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Description
We live in a beautiful quinta in the algarve countryside, with about 4 acres of gardens and paddocks, and a pool. We have 3 dogs of our own, and sometimes a few friends dogs in the garden. I have 3 beautiful gentle horses, who I ride often. I am 59 and English, and my husband is 75 and Irish. My goodness, that sounds old and we are NOT old, although since my husband was diagnosed with Parkinson’s, he has slowed down considerably
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You can learn about gardening, fencing, cleaning the pool, animal care, driving sit on mower, the quad or the range Rover, maintenance of a large property with many olive, carob, fig, almond trees.
Help
We are looking for an English speaking couple, To help with cutting back our garden, ( being able to handle a chain saw would be very helpful) and occasionally helping to look after the animals. You don’t have to be a horse rider, but you need to not be afraid of horses! There is often painting or woodwork to be done, or repairing stone work or fencing. A love of the outdoors and animals is a must ! You must be able to look after yourselves in the kitchen as we are often not around at mealtimes.
I would love you to help me with my french speaking if possible!
Please check my availability calendar. I do not have time to reply to people if I am not looking for help. Please respect this…. I try to be polite in replying to everyone, but it takes too long if I already have Workaways here.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Beginner
Portuguese: 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 have a self contained annex available, with queen size bedroom, lounge, bathroom and kitchen, Wi fi and English TV.
What else ...
We live in the countryside, an oasis of calm, but only 10 minutes to the village , Guia, which has many bars and restaurants, shops and a post office. A jeep or a scooter is available for you to use occasionally, as are bikes. We have a lovely pool, and the beaches are 15 mins drive away, or a 40 minute cycle. You must be confident and self sufficient, and happy to cook for yourselves. Sometimes I will cook for everyone, I love it, and used to be a chef!
You may ride the horses if you have previous experience, when there is a horse available. ( I have 5 ladies who ride with me. )
I run a small kennels and cattery, but the workaways are not expected to help in any way in this venture.
We love a long term stay…. We have made friends for life with many previous workawayers.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have fibre internet, speeds 70gb and up.
Space for parking camper vans
We have space for your camper van, and your own apartment in the House for your use.
Can possibly accept pets
If they are well behaved. Cats not a good idea because of the dogs here.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Depends on length of stay, usually 4 hours/day, 5 days/week maximum
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Francesca and Tom are simply a delight. They are the most charming couple, with fantastic attitudes. They are super helpful in every situation. They have done animal care (… read more
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Francesca and Tom are simply a delight. They are the most charming couple, with fantastic attitudes. They are super helpful in every situation. They have done animal care (… read more
I’m not sure what to say, maybe “ we still miss you” sums it up. A nutty, loveable, funny, helpful, conciencous young couple. Willing to do any tasks, with a smile… Eva was a fab horse rider. Massive animal lovers!!!
Hope we see you again… xxx
Thanks freya, we will miss you.
I can summarize my time at their pet resort as a "fun" tastic experience!
With so many beautiful animals to keeps you company all day, a nice and comfortable place to stay, on top of good tools and clear instructions to get the work done effectively, this place was a "coup de coeur"… read more
His views may be very different to ours, but he was courteous, and we had a good banter about many things! He was a very positive… read more
See you in a few months!
Diana and Bungie are really fun people and amazing hosts! We strongly felt their generosity and hospitality when the World broke down! Before the restrictions and lockdowns we had a free use of the car which offered us freedom to explore the region and make our stay… read more
