The ARK

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About the Community

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  • Town/Small City

What we do

The ARK is a regenerative village for the new era, located in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica. Designed to be self-sufficient and self-funded, it blends shared ownership, environmental care, and community-driven innovation.

Residents participate as co-creators and profit partners in a system that supports well-being, restores the land, and fosters human potential.

The village includes an organic farm, wellness spaces, conscious architecture, and an upcoming education center inspired by nature-based learning.

The ARK is a living blueprint for a more grounded, collaborative, and regenerative way of life where people and nature thrive together.

Our Vision

Our mission is to create a cooperative village rooted in regeneration, nurturing healthier living for everyone involved.

Our Mission

Our mission is to create a cooperative village rooted in regeneration, nurturing healthier living for everyone involved.

  • Community type
  • Cohousing
  • Ecovillage
  • Activities
  • Education
  • 64 Total members
  • Open to new members
  • Open to visitors
  • Open to volunteers
Total
64

How to join

To purchase land at The ARK, we follow a clear and respectful three-phase process designed to support future residents every step of the way. It begins with an introductory call to explore their vision and introduce the project, followed by a short questionnaire and a conversation with a current resident. Once aligned, they are invited to visit the land in person. If everything feels right, they proceed to the contractual phase, which includes a 5% down payment, a 14-day due diligence period, and final contract signing. Once the full payment is completed, the land title is officially transferred to their name. This journey ensures transparency, mutual alignment, and a strong foundation for their future at The ARK.

Basic expectations or agreements for members

Visit our website to book a stay: https://www.theark.world/stay or to join one of our upcoming events: https://www.theark.world/events

Primary decision-making authority

  • Single Leader or Founding Couple

One person or partnership has ultimate authority.

Governance structure

  • Founder/Leader-led

Primary authority rests with the community’s founder(s) or designated leader(s).

Economic model

  • Complete Income-Sharing

All member income goes into common pool for community use.

Economic scenarios for this community

  • There is a labor obligation

Additional economic information

Labor: Encouraged or suggested
Members with pre-existing debt: Yes (some debt)

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

Garden(s), Greenhouse(s), Workshop, Outdoor Kitchen, Fire pit, Gym or sports area

Frequency of communal meals

  • 1-3 times per month

Substance use culture

  • Substance use occurs primarily at celebrations or ceremonies

Property status

  • Privately owned

Property owner

  • By a single individual, couple, or Family Trust

Setting

  • Town/Small City

Smaller municipalities with local services but rural character.

Self-produced energy

  • Over 66%

Energy sources used

  • Photovoltaic Solar

Self-produced food

  • Up to 33%
  • Land area size
    80 hectares

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Location

  • Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

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