The tiny community of Coslor Cove in northern Navajo County is just east of the tiny town of Snowflake in Arizona – about a three hour drive to the nearest big city of Phoenix. This 1,300-acre commune wants to remain off the grid, with eventually all 200 of its residents participating in garden-farming toward its goal of self-sustainability.
Coslor Cove was set up by Philip Gleason in order to reduce the costs of living and stress of daily life. It is still in its infancy and is seeking people who are looking to live off-grid to pay $25,000 to secure a two-acre lot. Those living off the land will also be able to grow food to be sold at a co-op store on site or through commercial channels.
The settlement sits directly above the Coconino Aquifer – which is the largest in the state. It means there is plenty of water below ground, but new owners will need to build a well with storage tanks, a septic system, and solar power system. Each resident must agree to build a passive-solar home, barn or shop and a greenhouse.
Some buildings have already been constructed together with some basic solar panels and water storage tanks. The community is connected digitally through Starlink satellite Internet, which the community has installed.
‘This is not a political or religious statement, we’re just helping people achieve greater self-reliance through off-grid living,’ the founders state. ‘Our Arizona off-grid living community allows the self-reliant type to create a prosperous garden-farm homestead. Coslor Cove is the perfect setting for those who desire a life less ordinary, blending the tranquility of nature with the freedom of self-reliance.’
Community members will have access to the co-op’s shared tools and equipment rentals in order to build and then farm their own piece of paradise. But all those who decide to live in Coslor Cove will enjoy co-ownership of all 1,298 acres together with a community greenhouse.
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