213 Valverde St, Taos, NM 87571

Life's ups and downs are no match for this 3BR/2BA/2100sf authentic Taos home on 0.16 acres in La Loma Historic District. Built circa 1940 from railroad ties that were formerly part of the famous Chile Line and most recently remodeled in 1979 by the current owner, this pueblo-revival style split-level home has Saltillo floors that glow with the inimitable patina of time, but not to worry--it has all the "mod cons" to keep you and yours comfortable. Walls are beautifully plastered in a soft, neutral ivory, and coved viga ceilings grace many of the rooms. Extras: a study with built-in shelves, built-in bench seating with storage, and a viga/latilla ceiling . . . and a lovely back garden with both a covered porch and a patio. The first of the home's two bathrooms is just outside the study. The great room is spacious, with room for a large sitting area complete with a focal-point corner kiva fireplace--plus room for a dining table that can easily seat 8 to 10 people. For less formal dining, there's a sweet breakfast nook in the kitchen. (Check out the banco seating!) The kitchen offers you an efficient work triangle. Note the muted Talavera backsplash and the Shaker-style pegged cabinetry. Kitchen appliances include a refrigerator, an electric stove, a dishwasher, and a microwave. A hallway outside the kitchen offers additional storage cabinets (again, note the Shaker-style pegged cabinetry) and a full-size stacked washer and dryer. All three bedrooms have viga/plank ceilings and are carpeted with durable Berber; the master has a corner kiva fireplace and a large closet. A few steps down from the master bedroom is a full bath that also serves as a pass-through to the guest rooms at the east end of the home. This wing has its own entrance and a handy ski-storage closet in addition to a linen closet and closets for clothing. An antique double door hangs between the kitchen and the great room, and an antique double gate permits access from the back garden to the side yard. Both the great room and the study exit onto the back patio/garden. An exterior door outside the bathroom and another door in the east hallway provide access to back stairs that lead you to still more land with gardening potential. Cleverly sited to maximize use of this in-town lot, this home offers traditional Taos style and timeless construction. Fun fact: It was originally built as a honeymoon cottage. Come feel the love!