This is my very first post here, and I'm not much on forums, but decided to sign up to this one since I'm considering an ecovillage type project in Puerto Rico. Or just a few people sharing resources, etc.
Puerto Rico actually sounds like a good spot to me. Many rural plats far away from people and the beach isn't far off. Neither is civilization, when needed, and it's always needed. New solar panels, pumps etc. Most people speak English, no passport needed so easy to bring others, a large port region and relatively affordable lands with an international Airport or two. And none of the requisite vetting needed like moving to Mex, Panama, or any other country for that matter.
Now I have already heard some of the complaints of those nearest me, but they don't know real estate as I do, or have the inside Intel I resource. PR is wholly under rated IMHO. Fertile grounds for year round growing and abundant fresh water sources.
Vieques is even cooler; more remote but also more $$ and goods and services must be procured from the mainland PR, which requires a decent boat or small aircraft.
Also, there are a number of hotels on large acreage from 4-25+ acres currently for sale on the island ranging from $1.5M to $5M. This is an amazing opportunity for the right group, even a 501.3.c charity. Several have a number of free standing cottages offering privacy and a lot of charm.
Check realtor.com, zillow and commercial re for sale. There's even a very cool multi unti hotel on Vieques with ocean views, lots of land and oozing with charm and tranquility.
Let me know what you think. I'm tough skinned. Already been skewered here by people who seem to have no idea what's going down in the US. And when I say down? I have chosen my words intentionally.
Cheers,
Jane
