Beneath towering cottonwoods in the verdant Tesuque Valley, this two-bedroom home on the banks of the village’s namesake river is filled with warm light, earth tones, and all the charm and whimsy of Santa Fe. A colorful courtyard garden with a lighted brick path and a portal introduce the home, which begins with a welcoming great room featuring hardwood floors, vigas, a corner kiva fireplace, and windows, skylights, and French doors admitting idyllic dappled sunlight. Enchanting skylit hallways lead to a formal dining room with nichos and a kiva fireplace; a delightful kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, stone tilework, warm wood cabinetry, and archways leading to a sunken breakfast nook or sitting area; a comfortable guest bedroom with an en suite bath bright with Talavera details; a discreet powder and laundry room; and a peaceful, luxurious owner’s suite with an office area, a well-outfitted walk-in closet, and a spacious light-filled bath. Storage is offered throughout. An enviable portal off the kitchen and great room provides ideal space for outdoor living, dining, and entertaining amid eye-catching tilework, a kiva fireplace, and lush greenery. To the south is a breezy pergola–adjoined by a second flourishing garden area–perfect for birdwatching and appreciating the serene setting. The gravel drive and parking area is just off one of the village’s main thoroughfares, and the fabled Tesuque Village Market is only a half mile away.