Beautiful home and guest house on eleven acres in the Galisteo basin offers panoramic views of the Ortiz mountains and the Cerro Pelon. The residence features a large living room with tall ceilings of vigas and herring-bone cedar latillas, plaster walls, wood floors, and lots of window looking out to the picturesque scenery. It’s built in open concept with the dining area and kitchen, and it has access to a big portal and deck with a fireplace, creating enjoyable outdoor living space with great views. The floorplan also consists of three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and an office or den. There’s a 200 square foot workshop/studio or storage room attached to the finished two-car garage. A separate and lovely two-bedroom guest house is fully functional and has a sizeable portal in front and another portal off one of the bedrooms, both with wonderful vistas. The acreage consists of three deeded lots. All just a short drive to shopping and services in the Eldorado area and not much further to Santa Fe. Fabulous northern New Mexico country living!
Something Old. Something New. Rare Commercial Opportunity. An exceptional and singular compound in the heart of historic Galisteo, this remarkable property weaves together centuries of heritage with thoughtful modern design. Dating to the 1800s, the 3-bedroom, 2-bath double-adobe Main House once housed the beloved La Mancha Restaurant (1959–1971), where the Ortiz family’s New Mexican cuisine earned widespread acclaim. Tastefully renovated in 2012, the Main House features new brick floors, interior plaster walls, updated kitchen and baths, modern plumbing fixtures, and skylights, while honoring the home’s original character, authenticity, and soul. Complementing the historic residence is a striking studio/gallery building originally designed by award-winning architect Beverly Spears and constructed in 1995 using Rastra construction for artist Linda Durham. A comprehensive 2006 remodel transformed the space into an extraordinary studio, gallery, and entertaining venue, featuring soaring 12-foot ceilings, exceptional lighting, integrated sound throughout, a home theater with surround sound and retractable screen, a ¾ bath, and a chef’s kitchen equipped with Wolf, Sub-Zero, Miele, and Fisher & Paykel appliances, Bob Pepper custom cabinetry, and a generous pantry. The inviting Guest House, built in 2006, offers a warm and comfortable retreat with a living room, bedroom with fireplace, kitchen, and bath, ideal for visitors or extended stays. Commercially zoned and among the few such properties in Galisteo, this compound presents rare possibilities for a boutique B&B, restaurant, gallery, or creative retreat. Enclosed by historic adobe and stone walls and graced with fruit trees, this truly special offering invites vision, imagination, and opportunity in one of New Mexico’s most cherished villages.
This historic Galisteo Hacienda presents a rare opportunity to restore an iconic adobe estate set on 3.8 acres within the village of Galisteo, one of the largest landholdings under Traditional Community zoning, which supports residential, live/work, and art gallery uses. Dating to the 1800s, the property once served as the headquarters of Don José Ortiz y Pino’s sheep empire and later as the iconic Quartermill Farm - home, studio, and gallery of acclaimed artist Priscilla Hoback—making it uniquely suited to continue as a creative live/work estate. Located in the heart of Galisteo Village, the property includes a former gallery along a central village road and a substantial adobe main house privately set behind it. The hacienda features two residential wings with four bedrooms and three baths, a large library, grand living and dining rooms, multiple fireplaces, and authentic architectural details. A generous inner courtyard with mature trees, portals, and a koi pond creates a serene, campus-like setting ideal for both living and creative pursuits, complemented by fruit trees, gardens, and expansive village acreage. Equestrian facilities include a large handcrafted stone and adobe barn with spacious stalls and turnouts, wash rack, hay loft, tack room with ¾ bath, and an oversized arena, supported by a private well dedicated to the barn. Additional structures include an art studio with sink and loft, and a one-bedroom guest house—formerly the historic town bar—offering flexibility for guests, staff, or extended work use. The property is in need of renovation and restoration, presenting an exceptional opportunity for a discerning buyer to reimagine a historically significant live/work estate, blending residential life, creative enterprise, and community engagement in one of Galisteo’s most storied village settings.
This historic Hacienda embodies the essence of old-world New Mexico charm and the deep, layered history of Galisteo, with the spirit of this venerable adobe reflecting the lore, legend, and mystery of the Galisteo Basin. Dating back to the 1800s, the property served as the headquarters of Don José Ortiz y Pino’s sheep empire—a gathering place and general store—and later, beginning in the late 1970s, as the iconic Quartermill Farm - home, studio, and gallery of acclaimed potter and visual artist Priscilla Hoback, offering decades of creative nourishment to the local arts community. Nestled in the heart of Galisteo Village, still celebrated for its vibrant artistic culture, the long portal of the former gallery lines a central village road, while behind it sits the substantial adobe main house, rich with both intimate and grand spaces that speak to another era. The hacienda is composed of two wings—one with a single bedroom and bath, the other with three bedrooms and two baths—along with a large library, grand living room, formal dining room, several distinctive fireplaces, and an abundance of authentic architectural details. The generous inner courtyard is a place of quiet beauty with an ancient willow shading the koi pond. Together with the central kitchen and spacious living room, the layout suggests a home once designed for gatherings, celebrations, and meaningful connection. The grounds feature mature trees, fruit trees, flower gardens, and multiple outbuildings. This is a rare and significant property now ready for its next chapter. The home requires restoration and thoughtful renovation, offering a discerning buyer the opportunity to reimagine and revive an important piece of Galisteo history. For those with vision and appreciation for heritage, the potential is extraordinary—an invitation to become the next steward of this remarkable estate and to make your own mark on Galisteo’s enduring story.
In the quaint village of Galisteo lies this gracious and majestic home with adjoining 5 acre lot, for a total of 10 acres, known as 'Hacienda del Sol." One hundred years ago was the site of the Old Galisteo School House. The original 1886 bell and corner stone 1938 were placed within the walls of this present day home. Built atop a gentle hill with stunning views of the Galisteo Basin, Sangre de Cristos and Jemez Mountains along with huge white puffy cloud formations in a brilliant blue sky greet you everyday. Large rooms with cathedral ceilings flooded with light, sculptured fireplaces, oak and pine floors with 10 foot elegantly carved doors delight the eye upon entering. Screened in, is a lovely outdoor patio with vast, distant views. A gallery hallway runs the length of the house craving art, paintings, photographs, memorabilia. A chef's kitchen with a six burner stove, center islands, prep sinks has everything one would want. An elegant dining room with arched walls, subtle lighting, and carved cabinets allow for many guests or small intimate settings. Three Bedroom suites each with fireplaces and luscious bathrooms are perfectly placed for privacy. An attached "casita" with kitchen and bath is off one of the wings of the home. Outside, there is a circular, walled patio area for summer gatherings and moon lit nights. Included in this fabulous property is a blue gate opening up to an adjoining 5 acre parcel of vacant land accessed off of Camino San Cristobal used for pleasure or as additional acreage for another home, studio, horses, and imagination. Dream on...
Galisteo is located in New Mexico. Galisteo, New Mexico has a population of 205. Galisteo is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 0% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 23.22%.
The median household income for the surrounding county is $64,423 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Galisteo is 64.1 years.
The average high temperature in July is 86.9 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 17.8 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 14.2 inches per year, with 29 inches of snow per year.
