08/09/2026
WHERE AM I IN THE PLANNING PROCESS? Actively seeking like-minded, entrepreneurial, socially conscious women to help build and eventually live in a nature-based intentional community. This is more than just a housing opportunity—it's a chance to help create something meaningful and sustainable. Applicants must be able to pass a background and credit check. Key Details & Policies Location: Southeast Minnesota, approximately 25 miles from the Mayo Clinic and 22 miles from the Rochester International Airport. Housing Model: Co-Living / Tiny Home Community / Intentional Community BUY-IN / Rent / Investment Needed: To be determined. Multiple opportunities may be available, including year-round or seasonal living arrangements. Lease Term: Long-term preferred. What makes this a great idea and what is your personal motivation? I am the steward of Whispering Winds Retreat, a beautiful 3-acre nature-based holistic healing retreat. For the past 10 years, I've successfully operated three glamping pods as an Airbnb Superhost, earning nearly 700 five-star reviews. The seasonal rental income currently covers the property's operating expenses. At 71 years old, I'm looking for partners who share my passion for community, sustainability, and creating something that will continue long into the future. My vision is to expand this retreat into a larger intentional tiny home community where women can live, work together, and support one another while helping grow the retreat and related educational and business opportunities. Politics/Religion: Socially conscious and community-minded. Diet Preferences: Mostly organic lifestyle encouraged. Smoking: 420 friendly. Illegal Drugs: Not permitted. Pets: To be discussed. Property Description The Property as a Whole Whispering Winds Retreat is a peaceful 3-acre property featuring: Beautiful mature trees and landscaped garden rooms Permaculture gardens and a developing food forest Mostly organic growing practices Pasture areas with horses and poultry A stocked trout stream bordering the property Woods surrounding three sides of the land Located just two blocks from downtown in a welcoming community of approximately 2,500 residents Within one square mile you'll find grocery stores, a medical clinic, pharmacy, restaurants, and other everyday conveniences. The Private Space There are currently 2-5 living spaces that may be available for year-round or seasonal occupancy, with future plans to develop additional tiny homes as the community grows. Shared Communal Spaces Residents would enjoy the retreat grounds, gardens, walking areas, shared gathering spaces, educational activities, and opportunities to help develop future community spaces. Additional Information Specifics & Interests: Holistic healing Gardening and permaculture Sustainable living Community building Entrepreneurship Educational nonprofit development Hospitality Nature and wellness I also operate a small retail store with significant growth potential and envision expanding both the educational and business aspects of the retreat. Personality: Visionary, entrepreneurial, community-focused, hardworking, nature-loving, and passionate about creating a place where people can truly belong. Who I'm Looking For: Responsible, committed women who are willing to contribute leadership, ideas, energy, and sincere effort toward building a thriving intentional community. This is an opportunity for women who want to help create something meaningful—not simply rent a place to live. How should interested ladies contact you? Please comment below or send me a private message if you're interested in learning more. Website: whisperingwindsretreat.com Are you passionate about creating community? If you're looking for more than just housing—if you're searching for purpose, connection, and the opportunity to help build an intentional community from the ground up—I would love to hear from you!
