1031 Governor Dempsey Drive
At just under 4600 square feet, this magnificent contemporary pueblo home sits nestled on a gentle ridge within a 2.35 acre lot; taking in huge views across the city toward the Sandia and Ortiz mountains and east to the Sangre de Cristo mountains. Accessed by a long, winding driveway through mature pinon and juniper trees, the gracious entry features a high beamed ceiling, a beautiful stone-clad wall and abundant natural light.
No detail has been spared in this home which was fully remodeled in 2008 with the highest level of fit and finish. The floor plan is well suited for many lifestyles with the main level accommodating the living and dining rooms, open kitchen and breakfast room, family room, guest bedroom suite and the luxurious master suite with long views to the Ortiz and Sandia mountain ranges. A downstairs guest suite features two guest bedrooms, bathroom, living room, kitchen and a bonus room which would be perfect for a home office. The mechanical room is on this level as well.
Quality and superior craftsmanship are evident in every detail including gorgeous hardwood Merbau wood floors, 18”x18” stone tiles, custom cherry and walnut cabinetry, glass and stone backsplashes, warmly tinted hand-troweled plaster walls, solid-surface granite countertops and the four fireplaces. Every transition between materials and surfaces has been carefully attended to in a manner showcasing the hand of attentive craftsmen.
As one tours the home the fine craftsmanship is evident in every room. For example, the living room plaster walls and high beamed ceiling frame the custom glass doors opening to the entertaining balcony overlooking the expansive Santa Fe vistas. An elegant fireplace with a stone mantle and hearth creates a cozy and inviting seating area. The elegant dining room with commanding Sangre de Cristo mountain views overlooks the stone-enhanced outdoor portal with its own fireplace as well as the soothing fountain in the planted garden. This room easily accommodates a large formal dinner party and features the Marbau wood floors, warmly tinted plastered walls, beamed ceiling and beautiful built-in custom cabinetry.
Adjacent to the dining room is the fabulous kitchen looking out over the gardens to the Sangre de Cristo mountains. Amenities include custom cherry and walnut cabinetry, granite countertops, glass tile backsplashes, Wolf double wall ovens, five burner Wolf cook top, Subzero refrigerator and freezer, under cabinet wine-cooler, and Asko dishwasher. Off of the kitchen is a sumptuous pantry and separate laundry room, each with the finish quality of the kitchen.
The master bedroom suite completes this in-town estate quality home with its enormous walk-in closet filled with custom built-ins and sumptuous bathroom with every amenity imaginable. The onyx countertop is a unique touch which is carried through the master bedroom on the fireplace wall. The views from this master bedroom are breathtaking while the room’s muted tones and layout are as soothing and fit for rest and relaxation.
Truly unique in Santa Fe, this custom home combines the best in contemporary pueblo design and construction with a superior view location within minutes of the historic plaza.
