Magic Exists in El Prado, New Mexico ~ Actual magic exists right here in the Land of Enchantment privately tucked away at the end of a quiet road in coveted El Prado, just minutes from Taos Plaza, the Rio Grande river, and Taos Ski Valley. Upon your first experience at this true storybook residence, your jaw will drop and your eyes will light up as you become captivated by some of the most stunning and immersive views of our breathtaking mountain range beyond lush, grassy, and red willow filled meadows. El Prado, which translates to "the meadow" in Spanish, is a very special region here in the sacred valley first occupied by the Tiwa, or Red Willow People, who also happen to be the direct neighbors on the adjacent property which is a privilege of its own; it is a pure joy getting to regularly observe majestic galloping horses, with Wheeler Peak and El Salto as a back-drop while Spring water flows in the acequia waterways through these 6.5 acres. As for the home and guest home located on the land, the magic only continues with a remarkable and traditional 4 bed 2 bath adobe territorial, and separate 1 bed 1 bath cottage inspired guest home. After parking under the extra tall pergola ideal for recreational vehicles you will be enamored by an impressive 80ft long covered flagstone portal (porch) with NM red chile ristras hanging from hand carved beams & corbels. To the left, a contained front yard with a white picket fence, the acequia, and elevated views of Pueblo Peak. To the right, a peaceful entryway through a hand carved door and screen door into a brightly lit foyer where you are greeted by an antique Glenwood Parlor wood stove, and more elegant custom carved wood. All around you, classic Southwest finish-work from the radiant heated saltillo tile floors, up the traditional mud & straw plastered walls that are a foot and a half thick, a corner kiva fireplace with a bancito, up to the un-carved viga, beam, and wood plank ceilings, it is if you're taking a subtle step back in to time, yet with all the modern luxuries. The flow and fengshui of the split-floor plan couldn't be more perfect with plenty of space in each of the rooms and adequate storage for all of one's belongings. The bedrooms themselves are well lit through numerous windows with classic white painted trimming, especially the primary bedroom which is quite the sanctuary. The kitchen and dining room contains vibrant indigo turquoise tile on the countertops up the backsplash, and is a place where tasteful memories will be created preparing and enjoying meals throughout the day with family & friends. The sunroom with floor to ceiling south-facing windows will be a popular place to bask in the sun, reading your favorite book, surrounded by your own indoor tomatoes. The immediate yard couldn't be a better place for pets and children to play, and the greater yard will serve as the perfect home for horses of your own, or any other animal that you hope to raise for that matter. The immediate guest home with tall ceilings, hardwood floors, and antique appliances is privately situated and strategically placed to absorb lots of natural sunlight throughout the day, and provides the same magical views as the rest of the residence. The storage rooms attached to the guest home will be perfect for keeping all of your recreational gear, or perhaps can be converted to more livable spaces, along with the third cottage style storage room beside the pergola. This amount of acreage also means enough space for a multi-family property to keep all the relatives close by. It's impossible to put into words the magic and all the wonderful potential of what 8 Painter Road can become, therefore you must come experience it all for yourself, Summer has just begun.
