Discerning travelers have long considered Northern New Mexico one of the great hidden gems in the entire Western United States. For good reason, this area has been a favorite cool, high mountain getaway for generations of residents from the hotter climes of Texas and Oklahoma. Now this special region is being discovered and appreciated by the rest of the country, and a singular opportunity is available to acquire Eagle Nest Ranch, the Crown Jewel of northern New Mexico.
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One of the most unique high country properties in the entire West, these 2,022 deeded acres present an amazing array of opportunities to sportsmen, equestrians and wildlife enthusiasts alike. Overlooking Eagle Nest Lake and the entire Moreno Valley from Angel Fire to Red River, and bordered by another 33,000 acres of STATE WILDLIFE RESERVE, this stunningly beautiful tract of land comprises a remarkably abundant wildlife habitat – elk, deer, bear, bobcat, mountain lion, eagles, and many other species. To ensure its permanence, a large conservation easement protects part of the acreage, and as many as 33 LANDOWNER ELK PERMITS are available from New Mexico Game & Fish. The property boasts a perfect mix of conifer and aspen forests, open pasture areas (approximately half the acreage), rolling ridgelines and valleys, with YEAR-ROUND WILLOW CREEK running through the lower elevations. Solar-powered water wells feed THREE PONDS. For sportsmen, the hunting and fishing opportunities in the area are endless, and include Ted Turner’s nearby Vermejo Park Ranch. Historic EAGLE NEST LODGE, now in disrepair but for decades a colorful destination for Moreno Valley visitors, sits immediately on Eagle Nest Lake – awaiting the right visionary to bring it back to life.
A multitude of potential homesites offering dramatic valley-wide views – and directly facing the Taos Mountains (the highest peaks in New Mexico) -- means the property has tremendous potential for development as a PROTECTED CONSERVATION COMMUNITY, an EQUESTRIAN COMMUNITY, or a RECREATIONAL RANCH SUBDIVISION. All baseline development information (topographical, planning and survey) designed to offer a small number of exceptional acreage parcels for second homes or retirement homes, while permanently protecting the large majority of the acreage for common enjoyment, has been completed and presents a prime opportunity for tasteful and conservation-minded development. In addition, portions of three of the parcels have COMMERCIAL ZONING fronting the highway.
Both ANGEL FIRE and RED RIVER ski resorts are within 15 minutes’ drive, and world-famous TAOS, New Mexico is only 30 miles away. The abundant and diverse charms of Santa Fe are also within easy driving distance, as is historic Cimarron, New Mexico. This cool, high country getaway could be the perfect escape you’ve been waiting for. Oh, and did we mention the views? One cannot fully appreciate how breathtaking the views really are from the many homesites offered by this remarkable property without seeing them personally. In short, simply a one-of-a-kind trophy ranch opportunity.
Both ANGEL FIRE and RED RIVER ski resorts are within 15 minutes’ drive, and world-famous TAOS, New Mexico is only 30 miles away. The abundant and diverse charms of Santa Fe are also within easy driving distance, as is historic Cimarron, New Mexico. This cool, high country getaway could be the perfect escape you’ve been waiting for. Oh, and did we mention the views? One cannot fully appreciate how breathtaking the views really are from the many homesites offered by this remarkable property without seeing them personally. In short, simply a one-of-a-kind trophy ranch opportunity.
Six spectacular parcels ranging in size from 39 to 1,088 acres are available individually, priced between $595,000 and $6,330,000. Two of the tracts front Eagle Nest Lake (including the Eagle Nest Lodge site), and the other four tracts border the State Wildlife Reserve.
Says Stan Samuels, whose company is handling the sale of this land treasure, “In over 30 years of business, North Country Real Estate has never had more uniquely beautiful ranch properties available for purchase. We are privileged to offer them to the discerning buyer who can appreciate this amazing acquisition opportunity.”
Call Stan Samuels at 575-447-6295 for more information today or to arrange a tour of the property. In addition, you can view maps of the property here.
Large Map of Eagle Nest Ranch | 555 acre Conservation Easement | Map of 53 & 71 Acre Parcels | Satellite View | Map of 1,055 Acres
