Community Life

Sibang Eco Village is more than a place to live — it’s an invitation to be part of something larger than yourself. Here, life is rooted in connection, care, and co-creation. Choosing to make this your home — means embracing both the beauty and the responsibilities of living closely with others and with nature.

A Lifestyle Close to Nature

Living here asks us to bring patience, compassion, and adaptability — for ourselves, for our neighbors, for our homes, and for the land. There will be moments when things feel imperfect: a path stone may break, bamboo may need repair, drains need fixing, or the living water system may need some improvements. These aren’t inconveniences; they are invitations to reconnect with the natural cycles of growth, change, and renewal.

Before joining, we encourage potential owners ][] to reflect honestly:
• Are the challenges of communal and ecological living meaningful for you right now?
• Are you ready to engage with change as part of the experience, not separate from it?

There is no right or wrong answer, and there’s no judgment if now isn’t the right time. What matters most is entering this community with clarity, curiosity, and courage to embrace its rhythms.

Raising Children in Community

One of the greatest gifts of life in Sibang Eco Village is watching children grow up deeply connected to nature and supported by a wider community of trusted adults and peers. Kids roam freely between homes, explore gardens and paths, and build lasting friendships just steps from their front doors.

At the same time, communal living brings shared responsibility. Families here come from all over the world, bringing diverse cultures, parenting styles, and expectations. Children’s personalities, preferences, and friendships shift and evolve each school year — and part of living here is helping them navigate these changing dynamics with empathy, openness, and resilience.

Parenting in this environment invites collaboration: families communicate regularly, share boundaries clearly, and approach challenges together. By supporting one another as diverse parents, we create a safe, nurturing environment where children flourish — and where adults build trusting, respectful relationships too.

Neighbourly Connections That Matter

One of the rare gifts of Sibang Eco Village is the depth of connection you can create with your neighbors. This is the kind of place where:

• You might wander over to a friend’s home in your pajamas for a late-night chat or glass of wine.

• You can knock on a neighbor’s door when you need a hug, a laugh, or a listening ear.

• When you’re sick, someone will happily drop off soup at your door.

• When your hot water heater fails mid-shower, you’ll find someone nearby ready to help — towel, shampoo, and all.

Life here flows naturally between homes, inviting closeness and generosity. While you may not always have absolute privacy, you gain something extraordinary in return: neighborly connections that are increasingly rare in today’s world. Living here means learning to balance community and personal space — knowing when to lean on others, when to open your door, and when to give that same support in return.

An Invitation

Sibang Eco Village is for those who are drawn to:

• Living lightly on the Earth

• Sharing knowledge, creativity, and resources

• Building meaningful connections with neighbors

• Welcoming the beauty and quirks of jungle living

• Being part of a vibrant, collaborative community