LA ISLA DE RANCHITOS – The Hacienda and Sacred Garden hiding in the Heart of Town. Enter through the heavy, metal gates flanked by the granite/volcanic rock walls to the lush grounds. This beautiful ecosystem is purely organic, pesticide-free, and includes a lily pond, circle drive, and numerous varietal trees, plants and flowers with ample water and private well. The main home greets you as a traditional, local adobe Hacienda, but oh, the secrets inside! Over 20 local artisans contributed to the exclusive features of Hand-painted and Hand-crafted walls, Floating staircase, custom tile work and more. Discriminating attention to subtleties in the natural pigment paint colors and giant crystals embedded in the Gran Sala, a sacred space of light and transformation. Japanese soaking tub/shower, reading nook, tea bar, roof-top deck, and “Kama Sutra” alcove are a must-see! The art studio/office captures the northern light and majestic view of Taos Mountain. Hand-crafted, wooden doors open all spaces to the beautiful grounds. Flexible, open floor plan offers many ways to make this home your own. Mother-in-law suite with separate kitchen and bath, can be locked-off or incorporated into the main home. Gatekeeper’s Home, located at the service entrance, is constructed of heavy logs, respecting a New Mexican log cabin of 200 years past. With cathedral ceiling, this 1BR plus loft is self-sufficient with kitchen and laundry, This compound, with the vision and passion of the Owner/Designer, is truly one-of-a-kind and can’t be duplicated. Schedule your private showing today. Visit https://show.tour/204upperranchitosrd for video tour/Matterport.