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Join us in our 400 year old cortijo in the countryside of Andalucia, Spain

  • Last activity : 16 Jun 2025

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least a week

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a very easy going, young minded retired couple , who have retired to the Spanish way of living. Our prime interests are motor sports, animals and nature. We love pottering on the land , 10 wild and untamed hectares,, with a view to promoting self sufficiency and organic produce as far as is possible. We love travelling and meeting people from all walks of life.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Farmstay help
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Movies & TV
    Pets
    Culture
    Carpentry
    Books
    Architecture
    Music
    Photography
    Drawing & painting
    Cooking & food
    Animals
    Hiking
    Mountain
    Nature
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We live just outside a beautiful Spanish white washed mountain village with lots of cultural interest including a castle and museums, steeped in Spanish tradition. Lots of the old farming ways are still in use such as goat and sheep walking and irrigation by channels by hand.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    We have a 400 year old cortijo in the countryside which has been restored and at the moment we are looking for help with land maintenance, strimming and cutting meadow grass and gardening around the house. We are also in the process of cutting down some invasive bushes and generally tidying up the land, which is a mamoth annual task as we have over 10 hectares. The current work however, is general gardening and clearing the areas around the house. No really heavy work involved, Due to the heat at this time of year, we expect to start work early in the morning before the heat of the day, at around 7am and work till midday. After that free time is given and workawayers can enjoy the pool area at the property.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Beginner

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We have separate accommodation comprising 3 en suite double bedrooms with kitchen lounge diner and outside terrace. There is a private pool. We will provide breakfast and a substantial main meal for our workawayers

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We have dogs and cats at the property, so welcome animal lovers in particular! Hours for working will depend entirely on the time of year, due to temperature variation. Please enquire for further information.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

Host ref number: 246945446598

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The image depicts a serene outdoor patio area, featuring a table and chairs, surrounded by a stone wall and lush trees, with a house in the background.
The image depicts a rustic kitchen with wooden beams, cabinets, and chairs, featuring a dining table with candles and a sideboard with glassware, in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The image depicts a serene bedroom with two twin beds, wooden furniture, and a window, exuding a sense of calmness and tranquility.
The image depicts a bathroom with white walls, a wooden door, and a sink, featuring a mirror, wooden cabinet, and tiled floor, with a window on the left side.
The image depicts a serene pool scene with a mountainous backdrop, featuring a rectangular pool, potted plants, lounge chairs, and a small building, set against a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a woman feeding two white goats and one black-and-white goat in a wooded area, with a man standing nearby holding a bottle.

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