luxury houses for sale Taos County, United States

Unique adobe compound in Ojo Caliente with an attached studio apartment and a second unfinished adobe home on .97 acre, just 4 miles south of Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa. The main residence offers approximately 850 sq ft with living, dining, and kitchen, two bedrooms, and one bath. Originally built in 1952 and extensively renovated, the home features adobe walls, exposed beams, updated electrical, plumbing, and sewer, energy-efficient windows, laminate flooring, and a metal roof. The kitchen includes a Bosch refrigerator, electric range, vintage drainboard cast iron sink, and large island. Bathroom with walk-in shower, radiant heated floor, skylight, and front-loading washer/dryer. The attached studio apartment is approximately 350 sq ft with kitchenette, large bath, washer/dryer, mini-split, and a 200 sq ft deck. Currently operating as a successful Airbnb with strong income history and excellent reviews, offered fully furnished. Partial basement provides access to utilities. The unfinished adobe home is approximately 800 sq ft with three rooms, updated windows, doors, foundation, and electrical. Exposed vigas and high ceilings create a blank canvas for a guest house, studio, or additional rental. A separate finished and insulated studio space with power and passive solar adds further flexibility. The property fronts the historic Gavilan Ditch (established 1791) with approximately .75 acre/ft irrigation rights and includes two lateral ditches. Grounds feature mature trees, alfalfa field, fruit trees including cherry and apricot, perennial gardens, and farm beds. Additional features include a newly installed aerobic septic system sized for expansion, community water, Kit Carson Electric, propane, and fiber optic availability. Peaceful setting with distant hillside views.

Defining the new standard for luxury in the Southwest, this 4,984-square-foot contemporary estate is as versatile as it is stunning. A high-yielding Airbnb asset, a premier fractional ownership prospect, or the ultimate personal trophy home.Positioned in the heart of the high desert, the home serves as a front-row seat to the Sangre de Cristo mountains. With the golf course as your backyard and the desert's raw beauty as your horizon, this is more than a residence--it is Querencia. Experience the pinnacle of Taos luxury.

Hidden behind adobe walls in Taos historic district, the Ribak Estate unfolds as a rare convergence of place, art, and enduring craftsmanship. Backing up to La Loma Plaza, an enclave established in 1795 - this storied property occupies a setting where Taos architectural and artistic traditions remain vividly alive. Owned by the renowned Taos Modernists, Beatrice Mandelman and Louis Ribak, the home served for decades as a residence, studio, gallery, and a gathering place for influential artists whose work helped define Taos on the international stage. That legacy is still palpable today, not as a museum piece, but as a living environment shaped by creativity, conversation, and thoughtful stewardship over generations. Recognized by the State of New Mexico as a significant example of Pueblo Revival architecture and documented on the 1929 town survey, the home reflects the hallmarks of authentic adobe construction: substantial walls, sculpted mud plaster, hand-carved corbels, vigas and latillas, nichos, and four traditional Southwestern fireplaces. In 2006, the residence was comprehensively rebuilt from the ground up, preserving historic integrity while integrating modern systems including radiant floor heating, updated electrical, double-pane windows and doors, and energy-efficient infrastructure. The approximately 3,280-square-foot interior is arranged with uncommon flexibility. The main residence offers two bedrooms and two bathrooms, while a fully independent one-bedroom apartment - seamlessly integrated under the same roof - provides options for guests, extended family, rental income, or creative use. The spaces flow naturally rather than formally, with rooms unfolding in a way that feels organic, collected, and deeply personal. At the center of the home, a welcoming parlor and dining area anchors daily life, illuminated by deep-set windows and enriched by museum-quality antique lighting from the sellers collection. The adjoining kitchen balances charm and practicality, featuring a Viking range, hand-painted cabinetry, generous storage, and historic painted beams attributed to early Taos artist and historian Blanche Chloe Grant. One of the homes most compelling spaces is the expansive living room, historically used as an art school and long known as a gathering place for visiting artists and thinkers. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with built-in cabinetry, a sitting area, an oversized bath, and French doors opening to both a covered front balcony and a rear Juliet balcony - each offering a different sense of light, sky, and perspective. The separate apartment enjoys its own living area, kitchen, fireplace, and direct access to a private, stone-terraced courtyard - ideal for quiet mornings, creative pursuits, or hosting guests with privacy. Throughout the property, materials have been carefully curated: reclaimed wood, flagstone, Saltillo tile, antique mirrors, and historic lighting create a layered, authentic atmosph

Introducing La Esencia de El Mirador, a home designed for the essence of entertaining: sharing life, good food, and spectacular views. Located in the peaceful county setting of Ranchos de Taos in the exclusive El Mirador subdivision, La Esencia de El Mirador is an exceptional single-level residence offering approximately 2,600 square feet of refined living space, masterfully crafted by respected builder Ken Wolosin - known for his quality construction and meticulous attention to detail. A private security gate welcomes you onto the property, immediately setting the tone for the thoughtful design, elevated finishes, and enduring craftsmanship found throughout. Inside, the open-concept floor plan lives effortlessly with no interior steps, elegant porcelain stone floors, and radiant in-floor heating that extends into the expansive 779 sq ft heated garage with storage areas. The inviting living room is anchored by a cozy fireplace and framed by Pella triple-pane R-4 windows, filling the home with natural light while delivering outstanding energy efficiency and serene comfort. Pella doors and windows are featured throughout, with enclosed blinds for additional insulation, and reinforcing the homes commitment to quality and performance. The chefs kitchen is a true gathering space, thoughtfully designed for both daily living and entertaining. Viking appliances - including a gas cooktop with hood and double electric wall ovens - are complemented by stone countertops, a dedicated coffee counter, and a well-planned pantry area complete with a wine fridge and microwave. A separate wine closet adds an extra layer of sophistication and convenience rarely found at this level. The primary suite offers a private retreat, featuring a custom California walk-in closet and a luxurious spa-inspired bathroom with an oversized soaking tub and bidet. Two additional bedrooms and a beautifully appointed full guest bath provide comfort and flexibility for family and guests alike. Additional upgrades enhance both form and function, including a Bry fire-resistant roof, ceiling fans in every room, and a security system installed during construction. The spacious utility room includes a deep sink, cabinetry, ample storage, and a gas dryer. The radiant-heated garage is fully finished and exceptionally well-equipped, offering a workbench, wall organizers, a storage room, and a dedicated mechanical room - ideal for projects, hobbies, or outdoor gear. The roof is a flat roof with a 1/2 per every foot slope instead of the standard 1/4 per foot slope, allowing for the rain to spew out of the canales feeding all the Aspen trees and wildflowers. The current owner is the original owner of this home and was heavily involved in its construction and has kept meticulous maintenance records for the entire 18 years. The home is also being sold mostly furnished. Set on 11.93 quiet, open acres, La Esencia de El Mirador offers remarkable privacy, sweeping views, and space to savor th

Set in a beautiful location beneath Latir Peak, the ±1,301-acre Latir Mountain Ranch offers multiple residences, livestock facilities, a well-appointed shop and ±200 acre-feet of senior water rights. With a stocked pond along with private-land elk authorizations, OTC mule deer hunting, and a heavy year-round wildlife presence, this property delivers a rare blend of exceptional mountain recreation and scenery with true ranch capability.Latir Mountain Ranch includes ±661 deeded acres plus a ±640-acre New Mexico State Land lease, forming a contiguous ±1,301-acre holding at the base of northern New Mexico's Latir Peak. Sharing a border with the Urraca Wildlife Management Area to the north and the Latir Peak Wilderness to the east, this ranch offers the feeling of a quiet, wildlife-filled sanctuary only 10 minutes from Questa. Easily accessed directly off of NM Highway 522, the ranch's terrain transitions from sage and native grass covered meadows to rolling piñon-juniper foothills with expansive views of Latir Peak and the surrounding high country of the Latir Peak Wilderness to the east, Ute Mountain and the Rio Grand Valley to the West, and the towering 14,350 foot Blanca Peak to the north. Latir Mountain Ranch features a host of structures in a layout that is designed for functionality and privacy, all connected by a well-maintained network of gravel roads and dirt two-tracks allowing access from the gated entrance to the highest points on the property. The main residence is a custom 2-bedroom, 2-bath Northern New Mexico-style home featuring hardwood floors, radiant in-floor heat, a wood-burning stove in the living room, and a top-floor master suite with soaking tub and separate shower. A newly-installed composite deck off the master suite captures unobstructed views of the ranch and surrounding landscapes. An atrium, complete with waterfall feature, mature vegetation, and Koi pond adds to the ambiance of the home. Just east of the main residence is a stocked pond which is designed to add to the natural beauty of the property while also serving as a functional holding reservoir for both irrigation and livestock water for the property. The second home is a three-bedroom, two-bath manufactured home. It is finished with log siding, tile countertops, a mixture of tile and carpeted floors, and a wood-burning stove in the living room. The third home is a four-bedroom two-bathroom adobe-style residence. This comfortable home features custom kitchen cabinetry, tile and carpeted floors, and a recently upgraded forced-air heat/AC system. This home is currently occupied by the ranch manager. The custom-designed shop is well-insulated and heated, and sports two high-bay overhead doors, a bathroom with shower, an office area, and a recessed oil-change pit. Originally designed for off-grid capability, the shop also houses a battery array and other infrastructure for nearby solar panels and a large diesel backup generator. Outside of the shop are a detached walk-in meat cooler with processing rack and a pump station for the permitted underground diesel and gas storage tanks. The horse barn is configured with three stalls, each with an outdoor turnout, and a tack room. There is room for four additional stalls; this area is currently used for hay and feed storage. The barn has electricity and a frost-free hydrant. A large greenhouse, currently utilized as an equipment storage shed, also includes a studio apartment with a half bath and kitchenette. Boasting ±200 acre-feet of pre-1907 adjudicated water rights, Latir Mountain Ranch makes use of extensive water-related infrastructure and improvements. A recently-installed seven-tower center pivot irrigates approximately 64 acres, while another pasture is flood irrigated via gated pipe. **Buyer to verify all measurements, dimensions and listing information The ranch's location, bordering both the 20,000+ acre Latir Peak Wilderness and 13,000+ acre Urraca Wildlife Management Area, and along a natural elk and deer migration corridor between the high country and lower Rio Grand basin practically guarantees exceptional year-round wildlife activity-this is the honey-hole you've been looking for! Herds of elk, trophy-class mule deer, turkey, and even the occasional bighorn sheep are drawn in by the numerous wildlife-specific habitat improvements on the property, including two automatic feeders, multiple large food plots, and well-distributed water. Four strategically placed hunting blinds, including two elevated Redneck Blinds, ensure that hunters can take advantage of this wildlife presence. Latir Mountain Ranch is situated in GMU 53, where landowners have access to over-the-counter private-land mule deer tags. The ranch receives multiple elk authorizations annually through New Mexico's EPLUS private land elk management system. In 2025, it received a total of 6 elk authorizations - 3 mature bull, 1 either-sex archery, and 2 antlerless. The pond is stocked with trout and provides year-round fishing and enhances the ranch's recreational appeal. The Special Trout Waters of Costilla Creek are less than 30 minutes from the property and offer Rio Grande Cutthroat, rainbow, and brown trout. With its direct access to the Latir Peak Wilderness, the property offers outstanding opportunities for hiking, horseback riding, backcountry exploration, and high-country recreation in an area known for its rugged high-altitude peaks, including seven peaks over 12,000 feet, and its diverse landscape featuring forested slopes, wildflower-filled meadows, and alpine lakes. Latir Creek originates high in the wilderness and flows just beyond the southeast corner of the state lease land. The ranch's agricultural infrastructure supports efficient hay and livestock production. The center pivot and flood-irrigated portions of the ranch allow for hay production as a supplement to the native grass and sage-covered pastures. The property is fully fenced and cross-fenced, making it suitable for horses or a small cattle operation. Fencing is extensive and well maintained, with 10 individual pastures available on the deeded acreage and five additional pastures on the state lease. Livestock working facilities include corrals, a loading chute, and multiple livestock waterers fed by frost-free water hydrants. The property is served by three wells providing irrigation, residential, and livestock water. Approximately ±200 acre-feet of pre-1907 adjudicated water rights tied to roughly 91 irrigated acres convey with the sale. Mineral rights, if any, will convey as owned. Latir Mountain Ranch benefits from experienced ranch management already in place, providing year-round oversight of livestock operations, irrigation systems, pasture rotation, property maintenance, and hunting. The ranch manager has taken care of this ranch for over 7 years and is interested in staying on with new ownership, if desired. The Latir Valley experiences four-season mountain conditions, with mild summers, crisp autumns, and winter snowfall that supports excellent recreation across the region. Sitting at roughly 7,800 feet, the area offers cool mountain air, abundant sunshine, and dramatic views of the surrounding peaks. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy easy access to Taos Ski Valley, Red River Ski Area, and Angel Fire Resort, all within a short drive and offering downhill skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, and extensive cross-country trails. Summer and fall bring exceptional hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, and mountain biking opportunities in the surrounding national forest and wilderness. This part of northern New Mexico was once encompassed by historic land grants, and the landscape still reflects that legacy with its open spaces, ranching culture, and deep connection to the region's high-country terrain. The ranch lies approximately 9 miles north of Questa, NM and roughly 11 miles south of Costilla, NM, with direct, year-round access from NM Highway 522. The Colorado state line is approximately 12 miles north, reached in about 15 minutes. Taos is approximately 35 minutes south, Red River about 25-30 minutes southeast, Angel Fire roughly 1 hour to the southeast, Santa Fe is about 2 hours to the south. Alamosa, Colorado is about 1 hour 35 minutes to the north. Regional airports in Alamosa and Santa Fe offer commercial flights, while Taos Regional Airport accommodates private aviation. Questa and Red River offer most amenities including restaurants, groceries, and hardware stores. Full amenities, shopping and medical care are available in Taos, Santa Fe and Alamosa.