Enchanted Homes: The Design Issue

NORTHERN NEW MEXICO’S REAL ESTATE & LIVING MAGAZINE • APRIL/MAY 2016

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DESIGN ISSUE

DISTINCTIVE HOME DESIGN IN EL SALTO LIVING DESIGN GROUP EXPLAINS BIM CUSTOM DESIGN WITH CREATRIX

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Owner Robin Martin Publisher Chris Baker Editor Joan Livingston Managing Editor/ Creative Director Jason Rodriguez Advertising Director Chris Wood Sales Manager Sam Blackwood Graphic Design Karin Eberhardt Ruben Hernandez Photography Katharine Egli Vishu Magee Aya Trevino Contributing Writers Harvey Blaustein Andy Dennison Ted Dimond Teresa Dovalpage Vishu Magee Yvonne Pesquera

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Enchanted Homes April/May 2016, Vol. CVIII

A Letter from The Taos County Chamber of Commerce

16 Here & There 18 Bienvenidos 19 Real Estate Finance: Ted Dimond 22 BIM: Building Information Management 30 Feature Home: Chris and Elizabeth Mixson's El Salto Home 46 Building Green: Smart Heating Guide

58 9 Questions: Joan Duncan 'creatrix' 60 Hugh MacQueen: All About Lighting 62 Taos Map 64 Taos County Community Profile 65 Town of Taos Community Profile 66 Taos Ski Valley Community Profile 67 Red River Community Profile 68 Angel FIre Community Profile 69 Questa Community Profile

49 Realtor Profile: Lisa Davis

71 Taos County Chamber of Commerce Listings

52 Inside Out: Home Furnishings

79 Market Share: Harvey Blaustein

Cover Art: My Neighbor's House #993

By Mark Gould 30”x30” acrylic on panel Represented by Giacobbe-Fritz Fine Art 702 Canyon Road Santa Fe, NM 87501 505-986-1156 www.giacobbefritz.com Available for purchase – please contact gallery

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Elegant Garden Property In Los Altos

3BR/2BA/3883sf adobe beautifully appointed with marble finishes & upscale fixtures. Sunken great room with soaring viga ceiling, gourmet kitchen, conservatory, formal dining room with fp.

MLS 95338

$650,000

ING LIST W E N

Stately Historic Compound in Arroyo Seco

7BR/7BA & 7780 square feet comprising a 3037sf adobe main house, four adobe casitas totaling 3878sf plus studio apartment. Sculpture garden with artesian spring, year-round stream, 2.34 acres.

MLS 97824

$1,799,000

ING LIST W E N

Spectacular Views in Upper Colonias

Lovely Adobe in Upper Colonias

Impeccably maintained 3BR/2BA/2142sf adobe is move-in ready. High-end finishes, appealing design accents throughout, gated flagstone entry courtyard, walled back courtyard with hot tub.

3BR/2BA/2100sf home on 1.17 acres with front & back courtyards, attached 2-car garage with extra studio/office space, upscale fixtures & finishes. Contemporary Southwest style.

MLS 97936

MLS 97950

$512,000

$510,000

Town of Taos

Arroyo Seco

Town of Taos

2BR/2BA/2200sf home with 1BR/1BA/650sf guesthouse & oversized attached 2-car garage with workshop, tucked away on 0.56 acres on lovely, private residential street.

3BR/2BA/2507sf adobe with detached 2-car garage on one acre is ultra-convenient to Taos Ski Valley. Master suite features double-sided fireplace. Après-ski never felt so luxuriant!

2BR/3BA/2300sf adobe built circa 1920, remodeled 2006, on 0.45 acres in the Taos Historic District. Rich in character & style. Outer courtyard surrounds the property & four interior courtyards.

MLS 96898

MLS 97762

MLS 96952

$649,000

$595,000

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$625,000

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El Salto

Arroyo Hondo

Town of Taos

4BR/3BA/3759sf turnkey adobe home on 1.5 acres. Incredible views from indoors & out. Palladian windows, sophisticated gourmet kitchen, sunken living room, huge deck, idyllic mountain setting.

3BR/2BA/1601 sf adobe on 1.43 acres. Magnificent views, open floor plan, cozy wood stove, stainless steel appliances, ceramic tile floors, covered back porch.

8BR/8.5BA/5717sf comprises spacious main house, 3 casitas, & studio all on 0.5 acres with mature landscaping, private garden. A Historic District gem!

MLS 95967

MLS 94303

MLS 96179

$975,000

$285,000

$1,650,000

Pilar

Town of Taos

Tres Piedras

2BR/1BA/1300sf adobe, block, & frame house on 0.9 gorgeous acres with water rights. The original part of this home was built in 1788 but has modern conveniences.

2BR/1.5BA/1013sf two-story corner condo offers beautiful garden setting & ideal location. Balcony, private backyard, affordable HOA, low utility costs.

6BR/2BA/2000sf frame & strawbale home on 1.25 acres has fantastic southern exposure, lots of windows, excellent passive solar gain, beautiful land, & pretty views.

MLS 97031

MLS 97699

MLS 96942

$239,000

$258,500

$110,000

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Arroyo Seco

Questa

4BR/4BA/2952sf split-level home with attached 2-car garage on 2 acres with water rights. Stunning free-standing fireplace with copper hood, two master suites, landscaping, views.

3BR/2.5BA/2101sf contemporary adobe with attached 2-car garage on 0.86 acres with water rights & spectacular El Salto views. High ceilings, inviting open floor plan, kiva fireplaces.

Off the grid and out of sight, this 456sf one-room log cabin in Cabresto Canyon on 5.18 wooded acres was originally constructed in 1915. Get back to nature!

MLS 96826

MLS 93718

MLS 97042

$489,000

$398,000

$130,000

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CHARMING CONDO NEW

UPPER COLONIAS Bright spacious 2BR/2BA condo at Quail Ridge Casas! Great location between town & ski valley. Ideal for vacation or full time living. MLS 97905 $175,000 CALL JAN!

GRACIOUS ADOBE HOME UPPER COLONIAS Lovely 3 BR/2 BA Max Edelman true adobe home, beautiful finishes throughout, big views. Great location! Call for details and a showing.

MLS 97360 $435,000 CALL JAN!

Views!

LA BUENA VIDA TOWN SWEET 1BR/1BA corner unit at La Buena Vida. Walk to Taos Plaza shops & restaurants.

SW details include kiva fireplace, tile floors, vigas. Well maintained unit in a lovely compound. MLS 97123 $115,000 CALL JAN!

Location!

MARIPOSA RANCH DES MONTES Exceptional 14.4 acre lot in beautiful Mariposa Ranch with panoramic views! Utilities and shared well are in place, ready for your dream home. Intelligent covenants. Easy access to town and Taos Ski Valley.

MLS 94392 $229,000 CALL JAN!

Great Price! $99,500 • MLS #96572 • 360º views • Prime Blueberry Hill location • 2.90 Acres

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Corner of Paseo del Pueblo Norte & Civic Plaza Drive 800-829-8673

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Peter A. Lora

225 Kit Carson Road

575-758-3275 peter@theloraco.com

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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. This fine home has also been an excellent vacation rental. $499,000 MLS #93550 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3076231

CONTEMPORARY SOUTHWEST - Sleek 3BR/2.5BA new home. Quality construction, spacious 2,716 sq. ft. Open floor plan, upscale finishes. Full-length covered porch facing Taos Mtn. Great views in desirable Upper Colonias, just 5 minutes from Town, on the way to Ski Valley. $549,000 MLS #96646 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3579355

RARE 3BR/3BA CONDO - Walking distance to Plaza, shops, galleries, restaurants. Classic Taos style, kiva FP, upscale finishes, adobe construction.

Bonus room makes nice office. Third bdrm has own entrance, kitchenette, FP, and can be rented separately. Attached garage. $375,000 MLS #96753 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3589835

SWEET HOME IN TOWN – 3 BR/2BA with 1,967 sq. ft. of Taos

STYLISH & COMFORTABLE - 3BR/3BA w/ lots of windows, great views. Blend of traditional Taos & contemporary SW style. Top-of-the-line kitchen w/ Viking appliances, fine cabinetry. Walled courtyard w/ lovely garden. In quality Vista Linda neighborhood, just 12 minutes from Taos center, $479,000 MLS #97194

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FAB VIEWS, BORDERING INDIAN LAND - 3BR/3BA main home + 2BR/2BA guest house or rental. Main home has huge attached heated studio/workshop. Lovely walled courtyard w/ trees, gardens, hot tub. On 3 acres with magnificent views. 2-car garage + 2 carports. On north side with easy access to Town and Ski Valley. $575,000 MLS #97147 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3632508

MULTIPLE POSSIBILITIES – on this lovely residential tract 0.6 mi south of Taos Plaza. 1.47 acres makes a rare single-family home site; or R-4 zoning would allow subdivision and development. Includes an existing 4BR home + large detached studio/workshop. $400,000 MLS #96632

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charm. Inviting large living room with vigas, coved plaster and kiva FP. Nice kitchen opens to lovely fenced back yard with gardens & trees. Saltillo tile and hardwood floors. Located less than a mile from Taos Plaza, with easy access to restaurants, galleries, shops and museums.

$329,000 MLS #97590 http://view.paradym.com/3690501

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

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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 Chris Stagg, Associate Broker • (575) 776-7490 Peter Blake, Associate Broker • (575) 779-1869 Website: pinoninvestmentsoftaos.com E-mail: pinoneb@newmex.com

UPPER COLONIAS

SUEÑOS DE LA LOMA

Sophisticated Contemporary style in this Upper Colonias home on 1.4 acres with terrific Taos Mountain views. This 3 bedroom 2 bath house features recently remodeled baths, an office, yoga/exercise room with southern exposure and library with custom bookshelves.

The 19’ ceiling in the spacious living room has a wood ceiling with modern , light wooden beams and large sliding door opening to one of three patios. Each room has a sliding glass door opening on to a patio. Mechanical system totally upgraded with new furnace and on demand water heater. Hook up for hot tub, recreational vehicle, 2 car detached garage, frontage on Arroyo Seco stream and quiet setting at the end of the road makes this property a relaxed oasis in a green zone. Home is energy efficient with new heating systems and acrylic roof, which adds to insulating qualities. Alarm system installed. MLS #96763 $590,000

In town splendor, walk to the Plaza from this very light, bright and charming 2 story condo at Suenos de la Loma. Open floor plan features 12’ ceilings in living room with corner kiva fireplace and viga ceilings. Dining area opens to private patio with large cottonwood and zen garden. Soapstone counters in kitchen, stainless appliances and pantry. Upstairs master suite with walk in shower, and separate tub, hard wood floors and private balcony looks toward Taos Mountain. Separate space for office/studio or work out room has 2nd balcony for sunset views. Well designed unit with thoughtful window placement for privacy and enhanced views. MLS #97774 $387,000

TAOS SKI VALLEY

EL PRADO COMMERCIAL

Fully rented commercial building in El Prado with an additional 3.68 acre adjacent irrigated parcel attached. Well maintained, well constructed building of approximately 9500 sq ft with ample paved parking and easy access. MLS #97851 $1,250,000

UPPER COLONIAS

Territorial style 2 story home in Upper Colonias, 3 bedroom/2 bath home, features open floor plan with kitchen living and dining combo. Large windows with great views of Taos Mountain and sun room facing south for solar gain. Kiva fireplace, brick floors.

Kitchen features large pantry and under the counter washer and dryer. Outside storage building for gardening needs or recreational equipment/toys is included. MLS 97433 $325,00

Contemporary chalet in TSV with exquisite views of Kachina Peak, Al’s Run and Snakedance. Brad Reed designed, features cedar clad and corrugated metal exterior for the mining cabin look. Built by Colonias Builders and finished with the greatest attention to detail and quality. Two bedroom, two bath home, with beautiful wood floors & mahogany counter tops. Modern kitchen and open floor plan create soaring spaces for a light bright airy feel. Hot water in floor radiant heat throughout. Warm up by the fireplace and enjoy the coziness. Decks off of both living room and 2nd story master suite. A zen like space to call your own! MLS #97959 $800,000

ARROYO SECO ADOBE

Capture the best of all worlds in this exquisite adobe in Los Altos, 3 bedroom/2 bath with open floor plan and spectacular views of El Salto Mountain and Hondo Canyon. An Old World feel with an up to date look. Complete kitchen remodel includes Sub Zero fridge, Wolf range, Asko dw and granite slab lava countertops. Private master suite with corner kiva fireplace, walk in closet. Master bath has separate tub and walk in shower with frameless glass door. Project includes club house with indoor pool and tennis court. A 10 minute ride to TSV and short walk to the charming village of Arroyo Seco.

A great family retreat or an excellent rental. Soak in the star light and mountain views from outside redwood hot tub! MLS 97793 $515,888

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

The Taos community welcomes new residents to enjoy our glorious sun-filled days and star-filled nights.

Explore your new home by driving the Enchanted Circle. Go around the 87-mile-loop that encompasses our communities of Questa, Red River, Eagle Nest, Angel Fire, Taos, Taos Pueblo and the Taos Ski Valley to see beautiful views of the mountains. Find your perfect home in the pages of this Enchanted Homes magazine.

Join your new community at free events like the Taos County Chamber of Commerce’s Home and Garden Expo that will be held April 23 at the Taos Youth & Family Center, Mother’s Day Juried Arts & Crafts Fair in Kit Carson Park on May 6, 7 and 8, and for the opening night of Taos Plaza Live on May 26 on Historic Taos Plaza.

Photo by Katharine Egli

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!

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.

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

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Welcome and enjoy our wonderful Taos County!

Executive Director Taos County Chamber of Commerce

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NEW LISTING

CANON CONDO

1283 MESA VISTA Great location in the Blueberry Hill area. Adobe main house with frame casita. 2 rental properties or live in 1 and rent out the other. Great location close to schools, medical facilities, consumer services, and recreation venues. The main house has 2 kiva fireplaces, tile and brick floors, vigas in the ceiling, brightly colored tile counter tops in the kitchen and an overall great ambiance. Property has .75 acres with latilla fencing, nice gardens and mature trees, as well as mountain views. Asking $299,000

FORECLOSURE

NEW LISTING IN TOWN

324 SPRUCE Great location in town on Spruce Street with mature landscaping, Contemporary home with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and approx 2157 sq ft on .42 acres. 2 car garage with bathroom and oversized carport. MLS 97409 Asking $469, 900

2.92 ACRES IN TOWN

GREAT LOCATION with mountain views, located in town, with utilities at lot line and water rights. Access off paved road. Property is completely fenced and can be subdivided into 3 parcels: 2 one acre parcels, and one parcel of .92 acres MLS 97098 Asking $174,900

NEW LISTING

108 QUEMADO ROAD Beautifully maintained home in idyllic setting. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths with approx 2283 sq ft on 2 acres. Lush gardens with fruit trees and foothill views. There is also a greenhouse and a dog pen. MLS 97265 Asking $317,000

SELLER EXTREMELY MOTIVATED!! Beautiful custom 2 bdrm condo with foothill views and cool Canon breezes. Separate living areas with 2 kiva fireplaces, vigas in the ceilings, tile flooring, radiant heat. Make yourself at home in the oversized Master Suite with kiva fireplace, jetted bathtub for two, and private courtyard that opens out to rolling hills with prairie grasses. Upstairs bdrm & bath with Artist’s studio space and plenty of natural light.

MLS 94302 Asking $169,000

Excellent location and income stream for this triplex. Centrally located in town. Walk to Smiths, shops, restaurants, plaza. 3 units rented on 12 month leases. Triplex is in excellent condition. MLS 97823 Asking $479,000

BEST VALUE IN TOWN

LARGE HOME in town, convenient to schools, medical facilities, consumer services, and recreation venues. 2834 square feet with 3 bedrooms, and 3 baths. Upstairs has large master suite plus l bedroom and l bath, living room, kitchen and dining area. Also a breezeway for storage. Downstairs has large family room/living room, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, and laundry room. Perfect for guests or as in-law quarters.

MLS 96945 Asking $244,900

NEW LISTING

255 VIA DEL REY Large home in great location close to golfing, skiing, tennis, fishing. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, approx 2500 square feet on .75 acres with attached, heated 2 car garage. Back yard is completely fenced and the front yard has many aspen trees. 4th bedroom is currently being used as a family room. Most of the furnishings are included.

MLS 97671 Asking $399,000

EXCELLENT LOCATION

325A SPRUCE Excellent location in the Historic District on Spruce Lane. Walk to restaurants, shops,galleries,the plaza, and the park. 3 bedrooms 2 baths, 2471 square feet on .25 ac, with attached 1car garage, fenced yard, flagstone courtyard, 3 kiva fireplaces, new carpeting in several rooms.

MLS 97623 Asking $399,900

NEW LISTING

48 GALLEGOS ROAD Large country home with 2541 sq ft on .75 acres with irrigation ditch and foothill views. Close to skiing, hiking, fishing. Located on quiet dead-end street. Features 4 bedrooms and 2 baths.

Upstairs has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and a large den or living room. Downstairs has kitchen, laundry, l bedroom and l bath, with large living room and dining room.

MLS 97399 Asking $189,000

EDELWEISS LODGE AND SPA TAOS SKI VALLEY’S PREMIER SKI-IN/SKI-OUT CONDOMINIUMS Luxurious one, two, or three bedroom units available.

Turnkey with great rental history and on-site management.

Property amenities: spa, exercise room, hot tub, dry sauna, boot lockers with dryers, owner storage, underground parking, game room, and café, bar, and restaurant. Solid HOA with healthy capital reserve.

MLS# 93775...Unit 409...$595,000...2BR/2BA SOLD! MLS# 93774...Unit 212...$541,000...2BR/2BA ACT CONTR MLS# 97871...3BR/3BA...$965,000 UNDER

LUXURIOUS CONDO’s at the ST. MORITZ!

WORLD CLASS LOCATION just 2 minutes from the slopes; maybe even closer. Quality Construction, Beautiful Architecture, Scenic Views, AND LOW HOA DUES make this project very attractive. All Units feature Granite Counters, Kitchen Aid Stainless Appliances, Patio’s & Balconies, & Gas Fireplaces. Take advantage of locker room on ground floor and your own ski closet! These condo’s are the best value in Taos Ski Valley!

MLS# 91263 .......Unit 101 .........$399,000 ............1BR MLS# 91264 .......Unit 102 .........$399,000 ............1BR MLS# 91268 .......Unit 302 .........$499,900 ............2BR MLS# 91270 .......Unit 402 .........$439,000 ............1BR

RESIDENTIAL LOTS IN TAOS SKI VALLEY MLS # 95878...$325,000................ .90 acres MLS # 95643...$279,000............... 1.14 acres MLS # 95644...$299,000................1.20 acres MLS # 97079...$339,000................ .66 acres

WELL BUILT MOUNTAIN HOME

Delightful Mountain Home With Excellent Alpine Views!! World Class Location, just a mile from Taos Ski Valley. Upscale Modular home with impressive Concrete Pillars! Rustic, well decorated, and charming. Top 2 floors are primary residence, with 3BRs and 1 bath. Elegant Master Bedroom on top floor with Scenic Balcony! Bottom Floor is it’s own residence with 2BRs and one bath. Owner currently rents out bottom floor for impressive short term rental income. Efficient Wood stoves on first 2 floors! Modern Hot Tub included.

LOTS IN AMIZETTE

Commercial and residential lots available in all prices and sizes. Located on the highway or tucked away from the road. A variety of opportunities available!

MLS # 92137...$159,000................ .76 acre MLS # 92139...$159,000................ .77 acre MLS # 92140...$199,000................ 1.8 acres MLS # 92135...$ 99,000................ .46 acre

MLS # 97944 ......... $499,000......... 5BR / 2BA

ELEGANT HOME IN TAOS

SNAKEDANCE CONDOMINIUMS

Elegant ski-in/ski-out condominiums, steps from the slopes.

Granite countertops, stone tile floors, travertine tiles in bath, gas log fireplaces. First class amenities include ski-valet, hot tub/ sauna, locker/exercise and massage room, restaurant, bar and package/convenience/deli store. On site management company with a proven record and aggressive promotion make these condos convenient and a great investment.

MLS# 89887….Unit 309….$449,000…2BR/2BA MLS# 92781….Unit 406…..$549,000…3BR/3BA MLS# 89854….Unit 402…..$549,000…3BR/3BA MLS# 97617.…Unit 305…..$349,000…1BR/1BA

TOP FLOOR WHEELER PEAK CONDO

Not only does this luxurious Wheeler Peak condo have glorious views, it is also the #1 VRBO property in Taos Ski Valley. Enjoy the world class location, just a short walk to chair 4, snow shoeing, & hiking. This 2 br unit has an additional HUGE loft that serves as a 3rd bedroom. All of the upscale furnishings, furniture, & appliances are INCLUDED in this sale!

Once you compare our quality, square footage, and price to other condo’s in TSV; you will see that this unit is a TRUE value! Enjoy High Ceilings, Un Matched Scenery & LOCATION!

MLS # 97284 ......... $499,000......... 2BR & Loft, 2 baths

Upscale Remodeled home that is literally, JUST LIKE BRAND NEW!! “Taos Mountain Builders” has replaced EVERYTHING including; All Plumbing lines & fixtures, Boiler, Entire Electrical Service, Roof, Stucco, Dry Wall, Insulation, Windows, Doors, Carpet, Tile, Cabinets, Counter Tops, Ceiling Fans; You Name It, It’s been Replaced! This Home comes with a full 1 Year Warranty, just like a NEW HOME! Featuring; Granite Counter Tops, Stainless “Whirlpool” Appliances, “Sierra Pacific” Windows, Hickory Floors, Fiberglass Exterior Doors, 6 Panel Interior Doors, Ceiling Fans, Covered Deck, Vigas, & Much Much More! A New Lot & New Construction will cost you MUCH, MUCH MORE! MLS # 97900 ......... $390,000......... 3BR / 2BA

LET US SHOW YOU THE BEAUTY OF EXCLUSIVE

HISTORIC CHAMBERS RANCH 2,840 Acres. Remote, quiet and beautiful, yet only 1 mile off of US 285 in Tres Piedras. Arroyo Aguaje de la Petaca passes through property with lush vegetation and numerous Petroglyphs. Big sky views in all directions.

MLS#97052 $2,690,000

NEW LISTING

QUINTESSENTIAL 2 story 3 bed/2 bath adobe home with guest house on 3+ pastoral acres in Des Montes with wonderful Taos Mountain views and farmhouse style kitchen with antique stove. This unique property offers unlimited potential. Call for more details! $399,000

SANDOVAL-HUSTON ORIGINAL The artists personal residence exemplifies the essence of Northern New Mexico. A 3000 sq. ft. adobe home, guest house, chapel, and even adobe chicken coop are nestled among trees, with inspiring Taos Mountain views. This is an original, no lithographs or Giclee versions will ever be available!

MLS#96729 $939,000 taosnewmexico.com/sandoval/

NEW LISTING

LOVELY & SPACIOUS 4 bed/2.5 bath home in one of the most sought after neighborhoods in Taos, close to schools, shopping & movie theater. Well-maintained 1880 sq ft split floor plan home w/ 2 car garage on a sizable .25 acre lot. Features include wood flooring, vigas, radiant floor heat fenced back yard.

MLS #97911 $399,000

UNDER CONTRACT

TAOS CHARM Original adobe restored as a treasured vacation home with a guesthouse or second rental unit. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac with mature trees and lawn all within walking distance to Taos Plaza. The Guesthouse is an updated 1 Bed/1Bath with a separate entrance. “OWNER FINANCING!” MLS#97057 $387,000

FORMER RESTAURANT & GALLERY The “House of Taos”, an El Prado landmark, backs up to Pueblo Land for unobstructed Taos Mountain views. Perfect for residential or commercial use. Highway frontage but set back far enough for quietness and privacy.

Plans available for conversion to residential home.

MLS#92856 $269,000

TAOS

NEW LISTING

3 ACRES WEIMER FOOTHILLS Knockout of a home with unbeatable views! 3 Bed/2.5 Bath impeccably constructed & maintained home on 3 very private acres, in the midst of forested Weimer Foothills. Amenities include gourmet kitchen, 2 fireplaces, luxury baths, lot of built-ins, heated outside studio and superb outdoor living spaces. MLS #97947 $775,000

NEW LISTING

RIO EMBUDO FRONTAGE. Magical 7.3 acre property in the quaint village of Dixon with almost 1,000’ frontage on the sparkling Embudo River. The 2000+ sq. ft. 3 bed/1 bath home is very livable but in need of some TLC. This former orchard has huge acequias to keep the land irrigated. MLS#97580 $397,000

PRICE REDUCTION

CASA ENCANTADA This lovely condo on tree-lined Liebert St. has it all: 1 bed/ 1bath, sun-filled rooms with fine craftsmanship and amenities throughout plus low HOA fees. Beautiful common grounds and charming patio. Leisurely 10 minute stroll to Taos Plaza.

MLS#96724 $187,000

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MLS # 96846 $149,000 MLS Call # 94181 Chamisa Vista (1.25&ac) $85,000 John for more information to view this trulystreet spacious and is well built. Many custom touches including horses! as a single family home. The large apartment upstairs can easily be converted to huge Master Suite. In addition, there is a one bedas a single family home. The large apartment upstairs can easily be converted to huge Master Suite. In addition, there is a one bedlandscaped with dripbe irrigation, running stream along border This and private 0.62 acresmay as a single family home. The large apartment upstairs can easily be converted to huge Master Suite. In addition, there is a one bedspectacular land in Des Montes. archways, lighting plan, inlay slate finishes, split cedar ceilings, that added to the purchase. property has been completely refurbished.

Call us today for your private tour. room house across the street that may be added to the purchase. This property has been completely refurbished. Call us today for for pond.

2 Car Garage, Sq ft all on 2.94 acres. Call us today!

Lease Type: Month2,979 to Month room house across the street that may be added to the purchase. This property has been completely refurbished. Call us today and skylights. This home with delight! room house across the street that may be added to the purchase. This property has been completely refurbished. Call us today for MLS # 97687 (Commercial) & MLS # 97817 (Residential) Asking $995,000 Shared Well & Utilities at or near lots your private tour. MLS # 97687 (Commercial) & MLS # 97817 (Residential) Asking $995,000 your private tour. MLS # 97687 (Commercial) & MLS # 97817 (Residential) Asking $995,000 MLS # 97589 Now $ 449,500 MLS # 95220 Hwy 230 2.77 ac $199,000 MLS# 97093 $879,000 your private tour. MLS # 97687 (Commercial) & MLS # 97817 (Residential) Asking $995,000 MLS # 96820 $575,000

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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.

MLS# 92014

$299,900

Supremely el saltao

Located within the private community of the Huggett Estate is a stunning 5.39 acre parcel 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.

MLS # 95984

$579,000

Top of the world

TOP OF THE WORLD. Located In the heart of El Salto, this five bedroom, three bath plus office & wine room Is the perfect family retreat. Be mesmerized by the sound of the stream, the views of the mountains and the quiet forest setting, Top of the World...Situated in the heart of El Salto this 5bed/3bath plus An open floor plan office & wine rm is the perfect family retreat. You will be mesmerized by the living the sound of the stream, the viewsIncludes of the mountains and the quietness of room, kitchen this neighborhood! The top floor holds the cook’s MS & office.

The main floor large dinlng with an open floor plan includes theand living room, cook’sarea. kitchen & large dining rm. These rooms all have maple flooringaround & large windows to The wrap capture the natural light & incredible views.

The wrapoff around deck and deck & balcony balcony off the kitchen allows for easy Property is beautifulthe entertaining. kitchen allows ly landscaped with drip irrigation, running stream along border and for easy flow and private pond. 2 Car Garage, 2,979 Sq ft all on 2.94 acres. Call us today! entertaining all year. $879,000 MLS# 97093

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Great community with upscale homes. Gently sloping hills feature spectacular views of mountains to the north and east. Only a short distance to the Rio Grande Gorge. Numerous hiking and horse trails in the area.

Pueblo adobe and territorial homes are featured in the community. A variety of building sites exist on this wonderful lot. Horses are allowed. A nice opportunity to build the home of your dreams.

MLS # 94437 MLS # 94438

MLS # 97093

Lot 2 Lot 4

12 + Acres 12 + Acres

$144,000 $144,000

Located off Hwy 230, close to the lovely town of Arroyo Seco & the world famous Taos Ski Valley, this stunning 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. 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 # 96479

1.38 ac

$99,000

This little gem will surprise you. Well maintained inside and out this well constructed little abode is move-in ready. Set in a quiet spot the house sits off to one side of a large beautiful green field. Lots of room for another dwelling or a big agricultural greenhouse. The home has a fireplace and large windows in the living area, a country kitchen with open area, recently plastered walls, wood floors and bedroom with shared bath. Mud room too. There are 1400 sf of out buildings that needs a little love...but could be usable. This is worth a look. Call us for a tour.

(2,979 sq ft with Bedrooms, 3 2.77 Baths, all on 2.94 ac) MLS #595220 ac 2 car garage $199,000

MLS # 96764

Asking $879,000

$195,000

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$799,900

2952 sq. ft., 2 acres MLS 96826

2873 sq. ft., 0.34 acres MLS 701613

This spectacular split-level home with an attached two-car garage offers water rights, landscaped courtyards, and stunning mountain views. The living room, dining room, and kitchen are on an open floor plan, which allows you to enjoy the striking free-standing gas-log fireplace with custom copper hood whether you’re entertaining, dining, or cooking. The first floor features two master suites, one with a kiva fireplace, the other with a deck--and both are serene havens. Upstairs you’ll find the studio, another beautiful deck, and two guestrooms, each with access to a Jack-and-Jill bath. This is a sophisticated custom home in an incredible pastoral setting-country living done right!

Constructed by one of the area’s finest builders, this custom home brings together a thoughtful and elegant floor plan and elevation aesthetics in an ideal location, Engineer Village, Durango Mountain Resort’s most popular single-family home subdivision, with out-the-door access to the pristine San Juan National Forest. This home on a corner lot maximizes its exceptional views while minimizing impact from neighboring homes. High–end finishes, two separate living spaces, 30foot floor-to-ceiling windows. Fully furnished turnkey home with a double-sided fireplace between the main floor master bedroom and bath, wet bar, loft.

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This beautiful 3 bedroom 2 bathroom 1900 sf pueblo style home has 3 kiva fireplaces, vigas and the Old Taos feeling. Surrounded by a well manicured backyard with fire pit and flagstone pathway. Walking distance to the Plaza, main Post office, restaurants, breweries and Kit Carson Park events. What else could you need...location, location, location! $399,000 MLS#97831

Large sunny rambling authentic adobe home in the Upper Colonias area, on 4.5 acres with a barn for horses with attached 1 br, 1 ba guest house with a kitchen. Main house has 4 br, 4 ba. One bedroom is a lockoff with separate entrance. Great bones! Big vigas, kiva fireplace in the cozy dining area, antique wood cook stove, cherry cabinets, 2 very large bedrooms, 2 regular sized bedrooms. The sunny guest house is attached to the sturdy barn.$475,000 MLS#97748

Conveniently located just a block west of the plaza on Ranchitos Road. This 2BR/2BA home on .17 acre has beautiful hardwood floors and nicely done remodel of bathrooms and kitchen. Additional .22 acres available on an adjacent lot. $350,000 MLS#97698

Artisan Charm is felt through out this home. Large Attic space adds great potential for expansion! Great fixer upper! 1 BR 1 BA with a 2 car detached garage on ½ acre located in Tres Piedras. $78,650 MLS#97597

Sustainable , Solar, off Grid Straw Bale Home. Live in comfort and leave almost no footprint in this spacious , contemporary home . No utility bills! Wonderful details highlight this bright space , including growing fruit in the grey water garden that spans the living room.

Open concept floor plan with vaulted ceilings ,makes this a great home for entertaining and families. Tons of storage inside and out.

Mature landscaping, fruit trees , berries and lots of organic growing space. Walled courtyard, fences and fenced yard for your pets . This home is an UPSCALE Sustainable Community $329,000 MLS#97596

Attractive Pueblo style 2 bedroom 2 bath home on 10 acres. Two car heated garage, laundry room. Quality construction with saltillo tile floors and big vigas. Radiant in floor heating. Skylights. Heated garage could become a large bedroom, or many other uses. Patio overlooks Bighorn sheep range. Deep well. Splendid views of Taos Mountain and the Sangre de Cristos from the large living room windows. The property is adjacent to the Rio Grande del Norte National Monument boundary and BLM public lands.$395,000 MLS#97253

New kitchen, bathrooms, plumbing, electrical, septic, hot water heater, windows, additional insulation on outside new stucco,heating system new kiva fireplace, appliances. Nice new carpet in bedrooms, hardwood floors in living room. Great sunroom,. Sq ft does not include the large 288 square foot studio/workshop. Nice covered patio, single car garage plus single car carport. Nice office or formal dining room. Must see to appreciate! $319,500 MLS#97251

This property is located just a few minute drive to the Plaza and has a strong rental history. The house includes a Mother in law unit which has a full bath and kitchen. The property has a lot of potential as a family could live in the main house while generating rental income from the adjoining unit.$176,000 MLS#97286

This one will go fast because it’s an adorable old adobe with great bone structure. Pine planks adorn the great room, vigas, large high-quality wood stove at one end of the living room and a thermostatically-controlled gas fireplace centrally located in the den. The bedroom and den area are quite spacious with lots of light. Many large closet spaces. $149,000 MLS#97209.

Beautiful landscaping surrounds this lovingly cared for pueblo style adobe home. This sunny and warm 3 bedroom, 2 bath has a spacious living room, kitchen, dining area that is perfect for great entertaining. Tile flooring , vigas , latillas, kiva fireplaces, skylights, smooth plaster , nichos , adobe courtyards and stellar energy efficient in floor radiant heat keeps you toasty warm all winter. Plus a two car garage that has vigas in ceiling. $429,000 MLS#96853

Wonderfully maintained old adobe ready to move in!. This 2 bedroom, 2 bath home is very comfortable with a nice out-door front and back area. Just a short block to the Historic Ranchos Plaza area containing the San Francisco de Asis Mission, restaurants and galleries. $259,000 MLS#96474

Very central, easy-in, easy-out location for a variety of commercial activities. Unit housed a successful dental practice for 10 years until the dentist retired. The unit was outfitted for said dental practice with loads of pretty maple cabinetry. Electrical outlets and water and drain lines in the floor. These improvements make the space perfect for a variety of new uses as well. $296,000 MLS#97867

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Large sunny rambling authentic adobe home in the Upper Colonias area, on 4.5 acres with a barn for horses with attached 1 bedroom, 1 bath guest house with a kitchen. Main house has 4 bedrooms, 4 baths. One bedroom is a lockoff with separate entrance. Great bones! Big vigas, kiva fireplace in the cozy dining area, antique wood cook stove, cherry cabinets, 2 very large bedrooms, 2 regular sized bedrooms. Big bright windows, new boiler for radiant floor heating and domestic hot water, on natural gas. The sunny guest house is attached to the sturdy barn.

Deluxe chicken coop, and raised bed gardens and a pond. It’s a lot for the price!

MLS #97748 $475,000

Attractive Pueblo style 2 bedroom 2 bath home on 10 acres. Two car heated garage, laundry room. Quality construction with saltillo tile floors and big vigas. Radiant in floor heating. Skylights. Heated garage could become a large bedroom, or many other uses. Just the right amount of attractive landscaping.

Patio overlooks Bighorn sheep range. Deep well. Splendid views of Taos Mountain and the Sangre de Cristos from the large living room windows. The property is adjacent to the Rio Grande del Norte National Monument boundary and BLM public lands. Just hop the fence and walk to the rim of the Rio Grande Gorge.

Check out the map link for location, it’s amazing! Just a quick drive to the Ski Valley Road, or Taos shopping.

MLS #97253 $395,000 132 acres on the Mora River in the Chacon Valley, near Mora, NM. Beautiful quiet green valley, off the beaten path. Two monolithic dome houses occupy a rise above the meadow. The back of the property is forested. An old adobe house sits low near the river. The beautifully finished main dome is 3900 sf, 3 br, 3 1/2 baths, the guesthouse dome is 1100 sf, a 2 bd 1 bath. There is significant water storage capacity in two 10K gallon cisterns, housed in 2 large quonset buildings.

Lots of room for animals.

MLS#95474 $875,000

LAND OPPORTUNITIES

20 Half Moon Rd. 1.02 Acres $60,000 MLS# 96569

Off Chamisa Road 6 Acres

Ovejeros Road 1 Acre

Lot 9 Arroyo del Alamo Circle 3.23 Acres $40,000 MLS# 95573

$45,000 MLS# 96295

$299,000 MLS# 96154

1 Canada del Agua 3 Acres

$75,000 MLS# 94861

142 Blueberry Hill Rd. 6.18 Acres $126,000 MLS# 92793

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AT THE GOLF COURSE—4000 SQ FT HOME PLUS GUESTHOUSE Beautiful pumice two bedroom, two bath home with a one car garage in the heart of Taos. This well appointed home is furnished with wonderful southwestern furniture with great privacy for guests with the guest bedroom and den on the opposite side of the master. Just move in, relax and take your walk to the Taos Plaza. Must see to appreciate. MLS 96720 $498,000

PERFECT COMMERCIAL LOCATION

Great opportunity for this commercial building with plenty of parking, highway frontage with high traffic count. Seller will modify property to buyer’s “Build-to-Suit” requirements either as a whole or in sections for multi-users.. 69 parking spaces.

MLS 97552 $1,200,000

It just doesn’t get any better than this! Spacious and grand home on 3 acres with a separate guesthouse, 3 FIREPLACES, OPEN CONCEPT LIVING. Call for a private showing. Large courtyard in front and back of house. Guesthouse has a fireplace, 2 bedrooms plus wrap-around courtyard. MLS 93531 Now $679,000

WALK TO EVERYWHERE DOWNTOWN FROM THIS CHARMING DUPLEX

Never miss another event in town again! Why rent when you can own this nice duplex downtown... rent one side, live in the other.

Great investment! Each side has 2 bedrooms 2 baths, vigas, wood floors, washer/dryer hookups. Just 2 blocks from the town square.

MLS 97654 $375,000

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IMMACULATE NORTHSIDE CONDO 3 bdrms/2 baths, large living & dining areas, easy access to Town & the Ski Valley. Open floor plan, rock fireplace, & deck. Private, fenced patio with built-in storage, Beautiful mature trees & grassy lawn common area. $137,900 MLS#96352

Prime Location on Civic Center Drive

COMMERCIAL BUILDING on busy street convenient to Kit Carson Park and Taos Plaza area.

Property is 3300 square feet, currently housing two rental units, but with partitions allowing for up to three units. Long and stable rental history. Street plus additional parking behind building on Martyrs Lane. $495,000 MLS#96789

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Vegas de Taos Gem Downtown Taos

Light & Bright family home on Valverde Street with 3BD/2.5BA/2CG and featuring two fireplaces, a walled in courtyard, vaulted ceiling, great views and large decks. This spacious, split level home has a family room downstairs offering privacy and opening to a lovingly terraced backyard. $423,000

Urban Condo

Enjoy energy efficient “green” living from this 3BD/3BA downtown condo at Central Station. Just steps from Taos Plaza, this unit features crisp lines, fireplaces, skylights, upscale lighting and outdoor privacy.

MLS# 95152 Reduced to $345,000

Let the Sunshine In! Cheerful, charming & comfortable describe this two bedroom, two bath gem in Vegas de Taos.

Tall ceilings with Vigas, a Kiva fireplace and windows that frame Taos Mountain, enhance the formality of the living area. The open floor-plan with tiled kitchen island and a patio door evoke a warm country feeling while located in the middle of town. Windows throughout make this home light and bright and a perfect place for starting out or downsizing. The well-manicured fenced-in grounds have an aspen grove, fruit trees and a few covered portals to relax under. A stately cottonwood tree along with low maintenance landscaping grace the front of the home’s circle driveway. MLS# 97948 $345,000

Vista Linda Custom Home

Bells, Whistles and Views Galore are featured in this formal 3BD/2BA/ 2CG custom home with stunning views. Upscale kitchen w/granite & stainless steel, travertine tile floors & baths. Fireplaces in the living room, master bedroom and even the outdoor covered portal. MLS# 97948 $439,000

Canon Foothills

“Old Taos” hacienda with guest casitas, writer’s cabin, outdoor kitchen, ponds, waterfalls and spectacular views. One of a kind old growth property that meanders among pinons, junipers, abundant fruit trees and room for the horses and chickens. MLS# 97208 Reduced to $693,000

BIENVENIDOS 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

RANCHOS DE TAOS The centerpiece of Ranchos de Taos, south of the town, is San Francisco de Asís Catholic Church, one of the most photographed and painted churches in the country. The historic plaza in front of the church features small shops and restaurants to explore.

The accident that started the Taos art colony: Ernest Blumenschein poses by the wagon near Taos in 1898. Blumenschein and his travel partner, Bert Phillips, stayed in Taos and helped establish the town’s reputation as an artists’ colony.

Bert Phillips, Courtesy Palace of the Governors Photo Archives (NMHM/DCA), 040377

Real Estate Finance

ARMs and fixed-rate loans

by Ted Dimond Conventional mortgage loans are typically offered as fixed rates amortized over 30 or 15 years, for example, or as adjustable rate mortgages (ARMs) that are most often amortized over 30 years. As the terms imply, a fixed-rate mortgage is fixed at a specific interest rate for the lifetime of the loan and an adjustable-rate mortgage, well, adjusts.

A fixed-rate loan, the most common among homeowners, is the most conservative approach to borrowing, that is, a long-term loan with a completely predictable monthly payment.

ARMs typically start at a lower rate and therefore have a lower monthly payment than a fixed-rate loan. But at some point, depending upon the type of ARM, the rate changes according to a specific formula. Generally an ARM will create savings through the fixed period of the loan but its rate is then determined by the market and carries the risk of going higher thereby increasing monthly payments. It’s also possible that an ARM will go down in rate. The holder of such a note is taking the risk of playing a market.

Adjustable-rate mortgages are tied to an index and a margin, which together determine the adjustment of the rate at the end of a fixed period and then, in most cases, annually thereafter through the life of the loan.

ARMs are fixed for various periods of time depending upon the type.

In most cases the ARM with the shortest fixed period carries the lowest introductory rate. ARMs can be fixed for six months or a year but most ARM products are fixed for three, five or seven years. In most cases a borrower opts for a 3/1, 5/1 or 7/1 ARM. In each case the first number refers to the period of time the rate is fixed at its start (or introductory) rate and the second number refers to how often the rate adjusts after that.

So a 3/1 ARM is fixed for three years and then adjusts annually for the lifetime of the loan. The 5/1 and 7/1 behave the same but each is locked at its initial rate for 5 or 7 years respectfully.

The rules for each ARM vary slightly. For example, in most cases, a 3/1 ARM can adjust up or down no more than 2 percent on its initial adjustment (after 36 months), as well as on each subsequent adjustment.

Typically the lifetime cap for the ARM is a total of 5 percent. A 5/1 and 7/1 behave similarly but in most cases can adjust up to 5 percent above start rate on the first adjustment (after 60 or 84 months respectively) and then no more than 2 percent each subsequent adjustment. In most cases these ARMs also have a lifetime cap of 5 percent.

The ARMs adjust according to a pre-determined index and margin. For example the index can be rates on one-, three- or five-year treasury securities, the Cost of Funds Index (COFI) or most commonly in the mortgage world, the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR). This is the average rate that leading London Banks claim they are being charged when borrowing from other banks and is the index currently most often used with mortgage ARMs. Each of these indices can be found weekly in the Wall Street Journal or online. In most all of the ARMs that mortgage brokers secure the index is the one-year LIBOR and the margin is 2.25 percent. Therefore at the end of the three-, five- or seven-year period the rate will adjust to whatever the LIBOR is plus 2.25 percent as it will each year thereafter confined by the annual caps described earlier.

While the formula for adjusting rates is pre-determined there has often been controversy regarding conjecture that the LIBOR was being manipulated to benefit some banks and investors. This was part of the criminal charges against Barclay Bank and other members banks in 2012.This is fodder for another column but for now the point is that while these indices appear to be mathematically fixed they are instead based, at least in part, by what banks report.

Currently the one-year LIBOR rate is 1.16 percent. A year ago at this time the rate was .67 percent. If one had a 3/1 ARM that was set to adjust this month, the rate would adjust to 1.16 plus 2.25 percent for a rate of 3.41 percent. This is lower than current 30 year rates which are about 3.75 percent this month. Currently the start rate on a 3/1 ARM is about 2.875 percent and that would be your rate for three years. If your 3/1 ARM was adjusting this month, your rate would increase to the 3.41 percent.

The obvious question is should one take out a fixed mortgage or an ARM. The answer is: it depends. The analysis is dependent upon how long the borrower expects to keep the mortgage and how important a fixed rate is to one’s financial planning. If the borrower expects to sell the house or pay off the mortgage within five to seven years, then an ARM will most likely save the borrower a great deal of money. If instead one expects to keep the house more than seven to ten years and has no expectation of lowering the principal other than through monthly payments, a fixed rate may feel more secure and would protect the borrower against any great increase in the LIBOR over time.

Regardless when securing a mortgage either to purchase or refinance a home it makes sense to have this conversation with your broker or banker to determine what mortgage product best suits your needs.

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 FARM

Big skies, solitude and sunsets over El Pedernal Electric, well-share, graveled road, phone at lot.

Additional lots available.

Spectacular views • Dead-end road Irrigated acerage Sensible restrictions El Prado Water & Sewer

MLS 97005 $49,900

MLS 97763 2.5 acres $106,250 MLS 97791 2 acres $130,000

Turn-key working farm • 4 br, 3 ba elegant farm house 3397 sq ft • Two master suites • Library • Chef’s kitchen 31+ secluded acres • 18 + irrigated acres • 5 wells, 2-car garage Studio/Workshop/Office • 4200 sq ft fully automated greenhouse • ~4 miles to the Plaza

MLS 96989 $875,000

ELEGANT CONDO

COMMERCIAL IN PEÑASCO

Off Burch street – 2bed/2 bath adobe condo; Nona Wesley designed with kiva, 2 patios and a deck; concrete floors, Talavera tile, plaster walls; set among soaring willows and a pond. Extensive vacation rental history.

Well maintained commercial building on NM 73 with 10 parking spaces, good outdoor lighting, wheel chair ramp, 3 ADA baths; reception area, 6 private offices. Priced to sell.

MLS 96787 $338,000

MLS 97694 $229,000

DIXON SMALL FARM

PIED-Á-TERRE

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 pied-á-terre, near Plaza/Cids, easy rental with Saltillo tile, berber carpet and tile counters.

With off-street parking and on-site laundry.

Cute corner unit on second floor.

MLS 95971 $170,000

MLS 95766 $68,000

RANCHOS INCOME PROPERTY

• Vista de Taos Mobile Home Park • 10 slots (6 occupied) • Permitted septic • 2.99 acres

• Room to build a home • Rents are below market • 2 wells • Priced to sell

MLS 97628 $355,000

Architect Doug Patterson on building information modeling

By Andy Dennison

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ver since 2007, Living Design Group has existed in another dimension – and so have the engineers and consultants who work with them.

What’s called Building Information Modeling, or BIM, begins the planning and design phase with a working model of the building in three dimensions – not like the 2D plans of old.

“It’s changed the way of doing business forever,” said Doug Patterson, architect-owner of Living Design Group.

“A building is three dimensional but, until BIM, we had to represent it in two dimensions.”

For years, a common sight at all commercial construction projects has been a thick roll of 60, 70, maybe more drawings sitting on a sawhorse table in

the middle of things. Many times a day, project engineers, managers and subs would finger through the stack, find the one they needed, and lay it out. Then they’d roll them back up for the next guy.

Not any more.

Right from the get-go, the architects can input a combination of “objects” — total square footage, the shape of a room, the placement of windows — into a software program that renders a three-dimensional model. As another aspect is added to the design, an updated 3D version appears. And, as structural, mechanical or electrical engineers join into the design process, the model gets more and more complicated — but is always easy to see, especially since the model is stored via cloud computing (on the Internet) from where it can be easily accessed and modified by any and all involved.

“BIM really increased the coordination during the design process and eliminates much of the back and forth between architect and engineers that happened before,” Patterson said.

“BIM allows us all to visualize the project as it is being designed. Where it would take us two days and two dedicated computers to make changes to drawings, now it takes about two hours. And it’s pretty much put our printer out of business.”

BIM is especially useful for larger, commercial projects. Living Design Group has used it on a number of local projects, like the Enos Garcia Elementary School expansion and the ongoing renovations of Rio Grande and Bataan Halls for UNM-Taos.

“The 3D software is so much more powerful than anything we’ve worked with,” said Bob Draper,

owner of Phoenix Mechanical and a subcontractor on the UNM-Taos project. “Just as an example, it lets us see right up front how pipes will cross each other.”

Knowing early on how much clearance there will be for duct work or what the building’s energy capacity may be makes the design stage dramatically more efficient, Patterson said. For instance, if the initial type of lighting is deemed inadequate, the BIM software will not only input the change for a different style of lighting, but also will make necessary alterations to other aspects affected by the change (i.e., ceiling height or wall locations).

all the engineers and consultants are working off the same model,” he said.

“The results are better bids.”

It’s also given Living Design Group a shot at bidding against larger architectural firms for projects beyond Northern New Mexico: “We now can compete with Albuquerque companies.”

And the software has streamlined bidding, too.

Most residential projects don’t lend themselves to the sophistication of BIM, so the software works best on larger projects, like the public buildings where Living Design Group spends most of its time and energy. On an institutional scale, the programming side — that is, what’s going to go on inside a building — is more complex and variable than for residential projects.

“Our construction cost estimates are much more refined with BIM because

“In a home, things are already settled because you know you’ll need a

kitchen and three bedrooms and two baths, and you know the function they each will perform,” said Patterson.

“With an institutional building, you have to first figure out the needs and then design the space accordingly. Each one is different. Oftentimes, these buildings have multiple uses and tenants, and may outlast a single use, like Bataan Hall.”

For Living Design Group, the advent of Building Information Modeling has indeed changed the paradigm under which buildings have been designed for so many years.

“It’s always been that architects go to school and learn to see spatially, in three dimensions,” said Patterson.

“Now, BIM software takes that specialized skill and makes it available to all the disciplines.

“If you think of architecture as music, BIM lets you hear the music rather than having to compose it first,”

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CASA GRANDE CONDO Taos’ Historic District. 2 BR/2 BA 1234 sf features soaring viga ceilings, clerestory windows and private courtyard. Upstairs loft suite and deck. Oversized 1 CG. Currently used as vacation rental. Close to the Taos Plaza! $235,000 MLS 96483

CASA SANDI CONDO 2 story 2 BR/2.5 BA 1997 sf condo in Quail Ridge.

FP and patio off LR/DR for entertaining. Attached 1 CG. Vacation rental located between TSV and Town of Taos. Enjoy HOA amenities year-round! Price reduced to $249,000 MLS 96918

VISTA LINDA TREASURE Pueblo style 3 BR/2 BA 1968 sf home. Light and bright with Great room design. Upgraded and remodeled kitchen ideal for the family that likes to cook. Perfect starter home on 1.26 acres with great views! Price reduced to $339,000 MLS 97482

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CONTEMPORARY CONDO Great in town location. Staged 1847 sf 2 story 2 BR/2 BA. Modern kitchen opens into LR/DR area with access to patio perfect for entertaining. Upstairs master suite with loft niche and deck. Only 2 units.

Price reduced to $349,900 MLS 96238

ECO-FRIENDLY ABODE This 2 BR/2 BA 1935 sf home features gas fireplace and fine finishes throughout. Skylights and southern exposure provide bright living spaces. Plus sunroom, greenhouse and 1 CG on 5.78 acres. Price reduced to $350,000 MLS 97528

HOME SWEET HOME Lovingly maintained in town 2 story, 3 BR/2 BA 2544 sf home. Large LR with kiva FP, dining area and deck. View shed protects views of Taos Mountain. Attached 1 CG, on town utilities plus private well on 0.886 acre. $495,000 MLS 97917

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PICTURESQUE RETREAT Classic adobe renovated in 2007. 3 BR/3 BA 2600 sf features pine floors, viga ceilings, 2 FPs and butler’s pantry. 2011 Great room addition using GREEN materials. Pond, acequia and water rights on 1.35 acres.

Price reduced to $519,500 MLS 95922

TAOS MESA ESTATES Fine craftsmanship and quality finishes. Open LR/DR features kiva FP and patio. Energy efficient, pumice crete build. 1850 sf 2 BR/2 BA and office. Attached heated 2 CG plus studio on 1.04 acres overlooking Pueblo land. $538,000 MLS 97893

EXQUISITE CRAFTSMANSHIP 3 BR/2.5 BA 2600 sf adobe with views from every room. Custom cabinetry by owner/builder. French doors off LR frame Taos Mountain. Large covered patio and spacious Master suite. Attached heated 2 CG on 1.46 acres. $549,000 MLS 97326

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WELCOME HOME Beautifully staged 3 BR/2.5 BA 3220 sf custom home; open floor plan. Kitchen has ample cabinets, island and breakfast bar. High ceilings, custom cabinetry and doors. Attached 2 CG and private outdoor areas. Price reduced to $565,000 MLS 93835

ELEGANT ADOBE AND CASITA Circa 1860s; renovated in 1960s. Quality finishes combine elegance, efficiency and comfort with old world charm. 2007 adobe casita. 2237 sf main house and 762 sf casita on 1.35 acres atop a ridge with mountain views! $649,000 MLS 97294

CIRCA 1900 HACIENDA Classic 4 BR/4 BA 5512 sf adobe remodeled in 1998. High end appliances and architectural details. Master suite and guest quarters. 2 CG with workshop. Mountain views and water rights on 2.07 acres. Price reduced to $699,900 MLS 91602

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SWEEPING EL SALTO VIEWS 2 story 3205 sf, 3 BR/2.5 BA, office and studio.

Large windows in LR frame vistas. Custom cabinetry and fine finishes. Attached 2 CG plus sunroom. Meticulously maintained; active and passive solar plus trombe wall on 1.91 acres. $765,000 MLS 97921

KING OF THE HILL Views of the Gorge and Taos Mountain! 2 BR/2.5 BA 2621 sf home features custom doors, dumbwaiter, walnut cabinetry, stairs and ceilings plus attached 2 CG. 2 BR/1 BA 721 sf guesthouse on 14.88 acres. Price reduced to $799,000 MLS 96723

ELEGANT MOUNTAIN LIVING Combines Southwestern styling with Old Mexico flare. Family or business destination, casual elegance defines this 2 BR/2.5 BA main home, 2 BR/2 BA guesthouse, chapel-styled studio and two 2 CG on 11.07 acres. 7364 sf total. $2,250,000 MLS 97071

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TAOS PILATES STUDIO Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business? Well here’s an opportunity not to be missed!

Taos Pilates Studio owned and operated since 2002.

This is for purchase of the business and all equipment only! Price reduced to $60,000 MLS 97782

PROFESSIONAL OFFICE Good investment, great opportunity. Residential property conversion; remodel completed in 2005.

4268 sf building bordering Pueblo land. Town sewer, natural gas, well and zoned C-2. Can tie in to town water. ADA accessible. $425,000 MLS 96054

GREAT IN TOWN LOCATION Condominium complex plus development rights on 2.77 acres which allow for 7 more units to be constructed. Only 2 units built. See MLS 96237 for Unit A and MLS 96238 for Unit B which is beautifully staged. $799,000 MLS 97551

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ENCHANTING ADOBE HACIENDA Taos Country Inn B&B. 8 luxury suites with hand carved doors, kiva FP and ensuite baths; plus private owners’ quarters. Perfect as a family compound. Lush gardens on the Rio Pueblo, bordering Pueblo land. $950,000 MLS 94622

CABOT PLAZA MALL Located in the historic Kit Carson corridor and a stone’s throw from Taos Plaza. Perfect for retail stores, galleries or professional offices. High foot traffic and prime location. $1,140,000 MLS 97612

TAOS TENNIS RANCH Commercial tennis complex. 6820 sf club house features pro shop, meeting room and restaurant with full kitchen. 10 tennis courts, 35’x65’ swimming pool, 988 sf pool house/sauna, 10’x10’ children’s pool and hot tub. $1,400,000 MLS 95453

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FABULOUS VIEWS 1.99 acre lot in established neighborhood on well maintained road. Wonderful building site with reasonable restrictions. Underground electric and telephone in road. Ready to build your dream home! $49,500 MLS 97683

SPECTACULAR VISTAS This beautiful 2.00 acre parcel located just west of the Taos County Club features incredible 360 degree views! Great location, build your dream home and take in all the views. $50,000 MLS 97877

FIND YOUR THRILL Perfectly positioned to capture breathtaking views of Taos Mountain and incredible sunsets! This level 2.51 acre lot is bordered by Pueblo land to the south and is conveniently located between Taos Ski Valley and Taos Plaza. $115,000 MLS 96404

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Stake Your Claim…

This Home Will Suit You To A Tee!

To some of the most beautiful territory in N.M. complete w/ 3BR/2BA/2CG custom home on 10 ac in the Stakeout area. Designed to capture views of the Rio Grande Gorge, Taos Mtn., the Pedernal, Truchas Peaks, & foothills. Energy efficient Rastra construction. $697,500 MLS#96850

This 2,200 sq. ft. 3BR/2BA/2CG home on 1.25 ac. bordering Taos County Club. Light & bright with split floor plan, family room w/ FP, formal living room, generous kitchen, & separate dining area. Go for walks right out the door or hop on a bike or in your golf cart. $345,000 MLS#97781

Earth-Friendly Energy-efficient, 3BR/1.5 BA, 2,518 sq ft adobe home w/ open floor plan & classic finishes. Passive-solar, kiva FP, sauna, greenhouse, + wrap-a-round porch. 1,400 sq ft guesthouse on 41.85 ac. overlooking the Hondo valley. $899,000 MLS#94910

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Picturesque In-Town Escape

Tired of flushing rent down the toilet? Let this sweet, in-town casita be your “home sweet home”. Built in 2005, this home is open & bright w/ modern appliances, vaulted ceiling, tile floors, W/D, & nat’l gas. A deck off the back is perfect for taking in the views & yard is fully fenced. $152,000 MLS#96641

Tucked behind high walls is this sophisticated & fun 3BR/3BA home w/ garage within a short walk to historic Taos Plaza. Thoughtful remodels plus new LG air conditioner/ heater seamlessly blend old & new. An ideal property right in the heart of town. $599,000 MLS#97445

Don’t Worry-Be Happy!

This 2,400 sq ft home w/ 2BR/2BA/2CG/office/decks & big views & separate, 460 sq ft studio, carport & deck on 2.5 ac. will put a smile on your face. Delight in rock gardens, fun sculptures, & nature + big views from upstairs. $375,000 MLS#97362

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Life Is A Bowl Of Cherries

Discover this enchanting 2BR/2BA home + office with a 2BR/1BA guesthouse on desirable Burch St. Kiva FPs, vigas, beams, latillas, carved corbels, classic hand crafted SW woodwork & a delightful backyard all within walking distance to historic Taos Plaza. $699,000 MLS#97765

Lovely cottage set amidst a magical orchard w/ flowers, trees & views. 2BR/2BA 1891 sq ft home w/ many windows, lg bedrooms, vaulted ceilings, & lots of storage. Light & bright. Pastoral setting. $295,000 MLS#96816

The Great Escape Custom 3BR/3BA/3CG + office alpine 2,723 sq ft home in El Valle Escondido. Passive solar orientation, open floor plan, slate & wood flooring, in-floor radiant heat, & vaulted ceilings.

2nd story decks offer panoramic views. Fishing ponds, golf course, clubhouse, & pool. $375,000 MLS#96771

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Reach For The Stars This 3 ac. treed lot enjoys the best of both worlds. USFS and town are literally steps away.

Privacy, great views, & a gate in the desirable Weimer area. $195,000 MLS#97410

Sunrise & Sunsets ......And Soooo Much More! This 2 ac. parcel in Weimer is close to town and everything Taos has to offer w/ mountain views, stunning lights below, and even wildlife. $149,000 MLS#97885

Picture Perfect Views of sacred Taos Mountain over protected Taos Pueblo Land provides a backdrop for your home in Taos. Super location on dead end road in Blueberry Hill area. $59,000 MLS#94892

Dream Site Make your dream a reality. This 5 ac. parcel with 400’ well in the prestigious Weimer foothills area overlooking town is just steps away from USFS and so much more. $299,000 mls#97131

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KITCHENS THAT COOK

So-O-O-O Southwest This beautifully remodeled 2,707 sq. ft. in-town home on .75 ac boasts thick adobe walls, 3 kiva FPs, vigas, coved ceilings, Saltillo tile, bancos, nichos, & a courtyard. The kitchen has granite, stainless & a wet bar, plus there’s a spa room, artists studio, & den/media room. $475,000 MLS#95930

All In The Family If you have a big family, big family of friends or big plans - look no further…. This in-town home has 4,000+ sq ft, 5BR, 3BA (2 master suites or convert to guest house). Airy kitchen, formal dining, den/family room & T.V. room + 2CG on .99 ac. Reduced to $424,000 MLS# 95099

Out Of The Ordinary But Extraordinary!

This 3,800 sq ft energy efficient dome is THE home for the 21st Century. Natural elements of organic clay walls, wood, cork, and stone w/ a stunning living/dining room area & upscale kitchen, including a den/media room, heated sunroom, a gallery plus an office all on 6 private acres on the Rio Pueblo. $950,000 MLS#96827

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Fantasy Meets Function Custom 3,000 sq ft, 2BR/2BA2CG home w/ 700 sq ft guesthouse. A colorful, FP in LR w/ media room/den, open kitchen & pantry, granite counter tops, & dining room w/ views all around. Expansive covered patio/portal in back & fenced yard. $625,000 MLS#96943

Perfect Protected Views This 4,000+ sq ft adobe home on 4 ac. bordering Pueblo land is imbued with huge Taos Mtn. views. 3BR/3BA/2CG, deluxe office, work-out room, covered patio w/ 2 kiva FPs, plus grand living room, great kitchen, & incredible dining room. $895,000 MLS#93944

Ranchitos de Suenos- Little Ranch of Dreams Serenity abounds in this custom 3BR/3BA, 2,744 sq ft territorial home on 3 ac bordering a conservation easement w/ both the Rio Fernando & San Francisco acequia running through. Open floor plan w/ stunning FP, lg kitchen & dining room w/ dramatic views plus upstairs family room. Zoned agricultural. $575,000

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Think “Architectural Digest”

Of Intelligent Pricing and Design. 3BR/2BA/1CG home on 1.3 ac. w/ an open floor plan w/ lots of light, stainless appliances & bar/island in kitchen, stained concrete floors w/ sub floor radiant heat, & nice master w/ walk-in. Views too! Be prepared to make the arrest. $239,000. MLS#97738

Luxury custom compound on 9.7 ac. radiates style & taste.

From the elegant entrance to the dramatic gallery and beautiful living areas, it makes entertaining easy. 1BR/1BA guest house & pool pavillion landscaping are icing on the cake. $1,975,000 MLS#96883 AT O U R O F F I C E O U R C L I E N T S A R E # 1

Live Life To The Fullest This well maintained 5BR/4BA/2CG home on 2.48 ac. will capture your heart. Quality craftsmanship, thoughtful design, fully equipped kitchen, custom cabinetry, family room & views! Outdoor amenities include a walled front patio, kiva fireplace, covered portal, & an upstairs deck w/ views. $695,000 MLS#97788

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Rick Reaves

Associate Broker 575-770-4502 ricklreaves@gmail.com taoshomeinvestments.com 314A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 • BHHSTaosRealEstate.com • 575 758 1924 • 800 530 8899 Custom built, 2019 sft 3BR/2BA home Nestled in a verdant valley in Tres Ritos.

Over 20 acres with the Rio Pueblo offers vaulted ceilings w/skylights, fans, running through it. Formerly known as and an artist’s studio. Two wood-burning Walton’s Mountain Lodge, it features stoves provide heat in the winter. A 1400 a main house and 5 log cabins. Great sft combination garage/carport/workshop. potential rental income. Originally built Both the garage and house have large attic in the 1940’s, with some TLC could spaces for storage with pull-down stairs. become an even more fabulous retreat Surrounded by immaculate landscaping. for skiers, hikers and other adventurers.

Great horse property with a barn near Hot tub and deck sit above the buildings the Rio Del Pueblo.

Mountain Lodge Paradise In Taos Canyon next to the forest. MLS #95524 $459,000 MLS #97584 $449,000

Taos Sanctuary

Tucked away in a peaceful setting near La Loma Plaza, this 2160 sft 2BD, 2BA home has it all including a 520 sft casita.

Also a 450 sft finished basement. Built in 1946 and remodeled over the years the kitchen has beautiful cherry cabinets, new appliances and a wood-burning stove.

The adobe house has 2 fireplaces and 2 patio areas. Main house and casita both have a new roof and new El Rey stucco.

A great value and close to Taos Plaza.

MLS #97505 $499,000

Wonderful 3 BD/3BA home in the Del Norte subdivision features an open floor plan with dramatic high ceilings and large vigas. The kitchen has stylish cabinets and is centered around a professional series range/oven. The garage has been split with a studio/ workshop built on one side. Ceiling fans in all the rooms. Surrounded by mature trees with a courtyard/ patio facing the mountains perfect for entertaining. MLS #97521 $495,000

Southwest Adobe

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D L O S PARADISE FOUND Eco-friendly, energy efficient 3700 sf home on 3.9 lush, irrigated acres. 3BD/3.5BA home with high-quality finishes and attention to detail. Property extends to the middle of the Rio Embudo on one end, and to BLM land on another, featuring a variety of fruit-bearing trees, vineyards, and organic raised beds. Truly a one-of-a-kind property in the small, established community of Dixon. 878,000 MLS 97639

360 VIEWS 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. Great building site on property. 99,500 MLS 96255

AFFORDABLE IN-TOWN CONDO Ideal in-town location, bike or walk to all amenities. Shopping, restaurants, coffee shops. Open floor plan with gas kiva-style fireplace in living room. Master suite has walk-in closet and open to covered back patio. 2BD/2BA with stained concrete floors and high ceiling with vigas. 169,000 MLS 97661

Gracious Adobe Home Gracious southwest style adobe home with expansive outdoor living spaces on 2 private acres. Two bedrooms & two baths. Fireplace in the livingroom, vigas throughout, radiant floor heat. Wide tiled portals on 3 sides; gorgeous mountain, sunset and valley views; exquisite landscaping. Quiet end of the road location. There’s a large carport, a studio and a workshop. The second acre can be another building site. You’ll be impressed! All for $345,000 MLS 97529

PRICE REDUCED 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. 79,900 MLS 96280

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Beautiful Land Wide open spaces with huge views. Perfect for self-sufficient building project. Borders BLM land.

Excellent road. $25,000 MLS 96443

You can put your mobile or modular home on this land, or you can build. Close to town. 1 acre for only $20,000 MLS 92286

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hris and Elizabeth Mixson purchased their El Salto home about nine years ago and have breathed new life into the main house and its four acres. A drive up the circular gravel driveway reveals a large, yet subdued Territorial-style home situated at 8,000 feet above sea level.

Chris is one of the managing partners at Taos Mesa Brewing. The Brewing team’s commitment to community and eco-friendly practices is well known. In fact, the entire team is excited about the new Taos Mesa Brewing location in downtown Taos –– opening soon at 201 Paseo del Pueblo Sur (in the former J.D. Challenger Gallery on the corner of Quesnel Street).

Therefore the Mixsons’ construction of a solar panel array on their home’s property is a deep expression of their personal values.

“PPC Solar is the best. I worked with Charlie McGarity and his crew and highly recommend them,” Chris says.

“I was told by the guys at PPC that we have one of the largest residential solar units. We’re completely solarpowered for electric purposes. And then we feed more than we use back into the grid so we offset the CO2 of our cars,” Chris explains. “We try to be as environmentally aware as we can. So all of the plants and everything you see around the property is all natural. We don’t irrigate it.”

In the area that was cleared of shading for the array, Mixson is nearly finished framing 250 square feet of garden boxes. They will use drip irrigation powered off their well.

The main house has a master bedroom and two additional rooms used as offices for Chris and Elizabeth. There is also a two-car garage.

Stepping through the home’s front door and into the foyer, an open and sunny kitchen warmly invites guests. With granite countertops and stainless appliances the kitchen is modern. Yet the presence of a kiva, copious book shelves and a large, wrap-around breakfast nook makes it an intimate gathering space.

The patio right outside the kitchen receives plenty of morning light and is where the Mixsons breakfast in the summer.

A formal dining room adjoins the kitchen through a swinging door.

A dining table seats 10, with an overhead lighting fixture. The Mixsons were deliberate in their placement and construction of the outside solar panel array so that from the dining room, one cannot even glimpse it through the trees.

The large gallery bespeaks elegance.

Contemporary art (in all sizes) frame

the gallery space. It is here that the Mixsons host large social gatherings.

“We use the gallery for hosting large functions. I think we’ve had as many 30-plus people formally seated at tables that run the length of the gallery,” says Chris.

One steps down into the living room and is ensconced in the warmth of regional colors and forms. But perhaps most striking is the uninterrupted Southwest view –– stretching as far as Pedernal (which is often referred to in art circles as “Georgia O’Keeffe’s mountain”). There is an adjoining billiards room for entertaining, with the controls for a sound system that gently streams music throughout the entirety of the home. A doublesided fireplace adds warmth and ambience to both of these rooms.

Although it was winter when we visited the Mixsons’ home, the

outside portal is as impressive for daily living and special events as is the main home. Ten colonnade pillars frame the scene of exquisite sunsets, the turquoise of the New Mexican sky and the earth tones of the alpine forest in the foreground, and the desert in the distance. In the summer, the portal’s fountain softly tinkles with water.

“A lot of people call our place ‘Sunset House’ because the sunsets up here are spectacular,” Chris says. “The view is different every day depending on the atmospheric conditions.”

Connected via the portal is Elizabeth’s art studio, as well as the two-bedroom casita for comfortably hosting guests.

Several years ago, the Mixsons hired Bob Callan to construct another building that is used as a gym. “Bob is truly a Renaissance

“A lot of people call our place ‘Sunset House’ because the sunsets up here are spectacular...The view is different every day depending on the atmospheric conditions.”

man. He is meticulous about everything he does. He is trustworthy and reliable, everything you look for in a builder. When we are away, he manages our property,” Chris says.

The gym building has a wraparound deck made of recycled materials. “We have a spectacular view of the north side of Taos Mountain from the deck around the gym. I’m a big reader and in the summertime, I often just come over here and read on this deck,” says Chris.

The fully functional gym includes a SwimEx pool. Handcrafted in the USA

since 1986, SwimEx is the premier brand of aquatic exercise pools. It is not a jet machine; it uses a patented paddle technology. The ground level of the gym building houses the Mixsons’ motorcycle garage.

Chris was previously the president of a large advertising firm in New York. The Mixsons have lived in Denver, Chicago, New York, and Greenwich, Connecticut –– before settling in the community vibe of Northern New Mexico.

“We moved out here in stages. We set up it as a livable second home. And

when we actually moved, we just sold or donated much of what we had and just brought a few pieces out,” says Chris.

With the charming village of Arroyo Seco just two miles below, the Mixsons have a retreat that is still close to restaurants and shopping.

The entirety of the Mixsons’ home possesses a balance and rhythm that is welcoming and comfortable –– and defers emphasis to the beauty of the natural landscape surrounding it.

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Your Taos Ski Valley Specialist 20+ Years Serving TSV and Taos County Real Estate

Liz Jamison, RRS

EcoBroker 575-770-1190 cell lizjamis@newmex.com www.enchantedlizard.com

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Thick walls, big views and lots of space are featured in this efficient straw bale home and guest casita on 2.49 acres. The 1811 sq. ft, Open floor plan, kitchen bar, wood burning stove, radiant floor heat and master suite with 360° views. 1249 sq. ft guest casita. Passive solar, gray h20 system. Convenient location with a rural feel. Good rental history. $374,000 MLS #95561

Commercial opportunity! Own your own space for your business and collect rents from additional tenants. Great location and Parking. This property has 3 separate spaces with private entrances. Currently Curves is a 5 year tenant. Other uses have been Physical therapy practice, Tax consulting. Offered $350,000

Charm and location says it all. Ditch the car! You can walk from this cozy in town Studio condo to the historic Taos Plaza, shops, galleries and restaurants.

Nicely furnished with southwestern detail and charm.

Reduced $70,000 MLS #96522

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Welcome home! This lovely Southwestern Weimer home will invite you to stay and make it your dream come true.

Almost 3,000 sq ft of living space plus attached 2 car garage on 3 pinon covered acres. Location is prime, near hospital. Private site with stunning views. Nat’l forest is at your back door. $495,000 MLS #97184

Build your sustainable home here! Over 20 green lots for sale in Servilleta and Cieleto communities, 20-40 acres starting at $19,500. Call for details!

Artists' Retreat. 2 little cabins with big views! Located in El Rito/ Latir area on 60 acres. Well, underground utilities, water rights and stock pond surrounded by pristine outdoor space. Cabins have running water, wood stoves. $199,000 MLS# 96597

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Lisa Davis, CRS, GRI

Associate Broker o)575-758-1924 c) 575-770-2983 lisa@enchantedtaos.com

1st Place “Best Real Estate Agent” 2015 Chairman’s Circle Platinum 2015 Top Producer

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Spectacular El Salto Home - Exquisite Style, Character and Finishes

Fresh, Cool Mountain Air!

One acre, water rights, fruit tree orchard, a newer barn (or shop, or shed?) and magnificent views. 2477 sq ft, 2 bedroom, 2 bath home that speaks of old European and comfortable elegance, loaded with character and warmth but also modern and updated. Magnificent cooks kitchen with artisan tile and top-of the line appliances. Amazing master suite. The walls and woodwork throughout the house are smooth plaster and buffed with bee's wax until they glow. Thoughtfully landscaped, fenced backyard. Heated, double car garage.

MLS 97919 $650,000

Valle Escondido! 1 acre. Mature trees. Easy walk to the Valle Escondido Club House, Swimming Pool, Fishing and Golf! 1086 sq ft, 2 bdrms,1.5 baths.

Gas fireplace. Country kitchen. Wood floors.

Attached carport. Shed. Large patio!

MLS 96727 $199,000

Mountain Home - Mountain Air and Views!

Home and Studio on Mesa Vista

Sweet and Simple in Vista Linda

10 forested acres w/magnificent Sangre de Cristo mountain views! 1815 sq ft, 3 bdrms, 2 baths. Lofty living room. Super efficient wood stove. Open kitchen. 2 portals. 2 car garage w/workshop! Winterski & Summer-hiking vacation home or year round!

MLS 96780 $430,000

2,400 sq ft. 3BR/3BA plus detached, heated, and finished studio. Large, fenced backyard with trees.

Kiva fireplace. Upstairs deck. South facing wall of windows to let the sunshine in complete the pretty picture inside. Beautiful landscaping. Great Views!

MLS 96814 $350,000

This home always looks great with lots of natural light, open floor plan, high ceilings with vigas and rich wood floors. Open kitchen with pantry closet.

Timeless finishes in the kitchen and baths. Double glass doors to portal and fenced backyard.

MLS 00000 $299,900

Easy, Efficient Living - Right in Town!

House and Guest House Right in Town! Walk to Historic Downtown!

Whether you are looking for a get-away, or a full time home, this property fits the bill! Wood burning fireplace. Open living area and kitchen. 1279 sq ft with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. Split floor plan. Large fenced backyard. Mature trees. Front portal.

MLS 97830 $285,000

Located close to historic downtown, Kit Carson Park and all the shops, museums and galleries! This property, at the corner of Las Cruces and De Vargas, is in one of the favorite neighborhoods in town! Lush .41 acre parcel with gardens and trees. 2015 sq ft main house with 3 bdrms, 3 baths AND an office, PLUS a 384 sq ft guest house and workshop! Outdoor living area under a pergola. Radiant floor heat. New roof in 2015. Town water/sewer and natural gas. All the charm and character you expect in this fantastic location.

MLS 97693 $510,000

Arroyo Hondo Mini Ranch - 6.99 Acres - Water Rights - Casita - Shop - Greenhouse!

Overlooking the Entire Taos Valley!

6.99 acres with 3.19 acres of water rights. The living spaces are perched on a ridge top overlooking the lush Arroyo Hondo valley with the majestic Sangre de Cristo mountain range as a dramatic back drop. 3400 sq ft, adobe construction main house, 3 bdrms, 2 baths, and many creative spaces. 900 sq ft guest house is sited to wrap you in the mountain and valley views. 768 sq ft work shop, stock pond, 518 sq ft barn, 380 sq ft greenhouse. Active solar thermal and solar photo voltaic systems on all three buildings.

MLS 96297 $750,000

This has one of the prettiest views in Taos!1.79 acre site looking over the whole of Taos Valley and Taos Mountain. 3 bedroom, 3 bath main house AND a guest house/studio. Decks. Portals. Storage buildings, water catchment and much, much more!

MLS 97198 $535,000

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“La Isla de Taos” 30 New Construction Homes 21 Gorgeous Acres! Great Location!

Canon Area Home and Studio

Former painting studio of John Young-Hunter, completed in 1943. The original studio with double thick adobe walls, is now the main house featuring an enormous great room with a massive window facing Taos Mountain. 2421 sq ft. 2 bedrooms and 2 gorgeous baths. Timeless, quality finishes throughout. In addition, there is a separate 1440 sq ft studio. Private yet just an easy 5 minute drive to Historic Downtown!

MLS 97735 $1,200,000

Historic District Commercial Property

2 and 3 bedroom floor plans Starting at $399,900 and $449,900 Fresh, timeless finishes.

Now Taking Reservations Call Lisa Davis for Information or go to www.enchantedtaos.com

Commercial property in historic downtown with parking!!! Close to the Plaza. Outstanding location, visibility and access off two roads. Solid tenants.

2831 total square feet, .2893 acres with approx 19 parking spaces. “Old Taos” charm and character.

MLS 97904 $795,000

Weimer Building Site - Borders National Forest

Stunning, treed, verdant property located in the foothills near Weimer. 3.19 acres with water rights. 2703 sq ft main house. 2 guest houses. Detached garage and studio. 2 log buildings. Storage building. Barn.

Pasture. Orchard! Be creative! Versatile property!

MLS 00000 $795,000

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Lisa Davis, CRS, GRI

Associate Broker o)575-758-1924 c) 575-770-2983 lisa@enchantedtaos.com

1st Place “Best Real Estate Agent” 2015 Best Of Taos 2015 Top Producer

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Hay! Grow Your Own! Pole Barn! Well!

Near Taos Country Club - Great Views!

Adobe Hacienda - Gated Community

2.49 acres. Borders Pueblo Lands. 250' well & well house. Newer, 1440 sq ft, pole barn on concrete slab.

Well maintained irrigation ditch. Water rights. Taos mountain range backdrop. Short distance to town.

Telephone, electric & natural gas are at the lot!

MLS 96931 $200,000

Close to the Country Club and the UNM campus!

2 acres. 1958 sq ft, 3 bdrms, 2 baths. 2 car heated, garage. Walled & gated courtyards. Kiva fireplace.

Stainless appliances. Large master suite. Tile floors.

Vigas. Nichos. Arched doorways. Natural light.

MLS 97837 $389,900

3.26 acres. 2469 sq ft, 3 bdrms, 2 baths. Attached, over-sized 2 car garage PLUS a detached 1 car garage or...studio/workshop! Wonderful wrap around portal with mountain views. Enchanting walled courtyards!

2 kiva fireplaces. Meticulously maintained.

MLS 97422 $525,000

Puertas Pintadas Condominiums Brand-New, Stylish Condos Right In Town!

Freestanding Condo Near Hospital

Amazing views of the mountains and valley yet nearby the hospital and town amenities. 1600 sq ft, 2 bdrms, 2 baths. Attached, heated 2 car garage. Private courtyard and covered patio. Open great room. Kiva fireplace. Lovely, well maintained grounds.

MLS 95411 $372,000

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“Casa Fernando" is a one level, 1164 sq ft, 2 bdrm, 2 bath w/garage. Open kitchen with work/dining island, wood cabinetry, flagstone counter tops and pantry. Vigas. Fireplace. Wood floors and flagstone tile. Fenced back yard and covered patio. Courtyard.

MLS 96649 $299,000

"Casa Loma" is a 2 level, 1661 sq ft, 3 bdrm, 3 bath plan w/garage. Gorgeous entry. Open kitchen. Custom tin works chandelier and wall sconces. Vigas.

Tall divided light windows and doors. Fireplace.

Wood floors. Spacious, fenced back yard.

MLS 96650 $389,000

"Casa Pueblo" is a one level, 998 sq ft, 2 bdrm, 2 bath plan with a welcoming, long, bricked front portal. Open kitchen w/ flagstone countertops and stainless appliances. Vigas. Fireplace. Wood floors.

Walk in closet. Walled back yard and covered patio.

MLS 96652 $249,000

"Casa Canon" is a 2 level, 1453 sq ft, 2 bdrm, 2.5 bath w/ garage. Half bath on main level. Vigas.

Fireplace. Wood floors and flagstone tile. Wonderful second floor outdoor deck with latilla roof. Beautiful bathrooms with flagstone counter tops.

MLS 96651 $349,000

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Sol Grande North—Des Montes Hacienda

7.9 acres with stunning views. 4444 sq ft, 3 bdrms, 5 baths, cozy family/TV room and a fantastic second floor office suite. Great room. Gourmet kitchen with rich flagstone counter tops, African Mahogany cabinets, Thermador 6 burner range and double oven and a dream pantry! Thoughtful landscape that creates year round interest and color. Covered patios, built in BBQ and view deck. 977 sq ft 3 car garage, and an additional 693 sq foot building that can be storage, a workout room, studio? High tech features throughout.

MLS 96410 $1,375,000

Lost&Hound

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use, as opposed to the incandescent bulb lifespan of only 2000 hours. LEDs last longer, are more durable, and offer similar or better light quality than regular bulbs.”

loves his career.

clearly in order to perform a task.

“Electrical work is very clean,” he said.

“It allows me to work independently and has supported me well throughout the years.”

In the dining room, make the table the brightest place by using a pendant lamp or a chandelier above it.

Residential LED bulbs also use at least 75 percent less energy than incandescent ones.

His wife, Victoria MacQueen, runs the office.

“They save you money,” MacQueen said. “Besides, they emit less heat than regular bulbs, making them safer for use in areas like nurseries and offices. In the kitchen, they are great for under cabinet lighting. They are directional, which makes them perfect for reading recipes and measuring ingredients. They have a variety of uses, but make sure you get the right kind for your purposes.”

MacQueen is originally from the Midwest. The mountains and the people brought him to Taos 42 years ago. He is an electrician by trade and

“She is the secretary of the corporation and the comptroller,” MacQueen said. “This is pretty much a family business though we have six employees now.”

One of them is Michelle Varos, who has been working in the store for three years.

“The showroom is a beautiful place to work,” she said. “I like being surrounded by so many sources of light!”

Use direct light in areas like the kitchen, office or bathrooms — especially around the vanity area — and other spaces where you need to see

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Reflective lighting is perfect to give a subtle touch to a bedroom. Instead of having the light glaring at you, get a nice subtle glow instead.

Place a tasteful table lamp into a corner where a piece of art or a plant is displayed.

Use landscape lighting to draw attention to outdoor features like a gazebo, a swimming pool or the entryway. It also increases visibility at night and provides a sense of security.

Taos Lighting Center is located at 114 Este Es Road, Taos.

Phone: (575) 758-2128

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Current Happenings in Taos Real Estate

RE/MAX sElls 1 hoME EvERy 42 sEconds!

Mountain Realty Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

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COMPARISON OF 2014 - 2015 REAL ESTATE ACTIVITY January 1, 2016 - March 4, 2016 2016 2015 % of change Residential Sold Properties Average Sold Price Volume Sold

CURRENT REAL ESTATE ACTIVITY Current Residential Properties Average Listed Price Volume

197 $512,300 $101,000,000

25 324,000 8,100,464

24 253,000 6,076,000

.04% .28% .33%

5 71,500 357,500

6 146,000 875,000

-.17% -.51% -.59%

0 0 0

3 335,000 1,005,000

Current Multi-Family Listing Average Listed Price Volume

8 $339,000 $2,715,000

1 55,000 55,000

0 0 0

Current Commercial Listings Average Listed Price Volume

35 $667,000 $23,355,000

Land Sold Properties Average Sold Price Volume Sold Multi-Family Sold Properties Average Sold Price Volume Sold Commercial Sold Properties Average Sold Price Volume Sold

Current Land Listings Average Listed Price Volume

342 $165,000 $56,304,000

RATES ARE GOING UP. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE RATES WHILE YOU STILL CAN Fixed Interest Rates Loan Amount Monthly Payment* $200,000 $926.00 30 year Fixed Rate 3.75% $200,000 $1,381.00 15 year Fixed Rate 3.00% 5 year Adj. Rate

2.875%

$200,000

$830.00

*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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Taos County Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory Representing a wide range of businesses and professionals serving the Taos County area Jim Cox Event Photographer www.jimcoxartworks.net Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 530-386-5548

Taos Visitor Center www.taosvisitorcenter.com 1139 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3873

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

Taos Financial Strategies 209 Camino de la Merced Unit C Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5835

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

Audio Engineers Soundworks, Inc. Taos, NM 87571 575-751-3922

Kyote Club, LLC www.kyoteclub.com 330A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-3302

TaosCPA, LLC www.TaosCPA.com 630 Paseo del Pueblo Sur #170 Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3964 ext 201

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

Auto Dealers, Repair & Supplies Friday Motors, Inc. www.fridaymotors.com 1040 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2252

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

Advertising & Specialty Products Acorn Graphics www. acorngraphicstaos.com 219 Cruz Alta Rd Taos, NM 87571 575-758-0469

Taos Center for the Arts www.tcataos.org 133 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2052

Accountants / Bookkeeping Swinehart CPA, PC www.SwinehartCPA.com 515 Gusdorf Road, Suite 3 Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4111

Edible Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Taos www.ediblesantafe.com, Taos, NM 87571 505-212-0791

Taos Clay Studio www.TaosClay.com 1208 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM 87529 575-778-7660

Advertising / PR & Marketing KNCE 93.5 Radio truetaosradio.com, Taos, NM 87571 Studio Phone: 575-737-TEAM

Touchstone Gallery www.touchstonegalleries.com 110 S. Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-5001

Awakening in Taos, LLC www.awakeningintaos.com 518 Old Santa Fe Trail #277 Santa Fe, NM 87505 831-402-1373

Touchstone Inn - Spa & Gallery www.touchstoneinn.com 110 Mabel Dodge Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-0192

LMNOC Broadcasting, Inc. www.radiointaos.com 5542 NDCBU (Mailing) 125 A Camino De La Merced (Physical), Taos, NM 87571

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

edible Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Taos, www.ediblesantafe.com Taos, NM 87571 505-212-0791

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

Hutton Broadcasting LLC www.santafe.com PO Box 1813 Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-741-6061 KTAO-101.9 FM Radio www.ktao.com #9 State Road 150 Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5826 Southern Exposure Photography www.southernexposurephoto.com 316 East Main St. Red River, NM 87558 575-754-6495 TaosAndMore.com TaosAndMore.com La Loma Plaza Taos, NM 87571 619-889-1672 XYNERGY www.xynergy.com Taos, NM 87571 575-613-1803 ext 12 ZAP Marketing Partners; BIG BANG Marketing, Advertising & PR, Taos, NM 87571 505-310-1702 Architects & Engineers Henry Architects LLC henryarchitectstaos.com 484 State Rd. 150 Suite 2 Taos, NM 87571 575-776-2761 Art Supplies Taos Art Supply www.taosartsupply.com 208 Ranchitos Rd #C Taos, NM 87571 575-770-4824

Associations Historic Ledoux St. Museums, Galleries, Studios & Shops 214 Ledoux Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-0000 Rio Costilla Cooperative Livestock Association #72 State Road 196, Costilla, NM 87524 575-586-0542 Taos Association of Bed & Breakfast Inns www.taosbandbinns.com 416 La Lomita Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-0613 Taos County Association of REALTORS® 1210 H Salazar Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-7411 Taos County Lodgers Association Taos, NM 87571 575-758-7199 Taos Milagro Rotary Club PO Box 167, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 505-603-1342

Aviation Services Taos Aviation Services Inc. www.taosaviation.com Taos Regional Airport, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-9790 Banks/ Financial Institutions Centinel Bank of Taos www.centinelbank.com 512 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571 575-758-6700 Guadalupe Credit Union www.guadalupecu.org 115 La Posta Road Suite C, Taos, NM 87571 505-982-8942 Nusenda Credit Union www.nmefcu.com 630 Paseo del Pueblo Sur #140, Taos, NM 87571 505-889-5190 Peoples Bank www.bankingunusual.com 1356 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4500 U.S. Bank www.usbank.com 120 West Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-3540 Wanda Lucero State Farm Insurance Agency www.wandalucero.com 211 Kit Carson Rd., Taos, NM 87571 575-737-5433 Banquet/Meeting Facilities Celebrations Event Rentals LLC 120 Bertha Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8463 KTAO-101.9 FM Radio & Solar Center www.ktao.com #9 State Road 150, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5826 Sagebrush Inn & Suites www.sagebrushinn.com 1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2254 Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort www.sipapunm.com 5224 Hwy 518, Vadito, NM 87579 575-587-2240 Taos Country Club & Golf Course www.taoscountryclub.com 54 Golf Course Drive, Ranchos deTaos, NM 87557 575-758-7300

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

Old Martina’s Hall, LLC www.oldmartinashall.com 4140 State Hwy. 68, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-758-3003 Taos Mesa Brewing www.taosmesabrewing.com 20 ABC Mesa Road, El Prado, NM 87571 575-758-1900 The Adobe Bar www.taosinn.com 125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2233 The Alley Cantina www.alleycantina.com 121 Teresina Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2121 .

The Burger Stand AT Taos Ale House www.taosburgersandbeer.com 401 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5522 The Gorge Bar & Grill www.thegorgebarandgrill.com 103-I East Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8866 Bed & Bath Retail Taos Lifestyle & Sleep Sanctuary www.taoslifestyle.com Albertson’s Shopping Center 710 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Suite C4, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5885 Bed & Breakfast Adobe & Pines Bed & Breakfast Inn www.adobepines.com 4107 State Road 68, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-751-0947 American Artists Gallery House Bed & Breakfast www.taosbedandbreakfast.com 132 Frontier Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4446 Amizette Inn & Restaurant www.amizetteinn.com 1295 NM Highway 150, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 575-776-2451 Burch Street Casitas www.casitasintaos.com 310 Burch Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-9038 Casa Benavides Bed & Breakfast Inn www.taos/casabenavides.com 137 Kit Carson Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1772

Gearing Up Bicycle Shop www.gearingupbikes.com 129 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-0365 Taos Cyclery www.taoscyclery.com 1103 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Suite 3A El Prado, NM 87529 575-758-5551 Building Materials Dahl Taos www.dahlplumbing.com 800 Bond Drive, Suite 1, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-5483 Habitat For Humanity ReStore www.taoshabitat.org 16 State Road 522, El Prado, NM 87571 575-776-2165 Randall Lumber & Hardware, Inc. www.randalltaos.com 315 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 575-758-2271 Rio Grande Ace Hardware & Building Materials www.riograndeace.com 1381 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4268 Rio Grande Ace Hardware II Pueblo Allegre Mall, Taos, NM 87571 Sierra Pacific Windows 212 Bendix, Suite A, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-3933 Sol Luna Solar sollunasolar.com 56C County Rd 65, Dixon, NM 87527 575-770-7042 Business Consultants Strategex Business Solutions, Inc. www.strategexweb.com Taos, NM 87571 575-741-0087 Business MachinesRentals & Supplies Albuquerque Image Products www.albimage.com 3420 Comanche NE, Suite A-7 Albuquerque, NM 87107 505-881-6266

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

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

Hacienda del Sol Bed & Breakfast www.taoshaciendadelsol.com 109 Mabel Dodge Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-0287

Casinos Buffalo Thunder Resort 20 Buffalo Thunder Trail, Santa Fe, NM 87506 505-455-5555 Taos Mountain Casino www.taosmountaincasino.com 700 Veterans Highway, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-0777

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

El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa www.elmontesagrado.com 317 Kit Carson, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3502

Historic Ledoux St. Museums, Galleries, Studios & Shops 214 Ledoux Street Taos, NM 87571 575-758-0000

Attractions Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad 500 Terrace Ave, Chama, NM 87520 575-756-2151

El Taoseno Restaurant & Lounge www.taoseno.com 819 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4142

La Dona Luz Inn, An Historic Bed & Breakfast www.stayintaos.com 206 Des Georges Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-9000

Jerry Mann Studio Gallery www.artofmann.com 136 Bent St. Taos, NM 87571 912-223-2628

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

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

La Posada de Taos www.laposadadetaos.com 309 Juanita Lane, Taos, NM 87571 (800) 645-4803

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

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

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

Artists & Galleries El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa www.elmontesagrado.com 317 Kit Carson Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3502

Touchstone Inn - Spa & Gallery www.touchstoneinn.com 110 Mabel Dodge Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-0192

Casa Gallina www.casagallina.net 609/613 Callejon Rd, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2306

Manzanares Law Office www.taosattorney.net 428 Theodora Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-770-0902

Unicorn School Supplies and Stationery 311 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4106

Old Taos Guesthouse Bed & Breakfast www.oldtaos.com 1028 Witt Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5448

Catering Bent Street Cafe & Deli www.bentstreetdeli.com 120 Bent Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5787

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Taos County Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory Brett House Catering www.bretthousecatering.com Ski Valley Rd, Taos, NM 87571 575-776-1919

Mudd N Flood www.muddnflood.com 103 A. Bent Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-9100

Olguin’s Sawmill www.olguinssawmill.com 24930 W. HWY 64, El Prado, NM 87529 575-758-1506

Music from Angel Fire www.musicfromangelfire.org 1405 Luisa Street #2 Santa Fe, NM 87505

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

Mondo Italiano www.mondoitalianotaos.com 622 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-7712

Overland Sheepskin Co www.overland.com 1405 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8820

Paradise Power Company, Inc www.ppcsolar.com 245 Paseo del Canon East, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-5896

Taos Center for the Arts www.tcataos.org 133 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2052

Sagebrush Inn & Suites www.sagebrushinn.com 1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2254

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

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

Taos Fiesta Council www.fiestasdetaos.com P.O. Box 3300, Taos, NM 87571

Employment Services NM Workforce Connection - Taos www.dws.state.nm.us 1036 Salazar Rd., Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4219

Cell Phones Choice Wireless nm.choice-wireless.com 1335 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, A, Taos, NM 87571 1-800-CHOICE9

Taos Adobe Quilting www. taosadobequiltingandmore.com 102 Teresina Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-3219

Ensignal / Verizon Wireless Premium Retailer www.ensignal.com 314 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Suite G/H, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-0858 Chimney Services Bailey’s Chimney Cleaning & Repair www.baileyschimney.com PO Box 1661 El Prado, NM 87529 575-770-7769 Terry’s Chimney Service www.terryschimney.com 314 D Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 (575) 758-1825 Churches Sangre de Cristo Lutheran Church www.taoslutheran.org 116 Dona Ana Drive, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5944 St. James Episcopal Church www.stjamestaos.org 208 Camino de Santiago, Taos, NM 87571 575-158-2790 Cleaning Services & Supplies Chill-Ax! www.chill-ax.com P.O. Box 449, Arroyo Hondo, NM 57513 575-770-9229 Professional Cleaning Solutions www.professionalcleaningsolutions.net 811 Riverside Dr., Española, NM 87532 505-753-0506 Taos Sanitary Supply, LLC (formerly Unisource) P.O. Box 1297, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-751-3550 UniFrist Corporation www.unifirst.com 215 Altez SE, Albuquerque, NM 87123 505-298-1882 Clothing Artemisia www.artemisiataos.com 117 Bent Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-9800 Community Against Violence, Inc. www.taoscav.org 945 Salazar Rd., Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8082

Taos Cyclery www.taoscyclery.com 1103 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Suite 3A, El Prado, NM 87529 575-758-5551

Sustainable Builders, LLC www.sustainablebuilders.net, Taos, NM 575-770-2509 Taos Sunrise Builders www.taossunrisebuilders.com 1110 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM 87529 575-770-9981

Coffee Shop Koko Coffee, Carry out & Deli 1033-H Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-9448

Wayne Rutherford General Contractor, Inc. www.taosdesignbuild.com 219 Cruz Alta Rd., Taos, NM 87571 575-751-7028

Computer Services & Supplies Brownrice Internet, Inc. www.brownrice.com 201 Camino de la Merced, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4175

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

Electric Sheep 318 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-8855

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

Siriusware, Inc www.siriusware.com 302 Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-8202 Taos Sunrise, Inc. 201 Camino de la Merced, Taos, NM 87571 www.taossunrise.com Condominiums/Apartments Burch Street Casitas www.casitasintaos.com 310 Burch Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-9038 Casa de Melissa - Taos Vacation Rentals www.redcatmelissiana.com 106 Dona Luz, Taos, NM 87571 415-497-7761

High Country Real Estate Services taosrealestatebroker.com 4175 State Road 68, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-758-2723 Kokopelli Property Management Taos, Santa Fe, Angel Fire www.kokoproperty.com 413 E Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 (855) 264-0673 Mariposa Realty of Taos mariposarealty.com Virtual!

Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5600

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

Premiere Properties Vacation Rentals www.taosvacationhomes.com 1423 Couse Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1811

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

Construction Services & Contractors Archetype Design www.vishumagee.com 591 Piedmont Road, Taos, NM 87571

John Dunn Shops www.johndunnshops.com 124 Bent Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8110

Chill-Ax! www.chill-ax.com P.O. Box 449, Arroyo Hondo, NM 57513 575-770-9229

JR Clothing www.jrclothingusa.com 101-A Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2873

Earthship Biotecture www.earthship.com 2 Earthship Way, Tres Piedras, NM 87577 575-751-0462

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

Hawk Mechanical, LLC 1132 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4433

Taos Lilac Festival, LLC www.taoslilacfestival.com 230 Ranchitos Road, Taos, NM 87571 Taos Mountain Balloon Rally/ TMBRA www.taosballoonrally.com P.O. Box 3096, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-9210 Taos Opera Institute www.taosoi.org PO BOX 3379, Taos, NM 87571 575-740-6431 Taos Shortz Film Festival 575-770-4177 www.taosshortz.com Taos Solar Music Festival www.solarmusicfest.com P.O. Box 2110, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-9191 Dentists Mark Niemiec, D.D.S. www.markniemiecdds.com 1399 Weimer Road, Ste 800, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-9777

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps www.youthcorps.org 1203 King Drive #3, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-1420 Electronics Constellation Home Electronics www.constellationsantafe.com 215 Guadalupe Street, Santa Fe, NM 87501 505-983-9988 Entertainment KTAO-101.9 FM Radio & Solar Center www.ktao.com #9 State Road 150, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5826 Midtown Market & Lounge www.midtownms.com 680 State Road 522, Arroyo Hondo, NM 87513 575-776-1680 Taos Center for the Arts www.tcataos.org 133 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2052 Taos Community Chorus www.taoschorus.org 215 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-779-2405

Northern NM Center for Cosmetic Dentistry Dr. Kellie A. Harri kellieharrisdds.com 1337 Gusdorf Rd, Suite A, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-9661

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

DreamTree Project 128 La Posta Rd, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-9595

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

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

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

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

Counseling & Therapy Community Against Violence, Inc. www.taoscav.org 945 Salazar Rd., Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8082

Nonviolence Works, Inc. 1337 E&F and 1335-Q Gusdorf, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4297

El Pueblo Lodge & Condominiums www.elpueblolodge.com 412 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8700

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

Country Club Taos Country Club & Golf Course www.taoscountryclub.com 54 Golf Course Drive, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-758-7300 Credit Card Processing Centinel Bank of Taos www.centinelbank.com 512 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-6700 Peoples Bank www.bankingunusual.com 1356 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4500 Platinum Relations www.platinumrelations.com 3107 W. Colorado Ave, Suite 269 Colorado Springs, CO 80904 719-475-2030 U.S. Bank www.fcbnm.com 120 West Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-3540 Cultural Events & Attractions David Westphall Veterans Foundation, Inc. 34 Country Club Road, Angel Fire, NM 87710 575-377-6900 Earthship Biotecture www.earthship.com 2 Earthship Way, Tres Piedras, NM 87577 575-751-0462 Ghost Ranch www.ghostranch.org HC77 Box 11, Abiquiu, NM 87510 505-685-4333 x106

Taos Dental Group, Justin Nylund D.D.S. www.taosdentalgroup.com 1392 Weimer Road,Suite A, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8303 Economic Development/Business Resources Los Alamos National Laboratory www.community.lanl.gov Mailstop A117, Los Alamos, NM 87545 888-841-8256 Regional Development Corporation www. rdcnm.org 706 Bond Street, Espanola, NM 87532 505-820-1225

Taos Shortz Film Festival www.taosshortz.com HC 81 Box 44, Questa, NM 87556 575-770-4177 Fabrics Taos Adobe Quilting www.taosadobequiltingandmore.com 102 Teresina Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-3219 Film & Film Services Awakening in Taos, LLC www.awakeningintaos.com 518 Old Santa Fe Trail #277, Santa Fe, NM 87505 831-402-1373 Southern Exposure Photography www.southernexposurephoto.com 316 East Main St., Red River, NM 87558 575-754-6495

Small Business Development Center at UNM-Taos www.nmsbdc.org/taos.aspx 115 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos , NM 87571 575-737-6214

Taos Center for the Arts www.tcataos.org 133 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2052

Taos Community Foundation www.taoscf.org 114 Des Georges Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-9300

Taos Shortz Film Festival www.taosshortz.com HC 81 Box 44, Questa, NM 87556 575-770-4177

Taos County Economic Development Corp. www.tcedc.org 1021 Salazar Rd., Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8731

Financial Services Antonio Lopez- Merrill Lynch www.fa.ml.com/antonio_lopez1 3451 Via Brisa, Santa Fe, NM 87507 505-982-6516

TEN Taos Entrepreneurial Network www.taosten.org 1139 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-613-4855

Continental Loans BR# 1511NM www.security-finance.com 1033 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Ste B, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8995

Tourism Association of New Mexico www.tanm.org 6121 Indian School Road, NE, Suite 216 Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-345-5553

Edward Jones www.edwardjones.com 1103 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Suite 4A El Prado, NM 87529 575-737-5772

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To Costilla & Colorado

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RED RIVER

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ELIZABETHTOWN

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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 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

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

TAOS COUNTRY CLUB, STAKEOUT AREA 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 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.

TAOS COUNTY AOS COUN 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 highalpine 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 Río 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.

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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-cultural 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 offthe-grid communities west of the Río Grande, including the Earthships of the Greater World Community.

TOWNS, VILLAGES & SETTLEMENTS

Incorporated (population): Taos (5,766), Questa (1,769), Red River (482), Taos Ski Valley (69)

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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: U.S. Census Bureau; 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: 14,747 Employed: 13,322 Unemployed: 1,425 Unemployment Rate: 9.7 percent Source: Department of Workforce Solutions

Total registered voters: 24,302 Democrats: 16,654 Republicans: 3,110 Declined to state: 3,641 Other: 897 Source: Bureau of Elections

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)

SAMPLE OF RENTAL PRICES (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: Kokopelli Property Management

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COMMUNITY PROFILE

SCHOOLS/HIGHER ED

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.

PUBLIC RECREATION FACILITIES

The 5.4 square miles of the 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.

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 chilesauce dishes are renowned. Just south of town in Ranchos de Taos sits San Francisco 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 2014: 5,766 Source: U.S. Census Bureau ; UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research;

TAXES

Gross Receipts Tax: 8.1875 percent Lodgers Tax: 5.00 percent Residential Tax Rate: 14.328 mills (depending on location) Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research; Taos County Assessor’s Office

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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

General: Taos Youth and Family Center, www.taosyouth.com, (575)758-4160, with game room, video games, swimming pool, ice rink; Fred Baca Park, Kit Carson Park Hiking/Biking: Carson National Forest, www. fs.usda.gov/carson, (575) 758-6200; Bureau of Land Management, Taos Field Office, (575) 758-8851; Ute Mountain and Río Grande del Norte National Monument; popular trails include Devisadero Loop, South Boundary Trail, Rim Trail Athletics: Taos Eco-Park (soccer, lacrosse)

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 Women’s Health Institute, (575) 758-5001

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 sits at the head of the Rio 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.

POPULATION

Estimated Taos Ski Valley 2014: 69 year-round; up to 4,000 seasonal (winter)

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TAXES

Beautiful architecture featuring scenic balconies with OUTSTANDING VIEWS. Most attractive building in neighbor-hood that makes the neighbors property look better. GREAT LOCATION! Just two minutes from the slopes, shops, restaurants and other establishments; but also TUCKED AWAY from the hustle and bustle. Quality construction with granite counter tops, travertine tiles, beautiful stone work, custom cabinets and gas fireplaces. Low HOA dues makes this new project very attractive. Special pricing on two units.

Gross Receipts Tax Rate: 8.6875 percent Lodgers Tax Rate: 5 percent Residential Property Tax: 20.070 mills Sources: UNM Bureau of Business & Economic Research; Taos

The economy of the area is dominated by Taos County Assessor’s Office Ski Valley, a world-class winter sports mountain that is known for its steep trails and an average SCHOOLS/HIGHER ED None; area within Taos Municipal School District of 300 inches of snowfall. The basin first attracted settlement when gold and copper were discovered PUBLIC RECREATION FACILITIES in the early 1900s.

Hiking/Mountain Biking/X-C: Carson National Founders Ernie and Rhoda Blake put up the first Forest, www.fs.usda.gov/carson, (575) 758-6200; popular trails include Williams ski lift in 1956 and, until 2013, the family owned Lake Trail, Bull ‘O The Woods Trail, Gold Hill Trail, the resort. In 2013, the family sold the mountain Yerba Canyon Trail, Gavilan Canyon Trail and facilities to former hedge fund manager Louis Fishing: Rio Hondo, Lake Fork 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. Typically, about 250,000 skiers and snowboarders (admitted in 2010) hit the slopes every year. Other winter activities include snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross-country and back-country skiing, and tubing. In the summer, the main chairlift takes hikers, mountain bikers and sightseers to midmountain.

ST. MORITZ CONDOMINIUMS

Source: U.S. Census Bureau; Village of Taos Ski Valley Master Plan

FORM OF GOVERNMENT

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

MLS# 91263 .......Unit 101 .........$399,000 ............1Br $319.72 monthly dues

MLS# 91264 .......Unit 102 .........$399,000 ...........*1Br $311.96 monthly dues

! .........$529,000 ...........*2Br MLS# 91266 .......Unit D201 SOL $395.15 monthly dues ! .........$499,000 ............2Br MLS# 91267........Unit D202 SOL $395.15 monthly dues MLS# 91268 .......Unit 302 .........$499,900 ............2Br $364.49 monthly dues

MLS# 91270 .......Unit 402 .........$439,000 ............1Br $332.06 monthly dues

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

The Village of Taos Ski Valley, incorporated in 1996, HEALTH SERVICES encompasses 2.3 square miles in the valley and Mogul Medical Urgent Care, open during administers municipal services, such as water, ski season only; www.mogulmedical.com, (575) 776-8421. sewer and police.

DRIVING DISTANCES

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

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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 ticketbuyers 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 Ski 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.

POPULATION

Estimated Red River 2013: 482 year-round; approx. 4,000 seasonal Sources: U.S. Census Bureau; 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)

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,

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 Fishing: Red River; Town Ponds

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 year-round service, with door-to-door service, redriver.org/ public-transit, (575) 770-5959; town-operated heliport ; North Central Regional Transportation District (NCRTD): free year-round service, twice daily connection with Questa-Taos route.

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

Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research; Taos County Assessor’s Office

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ANGEL FIRE ANGEL FIRE COMMUNITY PROFILE

Angel Fire is located at an elevation of 8,382 feet 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. Summertime highs rarely exceed 80 degrees, 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 has more than a thousand private homes, a 500acre 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

Estimated Angel Fire 2014: 1,141 year-round; approx. 2,000 summer Source: U.S. Census Bureau; UNM Bureau of Business & Economic Research; local Realtors

TAXES Gross Receipts Tax: 7.7708 percent Lodger’s Tax: 5.00 percent Sports & Recreation Fee: 2.4 percent Residential Tax Rate: 17.471-22.306 mills

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

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

FORM OF GOVERNMENT

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

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION None

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

Source: N.M. Dept. of Revenue; Colfax County Assessor’s Office

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Photo: Aya Trevino

QUESTA 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 Cabarets 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 Vendor 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 high-desert 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. Questa 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.

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POPULATION

Estimated Questa 2013: 1,769

Source: U.S. Census Bureau; 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

FORM OF GOVERNMENT

Mayor/Village Council, with mayor and four council members, serving four-year, 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

HEALTH SERVICES

Questa Health Center, 2573 Hwy. 522; (575) 586-0315

DRIVING DISTANCES

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

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Taos County Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory Heritage Trust Company of NM www.HTrust.com 630 Paseo del Pueblo Sur #170, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-7700 ext 204

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

Taos Farmers Market www.taosfarmersmarket.org PO Box 3114, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-9539

PPC Solar www.ppcsolar.com 245 Paseo del Canon East, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-5896

Knight Financial Limited www.knightfinanciallimited.com 115 La Posta Rd, Suite D, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-3388

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

Taos Food Coop 314 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Suite E, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3840

Sol Luna Solar www.sollunasolar.com 56C County Rd 65, Dixon, NM 87527 575-770-7042

Money Now/ Installment Loan Center 1204 A Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM 87529 575-758-7822 Peoples Bank www.bankingunusual.com 1356 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4500 Taos Financial Strategies 209 Camino de la Merced Unit C, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5835 New Mexico Community Development Loan Fund www.loanfund.org 423 Iron Ave. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-3196 Wanda Lucero State Farm Insurance Agency www.wandalucero.com 211 Kit Carson Rd., Taos, NM 87571 575-737-5433 Winter Accountancy,P.C. www.taoscpa.com 630 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Suite 170, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3964 Fine Art Print Making Southern Exposure Photography www.southernexposurephoto.com 316 East Main St., Red River, NM 87558 575-754-6495 Starline Printing www.starlineprinting.com 7111 Pan American NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-345-8900 Fitness CrossFIt Taos crossfittaos.net 1103 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-224-6398

The Bavarian Lodge & Restaurant www.thebavarian.com 100 Kachina Road, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 575-776-8020

Black Mesa Winery www.blackmesawinery.com 1502 Highway 68, Velarde, NM 87582 505-852-2820 Brett House Catering bretthousecatering.com Ski Valley Rd, Taos, NM 87571 575-776-1919

Varela’s Flooring Works 208-C Paseo Del Canon East, Taos, NM 87571 575-208-9681 Florist/Garden Supply Margaret Palmer Floral Design www.taosflowerdiva.com 349 Monte Vista Rd, Taos, NM 87571 575-741-0408 Rio Grande Ace Hardware & Building Materials www.riograndeace.com 1381 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4268 The Enchanted Florist www.taosflorist.com Marjorie Perry 622-A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3030 Taos Floral Design taosfloraldesigns.com 216M Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-0245

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

El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa www.elmontesagrado.com 317 Kit Carson, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3502

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

El Taoseño Restaurant & Lounge www. taoseno.com 819 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4142 Eske’s Brew Pub & Eatery www.eskesbrewpub.com 106 Des Georges Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1517

Flowerdust Fruit Market 1 Cielo Dulce, El Prado, NM 87529 760-468-8287

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

downsizing made simple www.downsizing-made-simple.com Taos, NM 87571 575-779-6826

Doc Martin’s Restaurant www.taosinn.com 125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 505-758-1977

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

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

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

Cid’s Food Market www.cidsfoodmarket.com 623 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1148

Farmhouse Cafe and Bakery www. farmhousecafeandbakery.com 1405 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5683

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

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

Bent Street Cafe & Deli www.bentstdeli.com 120 Bent Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5787

Deliberately Fit www.deliberatelyfit.com 324 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2900

Taos Spa & Tennis Club www.taosspa.com 111 Dona Ana Drive, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1980

The Adobe Bar www.adobebar.com 125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2233

Gems & Minerals Touchstone Gallery www.touchstonegalleries.com 110 S. Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-5001 Gold & Diamond Buyer Leshem Diamonds and Gold www.leshemdiamonds.com 1027 Salazar Rd. #E, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1573 Golf Angel Fire Resort www.angelfireresort.com P.O. Box 130, Angel Fire, NM 87710 575-377-6401

Historic Taos Inn, The www.taosinn.com 125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2233

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

Hunan Chinese Restaurant www.hunantaos.com 1023 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-0474

Taos Country Club & Golf Course 54 Golf Course Drive, Ranchos deTaos, NM 87557 575-758-7300

Jethro’ Genuine Texas Barbeque 624 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571

Government Taos County Government www.taoscounty.org 105 Albright Street, Suite A, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-6300

Midtown Market & Lounge www.midtownms.com 680 State Road 522, Arroyo Hondo, NM 87513 575-776-1680 Mondo Italiano www.facebook.com/pages/Mondo-Kultur 622 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-7712 Pizanos Pizza & Pasta www.taospizza.com #23 Hwy 150, Taos, NM 87571 575-776-1050

Taos Pueblo Enterprises, Inc. (TPEI) 515 Gusdorf Rd. Suite #5, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-7100 Town of Taos www.taosgov.com 400 Camino de la Placitas, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-2000

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

U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development www.usda.gov 6200 Jefferson NE. Room 255, Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-761-4951

Sabroso www. sabrosotaos.com 470 State Hwy. 150, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514 575-776-3333

Green/ Sustainable Flowerdust Fruit Market 1 Cielo Dulce, El Prado, NM 87529 760-468-8287

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Sustainable Builders, LLC, www.sustainablebuilders.net Taos, NM 575-770-2509 Grocery Stores Albertson’s www.albertsons.com 710A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1250 Cid’s Food Market www.cidsfoodmarket.com 623 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1148 Midtown Market & Lounge www.midtownms.com 680 State Road 522, Arroyo Hondo, NM 87513 575-776-1680 Smith’s Food & Drug www.smithsfoodanddrug.com 224 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3711 Taos Market www.pnftaosmarket.com 910 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 Ground Transportation North Central Regional Transit District www.ncrtd.org 1327 North Riverside Drive, Espanola, NM 84532 505-438-3257 Hair & Beauty El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa www.elmontesagrado.com 317 Kit Carson, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3502 Hive Salon Oxygen Bar Gallery www.HiveSalonTaos.com 300 Kit Carson Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-7790 Hardware Stores Randall Lumber & Hardware, Inc. www.randalllumber.com 315 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 575-758-2271 Rio Grande Ace Hardware & Building Materials 1381 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4268 Rio Grande Ace Hardware II Pueblo Allegre Mall, Taos, NM 87571 Health & Wellness 365 Days of Wellness www.365well.org Ranchos De Taos, NM 87557 505-818-9898

Rodan & Fields Dermatology www.mgonzalez3.myrandf.com, Taos, NM 87571 575-779-2260 Taos Center for Natural Healing www.taoscenterfornaturalhealing.com 219 Calvary Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-1616 Vista Taos www.vistataos.com 259 Blueberry Hill Rd, El Prado, NM 87529 575-758-5858 Young Living Essential Oils 78 Sugar Lane, El Prado, NM 87529 727-804-8010 Zocalo www.zocaloshoes.com 133 North Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4711 Health Care Services Christus Health www.christushealth.org Taos, NM (800) 681-8809 ext. 135 Colonias Chiropractic Center www.stretchatwork.com P.O. Box 1589, El Prado, NM 87529 575-776-1117 El Centro Family Health www.ecfh.org 1331 Gusdorf, Taos, NM 87571 1-800-284-7284 Taos Health Systems www.taoshospital.org 1397 Weimer Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8883 New Life Pregnancy Center www.pregnancytaos.com 105 Bertha Road Ste. D, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2899 RealEyes www.realeyestaos.com 1353 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Ste C, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3215 Eye Associates www.eyenm.com 1399 Weimer Rd, Suite 400, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-0621 Taos Retirement Village taosretirementvillage.com 414 Camino de la Placita #24, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8248 Hiking & Biking Los Rios River Runners www,losriosriverrunners.com 4003 Highway 68, Taos, NM 87571 575-776-8854 Mountain Skills Rock Climbing Guide www.climbingschoolusa.com P.O. Box 206, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514 575-776-2222 Gearing Up Bicycle Shop www.gearingupbikes.com 129 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-0365

Defendu Academy defenduacademy.com 1008 A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-613-7871

Taos Cyclery www.taoscyclery.com 1103 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Suite 3A, El Prado, NM 87529 575-758-5551

Deliberately Fit www.deliberatelyfit.com 324 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2900

Home & Garden Bailey’s Chimney Cleaning & Repair www.baileyschimney.com PO Box 1661, El Prado, NM 87529 575-770-7769

El Centro Family Health www.ecfh.org 1331 Gusdorf, Taos, NM 87571 800-284-7284 Golden Mountain Tai Chi www.goldenmountaintaichi.com 2 Upper Colonias, El Prado, NM 87529 575-737-8671 Hypnotherapist-Life CoachNutrition Coach hypnotherapytaos.com 65 US HWY 522, # C1, El Prado, NM 87529 575-921-8234 Northside Health & Fitness Center 1307 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM 87529 575-751-1242

Constellation Home Electronics www.constellationsantafe.com 215 Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM 87501 505-983-9988 Taos Twist, www.taostwist.com Taos, NM 87571 575-758-9051 Taos Farmers Market taosfarmersmarket.org PO Box 3114, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-9539 Home Inspection Chill-Ax! www.chill-ax.com P.O. Box 449, Arroyo Hondo, NM 57513 575-770-9229

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Taos County Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory Home Maintenance Bailey’s Chimney Cleaning & Repair www.baileyschimney.com PO Box 1661, El Prado, NM 87529 575-770-7769 Chill-Ax! www.chill-ax.com P.O. Box 449, Arroyo Hondo, NM 57513 575-770-9229 Constellation Home Electronics www.constellationsantafe.com 215 Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM 87501 505-983-9988 High Country Real Estate Services taosrealestatebroker.com 4175 State Road 68 Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-758-2723 Vargas Tile Co. Inc. www.vargastile.com 4114 State Road 68 Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-758-5986 Horse Rescue & Rehab Equine Spirit Sanctuary www.equinespiritsanctuary.org 13 Los Caballos Road Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-758-1212 Horses/ Horseback Riding AA Taos Ski Valley Wilderness Adventures, LLC bigaltsv.com Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 575-751-6051 Red River Stables LLC www.redriverstables.com 800 E. Main St., Red River, NM 87558 575-754-1700 Rio Costilla Cooperative Livestock Association #72 State Road 196, Costilla, NM 87524 575-586-0542 Rio Grande Stables www.riograndestables.com Taos Ski Valley, NM 87571 575-776-5913 Hot Air Ballooning Eske’s Paradise Balloons www.taosballooning.com 31 Reynolds Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-6098 Pueblo Balloon Company www.puebloballoon.com P.O. Box 361, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-9877 Hot Springs Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa www.ojospa.com 50 Los Banos Drive, Ojo Caliente, NM 87549 505-583-3232 Hot Tubs & Spas Wolfgang’s Spa Works wolfgangspas.com 1210 J Salazar Rd., Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1857 Hotels & Motels Alpine Village Suites www.alpine-suites.com 100 Thunderbird Road, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 575-776-8540 Angel Fire Resort www.angelfireresort.com P.O. Box 130, Angel Fire, NM 87710 575-377-6401 Anthony’s at the Delta www.atthedelta.com 233 N. Paseo del Onate, Espanola, NM 87532 505-753-4511 Bavarian Lodge & Restaurant www.thebavarian.net 100 Kachina Road, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 575-776-8020 BookTaos Central Reservations www.booktaos.com 3 Ernie Blake Road, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 1-844-321-BOOK(2665) Burch Street Casitas www.casitasintaos.com 310 Burch Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-9038

Casa Gallina www.casagallina.net 609/613 Callejon Rd, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2306 Columbine Inn & Conference Center www.columbineinntaos.com 1288 Highway 150, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 575-776-5723

Hunting/Fishing Cottam’s Ski & Outdoor Shop www.cottamsskishops.com 207 A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2822 Los Rios River Runners www.losriosriverrunners.com 4003 Highway 68, Taos, NM 87571 575-776-8854

El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa www.elmontesagrado.com 317 Kit Carson, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3502

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

El Pueblo Lodge & Condominiums www.elpueblolodge.com 412 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8700

Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort www.sipapunm.com 5224 Hwy 518, Vadito, NM 87579 575-587-2240 Insurance Andrea Suazo State Farm Teamsuazo.com 1010 B Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-950

Hampton Inn www.hamptoninn.hilton.com/Taos 1515 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-5700

Hotel La Fonda de Taos www.lafondataos.com 108 South Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2211 Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza www.indianhillsinntaosplaza.com 233 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4293 La Posada de Taos www.laposadadetaos.com 309 Juanita Lane, Taos, NM 87571 800-645-4803

Origin, LLC www.originnewmexico.com 34020 US HWY 285 Rancho de San Juan Drive, NM 87549 505-747-2374 Premiere Properties Vacation Rentals www.taosvacationhomes.com 1423 Couse Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1811 Sagebrush Inn & Suites www.sagebrushinn.com 1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2254

Taos Lodging Vacation Properties www.taoslodging.com 109 Brooks Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-1771 Housing Habitat For Humanity Taos www.taoshabitat.org 114 E. Alexander Rd., Suite E, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-7827 Resort Properties of Angel Fire www.resortpropertiesofangelfire.com 52 North Angel Fire Rd Suite 7, Angel Fire, NM 87710 575-377-3711

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Vargas Tile Co. Inc. www.vargastile.com 4114 State Road 68, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-758-5986 Internet Services Brownrice Internet, Inc. www.brownrice.com 201 Camino de la Merced, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4175

Marketing- Writing TaosAndMore.com La Loma Plaza Taos, NM 87571 619-889-1672 Taos Public Relations & Marketing Taos, NM 575-737-0675 ZAP Marketing Partners; BIG BANG Marketing, Advertising & PR www.zapmktg.com, Taos, NM 87571 505-310-1702

Brown & Brown Insurance www.bbnm.com 627 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2244

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

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

Daniels Insurance, Inc. www.danielsinsuranceinc.com 805 St. Michaels Drive, Santa Fe, NM 87505 505-982-4302

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

Thomas E. Gutierrez Farmers Insurance Agency www.farmersagent.com/tgutierrez 1033 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Suite F Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4618 Wanda Lucero State Farm Insurance Agency www.wandalucero.com 211 Kit Carson Rd., Taos, NM 87571 575-737-5433 Interior Design & Furnishings downsizing made simple downsizing-made-simple.com, Taos, NM 87571 575-779-6826

Garden and Soul www.gardenandsoul.com 137 North Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-1825 Leshem Diamonds and Gold www.leshemdiamonds.com 1027 Salazar Rd. #E, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1573 Kids Stuff Community Against Violence, Inc. www.taoscav.org 945 Salazar Rd., Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8082 Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory www.rmcf.com 112 South Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8855 Taos Youth & Family Center www.taosgov.com 407 Paseo del Canon East, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4160 Twirl Toy Store and Play Space www.twirlhouse.com 225 Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-1402

Centinel Bank of Taos www.centinelbank.com 512 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-6700 U.S. Bank www.usbank.com 120 West Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-3540 Mountain Biking Gearing Up Bicycle Shop www.gearingupbikes.com 129 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-0365 Los Rios River Runners 4003 Highway 68, Taos, NM 87571 575-776-8854 Museums Harwood Museum of Art 238 Ledoux Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-9826 Historic Ledoux St. Museums, Galleries, Studios & Shops 214 Ledoux Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-0000 Kit Carson Home & Museum www.kitcarsonhomeandmuseum.com 113 Kit Carson Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4945 Millicent Rogers Museum www.millicentrogers.org 1504 Millicent Rogers Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2462

Kitchen Stores John Dunn Shops 124 Bent Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8110

Taos Art Museum & Fechin House www.taosartmuseum.org 227 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2690

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

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

Taos Historic Museums www.taoshistoricmuseums.org 222 Ledoux St, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-0505

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

Landscaping Bennett Landscaping 817 Upper Ranchitos Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-613-5786

The Couse Foundation www.couse-sharp.org 146 Kit Carson Rd, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-0369

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

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

Red Cat Melissiana www.redcatmelissiana.com 110 Dona Luz Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-7553

Kit Carson Telecom www.kitcarson.net 201B Cruz Alta Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4838

Molina Healthcare of New Mexico molinahealthcare.com 400 Tijeras Ave. NW, Suite 200 Albuquerque, NM 87113 505-342-4660

Old Taos Guesthouse Bed & Breakfast www. oldtaos.com 1028 Witt Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5448

Llama Trekking Wild Earth Llama Adventures 1-800-758-LAMA (5262) www.LlamaAdventures.com 90 Squash Blossom Road, Eagle Nest, NM 87718

Beaudry Insurance Agency 603 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8106

Insure Taos LLC www.insuretaos.com 1027 Salazar Rd # H, Taos, NM 87571 (575) 737-9000

Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa www.ojospa.com 50 Los Banos Drive, Ojo Caliente, NM 87549 505-583-3232

Paul Davis Restoration www.pdrestoration.com 67A Hwy 522, El Prado, NM 87529 575-776-2349

Mining Operations Chevron Mining Inc. Questa Mine chevronmining.chevron.com 3.5 miles E Questa on State Highway 38 Questa, NM 87556 575-586-0212

Farmers Insurance Group, Major Dennis L. Santistevan Agency, Inc. www.farmers.com 330D Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-776-3224

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

Laundry Services Pinch Penny Wash-O-Mat 823 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM 575-758-1265

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

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co 1356 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8331

The Historic Taos Inn www.taosinn.com 125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2233

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

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

Chill-Ax! www.chill-ax.com P.O. Box 449, Arroyo Hondo, NM 57513 575-770-9229

Graystone Furniture & the sofa gallery www.graystonefurniture.com 815 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-1266

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

Music/Musicians Music from Angel Fire 1405 Luisa Street #2 Santa Fe, NM 87505 Taos Community Chorus www.taoschorus.com 215 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-779-2405

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Taos County Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory Taos Jazz Bebop Society Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3147 Taos Lifestyle Productions www.taoslifestyleproductions.com Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5885 Taos Opera Institute PO BOX 3379, Taos, NM 87571 575-740-6431 Taos School of Music Summer Chamber Music Festival #360 State Highway 150, Taos, NM 87571 575-776-2388 Natural & Environmentally Safe Products Cid’s Food Market 623 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1148 El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa 317 Kit Carson, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3502 Taos Adobe Quilting 102 Teresina Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-3219 Flowerdust Fruit Market 1 Cielo Dulce El Prado, NM 875729 760-468-8287 Newspapers The Taos News www.taosnews.com 226 Albright Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2241 Non-Profit Organizations Amigos Bravos: Because Water Matters www.amigosbravos.org 105-A Quesnel, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3874 Bridges Project for Education www.bridgesproject.org 112A Alexander Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5074 Community Against Violence, Inc. www.TaosCAV.org 945 Salazar Rd., Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8082 David Westphall Veterans Foundation, Inc. www.angelfirememorial.com 34 Country Club Road, Angel Fire, NM 87710 575-377-6900 DreamTree Project www.dreamtreeproject.org 128 La Posta Rd, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-9595 Equine Spirit Sanctuary 13 Los Caballos Road, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-758-1212 Field Institute of Taos P.O. Box 486, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514 575-770-2391 Girl Scouts of New Mexico Trails www.nmgirlscouts.org 4000 Jefferson Place, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-343-1040 Habitat For Humanity Taos www.taoshabitat.org 114 E. Alexander Rd. Suite E, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-7827 Lions Club of Taos PO Box 199, Taos, NM 87571 Living Labyrinths For Peace www.livinglabyrinthsforpeace.org Taos, NM 87571 575-779-6227 Los Jardineros Garden Club Of Taos www.gardencluboftaos.org P.O. Box 3103, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-776-7741 New Life Pregnancy Center 105 Bertha Road Ste. D, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2899

Nonviolence Works, Inc. www.nonviolenceworks.us 1337 E&F and 1335-Q Gusdorf, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4297

Photos & Photography Sean Kelly Portraits www.seankellyportraits.com 1337 P Gusdorf, Taos, NM 87571 575-770-4367

Not Forgotten Outreach, Inc. notforgottenoutreach.org, Taos, NM 87571 575-224-1503 Rocky Mountain Youth Corps 1203 King Drive #3, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-1420

Jim Cox Event Photographer Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 530-386-5548 Razor Sharp Productions TAOS, NM (575) 613-0027

Small Business Development Center at UNM-Taos www.nmsbdc.org 115 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos , NM 87571 575-737-6214

Physical Therapy & Massage El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa 317 Kit Carson, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3502

Taos Center for the Arts 133 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2052

Holy Cross Hospital www.taoshospital.org 1397 Weimer Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8883

Taos Community Chorus 215 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-779-2405

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

Taos Community Foundation www.taoscf.org 114 Des Georges Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-9300 Taos Milagro Rotary Club P. O. Box 167 Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 505-603-1342 The Life Link, Anti-Human Trafficking Initiative www.505getfree.org 2325 Cerrillos Rd., Santa Fe , NM 87505 The Loan Fund 423 Iron Ave. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-3196 Opticians /Eyewear Eye Associates www.eyenm.com 1399 Weimer Rd, Suite 400, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-0621 RealEyes www.realeyestaos.com 1353 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Ste C Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3215

RealEyes 1353 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Ste C, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3215

Salazar Road Veterinary Clinic 1025 Salazar Rd, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-9115 Stray Hearts Animal Shelter of Taos www.strayhearts.org 1200 St Francis Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2981 UnLeashed 98 HWY 150 / UNIT#5, El Prado, NM 87529 575-613-7344 Photo Shops Southern Exposure Photography 316 East Main St., Red River, NM 87558 575-754-6495

Publications Edible Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Taos, NM 87571 505-212-0791 Names & Numbers www.namesandnumbers.com 1400 S. St. Francis Dr., Suite A1 Santa Fe, NM 87505 575-758-8510 New Mexico Business Weekly www.bizjournals.com 116 Central Ave. SW Suite 202 Albuquerque, NM 87123 575-3488314

Northern New Mexico Gas www.northernnmgas.com 67 Highway 522 C, El Prado, NM 87529 575-758-8400

Pueblos Indian Pueblo Cultural Center www.indianpueblo.org 2401 12th St. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104 505-724-3518

Printing Services Acorn Graphics 219 Cruz Alta Rd, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-0469

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

Cheryl Neuenschwander Taos, NM 87571 435-901-4767

The Local Pages of New Mexico www.thelocalpages.net 4910 W. Amelia Earhart Dr Salt Lake City, UT 84116 801-9631702

Garden and Soul 137 North Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-1825

Pets & Animal Services 10,000 Wags Pet Resort & Retail Store www.10000wags.com 24822 US Hwy 64 West, El Prado, NM 87529 575-751-9247

Taos Lodging Vacation Properties 109 Brooks Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-1771

Hawk Mechanical, LLC hawkmechanical.net 1132 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4433

Pottery Taos Clay Studio 1208 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM 87529 575-778-7660

Taos Mountain Outfitters www.taosmountainoutfitters.com 113 North Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-9292

RossLynn Reservations 5 Pinon Trail, Taos, NM 87571 1-800-764-3366

Starline Printing 7111 Pan American NE,Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-345-8900

Valverde Energy, Inc. www.valverdeenergy.com 1001 Energy Dr., Taos, NM 87571 575-751-0060

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

Premiere Properties Vacation Rentals 1423 Couse Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1811

Plumbing & Heating/ Solar Dahl Taos 800 Bond Drive, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-5483

Phoenix Mechanical www.phoenixmechanical.net 1217 Gusdorf Rd, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3027

Outdoor & Sporting Equipment Big 5 Sporting Goods www.big5sportinggoods.com 223 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571

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Holy Cross Hospital 1397 Weimer Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8883

Kokopelli Property Management Taos, Santa Fe, Angel Fire 413 E Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 855-264-0673

Southern Exposure Photography 316 East Main St., Red River, NM 87558 575-754-6495 Starline Printing www.starlineprinting.com 7111 Pan American NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-345-8900 Property Management BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY-Home Services- Taos Real Estate 314 A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1924 Chill-Ax! www.chill-ax.com 30 Hondo Seco, Arroyo Hondo, NM 87513 575-770-9229 High Country Real Estate Services 4175 State Road 68, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-758-2723

Taos Mountain Casino www,taosmountaincasino.com 700 Veterans Highway, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-0777 Taos Pueblo Tourism www.taospueblo.com P.O. Box 1846, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1028 Quilts & Quilting Supplies Taos Adobe Quilting www.taosadobequiltingandmore.com 102 Teresina Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-3219 Radio Stations KNCE 93.5 Radio, Taos, NM 87571 Studio Phone: 575-737-TEAM LMNOC Broadcasting, Inc. www.kxmt.com 125 A Camino de La Merced, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4491 KTAO-101.9 FM Radio www.ktao.com #9 State Road 150, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5826 Hutton Broadcasting LLC Santa Fe, NM 505-695-9735 Rafting Cottam’s Ski & Outdoor Shop 207 A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2822 Far Flung Adventures 15 Highway 522, El Prado, NM 87529 575-758-2628 Los Rios River Runners www.losriosriverrunners.com 4003 Highway 68, Taos, NM 87571 575-776-8854

Real Estate Taos Real Property – Taos Real Estate www.taosrealproperty.com 104 La Loma Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4004 Berkshire Hathaway-Home Services- Taos Real Estate www.BHHSTaosRealEstate.com 314 A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1924 Century 21 Success www.c21success.com 829 Paseo del Pueblo Sur 5528 NDCBU, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-0080 Coldwell Banker Lota Realty,Inc www.cblotataos.com 204A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8673 Diane Enright - Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Taos Real Estate www.taoshomes.com 515 Gusdorf Road Suite 4, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5478 Fidelity National Title of New Mexico 115A La Posta Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2393 Harvey & Associates Realty www.taospremierproperties.com 603 Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-5678 High Country Real Estate Services www.taosrealestatebroker.com 4175 State Road 68 Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-758-2723 Linda Knief - Century 21 Success 416 Liebert #10, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-0080 Mariposa Realty of Taos www.mariposarealty.com Virtual!, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5600 New Mexico Mountain Properties www.highmoutainproperty.com 502 Camino Cortez, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5258 The LORA Company Real Estate www.realestatetaos.com 225 Kit Carson Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3275 Resort Properties of Angel Fire 52 North Angel Fire Rd Suite 7 Angel Fire, NM 87710 (575) 377-3711 Recreation AA Taos Ski Valley Wilderness Adventures, LLC Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 575-751-6051 Adventure Ski Rentals 1337 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1167 Amigos Bravos: Because Water Matters www.amigosbravos.org 105-A Quesnel, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3874 Angel Fire Resort www.angelfireresort.com P.O. Box 130, Angel Fire, NM 87710 575-377-6401 C & M Archery 127 Los Cordovas Road Ranchos de Taos, NM 87529 505-506-5254 Cottam’s Ski & Outdoor Shop www.cottamsskishops.com 207 A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2822 Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad 500 Terrace Ave, Chama, NM 87520 575-756-2151 El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa 317 Kit Carson, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3502

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Taos County Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski & Snowshoe Area www.enchantedforestxc.com Bobcat Pass, Red River, NM 87558 575-754-6112

General Rental www.taosgeneralrental.com 1030 US Hwy 64, El Prado, NM 87528 575-758-9450

Eske’s Paradise Balloons 31 Reynolds Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-6098

Reservation Services BookTaos Central Reservations 3 Ernie Blake Road, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 844-321-BOOK(2665)

Far Flung Adventures www.farflung.com 15 Highway 522, El Prado, NM 87529 575-758-2628 Field Institute of Taos www.fittaos.org P.O. Box 486, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514 575-770-2391 Gearing Up Bicycle Shop 129 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-0365 Los Rios River Runners 4003 Highway 68, Taos, NM 87571 575-776-8854 Mitchell Theatres Storyteller 7 www.storyteller7.com 110 Old Talpa Canyon Rd., Taos, NM 87571 575-751-4245 Mountain Skills Rock Climbing Guide P.O. Box 206, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514 575-776-2222 Pueblo Balloon Company P.O. Box 361, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-9877 Rio Costilla Cooperative Livestock Association www.riocostillapark.com #72 State Road 196, Costilla, NM 87524 575-586-0542

Martyrs Steakhouse www.martyrs-steakhouse.com 146 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-3020 Mc Donald’s of Taos 211 South Santa Fe Rd, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-9762

Premiere Properties Vacation Rentals 1423 Couse Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1811 Restaurants 5 Star Burgers 1032 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8484

Mondo Italiano 622 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-7712 Old Martina’s Hall, LLC www.oldmartinashall.com 4140 State Hwy. 68 Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-758-3003 Pizanos Pizza & Pasta #23 Hwy 150, Taos, NM 87571 575-776-1050

ACEQ Restaurant www.aceqrestaurant.com 480 State Road 150, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514 575-776-0900 The Bavarian Lodge & Restaurant 100 Kachina Road, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 575-776-8020 Bella’s Mexican Grill www.bellasmexicangrill.com 122 Dona Luz St, Taos, NM 87571, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-3130

Taos High Culinary Arts ProgramEdu@work Cafe 134 Cervantes Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-8080

Doc Martin’s Restaurant 125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1977

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

Earlene’s Public House A Cafe & Bakery 1014 Paseo del Pubelo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2007

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

Taos Clay Studio 1208 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM 87529 575-778-7660

El Meze Restaurant www.elmeze.com 1017 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM 87529 575-751-3337

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

El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa 317 Kit Carson, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3502

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

El Taoseno Restaurant www.taoseno.com 819 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4142

The Gorge Bar & Grill www.thegorgebarandgrill.com 103-I East Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8866

Farmhouse Cafe and Bakery www.farmhousecafeandbakery.com 1405 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5683

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

Taos Mountain Casino www.taosmountaincasino.com 700 Veterans Highway, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-0777 Taos Mountain Outfitters 114 South Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-9292 Taos Ski Valley, Inc. skitaos.org 116 Sutton Place, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 575-776-2291

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

Retail 10,000 Wags Pet Resort & Retail Store 24822 US Hwy 64 West, El Prado, NM 87529 575-751-9247

The Historic Taos Inn 125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2233

Alpacas at Victory Ranch One mile N of Mora on Hwy 434, Mora, NM 87732 575-387-2254

Twirl Toy Store and Playspace 225 Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-1402

John Dunn Shops 124 Bent Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8110

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

Wild Earth Llama Adventures 90 Squash Blossom Road, Eagle Nest, NM 87718 1-800-758-LAMA (5262)

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

Recycling Recycle Ranger PO Box 1065, El Prado, NM 87529 575-776-2040

KTAO-101.9 FM Radio & Solar Center #9 State Road 150, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5826

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

Rental Supplies Celebrations Event Rentals LLC 120 Bertha Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8463

Kyote Club, LLC 330A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-3302

Taos Tennis at Quail Ridge Taos: A Condo Resort www.taostennis.com 88 State Road Hwy 150, Taos, NM 87571 575-776-3447

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Moxie 216B Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1256 Nature’s Emporium Soap Co. www.CherokeeSoap.com 1204 B Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM 87529 575-758-1157 Overland Sheepskin Co 1405 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8820

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory 112 South Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8855

Rio Grande Stables Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 575-776-5913

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

Taos School of Music Summer Chamber Music Festival www.TaosSchoolofMusic.com #360 State Highway 150, Taos, NM 87571 575-776-2388

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory 112 South Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8855

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

Diamond Dogs 1027 Salazar Rd, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1196

El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa 317 Kit Carson, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3502

Red Cat Melissiana 110 Dona Luz Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-7553

Taos Diner www.taosdiner.com 908 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2374

Casa de Valdez casadevaldeztaos.com 1401 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8777

Taos Cyber Magnet School 310 Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5200

Purple Sage Cafe 1379 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-0562

Sabroso Restaurant & Bar www.sabrosotaos.com #470 State Highway 150, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514 575-776-3333

Bent Street Cafe & Deli www.bentstdeli.com 120 Bent Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5787

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

Community Against Violence, Inc. 945 Salazar Rd., Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8082 Cottam’s Ski & Outdoor Shop 207 A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2822

Southern Exposure Photography 316 East Main St., Red River, NM 87558 575-754-6495 Taos Rockers 229A Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2326

University of New Mexico-Taos taos.unm.edu 115 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-6200 UNM-Taos Extended University statewide.unm.edu 246-B Ledoux Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2828 Security Systems & Services Bennett Security 817 Upper Ranchitos Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-613-5786 Sewing Machine Sales and Service Taos Adobe Quilting 102 Teresina Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-3219 Shipping & Mailing Taos Crating Co. www.taoscrating.com 1103 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Ste: A/B El Prado, NM 87529 575-758-3587

Taos Twist www.taostwist.com, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-9051

Shoe Stores Cottam’s Ski & Outdoor Shop 207 A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2822

Twirl Toy Store and Playspace 225 Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-1402

Zocalo 133 North Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4711

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

Shopping Centers Cruz Alta Plaza, LTD. 710 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Dallas, TX 75201 214-999-4574

Retirement Centers Taos Retirement Village 414 Camino de la Placita #24, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8248 Retreats Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa 50 Los Banos Drive, Ojo Caliente, NM 87549 505-583-3232 Origin LLC 34020 US HWY 285 Rancho de San Juan Drive Ojo Caliente, NM 87549 505-747-2374 Rock Climbing Mountain Skills Rock Climbing Guide www.climbtaos.com P.O. Box 206, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514 575-776-2222 RV Park Taos Monte Bello R.V. Park & Convenience Store www.taosmontebellorvpark.com 24819 US Hwy 64 W, El Prado, NM 87529 575-751-0774 Scenic Train Tours Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad www.cumbrestoltec.com 500 Terrace Ave, Chama, NM 87520 575-756-2151 Schools & Education Adult Learning Center at UNM-Taos taos.unm.edu/theliteracycenter/ 115 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-3730 Anansi Charter School 57 State Road 230, El Prado, NM 87529 575-776-2256 SMU-in-Taos smu.edu/taos 6580 Hwy 518, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-758-8322 Taos Academy 110 Paseo ded Canon West Taos, NM 87571 575-751-3109

John Dunn Shops www.johndunnshops.com 124 Bent Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8110 Signage Acorn Graphics www.acorngraphicstaos.com 219 Cruz Alta Rd, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-0469 Print Ninjas 105 Bertha Street B Taos, NM 87571 575-635-4900 Ski & Snowboard Shops AA Taos Ski Valley Wilderness Adventures, LLC Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 575-751-6051 Adventure Ski Rentals 1337 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1167 Angel Fire Resort P.O. Box 130, Angel Fire, NM 87710 575-377-6401 Cottam’s Ski & Outdoor Shop 207 A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2822 Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski & Snowshoe Area Bobcat Pass, Red River, NM 87558 575-754-6112 Red River Ski Area 400 Pioneer Rd., Red River, NM 87558 575-754-2223 Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort 5224 Hwy 518, Vadito, NM 87579 575-587-2240 Taos Ski Valley, Inc. 116 Sutton Place, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 575-776-2291

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Taos County Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory Ski Resorts Angel Fire Resort www.angelfireresort.com 10 Miller Lane, Angel Fire, NM 87710 575-377-4273

Pieces www.piecestaos.com 1024 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-0500

Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski & Snowshoe Area Bobcat Pass, Red River, NM 87558 575-754-6112 Red River Ski Area www.redriverskiarea.com 400 Pioneer Rd., Red River, NM 87558 575-754-2223 Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort www.sipapunm.com 5224 Hwy 518, Vadito, NM 87579 575-587-2240 Taos Ski Valley, Inc. 116 Sutton Place, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 575-776-2291 Solar Electric Paradise Power Company, Inc 245 Paseo del Canon East, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-5896 Sol Luna Solar www.sollunasolar.com 56C County Rd 65, Dixon, NM 87527 575-770-7042 Spas Buffalo Thunder Resort 20 Buffalo Thunder Trail, Santa Fe, NM 87506 505-455-5555 El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa 317 Kit Carson, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3502 Hive Salon Oxygen Bar Gallery 300 Kit Carson Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-7790 Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa 50 Los Banos Drive, Ojo Caliente, NM 87549 505-583-3232 Touchstone Inn Spa & Gallery 110 Mabel Dodge Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-0192 Specialty & Gift Shops Cottam’s Ski & Outdoor Shop 207 A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2822 Country Furnishings of Taos www.cftaos.com 534 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4633 El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa 317 Kit Carson, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3502 Garden and Soul www.gardenandsoul.com 137 North Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-1825 I Love Taos 115 East Taos Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8565 Moxie www.taosmoxie.com 218A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1256

Red Cat Melissiana 110 Dona Luz Lane, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-7553 Santos Y Mas Www.santosymas.com 484 Hwy. 150, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514 575-776-2088 Substance of Taos 102 Dona Luz, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-0992 Taos Cookery www.taoscookery.com 113 Bent Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-5435

Utilities Kit Carson Electric Cooperative, Inc. www.kitcarson.com 118 East Cruz Alta Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2258

Hinds & Hinds Budget Storage 2 www.hindsandhindsstorage.com 218 A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8134

Kit Carson Energy, Inc. www.kitcarsonenergy.com 201 Cruz Alta Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-7757

Hinds & Hinds Budget Storage 3 www.hindsandhindsstorage.com 110 Calvary Rd., Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1773

Northern New Mexico Gas | Propane Sales, Service & Installation 67 Highway 522 C, El Prado, NM 87529 575-758-8400

Strategic Planning Strategex Business Solutions, Inc. Taos, NM 87571 575-741-0087

Vacation/Short Term Burch Street Casitas www.casitasintaos.com 310 Burch Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-9038

T-Shirts Cottam’s Ski & Outdoor Shop 207 A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2822

Taos Folk www.taosfolkpopup.com, Taos, NM 87571

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

Taos Twist, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-9051

Telephone Kit Carson Telecom 201B Cruz Alta Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4838

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

Theatre & Performing Arts Metta Theater in Taos www.mettataos.org 1470 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1104

Twirl Toy Store and Playspace 225 Camino de la Placita, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-1402 Specialty Lodging Angel Fire Resort P.O. Box 130, Angel Fire, NM 87710 575-377-6401 Buffalo Thunder Resort 20 Buffalo Thunder Trail Santa Fe, NM 87506 505-455-5555

Music from Angel Fire 1405 Luisa Street #2, Santa Fe, NM 87505 Taos Center for the Arts www.taoscenterforthearts.org 133 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2052 Taos Onstage taosonstage.com 222 Ledoux Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-224-1066

Burch Street Casitas 310 Burch Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-737-9038 Casa de Melissa Taos Vacation Rentals 106 Dona Luz, Taos, NM 87571 415-497-7761 Kokopelli Property Management Taos, Santa Fe, Angel Fire 413 E Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 855-264-0673 Premiere Properties Vacation Rentals 1423 Couse Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1811 Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort 5224 Hwy 518, Vadito, NM 87579 575-587-2240 Taos Lodging Vacation Properties 109 Brooks Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-1771 WorldMark by Wyndham www.worldmarktheclub.com 229 A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos NM 87571 575-751-3275

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

Title Companies Fidelity National Title of New Mexico www.fidelitynationaltitle.com 115A La Posta Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2393 First New Mexico Title & Abstract Company, Inc. 1stnmtitle.com 602 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-4264 Tours Los Rios River Runners www.losriosriverrunners.com 4003 Highway 68, Taos, NM 87571 575-776-8854 Wild Earth Llama Adventures www.llamaadventures.com 90 Squash Blossom Road, Eagle Nest, NM 87718 800-758-LAMA (5262) Travel Agents BookTaos Central Reservations www.booktaos.com 3 Ernie Blake Road, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 844-321-BOOK(2665) WISU Travel / Dream Vacation Specialists Taos, NM 87571 575-587-2087

Casa de Melissa - Taos Vacation Rentals redcatmelissiana.com 106 Dona Luz, Taos, NM 87571 415-497-7761 Casa Gallina www.casagallina.net 609/613 Callejon Rd, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2306 Chalet Rio Hondo at Taos Ski Valley 111 New Mexico HWY #150 Taos, NM 87571 El Pueblo Lodge & Condominiums www.elpueblolodge.com 412 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8700 Kokopelli Property Management Taos, Santa Fe, Angel Fire www.kokoproperty.com 1350 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Suite 2, Taos, NM 87571 855-838-8763 Premiere Properties Vacation Rentals www.taosvacationhomes.com 1423 Couse Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1811 RossLynn Reservations www.rosslynn.com 5 Pinon Trail, Taos, NM 87571 800-764-3366 Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort www.sipapunm.com 5224 Hwy 518, Vadito, NM 87579 575-587-2240 Taos Lodging Vacation Properties www.taoslodging.com 109 Brooks Street, Taos, NM 87571 575-751-1771 Veterinary Clinics Salazar Road Veterinary Clinic www.salazarroadvetclinic.com 1025 Salazar Rd, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-9115 Video Production Awakening in Taos, LLC awakeningintaos.com 518 Old Santa Fe Trail #277 Santa Fe, NM 87505 831-402-1373

Celebrations Event Rentals LLC 120 Bertha Road, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-8463 DJ Oliver Knight djoliverknight.com, Taos, NM 87571 575-779-5705 El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa www.elmontesagrado.com 317 Kit Carson, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-3502 Margaret Palmer Floral Design www.taosflowerdiva.com 349 Monte Vist Rd, Taos, NM 87571 575-741-0408 Old Martina’s Hall, LLC www.oldmartinashall.com 4140 State Hwy. 68, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-758-3003 Sagebrush Inn & Suites www.sagebrushinn.com 1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2254 Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort www.sipapunm.com 5224 Hwy 518, Vadito, NM 87579 575-587-2240 Southern Exposure Photography www.southernexposurephoto.com 316 East Main St., Red River, NM 87558 575-754-6495 Taos Country Club & Golf Course 54 Golf Course Drive, Ranchos deTaos, NM 87557 575-758-7300 Zia Event Design Taos, NM 87571 575-779-9008 Window Coverings Dan’s Carpet, Tile & Window Coverings www.danscarpetandfloors.com 7237 Hwy 518, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-758-2420 Eclipse Blinds eclipseblindstaos.com P.O. Box 290, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-7188 Wine & Spirits Black Mesa Winery www.blackmesawinery.com 1502 Highway 68, Velarde, NM 87582 and 241 Ledoux St, Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1969 Midtown Market & Lounge www.midtownms.com 680 State Road 522, Arroyo Hondo, NM 87513 575-776-1680 Parcht Bottleshop & Bites www.parcht.com 103 East Plaza Suite #102 Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1994 Writing/Editing TaosAndMore.com La Loma Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 619-889-1672

Wedding Services Cakes by Mariel P.O Box 3049 Taos, NM 87571 575-770-0855

The Taos County Chamber of Commerce was incorporated in 1962 and exists for the sole purpose of advancing our community’s business, agriculture and commercial sectors through the building of entrepreneurial and economic growth.

The Taos County Chamber of Commerce represents over 400 businesses in Taos County and beyond. We have members in the arts, telecommunications, real estate, travel, construction and more. If you would like a referral or information on member businesses, please contact our office at (575) 751-8800 or visit www.taoschamber.org Enchanted Homes Vol. CVIII •

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Harvey Blaustein 575-737-5678 hblau4@gmail.com

603 Camino de la Placita Taos, NM 87571 www.taospremierproperties.com 575-737-5678

IF YOU TREASURE WIDE OPEN SPACES…

…and love the landscape that dominates around here, we have the perfect place to create your own special world. We proudly offer 1 sq. mile, 640 acres, of land between Taos and Tres Piedras. Run naked, build a commune, create a yoga retreat, or just sit and meditate - but privacy abounds for those that treasure it. And the views just can’t be beat. $480,000

MLS 97934

PRIME COMMERCIAL LAND WITH HIGHWAY FRONTAGE…

We proudly offer 11.28 acres of C-2 land along the highway that leads into Taos. Surrounding the Visitor’s Center, the traffic count at this location is high, the visibility great, and there is frontage on both State Highway 68 and Gusdorf Rd. $2,450.000

MLS 96678

A PREMIER CONDO DEVELOPMENT SITE…

Within the town of Taos, and just across the road from Cid’s Market on the north side, we proudly offer a 15.7 acre level site that is zoned R-14 with a PUD overlay, allowing for creativity. Priced at under $7K a door. $1,350,000

MLS 97312

HISTORIC IN TOWN ADOBE…

We proudly offer the former home and studio of famous early 20th century artist, Oscar Berninghaus, listed in the National Historic Registry. Set on .48 acres, this splendid adobe of some 4,000 sq. ft. has been remodeled but one can still feel the artist in residence. $899,000

MLS 96139

EYE CANDY...

We proudly represent the quintessential home site in the Taos market.

Adjacent to the prestigious Barranca del Pueblo subdivision, in the emerging Overlook area, this 7.59 acre parcel allows for the construction of a 2 story home, with incredible views of the Gorge itself. This is eye candy, idyllic and serene, and a setting that is truly unique. $399,000

MLS 95612

“We get things done on time every time. It’s important to us.”

Harvey Blaustein, Qualifying Broker

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Market Share

Building homes with design in mind

by Harvey Blaustein It seems to me if you chatted with a local over 75 years of age and brought up the topic of interior or home design they would have little knowledge of the subject. You might even get a blank stare. My guess is they were of a generation where function was paramount and design was not a consideration. My guess is cost was important, the way things used to be, and for many it remains that way.

Back in the day — and in these parts the day is a little more recent then in other places — many folks’ concern was to build protection from the elements and from the animals. And they used what they had that was available and free wherever possible.

Looking around Taos it’s pretty easy to understand why those that came before us chose ponderosa pines, aspens, and our world class mud. They remain important to residential construction to this day. People had big families so they had lots of help with chores and putting together that shelter.

Others helped one another, almost always shaping things with 90-degree angles, and were grateful to not sleep under the stars. (We don’t discuss interior/exterior plumbing here. That wasn’t even imagined yet.)

As time passed and families grew, sometimes the level of prosperity did as well, and that one room grew with them. Other interior spaces were added one after the other or back-to-back because that was easiest and usually meant cheapest and that was the key element. So frequently one walked through a bedroom to get to a living space or to another bedroom. No one thought about how these rooms might be expanded or what might happen next to grow the home.

Over time, people got their hands on some money and things got better, including housing. And with all that came design — the chance to actually plan one’s living space and consider placement, sizes and shapes of rooms — before construction. What a great idea.

Today we have access to so much information, and so much for free, that one can certainly get a good education about design. There are computer programs and apps that allow one to sit at home and create different spatial layouts, move walls and see through some, change the

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color pallet and create feelings designers create. Take a virtual tour of a home you have in mind and do a walk through of something that doesn’t yet exist. There are programs that let everyone play architect, which may say something about the future of that profession. But I digress.

Here in Taos, most homes look more like they were inspired by Dwell magazine, rather than Architectural Digest. But like the diversity of the people here, we have all kinds of shelter and beauty is in the eyes of the beholder.

One home design movement is back to small, back to basics, which requires creativity and some sacrifice for the overall gain. Some of these go to extremes but I’ve seen homes under 200 square feet, which is a bit too small for me. It seems that older folks want less responsibility so they waste less precious time on domestic chores, and younger folks don’t see a big home as something they aspire to. McMansions, once so important to so many, may prove to be something few folks want with all the maintenance dollars one might otherwise have to spend on experiences and creating memories — something Millennials seem to treasure.

In Taos, most folks don’t hire professional designers or architects, preferring to save that money and thinking they can figure it out with their contractor. For many that is true. But a professional, an expert, always makes a difference and usually for the good.

(Anecdotally, I note that one couple in Taos had a spectacular home designed by a New Mexico architect. The home, built outside of town, was amazing — a contemporary with so much glass and steel. And while it was dazzling to the eye, it was a horror to live in and the saga ended with litigation and terrible disappointment.)

If you are a believer in feng shui, that will impact your design elements. If you like open spaces, that will as well, And then there are those that like rooms devoted to special uses and doors and walls to set them apart.

Me, at this point in my life, I know what I like and don’t need anyone to tell me how to live. But I am always open to creativity and ideas that make life easier and more fun. And design fits right into that.

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A Woman’s Touch

In and around Taos...

ELEGANT STRAWBALE

This 2300 SF 3BD/2BA/2CG straw bale home on 20 acres located in a sustainable off-grid community, offers modern comforts alongside remarkable eco-innovation.

The outstanding features include soaring ceilings, an open floor plan, hand-built cabinets & doors.

MLS 95172 REDUCED to $499,000

BE PART OF THE FUTURE NOW!

The finest Earthship to date. Completely off grid with all the bells and whistles of modern conveniences. 2 BD, 2 BA, 2 CG with an interior greenhouse. All custom features.

Copper countertops, stained glass panels and handcrafted cabinets. Truly a must see.

SANCTUARY IN SAN CRISTOBAL

Experience Girasol (sunflower). Nestled in the mountains between San Cristobal and Lama. This lovely active and passive solar home on 5.83 acres was designed by the owner and is reminiscent of Pueblo Bonito at Chaco Canyon. Energy efficient Rastra block construction, trombe walls, wind generator, rain catchment, photo voltaics and solar hot water. Views as far as the eye can see.

MLS 96486 $297,000

TRANQUILITY IN TAOS CANYON

HARMONY IN THE HILLS

Award Winning Design + Quality Construction = MAGNIFICENCE

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.

MLS 95659 Reduced to $995,000

COZY IN TAOS CANYON

This former artist’s home, studio and gallery offers peace and privacy. Enjoy the spectacular alpine views and lush meadow with meandering stream and pond. This 2558 SF, 3 BD. 2.5 BA, 2CG home sits on 6.68 acres. The 1100 SF detached studio would also make a perfect guest house.

Escape to the mountains! Stay cool in the summer and cozy in the winter in this 3 bedroom, 2 bath 1500 SF home tucked away in the trees in Taos Canyon. Enjoy the cool breezes from the large deck. In the winter you will stay toasty warm around the efficient Jotul woodstove.

MLS 95377 $449,000

MLS 93680 $159,000

MLS# 96490 $495,000

Pictured above left to right: Teri Koss, Ellen Lerner, Suni Lucas, Katheryn Pate, Kelly Haukebo. center: Paula Madappa, Qualifying Broker.

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