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24 Sep 2023
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Description
We are a young portuguese couple. Four years ago we decided to move from Oporto to the interior of Portugal. We recovered an old and beautiful family farm and we planted blueberries there. Last year we were hit by a big fire and we lost part of the farm and many blueberries. At this moment we need to recover what is possible and all the help is welcome.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
General Maintenance
Farmstay help
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Visiting our village is like a return to the past, is the deep Portugal where cultural habits and culture remain unchanged throughout the times.
Travelers will have the opportunity to contact with the locals during the harvest. They can also learn the techniques we use in manual blueberry harvesting.
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Help
We will need help at harvest time in the following tasks during 5 hours a day, 5 days a week:
- Picking fruits;
- Weighing, packaging and fruit selection;
- Weed control
- Other harvesting tasks.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
Accommodation
Private room in the old building of the 19th century. common toilet and access to kitchen and dining area.
We will offer 3 meals a day and you dont need to cook the lunch and dinner.
There is free wifi in the farm.
What else ...
The farmhouse is located inside the village of Covas which belongs to the district of Coimbra. A short drive by car we have the natural park of Serra da Estrela. There are also some river beaches within a short drive.
We have two mountain bikes that we can borrow so visitors can explore the surrounding area.
There are public transport from Oporto and Lisbon to our city.
We acept couples and animals.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 hours a day, 5 days a week
