9Kick-Off: 2029–2030
Locations: Menorca (Mao/San Lluis) and/or South Africa (Plettenberg Bay), possibly elsewhere
Vision & Goal
The Alive-Village Camp is a place of peace and strength, open to everyone seeking rest and inspiration—without dogmatic guidelines or obligations. A sustainable project that combines closeness to nature, community, and individual development
Offers & Target Audience
- Relaxation & Nature: A retreat for those in need of a break
- Creativity & Self-Expression: Space for art, dance, music, writing
- Sports & Movement: Cycling, hiking, swimming, yoga, meditation, massage, etc.
- Seminars & Workshops: Available for Advaita, meditation, yoga, dance, art, sports, and more
- Timeout Program: For individuals seeking a longer break (up to 6 months)
Location & Infrastructure
- Land area of approximately 3 to 10 hectares
- Accommodation: A main house with group spaces and several tiny houses, apartments, and group lodgings
- Seminar & Sports Facilities: Yoga rooms, movement spaces, meditation areas
- Leisure Activities: Swimming pool, hiking trails, cycling routes
- Sustainable Production: Aloe Vera, Rooibos/Honeybush tea, sustainable natural products, fashion, etc.
- Social Integration: Possible cooperation with nearby senior living facilities
Operation & Organization
- Most services provided by local professionals
- Open to closed groups and external seminar leaders
- At both mentioned locations, I know good architects
- Languages spoken on-site: German, French, English, Spanish, Afrikaans
Project Management & Expertise
Reto brings extensive experience:
- Certified hotelier & care home manager with international professional background
- Certified quality manager and marketing planner
- Expertise in project management for large Swiss enterprises
- Specialist in assisted living, social work, and second labor markets
- Management of a social enterprise with 200 employees & 1,550 clients
Financing & Investment Opportunities
The project seeks start-up capital of 2 to 4 million CHF/Euro/£/$, which can be secured in various ways. Reto can contribute some personal capital. Participation options include:
- Direct company investment
- Sustainability certificates
- Alternative financing models (rent as a % of revenue)
- The property can remain in the buyer’s portfolio (in this case, a fixed operating period with extension options must be established)
One thing is clear: The business will be run according to Reto’s understanding of hospitality and gastronomy, a field he has known for over 40 years
Support & Contact
Beyond financing, we are also looking for dedicated people who want to contribute. If you would like to support this project, please contact us via email:
retoschaffer@yahoo.co.uk or reto.schaffer@pearlgreen.ch
Alive-Village Camp – Simply a Place to Be.