What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?
Authentic Adobe construction. Solar and photovoltaic panels. Private well. Rain water catchment. Irrigation rights. Electricity option on demand.Property Description
Solar or Electric...On or Off the grid, it's your choice. “Green” and truly solar gentleman’s ranch or just a quiet retreat ideally located between Santa Fe with its world renowned galleries and restaurants, and Taos offering international caliber skiing. It is also an easy commute to Los Alamos. An authentic Adobe home on over 7.7 lush acres, with the Santa Cruz river running through it. Private and gated, the long driveway leads you to a large wildlife pond with a year-round artesian spring, at the side of the house. There you can enjoy magnificent views of the Truchas Peaks and the Barrancas (Badlands), while relaxing on the landscaped patio.
Irrigation rights convey with the property.
The recently installed active solar, photovoltaic system provides hot water to the house, and the in-floor radiant heat system. This property has state of the art “green” features, but also provides traditional utility systems for backup, such as electric power on demand.
For horseback riding lovers, the BLM and horse trails are only a short ride away.
Private guest/mother-in-law quarters with full bath , kitchen and laundry.
Neighborhood Description
Private, gated and quiet horse properties. Yet only minutes to the highway and business centers.Market Area
The village of Chimayo was founded in the late 1600s by Spanish colonists. It is now home to traditional Hispanic and Indian arts such as weaving, wood carving, and pottery. Only 35 minutes from great culture and entertainment in Santa Fe.School District
Location of Home or Land
Rural
Air Quality
Agriculture in Area | yes |
Industry in Area | no |
Air Pollution in Area | no |
Pesticide Free | yes |
Fragrance Free | yes |
Cleaned with Green Products | yes |
Interior Environment
Heating System | Fireplace |
Cooling System | Passive Cooling |
Ventilation System | Part of Heating System |
Whole House Filtration | Other |
Whole House Vacuum | no |
Energy & Water
Energy System | Photovoltaic (PV) |
Water System | Rain Water Collection |
Wastewater System | Septic System |
Construction Information
Construction Type | Adobe |
Exterior Finish | Stucco |
Interior Finish | Other |
Interior Paint | Other |
Floor Material | Carpet |
Roof Material | Flat |
Window Material | Wood Dual Glazed |
Insulation Material | Other |
Garage / Car Port
Garage / Carport | yes |
Garage Type | attached |
Number of Cars | 1 |
Garage Area | 300 sqft |