This custom-built Adobe home has spectacular views and easy access on 3.28 acres of premium irrigated land! Offering peace and privacy just minutes from the heart of Truchas, NM, this home is rich in history and character. The current owners thoughtfully expanded the original footprint of an adobe farmhouse while preserving the historic details authentic character and solid structure. Three large bedrooms, two upstairs and one on the main level are light, bright and airy. The two updated bathrooms feature walk-in showers, with a soaking tub upstairs and a private sauna downstairs for comfort and relaxation. Features include handcrafted plaster walls with nichos, vigas, beams, soaring high ceilings and gabled windows. The brick, saltillo, and white oak flooring with radiant heat creates warmth and authenticity while a classic kiva fireplace anchors the living space. . With community water supplemented by valuable ditch rights, the fully fenced pastures are well-suited for horses or small-scale farming and an old log barn in the pasture speaks to the history of the land and offers flexible use for storage and animals. Set against the backdrop of the Truchas Peaks, this distinctive Southwestern adobe retreat enjoys beautiful views of the mountains and surrounding hillsides. The oversized garage offers additional room for a workshop with attic storage above. If you are seeking a horse property, a mountain getaway, or a full-time residence that embodies the charm of Northern New Mexico this home is not to be missed!
PRICE IMPROVEMENT! An Artist’s Dream Retreat in Truchas – A Gallery, Studio & Mountain Sanctuary! At the foot of the towering Truchas Peaks, along the main road of this historic village, lies a truly extraordinary property—a home, a gallery, and a creative sanctuary, all in one. This multilevel mountain retreat is a masterpiece of character and craftsmanship, where art and nature converge in perfect harmony. Designed with an artist’s soul in mind, the property features a detached guesthouse and a thriving art gallery and working studio. Bathed in natural light, with traditional vigas and latillas overhead, this inspiring space is perfect for showcasing work, hosting exhibitions, or cultivating creative energy. Whether continuing its legacy as a gallery or transforming it into a personal retreat, the possibilities are endless. The main residence is equally enchanting - a split-level design that embraces passive solar warmth, highlighted by original adobe walls that tell the story of its rich past. Century-old longleaf pine doors add rustic charm, while a cozy woodstove, whole-house inline water filtration system, and ample storage, provide comfort and convenience. Large windows frame breathtaking views of the Jemez and Sangre de Cristo Mountain ranges, making every sunrise and sunset a work of art in itself. With a workshop for hands-on projects and multiple flexible spaces, this home is a true artist’s retreat—ideal for painters, sculptors, or creatives seeking inspiration in one of New Mexico’s most beautiful landscapes. Beyond your own artistic haven, the location offers a rich cultural and natural experience—just an hour from Santa Fe, Taos, and Los Alamos, with easy access to Ojo Caliente Hot Springs, the Sanctuario de Chimayó, Bandelier National Monument, the Santa Fe Opera, Ghost Ranch, and multiple ski resorts. Whether you are looking to create, curate, or simply immerse yourself in the beauty of the high desert, this one-of-a-kind property is a masterpiece waiting for its next artist-in-residence. There is a 3D interior video tour and exterior drone video available to give you the full experience of this property, before even seeing this wonder in person.
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.
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.
