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29 Feb 2024
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Hi there and welcome to our WorkAway-profile,
We want to continue construction work on our house, here good motivation is more important than experience!
We are Anne, Loes and Thomas, a Dutch family living on the countryside near the picturesque L’Ametlla de Mar. Three years ago we bought a finca with 1,5 hectare of land and since then we’ve been working on and off to create a home where we can live and invite friends and family.
The good experiences we have had with friends that came to help us, made us realise that we like to have people around, to enjoy each others company, to work together on projects, share the amazing house, you will have your own cabin 50 meters from the main house, and area, as a temporary addition to each others lives, valuable and enriching. If you’re interested, please continue reading and find out what we have to offer.
First, a (really) short introduction to give you an idea who we are and what we do. Anne, the energetic father, building contractor with over 16 years of experience and hobbies such as diving, sailing with the boat that lays in the harbour and make and create cool features for the house and on the property. The caring mother, Loes, goldsmith by trade and divides her time between Thomas, the animals (until now only four chicken but there will be more), the garden, her e-reader, going for short or long walks and other enjoyable leisure time activities. Thomas is a 3,5 year old toddler, active and full of life, curious with an eye for detail, goes to daycare in the village and will ask for your company when he wants to play.
Secondly, we live on the countryside but the house is equipped with everything you could wish for, the pictures speak for themselves and yes, that is an olive orchard you see in some of the pictures. The house is situated on the campo (countryside) and the area is dominated by almond and olive tree orchards.
You will have your own cabin 50 meters from the house, equipped with heating, airconditioning and water.
By car or bicycle it is only a few minutes to the nearest supermarket and add another minute and you reach L’Ametlla de Mar, a relatively small but lively town where you can go out for dinner, do some shopping or walk along the seaside and enjoy the scenery. Also nearby are the mountains, perfect for hiking and cycling. Bigger cities like Tarragona 40 mins and Barcelona 1,5 hours are easy accessible by train.
Thirdly, in exchange for your help, five hours for five days a week (flexible), we offer you the chance to live in this amazing area, learn new skills with regards to building projects, care for and bond with the animals, experience the peace and quietness of living on the campo, the possibility of going out on adventures and much more.. There is a whole list of activities at the end of this profile.
Finally, if our story resonates with you, send us a message and maybe you can come visit us.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Anne is an experienced builder who likes sharing his knowledge with people who are eager to learn new things. It is a place where you don't have to be anything, but together we can do and learn anything.
Living on the campo.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We want to continue construction on our house, here good motivation is more important than experience!
Help with/taking care of the animals, Dog and cat, go for a daily walk.
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
Spanish: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
We offer a private room and bathroom outside the main house.
Mountainbike
We try to have as much meals together, and take turns in cooking.
What else ...
Look at the list below of everything there is to do or visit in the area
Surfing
Hiking in the mountains or the beautiful coast line route
Mountainbiking
Local Markets
Diving
Different beaches
Deltebre
Abandoned buildings
Cities like Barcelona, Reus, Tarragona
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
We have a nice spot to park your campervan!
Can possibly accept pets
Pets are only allowed when they are very kids friendly and obey well, if not it's not going to work.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Feedback (3)
In my three weeks there I have helped with various works such as the olive harvest, the construction of a parking lot for campers or renovation work. Even besides the work we had a lot of fun together.
Paul is a quiet guy, incredibly sweet and attend to us and our little son.
Our door is always open for you Paul!
Thank you very much Lisa for your help with our 2.5 year old son, great cooking and help with our building projects!
Our door is always open for you!
Wat een fijn welkom.
Ons zoontje was heel blij om nu bij een Nederlands gezin te zijn, de communicatie gaat dan een stuk makkelijker. Al op de eerste dag vroeg Reyk of hij met Loes mee mocht om een boodschap te doen en Thomas op te halen, dat zegt toch heel veel over hoe… read more
ontzettend bedankt voor jullie inzet en gezelligheid. We kijken terug op een paar hele fijne en leerzame weken samen.
We hebben heel hard gewerkt samen, en er is veel werk verzet. Gelukkig hebben ook, voor zover het weer het toeliet, een paar leuke uitstapjes gemaakt.
Reyk je bent een ontzettend lief, leuk en ondernemend… read more
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In my three weeks there I have helped with various works such as the olive harvest, the construction of a parking lot for campers or renovation work. Even besides the work we had a lot of fun together.
Paul is a quiet guy, incredibly sweet and attend to us and our little son.
Our door is always open for you Paul!
Thank you very much Lisa for your help with our 2.5 year old son, great cooking and help with our building projects!
Our door is always open for you!
Wat een fijn welkom.
Ons zoontje was heel blij om nu bij een Nederlands gezin te zijn, de communicatie gaat dan een stuk makkelijker. Al op de eerste dag vroeg Reyk of hij met Loes mee mocht om een boodschap te doen en Thomas op te halen, dat zegt toch heel veel over hoe… read more
ontzettend bedankt voor jullie inzet en gezelligheid. We kijken terug op een paar hele fijne en leerzame weken samen.
We hebben heel hard gewerkt samen, en er is veel werk verzet. Gelukkig hebben ook, voor zover het weer het toeliet, een paar leuke uitstapjes gemaakt.
Reyk je bent een ontzettend lief, leuk en ondernemend… read more
We did a lot of work outside and are very happy about it! It was a very nice casual week in which we shared a lot. Thanks for coming, you are always welcome!
