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Stefan and Mona plus Georgia our Spanish Mastiff live in a rural farm in a small village in Andalucia. We speak English at home but if you want to practice Spanish the village is a 10 minute walk from the finca. Zahara is situated between Ronda and Sevilla and is small, only 1500 inhabitants so this is a great chance to escape the busy world, however you must realize that there are less amenities and transport links than in a bigger town.
We need help with clearing up the land, cutting wood, tending to the vegetable patch and caring for Georgia. The farm mainly grows olives , almonds , oranges pomegranate.
We are looking for dependable self reliant people who are happy with the day to day care of the farm and orchard, that involves some longer days some shorter so flexibility also appreciated. There is always weeding to be done, planting, painting, some light building / maintenance work, painting and cleaning, . People in search of too much excitement will not be happy here! Keeping a tidy house is a big plus! Remember you will be alone most of the time whilst we are at work so please bear that in mind if you are traveling solo.
The Farm is solar powered and we use well water so you need to be able to save power and be conscious and not spend ages charging laptops etc, people who appreciate this kind of lifestyle are most welcome! The house has good wifi and laundry can be done up at our hotel and sometimes you can come up for a dinner there which is a treat. We can offer a double bedroom with shared bathroom and common space.
English with some Spanish or desire to learn would be best as this is a rural and typical Andalucian community. Flexible outdoorsy people, happy multi- tasking, and keen on nature as this is far from city life! The village is a 10 minute walk uphill so this is not great for people who do not enjoy walking. Also nightlife is limited as this is such a rural community.
We do not accept smokers.
We have reviews you can read and we are more than happy to answer any questions and let us know about allergies and intolerances also. We provide all food.
Please contact us if you think you are right for this lifestyle, work. We look forward to hearing from you.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are happy to teach how to prepare local Spanish tapas and regional dishes. Our staff are all local and enjoy speaking Spanish with newcomers .
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Help and maintenance of property(orchard, olive grove) so weeding, planting, pruning, painting, walking dogs, A self reliant approach.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Accommodation
Your own room in our farmhouse, simple rustic accomodations, solar powered, well water, local pool close by and lake. Fireplace for winter, need to build fires. Laundry and WIFI available.
What else ...
Our posting is ideally for people who are looking to stay put for a while as transport links are not great from our village. There are hiking routes, beautiful nature to photograph, a lake to swim in in warmer weather. However for people who wish to travel around this is not the place (although to see places close by before of after leaving is easy enough to do as we are not far from Sevilla, Cordoba, Granada, Jerez, Ronda and Malaga.) As we have a dog who needs caring for we prefer to have workaways who are here to be here in rural Spain and make the most of that experience for 2 weeks or longer if its works out.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Wifi is good for someone who needs to work online.
Space for parking camper vans
We can provide parking for camper and motorhome with electric usage during daylight hours available.
Can possibly accept pets
We have a dog so they would need to get along
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5hours a day, 5 days a week, but flexible how this is managed.
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Good luck!
He is good with kids and happy to help out around the home. Hope travel plans are going well.
Thanks Tom, the sweet potatoes are growing.
The work is great for people who like to be in the outdoors and can structure their day themselfes. The finca is not a big farm but don´t hesitate to visit neighbouring farms if you are looking for more farming experience. :D
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You were a pleasure to host and always busy either working, filling the house with wildflowers or learning about Zahara and the environment.
Kids miss you and loved your company. Maybe we will see you again at olive… read more
Always upbeat and a hard worker. Come back anytime.
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