Tucumcari, New Mexico · Route 66
A private home and working studio in the desert
For artists, writers, and makers who need uninterrupted time and space. 2-week to 3-month residencies on a 5-acre high desert ranch.
The Space
House. Studio. Airstream. Desert.
5 acres of high desert ranch with a full private home, a 1,500 sq ft working studio, an Airstream, and nothing but open sky in every direction.
The House
3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Full kitchen, dining, living space.
The Studio
1,500 sq ft dedicated workspace (30' x 50'). Glass garage door with desert views.
The Airstream
Private Airstream on a deck with outdoor seating. Your own self-contained pod.
The Land
5 acres. Open sky. No ordinances — make noise, build things, work outside.
The Residency
Three ways to stay.
No application committee. No cohort. Pick the configuration that fits your project and budget. Minimum stay: 2 weeks.
Tier 1
Airstream + Half Studio
Private Airstream accommodation with shared access to half the studio. Bathroom and shower in the house.
Tier 2
PopularBedroom + Half Studio
Private bedroom in the house with shared kitchen/living areas and half the studio.
Tier 3
Full Takeover
The entire property — house (3 bed/3 bath), Airstream, and full studio. All yours.
Custom pricing for full property access. Ideal for groups, retreats, or large-scale projects.
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Meal Plan
Home-cooked meals prepared by the host. Daily or per-meal pricing.
Artist Advisory
Up to 3 hours/week of focused 1-on-1 time with Matty Mo — critique, strategy, career.
Daily Workouts + Yoga
Join daily fitness sessions on the property. Body and mind.
Included With Every Stay
- ✓ WiFi (Starlink)
- ✓ Outdoor space and ranch property access
- ✓ Studio infrastructure — workbench, storage, lighting
- ✓ Total quiet — no obligations, no social calendar
- ✓ Cleaned before arrival and after departure
- ✓ Laundry room access
- ✓ Sauna on property
Not Included
- — Food or groceries (meal plan available as add-on)
- — Transportation (car recommended; Tucumcari is ~4 miles)
- — Specialized materials or tools
- — Cleaning during stay
Things to Do
Solitude. Not isolation.
The ranch is remote, but the area isn't empty. When you need a break from the work, there's plenty to do.
Lake
Nearby lake access. Fishing trips can be arranged.
Seasonal Hunting
Permit required. Firepower supplied.
Golf
Tucumcari Municipal Golf Course. 9 holes, open desert.
Gardening
Raised beds on the property. Grow something while you're here.
The Location
Tucumcari, New Mexico
High desert, open sky, Route 66 corridor. One of the most remote, quiet, visually stunning landscapes in the American West.
Getting Here
Nearest Airports
Albuquerque (ABQ) — 2.5 hours
Amarillo (AMA) — 2 hours
Nearest Town
Tucumcari — ~4 miles. Groceries, gas, restaurants.
Climate
Hot summers, mild winters. Best seasons: spring (Mar–May) and fall (Sep–Nov).
Getting Around
Car recommended. The ranch is rural — that's the point.
Internet
Starlink — reliable for video calls, uploads, and remote work.
About
Built by a practicing artist.
Sunlit Ranch was built by Matty Mo — The Most Famous Artist — as his personal home and working studio. From this property, he launched Art City, a sculpture park and creative outpost named by Time as one of the World's Greatest Places.
The ranch sits on 5 acres of open land near Tucumcari, just off historic Route 66. No neighbors. No noise. No distractions. It's the kind of place where you can hear yourself think.
When Matt travels, the property is offered to other artists, writers, and makers who need the same thing he built it for: uninterrupted time with real space to work.
Inquire
Book your stay.
Tell us about yourself and your project. We'll respond within a few days with availability and next steps.