46 Camino deLos Arroyos

This home, casita and workshop provide a serene retreat. The property offers extraordinary creative space surrounded by huge mature trees, established perennial gardens and sweeping views north, east and south. Set in Desert Sage, the landscaping is lush, intentional and wonderfully established, with thousands of pounds of moss rock woven throughout. Nothing here feels new or contrived. It feels like it belongs. Originally built as a three-bedroom home, the main house was converted to two bedrooms to accommodate the needs of two working artists. The floor plan remains wonderfully flexible and could easily return to its original three-bedroom configuration. The kitchen is exceptionally well thought out, with generous counter space, abundant storage and solid wood cabinetry. A tucked-away laundry room keeps the practical stuff out of sight, while the dining area sits in a charming bump-out with windows on three sides. The living room has north- and south-facing windows capturing the views from every angle and is centered around a wood-burning kiva fireplace. French doors lead to an outdoor living area and flagstone patio--a particularly good spot for a cup of tea in the morning, dinner alfresco in the evening, or doing absolutely nothing while looking at the mountains. The primary suite has its own private courtyard, an enormous closet and a spacious bath with separate vanities, a walk-in shower and a privacy door for the commode. Radiant heat runs beneath the floors, and the roof has been carefully maintained. Then there is the 20' x 30' professional artist studio. With 220-amp electrical service and French doors opening directly onto the garden, it's a serious workspace with room for painting, pottery, woodworking or whatever else requires space, power and permission to make a mess. Prefer guests to power tools? There's plenty of room to reimagine it with a bedroom and large bath. The casita is considerably more than an afterthought. Centered around its own kiva fireplace, it has a dramatic 4' x 6' picture window framing the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and El Salto. The beautiful bathroom includes a hand-hammered copper sink detailed with stars and a walk-in shower. Guests may become suspicious that they received the best room in the house. Outside, flagstone patios and walkways wind through the mature trees and perennial gardens, with sculptural vigas and columns adding another distinctly Taos touch. A covered carport provides practical shelter and easy access through to the backyard and casita. This is a home with room to live, garden, create and change your mind about what comes next. Put the third bedroom back. Keep the studio exactly as it is. Turn it into additional living space. Invite the guests--or don't. Take your time