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178 Quintana Road

Questa, NM 87556
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Bed 3

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

SqFt2,668

Sqft

Acres2.02

Acres(Lot)

Turnkey mastercraftsman 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 mode rn addition completed in 2005 seamlessly complements the original log structure, continuing the fairytale 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 workshop provides ideal space for woodworking 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.

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $995,000

AD Id : 74707221

MLS Id : 114895

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 2.02 Acres

Living Area Size : 2,668

Year Built : 1980

County : Taos

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Basement: Crawl Space
  • Flooring Information

    Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Roofing Information

    Metal
  • Interior Features

    Vaulted Ceiling(s) Roof: Metal Appliances: Freezer, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Active Solar, Baseboard, Hot Water, Passive Solar, Radiant

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1980 Building Area Total: 2668 Construction Materials: Frame, Log, Stucco Stories: 2 Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio Private Pool: No Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Rain Gutters

  • Lot Information

    Main Square Feet: 2.02 Acres Lot Size Acres: 2.02 Lot Description: Garden, Irregular Lot, Level, Views, Wooded

    Property Information

    Subdivision: None Source Property Type: Residential Zoning Description: County Property SubType: Single Family Residence Levels: Two Property Age: 46

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $995000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $2685.66 Tax Legal Desc: Lot 9 2.021 Acres TWP 30N RGE 13E SEC 20 Lot 9-B Quad 1

  • Parking Information

    Gravel, Detached Carport
    Homeowners Association Information
    Has Association: Yes

  • Utility Information

    Electricity Connected, Propane
  • Location Information

    Direction: From Taos Plaza go north on Hwy 64 for 3.7 miles. Stay north on NM-522 for 29 miles. Turn right on Latir Rd and go 1 mile. Turn right on Quintana Rd and go 0.2 miles and property will be on the right.
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LOT A Shirley Drive, Questa, NM, 87556 $40,000 -- -- --
443 Cabresto Creek Road, Questa, NM, 87556 $449,000 2 3 1,902 1,902 SqFt
131 Quintana Road, Questa, NM, 87556 $549,500 3 2 2,190 2,190 SqFt
3204 Hwy 522, Questa, NM, 87556 $395,000 3 2 2,400 2,400 SqFt
5 Elk Road, Questa, NM, 87556 $380,000 4 2 1,986 1,986 SqFt
2495 Old Red River Road, Questa, NM, 87556 $850,000 6 4 3,120 3,120 SqFt
9 Castle Road, Questa, NM, 87556 $259,000 3 2 1,394 1,394 SqFt
10 Evergreen Rd, Questa, NM, 87556 $290,000 3 2 1,000 1,000 SqFt
18 South Kiowa, Questa, NM, 87556 $255,000 4 2 2,014 2,014 SqFt
10 Garcia Rd, Questa, NM, 87556 $160,000 3 2 2,700 2,700 SqFt

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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/08/2026 @ 23:32

MLS: 114895 LISTED BY: John Cornish, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Taos Real Estate 575-758-1924 SOURCE: Taos County Association of REALTORS

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