SkyHorse Ranch - San Miguel de Allende
Unique Horse Ranch · Nature Sanctuary
Near San Miguel de Allende
Sky Horse Ranch is a private equestrian property set within 1.5 hectares of mature trees, gardens, open pasture, and extraordinary views near San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato.
It is a place where horses, gardens, wildlife, and daily life have been intentionally woven together over more than a decade. The property feels less like a conventional horse facility and more like a small private nature sanctuary, with the practical infrastructure to make rural living comfortable and sustainable.
Set apart from the public road and backed by open ejido land, Sky Horse Ranch offers genuine privacy, expansive countryside views, and a remarkable sense of space while remaining just minutes from San Miguel.
The Human Perspective

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Evening towards front garden

skyhorse ranch upper entry gate
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The Horse's View
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Designed Around the Horse
The existing equestrian layout reflects contemporary, research-informed principles of equine management, with generous opportunities for movement, social interaction, natural foraging behavior, environmental variety, and choice incorporated into the daily life of the horses. Varied terrain, expansive vistas, turnout, social contact, and practical daily care are integrated into the property’s design.
This is not simply an equestrian property with room for horses; it was thoughtfully developed as an environment in which horses can move, forage, socialize, rest, and engage with their surroundings. Future owners can build upon that foundation according to their own management practices and equestrian goals.
SkyHorse Ranch Facts
SKY HORSE RANCH
Unique Horse Ranch · Nature Sanctuary Near San Miguel de Allende
Private Equestrian Property · 1.5 Hectares / 3.7 Acres
Location: Don Juan Xidó, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico · CP 37886
$695,000 USD
PROPERTY
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1.5 hectares / 3.7 acres
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Approximately 5 miles from La Comer and minutes from San Miguel de Allende
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Long private access drive with automatic electric entry gate
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Fully fenced property with dog - and coyote- resistant fencing
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Xidó ejido/community land behind
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Expansive views of the presa Allende, Guanajuato countryside, Otomí, and downtown San Miguel
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Approximately 250 trees, including 50–60 mature trees
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Xeriscape gardens, mature landscaping, native/adaptive plantings, and interconnected garden paths
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Excellent natural drainage and a comfortable elevated microclimate
WATER & ENERGY
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10,200-liter underground cistern for the main house
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27,200-liter underground cistern for barn and grounds
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Multiple interconnected tinacos
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Village well water and rainwater capture systems
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Water access throughout house, casita, barn, pastures, and grounds
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3,860-watt solar array
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14.2 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery
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6,000-watt 120/240-volt battery-based off-grid inverter
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Approximately 15 kWh average daily solar production
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CFE connection for backup
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Level One EV circuit; Level Two EV circuit installed
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Gas supply for fireplace and oven
MAIN RESIDENCE
Approximately 1,400 sq. ft.
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2 bedrooms
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Bonus office with loft bed
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2 full bathrooms
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Open-plan living area
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French-style steel security doors and windows
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Slate veranda surrounding the house
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Vine-covered pergola
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Built-in planters and extensive xeriscaped (environment-friendly) surrounding gardens
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Separate laundry/bodega with washer and dryer
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Flat roof with potential for additional outdoor living space or future development
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Access to reliable beamed internet up to 50 Mbps, upgradeable
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New roof and electrical system updated in 2016
CASITA
Approximately 420 sq. ft.
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Local stone and sillar construction
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Fully plumbed with independent water
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Suitable for guests, studio/creative retreat, or caretaker
EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES
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Two fenced pastures, each with water access
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Approximately 900 sq. ft. barn
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Hay storage and enclosed tack room
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Round pen (with room for level 20' x 40' arena)
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Dry lot/corral with independent water
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Space for stalls
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Fenced grazing and free-movement pastures
WILDLIFE & NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
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35+ bird species documented year-round
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Daily hummingbirds
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Thousands of Monarch butterflies during fall migration
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Mature trees and old-growth cacti provide wildlife habitat
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Informal trails behind the property lead toward path that leads you to an immense open grassy and plateau
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Ancient petroglyphs and terracing traces in the surrounding landscape
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Dark night skies with visible Milky Way
LEGAL & INFRASTRUCTURE
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Property paperwork updated and verified
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Easements clarified
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Clear boundaries
SECURITY & PRIVACY
Sky Horse Ranch is naturally private, with no visibility from the public road and a long gated drive leading to a second locked gate at the property.
The main house has French-style steel security doors and windows, the property is fully fenced, and motion-detection systems provide additional monitoring. Established neighbors nearby add a welcome layer of community awareness.
It’s a rural setting with a strong sense of privacy, while still offering thoughtful, practical security.
PROPERTY CHARACTER
Developed and maintained over approximately 13 years with an emphasis on ecological stewardship, mature landscaping, equestrian functionality, water security, energy independence, and low-impact living.
The property offers an unusual combination of privacy, nature, equestrian infrastructure, mature trees, expansive views, and proximity to San Miguel de Allende, while remaining manageable at 3.7 acres.
Ideal for: horse owners, nature lovers, birders, creatives, remote workers, eco-conscious buyers, and anyone seeking rural privacy without isolation.
Compare SkyHorse Ranch with similar properties in the area from the Live In San Miguel website MLS search
ID #: SMA10348 - Sky Horse Ranch at https://www.mls-allende.com/
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