A Nature Lover's Dream! This charming home is nestled up against the Kit Carson National Forest with private access from the backyard. Your own personal entry to thousands of acres of public land, which includes secluded trails, hiking, mountain biking, camping and fishing, right outside your door. Walking up to the home you can hear the rivers rushing through the sought after Pot Creek neighborhood, where the Rita de la Olla and Rio Grande del Rancho converge. There's lots of outdoor space, including a sunny deck with a hot tub. A great place to relax and enjoy the peaceful sounds, abundant wildlife, mature trees and blue skies. Entering the home into the large great room with vaulted tongue & groove wood ceilings, the living area showcases a beautiful floor to ceiling Southwest-style fireplace, to cozy up to on a snowy winter day after snowshoeing in the forest. Wood flooring throughout the great room, dining and kitchen, adds to the home. The bright kitchen features stainless appliances, a large pantry, and a kitchen island with seating to enjoy your breakfast and take in the morning sun. Down the hall is one of three bedrooms, and a laundry room with storage. The primary is also on the main level, complete with a large soaking tub. An arched opening takes you to a grand dining area with wood burning fireplace. There is also a wine cellar hidden away with enough storage for all your favorite vineyards. The dining area could also be used as an additional living area. Upstairs is a bonus room with a half bath, it could be used as a third bedroom, work out room, office, or whatever you can dream up! This home has an abundance of storage and room to give you options for your own personal design. A garage AND a carport with additional storage, room for all your mountain gear and toys. A fenced in dog run behind the garage, a place for your pets to rest when you're not out enjoying hikes in the forest. Come see this beautiful home situated in the Rocky Mountains with close proximity to many of Northern New Mexico's beautiful ski areas, 30 miles or less to Taos Ski Valley, Angel Fire, Red River or Sipapu.