Estancia de los Rios

Just one mile from the historic Taos Plaza, this extraordinary 19-acre luxury ranch estate offers an unmatched combination of privacy, natural beauty, and equestrian excellence in the heart of northern New Mexico. Surrounded by breathtaking mountain vistas and bordered by two flowing rivers, the property provides a rare opportunity to own a private sanctuary just 30 minutes from world-class skiing while remaining minutes from shopping, dining, rafting, hot air ballooning, and the cultural attractions of Taos. Designed with exceptional craftsmanship, the approximately 4,000-square-foot custom residence features soaring 14-foot ceilings accented by exposed beams and impressive rock columns. Expansive floor-to-ceiling Lowen windows and lift-and-slide glass doors invite the outdoors in, filling the home with natural light and panoramic mountain views. The residence offers three bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths, complemented by a separate 900-square-foot caretaker’s home with one bedroom and one bath. The grounds are equally remarkable. A private lake, complete with a dramatic 56-foot bridge leading to your own secluded island and cascading waterfall, creates an unforgettable centerpiece for the estate. Water rights, an irrigation ditch, and lush sub-irrigated meadows produce nutrient-rich grasses ideal for grazing horses or harvesting hay. Equestrian facilities include an insulated and heated horse barn with attached shop, round pen, and cross-fenced pastures, providing everything needed for a first-class horse operation. Hundreds of thousands of acres of nearby National Forest and Wilderness offer endless horseback riding opportunities just minutes from the property. Privacy and security have been thoughtfully engineered throughout the estate, with extensive eight-foot steel and game fencing, security cameras, gated entry with a heated gate system for winter operation, and beautifully maintained asphalt drives with concrete curbs. The property also offers year-round paved access and is situated in an attractive, well-established neighborhood. Adding significant investment potential, the ranch is fully entitled and permitted as a three-lot subdivision, with electric, water, and sewer available to each lot. Despite its peaceful setting, the property enjoys exceptional convenience: Just 1 mile to Taos Plaza and shopping Approximately 5 miles to schools and hospitals Around 10 miles to the Taos Regional Airport and recreational trail systems Approximately 30 minutes to Taos Ski Valley This is a rare opportunity to own one of northern New Mexico’s premier luxury ranch properties—where refined living, exceptional equestrian amenities, abundant water, and unmatched natural beauty come together in one extraordinary estate.