| Lotus Lodge is a unique cohousing/collaborative household rental community of about 10 members who highly value personal growth. We are located on 2.5 acres of land with stream, pond, gardens, deck, fire circle, and wonderful old trees—yet are just 12 minutes from downtown Asheville, North Carolina, in a semi-rural area. There are two buildings on the property—a duplex with two two-bedroom apartments and a large two-story home remodeled into three full apartments plus a library, gathering room for movie nights or workshops, and extra kitchen downstairs. Long-term rent for members ranges from $350 to $500 a room plus some utilities. High-speed wireless internet access is included.
We are a collection of diverse, unique, and interesting individuals most of whom are teachers, authors, facilitators, counselors, or life coaches. Residents tend to walk their talk, endeavoring to transform "buttons" rather than playing victim. Conflicts are seen as "obstitunities" for clearing and expanding personal awareness. Consequently, conversations are often rich sharings of spiritual inspiration, personal growth, gratitude, wisdom, joy, and laughter. There is little outward conflict.
Spiritual beliefs and practices are eclectic and generally relate to aligning with Spirit or higher Self and being conscious creators. The practice of life-affirming communication and positive use of one's imagination (out of the box) are highly valued, as are the teachings of Abraham-Hicks, Serge King, Goddard Neville, Byron Katie, Richard Bach and the "Co-Creative Science" of Machaelle Wright, among others.
Founded in 2004 by co-publishers of Spirit in the Smokies, Magazine of New Paradigm Living which was printed 1995 – 2007 (see www.spiritinthesmokies.com).
If you'd like to visit, you can rent a very nice, large, sunny room for about $70 a night or $350/week. Room includes wireless high-speed internet and kitchen access. We also offer individualized retreats for writers and anyone desiring to kick-start new life in their living. No pets or smoking. Call for availability @ 828-667-4343.
Note: If you are relocating to the area, we can refer you to a really good local real estate agent, even if you don't stay here. Also, we do not accept work in trade for living space rental. For more info, see Lotus Lodge ad on: www.livingnewstories.com Soon we'll have a site at: www.lotuslodge.com Status: Active & enjoying life | Community location is placed at the center of the zip/postal code, city/state, or city/country (not based on street addresses) |
Population Members(adults and children): 10 Non-member Residents: 2 (We have 2 B&K (Bed & Kitchen access) rooms we rent to visitors) Open to new members: Yes (Intermittently) | Government Decision Making: Other (We have a co-creative environment but the two owners have responsibility for property development and financial matters.) Identified Leader: No (We have situational leadership, where anyone can initiate or lead in some project or idea. Also, see comment above.) Leadership Core Group: Yes (Beyond the two owners having primary responsibility for property/$ matters, there is lots of freedom for personal expression and participation in decision making (putting up a privacy fence, yard art, garden/landscaping ideas, having events, workshops, retreats or celebrations, calling forth a community meeting or movie night, etc.)) | Labor and Money Financial Style: Members have independent finances Open to Members with Pre-existing Debt: No Answer (Everyone must pay own way fully.) Labor Contribution: (Residents are expected to contribute to the care and maintenance of areas they use, such as sweeping their outside stairs or the deck, cleaning the fire pit after use, etc. as so inspired/needed.) Join Fee: No (Just a rental security deposit.) Regular Fees: No (Just rent & some utilities for their own use.) | Land and Buildings Other (Semi-rural - we're close to Asheville, NC yet have cows in pastures as nearyby neighbors.) Area: 2.5 acres (1.0 hectares) (Included is a small stream and pond.) Land Owned By: A subgroup of community members (Two of the 10 members.) Number of Residences: 2 (Our 2 residential buildings encompass encompass 5 apartments with a total of 10 bedrooms, 5 kitchens and 6 bathrooms. Each private room is rented to individual residents, and we have two large bedrooms ( B&Ks) for short-term, vacation renters. Plus we have a group/gathering room for movie nights, celebrations and workshops, a large extra kitchen and a great library.) Cohousing: No Answer (Somewhat, plus collaborative living.) | Food, etc. Percentage of Food Grown: 6-20% (More to come! Two large organic garden areas are ready!) Share Community Meals: 1 time/week (All or some of us eat together when inspired - during warms months we'll meet on the deck and eat together. We are a friendly and diverse group of creative individuals. Some dyads/triads more regularly eat together.) Dietary Choice or Restrictions: Diet is up to each individual (Omnivorous) Dietary Practice: Omnivorous (Each person chooses own diet.) Alcohol Use: Used occasionally (Some beer and wine, intermittently.) Tobacco Use: Prohibited (Unless done outside, away from others.) | Social Factors Common Spiritual Practices: Yes (Eclectic - generally into new thought.) Which Spiritual Traditions(s): Eclectic (integrates pieces from many religions) (Everyone is exploring their own divinity.) Educational Style(s): Other (n/a) | |
