Welcome to the El Morro Valley. The valley is steeped in history, folklore and mystery. To this day anthropologists journey to the mythical land of the Seven Lost Cities of Cibola, as this area has been referred to for centuries, to unravel the mysteries of the vanishing Anasazi and the exploits of the Spanish Explorers. The Navaho and Zuni dwell there still with their sacred traditions in tact and thriving. Click here for a list of links to local businesses and points of interest. Contact Chris Dentzel for information about the parcels for sale and design/build services here
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
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Welcome to the El Morro Valley. The valley is steeped in history, folklore and mystery. To this day anthropologists journey to the mythical land of the Seven Lost Cities of Cibola, as this area has been referred to for centuries, to unravel the mysteries of the vanishing Anasazi and the exploits of the Spanish Explorers. The Navaho and Zuni dwell there still with their sacred traditions in tact and thriving. Click here for a list of links to local businesses and points of interest. Contact Chris Dentzel for information about the parcels for sale and design/build services here
Pristine Parcel : 25 Acres
25 acres: $120,000. Situated on the South Slope toe of the Zuni Mountains and ½ mile from the 35 acre knoll top parcel, this 25 acres looks out onto similar East, South and West views enjoyed by the larger parcel. Contiguous with the Cibola National Forest, this parcel offers direct mo0untain trail access. Access: Both parcels accessed by year round maintained and all weather roads. Contact Chris Dentzel here
Pristine Parcel : 35 Acres
35 Acres: $150,000. This knoll top parcel enjoys unobstructed 360 degree views. To the North, majestic South Slope views of the Zuni Mountains where the continental divide travels through the “notch” landmark visible in these photos. Views East, South and West encompass the New Mexico Volcano, Inscription Rock, Lookout Ruin, the sentinel Gigantes and Lost Sheep Mesa, all views sweeping across the peaceful El Morro Valley.
Night skies remain dark and star-filled as they were during the ancient days of the Anasazi, some of who’s ruins lie to the immediate west boundary of this parcel and have been placed in a strict archeological preserve. Organically grass-fed cattle from the neighboring Ranch quietly roam this rare piece of old America once prized Spanish Land Grant Territory.
The 35 acres contains a 5 acre building envelope which protects the remaining 30 acres, keeping it in harmony with the surrounding ecological preserve. The 30 acres can be used for farming and grazing. There are CC&R’s available by request to view by interested parties. Contact Chris Dentzel here
Design/Build Services
Design and Build services of Dentzel & Mallery offer close attention to clients’ wishes, renewable and locally harvested materials, old world master building practices and the ever important attention to details. Viewings and references are available upon request. This team has been designing and building in the area, including Gallup and Albequerque for over 20 years. Please see the individual residence links for examples of our work. Contact Chris Dentzel here
Surrounding Area
The El Morro Valley is steeped in history, folklore and mystery. To this day anthropologists journey to the mythical land of the Seven Lost Cities of Cibola, as this area has been referred to for centuries, to unravel the mysteries of the vanishing Anasazi, the exploits of the Spanish Explorers. The Navaho and Zuni dwell there still with their sacred traditions in tact and thriving.
Descendants of both the Mormans who migrated here in the mid 19th century and the early homesteaders carry on the tradition begun by their ancestors and the indigenous tribes of the area, to coexist in harmony. For this reason the El Morro and Ramah Valley, Zuni as well as the entire stretch of the Ancient Hi-way enjoys a unique quality of community. Newcomer’s to the area immediately feel and want to contribute to this good energy. There is a very strong and growing community of artists, anthropologists, organic farmers and more of all ages, as well as an eclectic community of retired professionals.
The local art guild, El Morro Area Arts Council, has an ongoing calendar of events open to the public and welcoming involvement. Click here, to find links to the many organizations and services available in the Valley.
Descendants of both the Mormans who migrated here in the mid 19th century and the early homesteaders carry on the tradition begun by their ancestors and the indigenous tribes of the area, to coexist in harmony. For this reason the El Morro and Ramah Valley, Zuni as well as the entire stretch of the Ancient Hi-way enjoys a unique quality of community. Newcomer’s to the area immediately feel and want to contribute to this good energy. There is a very strong and growing community of artists, anthropologists, organic farmers and more of all ages, as well as an eclectic community of retired professionals.
The local art guild, El Morro Area Arts Council, has an ongoing calendar of events open to the public and welcoming involvement. Click here, to find links to the many organizations and services available in the Valley.
Adobe Residences in the Area
In the vicinity of these two parcels offered for sale and representative of the high quality of homes in the area are eight master craftsman adobes designed and built by the local team of Christopher Dentzel and Charles Mallery. All these homes, shown here, are either neighboring or in the vicinity of these two parcels offered for sale. Please see the links to individual residences on the right for a preview of our work.
Design and Build services of Dentzel and Mallery offer close attention to clients’ wishes, renewable, locally harvested materials, old world master building practices and the ever important attention to details. Viewings and references are available upon request. This team has been designing and building the area, including Gallup and Albequerque for over 20 years.
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