Project A Quinta Santiago
Alentejo | Portugal
Project Santiago: Starting from a Blank Canvas by Rawness
Nestled in the rolling hills of Portugal’s Alentejo region, Project Santiago by Rawness begins as an 11-hectare site featuring historic ruins, remnants of traditional Portuguese farmhouses. This exceptional property, now available for development, has secured rare municipal approval to build extensively in a stunning landscape near a lake that provides ample water for our regenerative farm. Just under 30 minutes from the breathtaking Alentejo coastline, it offers the perfect blend of rural tranquility and access to coastal tourism activities.
2025 Visionary Project
Pioneering Regeneration from the Ground Up
2025 Visionary Project
Starting from this blank canvas, we envision transforming it into a pioneering regenerative retreat that embodies the principles and diversity of the regenerative movement. Our goal is to restore and enhance the land, foster biodiversity, and build resilient communities through innovative practices. By blending the site's authentic transitional architecture with regenerative design, this project will create a vibrant ecosystem where nature, wellness, and human connection thrive.
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We plan to fulfill this potential by developing:
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Five 190m² houses as six-person regenerative farmhouses with three bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms, rented as private stays.
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One 136m² house as a four-person regenerative farmhouse with two bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms, also for private rental.
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And one 426m² family house as a sixteen-person regenerative farmhouse with eight bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms, also for private rental.
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A 192m² community hub for immersive “Taste the Farm” events and workshops.
These 7 accommodations, along with a community building, offer 25 bedrooms and are therefore suitable for up to 50 people, making it ideal for organizing group activities in addition to individual rentals.
This level of building permission is rare in Alentejo, making Project Santiago a unique opportunity to pioneer regenerative hospitality.
Our Story
Pioneering Regeneration from the Ground Up
Project Santiago was born from a passion for the regenerative movement, which seeks to heal the land, revitalize ecosystems, and create abundance for all life. Currently, the site is an undeveloped 11-hectare terrain with two ruins, offering immense potential for rebirth. Driven by the need to address soil health, biodiversity, and community well-being, the Rawness team envisions integrating regenerative agriculture with hospitality and education. We plan to develop seven private regenerative farmhouses and a community hub for immersive “Taste the Farm” events and workshops.
Our approach will be multidimensional, showcasing the regenerative movement's potential to generate vitality and connection. Through collaborations with local artisans, educators, and community members, we aim to build an experience that invites people to engage deeply with regenerative living. This vision starts from zero, turning ruins into a thriving sanctuary that demonstrates what regeneration can achieve.
Restoring the Land
A Biodiverse Regenerative Farm in the Making
At the core of Project Santiago will be our regenerative farm, designed to nurture the Alentejo landscape back to health from its current state of untapped potential. We intend to surround each farmhouse with biodiverse gardens, providing a seasonal abundance of nutrient-rich, organic produce year-round for our guests. The farm will supply fresh, regenerative foods to approximately 200 local residents and nearby restaurants, creating a shared palette of flavors that celebrates the region's natural bounty.
Beginning with the site's two ruins and open land, we plan to plant diverse crops, fruit trees, and native species to build a resilient, polycultural system. By working with natural processes and avoiding synthetic inputs, we will enhance soil fertility, support pollinators, and promote ecological balance, allowing the land to regenerate and flourish. This transformation will turn a dormant terrain into a model of regenerative abundance, meaning a healthier ecosystem that benefits the local environment and economy.
Radical Diversity in Action
A Multifaceted Regenerative Experience to Come
Project Santiago will embrace radical diversity as a key pillar of the regenerative movement, diversity in ecosystems, experiences, and community interactions. Our farmhouses, available for families and groups, will offer regenerative retreats with wellness amenities that reconnect guests to the rhythms of the Earth. The family house will also be used as a boutique hotel, serving as a regenerative bed-and-breakfast, and will welcome solo travelers and couples to immerse themselves in this way of life.
The community hub will be a dynamic space for retreats, workshops, and wellness events, with educational programs on regenerative agriculture, permaculture, and holistic practices. We will inspire the next generation through free farm tours and “Taste the Farm” lunches for local schoolchildren, introducing them to the joys of regenerative food systems and how healthy, organic food grows.
A Space for Connection and Growth
Project Santiago will be a living embodiment of the regenerative movement: a place where people can reconnect with the land, each other, and the broader web of life. We will cultivate a culture of care, reciprocity, and resilience, inspired by indigenous knowledge and global regenerative practices. Through food events, experiential programs, and by working together with partners providing programs for personal development, we will open our doors to a wide audience, inviting them to participate in and learn from regenerative living.
Building a Regenerative Movement
We need more entrepreneurs entering the game of regeneration, so Project Santiago offers a three-month residency program in the slow season, where talented young entrepreneurs, farmers, artists, and chefs stay at Project Santiago to learn everything about regeneration and reconnect with the land, co-create, and work on their own projects and businesses.
Examples in Alentejo, Portugal
Below are a few examples of projects that we find inspiring and that sketch a picture of what is happening in the beautiful Alentejo regarding hospitality and regenerative farming projects.
Helder Farm Studios
Helder Farm Studios is a private stay in southern Alentejo, focused on rest, reflection, and creativity. It offers simple, timeless spaces for a deep connection with the countryside, including culinary retreats and experiences in art and food, founded by Esmee and Laurens with backgrounds in photography, film, and hospitality.
Bode Country House
Bode Country House is a boutique hotel in the foothills of the historic village of Monsanto in Alentejo, combining timeless elegance with rustic simplicity. It emphasizes understated luxury and an artistic, historical ambiance, focusing on the connection between past and present, inspired by local goats and the regional character.
Is for sale 1,75 million
Casa da Volta
Casa da Volta is an exclusive private villa in Grândola, Alentejo, on 20 hectares surrounded by cork oaks and cows, 1.5 hours from Lisbon and 30 minutes from Atlantic beaches. It redefines rural living with contemporary design, aimed at isolation and memorable experiences that encourage guests to return.
Cucumbi
Cucumbi is a private stay in Alentejo with a strong connection to nature, including accommodations named after local animals, a saltwater pool, and activities like hiking, cooking, and harvesting. It emphasizes rest, wildlife observation, and pure air, with regenerative elements through community- and nature-oriented experiences.
Friends of a Farmer
Friends of a Farmer is a regenerative farm in Herdade do Meco, Alentejo, launched in 2021 as an initiative for slow living. It focuses on soil regeneration, seasonal organic products, workshops on soil health, guided harvests, and a farmers' market in Lisbon, with a community-supported approach for sustainable lifestyles. Friends of a Farmer is a Slowness initiative.
Created by Campo Culture
Monte Silveira farm
Spanning over 700 hectares, Monte Silveira is not just a homestead, but a living example of the profound connection between man and the natural world. Practising organic certified farming since 1999, Monte Silveira has been on a continuous journey of evolution, driven by a solid commitment to soil care, promotion of biodiversity and ecosystem regeneration.
Also named in Top 50 Farmers
Casa no Tempo
Casa no Tempo is a private stay in Alentejo near Montemor-o-Novo, part of Herdade no Tempo, with four suites, a large pool, and a modern kitchen. Restored by architect Manuel Aires Mateus, it connects family heritage with regenerative agriculture, delivering exceptional products and exclusive bookings for up to 8 guests.
Terramay
Terramay is a regenerative farm on the banks of Alqueva in Alentejo, focused on soil health, food awareness, and combating desertification. It produces organic products without GMOs and offers workshops, retreats, horseback riding, picnics, and sustainable gastronomy through restaurants like Raya and Pão & Pizza, with an emphasis on ecosystem regeneration and local culture.
The Lemon Lodge
The Lemon Lodge is a small-scale organic farmstead located between the mountains and beaches of the Algarve (bordering Alentejo), offering eco-friendly, off-grid accommodations like Ziggurat, Tikka, and Mogadazu for guests to disconnect and reconnect with nature. It emphasizes regenerative living through natural, sustainable stays with rustic interiors and valley views.
Is for sale 1,45 million
Project Santiago: Construction Costs and Rental Pricing Overview
Pioneering Regeneration from the Ground Up
To provide transparency for investors, below is a detailed overview of the estimated construction costs, projected rental prices, and profit projections for Project Santiago. These calculations are based on a €4,000 per m² cost for building, garden layout, and furnishing, plus the land allocation of €68,750 per accommodation (total land purchase of €550,000 divided by 8 accommodations). Rental prices are derived from the Rawness pricing formula, which targets a 5% ROI at 50% occupancy (26 weeks/year), with 50% of net profits allocated to investors, fixed edible garden costs (€35/person/week year-round), and operational costs at 55% of revenue. Seasonal pricing follows a fixed ratio: high season (base), mid season (80% of high), low season (60% of high), distributed over 9 high, 9 mid, and 8 low weeks.
The boutique hotel is treated as 8 individual studios (each assuming 2-person capacity for solo travelers or couples), with costs and revenues apportioned accordingly.
The Community Hub
The community hub serves as a versatile space for workshops, retreats, or partners offering personal development training, allowing them to utilize the facility for their programs while guests stay in our accommodations. When renting accommodations to groups for these purposes, we charge €100 per day per person for full board meals sourced from our regenerative farm, providing nutritious, farm-fresh dining experiences. We do not include this revenue in the current model, but it will be generated when renting out our total accommodations for these purposes, thus creating extra income.
Construction Costs Overview
This section breaks down the costs per accommodation and provides a project total. Costs include building, gardens, and furnishing at €4,000/m², plus land share.
Notes on Construction Costs:
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Total built area: 1,704 m² across all structures.
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Boutique hotel costs are apportioned per studio for clarity, but the hotel is developed as a single 426 m² building.
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These are estimates; actual costs may vary based on materials, permits, and market conditions.
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The land share ensures equitable distribution across all 8 accommodations (6 farmhouses + hotel + hub).
Rental Pricing Overview
Rental prices are calculated per rentable unit to achieve the target 5% ROI per accommodation (or per studio for the hotel) at 50% occupancy. Garden maintenance is €35/person/week (year-round), based on capacity (6-person, 4-person, or 2-person per studio). Prices are weekly rates.
Total Projected Annual Revenue (at 50% Occupancy): €1,625,200 (5 × €208,667 + 1 × €152,389 + 8 × €53,310).
Notes on Rental Pricing:
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Calculation Breakdown (example for 6-Person Farmhouse):
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Investment: €828,750 → Target ROI: €41,437.50 (5%).
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Net profit needed: €82,875 (investors get 50%).
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Garden costs: €35 × 6 × 52 = €10,920.
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Equation: Net Profit = Revenue × 0.45 - €10,920 → Revenue = (€82,875 + €10,920) / 0.45 ≈ €208,667.
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Weekly base: Distributed over 21 equivalent high weeks (9H + 9×0.8H + 8×0.6H = 21H) → High = €208,667 / 21 ≈ €9,937.
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Similar logic applies to other units, with hotel studios apportioned (total hotel revenue: €426,480; per studio as shown).
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The community hub supports events (e.g., workshops), which may contribute additional revenue not included here.
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Prices position Project Santiago as premium regenerative stays, funding ecosystem restoration and community programs. Actual rates may adjust based on market feedback.
Profit Projections at 50% Occupancy
To illustrate the potential returns, here's a breakdown of projected annual profits from accommodations only (excluding additional community hub or full board revenue for conservatism). This assumes the rental prices above and 50% occupancy.
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Annual Revenue: €1,625,200.
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Operational Costs: 55% of revenue = €893,860.
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Garden Costs (Fixed Year-Round): €91,000 (calculated as €35/person/week × total capacity × 52 weeks: 5×6-person = €54,600; 1×4-person = €7,280; 8×2-person = €29,120).
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Net Profit: €1,625,200 - €893,860 - €91,000 = €640,340.
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Profit Split (per Rawness model):
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50% to Investors (Dividends): €320,170 (representing the baseline 5% ROI on total project investment of €7,366,000, with upside potential at higher occupancy).
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50% to Reinvestment: €320,170 (allocated to regenerative projects, new stays, founders' compensation, and buyback reserve as per the hybrid model).
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These profits are conservative, focusing on accommodations. Additional income from full board meals (€100/day/person for groups up to 50) or community hub usage during events could contribute an extra €130,000+ per year at moderate utilization, further contributing to net profit by 20-50% and enhancing investor returns.
These profits are conservative, focusing on accommodations. Additional income from full board meals (€100/day/person for groups up to 50) or community hub usage during events could increase net profit depending on utilization, further enhancing investor returns.
This overview demonstrates the financial foundation of Project Santiago, balancing investor returns with regenerative impact.
Financial Projections for the Community Hub at Project Santiago
Starting from a Blank Canvas
The Community Hub at Project Santiago, located in Portugal's Alentejo region, operates as a "Taste the Farm" concept rather than a traditional restaurant. It hosts Farm-to-Table events, workshops, and serves as a daily market shop for farm products, while also functioning as a reception and immersion space for guests. This hub supports on-site guests, farm visitors, and the broader Project Santiago ecosystem, including farm box sales—all while advancing regenerative goals like land restoration and biodiversity through on-farm sourcing and practices. The Community Hub also serves as a versatile space for workshops, retreats, or partners offering personal development training, allowing them to utilize the facility for their programs while guests stay in our accommodations. When renting accommodations to groups for these purposes, we charge €100 per day per person for full board meals sourced from our regenerative farm, providing nutritious, farm-fresh dining experiences. The total investment for the Community Hub is €836,750.
Below is a projected annual financial overview based on the provided operational assumptions. These figures are estimates, with revenue presented net of VAT (excl. VAT) for clarity on taxable income. Seasonal variations or unforeseen expenses are not included. Additional costs (e.g., seeds, organic materials, utilities) are estimated at 15% of total revenue to account for Portugal's higher utility and input prices in regions like Alentejo, while reflecting the self-sourcing model. All calculations assume steady operations over 52 weeks, with revenue streams as outlined. The full board meal revenue assumes 5 weeks annually for 25 guests at €100 per person per day, contributing additional income that is conservatively estimated but expected to grow as group bookings increase. This contributes to Project Santiago's total projected revenue of €1,625,200 at 50% occupancy, enhancing the overall regenerative retreat model.
Note: These projections include core operations and the full board meal revenue but exclude additional income from other events, workshops, and retreats hosted at the Community Hub. These are viewed as supplementary income streams that will develop as Project Santiago grows and attracts more bookings from companies utilizing our multidimensional concept for activities like corporate retreats. These could significantly boost ROI as occupancy scales.
Annual Cost Breakdown
The Community Hub and farm are operated by a team of 5 full-time employees (comprising a mix of 3 chefs, 2 farmers, a farm box specialist, and a manager handling bookings and guest relations).
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The 3 chefs are responsible for organizing and executing Farm-to-Table events and Taste the Farm offerings, preserving and fermenting farm products into specialty items, conducting workshops, and assisting on the farm during peak periods.
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The farm box specialist handles packing farm boxes, managing orders, and transporting/delivering them.
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Employees receive a minimum of €20 net per hour, working 35 hours per week (1,820 hours annually per person).
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Net Annual Salary per Employee: €36,400 (€20 net/hour × 1,820 hours).
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Gross Annual Salary per Employee: Approximately €56,400 (calculated based on Portugal's employee deductions: ~11% social security + progressive income tax, assuming no dependents or additional allowances; effective deduction rate ~35.9% for mid-range salaries in 2025).
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Employer Social Security Contributions: 23.75% of gross salary (~€13,395 per employee).
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Total Annual Cost per Employee: €69,800 (gross salary + employer contributions).
Profit Projection
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Projected Annual Profit (Before Tax): Total Net Revenue - Total Costs = €572,842 - €434,926 = €137,916.
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Corporate Income Tax (CIT): At Portugal's mainland rate of 20% for 2025, applied to the €137,916 profit (assuming no additional surtaxes or deductions) = €27,583.
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Projected Annual Profit (After Tax): €137,916 - €27,583 = €110,333.
This net profit figure contributes to Project Santiago's overall financial model, where 50% of net profits are allocated to investors after operational costs.
VAT (IVA) Implications and Estimated Liability
To provide a complete picture, here's an overview of VAT collected and payable:
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Output VAT Collected: Based on gross revenue assumptions:
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Farm-to-Table: €22,434 (13% of €195,000 gross)
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Taste the Farm: €2,876 (13% of €25,000 gross)
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Daily Market: €6,679 (6% of €118,000 gross)
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Workshops: €2,301 (13% of €20,000 gross)
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Farm Boxes: €10,302 (6% of €182,000 gross)
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Full Board Meals: €11,375 (13% of €87,500 gross)
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Total Output VAT: €55,967
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Input VAT Deductible: Estimated at 15-20% on additional operational costs (€85,926), assuming mixed rates (e.g., 6-23% on supplies/utilities): ~€12,889-€17,185.
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Net VAT Payable Annually: €55,967 - €15,037 (midpoint estimate) = ~€40,930. This is a cash outflow to the government, typically remitted monthly or quarterly, and should be budgeted for working capital.
Compliance with Investor Obligations
The investment terms for regenerative projects like Project Santiago follow a hybrid profit allocation model:
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50% of net profits distributed as dividends to shareholders (investors holding Regenerative Impact Shares).
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The remaining 50% reinvested into regenerative initiatives, new developments, founders' compensation, and a buyback reserve (with specific phase-based allocations, e.g., in Years 1-5: 40% to regenerative projects, 40% to new stays, etc.).
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A targeted baseline ROI of 5% for investors, based on conservative assumptions like 50% occupancy in year 3 (post-renovation), potentially increasing to higher rates as occupancy grows to 80% by year 5.
For the Community Hub specifically (with a total investment of €836,750), the projected net profit of €110,333 allows for:
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50% allocation to investors as dividends: €55,167.
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This equates to an approximate ROI of 6.6% on the €836,750 investment (€55,167 / €836,750 ≈ 6.6%), which exceeds the baseline 5% target.
These projections assume steady operations and the revenue/cost estimates provided, aligning with the conservative growth model. The remaining 50% (€55,167) can be reinvested as per the phase guidelines, supporting ongoing regenerative efforts. Overall, this exceeds the outlined obligations, as it enables robust profit-sharing, delivers returns above the baseline, and funds regenerative goals.
Investment Model for Project Santiago
Investment Model for Project Santiago
Project Santiago follows the Rawness Regenerative Impact Shares model, designed to balance financial returns with regenerative impact. For full details on the global investment structure, visit our Invest page. Below is an overview tailored to this project, providing clarity on shares, ROI, and participation.
Key Investment Details
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Total Project Funding Needed: €7,366,000 (covering land purchase, construction, gardens, and furnishing, as detailed in the costs overview above).
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Regenerative Impact Shares: Each share is priced at €1,000, entitling investors to 50% of the project's profits. Based on total costs, we allocate approximately 7,366 shares to fully fund Project Santiago. This allows scalable participation while distributing risk.
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Projected ROI: Baseline of 5% annually, calculated at 50% occupancy in year 3 (post-renovation). With targeted 80% occupancy by year 5 and performance from the community hub driving higher event and workshop revenues, ROI could increase further. Returns are driven by rental revenues (as shown in the pricing overview) and additional income from events/workshops.
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Profit Sharing (Hybrid Model):
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50% of net profits distributed as dividends to shareholders.
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50% reinvested: In early phases (years 1-5), focused on regenerative enhancements (e.g., biodiverse gardens, water systems) and expansion; later phases prioritize new projects.
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Minimum Investment: €1,000 (1 share), making it accessible for a wide range of investors.
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Project Timeline and Returns: Year 1-2: Development and renovation (no rentals). Year 3+: Rentals start, with profits flowing to the Rawness holding company for distribution. Annual impact reports ensure transparency on financial and regenerative outcomes.
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How to Participate: Contact invest@rawness.world to reserve shares in Project Santiago. Shares contribute to the global Rawness portfolio, with local subsidiaries managing operations for tax efficiency.
Projected Revenue and Profit Breakdown
To provide greater transparency, below is a breakdown of projected annual revenue and profit for the key streams: rental of accommodations and the Community Hub. These projections are based on 50% occupancy for accommodations in year 3, with potential for growth. All figures are approximate and subject to actual performance. Projections account for corporate income tax at the local subsidiary level in Portugal (20% rate for 2025), ensuring tax efficiency. After local taxes, net profits flow to the Rawness holding company, where they are distributed to investors according to the profit-sharing model.
Rental of Accommodations
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Annual Revenue: €1,625,200 (at 50% occupancy, based on weekly rental rates across high, mid, and low seasons for farmhouses and boutique hotel studios).
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Total Costs: €984,860 (including 55% operational costs of €893,860 and fixed garden costs of €91,000).
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Net Profit Before Tax: €640,340.
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Corporate Income Tax: Approximately €128,068 (at Portugal's 20% rate).
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Net Profit After Tax: €512,272.
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Profit Split: 50% to investors (€256,136, contributing to the baseline ROI) and 50% to reinvestment (€256,136).
Community Hub (Taste the Farm Events, Workshops, Market, etc.)
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Annual Revenue: €572,842 (net of VAT; includes Farm-to-Table events €195,000, Taste the Farm €25,000, Daily Market €118,000, Workshops €20,000, Farm Boxes €182,000, and Full Board Meals €87,500).
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Total Costs: €434,926 (including staff costs for 5 employees at €349,000 and additional operational costs at 15% of revenue, €85,926).
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Net Profit Before Tax: €137,916.
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Corporate Income Tax: Approximately €27,583 (at Portugal's 20% rate).
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Net Profit After Tax: €110,333.
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Profit Split: 50% to investors (€55,167, enhancing overall project returns) and 50% to reinvestment (€55,167). This contributes to overall project returns, with performance enhancing event and workshop revenues.
Overall Projected ROI for Investors
Based on the projections above, the total annual dividends to investors (50% of net profits after tax from both streams) are approximately €311,303 (€256,136 from accommodations + €77,030 from Community Hub).
This results in an ROI of approximately 4.5% on the total investment of €7,366,000 in year 3 (at 50% occupancy). With additional revenue from full board meals (€130,000 gross, adding ~€13,000-€39,000 net after 10-30% margins and taxes, or €6,500-€19,500 to investor dividends) and higher occupancy rates (targeting 80% by year 5), the ROI is expected to reach or exceed the target baseline of 5%.
This model ensures that investments not only generate returns but also fund regenerative agriculture, biodiversity restoration, and community programs. The total investment of €7,366,000 and the performance of the community hub, which delivers results through engaging “Taste the Farm” events and workshops, align with our vision for a thriving Alentejo ecosystem, creating abundance and resilience for all stakeholders.
Our Partners: Elevating Regenerative Stays to Perfection
United Designers: Crafting a Regenerative Future for Project Santiago
A Vision for Regenerative Design
We are excited to collaborate with United Designers, a global collective of ecological designers and consultants dedicated to transforming our interaction with the land. Founded by Daniel Halsey and Weruschca Kirkegaard, United Designers International brings together a group of the world's best designers, united by a passion for creating resilient, nature-based solutions. Their mission is to raise the planet’s carrying capacity through regenerative design, ensuring abundant food production and ecological harmony in the face of climate change, politics, or extreme weather.
Innovative Approaches to Landscape Transformation
United Designers will craft a landscape masterplan for Project Santiago that aligns with our regenerative principles. Their approach starts with a profound understanding of the land, its resources, needs, and potential. By integrating advanced tools like GIS modeling, drone mapping, and soil health assessments, they ensure designs that enhance biodiversity, restore ecosystems, and promote long-term resilience. Their worldwide projects speak for themselves, showcasing a vast breadth of expertise across the regenerative space, from food forests to community-driven ecological systems.
Partnering for Impact and Accountability
What draws us to United Designers is their collaborative spirit, global perspective, and commitment to the regenerative movement. Their multicultural team, spanning languages and cultures, creates solutions tailored to each project's environmental and cultural context. As we embark on this partnership, we're inspired by their belief that the land shapes us, guiding Project Santiago toward a future where beauty, functionality, and nature coexist in harmony.
Partnering with Campo Culture for a Regenerative Future
Campo Culture | Andy Szymanowicz
Campo Culture, led by Andy Szymanowicz, is a visionary force in regenerative landscape design, poised to shape the future of Project Santiago in Portugal’s Alentejo region. With over 20 years of experience creating landscapes, farms, and gardens across Southern Europe, Andy and his team bring a profound commitment to healing the earth through innovative, regenerative practices. Their work, such as the transformative La Granja Ibiza, blends beauty, functionality, and ecological vitality, making them an ideal partner for Rawness’s mission to redefine hospitality and stewardship.
A Philosophy of Regeneration
Campo Culture’s approach is rooted in a powerful conviction: sustainability alone is no longer enough. As Andy puts it, “We have the tools and intuition to live in harmony with nature, tools that yield healthy plants and support thriving forests.” Their designs go beyond preservation, actively restoring soil health, promoting biodiversity, and creating resilient ecosystems. By focusing on small-scale, organic farming and polyculture systems, they produce seasonal, nutrient-rich crops without waste while fostering thriving habitats for pollinators and native species. Through workshops, courses, and community events in partnership with Friends of a Farmer in Setúbal, Portugal, a regenerative farm that is part of Slowness, Campo Culture builds bridges between people and the land, inspiring a shared commitment to a regenerative future.
Shaping Project Santiago’s Landscape
Campo Culture will collaborate on the implementation of Project Santiago’s landscape design, developed by United Designers, and serve as a sparring partner to ensure the design optimally applies regenerative principles. Andy and his team will be responsible for project management, implementation, installation, and training the local team, creating lush gardens around the regenerative farmhouses. These gardens will supply organic vegetables and fruits for guests, local communities, and restaurants, demonstrating how regenerative agriculture enhances biodiversity and contributes to a regenerative economic model.
A Partnership for a Thriving Future
Campo Culture’s expertise, creativity, and passion for regeneration make them a cornerstone of Rawness’s vision. Their ability to craft living systems that nurture both people and the planet aligns perfectly with our goal of creating a sanctuary where nature, wellness, and community converge. Together, we’re building a model of what’s possible when we work in harmony with the Earth.