This Taos Oasis Comes With Crows Nests And Income
This property, known as SPRINGWILD, is a unique compound in Taos that includes a main house and four rental casitas. It was originally started by artist Malcolm McCleod Brown in 1980 and has been completed by his family and the current owner. The property offers gardens, access to the Rio Fernando, water rights, and a crows nest with mountain views. It has been on the market for 728 days.
Specifications
- Address: 627 Boyer Ln, Taos, NM 87571
- Price: $1,110,000
- Sq. Ft: 3,210
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 5
- Year Built: 1980
- Lot Size: 3 Acres
- Parking: Open parking
- Fireplaces: 3
Multi-level exterior, natural wood, warm browns and greens—cozy treehouse energy without the tree.

Contemporary layers tucked into the hill. Rustic wood plus sharp angles actually works.

Playful exterior—modern lines with whimsical touches. That orange brown wood looks great.

Laundry room goals. warm wood ceiling, soft walls, actually feels relaxing to fold.

Yellow bathroom with timber beams. Sunny, earthy, morning coffee in paint form.

Loft nook under big beams. Looks quiet, warm, probably smells cedar.

Dark granite meets light cabinets. Solid work triangle, cozy ceiling beams overhead.

Coral orange shelves stealing the show. Eclectic kitchen vibe but still cookable.

Rustic branch arch into the garden. Feels a little portal.

Front door drama to French doors. Lots of glass, lots of welcome.

Big cabin windows soaking in the view. You’d never close the blinds.

Artsy wood plank room. Handmade feel, a studio you accidentally live in.

Sunlight pouring over all wood everything. Instant cabin nap mode activated.

Another cozy corner with beams and greenery views. Eclectic but calm.

Big deck moment, boho rug, warm siding, ready for barefoot dinners.

Dining room under massive beams. Feels Thanksgiving every night.

Details
SPRINGWILD is an eclectic and custom property located on 3 acres in Taos, offering both a main residence and income-generating casitas. The property features extensive gardens, including vegetable gardens, and direct access to the Rio Fernando, complemented by an acequia and water rights. A notable feature is a crows nest providing expansive views of Taos and the Sangre de Cristo mountains. The original construction began in 1980 by artist Malcolm McCleod Brown. The property includes a workshop, a chicken coop, and meditation trails leading to the river.
It is described as a beautiful, one-of-a-kind property in excellent condition, perfect for someone seeking solitude. The main house offers owner accommodation, while the four long-term rental casitas provide income opportunities, with financial data available upon request with an NDA. The property benefits from a well with 3 acre-feet per year and an acequia providing up to 3.75 acre-feet of surface water. The interior square footage is an estimate and not guaranteed. Heating options include electric, passive solar, radiant, and a wood stove, with appliances like a gas oven, range, and microwave included.
The home features beamed ceilings, concrete and wood flooring, and insulated windows. There are three fireplaces located in the kitchen and living room. Additional structures on the property include a studio/office and an outbuilding. The lot itself is wooded with trees, offering garden and lawn areas, and providing scenic views. The home is a single-family residence with wood siding and a slab foundation, with a major remodel occurring in 2000. Utilities include electricity, propane, and phone availability, with a septic tank for sewer and a well for water. The property is in the Taos region with no HOA fees.