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Riley and Elayna, formerly of the trimaran *La Vagabonde*, are scouting land in Lombok, Indonesia, to establish an off-grid farm.1:14 The couple has set a total budget of $650,000 AUD to cover land acquisition, a primary residence, and a guest house.7:02 Their search criteria include fertile soil, ocean views, and sufficient acreage—ideally 10 hectares—to support livestock including horses, cows, goats, and poultry while maintaining a buffer from neighboring development.23:38

The search process involves navigating Indonesian land law, specifically the *Hak Milik* title, which restricts full freehold ownership to Indonesian citizens.22:03 Foreigners must instead utilize long-term leases or *Hak Pakai* rights, which carry inherent risks of title disputes or zoning issues.22:19 During initial site visits, the couple evaluated one-hectare plots priced at approximately 60 million IDR per *ara* (100 *ara* per hectare), noting that steep terrain and proximity to road noise are primary disqualifiers.21:04 The project also requires balancing remote, sustainable living with proximity to educational infrastructure for their children.14:33

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