44 La Puerta Trail, Placitas, NM 87043 (MLS # 1110708)
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Privately secluded on 8 extraordinary acres, this exceptional adobe estate offers a rare combination of privacy, architectural integrity, exceptional craftsmanship & breathtaking panoramic views. Sweeping vistas encompass the Sandia & Jemez Mountains, Santa Ana Mesa & iconic Cabezon Peak, creating an extraordinary sense of seclusion just minutes from shopping, restaurants & the ABQ airport. Inside, soaring beamed ceilings, beautiful natural light, travertine & Italian tile floors & multiple kiva fireplaces create warmth, scale & timeless Southwestern elegance. A renovation by renowned architect & builder John Calvin draws inspiration from New Mexico's deep Andalusian heritage, w/ a gallery-like hallway that provides an ideal setting for art & collections. Spacious, beautifully appointed kitchen features Sub-Zero refrigeration & Viking ovens. Private primary suite includes a sitting room & expansive bath opening to a secluded courtyard with hot tub. 2 additional bedrooms & a spacious office provide exceptional flexibility. A separate wine cellar, designed by a wine connoisseur, adds another distinctive element. Outdoors, expansive patios invite entertaining or quiet contemplation amid endless mesa & mountain views. W/ Tunnel Springs Water complemented by 2 HOA-owned backup wells, a new 2026 roof & easy access to BLM open space, the 8-acre setting offers exceptional opportunities for horseback riding, hiking, stargazing--or simply savoring an extraordinary sense of space & solitude. Truly, a world of its own
| DAYS ON MARKET | 67 | LAST UPDATED | 9/10/2026 |
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| TRACT | La Puerta | YEAR BUILT | 1992 |
| COMMUNITY | 180 - Placitas Area | GARAGE SPACES | 3.0 |
| COUNTY | Sandoval | STATUS | Active |
| PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
| Elementary School | Placitas |
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| Jr. High School | Bernalillo |
| High School | Bernalillo |
| ADDITIONAL DETAILS | |
| AIR | Ceiling Fan(s), Evaporative Cooling, Multi Units |
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| AIR CONDITIONING | Yes |
| AMENITIES | Utilities |
| APPLIANCES | Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned |
| AREA | 180 - Placitas Area |
| CONSTRUCTION | Adobe, Stucco |
| EXTERIOR | Courtyard, Private Yard |
| FIREPLACE | Yes |
| GARAGE | Attached Garage, Yes |
| HEAT | Propane, Radiant, Radiant Floor |
| HOA DUES | 800 |
| INTERIOR | Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Master Downstairs, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s) |
| LOT | 8.06 acre(s) |
| LOT DESCRIPTION | Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Many Trees, Views, Wooded |
| PARKING | Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Storage |
| SEWER | Septic Tank |
| STORIES | 1 |
| STYLE | Custom, Mediterranean |
| SUBDIVISION | La Puerta |
| TAXES | 6819.48 |
| UTILITIES | Electricity Connected, Propane, Sewer Connected, Water Connected |
| VIEW | Yes |
| WATER | Shared Well |
| ZONING | R-1 |
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