Bring Your Clan: Making the Dream of Living with Your Friends a Reality

Created by, Lucas. Written by, Chat GPT.

The Big Dream

Many people say, “I’ve always dreamed of buying land with my friends or family so we could live close to each other.” It’s a romantic vision — but in reality, making that happen in most places is tricky. Shared deeds, multiple septic approvals, driveway permits, and tangled ownership arrangements can turn the dream into a logistical nightmare.

Here at Adventure Trail, there’s a simple way to make it happen. Everyone can own their own affordable lot, yet still be side-by-side or within walking distance, without dealing with messy co-ownership arrangements.

Why It’s Hard Elsewhere

When you try to create a shared property elsewhere, you run into: - Multiple names on the same deed and the legal headaches that come with it. - Financing challenges. - Questions about whether multiple dwellings can share septic and water systems. - Driveway access permits and highway entry restrictions. Many dream plans collapse before the first shovel hits the dirt.

The Adventure Trail Solution

Here, each person buys their own property outright. You can still pick lots next to each other or in the same section of the neighborhood. Every lot already has water, sewer, and electric, removing the biggest roadblocks to building. And it works whether everyone has the same budget or some contribute more than others.

Real Stories from the Neighborhood

Tim & Mike – Best friends who owned side-by-side lots, spent weekends together, lit campfires, and brought their families out to enjoy the lake life. Even though Mike passed away and Tim moved on, their weekends showed how fulfilling this lifestyle can be.

The “Clan” Around the Corner – A multi-family group from Waterville, Maine: father, son, daughter-in-law, sister-in-law, brother, and mother all living within close reach. Side note: this was especially wild for me because Waterville is just 20 minutes from where I’m from, and one of my friends here is technically from Waterville too — a crazy coincidence. They’ve shared holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas with neighbors and friends, blending family and community seamlessly.

How It Feels in Practice

It’s more than just living near each other — it’s regular hangouts, group dinners, campfires, and spontaneous get-togethers. Visiting a neighbor feels like a mini vacation, and having people you know and trust nearby brings a strong sense of comfort and security.

Why It Works Here

• Affordable lots that fit most budgets.

• Utility-ready sites that remove the toughest building hurdles.

• No complicated co-ownership agreements.

• Freedom to create your own unique space while being part of a close-knit group.

Your Turn to Bring Your People

If you’ve ever talked about living near your friends or family, this is where it can finally happen. You bring the people — Adventure Trail provides the setup. Start planning your “clan cluster” now, before the best spots are gone.