Jewel of the Sun (La Joya del Sol) :: Communities Directory

Forming Formed: 2009 Established: 2012

This page last updated:9/4/2012

Jewel of the Sun (La Joya del Sol)

Perez Zeledon,

Costa Rica

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 Anastasia-living-foods-inspired community nestled on 180 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, we bring together people looking to awaken, calm, reconnect, learn, build, grow, strengthen, prepare conscientiously....

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.

You can experience..

Clean air to breathe

Bathe in and drink pure spring water

Tranquil 170 acres

Hydromassage waterfalls

Spring water pools

S. Pacific Beaches 1 hr. away

Miles of rainforest trails

Magical mountain vistas

Vibrant, fresh, organic, local food

Permaculture gardens, orchards, land use

Grow-your-own-home bamboo/woods

Gourmet fresh food cuisine/int’l raw food chef

100's of exotic flowers, fruits, wild edibles

Free plants for residents

Wondrous birds and insects

Off-grid power

Eco-entrepreneuring

opportunities/guidance

Natural building/design assist

Health coaching

Yoga at neighbor studio & planned here

Good, private 4WD access

24 hour emerg. clinic 1 hr.

Spacious lots

Covered camping, houses built to suit

G3 web

Flexible buy-in/leasing terms

What people are saying about La Joya del Sol....

"A must-see for every raw foodist or nature-lover going to Costa Rica! Stay here to jumpstart vibrant health and a new connection to our mother earth"

- Rachel Rose, MD

" Stupendous views! Amazing food! Thanks for your generosity and looking forward to seeing this dream grow" - Fred Patenaude

"Interested in raw 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. You've

Website: http://www.VivaLaRaw.org

Contact:

Lista Correo
San Isidro del General
Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica
Phone: 011 506 8886 6802

Links:

Viva La Raw: Raw Food Tropical Paradise in Costa Rica

Flickr Photo Sets: 100's of Beautiful photos of Jewel of the Sun, Costa Rica, Amazing raw cuisine

International Telephone Info

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Former/Other Names: La Joya del Sol

This page last updated:9/4/2012

Visitors Accepted

Visitor Process: Explore the website www.VivaLaRaw.org first, then contact Eric at emrivkin@gmail.com

Statement of Housing Non-discrimination:

Our community does not discriminate in regards to housing based on race/color, national origin, religion, sex/gender, 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 being the victim of domestic abuse.

Population Members(adults and children): 8 (est. by Dec. 2013) Non-member Residents: 3 (1 to 3 on average for interns/visitors) Open to new members: Yes	Government Decision Making: By consensus Identified Leader: Yes (Leadership changes by need) Leadership Core Group: Yes (Everyone is a leader in some way)	Labor and Money Financial Style: Partial income sharing (Details TBD) Open to Members with Pre-existing Debt: No Labor Contribution: Expected (Details TBD) Join Fee: Yes (Details TBD) Regular Fees: Yes (Details TBD)
Land and Buildings Rural Area: 180 acres (72.8 hectares) (100%) Land Owned By: Individual community member(s) (Transferred when qualified settlers commit) Number of Residences: 4 (4 in 3 years) Cohousing: No	Food, etc. Percentage of Food Grown: over 50% (Goal is 100% self sufficiency with neighbor trading of food/seeds/plants) Share Community Meals: Nearly all dinners (Increased no. of family dwellings may change that) Dietary Choice or Restrictions: There are some dietary restrictions (Primarily plant-based, living and wild foods inspired) Dietary Practice: Primarily raw foods (Primarily plant-based, living and wild foods inspired) Alcohol Use: Prohibited Tobacco Use: Prohibited	Social Factors Common Spiritual Practices: Yes (Oneness, Gratitude, Love) Which Spiritual Traditions(s): Eclectic (integrates pieces from many religions) Educational Style(s): Other (Natural learning)

Cohousing Details

Cohousing Status:

Dormant

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