Luxurious 45-Acre Equestrian Estate | Rio Bonito River Frontage & Mountain Views | Alto, NMsuper high-end estate sits on 45 pristine acres with direct frontage along the Rio Bonito and sweeping panoramic views. Offering 11,200 sq ft of refined living space (including main home, guest casitas & caretaker's quarters), it features 10 bedrooms, 9 full baths, and 1 half bath.A $250,000 roof was installed last year. Highlights include high-end finishes, expansive entertaining spaces, gourmet kitchens, and spa-like suites. Complete horse barns, pastures, and professional equestrian facilities make it turn-key for horse lovers.Privacy, luxury, and natural beauty in the heart of Alto -- minutes from Ruidoso. A rare legacy property. Mountain ranges to ride for miles!
For sale
$5,500,000
228 Copper Canyon Rd, Alto, NM 88312
10beds
11,206sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2008
45.89 Acres Lot
$4,931,000 Zestimate®
$491/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
High-end finishesSpa-like suitesGourmet kitchensSweeping panoramic viewsExpansive entertaining spaces
- 78 days |
- 972 |
- 49 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rhonda B. Romack 575-937-3000,
Destiny Real Estate 575-257-3000
Source: RLCMLS,MLS#: 134179
Originating MLS: Ruidoso Lincoln County Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Ruidoso Lincoln County Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 10
- Bathrooms: 10
- Full bathrooms: 9
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Family Room, Great Room, Laundry, Utility Room
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Trash Compactor, Water Heater, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Primary Downstairs, Pantry, Main Level Primary, Utility Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 11,206 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage, Garage Door Opener, Parking Pad, RV Carport
- Garage spaces: 4
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Screened, Terrace, Balcony
- Exterior features: Built-in Barbecue, Balcony, Barbecue, Courtyard, Fire Pit, Outdoor Kitchen, RV Hookup
- Fencing: Fenced,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), River, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Water
- Waterfront features: River Front, River Access, Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 45.89 Acres
- Features: Gentle Sloping, Level, Views, Waterfront
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Corral(s), Guest House, Outbuilding, Stable(s), Storage, Workshop
- Zoning: R1
- Other equipment: Generator, Livestock Equipment, Negotiable, Satellite Dish
- Horse amenities: Corral(s), Pasture
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mountain,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone Veneer, Stucco, Wood Siding
- Roof: Metal,Other,Pitched
Condition
- See Remarks
- Year built: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated
- Security: Gated Community
- Subdivision: Copper Canyon
HOA
- Amenities included: None
Location
- Region: Alto
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $491/sqft
- Date on market: 5/11/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 98 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,1031 Exchange,Owner May Carry
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Gravel
Estimated market value
$4,931,000
$4.68M - $5.18M
$2,232/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $5,500,000$491/sqft |
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| 7/26/2026 | Pending sale | $5,500,000$491/sqft |
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| 7/25/2026 | Pending sale | $5,500,000$491/sqft |
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| 5/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $5,500,000-7.6%$491/sqft |
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| 12/15/2025 | Listing removed | $5,950,000$531/sqft |
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| 7/23/2025 | Price change | $5,950,000-8.5%$531/sqft |
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| 2/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $6,500,000$580/sqft |
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| 11/30/2024 | Listing removed | $6,500,000$580/sqft |
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| 11/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $6,500,000+8.3%$580/sqft |
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| 9/28/2022 | Sold | -- |
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| 1/7/2022 | Listed for sale | $6,000,000$535/sqft |
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| 9/22/2016 | Sold | -- |
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Neighborhood: 88312
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Capitan Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 7.6 mi
- 6/10Capitan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.7 mi
- 9/10Capitan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.7 mi
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