Luxurious Santa Fe Ridge Retreat
Featured in Architectural Digest and Dwell
Available for monthly and extended stays by private arrangement.
Privately positioned along a ridgeline overlooking Santa Fe's high desert, this architecturally significant residence offers scale, privacy, and uninterrupted western views across the Jemez Mountains. Designed by an internationally recognized interior designer and published in Architectural Digest and Dwell, the home reflects a disciplined "organic modern" aesthetic rooted in landscape and light refined, intentional, and deeply connected to its surroundings.
Entry is through a walled courtyard and substantial wooden door, revealing a formal foyer that opens into a grand living room anchored by a statement fireplace. Expansive glass walls frame the horizon and retract to connect seamlessly with an oversized terrace featuring its own wood-burning fireplace designed for sophisticated indoor-outdoor entertaining at scale.
The formal dining room accommodates 8 10 guests with ease. Adjacent, the designer kitchen is both functional and architectural, surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows and appointed with a substantial island, dual ovens, three sinks, dedicated coffee station, oversized refrigeration, walk-in pantry, and separate bar with beverage refrigeration. The layout supports both private chef service and elevated personal use.
A secondary den offers a more intimate setting with an oversized wood-burning fireplace, feather-filled seating, large-format television, and a glass desk suitable for a discreet executive workspace.
The primary suite occupies its own private wing. A king canopy bed faces expansive desert views, complemented by a skycove window seat and fireplace. The spa bath includes dual vanities, walk-through closet, glass shower, and a freestanding soaking tub positioned to capture panoramic vistas. French doors provide direct terrace access.
The second bedroom features a king bed, sitting area, private balcony, and en-suite bath with oversized shower and dual sinks. The third bedroom offers a queen French iron bed with an adjacent bath and large glass shower. A long corridor separates the sleeping quarters, ensuring privacy for residents and guests alike.
Skylights throughout introduce balanced natural light, while elevated positioning ensures every room benefits from unobstructed ridge-top views.
Outdoor living is fully realized with covered terraces, dining and lounge areas, and multiple fireplace settings. A walking path winds through mature pinon and cypress trees, reinforcing the property's sense of discretion and retreat. Native landscaping is thoughtfully integrated into the site.
Despite its privacy, the residence is located just 1.5 miles from Canyon Road and in close proximity to Bishop's Lodge and Ten Thousand Waves. A circular drive accommodates up to six vehicles.
This is a rare Santa Fe offering architecturally distinguished, publication-recognized, and positioned for those seeking privacy, scale, and enduring design integrity.
Offered fully furnished
Minimum lease term: 6 12 months
Tenant responsible for utilities
No smoking
Pet consideration with approval
Security deposit required
Rental application, background, and credit check required
House for rent
$20,000/mo
Fees may apply
970 Indian Ridge Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87501
3beds
3,449sqft
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Single family residence
Available now
No pets
Central air
In unit laundry
Attached garage parking
Forced air
What's special
Feather-filled seatingWalled courtyardThree sinksSubstantial islandDual ovensFormal foyerFloor-to-ceiling windows
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Zillow last checked: 11 hours ago
Listing updated: February 22, 2026 at 10:19am
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Tile
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,449 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Heating system: Forced Air
Details
- Parcel number: 19100595
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Santa Fe
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/4/2026 | Listed for rent | $20,000$6/sqft |
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| 1/8/2026 | Listing removed | $20,000$6/sqft |
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| 8/22/2025 | Listed for rent | $20,000-20%$6/sqft |
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| 5/10/2025 | Listing removed | $25,000$7/sqft |
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| 2/9/2025 | Listed for rent | $25,000$7/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 87501
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Atalaya Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 2.2 mi
- 6/10Milagro Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.5 mi
- NASanta Fe EngageGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.5 mi

