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Jewel of the Sun (La Joya del Sol)

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About the Community

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  • Rural

What we do

May you feel, “I AM making a difference by BEING the change I want to see in the world”. Learn it, Live it, Teach it to others.

Jewel of the Sun is a forming whole foods, plant-based (vegan) sustainable farm nestled on 167 acres of Costa Rica’s south Pacific coastal mountains. Amidst lush rainforests, pure spring water, private waterfalls/natural pools, and breathtaking mountain scenery close to the ocean, Jewel of the Sun seeks to bring together people looking to awaken, calm, reconnect, learn, build, grow, strengthen, prepare conscientiously….

You can experience..

Clean air to breathe
Pure spring water
Tranquil 167 acres
Hydromassage waterfalls
Spring water pools
S. Pacific Beaches 1 hr. away
Miles of rainforest trails
Magical misty mountain vistas
Vibrant, fresh, organic, local food
Permaculture gardens, orchards, land use
Grow-your-own-home bamboo/woods
Gourmet farm-to-table whole food plant-based cuisine
International vegan chef
100’s of exotic flowers, fruits, wild edibles
Free plants for residents
Wondrous birds and insects
Eco-entrepreneuring opportunities/guidance
Natural building/design assist
Health coaching
Yoga planned here
Good, private 4WD access
24 hour med. emergency 1 hr. away
Spacious mountain vista homesites
Glamcamping, cabins available for rent
G3 internet by tower broadcast, No 5G
Flexible leasing terms with or without work trade

What people are saying about La Joya del Sol….

“A must-see for every whole plant-based foodie and nature-lover going to Costa Rica! Stay here to jumpstart vibrant health and a new connection to our mother earth”
– Rachel Rose, MD

“I was here last year and felt so rejuvenated healthwise that I returned again. La Joya del Sol is a truly wonderful place that allows for true healing to take place. Sleeping outside, bathing in natural waterfalls, eating fresh, beautiful organic food, all of these things work together to restore health and wellness. Thanks to Eric for his generosity and sharing his knowledge. There is so much to learn from his wealth of knowledge! See you soon”…Meghan Lewis, Canada, 2019

“My third time here…19, 24, now 27. Amazing to see the growth in myself and the land… this place is my healthy rescue for mind, body, and spirit! Pura vida – Charlotte Hough, USA 2019

“What an amazing place to connect with nature, raw foods, and escape…the rest of the world. I’ll definitely be making some more raw foods from the recipes you showed me! Awe-inspiring! Thank you, Eric”….Claire Berman, Grass Valley, 2019

“What a very magical land Eric has here…simply a piece of paradise. I’m very thankful for how much he taught me from his expertise. The food was beautiful and nourishing. I really look forward to visiting again in the future.”…..Deloris MacNeill, Nova Scotia, February 2019

“Thanks for an amazing stay! You’ve created a true paradise, the food is so delicious…love eating off the land. I especially loved making Anastasia necklaces with cedar from your farm, rock hounding, and clay baths at the waterfalls. Many animals and insects I’ve never seen before. I hope to return….” – Christine McLaws, Utah, December 2018

“Wow, this is a little slice of heaven! The farm fresh plant food has taken me to the next level in my vegan nutrition. The hikes, waterfalls, are the most beautiful I’ve experienced with monkeys, toucans… all heals your body, mind, soul. Thanks so much for your hospitality”….Sonya Richins, Wild Heart Sanctuary, Utah, December 2018

“I was sooooo speechless when I was at your farm and so blissed out…I really appreciate and honor you that you care about me…I figured my problem out….too much fruits is not working for me….crazy heartbeat and dehydration… gonna introduce some steamed pumpkin and see, but I’m so glad that I can come to you.” – Tamara Hobi, July 2018

“Thank you for your beautiful hospitality, for sharing your passion of good food, good health, good life! Thank you for sharing your music and your relaxing and joyful presence. We wish you a beautiful continuation on your path of peace…with gratitude”, Gilles and Amber, Bordeaux, France, February, 2017

“Thank you so much for the beautiful reconnection to peace, light, nature, health. What chore does one need in life? The combination of a living food diet with the purity of this sacred land will travel with me indefinitely. You have ben blessed with an important stewardship and are obviously using your life energy, talent and passion in the highest good. I wish you many blessings as you continue sharing these tools for conscious living. The Red Trail waterfalls and energy was such a magical experience, other worldly. Thank you kindly, Hare Krishna.”…. Lisa Wilson, Florida, March 2017

“Thank you for sharing your beautiful dwelling with us, dwelling that extends beyond the walls and makes every part of your land feel like a different room. The energy here is truly magical. Every being here works together harmoniously and lends its energy for a common growth. The food was beyond imaginable and tickled every sense. Wishing you a continuous flow in the direction of your highest good. With love and gratitude”….Eric, Jean, Zoriana Harvey, Alabama, April 2017

“So blessed to spend the week connecting with this inspiring community of heart-centered visionaries and eco-stewards. Eric Rivkin’s discussion on finding and creating a thriving, regenerative off-grid paradise was a practical and well-considered exploration into what so many of us dream of doing. And the depth of his understanding of what makes for a sustainable diet, considerate of personal health, and impact on the local community and the environment, is second to none. Thank you so much for opening your home and sharing your farm and your visions with us Eric! Can’t wait to see you again on the next Sustainable Living Expedition!!!” Eric Baudry, March, 2017, Upward Spirals

“Interested in whole plant foods, farming, and environmentalism we searched for an experience that would challenge us mentally, physically, and emotionally. How fortunate we were to find you. Living at La Joya del Sol has provided us with just the kind of challenge we were seeking. Thank you so much for your hospitality. “

Our Vision

MISSION: Co-create a magnificent, sustainable sanctuary to heal, thrive, help reclaim our true essence and connection to Creator/Nature, and return to Earth the era of peace, awareness, and conscious living. The need is greater now than ever before for this haven where the intimate pureness of nature can rejuvenate the body, move you emotionally, touch your very core, and fill you with tremendous inspiration – revealing the infinite creative power within everyone.

Our Mission

MISSION: Co-create a magnificent, sustainable sanctuary to heal, thrive, help reclaim our true essence and connection to Creator/Nature, and return to Earth the era of peace, awareness, and conscious living. The need is greater now than ever before for this haven where the intimate pureness of nature can rejuvenate the body, move you emotionally, touch your very core, and fill you with tremendous inspiration – revealing the infinite creative power within everyone.

  • Community type
  • Ecovillage
  • Activities
  • Education

Video

  • 1 Total members
  • Open to new members
  • Open to visitors
  • Open to volunteers
Total
1

How to join

Come visit, then if you like, reserve a few months as a Participant or Guest to test the waters.

Basic expectations or agreements for members

Explore the website www.VivaLaRaw.org, and on Faccebook at LaJoyadelSol and Rawjedi, and Youtube at Vivalaraw channel, then contact Eric at [email protected] to inquire further about a visit

Primary decision-making authority

  • Single Leader or Founding Couple

One person or partnership has ultimate authority.

Governance structure

  • Collaborative/Horizontal

Power and responsibility are shared relatively equally among members.

Economic model

  • Partial Income-Sharing

Members contribute a percentage of income to community funds.

Economic scenarios for this community

  • There is a one-time fee, investment, or share purchase to join the community separate from accessing housing
  • Members need to pay fees, dues, or similar to live there on a per month or per year basis
  • There is a labor obligation

Additional economic information

Join fee: Yes (amount not specified)
Monthly fees/dues: Yes (amount not specified)
Labor required: Yes
Members with pre-existing debt: No
Details TBD

Shared resources and amenities that are accessible to everyone in the community

Common House, Garden(s), Greenhouse(s), Workshop, Outbuilding(s), Swimming pond or pool, Hot tub or hot springs, Outdoor Kitchen, Large Scale Kitchen, Fire pit, Waterfront access

Frequency of communal meals

  • Approximately 1 meal per day

Substance use culture

  • Substance use is prohibited in the community

Property status

  • Privately owned

Setting

  • Rural

Countryside locations with significant distance from urban centers.

Self-produced energy

  • Over 66%

Self-produced food

  • 33 - 66%
  • Land area size
    167 acres

Reviews

Location

  • Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica

Jewel of the Sun (La Joya del Sol)

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2 weeks ago

Experience Week at Whole Village EcoVillage, Ontario Canada Aug. 16 to 22nd

Plan to join us August 16th to 22nd, 2026 and enjoy this unique opportunity for people interested in EcoVillage life, homesteading skills, meaningful connections and cooperative regenerative farming. Join us at one of Canada’s oldest Cooperative Farming EcoVillage communities for an immersive week in community living while we work and play with a variety of the projects, skill building and activities designed to foster a harmonious relationship with the land and with one another. We are located in the Caledon hills about one hour north of Toronto. There are limited spaces so register now! For more information, see https://www.wholevillage.org/experience-week/
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10 months ago

Seeking Couples Interested in Long Term Deep Connection & Farming (open to singles)

Description Our  sloped and terraced community farm has far more potential than we have time and energy to use to the fullest. We have been in community for 15 years now, but feeling pulled to the deeper nourishment we find in long-term residents over shorter-term interns.  We seek one to two couples (or super aligned singles) who are interested in conscious connection, intimate conversation, personal growth and healing, regenerative agriculture, and serious about a building a life in community.  Although we hold space and flexibility for shifts in needs, we desire humans who plan to stay for all or part of a season (1-3 months at a minimum), after which we would explore longer-term alignment and relationships.  We MAY also be open to folks wanting to live off-site, as long as we prioritize ample time to explore how we work together before we get too deep. Current Use Heart 2 Heart Farms is a small, forested, 10 acre Permaculture farm nestled in the fertile hills of the Willamette Valley. Between the quaint towns of Newberg and Sherwood, this oasis is in the middle of wine country, just 30 minutes south of Portland, has been an intentional community and teaching facility for over 15 years, hosting a myriad of community outreach, up-cycling, homesteading, and prepping workshops.  Although we have recently slowed substantially, residents should be prepared for both a busy environment, and shared, informal, mixed-use spaces. We are almost completely self-sufficient, producing large varieties of heirloom fruits and vegetables, and we breed, butcher, and sometimes sell heritage chickens, turkeys, rabbits, pigs, goats, sheep, and cattle. We tan hides, carve bone, save seed, occasionally blow glass, throw pottery, create alternative/green energy, dig root cellars, and build constantly. We have three large un/under-utilized areas available: The front hill is a terraced and amended south-facing slope that has LOTS of room and potential. We also have a poultry pasture is 2 acres of partially wooded Douglas Fir, an additional 4 acres of wooded mixed use browsing space and native habitat that’s virtually unused at the moment, two large greenhouses (including one set up aquaponically), and lots of space to expand the orchard and rotational grazing system. Additionally, we have a 20’x40′ healing center and sacred space we use for yoga, massage, reiki, ceremony (including traditional Lakota sweat lodge and grief/trauma work), and make available to local practitioners to offer their services to the community. If you are wanting to connect deeply, work hard, learn and expand your experience base, and participate in a small but established intentional community, shoot us a note and let’s explore. Owner’s Short Term Vision for the Property Our short-term goal is to find/train a few young/new farmers to assist with land stewardship and increase productivity of the existing space to spread out the work/responsibility and assist in overall streamlining and cleanup of the existing farm/operations. Owner’s Long Term Vision for the Property Our long-term vision is to continue to use this space as a teaching and educational facility, expanding the diversity and frequency of events we can host and services we can offer. Over the next few years, we hope to find an a couple interested in learning/independently managing most of the farm production, which will allow us to dig deeper into the training and certification we make available, to include natural building, basic and advanced Permaculture technique and application, beekeeping, horticulture, animal husbandry, food preservation, fermentation, plant identification/natural foraging, and primitive skills. Available Water / Irrigation Extensive rainwater collection on site, as well as a high-flow/capacity well. Soil Type / Quality Sandy loam with great organic matter, good clay content, and established vermiculture and mycorrhizal network. Buildings and Structures Available for Farm Use We have multiple barns and greenhouse space for use, or lease, depending on the particulars of use/situation. Farm Equipment Available for Use We have a skid steer on site, as well as rototiller, chipper, 26′ truck, and pickup trucks for use. Hand tools are also available, depending on the arrangement. Any Restrictions That Could Limit Agricultural Production Creating and supporting natural borders, food forests, and wildlife habitat (and incorporating these into a holistic/natural pest management strategy) is a very high priority to us, so intensive mono-crop/large machine harvesting and/or crops needing spraying/chemicals are not likely a fit on this site. County: Washington Total Acreage: 10 Acreage Available to Landseeker: 5 Current Farming Practices: Organic, Not Certified, Biodynamic, Dry Farming, Season Extension Farming Practices Allowed: Certified Organic, Organic, Not Certified, Biodynamic, Dry Farming, Season Extension Agriculture Types Suitable: Beans, Bees, Berries, Dairy, Fiber Animals, Flowers, Goats, Herbs, Hogs, Mushrooms, Nursery Stock, Nuts, Orchard/Fruit, Pasture, Poultry, Rabbits, Sheep, Vegetables, Vineyard, Other
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2 months ago

We welcome new members who are anchored in spirit, heart, and body.

WILD GRACE, an intentional, eco-spiritual community (Sierra foothills, 30 minutes from Grass Valley, California) is excited to have completed the creation of new homes for prospective members. Perhaps you or someone you know have been preparing for this wonderful opportunity? Spiritual community (sangha) is crucial on the personal level, as Thich Nat Hahn says: Your sangha—family, friends, and co-practitioners—is the soil, and you are the seed. If you have a sangha that is joyful, animated by the desire to practice and help, you will mature on your path of awakening. (adapted from Cultivating the Mind of Love) We also believe that spiritual community is crucial on the global level. The intentional focus of loving, mindful consciousness transmits a healing and transformative energy beyond our ability to perceive, which assists in planetary awakening. Wild Grace provides an opportunity for an intimate group/sangha to focus on inner attunement to the Divine, to deepen in group authentic communication practices, to steward sacred land, and to choose love moment-by-moment. Our octagonal temple, perched above the wild and scenic South Yuba River, is devoted to the Mother of Us All. We are dedicated to life-long learning of the skills needed to communicate, heal, and live life fully together in Love, Oneness, and Presence. We support a healthy balance of personal and community care, work and play, purpose, and “right livelihood.” Our shared foundation consists of group morning silent meditation, weekly heart circles where we practice trauma informed authentic relating, tending the land, sharing two or more meals a week, and creative expression. We host events including weekly neighborhood potlucks, open monthly Kirtans, weekly A Course of Love online global meetings, weekly Qi Gong classes, sun/moon cycle ceremonies, and dance classes. Wild Grace is located on 80 acres of land adja
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7 months ago

Join us in the mountains of Western North Carolina

Coweeta Heritage Center/Talking Rock Farm is located in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Coweeta is located in a beautiful and diverse temperate rain forest. It feels very remote here yet we are just 12 miles from Franklin, NC. Winters can be mild. Coweeta is blessed with springs and a stream, pristine forests, and abundant wildlife. Power is provided by a hydro-electric system which is not connected to the grid. An organic garden and trout pond provide healthy food that is also shared with the local community. Hiking, kayaking, and other outdoor activities are just out the back door. Coweeta is looking for others who would like to join together to form an Intentional Community embracing the principles of Voluntary Simplicity. Simply put (no pun intended): We wish “to live simply so that others may simply live.” It is a recognition that nature provides us with valuable services and resources that we can use to enrich our lives. Utilizing local resources, appropriate technology, and working cooperatively, we can discover creative ways to meet our needs as “directly and simply as possible.”. An example of this, in the tradition of many Indigenous People”, is to gather, and use wildcrafted foods as part of our diet. There is great joy in going to nature’s grocery for our sustenance. Voluntary Simplicity is based on the recognition that “very little is needed to live well” and that “abundance is a state of mind.” Living lower on the economic ladder allows us more time and freedom to pursue other life goals: community and social engagement, family time, artistic or intellectual projects, more fulfilling employment, political participation, sustainable living, spiritual exploration, and more. According to the Voluntary Collective, “The grounding assumption of Voluntary Simplicity is that all human beings have the potential to live meaningful, free, happy and infinitely diverse lives while consuming no more than an equitable share of (the world’s) resources.” We affirm the need for a work/life balance, the right to a healthy environment and healthy food, and healthy community relationships supporting a diverse population. It is our responsibility as engineers of a new generation to make the changes that we want to see happen and pass this on to the next generations. We can’t wait for someone else to do this important work. Voluntary Simplicity is a quiet revolution that can change the world. As one person said, “we must be poets of our own lives and of a new generation.” We hope you will join us here at Coweeta or elsewhere on our journey to a healthier and more sustainable future! Temporary housing is available in a 27 foot trailer trailer with attached deck next to a creek while we build additional housing. Your basic living expenses (shelter, basic food items, power and water) are met through our market garden or other fundraising projects that you will participate in. You are expected to contribute a given amount of your time and energy to help grow our community and meet our financial obligations. Possible future plans include establishing a retreat center for healing our earth and each other. Work includes organic gardening, construction projects and other community building activities. Come join Coweeta and learn how to live lightly on the land and enjoy the Earth’s bounty! For more information, visit www.coweetaheritagecenter.com Contact [email protected] for a visit or more info.  Paul

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