If privacy, peacefulness and elegance speaks to you, you must see this beautiful property 20 minutes from downtown Santa Fe in the verdant Chupadero River Valley. Turn down the willow-lined driveway, hear the birds sing, gaze across the 3 acre expanse of grassland to the bosque beyond, then enter through the garden gates; this place is a reprieve for the soul and senses. Built by renowned local builder and architect Andrew Geer in the early 2000’s, the territorial style inspired home exudes mastery of traditional adobe craftsmanship. Northern New Mexico charm abounds, from red brick floors to exposed wood ceilings to custom created plaster walls. Tucked next to the traditional acequia and overlooking the chupadero river, this 3400 square-foot two-story layout brings the outdoors in with generous windows, french doors and a glorious south facing portal. With a meandering flow from one living space to the next, generously sized bedrooms, living rooms on each floor, vaulted ceilings and significant southern light, this home begets four seasons of gatherings and enjoyment. The unattached garage is finished with stucco and wood doors complementing the home, and can be used for storage or as a workshop or studio. A Tumbleweeds tiny home is also parked on the property and may convey with the sale; quite an opportunity as a dwelling for guests or tenants. A private well, an acequia running through it, underground propane, and high efficiency appliances are all value adding attributes. So many unique features make this property a rare gem, equipped with all you can dream of for a tranquil estate within a short drive of all that Santa Fe has to offer, including the Santa Fe Opera, hiking trails a plenty, a robust farmer’s market, lively railyard district, world renowned Canyon Road galleries, and more. Drop into this magical land and home, and leave the world behind. This is a true sanctuary.
