Finca Las Brisas

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Founding year

  • 2005

What we do

Finca Las Brisas is over 150 acres of unspoiled forest and pasture. Previously a combination of grazing land and dry forest, the finca is presently being transformed into a self-sustaining oasis where the best interests of the environment and our surrounding neighbors come first. Two year round rivers – Rio Frio and Rio Naranjalito flow through the property and feeder streams follow the paths of ancient lava flows; forming picturesque waterfalls and authentic “swimming holes.” Ranging from 750 feet to 1,300 feet above sea level, the farm offers refreshing breezes and spectacular ocean and mountain views. The plentiful “quebradas” (springs) provide fresh, unspoiled water, and the hundreds of fruit trees, coffee groves, and vegetable patches that have been planted are now beginning to produce.
The self-sustaining community is comprised of 24 lots (approximately half of which are still available). There are numerous facilities and site enhancements being constructed for all lot owners to utilize, including a community center complete with infinity pool and commercial kitchen, guest lodging, miles of hiking trails, and off-grid renewable energy systems, plant-based waste management, and a pure water supply.
Currently the lot ownership at Finca Las Brisas is comprised of family, friends and other like-minded parties that share a common interest in developing a sustainable community that makes a positive contribution to surrounding local residents and the environment. We have no guiding social, political, or spiritual philosophy driving the development of the community, other than the desire to do it the right way – utilizing local workers, building materials, food, and energy.
Lot prices range between 105k – 129k and are typically 1.25 acres in size. Some have ocean views, all have stunning mountain and valley views.
If being a part of our unique adventure is of interest, and you would like to stop up for a visit during your stay in the Samara area, please contact us, as we would be happy to show you around…

Commemorative dates

  • January 1, 2005
  • Started living together
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10

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10 years ago

Construcción con balas de Paja

Fechas: 1-13 Agosto 2016 Lugar: Ecoaldea Los Guindales Dirigido a: estudiantes, constructores, arquitectos, amantes de los oficios tradicionales. Desarrollo: Se alternarán parte teórica y práctica tomando en cuenta que la teórica será un 20-30 % del total Cada día habrá ocho-nueve horas de taller Teórica: Dibujo, calculo, teoría de trazado,estudio de las armaduras de cubierta más comunes. Práctica: Trazado, cortes y escoplos, montaje varias estructuras de madera maciza. Al comenzar el taller cada alumno dispondrá de un pequeño libro con artículos y apuntes útiles recopilados en estos años, para seguir su aprendizaje y para tomar notas. Habrá a disposición del alumnado una pequeña biblioteca con libro sobre carpintería de armar y bioconstrucción en varios idiomas. Objetivos del Taller: La idea es que cada alumn@ al terminar el taller tenga una formación básica sobre el aprovechamiento y utilización de madera maciza para el diseño, calculo y realización de una armadura. Trabajaremos en la terminación de la planta baja de una casa de madera, cuyas paredes se realzarán con balas de paja (ver taller de balas de paja). Estructuras a realizar : – 2 pórticos con caja-espiga y clavos de madera para reforzar la estructura existente – Habitación de entramado vertical Docencia: – Loris Carboni: carpintero de armar y bioconstructor desde hace 20años. – Olivier Desguers: ingeniero civil y estudiante en prácticas en Los Guindales. Matrícula Taller: 400 Euros Comida: 325 Euros (incluye infusión o café, desayuno y dos comidas para los 13 días) Alojamiento: 50 Euros para derecho a acampada (Hay posibilidad de reservar cama en albergue o yurta, solicitar a la hora de inscribirse, 10 Euros por noche). Contacto:lo***@******************es.com

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