Enjoy your own piece of paradise with this immaculate 2 bed/1 bath 800 sf year-round cabin in Quemado Lake Estates. Situated on 1.3 park-like acres bordering the National Forest and with direct NF access from the property, this lot is one of the nicest in the community. Enjoy the sunrise over Escondido Mountain from your eastern-facing covered porch while watching the elk herds graze in the National Forest just steps away. Plenty of parking for your boat, RV and other toys. Ample storage in the two large (8×12 and 10×12) storage sheds. The level lot is landscaped with colorful native plants and flowers to attract hummingbirds, bees and butterflies. Stroll the rock-lined mulched walking paths that traverse the property, or sit around the fire pit to enjoy the brilliant New Mexico sunsets.

The low-maintenance home was built in 2018 and thoughtfully designed to be as energy efficient as possible. The 2×6 framing walls allow for a total R value of R-22 on the exterior walls. An ICF crawl space foundation and the homes ceiling both boast R-38 insulated value and keep the cabin nice and cool in summer and toasty in winter.

Oversized bedrooms provide plenty of space for guests and allow for versatile furniture placement. The vaulted tongue and groove ceiling in the living room and kitchen give a bright and airy feel. The spacious kitchen has a huge peninsula for meal-prep and dining, and ample cabinetry for storage. Two heating sources, a Rinnai propane wall heater with thermostat and an Ironstrike wood stove, provide redundancy. Upgraded construction materials include a metal roof, cement-board siding, and composite maintenance-free decking.

More special features of the home/property include: *Ceiling fans in each room *Stainless steel appliances *Full 4 piece bath with tub/shower surround *Stacked washer/dryer *Top dressing of gravel for driveway and parking areas within the last year

Additional perks are the 5 bay volunteer fire department, community library and a private water association that has the best tasting water and has installed fire hydrants within 500 feet of every property. Subdivision is surrounded by national forest and is within walking distance of the Quemado Lake Recreational Area. Make instant friends at the Friday social hour, participate in holiday potlucks, play games or enjoy the peace and quiet of the forest and lake for hiking and fishing.

*The embedded property lines (in white) are placed incorrectly. Boundaries as shown on the map are approximate and for informational purposes only.