe & Bakery 575-758-5683 1405 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571 www.farmhousecafeandbakery.com

Taos Retirement Village (575) 758-8248 414 Camino de la Placita #24, Taos, NM 87571 taosretirementvillage.com

RETREATS

Taos Mesa Brewing (575) 758-1900 20 ABC Mesa Road, El Prado, NM 87571 www.taosmesabrewing.com

The Burger Stand at Taos Ale House 575-758-5522 401 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.burgerstandandtaosalehouse.com

The Alley Cantina 575-758-2121 121 Teresina Lane, Taos, NM 87571 www.alleycantina.com

RETIREMENT CENTERS

ROCK CLIMBING

RESERVATION SERVICES

5 Star Burgers (575) 758-8484 1032 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.5starburgers.com

Walmart Store #01-0873 575-758-1136 926 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571

Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa (505) 583-2233 50 Los Banos Drive, Ojo Caliente, NM 87549 www.ojospa.com

Taos Mountain Casino (575) 737-0777 700 Veterans Highway, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmountaincasino.com

RESTAURANTS

Twirl Toy Store and Play Space (575) 751-1402 225 Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 www.twirlhouse.com

Taos Diner II 575-751-1989 216 B Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosdiner.com

Celebrations Event Rentals, LLC 575-758-8463 225 Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 www.taoscelebrates.com RossLynn Reservations 800-764-3366 5 Pinon Trail, Taos, NM 87571 www.rosslynn.com

Taos Rockers (575) 758-2326 229A Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosrockers.com

The Gorge Bar & Grill (575) 758-8866 103 E. Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 www.thegorgebarandgrill.com

Martinez y Ewens Anasazi Ranch 575-587-1939 138A Upper Llano Road-Llano, NM Llano, NM 87543 www.AnasaziRanch.com Mountain Skills Rock Climbing Guide 575-776-2222 P.O. Box 206, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514 www.climbtaos.com

ROOFING Hill-Top Roofing (505) 699-8434 1 Los Carrillos Road, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.hill-toproofing.com

RV PARK

Tiwa Kitchen Restaurant (575) 751-1020 328 Veteran’s Highway, Taos, NM 87571 www.tiwakitchen.com

Taos Monte Bello R.V. Park & Convenience Store 575-751-0774 24819 US Hwy 64 W, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmontebellorvpark.com

RETAIL

SCHOOLS & EDUCATION

10,000 Wags Pet Resort & Retail Store (575) 751-9247 24822 US Highway 64 West, El Prado, NM 87529 www.10000wags.com

Quality New Mexico (505) 944-2001 8205 Spain NE Ste 111, Albuquerque, NM 87125 www.qualitynewmexico.org

Chavez Fine Jewelers 575-758-9319 622 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Suite G Taos, NM 87571 www.chavezfinejewelers.com

SMU-in-Taos (575) 758-8322 6580 Hwy 518, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 smu.edu/taos

Big 5 Sporting Goods 575-758-1736 2230 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.big5sportinggoods.com Country Furnishings of Taos 575-758-4633 534 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.cftaos.com Moxie (575) 758-1256 216B Paseo del Pueblo Norte 218A Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmoxie.com Nature’s Emporium Soap Co. (575) 758-1157 1204 B Paseo Del Pueblo Norte El Prado, NM 87529 www.CherokeeSoap.com OptiMysm 575-741-8545 126 West Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmetaphysicalshop.com

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Taos Academy (575) 751-3109 110 Paseo del Canon West, Taos, NM 87571 Taos Pueblo Education & Training Division (575) 758-5990 885 Star Rd, Taos, NM 87571 Taos School of Music Summer Chamber Music Festival (575) 776-2388 Taos, NM 87571 www.TaosSchoolofMusic.com Taos Waldorf School 575-751-7750 9D Ben Romero Rd, El Prado, NM 87529 www.taoswaldorfschool.com Adult Learning Center at UNM-Taos 575-737-3730 115 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571 www.taos.unm.edu/theliteracycenter The Literacy Center at UNM-Taos 575-737-3730 115 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571 taos.unm.edu/theliteracycenter/index.html

University of New Mexico-Taos (575) 737-6200 115 Civic Plaza Drive Taos, NM 87571 taos.unm.edu UNM-Taos Bachelor and Graduate Programs through Extended University 575-758-2828 246-B Ledoux Street, Taos, NM 87571 statewide.unm.edu/nm/taos/index.html WESST (505) 988-5030 609 Broadway Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87102-2334 www.wesst.org

SECURITY SYSTEMS & SERVICES Bennett Security (575) 613-5786 817 Upper Ranchitos Road, Taos, NM 87571

SHIPPING & MAILING Taos Crating Co. (575) 758-3587 1030 Paseo del Pueblo, Taos, NM 87571 www.taoscrating.com

SHOE STORES TaoShoes (913) 205-9218 133 North Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 Taos Mountain Outfitters featuring The Good Sole (575) 737-5000 113 North Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 www.goodsole.com

SHOPPING CENTERS Cruz Alta Plaza, LTD. 214-999-4574 710 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Dallas, TX 75201 John Dunn Shops 575-758-8110 124 Bent Street, Taos, NM 87571 www.johndunnshops.com

SIGNAGE Acorn Graphics 575-758-0469 219 Cruz Alta Rd, Taos, NM 87571 www.acorngraphicstaos.com Burning Star Design & Graphics (575) 613-2796 1304 B Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.BurningStarDesign.com

SKI RESORTS Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski & Snowshoe Area 575-754-6112 29 Sangre de Cristo Dr. Red River, NM 87558 www.enchantedforestxc.com Red River Ski Area 575-754-2223 400 Pioneer Road, Red River, NM 87558 www.redriverskiarea.com Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort (575) 587-2240 5224 Hwy 518, Vadito, NM 87579 www.sipapunm.com Taos Ski Valley, Inc. (575) 776-2291 116 Sutton Place Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 skitaos.org

SNOW SPORTS GEAR & SHOPS AA Taos Ski Valley Wilderness Adventures, LLC 575-751-6051 Taos Ski Valley Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 www.aataosskivalleywildernessadventures.com Adventure Ski Shops (575) 758-1167 1335 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571 www.adventureskishops.com

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Taos County Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory Big 5 Sporting Goods 575-758-1736 2230 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.big5sportinggoods.com

Garden and Soul (575) 751-1825 137 North Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 www.gardenandsoul.com

Cottam’s Ski & Outdoor Shop 575-758-2822 207 A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.cottamsskishops.com

I Love Taos 575-758-8565 115 East Taos Plaza, Taos, NM 87571

Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski & Snowshoe Area 575-754-6112 29 Sangre de Cristo Dr., Red River, NM 87558 www.enchantedforestxc.com Red River Ski Area 575-754-2223 400 Pioneer Road, Red River, NM 87558 www.redriverskiarea.com Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort (575) 587-2240 5224 Hwy 518, Vadito, NM 87579 www.sipapunm.com Taos Mountain Outfitters featuring The Good Sole (575) 737-5000 113 North Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 www.goodsole.com Taos Ski Valley, Inc. (575) 776-2291 116 Sutton Place, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 skitaos.org

Moxie (575) 758-1256 216B Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmoxie.com

Sol Luna Solar 575-758-0524 Dixon, NM 87571 www.sollunasolar.com PPC Solar (575) 737-5896 245 Paseo del Canon East, Taos, NM 87571 www.ppcsolar.com

SPA SERVICES Buffalo Thunder Resort (505) 455-5555 20 Buffalo Thunder Trail, Santa Fe, NM 87506 www.buffalothunderresort.com El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa (575) 737-9867 317 Kit Carson, Taos, NM 87571 www.elmontesagrado.com Hive Salon Oxygen Bar & Gallery 575-758-7790 300 Kit Carson Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.hivesalontaos.com Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa (505) 583-2233 50 Los Banos Drive, Ojo Caliente, NM 87549 www.ojospa.com Touchstone Inn - Spa & Gallery (575) 758-0192 110 Mabel Dodge Lane, Taos, NM 87571 www.touchstoneinn.com You! Taos Day Spa (575) 751-9837 330 Paseo del Pueblo Sur- Suite J, Taos, NM 87571 youtaosdayspa.com

Wild Earth Llama Adventures 800-758-5262 3420 Highway 522 Questa, NM 87556 www.LlamaAdventures.com

Santos Y Mas (575) 776-2088 484 Hwy. 150, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514 www.santosymas.com

TRANSPORTATION

Substance of Taos (575) 751-0992 102 Dona Luz, Taos, NM 87571 www.substanceoftaosnm.com

Taos Rockers (575) 758-2326 229A Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosrockers.com Taos Twist 575-758-9051 Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.taostwist.com Twirl Toy Store and Play Space (575) 751-1402 225 Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 www.twirlhouse.com Wabi-Sabi (575) 758-7801 216 Paseo Del Norte, Taos, NM 87571 wabisabigifts.net

STORAGE Alice’s Attic Self Storage 575-758-8262 1052 Dea Lane, Taos, NM 87571 alicesatticstg.com

Santa Fe Valet & Limousine Service 505-424-2171 827 Comino De Monet Rey, Santa Fe, NM 87505 www.accentsantafe.com

TRAVEL AGENTS

THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS Music from Angel Fire (575) 377-3233 3465 Mountain View Blvd. #1, Angel Fire, NM 87710 www.musicfromangelfire.org Taos Onstage 575-224-1066 222 Ledoux Street, Taos, NM 87571

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Salazar Road Veterinary Clinic (575) 758-9115 1025 Salazar Rd, Taos, NM 87571 www.salazarroadvetclinic.com Zen Animal Wellness 855-936-9355 El Prado, NM 87529 www.zenanimalwellness.com

WEDDING SERVICES Brennan Murphey 505-692-5411 PO Box 1978, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.taosweddingdj.com Cakes by Mariel 575-770-0855 PO Box 3049, Taos, NM 87571 luv143@hotmail.com

El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa (575) 737-9867 317 Kit Carson, Taos, NM 87571 www.elmontesagrado.com

CenturyLink Businesses: 800-603-6000 Residential: 800-244-1111 Taos, NM 87571 www.centurylink.com Kit Carson Electric Cooperative, Inc. (575) 758-2258 118 East Cruz Alta Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.kitcarson.com Kit Carson Energy, Inc. (575) 758-2258 118 Cruz Alta Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.kitcarson.com Kit Carson Telecom (575) 758-4838 201B Cruz Alta, Taos, NM 87571 New Mexico Gas Company 888-664-2726 1110 Gusdorf Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.nmgco.com

VACATION/SHORT TERM

Casa de Melissa - Taos Vacation Rentals 415-497-7761 110 Dona Luz, Taos, NM 87571 www.redcatmelissiana.com

Kit Carson Telecom (575) 758-4838 201B Cruz Alta, Taos, NM 87571

VETERINARY CLINICS

UTILITIES

Cottam’s Ski & Outdoor Shop 575-758-2822 207 A Paseo del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571 www.cottamsskishops.com

CenturyLink Businesses: 800-603-6000 Residential: 800-244-1111 Taos, NM 87571 www.centurylink.com

Martinez y Ewens Anasazi Ranch 575-587-1939 138A Upper Llano Road-Llano, NM Llano, NM 87543 www.AnasaziRanch.com

DJ Oliver Knight 575-779-5705 Taos, NM 87571 www.djoliverknight.com

T-SHIRTS

I Love Taos 575-758-8565 115 East Taos Plaza, Taos, NM 87571

Taos Plaza Penthouse (575) 758-7575 104 Teresina Lane, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosplazapenthouse.com

BookTaos Central Reservations 844-321-2665 3 Ernie Blake Road, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 www.booktaos.com

Casa Chamisal 575-779-6826 408 Liebert Street, Taos, NM 87571 www.vrbo.com/642509

TELEPHONE

El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa (575) 737-9867 317 Kit Carson Taos, NM 87571 www.elmontesagrado.com

TOURS

OptiMysm 575-741-8545 126 West Plaza Drive Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmetaphysicalshop.com

Bison Star Naturals, LLC 575-776-70074 www.bisonstarnaturals.com

Country Furnishings of Taos 575-758-4633 534 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.cftaos.com

First New Mexico Title Company, Inc. (575) 758-4264 602 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 1stnmtitle.com

Moxie Yarn & More 575-758-1241 218A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmoxie.com

SPECIALTY & GIFT SHOPS

Cottam’s Ski & Outdoor Shop 575-758-2822 207 A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.cottamsskishops.com

Fidelity National Title of New Mexico (575) 758-2393 115A La Posta Road, Taos, NM 87571 www.fidelitynationaltitle.com

Los Rios River Runners 575-776-8854 4003 Highway 68 Taos, NM 87571 www.losriosriverrunners.com

Taos Cookery 575-758-5435 113 Bent Street, Taos, NM 87571 www.taoscookery.com

SOLAR ELECTRIC

TITLE COMPANIES

Desert Oak: A Private Luxury Vacation Home 575-770-2818 Hinde Street, Taos, NM 87571 www.taosdesertoak.com El Pueblo Lodge & Condominiums (575) 758-8700 412 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 www.elpueblolodge.com RossLynn Reservations 800-764-3366 5 Pinon Trail, Taos, NM 87571 www.rosslynn.com Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort (575) 587-2240 5224 Hwy 518, Vadito, NM 87579 www.sipapunm.com Taos Lodging Vacation Properties (575) 751-1771 109 Brooks Street P. O. Box 1101, Taos, NM 87571 www.taoslodging.com

Old Martina’s Hall 575-758-3003 4140 State Hwy 68, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.oldmartinashall.com Sagebrush Inn & Conference Center 575-758-2254 1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 www.sagebrushinn.com Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort (575) 587-2240 5224 Hwy 518, Vadito, NM 87579 www.sipapunm.com Taos Country Club (575) 758-7300 54 Golf Course Drive, Ranchos deTaos, NM 87557 www.taoscountryclub.info

WINDOW COVERINGS Dan’s Carpet, Tile & Window Coverings 575-758-2420 7237 Hwy 518 Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 Eclipse Blinds 575-758-7188 P.O. Box 290, Taos, NM 87571 www.eclipseblindstaos.com High Country Real Estate Services 575-758-2723 4175 State Road 68, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.taosrealestatebroker.com

WINE & SPIRITS Midtown Bistro & Lounge (575) 776-1680 680 State Road 522 Arroyo Hondo, NM 87513 www.midtownms.com Black Mesa Winery 575-852-2820 1502 Highway 68 Velarde, NM 87582 www.blackmesawinery.com

YARN & SUPPLIES Moxie Yarn & More 575-758-1241 218A Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos, NM 87571 www.taosmoxie.com

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DESIGN: So much depends on what one wants

BY HARVEY BLAUSTEIN

We are told Taos Pueblo has been around for 1,000 years, so our community, in the broadest sense of the term, is quite old — certainly

by North American standards. Yet it is only recently, when viewed through that prism, that design was a consideration in the construction of residences in the Taos area.

design. The Internet allows us all to become experts in just about anything if we are willing to put in the time and research.

Function has always been important so residents in earlier, harsher times could survive in this environment.

Folks no longer find acceptable a home where one walks through one room to get to another, what was called a railroad flat in some Eastern cities. Having the resources to build an entire home at one time gives one the chance to think about flow, about how one uses spaces, how one expects to live.

Hispanic settlers didn’t think about what shape or size to build their homes. There were no bathrooms, let alone his and hers, or Jack and Jills. A room was built. And if need required, and building materials were accessible, another might be added.

With our landscape and climate, one does find some designs work better than others. For example, most feel one-story structures look better on our land. Yet I have been in two-story homes that had a design I found compelling.

They used what they had plenty of and easy access to. Mud. Straw.

Trees, especially Ponderosa pine. Rooms were usually rectangles, maybe square, and one room led into another if there was another.

Hallways were a luxury no one even considered.

Taos has some really good architects and several really good designers.

Who fits your budget and vision, and listens best is up to you. Most buyers deal directly with contractors to save money, and that works for the most part. So much depends on what one wants — and what one can afford.

But over time some prosperity came to Taos, be it from those already here or those finding our paradise along the way. With that prosperity came the luxury of planning a room, or a home, and the ability to design and create a vision. With that came the ability to create something that might demonstrate one’s nature, character, and priorities in life.

Now we have so many building materials and approaches to construction that one can really create something unique and special.

One definition of design is a strategic approach for someone to achieve a unique expectation. Some of us can do this for ourselves but most need input from others who have the talents to design.

For those who rely on others, design costs money and that means it isn’t available to us all. Taos, again, is different because we have so many creative people. Here architect involvement is not the norm but the exception, whereas in most other Southwest ski towns they are almost always a part of the construction process.

In today’s world, most who have the freedom of choice care about

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If I were going to build a home today, do a major renovation or addition, I’d do plenty of research — both locally and globally. We have some very creative people in this town and one’s limit is only one’s imagination. Heck, who ever thought of designing a home out of old tires and beer bottles to achieve harmony with the land while heating with the warmth of the sun? It sounds like what might be considered a crazy design but we know it works for those who want a certain lifestyle.

Design is a good thing. It means one has thought things through and considered the process and the ultimate product. But letting it evolve isn’t a bad thing either as spontaneity can be fun and exciting.

Particularly in Taos, where so many of us dance to the beat of our own drummers, real design isn’t for all. Some just like to wing it.

Harvey Blaustein lives in Taos, is a real estate broker and used to be a practicing attorney.

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603 Camino de la Placita Taos, NM 87571 www.taospremierproperties.com 575.737.5678

An In Town Adobe with Character...

On a quiet country road in walking distance to the plaza, museums, shops, restaurants & entertainment, we offer this adobe home with all the character & charm at a price that reflects the times. With 3 bedrooms & 2 baths, a large sunroom & private yard with fruit trees, enjoy it as it is or take it to another level. $379,000 mls 96114

A Gracious, Generous Estate....

At the end of a quiet country road, overlooking one of the great farms in Northern new Mexico, with magnificent views of the mountains, is this grand estate on 4.6 acres. At 5000 sq. ft. the home has 4 to 5 bedrooms & a 1 bedroom casita, all in a lush private setting. Come see the best we have to offer. $918,000 mls 94288

A Turn Key Business...

We are proud to offer Poco Loco, the only grocery store in Carson, a turn key operation & a business that makes money! Situated directly across the road from the post office, everyone passes by Poco Loco. Buy it all: the land, building & business for $279 K plus inventory. $279,000 mls 93978

The Quintessential Condo Site...

Just a block from the plaza, close to restaurants, galleries, shopping & museums, we offer this 1.2 acre parcel ripe for development. On this site is an old adobe home that offers cash flow while you plan your project. The location is amazing, with the land being in the Historic District, it affords certain privileges. $339,000 mls 95732/95730

Prime Development Property…

Just three short blocks from the plaza, we proudly offer one of the best remaining undeveloped parcels of land in town.

At 4.89 acres with great options & even better oppotunity this property is zoned CBD & R-4 & is all about location, location, location. $499,000 mls 93851

“We get things done on time every time. It’s important to us.”

Harvey Blaustein, Qualifying Broker

Bringing you the Best in Real Estate in Taos & the Enchanted Circle Unique Homes, Land & Ranches

UPSCALE ADOBE

GORGE VIEW EARTHSHIP

Primary residence? Vacation home? This lovely adobe is just what you need. Light and bright, lots of windows for the incredible views, 2 bedrooms and baths.

Designed by Mike Reynolds, this Earthship sits on 6 acres, and offers a main house,a guest house and with it’s active & passive solar design and Whisper200 Wind Turbine you have off-the-grid living at it’s best!

MLS 95926 $288,000

MLS# 96070 $599,000

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GREEN LIVING AT ITS BEST

This stunning handcrafted property is a hybrid between classic & modern architecture with a flexible floor plan for enjoying the outdoors. Borders National Monument. Completely off-grid.

MLS# 95084 $330,000

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SERENITY IN TAOS CANYON

TAOS MOTEL

PEACEFUL IN PENASCO

6.88 acres of lush meadow, stream and pond.

3BR/2BA, 2558 sf with 1100+/- sf studio/guest house. Simply perfect.

The Taos Motel consists of 26 units + a separate office/support building which offers a vending utility/laundry including a 1 BD/1BA apartment.

This Cavco Cedar Cabin offers 1 BD, 1BA w/loft + 400 SF log barn + outbuildings on 1.42 acres surrounded by Picuris Pueblo on the River! Seclusion, yet close to town.

$449,000

MLS 91440 $550,000

MLS 94943 $160,000

Land Listings Ranchos Orchard

26 acres of private and pristine land along the Rio Pueblo MLS 96103, $520,000

Sandia Canyon 3+ acres, views.

MLS 85196, $189,000

Vista Grande

3.5 acres, Des Montes, stunning views MLS 94619, $169,000

AWARD WINNING DESIGN + QUALITY CONSTRUCTION = MAGNIFICENCE

Villa Ventosa

Add Location and you get Harmony in the Hills This home has everything....over 4000SF, 3BD, 4BA, atrium with fountains, 2 offices, art studio, meditation room, deck and private patios

2.3 acres between Taos & Ski Valley.

MLS 92274, $184,900

MLS 95659 $1,200,000

Gorge View Estates

Call one of our Taos Brokers!

2.5 to 6-acre home sites from $110,000 WALK TO THE GORGE!

Breathtaking Building Site on Gorge 5 acres. MLS 90964, $150,000

Calle Feliberto

10 Acres Adjoins Wild & Scenic Rivers

MLS 86826, $350,000

Taos Pines Ranch

10-20 acre parcels starting at $179,000

BORDERS NATIONAL FOREST Hidden Lake

10-20 acre parcels starting at $84,000

LAKEFRONT AVAILABLE

Paula Madappa

Qualifying Broker 575-770-3306

Ellen Lerner

Associate Broker 575-770-4140

Teri Koss

Associate Broker 575-770-5222

Katheryn Pate

Associate Broker 575-770-5023

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