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Address
178 Quintana Road, Questa, NM
Price
$ 925,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#115443
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyTaos
- CityQuesta
- AreaEL RITO/LATIR (20A)
- NeighborhoodNone
- Zip87556
- Style
- Year Built1980
- Taxes$ 2685
- Price$ 925,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2668
- Lot Size2.02 Acres
Data Source:
Taos County AOR
Property Description
Turnkey master craftsman stunner ready for full or part time living! Tucked away in the best-kept secret Latir neighborhood, this enchanting frame and chinked-log home is nestled in the foothills of Latir Peak and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, offering a rare blend of craftsmanship, serenity, and storybook charm. The original portion of the home, built in 1980 by well-reputed Taos builder, Barry Cook and his wife, was lovingly constructed with logs hand-harvested and peeled, showcasing authentic viga ceilings and beautiful interior woodwork throughout. The warm, inviting kitchen features custom-built oak countertops, handcrafted cabinetry, and a cozy dining nook, while a custom staircase—also built from hand-harvested lumber—leads to an upstairs loft bedroom. A thoughtfully designed modern addition completed in 2005 seamlessly complements the original log structure, continuing the fairy tale aesthetic with high vaulted ceilings, decorative wood accents, and an ingeniously engineered spiral staircase. This addition includes an elegant primary suite, plus an additional upstairs bedroom, bathroom, and deck boasting unmatched panoramic views. Comfort meets efficiency with solar in-floor radiant heat and propane backup for snowy days, as well as a classic kiva wood-burning fireplace. Outside, the property is equally captivating, featuring spectacular gardens, fruit trees, piñon trees, and a lush green lawn perfect for unwinding in nature, all fully fenced. An outdoor carport with an attached art studio/workshop with a new dual fan/vent and infrared wall heater, new 200 amp electric meter and tract lighting provides ideal environment for woodworking, ceramics or artistic pursuits, while a former horse stable area now offers additional storage or room for animals. This magical house in the woods transports you to a simpler time—where resources are sacred, wildlife is abundant, and life feels blissfully removed from civilization. Trees on this property have been thinned in cooperation with Taos Soil & Water Firewise program, and Latir is a recognized Firewise community. Latir/El Rito is Taos' best kept secret, a community among the piñon and juniper trees nestled beneath the Latir Mountains just outside of Taos and ten miles north of Questa. With hiking and horse trails nearby in Carson National Forest, and 30 minutes from Red River Ski Resort, it’s a scenic community of nature-lovers, artists, writers, ranchers and professionals working remotely. Questa is an up-and-coming village with a revamped grocery store for organic items and produce, a nearby medical clinic, and the town center Lumber & Hardware Store where one can find many resources. In the summertime, check out the Sunday farmer's market for artisanal items, live music and fun.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/1/2026 | Listed $925,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
|---|---|
| Utilities | Electricity Connected,Propane |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Subdivision Name | None |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From Taos Plaza go north on Hwy 64 for 3.7miles. Stay north on NM-522 for 29 miles.Turn right on Latir Rd and go 1 mile. Turnright on Quintana Rd and go 0.2 miles and property will be on the right. |
| City | Questa |
| Zoning Description | County |
| MLS Area | EL RITO/LATIR (20A) |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Carport Y/N | true |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| PostalCity | Questa |
| Legal Description | As per vesting deed |
| County | Taos |
| Tax Annual Amount | 2685.66 |
| Other Structures | Studio/Office,Outbuilding |
| Virtual Tour | https://johncornishtaos.com/video-178-quintana-road-questa-nm/ |
| Roof | Metal,Pitched |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck,Patio |
| Construction Materials | Frame,Log,Stucco |
| Year Built | 1980 |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | Two |
| Waterfront Features | None |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Monthly |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Builder Name | Barry Cook |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Heating | Active Solar,Baseboard,Hot Water,Radiant,Space Heater |
| Community Features | Gutter(s) |
| Appliances | Freezer,Gas Range,Gas Water Heater,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Architectural Style | Territorial |
| Security Features | Smoke Detector(s) |
| Carport Spaces | 2 |
Interior Features
| Heating Y/N | true |
|---|---|
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Features | One,Living Room |
| Window Features | Insulated Windows,Window Coverings |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Total Baths | 3 |
| Interior Amenities | Beamed Ceilings,Ceiling Fan(s),Tongue and Groove Ceiling(s),Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Wired for Sound |
| Flooring | Carpet,Tile,Wood |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Washer Hookup,Dryer Hookup |
| Basement | Crawl Space |
Exterior Features
| Lot Features | Drip Irrigation/Bubblers,Garden,Irregular Lot,Lawn,Level,Sprinkler System,Trees,Views,Wooded |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Community/Coop |
| Lot Size Area | 2.02 |
| Lot Size Acres | 2.02 |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
| Road Frontage Type | Public Road |
| Horse Y/N | true |
| Fencing | Wire |
| Exterior Amenities | Gravel Driveway,Hot Tub/Spa,Rain Gutters,Shed |
| Building Area Total | 2668 |
| Parking Features | Detached Carport |
| Foundation Details | Crawlspace,Slab |
| Horse Amenities | Horses Allowed |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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