Description
This is quintessential Northern New Mexico. The location, on the outskirts of the historic village of El Rito, boasts creek frontage and easy access to beautiful National Forest land just down the road. The home was originally built in 1880 and was remodeled and restored in 2006. There have been many upgrades since including new tile and appliances There are wonderful architectural details everywhere with lots of light, spacious rooms, and ample storage. The floors are tile, wood, and luxury vinyl tile, with extra tile included in the sale. The home has two bedrooms and two baths. The living area offers flexible space with a room near the kitchen that can be studio or office space. The construction is adobe and frame construction and it has 1964 square feet. The charming guesthouse is 96 square feet with a sleeping loft. It is plumbed for water and has a camp toilet. There is a spacious 660 sq ft work shop with 220 service but it is unheated. The outdoor spaces offer stunning views, privacy, and a pond/fountain. Adjacent are some old sheds that could be put to use in many ways. The chain link dog fencing will be removed. Closer to the river there is a two horse barn with a pipe fenced turnout.The location is rural with dark night skies, quiet, privacy, and wildlife. El Rito offers a medical/dental clinic, community library, local elementary school, annual art tours, and the famous Farolito Restaurant. Please do not attempt to enter the property without a confirmed appointment as there are guard dogs on the premises.
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3BEDS
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1.27ACRES
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2BATHS
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01/2 BATHS
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2,060SQFT
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$240$/SQFT
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Description
This is quintessential Northern New Mexico. The location, on the outskirts of the historic village of El Rito, boasts creek frontage and easy access to beautiful National Forest land just down the road. The home was originally built in 1880 and was remodeled and restored in 2006. There have been many upgrades since including new tile and appliances There are wonderful architectural details everywhere with lots of light, spacious rooms, and ample storage. The floors are tile, wood, and luxury vinyl tile, with extra tile included in the sale. The home has two bedrooms and two baths. The living area offers flexible space with a room near the kitchen that can be studio or office space. The construction is adobe and frame construction and it has 1964 square feet. The charming guesthouse is 96 square feet with a sleeping loft. It is plumbed for water and has a camp toilet. There is a spacious 660 sq ft work shop with 220 service but it is unheated. The outdoor spaces offer stunning views, privacy, and a pond/fountain. Adjacent are some old sheds that could be put to use in many ways. The chain link dog fencing will be removed. Closer to the river there is a two horse barn with a pipe fenced turnout.The location is rural with dark night skies, quiet, privacy, and wildlife. El Rito offers a medical/dental clinic, community library, local elementary school, annual art tours, and the famous Farolito Restaurant. Please do not attempt to enter the property without a confirmed appointment as there are guard dogs on the premises.
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