Enjoy elevated mountain living in this inspirational lifestyle custom home, built in 2024 by Green Mountain Construction. Set across three original lots combined into one expansive parcel in Skywater, one of Cloudcroft’s premier sustainable communities, this property offers privacy, remarkable scenery, and an extraordinary mountain lifestyle. Step outside into fresh mountain air beneath vibrant blue skies and billowing white clouds, with the beauty of the Lincoln National Forest surrounding you. Sweeping views encompass forested mountains and stretch west toward the Tularosa Basin. Elk, deer, wild horses, and hummingbirds are frequent visitors, adding to a setting that feels worlds away from the bustle of everyday life. Thoughtfully designed to complement its surroundings, the home features beautiful slate tile flooring, quality craftsmanship, and an impressive interior fireplace that anchors a warm, inviting retreat. Views throughout the home connect indoor living with the landscape beyond. Two covered tiled patios and Trex decking on the first level offer exceptional spaces for morning coffee, entertaining, colorful sunsets, and stargazing beneath brilliant mountain night skies where constellations shine clearly overhead. Sustainability meets modern convenience with a rainwater collection system and a whole-home generator for added peace of mind. A main-level washer and dryer enhance everyday comfort, while the spacious side yard provides dedicated RV parking with full hookups. Nearby National Forest lands and open meadows invite outdoor exploration in Cloudcroft’s refreshing high-elevation climate, while a beautiful nearby golf course offers another way to enjoy the mountain setting. Just a short walk away, Burro Avenue, the local brewery, and distillery, winery, shopping, dining, and Village attractions bring the charm of an authentic, historic mountain town within easy reach. Enjoy live music, local gathering places, and the welcoming spirit of a small-town community. Beautifully crafted and environmentally thoughtful, this distinctive Skywater residence offers a rare opportunity to embrace spectacular views, peaceful nights, and the natural beauty that makes Cloudcroft so special.
Single-familyProperty Type
2023Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$521Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Elevated Team Cori Abel & Emily Kellam• Future Real Estate
The home is situated on three lots in the Skywater Subdivision in Cloudcroft —It is within walking distance to the Brewery and Village shopping district. A small subdivision with limited traffic, Skywater is a single-family district. All homes have rainwater catchment systems and Village water and sewer systems. Fiber Optic is available from two companies, with speeds up to 1 gigabyte. Perfect for the remote worker. The home features slate flooring throughout, a six-burner propane range, a washer/dryer, all new furnishings, a propane-operated generator to maintain power through outages, an RV hookup area with water connection, sewer connection, and electrical power. This home is a must-see. Designed by Shelley M Hughes Architects, and constructed by Green Mountain Construction, Inc. Call for an appointment today.
OCAOR #161903
Jul 8, 2022
Sold
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Dec 17, 2019
Listed
$22,500
$12/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,484 (+178.2%)
$112,400 + $523,300
$635,700
2024
$1,252 (+117.4%)
$112,400 + $529,965
$642,365
2023
$576 (+228.4%)
$73,903 + $156,518
$230,421
2022
$175 (+50.0%)
$73,903
2021
$117
$22,500
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
2024
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,375
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,375
Year built
2023
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Otero County
APN
R056602
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
Historical weather
Cloudcroft, NM • 88317
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.2 hours in
June and 7.3 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Rental earnings
Est. $2,692 per month, based on comparable rentals