We need to tell you something about this place. When we first drove up the winding road to Casa Sumapaz, our kids were asleep in the back seat, we were exhausted from months of planning, and we had no idea if any of this would actually work.
Then the fog cleared, and we saw the mountains. And within two days, our daughter was collecting bugs with kids she'd just met, our toddler had three new "aunties" among the other parents, and we sat down to a dinner we'd cooked together with families from five different countries. Nobody was performing "community." It was just happening.
That's what Casa Sumapaz does. The altitude slows you down. The shared meals pull you together. The mornings start with birdsong and kids' laughter outside your window. And somewhere around week two, you stop keeping track of the days because the rhythm just... works.
We're not going to pretend every moment is perfect. Some mornings are hard. Some kids clash. Some parents need more quiet than others. But that's exactly what makes this real. We've designed the structure to hold all of it: the beauty and the mess.
If you've been thinking about doing something like this but aren't sure it's the right time, or the right place, or if your family is "the type": we didn't think we were either. Come anyway.
With love from the mountains,
Lauren & Tiago
Lauren and Tiago are the co-founders of Cohli and parents of two (Maya, 5, and Koa, 3). They've lived and traveled through 30+ countries and have been designing family coliving experiences since 2024.
Casa Sumapaz sits at 2,600 meters in the Colombian Andes, surrounded by cloud forest and farmland. It's a working estate that's been transformed into a family gathering place: private rooms, shared kitchens, gardens where kids disappear for hours, and the kind of silence that makes you remember what calm feels like.
Private rooms for each family with ensuite or shared bathrooms. Bedding and linens provided. Each room fits 2-4 people comfortably. Common living areas, a library nook, and outdoor seating throughout the property.
1.5 hours from Bogota by car. The region is known for its biodiversity, coffee farms, and hiking trails. Weekend excursions include Sumapaz Paramo (the world's largest high-altitude ecosystem), local markets, and hot springs.
We've designed this so you can focus on living, not logistics.
Your own space to retreat to. Beds, storage, and quiet when you need it.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner prepared communally. Local ingredients, rotating cooking crews.
Daily learning circles, nature education, project-based activities. Adapted by age group.
Dedicated desks, 50+ Mbps internet, power outlets. Work while kids are in activities.
Guided trips to Sumapaz Paramo, local farms, hot springs, and Bogota cultural visits.
Weekly parent circles, skill-shares, family game nights, and facilitated conversations.
Flights to Bogota · Airport transfer (~$30 each way) · Personal travel insurance · Visa fees (if applicable) · Personal expenses · Laundry service
There's a rhythm, not a rigid schedule. Some days flow differently. This is the shape of a typical midweek day.
Coffee's on. Fresh fruit and arepas on the counter. Some families eat early, others drift in. No rush.
Kids gather by age: little ones with sensory and nature play, older ones mapping the cloud forest ecosystem or writing field journals.
Trail walk with a local guide, garden harvesting, or creek play. The property has enough space that kids roam freely.
Today's crew made sancocho and fresh juice. Everyone eats together at the long table overlooking the valley.
Quiet hour. Younger kids nap. Older kids play board games or draw. Some parents sneak in a chapter of their book.
Coworking space opens for focused work. Kids have supervised free play, craft stations, and outdoor games.
Today: a local potter teaches coil technique. Tomorrow: yoga for the whole family. Friday: parent skill-share night.
Shared dinner. Kids play until bedtime. Parents gather around the fire pit with wine and conversation that goes deeper than small talk.
Here's exactly what you'll pay and what's included. We believe in clarity.
Casa Sumapaz hosted 8 families in our first-ever cohort. Here's what they said.
El Dorado International (BOG), Bogota. Major airlines fly direct from US, Europe, and Latin America.
1.5 hour drive from Bogota. We can arrange shared transport (~$30/family each way) or you can rent a car.
Most nationalities get 90 days visa-free. We'll share specific guidance for your nationality after acceptance.
We don't just organize cohorts. We live them. Our family will be at Casa Sumapaz with yours.
We've been traveling with our two kids, Maya and Koa, since 2022. We started Cohli because we kept finding amazing families on the road who were all looking for the same thing: real community. We'll be at every shared meal, every morning circle, and probably staying up too late at the fire pit.
The Casa Sumapaz team knows the mountains, the trails, the farmers, and the best arepas within a 30km radius. They handle logistics, maintenance, and local experiences so you can focus on being present. Colombian hospitality is no joke.
Practical tips from families who've done this cohort before.
Tell us about your family. The application takes about 10 minutes. We'll be in touch within a week.
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