Lotus Lodge :: Communities Directory

Formed: 2004 Established: 2004

This page last updated:12/30/2011

Lotus Lodge

Asheville area, North Carolina,

United States

(12 minutes from downtown Asheville, NC)

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 $440 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.

If you'd like to visit, you can rent a very nice, large, sunny room for about $60 a night or $400/week (a special rate for communitarians). Room includes wireless high-speed internet and kitchen access. We also offer individualized retreats for writers and anyone in personal transition. 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 at Lotus Lodge. Also, we do not accept work in trade for living space rental. For more info, see Lotus Lodge ad on: www.livingnewstories.com or www.lotuslodge.com

Status: Active & enjoying life

Website: http://www.lotuslodge.com

Contact:

Gaya Erlandson
11 Old Candler Town Rd.
Candler, North Carolina 28715 United States
Phone: 828-581-9036 (google voice)

Links:

LIVING NEWStories: A social community portal for grounding 'new paradigm' connections and innovations for intentional, joyous living.

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Former/Other Names: Lotus Lodge

This page last updated:12/30/2011

Visitors Accepted

(We rent B&K rooms to visitors. CALL.)

Visitor Process: The best way to visit is to reserve our B&K (bed with kitchen access) room for about $60/night or $390/week (is a special rate for communitarians). If considering joining our community, also see lotuslodge.com. Then, if still interested, please send an email to us with info describing you - your interest and experience in community, your age, usual vocation, general interests, your time frame as to when you'd like to visit and/or move in, how much furnishings will you want to bring, etc. Then please call Gaya to alert her to your email (please put "Hello Lotus Lodge" in the heading) at 828-581-9036. You will be asked your name and then the answering service will roll your call over to our live phone or voice mail if no one is available. Thank you!!!

Affiliations: Damanhur, Federation of Communities

Network Affiliations:

Fellowship for Intentional Community

Statement of Housing Non-discrimination:

Because our housing is a single housing unit and requires the sharing of bathroom, kitchen and common space membership/residency may be restricted based on sex/gender in accordance with the law. Our community does not discriminate based on race/color, national origin, religion, family status (i.e. having children, not having children, or being pregnant), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, source of income, age, creed, personal appearance, political affiliation, HIV infection, military/veteran status, unfavorable military discharge, gender identity or expression, receiving public assistance, or domestic abuse.

Population Members(adults and children): 11 Non-member Residents: 1 (We have a B&K (Bed & Kitchen access) room we rent to visitors) Open to new members: Yes (Intermittently)	Government Decision Making: Other (We are implementing Sociocracy also called Dynamic Self Governance.) 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 (for such things as yard or garden projects, having events, workshops, retreats or celebrations, calling forth a community meeting or movie night, potluck, 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: Expected (Residents are expected to contribute to the care and maintenance of areas they use - approximately 4 hours a week..) 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 (Most of our residents rent a room within an apartment.)	Food, etc. Percentage of Food Grown: 6-20% (More to come! Two large organic garden areas are ready!) Share Community Meals: 2-5 times/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, some are vegetarian) 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)

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