21 Sol Grande Norte, Arroyo Seco, NM 87529

Searching for an enchanting home bursting with unrivaled style and exotic character? Set on a generous 6-acre lot in Arroyo Secos coveted Des Montes area known for its magical views. This unique abode home is custom-designed to blend traditional New Mexico style with distinctive Moroccan influence through its imported doors and fixtures that were personally sourced by the owners during their travels throughout the region. Ideal as a full-time or part-time residence or an income-generating vacation rental, this remarkable dwelling offers 2,274 sq ft of impeccably crafted interior with double-thick natural adobe walls to maintain your comfort no matter the weather. The main house is comprised of 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, plus theres an 800-sq ft ultra-private guesthouse with 2-bed/ 2 bath, living area/dining area with a wood burning Southwest style fireplace, washer/dryer and full kitchen with a large accompanying covered patio. As you approach, you will be greeted by the home's 400-year-old Moroccan "fortress gate" leading to the Dutch door entrance, discover an impressive water feature which is a tile reflection pool and extensive walled gardens with gravel walkways throughout enhanced with copper yard lights and is easily maintained by drip irrigation along with the copper treatment used on the exterior vigas, downspouts, and window seals. The attention to detail in every space both inside and out wont be missed. Inside, authentic exposed adobe bricks highlight the entryways "truth wall." As you continue to explore, you'll be drawn to the soft curves of the natural adobe plaster walls, the radiant-heated stained concrete floors, and the deep, vibrant color palette on display. A dramatic circular living room with extra-high ceiling space has large windows that frame unobstructed, expansive views of Taos Mountain and built-in bench seating surrounding a Southwest style wood-burning fireplace. Perfect for leisurely days, it also has a cozy TV area and a sleeping loft which offers a great space for guests, kids, and grandkids. You will enjoy the open-concept kitchen and its carved-out, domed dining space and the avid cook will appreciate the beauty of the fire slate countertops accentuated by red tones evocative of desert sunsets and great access to large adjacent outdoor patio with Italian porphory stone to complement the outdoor covered spaces. Behind the adjacent double doors, you'll find the primary and guest bedrooms. The main suite, painted a stunning midnight blue, features a bespoke extra-deep tub and shower, a well-sized walk-in closet, plus a convenient full-sized stackable washer and dryer. For outdoor entertaining, theres a Southwest style wood burning fireplace with a seating area, a spectacular copper-colored hot tub for watching night descend on the mesa, a bocce ball court, multiple cherry as well as apple and apricot trees, a firepit with seating and rock pathways with copper yard lighting through the garden. A custom iron staircase leads up to the rooftop deck, an inspired setting for alfresco meals and relaxing under the stars. Accommodate your vehicles with an oversized 2-car detached garage pre-plumbed to easily add radiant floor heating as well as a separate covered carport. Additional benefits include energy-efficient solar (passive and panels), instant hot water, high-speed fiber optic internet, custom hand-crafted ironwork, a private well, two septic systems, a 4,500-gallon water catchment system, track lighting, & ind controlled Bose surround sound speakers throughout both the inside and outdoor space. There's easy access to skiing and hiking trails, not to mention popular shopping and dining destinations. Enchanting views of the Sangre de Cristos to the east, the glittering twinkle of the town of Taos framed before the Truchas Peaks to the south and inspiring views over the mesa to the west to the Rio Grande and beyond as far as the eye can see. NOTE: Main house is 2bed/2bath