41 Calle Caballeros, El Prado, NM 87529

41 Calle Caballeros: True Northern New Mexico, true El Salto, truly a Special place. The opportunity to own a lush, majestic and scenic property in this part of Taos doesn't come often. The setting is incomparable, and the journey to the oasis is everything... Pass the historic village of Arroyo Seco, a left turn takes you to Taos Ski Valley in 15 minutes, so keep straight on El Salto Road alongside sacred Taos Pueblo land. Travel back in time down Calle Caballeros to the agrarian days bypassing wandering sheep, horses in pastures, and if lucky, a few other farm animals. Just beyond the tall latilla fence and through the sleek automatic gate, you arrive. Immediately notice the tranquil sound of the Acequia Madre del Arroyo Seco. Walk straight to the water and enjoy the smell of fresh mountain air, relax on the hammock, or investigate the ditch headgate that feeds these 1.3 acres with rich mountain water from Carson National Forest half-mile up-stream. Don't get too distracted here, meander past the oversized double-car garage/heated laundry-station, through the iron yard-gate beside the giant Aspen trees, and straight to the middle of the varietal fruit orchard. Here, do a full 360° in slow-motion, take it all in -- around you, a diversity of greenery such as blooming perennials, evergreens & maturing fruit; to the West, a sunset set to never disappoint beyond the mouth of the Rio Grande Gorge; to the South you see the entire Town of Taos & Santa Fe hills in the distance near erupted Abiquiu volcanos; glance East and become engulfed in majestic Taos Mountain; turn North and get lost in the El Salto del Agua rock crevices. The vistas here are hard to beat. At the corner of the giant lawned yard notice the net-metered 26-solar panel array, and three (3) 1,700 gallon underground cisterns that make this property hyper-efficient. Head towards the front door beneath the first of three Portales connected to the home that offer abundant shade perfect for morning coffee. Upon entering, observe the many custom features throughout the home implemented by renowned architect/builder, Kinlock Brown, later remodeled to add 670 sqft. The views from inside are equally incredible with floor-to-ceiling windows surrounding the open-plan living/kitchen/dining area, and the large backyard deck perfect for entertaining with family & friends. There are several places to relax and cozy-up around the built-in flagstone fire pit or in the spacious HotSpring Spa. Back inside, the crisp kitchen is a chef's dream -- new top-tier stainless steel appliances, marble countertops, cherry wood cabinets, and instant hot water enhanced by a Navien H20 system. The large sunken well-lit living room is warm, welcoming, and features a wood burning kiva fireplace, with a second kiva in the master bedroom. During the day, the place stays cool thanks to the Hunter Douglas window blinds & modern ceiling fans. On the same ground floor via the north/south running hallway, find four wool-carpeted bedrooms -- three of them ensuites attached to full bathrooms-- and plenty of closets/shelving that offer convenient storage. Thoughtfully designed, this home also contains multiple skylights, in-floor radiant heating across five independent zones, elegant rainbow slate flooring, diamond finish stucco, and custom wood-work -- notice the quality wood doors, corbels, spun pillars, built-in library, vigas with tongue and groove ceilings...The property is a true wonder, come explore for yourself.