Embracing the architectural spirit of Truchas, this exquisite main residence captures the essence of traditional design with its organic adobe walls, hand-carved puertas, and recessed windows that bring depth and character to each room. Expansive picture windows frame substantial views of the Truchas Peaks, filling the three-bedroom, two-bath home with light and mountain vistas. The floors—an elegant mix of brick, stone, and wood and are complemented by tongue and groove ceilings, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. Connected through a secluded courtyard modeled after classic Spanish courtyards, the loft-style A-frame guest house offers its own unique charm. Here, towering windows open up to breathtaking views, blending rustic charm with a touch of modernity. With its quirky door frames and spacious, airy design, the guest house stands as a perfect retreat for visitors, echoing the authenticity and architectural character of the main home. Fully fenced, the property offers unmatched privacy and a serene connection to the surrounding landscape, making it a rare gem in the heart of Truchas.
High on a ridge in the timeless village of Truchas, this enchanting property is a writer’s dream—a retreat that beckons those seeking inspiration, solitude, and connection to a nearly forgotten world. Established in 1754 as Nuestra Señora del Rosario, San Fernando y Santiago del Rio de las Truchas, this Spanish land grant village has weathered centuries in serene isolation, named for the trout-filled river that sustains its fertile lands. Here, 8,000 feet above sea level, life slows to a tranquil rhythm, offering you a place to dwell in the past while writing your future.The property includes the iconic "Old Truchas Church," a beautifully preserved adobe landmark, one of the most beloved and photographed sites in Truchas. With its original mud walls, earth floors, and storied vigas, it’s a rustic and warm space bathed in natural light from skylights and dormers. Once a two-room schoolhouse, this historic adobe now serves as a cozy living space, its handcrafted Spanish door opening to a private, fenced yard with breathtaking views of the towering 13,108-foot Truchas Peaks—the second tallest mountain in New Mexico. Every corner of this property holds a sense of place and purpose, preserving its quiet dignity and historic charm. For the writer seeking escape, the artist looking to reconnect, or the dreamer yearning for a home as untouched by time as Truchas itself, this property is a window into New Mexico’s heart—a place to live and create, surrounded by the spirit of centuries past and the undisturbed beauty of the landscape. This property has no indoor plumbing, bathrooms or kitchen area in the church. Your vision of working within it will need to happen.
Take a step back in time and enjoy quiet country living in the cool mountains surrounded by beauty and the views of the breathtaking Truchas Peaks. This double adobe home has been family owned for generations and is now ready for you to move in. The home consists of three bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a kitchen with eating area and living room with a wood stove. Two Taps for the Community Water and Community Sewer. Several upgrades to the home have been made in the past several years. The grounds have an older 911 sq foot older, adobe structure used as storage although could be renovated and used as a guest house or additional living space. An older log barn structure is perfect for a hay barn, atv storage, garden storage. The property is fully fenced and situated on 6.781 acres tucked off of County Road 75, the main road through Truchas. The land includes surface irrigation rights for over 5 acres. This could be a great horse property or an opportunity for an agricultural endeavor. Less than one hour drive to Santa Fe, Taos and Los Alamos. Outdoor enthusiasts may love the location for the sporting opportunities to snow ski, hike, fish, bicycle, horseback riding and atv'ing to name just a few. Truchas is just a short drive or hike to public lands including the Carson National Forest, Pecos Wilderness and Santa Fe National Forest.
Truchas is located in New Mexico. Truchas, New Mexico 87578has a population of 367. Truchas 87578 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 18.61%.
The median household income for the surrounding county is $46,994 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Truchas 87578 is 46.7 years.
The average high temperature in July is 88.1 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 17.3 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 11.9 inches per year, with 9 inches of snow per year.
