Come Build a Home With Me 🌿

A beautiful three-bed home in Nailsworth, light-filled and peaceful, with countryside walks from the door and an easy stroll into town.

There’s a generous living space, a large south facing garden, and two rooms available now.

Move-in: anytime from now to the 23rd November.

Rent: £550 - £750 pcm including bills

I’m Martin, an Alexander Technique and pain-management coach who blends movement, mindfulness, and psychology. I’m also an occasional careers adviser for 80000 Hours.
I value calm, thoughtful spaces, enjoy good conversation, and like homes that balance warmth with stillness.

I came to Stroud to be with my partner, we've now separated (she moved out Friday) and that's why I'm renting out this room for a month before the lease is up.

It's fine if you just want the room for a month only. Though what I'm really looking for is to use this time to test out whether we want to live together in the new year.

What I Want Long Term

I want to create a warm, intentional home in the Stroud valley — a place where wellbeing, curiosity, and community come together.

This isn’t just about sharing rent; it’s about sharing life.

I’d love to cook together sometimes, have honest conversations, celebrate the seasons, and build a space that feels supportive, nourishing, and real.

You Might Be a Good Fit For This Long Term Plan If

- You resonate with the vision and values below
- You’re vegan / vegetarian (or happy for the house food to be)
- You can afford around £400-600 pcm including bills
- You’re open to living intentionally
- You don’t have pets (the landlord’s dog next door is a bit old and can’t handle it)

Couples are welcome to apply

If you’re interested, send a message to express interest - even if you’re unsure. Worst case, we have a cup of tea and see how it feels.

My Vision and Values

Spaciousness
I want a space where everyone can relax, regulate, and have fun.

Ways I imagine creating this:
- Keeping the home calm, light, and uncluttered
- Enjoying time in the garden or quiet shared meals
- Agreeing simple systems for cleaning, cooking, and shared costs
- Possibly hiring a cleaner for communal areas

Commitment to Connection

I care about the wellbeing of the people I live with. I value open communication, kindness, and respect for boundaries.
In practice:
- Weekly or fortnightly shared dinners or check-ins
- Practising compassionate communication (NVC, Circling, - mindfulness)
- Seeing community living as something we all learn and refine
- Occasional shared outings or creative evenings

Community Leadership

I enjoy being part of the wider Stroud and Nailsworth network of good people.

I’d like the house to be a welcoming place for small gatherings or shared meals that connect us with our wider community.

About Me

I’m Martin, an Alexander Technique and pain-management coach who blends movement, mindfulness, and psychology. I’m also an occasional careers adviser for 80000 Hours.
I value calm, thoughtful spaces, enjoy good conversation, and like homes that balance warmth with stillness.

Questions Before You Apply
Please include answers when you message:
What, if anything, do you want from an intentional group house?
(Just name the most important things.)

Do you meet these criteria?
- You can move in soon to the current place
☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ Other
- You're looking for an intentional house share for 2026
☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ Other
- You resonate with the vision and values above
- You can afford it
- Do you already know me (Martin)?
☐ Yes ☐ No
- If we don’t end up living together, would you like me to connect you with others looking for a similar intentional home?
☐ Yes ☐ No
- Anything else I should know?
(About you, your routines, hopes for the house, pets, etc.)