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A DEFINING SANTA FE LEGACY ESTATE

Certain properties transcend conventional ideas of luxury. They are distinguished not by any single feature, but by a rare convergence of architecture, land, privacy, beauty and provenance. This extraordinary Tesuque estate is such a property—widely regarded as one of the finest and most significant residential offerings in Santa Fe.

Encompassing more than 51 secluded acres directly bordering the Santa Fe National Forest, the estate possesses the privacy and majesty of a remote mountain sanctuary while remaining only seven minutes from the historic Santa Fe Plaza. It is a combination that is extraordinarily rare today and may never be replicated.

The experience begins beyond private gates, where a winding paved drive follows handsome rock retaining walls through the estate. The approach passes the adobe stable, riding arena, turnout and newly resurfaced tennis court before arriving at a gracious brick motor court shared by the main residence and guest house. The surrounding landscape is monumental: National Forest lands rise toward the Santa Fe Ski Basin, while panoramic western views extend across the high-desert landscape to the Jemez Mountains.

Designed by acclaimed architect Steve Robinson, the 8,556-square-foot adobe main residence is a masterwork of regional architecture. Monumental in presence yet intimate in experience, the home reflects an uncompromising commitment to craftsmanship, authenticity and comfort.

Its three bedrooms and four bathrooms are joined by an extraordinary collection of living and entertaining spaces, including a dedicated library, refrigerated wine cellar, formal and informal dining areas, and a superbly appointed kitchen with separate food and china pantries. Every space has been considered, and every detail contributes to the home’s unmistakable sense of permanence.

Antique beams, Spanish Colonial doors, handmade chandeliers, lighted nichos, handcrafted wrought iron and custom plasterwork created from local earth and mica establish a visual language that is distinctly and authentically Santa Fe. The residence feels inseparable from its setting, with carefully framed views drawing the mountains, forest and changing New Mexico light into the interiors.

The outdoor spaces achieve the scale and refinement of a private resort. An expansive outdoor kitchen and dining area leads to a beautifully integrated in-ground spa and natural-style swimming pool. Set against sweeping views of the Jemez Mountains and Santa Fe’s celebrated sunsets, this remarkable environment was created for both grand entertaining and complete retreat.

Across the motor court, the 2,776-square-foot adobe guest house provides two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a private office. Substantial enough to stand as a distinguished residence in its own right, it affords family and guests exceptional comfort, independence and privacy.

The equestrian facilities are equally accomplished. A four-stall adobe barn features in-floor radiant heat and a three-quarter bathroom, while the riding arena, turnout and direct proximity to miles of trails create an exceptional setting for horses and riders. The newly resurfaced tennis court adds another dimension to the estate’s extensive recreational offerings.

The current owner has invested more than $1 million in thoughtful improvements, elevating the property while preserving the architectural integrity and timeless character that make it so significant.

This is more than a magnificent home, a private resort or an equestrian estate. It is a world unto itself—an irreplaceable expression of Santa Fe at its most beautiful, offering a quality of life, sense of place and degree of privacy that few properties anywhere can rival. Created on a scale rarely seen and unlikely to be repeated, it is a true legacy estate intended to endure for generations.

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