Santa Teresa · Nicoya Peninsula · Costa Rica

More than a home.
A whole life.

A prototype for the future of human settlement.A village where people, nature and enterprise form one regenerative living system.

The future of human settlement.

We imagined a different way of living, in harmony with nature and regenerating the land we live on. Then we made it real. Now we're inviting you to share it, in whatever way suits you.

A home at The ARK with its pool, among tropical gardens at dusk

01 · Stewardship

Become a steward.

Own part of the village, not just a home. Buy a lot and build, buy a finished home, or own a fractional share, and share in the village's profits.

From above: the spa deck, built over The ARK's natural swimming pond

02 · Membership

Join as a member.

Become part of the community. Work from the ARK House, recover at the spa deck, eat from the farm and join the classes and events. Membership is by invitation.

The beach at Santa Teresa from above, lined with palm trees

03 · Stay

Stay with us.

Live the village for a few nights or a few weeks. The best way to see if it's for you.