Coliving Semkovo

Toby Urff

Jul 7, 2025

★★★★★

I'm proud to own one of the apartments and have followed the project from the start. It seemed crazy to invest my money into something that only existed on paper at the time! Now that my place is fully renovated and I've spent a few nights with about 40 other owners, I absolutely love it! The renovated unit is high quality, the communal areas are lovely already (though there's still some construction going on), and the other owners are such a friendly, diverse bunch from all over. Even though at any given point in the future many will be nomads renting, I've had an amazing time with this owner group and felt a true sense of community. I’m more certain than ever that this feels like home the moment you arrive for anyone who's staying for a week or a year in the future!

Owena Cleary

Apr 18, 2025

★★★★★

George comments are a bit silly aren't they. It's very clear that the hotel is in the middle of nowhere and there is no way you could spend money to fix it up to do nothing. I think the idea of the digital nomads, bringing money into the area and bringing available skilled people to spend money in bulgaria is genius and actually very beneficial to the people of bulgaria.. some people........

Pavel Zhelyazkov

Mar 8, 2025

★★★★★

Great project! Looking forward to its opening

Viktor Bilyanski

Feb 10, 2025

★★★★★

Matthias and the team and doing great job!

Donchev Air View

Jan 14, 2025

★★★★★

This is the bitcoin of 2024-2025

Nasko Georgiev

Dec 29, 2024

★★★★★

Super gut Echte gute Team ! 👍

Nico Bijl

Feb 8, 2024

★★★★★

From the moment I arrived at Coliving Semkovo, I knew it was a place where innovation meets tranquility. Set against the idyllic backdrop of Bulgaria's Rila Mountains, this coliving space offers the perfect balance of work and leisure, tailored for those who embrace the future of remote work. The community is diverse and vibrant, with residents hailing from all corners of the globe, creating an enriching environment for networking and collaboration. The living spaces are modern, comfortable, and designed to foster productivity and creativity. The amenities in this coliving facility are second to none – from the fully-equipped coworking areas and conference rooms that cater to all professional needs, to the pool, sauna, and gym for when it’s time to unwind. Not to mention, the ski rental and storage for winter sport enthusiasts is a major plus.

Kocan96 Nikolov

Jan 29, 2024

★★★☆☆

Хубава е идеята но ги чака много работа.Успех.

Adriana Selleri Rocha

Sep 19, 2023

★★★★★

An incredible project putting together people from many different nationalities and different backgrounds to build a community of digital nomads in the beautiful mountains of Semkovo. Looking forward to see it running and becoming one of the best Coliving options in the world.

Andreas Schroth

Aug 5, 2023

★★★★★

A beautiful and quiet apartment complex surrounded by forests and mountains - the place to be for digital nomads.

Oleg Britanishskii

Jul 9, 2023

★★★★★

The place is amazing! This is the most beautiful mountain in Bulgaria in my opinion! The location and the building itself are simply incredible!! The guy who organizes all is a very nice and devoted German man who lives in Bulgaria for a long time! Definitely recommended!! Thousands of stars not only 5)

Диана Махортова

Jul 9, 2023

★★★★★

Amazing place, amazing project! Nature in Bulgaria is something special. Looking forward to the opening and highly recommend to others to visit this place.

Freddy Naime

Jul 9, 2023

★★★★★

This is an amazing project with a great coliving goal. Very exciting to see and beautiful site.

Marc Rizkallah

Jul 8, 2023

★★★★★

Curious to see whether a multicultural mix of people from different backgrounds and histories can come together to successfully foster a truly inclusive community culture which delivers genuine value based on our shared humanity, respect for pristine nature and engagement with the local population -- rather than pure profit.

K. Russell

Jul 8, 2023

★★★★★

A truly unique and exciting project! What could be more ecologically sound than repurposing and breathing new life into a magnificent yet defunct Soviet-era hotel nestled in the stunning natural beauty of the Rila mountains? 200+ individuals from all over the world and all walks of life are coming together with a shared purpose: to make their dream of a cooperative Digital Nomad community a reality. This is the vision of the Coliving Semkovo community. I'm delighted to be an early backer.

Tomas Gurvicius

Jul 8, 2023

★★★★★

I'm a proud early backer of Matthias initiative to turn this magnificent abandoned building into something truly unique and amazing. Over 2 years I've observed how much thought and effort was put into creating a community owned co-living. It's an innovative and courageous vision, demanding unseen amounts of patience and perseverance. After visiting the building during the backers summit over a long weekend full of discussions and presentations, it became obvious that if somebody can create a 200 apartment co-owned community and do it fully transparently, without bending any laws, and make it sustainable - it's the one and only, Matthias. Only he can genuinely pull it off while answering all the questions and, actually, encouraging the backers/investors to discuss and vote on all the related aspects of this project. I appreciate that community input is really encouraged and everyone has a meaningful say. The assumptions are constantly challenged and problem solving mentality is nourished. Coliving Semkovo has my trust and today I've bought an apartment in the biggest rural coliving in the world! Excited to be part of the history.

Walter Comper

Jul 8, 2023

★★★★★

Ein sehr interessantes Projekt mitten in der fantastischen Natur Bulgariens. Durch die Straße, die gerade ausgebaut wird, ist Bansko - eine Hochburg für Digitale Nomaden - in etwa 40 Minuten zu erreichen. Das Projekt ist auf Eigennutzung, Vermietung oder eine Mischung daraus angelegt. Ideal, wenn man eine preisgünstige Heimatbasis in einem steuerlich günstigen Land sucht oder einfach in ein Projekt mit Zukunft investieren möchte. Im Vergleich zu vielen neueren Apartment-Objekten in Bulgarien ist die Substanz sehr solide (Decken aus 25 cm Beton, schallisolierte Wände) und mit dem Kauf eines Apartments erwirbt man gleichzeitigen einen Anteil an dem gesamten Gebäude. Das erhöht die Rechtssicherheit. Auch das ist in bulgarischen Apartmentblöcken nicht immer gegeben.

maxXdmg

Jul 8, 2023

★★★★★

A bold and visionary project that revives an abandoned magnificent building from the 1980s, evolving a past rooted in 'communism' into a future built around 'community'.

Sean Redmond

Jul 8, 2023

★★★★★

Coliving Semkovo is a remarkable venture that has gained significant attention worldwide and is undoubtedly putting Bulgaria on the map as a hub for attracting top-notch talent and expertise. This visionary project stands out for its commitment to providing social good and revolutionizing society through innovative means. One of the most commendable aspects of Coliving Semkovo is its unwavering dedication to creating a thriving community of individuals who are driven by excellence and have a strong desire to make a positive impact. By bringing together like-minded individuals from diverse backgrounds, the project fosters collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the development of groundbreaking ideas. The emphasis on social good is truly inspiring. Coliving Semkovo recognizes that true success lies not only in individual achievements but in collective progress. By promoting an environment where residents are encouraged to contribute to the betterment of society, this project is helping to cultivate a generation of change-makers who are passionate about making a lasting difference. In terms of innovation, Coliving Semkovo sets a new standard. The project integrates state-of-the-art technologies, sustainable practices, and modern design to create a space that is both aesthetically pleasing and highly functional. The facilities and amenities will be unparalleled, ensuring that residents have everything they need to live comfortably and focus on their respective pursuits. Furthermore, Coliving Semkovo's impact extends beyond its physical space. Through partnerships and collaborations with local organizations, educational institutions, and businesses, the project is actively involved in uplifting the surrounding community. This commitment to creating positive externalities demonstrates a genuine desire to contribute to the growth and prosperity of Bulgaria as a whole. In conclusion, Coliving Semkovo is a truly fantastic project that is putting Bulgaria on the global map in the realm of attracting talent and expertise. Its visionary approach, coupled with its focus on social good and innovation, sets it apart from other initiatives. By fostering a thriving community, promoting collaboration, and contributing to the betterment of society, Coliving Semkovo is making a lasting impact that will continue to shape the future.

Peter Weber-Becker

Jul 8, 2023

★★★★★

We're developing an incredible community living project by repurposing a stunning old hotel building. Our plan is to convert it into a coliving and coworking space with 200 apartment units, and each apartment owner will co-own a share in the co-op that operates and maintains the building. The expansive space offers fantastic amenities like a large pool, a beautiful backyard, a communal kitchen, and a spacious coworking area. People living or renting here can enjoy fun activities together, explore outdoor activities like skiing and hiking, and use the apartments as their home base while traveling. I can't wait to move in and make this a home base for many people!

John Boyes

Jul 8, 2023

★★★★★

I went to Semkovo to find out what Coliving Semkovo was all about, as it sounded intriguing. I was so impressed with the vision and concept that I decided to buy one of the apartments - I think it's a brilliant, forward-thinking concept, perfect for remote workers.

Ian C

Jul 6, 2023

★★★★★

Coliving Semkovo is putting Bulgaria on the map across the globe, and helping to attract high quality talent and expertise to Bulgaria. This is a fantastic, visionary project built on the values of providing social good and improving society through new, innovative ways.

George kebedjiev

Jul 4, 2023

★☆☆☆☆

Why this magnificent hotel build with state money and free people's labour during the socialist regime is now given to some german guy and his friends to sell it on pieces, room by room in order to make a good profit from that?!? Can I ask for what amount of money this hotel was acquired by this German and from whom? What a shame really. Calling it “co-living “or whatever doesn’t change the case that this is another perfect example of corruption in Bulgaria. What a shame really. Here we are dealing with moral dilemma that you should not make profit from something build from the people to be used for free by the people. You have created nothing to have the rights to sell it. Why don’t you try to build such a hotel from zero then sell it to third party calling it BTB or BTC and then put another fancy name. But nowadays obviously moral is some expensive unnecessary“thing” that can’t be sold.