Intentionally planned as an off-grid, sustainable, and resilient village, Carmelita Gardens is well on its way to achieving its goals. We are truly a diverse intergenerational an international community. We now have residents ranging from newborns to octogenarians and all ages in between and we have residents from around the world and from various careers and avocations. One of the many attractions is how the community and homes are carefully designed to accommodate a range of budgets and lifestyles. It is a core philosophy to treat everyone with individual respect and civility.
Like Belize, “The Land of the Free by the Carib Sea”, we are a community of freedom-lovers. The country was founded by generations of independent-minded freedom-seekers who came together to form a small nation (population ~400,000). In keeping with that spirit we left the ‘rat race” behind and are living a peaceful life in the fertile Belize River Valley.
We enthusiastically embrace the legacy we are creating by building a sustainable village for the present and future generations. We understand that it is a rare blessing to be Founders of a new village in a tropical paradise.
“Independent Together” ~ Town Motto. We are self-sufficient and community-minded.
The membership process at Carmelita Gardens is simple and flexible. There’s no formal application or approval process — instead, you become part of the community by purchasing a property and choosing to live here, whether full-time or part-time.
We love welcoming visitors to Carmelita Gardens!
If you’re interested in experiencing the community firsthand, you can start by contacting us to schedule a Virtual Tour or sign up for one of our in-person Discovery Tours. These tours give you a chance to explore the property, meet residents, and get a feel for off-grid living in Belize.
Just email us at in**@**************ns.com with your travel plans or questions, and we’ll be happy to assist with logistics, local recommendations, and setting up a personalized visit. Whether you’re just curious or actively planning a move, we’re here to help every step of the way.
The whole membership decides collectively.
More than 50% agreement needed.
Members elect leaders who make decisions within defined roles.
Belize values Private Property Rights and the legal system is based on Common Law, so all of our properties are individually Deeded to the owners. Our community is OPEN, no gates, no snobs, and no entrance fee. Our “Members” include property owners and guests, renters, staff, independent contractors, and visitors. It’s like rolling into a small traditional village with neighborhoods, a Village Green, and a Town Square.
As stakeholders, members have a voice, however, when it comes to community decision-making only owners have a vote.
Members maintain separate personal finances with minimal sharing.
Join fee: $39000
Regular fees: $45
Members with pre-existing debt: allowed
Carmelita Gardens received it’s Final Approval and Environmental Compliance Permit in September 2010, but did not establish an HOA or any other organization to govern the community, or charge fees, or collect dues. The Founder/Developer is fundamentally opposed to HOA’s in their common form. Instead, he waited until there was an established community – a critical-mass of involved residents. In 2022 that milestone was reached and after Town Hall meetings the Community Maintenance Fund (CMF) was established.
Garden(s), Greenhouse(s), Library, Workshop, Swimming pond or pool, Waterfront access, Gym or sports area
Smaller municipalities with local services but rural character.
Integrated communities designed around ecological principles with sustainable living practices.
A residential project: people live here as their primary home.
An institution, business, network, or project that isn’t a residence (e.g. a learning center, farm, or network with no one living there full-time).
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