815 Palace Avenue , #16

Description

Situated in a downtown Santa Fe compound rich in history, this sophisticated and fully landscaped property represents a crown jewel in city architecture. Positioned on a quiet landscaped hilltop above Palace Avenue with convenient walkability to Canyon Road restaurants and galleries, riverside walking and bike trails, as well as the endless cultural attractions of the Santa Fe Plaza. Timeless in design and meticulously handcrafted, this adobe and frame compound in Santa Fe's highly desired Historic Eastside neighborhood was originally envisioned by a Frank Lloyd Wright trained architect to incorporate privacy, custom Pueblo design, and organic building techniques, while emphasizing an indoor-outdoor way of life borrowed heavily from Old World design. This two-bedroom and 1-3/4 bathroom, two-story condo has a spacious downstairs area perfect for an office or an additional bedroom. The flowing continuity of the adobe wall blends seamlessly with the cascade of organic wood details and hand laid bricked floors. The entire walled front and back exterior spaces are shaded and private, with seasonal landscaping and mature trees creating a visual canopy. The primary suite, anchored with a cozy wood stove, looks out to a rooftop view and is separated from the secondary bedroom. A bright and functional kitchen is located just off the large living area with a sensually designed corner wood-burning fireplace, a perfect union for entertaining and social gatherings. The owners' downstairs office space looks out onto the front gated and landscaped patio. Awash in natural light and replete with comfort, as well as in-town quiet privacy, the home also features radiant in-floor and baseboard heating, vigas, latillas, corbels, and skylights throughout the home enveloping the owner and guest in calm sophistication. Organic in feel, this property exudes an old-world charm difficult to find in many modern cities.