Live Off-the-Grid in a Gorgeous Adobe Home!
A perfect home for an ecologically minded individual, couple, or family. Nestled in the forested Mexican highlands, this rural house is a dream for anyone who wants to live off-the-grid.
- 1600 square feet
- 3 bedroom
- 1 office/study
- Full bathroom
- Large open living room with panoramic views
- Large kitchen and dining area
- Veranda perfect for relaxing in a hammock
- Wireless internet system installed, satellite TV connection
- Annual property taxes of less than $40 USD
- The owners are selling this home due to a need to be closer to their businesses.
- Price: $95,000 USD asking
Energy Systems
- Solar panels
The home has electricity provided by solar panels. The electricity provided is enough for TV, computers, and small appliances (such as a clothes washer). There is not enough electricity for normal refrigerators, but the climate is such that refrigeration is unnecessary.- 4 high efficiency 125W +/- 3% solar panels (24V array)
- 4 Surrette Rolls S-530 6V/400 Amps deep-cycle batteries (wired to deliver 24V)
- 1 Steca PR-3030 charge controller
- 1 Samlex S-2024A 2000W heavy-duty pure sine-wave inverter (able to handle delicate appliances)
- Composting toilet
The compost toilet is located just outside of the home to provide an ecological alternative to the flush toilet. The toilet requires nearly no effort to maintain. Information about composting toilets can be found here. - Rainwater collection
The roof of the home is set up to collect rain water during the rainy season in the highlands. A 30,000 liter cistern is filled to capacity every rainy season, providing water for the home throughout the year. In the event that the water runs out, water delivery trucks can easily fill the cistern for a very minimal cost. - Indoor wood-fired stove
Beautifully constructed wood-fired stove to reduce dependence on gas or electric cooking.
The Property
The house is on 1.2 acres (.5 hectares) of land overlooking Lake Pátzcuaro. The land is suitable for gardening, leaving as it is, or building a cabin or two for renting or for guests.
Photos
Large kitchen and dining room:
Wood-fired stove:
Bedrooms with built in niches:
Large, open living spaces:
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