I found a vanilla like server that is trying to keep the game feeling normal. It uses a few plugins but only for fairness like stopping combat logging and stuff like that.
The community is mostly teenagers but it says all ages are welcome. The host is paid so it should be stable and run smooth.
They are looking for more players to help it grow. The server is releasing tomorrow and they said nothing will be banned like netherite or anything.
Vanilla Style Server Launching Tomorrow
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPChill 18+ Vanilla Plus SMP Seasons
Sunset Retreat is an EU based seasonal SMP that keeps survival feeling mostly vanilla but adds a few quality of life features.
It is for players who are 18+ and want a chill place with a whitelisted community. The vibe is more mature and relaxed so people can just play and talk without drama.
The server uses proximity voice chat plus things like mob and player heads. There is also a live map and Bedrock compatibility.
It runs a diamond economy with player shops so you can buy and sell stuff and set up services. The owners stay involved and they actually play on the server too.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP