Communities rooted in
connection and regeneration
Living in harmony with yourself, with each other and with nature
With more than 60 nationalities represented, there isn't one single culture here. We are creating it together every day.
A living example of how people and nature can thrive together.
Imagine a place where you could live in a community of people who desire a slower pace of life, be close to nature and live rooted in everyday human connection. That is the vision Ecovilla brings to life.
It began with La Ecovilla Original in 2012. In the heart of Costa Rica, a former cattle farm of 42 acres was transformed into a regenerated, edible forest and sustainable residential community. We believe that true community flourishes when we honor both our shared values and the natural world around us.
In 2023, we expanded that vision with Ecovilla San Mateo. We regenerated 220 hectares of a former petting zoo into healthy, regenerating land, crossed by the Machuca River and designed for sustainable individual homes, meaningful connection, and a healthy lifestyle.
Ecovilla is not an escape from reality. We consciously create a new version of it. Where sustainability, community and quality of life go hand in hand. A place where our children grow up outdoors, where we share and grow together, and living well feels natural.
“We’re at a time in history where we can live in harmony with nature again. My dream is to see this kind of community expand all over the world to achieve that harmony.“
About
our Ecovillas.
Each Ecovilla is built on the vision that we thrive when we live in close connection with nature, ourselves and our shared values.
Meet Marcelo live in our next online webinar + Q&A
Are you inspired by our vision and would you like to discover more about Ecovilla? Join our next online webinar with Marcelo Valansi.
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latest blogs
Residency in Costa Rica: What to Know Before You Move
Can foreigners buy property in Costa Rica, and which residency fits you? An immigration attorney explains the options, steps and timeline.
Living in Community: The Values That Shape Life at Ecovilla
What holds an intentional community together without a guru or dogma? Our Why statement and five commitments that shape daily life at Ecovilla.
Will I belong in Ecovilla?
It’s one of the first questions people ask when they discover Ecovilla: “Will I fit