65 Rabbit Valley Rd, El Prado, NM 87529

Custom home on a spectacular 5 acre parcel in a truly magical location! Lot 1 of the Valle Vista Subdivision, this particular parcel has it's own access and enjoys the protection of the subdivisions conservation areas that surround it, making your 5 acres feel like 20! Aside from a truly magnificent Taos Mountain view, you will enjoy views in all directions, and the conservation easement which protects birds and wildlife in the deep arroyo behind the house and the incredible, ancient petroglyphs on the rock face of the arroyo which have been documented and studied by several major university archaeological departments. Atop the rock face, on a flat lookout, are the remnants of a sacred ceremonial site, now a magical/mystical place to watch the NM sunsets. The house itself is made of energy efficient 16" RastraBlock, 2720 sq ft with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, sited perfectly to wrap you in the surrounding mountain views and take advantage of passive solar gain. A dramatic front entry portal leads you to the grand, welcoming entry. The interior finishes are a stunning blend of warm woods and soothing stone. At the end of the living room is a one of a kind stone fireplace with hand selected stones. This fireplace is the heart of the home and truly a work of art. Soft limestone floors soak up the winter sun. The ceilings in this great room (and many other areas of the home) are made of split cedar raja's and vigas. The kitchen is gourmet with a 5 burner gas range, double oven, two sinks, rich wood cabinets, reclaimed wood floors, plenty of workspace and a cozy breakfast nook. The master suite is private and luxurious with access to the back yard hot tub deck, and has a walk in closet and spacious bath. There are two additional rooms, each specially sited to take in the surroundings. From the living room toward Taos mountain enjoy a walled and gated courtyard with a deep covered portal and a green grass yard...luxury for the bare feet! There is a fully fenced back yard with gates to the conservation area in back which is ready for your exploration. Additional features: Detached, heated 2 car garage with a half bath, gated driveway, thoughtful landscaping with drip irrigation, custom wood interior and exterior doors and screen doors. This house and all of it's components, have been lovingly maintained and is truly a one of a kind for the most authentic Northern NM experience. History, beauty and luxury all wrapped up in your new home!