Custom built, single level home in the established La Mariposa subdivision on top of a ridge with great views. Built by a local builder for his own home, construction is poured concrete (some frame) with plenty of Santa Fe style and many custom wood finishes. A large combo living/dining /kitchen with high ceilings and plenty of natural light centers the house with the delightful primary bedroom suite down a short hallway to the east, with access to the deck and hot tub, the romantic bathroom, which includes a tub with a view, a steam shower, large split closet and laundry. Off the living room to the west is a guest bedroom, powder room and guest suite. Tiled floors, radiant heat and skylights throughout. New TPO roof & 8 skylights installed November 2023. Transferrable 20 year roof warranty. New boiler & hot water heater 2022. A sweet 200 sq.ft office/studio is accessed off the garage & has French doors opening to an aspen grove in the back garden. The 3 car finished garage is approx 1000 sq. ft, has room for a work bench, shelving and has a storage closet. The south facing tile deck runs the length of the back of the house and over looks a walled xeriscaped yard with a perennial garden and mature trees. Adjacent to the subdivision is the La Tierra open space of 1500 acres offering 25 miles of walking trails. On 1.86 acres, this country home sits peacefully in the natural landscape, but is just 3 minutes drive to 599 for swift access to Santa Fe (10 minutes) or to Los Alamos, the SF airport and I-25 (for Albuquerque).