LOCATION & SIZE

The subject property is .75 acre lot located along El Camino Real in Angel Fire Chalets, an upscale residential subdivision situated just east of Angel Fire Resort.

Populated with six and seven-figure log cabin homes and vacation properties, this popular skiing destination is one of, though by no means the only attraction that residents of this northern New Mexico community have to enjoy. From the heights of Wheeler Peak to the depths of Cimarron Canyon and all the hiking trails and fishing lakes in between, this region of the state provides locals with plenty to explore and experience.

Best of all, membership in this exclusive community guarantees you privileged year ‘round access to the resort and all its amenities.

LEGAL INFORMATION

When we speak of property we typically use an address — 123 Main Street for instance.

As most vacant land does not have a physical address, however, county governments will identify it in other ways, such as a “legal description”, a parcel number or a tax code. The information provided in the table above are the ways in which the various state and county agencies will identify this specific parcel of land. These signifiers are important to have when speaking with these agencies – whether they be the assessor, the zoning office, or even the local utilities – and may prove invaluable when initiating conversations about whatever research a buyer intends to do.

Whenever one exists or has been assigned to the land, the physical address will be included in this table.

ACCESS & UTILITIES

Roads & Access: The Angel Fire Chalets subdivision is situated just east of State Road 434. The subject property is located along El Camino Real, a graded dirt and gravel road maintained throughout the year by the Association of Angel Fire Property Owners. Because of these facts, the subdivision should be easy to access and navigate in any vehicle type. Located as it is in a higher elevation that experiences regular snowfall, however, a larger truck or off-road capable vehicle is recommended during winter months.

Power & Utilities: In the interest of preserving the natural appearance and scenic beauty of the region, the Angel Fire Chalets subdivision is one that has been created without the presence of above-ground residential power lines. Instead, all power and telecom utilities are underground. This includes at the subject property where utility boxes are present. Because of this, it should be neither difficult nor expensive to get service connected to whatever you choose to build on the land. Anyone looking to investigate the costs associated with connecting service on the subject property is encouraged to contact Kit Carson Electric Cooperative, the local utility servicing this region.

Water Service: It should be noted that well-drilling is not permitted in this region. Fortunately, the entire Angel Fire Chalets subdivision is one that has been outfitted with water lines servicing fire hydrants throughout the community. Additionally, the Association helps with getting service extended to all landowners looking to develop their property.

ZONING & RESTRICTIONS

Zoning: Angel Fire Chalets is zoned Residential Medium Density, a designation which permits for low density single-family housing along with customary accessory uses. To learn more about the Residential Medium Density Zoning Designation, please review the PDF linked here. 

POA: Angel Fire Chalets is one of a number of subdivisions in and around the resort governed by a Property Owner’s Association (The AAFPO) which is actively involved in the community through their work in road maintenance, conservation efforts, fire prevention and upkeep of Monte Verde Lake. More than this, however, they work to build a sense of community amongst the landowners here, frequently organizing events and improvement projects. Anyone looking to learn more about the AAFPO is encouraged to review their website which can be found here.

Membership Benefits: While most POAs do little more than collect annual dues for non-descript improvement projects, the AAFPO differentiates itself not only in how active they are in the community, but in the many benefits they provide for their members. These benefits include year ‘round access to the resort, its sixty-seven ski trails, 18 Hole PGA Golf Course, tennis courts, country club as well as the Resort’s private Monte Verde Lake.

Architectural Control Committee: Angel Fire Chalets, as well as the other communities that make up the AAFPO, is defined as a “covenant and architecturally controlled community” meaning that rules exist for land use and development and those rules are enforced, most notably by the Angel Fire Environmental and Architectural Control Committee (AFECC). This Committee oversees approval and permitting for all homes built within the subdivision.

While many buyers may recoil at the suggestion of rules or governing organizations, good POAs can be a benefit to the land and homeowners in their communities as they help to beautify the region and ensure that property values increase over time. Anyone looking to learn more about the AFECC is encouraged to visit their website here.

Residential, NOT Recreational: It should be noted that land in this region is designated exclusively for residential and not recreational use. While RVs, Campers and tents may be allowed for temporary periods during construction of a permanent home site, those periods are limited and reserved only for those with pre-approved building plans.

Editor’s Note: Anyone researching zoning or land use within a region governed by a Property Owner’s Association should know that whenever County Zoning and POA regulations conflict, the more restrictive of the two will normally supersede the other.

HELPFUL LINKS

The Hemingway Land Company does our best to represent the properties we list as accurately as possible. Our research, however, will always be limited.

Because of this, included in the table to the right is a list of the relevant state and county governments, agencies and authorities as well as local utilities (and all their respective websites and contact information) which should help to answer any questions a buyer may have about developing this specific property.

Whenever possible it is best to speak with these agencies first as they will always be a far greater source of information about the local region and the regulations which govern it.

Colfax County Assessor’s Office (575) 445-2314 (Click Here)

Association of Angel Fire Property Owners (575) 377-4260 (Click Here)

Angel Fire Chalets HOA By-Laws (Click Here)

Kit Carson Electric Cooperative (575) 758-2258 (Click Here)

MISCELLANEOUS

Topography: Despite its location in such a mountainous region, the subject property is surprisingly flat and features none of the slopes, cliffs or ridges common to this area of the state. This is a benefit to anyone looking to build their dream home as it not only allows for construction on any portion of the land but will also serve to make it more affordable to develop.

Fire Prevention: Given its woodland location, the AAFPO is vigilant about preventing forest fires and works very hard to protect the homes and property of its residents. Because of this, fire hydrants have been installed throughout the subdivision and there are numerous prohibitions against fireworks, fire pits and other fire hazards.

NEARBY TOWNS

Taos is about thirty-five miles away and offers eclectic shopping, art galleries, museums, medical services and a newly expanded jet accessible airport. In addition, the Taos Ski Valley is home to some of the best skiing in America.

Taos: 27 miles (52 Min)

Las Vegas: 67 miles (1 h 34 Min)

Raton: 82 miles (1 h 43 Min)

Santa Fe: 95 miles (2 h 7 Min)

Albuquerque: 157 miles (3 h 1 Min)

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

Angel Fire Resort is a family ski resort featuring sixty-seven ski trails and two high-speed lifts. The Resort also boasts an 18 Hole PGA Golf Course, tennis courts and country club offering both bar food as well as fine dining. In addition, the Resort also has a full-service airport with an 8,900 foot runway capable of accommodating numerous private jet types including a Lear 45.

Eagle Nest State Park is surrounded by the high mountains of the Moreno Valley and is home a 2,400 acre lake popular for fishing and boating in the summer. As the parks sits at an elevation of 8,300 feet in a glacial valley on the slopes of Wheeler Peak, the lake is categorized as an Alpine lake. This means that it is also ideal for ice fishing and snowmobiling in the winter. Fish common here are rainbow trout, brown trout, cutthroat trout, kokanee salmon, smallmouth bass, yellow perch, common carp, white sucker, channel catfish, sunfish and northern pike. In addition, the park also offers plenty of equestrian trails and picnic sites perfect for animal and bird watching.

Cimmaron Canyon State Park sits in close proximity to Eagle Nest but is home to the Cimarron River and offers additional opportunities for fly fishing, camping, hiking and equestrian trails. In addition, the park boasts plenty of wildlife viewing opportunities as it is located at the center of the Colin Neblett Wildlife Management Area.

Angel Fire Ski Resort (Click Here)

Taos Ski Valley (Click Here)

Eagle Nest Lake State Park (Click Here)

Things To Do In Taos (Click Here)

Carson National Forest (Click Here)

Taos Pueblo (Click Here)

Pueblo Balloon Tours (Click Here)

Taos Wine Tours (Click Here)

Llama Trekking (Click Here)

Sipapu Ski Resort (Click Here)