101 Los Rios Rd Arroyo Hondo, NM 87513

Designed by noted architect Joaquin Karcher of Zero E Design, this 1BR/1BA home on 5 acres provides a sleek and elegant sanctuary in which to enjoy nature, tranquility, and the spectacular views overlooking the Arroyo Hondo Valley, sunsets and the Rio Grande Gorge to the west,and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the east. Built as a second home and/or vacation rental, this 600-square foot abode features energy efficiency, contemporary style and upscale finishes: super-insulated double walls with 12" of green fiber cellulose; the hardwood floor has 12" of insulation underneath; and the ceiling has 2 feet of insulation, making the house as if it's in a down jacket! There is a no-energy loss air ventilation/exchange system that refreshes the air in this airtight home 9 times per day. The living room has expansive "low-e" windows which let in lots of natural light, and provide sweeping views. The kitchen has an induction cooktop. The bedroom and bath feature a steam shower, hand-made tiles from Mexico, and a custom barn door made from reclaimed local wood. The exterior is Douglas Fir wood siding with rain screen cladding and high-quality UV+ solid stain finish. The home is perched above a carport, storage/utility room (with an extra refrigerator) to maximize the fabulous views. Copy and paste this link to see the it in the "Dwell" web site: https://www.dwell.com/home/skynest-1085fa26. Copy and paste this link to see the it in the "Archello" web site: https://archello.com/project/skynest/ The architect says: “I wanted to create an architecture that would sharpen the perception of visitors – of the location, the natural environs, and even of the way they see themselves." Visitors immerse themselves in the wide open space and observe the weather moving in and out alongside the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range with changing and often spectacular light conditions. SkyNest is all about the experience of this magical spot, connecting with nature and slowing down. You could build a larger home on the lot, and keep this one as a guest house/rental.