1442 Bishops Lodge Road

Description

Tucked behind adobe walls, a private gate, and mature trees along the coveted Bishops Lodge Road corridor, this architect-designed Gayla Bechtol residence captures the timeless elegance of classic Santa Fe living. Set on a private .33-acre lot just moments from Tesuque Village, the home balances rustic texture with refined simplicity. The main level features a thoughtfully designed layout including the primary bedroom, a guest bedroom, and a dedicated office. The interiors unfold through light-filled spaces defined by soaring vaulted ceilings, exposed timber trusses, hand-troweled plaster walls, and wide-plank wood floors. At the heart of the home is a dramatic great room with custom built-ins, a fireplace, and a wood stove, leading into a well-appointed kitchen complete with a convenient pantry. A striking glass-enclosed sunroom stretches along the rear of the property, fully conditioned with a mini-split for heating and cooling, alongside its own cozy wood stove. The property includes a spacious 3-car garage and workshop, providing excellent storage and hobby space, as well as a whole-house propane-powered generator for ultimate peace of mind. The outdoor areas are equally evocative, featuring covered portals, stone pathways, and tranquil courtyards surrounded by mature landscaping. A lower-level studio guest quarters adds excellent flexibility, complete with its own wood-burning fireplace, full kitchen, and full bathroom. While the home would benefit from thoughtful updating and TLC, its architectural bones, scale, and character offer a rare opportunity to elevate a genuinely unique Santa Fe retreat.