Welcome

I live at the High Lonesome Ranch POA, where my neighbors value homesteading, rural values and living in peace!

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This POA welcomes those seeking to build their own homes in the Southeast Arizona high desert using the very unique Owner-Builder Opt-Out Permit offered by Cochise County, AZ.

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The High Lonesome Ranch (HLR) was developed in 2003 based on a vision, today, that vision remains alive:
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Welcome to HLR, located near the Old West town of Tombstone, Arizona. Our Ranch has been thoughtfully designed to preserve the area’s naturally beautiful terrain, spectacular 360 degree mountain and valley views, and the sense of ultimate privacy.
Southeastern Arizona is known for its’ wide-open spaces and feeling that the old west still exists.
Our annual 300+ days of sunshine and 4,500 to 5,300 foot elevation make for year-round climate comfort.
HLR is perfect for a ranch in the country, with miles of horseback-riding trails, or for just a private peaceful get-away. Situated amidst rolling grasslands, hills and tree-lined valleys, the topography is rich and varied.
Panoramic mountain views in every direction contribute to the awe-inspiring nature of HLR, and the desire to make it your own private retreat.

If you want to build with innovative and alternative methods, or to homestead, you may have just found your new home!

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Find current listings. Do negotiate the price down, you can usually get what you need for $10k under asking price!

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Reputation

If you heard negative stories about HLR, these are, sadly, true. However, the individuals behind the reputation are on their way out. The majority supports a relaxed POA.  For the past 10+ years, this POA has had relaxed enforcement and non-enforcement.

If you want a “strict HOA”, you are better served looking elsewhere.

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Building

After obtaining the Cochise County Owner Builder Opt Out option permit, many build homes using “alternative” methods such as earth-ships, adobe, earthbags, rammed earth and a variety of others.

Our location offers stunning views, clean air, stellar night skies, amazing wild life, and life-giving ground water!  This makes the HLR POA a unique oasis in the Chihuahuan desert!

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Homesteading

Many owners are engaged in homesteading, animal husbandry, gardening, and Permaculture practices.

You will find Cattle roaming the roads (a rural Arizona norm), horses, goat pens, ducks, rabbits, chicken coops, various styles of green houses, solar panels, rain harvesting, wind energy, and many other innovative ways of being more self-sufficient.

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Photos

See photographs I’ve taken here. Others are submitting photos to be published.  Enjoy!!!

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