Live-in

Live-in Residents at Wild Ivy

Wild Ivy secures half the building — five rooms, zendo, patio, and kitchen — year-round at low cost (from €15/day) for longer stays of 30 days or more through the Wild Ivy Residents system - our effort to nurture community field of practice and economic accessibility. Residencies are open by application/recommendation and require psychological maturity, economic self-sustainability and commitment to nurture an ongoing practice.

Resident Profile

Experience: Minimum 3+ years of meditation practice, strong self-practice commitment, relational maturity.

Qualities:

Willingness to uphold a self-directed practice
Capacity for self-regulation and relational presence
Readiness to learn the form of the retreat place
Commitment to inner transformation and growth

Not suitable for: Individuals in acute psychological distress without ongoing support or those seeking therapeutic intervention.

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Practice Structure

Residency supports a flexible but committed daily rhythm, grounded in self-directed practice. Core elements provide structure, while optional practices allow space for personal expression and integration.

Suggested Core Practices:

Structured / integral meditation (min. 3 h/day)
Embodiment practices (e.g. yoga, breathwork)
Samu (mindful community work as practice)
Nature walks and connection with the land

Optional Elements:

Participation in online/hybrid retreats
Creative practices (writing, visual art, silence)
Journaling, self-inquiry, study, facilitated dialogue

Practice Design

Space Agreements

Residency is designed to support deep, self-directed practice within a shared environment. The following are key expectations around time, cost, and shared space:

Residency Length: Minimum 1 month
Contribution: Tiered pricing based on room type and financial capacity
Accessibility: Work exchange options available for low-income applicants
Space Use: Shared areas held in co-responsibility w/ clear agreements around cleanliness, quiet, etc.
Sustainability: Leave no trace; uphold simple house guidelines to support future residents access

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HOW IT WORKS

Verify It's For You

The Wild Ivy Residencies are designed for committed practitioners ready for focused, longer retreats (30+ days). It’s not suited for casual visits; members agree to uphold community values and maintain a quiet environment.

If you prefer private stay, books it here.

Apply, Interview, Join

Submit an application and participate in a short interview with our team to ensure mutual alignment with Wild Ivy’s ethos and expectations. Together, we’ll plan your stay, discuss logistics, and confirm availability. Please read the terms below and if interested, write us.

Design Your Practice

Work with our team to clarify your practice goals and structure your retreat to best support your personal growth. This includes access to on site instruction resources, optional coaching, and regular check-ins to help you stay grounded and on track during your stay.

Residency terms

Before applying, explore whether the residency aligns with your experience, practice style, and capacity to live and practice in shared contemplative space. These three areas help clarify fit: resident profile, practice structure, and logistical agreements. Residents have access to lower stay rates as well as practice design / review support from our team. The rates are scaled down from private bookings and decrease further proportionally to the length of stay.

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