Serenbe is different, he says. It’s not a commune, though community is a big part of why people move here. It’s not spiritual either: Its guiding principles are sustainability, wellness, and land conservation. And it’s not an elitist gated development such as the nearby, golf-oriented River Club. It’s more like a vibrant city neighborhood plopped into an idyllic natural setting. Serenbe is one of an increasing number of such intentional communities devoted to improving human and environmental well-being. Call them eco-enclaves.#lazy-img-361338449:before{padding-top:66.6923076923077%;}