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26 Apr 2024
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Description
I am running a horse refuge farm in the Western Algarve close to Lagos and need help with the farm and the animals. People with building experience welcome, I need to do some renovating.
This year I would like to find somebody with experience in working young horses, my colt is 8 and very small, so only small, lightweight people can ride him, but he needs to learn the basics. So if someone has experience in that field and would like to stay longer (no use having different people working him every 2 weeks), please apply.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Long-term helpers can learn lots of things about horses, dogs etc. I am a qualified translator, a horses physiotherapist and Bowen (human and animal) therapist. I train horses and dogs, especially the so called "problem" ones. People can learn some do-it-yourself here too.
Help
Volunteers need to be used to horses. I have 8 horses and need help feeding, grooming, teaching the young one basic obedience, cleaning paddocks, cutting hedges, repairing fences, feeders etc. and with 1 goat, 4 dogs and 6 cats. Whatever is necessary on a farm. Plus I need to rebuild and renovate, so if you have experience in that field, please apply!
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
Accommodation
Guest room in the barn, 1 sofa bed, 1 high bed, 1 double bed. WC, shower and communal kitchen close to the guest houses, not so close to the barn. Small guest room for 1 with WC en suite. Now with heating, so winter volunteers welcome!
Spaces for camper van travellers or tents available.
What else ...
non-smoking - no people under 18 unless accompanied by an adult - helpers need tetanus shots and their own insurance, everybody is here at their own risk.
Beaches and Lagos town 15 min. by car. Bus stop 2 km away. I have bikes.
Lots of building and renovating is planned for the next few months, so builders, carpenters and all sorts of handy people, please apply!
There are free WIFI hotspots in town.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
If you have mobile data, welcome.
Space for parking camper vans
Motorhomes can be nearly any size. I can provide water and electricity but no disposal of waste waters.
Can possibly accept pets
Well trained dogs and cats welcome if cat and chicken safe. And internally and externally bug free, vaccinated and neutered. Other animals on request.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
25 per week
Host ref number: 617527735538
Feedback (28)
9 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Diana) for host
I stayed for two weeks and was initially very anxious about travelling on my own. Armgard and her beautiful place have made me feel at home away from home, and that is despite a full week of rain (occasionally with hail!) which according to her was unusual for the season. Nevertheless, the warmth always manifested within the "village" and all the… read more
11 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Rose & Ciara) for host
We had an amazing time working with Armgard and all her beautiful animals!
We learned so much about care and maintenence of the animals especially the horses . Our day mostly consisted of the upkeep of landscape, repairing fences, feeding and grooming the horses and other animals. The host Armgard was brilliant. She is extremely clear in… read more
We learned so much about care and maintenence of the animals especially the horses . Our day mostly consisted of the upkeep of landscape, repairing fences, feeding and grooming the horses and other animals. The host Armgard was brilliant. She is extremely clear in… read more
29 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
I'm a bit late with my feedback, but this way I can look back upon it with some hindsight 😌
And my overall feeling when I think back of Armgards farm is contentment. My first few days I had to get used to the way of things, but once I knew the horses and chores, I felt completely in my element. I've loved discovering the personality of every one… read more
And my overall feeling when I think back of Armgards farm is contentment. My first few days I had to get used to the way of things, but once I knew the horses and chores, I felt completely in my element. I've loved discovering the personality of every one… read more
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9 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Diana) for host
I stayed for two weeks and was initially very anxious about travelling on my own. Armgard and her beautiful place have made me feel at home away from home, and that is despite a full week of rain (occasionally with hail!) which according to her was unusual for the season. Nevertheless, the warmth always manifested within the "village" and all the… read more
11 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Rose & Ciara) for host
We had an amazing time working with Armgard and all her beautiful animals!
We learned so much about care and maintenence of the animals especially the horses . Our day mostly consisted of the upkeep of landscape, repairing fences, feeding and grooming the horses and other animals. The host Armgard was brilliant. She is extremely clear in… read more
We learned so much about care and maintenence of the animals especially the horses . Our day mostly consisted of the upkeep of landscape, repairing fences, feeding and grooming the horses and other animals. The host Armgard was brilliant. She is extremely clear in… read more
29 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
I'm a bit late with my feedback, but this way I can look back upon it with some hindsight 😌
And my overall feeling when I think back of Armgards farm is contentment. My first few days I had to get used to the way of things, but once I knew the horses and chores, I felt completely in my element. I've loved discovering the personality of every one… read more
And my overall feeling when I think back of Armgards farm is contentment. My first few days I had to get used to the way of things, but once I knew the horses and chores, I felt completely in my element. I've loved discovering the personality of every one… read more
15 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Ann) for host
Staying at Armgard was my first Workaway experience and it was very nice. There were varied tasks to do: mucking out the paddocks, feeding and caring for animals. Also helping in the garden, planting agaves, building a dam, cooking for everyone. Every day was different and a good challenge. In the evening we could always join the walk with the… read more
31 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Victoria & Laura ) for host
We stayed here for three weeks and we had an absolutely wonderful time. Armgard and her parents were lovely hosts and always had an interesting story to share. She had a variety of tasks for us, some just relaxing like painting and others were a little challenge for our problem solving skills. But the highlights of our day were feeding the horses… read more
26 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Lara)
Dear Lara, thank you for your nice feedback and for all the help and good company! You had some time here on your own with no other workawayers but never complained, you are reliable and always willing to help. I´m happy that you were here, we got a lot of things done. You are very good with the animals. We had such good times and I would be happy… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Lara) for host
I stayed here in August 2023, it was my first volunteering and it was amazing. Armgard is a strong and kind woman, super inteligent and friendly, she inspires me. Even I had a lot of freedom I felt very welcomed by her. I had my moments to explore, to work, to do my things and also to lunch (always delicious) and go to the beach with her. I am… read more
26 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Eva)
Dear Eva,
Thank you very much for your nice feedback but especially for your help and very nice company! You are a very skilled, responsible person, I could leave the farm to you without worry. I loved it how you adapted to any situation, different jobs, different people or working alone, everything was always done to my fullest satisfaction. Very… read more
Thank you very much for your nice feedback but especially for your help and very nice company! You are a very skilled, responsible person, I could leave the farm to you without worry. I loved it how you adapted to any situation, different jobs, different people or working alone, everything was always done to my fullest satisfaction. Very… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Eva) for host
I think I just want to start with thank you Armgard :) I spent a bit more than a month at the farm and it was all I wished for ! The tasks were really varied, I never did the same two times in a row and I tried a lot of new things there. I gained a lot of new skills and I'm so happy with that. When you work, the animals are never far from you.… read more
13 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Igor) for host
I stayed at Armgard's farm for a month and I can say I enjoyed every single day being there. She managed to create very special place in the middle of nature but still very close to the ocean and beautiful city of Lagos.
There are horses, dogs, cats, goats, chickens. All of the animals have really nice energy and for me it was a big pleasure and… read more
There are horses, dogs, cats, goats, chickens. All of the animals have really nice energy and for me it was a big pleasure and… read more
10 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Kira ) for host
I stayed two weeks at Armgards and it was a wonderful time. All of her animals are super lovely and kind. She knows every character very well and always has an interesting story to tell about their lives. The farm is located near the beautiful town of Lagos and I could do a lot of nice things in my free time like surfing, visiting and enjoying the… read more
14 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Merle )
Dear Merle, thank you very much for your nice feedback, I can give you the same with all my heart! You are excellent help, hard working, reliable and very good with animals. Very mature for your young age, I'll never forget how you dealt with the dying of Zagal right in the beginning of your stay. I'm very grateful for all your help, especially as… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Merle ) for host
I stayed with Armgard and her lovely horses, hens, goats, cats and dogs for 3 1/2 weeks and I had a great time.
Armgard really cares about her animals and knows all of them very good.
I worked most of the time around or with the animals, wich meant picking up the horse manure, feeding, fill up the hay and letting the animals out or back in. I… read more
Armgard really cares about her animals and knows all of them very good.
I worked most of the time around or with the animals, wich meant picking up the horse manure, feeding, fill up the hay and letting the animals out or back in. I… read more
1 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Andreia)
Dear Andreia, somehow my feedback didn't get published, so here I try again :
Andreia has been with me (on and off) for more than a year now which clearly says it all.
Andreia is super reliable, organised, very good with the animals, a hard worker, she is flexible and dedicated. I can (and did) leave the whole farm to her and go away on holidays… read more
Andreia has been with me (on and off) for more than a year now which clearly says it all.
Andreia is super reliable, organised, very good with the animals, a hard worker, she is flexible and dedicated. I can (and did) leave the whole farm to her and go away on holidays… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Louise & Luc) for host
Nous avons passé une super semaine et nous aurions même aimé rester plus longtemps ! C'est un véritable havre de paix et Armgard est une personne tellement accueillante et bienveillante 🙏🏼 nous avons adoré les échanges que nous avons eu avec elle et les autres volontaires, et les dogwalk vont particulièrement nous manquer !!
Le travail est varié… read more
Le travail est varié… read more
9 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Luciano)
Dear Luciano, thank you for the wonderful feedback which I can return with all my heart! You are a very special person, interesting to talk and listen to, seriously good help (and doing the awful job in the barn, wow!) and have a very good attitude with the animals. You have no problem with house rules or corona rules. You were always there when I… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Luciano) for host
I enjoyed every day I spend at the place, the idea was to stay 2 weeks and finally went for 1 month. Armgard is an amazing person who loves his animals and tries to give them the best life and retirement they deserve. The quinta is located at 10 min by car from Lagos, where you will find a lot of restaurants, supermarkets, and the most amazing… read more
2 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Rui)
Dear Rui,
the first feedback I wrote somehow disappeared, so here comes another one:
Thank you very much for the lots of (very good) work you gave me, even when your official working times were over, for your diligence and good ideas, for cleaning and tidying, for being patient with my crazy dog, for cooking and many interesting talks! Always… read more
the first feedback I wrote somehow disappeared, so here comes another one:
Thank you very much for the lots of (very good) work you gave me, even when your official working times were over, for your diligence and good ideas, for cleaning and tidying, for being patient with my crazy dog, for cooking and many interesting talks! Always… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Rui) for host
I stay one week with Armgard farm. I have beautiful moments fix the fence, cleaning the death leafs, shake the tree to get "alfarroba", carry stones making "Tetris" with them and cleaning and organize the workshop. Armgard can easily motivate because of his happy spirit that transform everything in love, especial the animals that live in this… read more
2 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Iris)
Dear Iris,
thank you very much, it was so nice having you here! You are a very good worker, diligent and reliable, good with the animals and such a nice person too! We had lots of fun and you are always welcome back here!
thank you very much, it was so nice having you here! You are a very good worker, diligent and reliable, good with the animals and such a nice person too! We had lots of fun and you are always welcome back here!
(Excellent
)
1 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Iris) for host
I spend about 5 weeks at the farm and I am really happy and grateful about it. Since I am back in the Netherlands I notice even more how mutch piece and wisdom it has brought me. For me it was great to go back to the basics and be outside and around animals a lot. Also you can learn a lot from Armgard, she knows a lot and has a lot of storys about… read more
19 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Francois)
François is a very hard worker, very fast and still thorough. In the 2 weeks he was here, a lot got done, even though he had a side job at a neighbour´s farm. He never seemed tired and was good company. I was not happy about the smoking but he is very considerate and you hardly notice it. He was also good with the animals. Always welcome here… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Samuel)
Hi Samuel, another one from me as you were here again. Excellent as usual, even better if possible. 4 month here and still happy with your work, your company and everything. You started and finished a lot of useful projects, had your own ideas to make things better, got closer to the horses and even my difficult dog Falko, never looked at the… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Samuel) for host
Armgard is always well disposed and has a good story to tell. She is always willing to take you to meet beautiful and different places.
I loved being with the horses to learn about them and see how we can connect together. My
dog was very happy to play with the other dogs and take walks together.
The place is near the city of Lagos by the sea its… read more
I loved being with the horses to learn about them and see how we can connect together. My
dog was very happy to play with the other dogs and take walks together.
The place is near the city of Lagos by the sea its… read more
7 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Katja)
Dear Katja,
Thank you so much for your help, you have been so good and such a lovely person too! Anyone could be happy to have you as a workawayer. You are a very good worker with many skills, punctual, diligent and thourough. Very reliable too. And good with the animals. I could easily entrust my farm to you. And such good company and a good… read more
Thank you so much for your help, you have been so good and such a lovely person too! Anyone could be happy to have you as a workawayer. You are a very good worker with many skills, punctual, diligent and thourough. Very reliable too. And good with the animals. I could easily entrust my farm to you. And such good company and a good… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Ana)
Thank you Ana, I could not ask for a better help too! Hard working, diligent, punctual, good with the animals and very nice too! We got things done and had fun, great!
(Excellent
)
27 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Ana) for host
Couldn't ask for a better place to have my first experience as a workaway. I ended up staying for 2 more days and I'll definitely come again.
Not gonna lie, it's hard work. But it's also amazing and gratifying! You have nature, you have animals, you have amazing people and you have fun (sooo much fun!). What more could you ask for?
I recommend… read more
Not gonna lie, it's hard work. But it's also amazing and gratifying! You have nature, you have animals, you have amazing people and you have fun (sooo much fun!). What more could you ask for?
I recommend… read more
19 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Ummar & Jocelyn)
Thank you, Jocelyn and Ummar, for all your help and your company! We had a good time, lots of things got done! You worked well without constant supervision, the animals were happy and so was I! Keep going!
(Excellent
)
17 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Ummar & Jocelyn) for host
our experience with Armgard and her animals was amazing! Armgard has such a warm heart and taught us a lot about giving animals a second chance. We had so many lovely and interesting conversations with Armgard which made us feel very welcomed and at home. The work varied between working with the horses and odd jobs. During this Workaway experience… read more
19 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Natalya)
Dear Nataly, so good to have had you here! You are very good with the animals, good help, good company! You learnt a lot and put it to good use. Just that little more of self-confidence and you´ll be excellent! Thank you!
(Very good
)
4 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Natalya) for host
I'm very happy that I've met Armgard! She is an amazing woman, she can do many things, she knows a lot and she can teach you a lot. I miss our talks and having lunch together. Armgard is a good cook by the way, and she was trying to cook only what I like, we both know how hard it was to do that ;) Among all of that Armgard is also very kind and… read more
20 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Sonja)
Well Sonja, you are always welcome back here! So young and already so organised, responsible and reliable, incredible. I really had no doubts leaving you here when going on my holidays. Very good with the animals, good mucking out ; ) planning new projects and finishing them (!!!) - that gate will always remind me of you - doing the job and not… read more
(Excellent
)
19 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Sonja) for host
Where to begin with? I had the most amazing time spending here. Situated in a beautiful scenery you have the possibility to work outside all the time in different fields such as gardening, animal care, building, cleaning, creative projects, etc.
I really enjoyed that I had my clear tasks and a clear structure. The animals teach you their daily… read more
I really enjoyed that I had my clear tasks and a clear structure. The animals teach you their daily… read more
19 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Ida )
Thank you Ida, as I did not see a lot of you (my holidays, not because you were absent!) but from what I can tell, you were quite good and I was pleased to have you!
(Very good
)
16 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Ida ) for host
My first and certainly not last workaway stay; I stayed here for 2 weeks! The farm is spacious and situated in a beautiful countryside. The work is varied, and always outside which i loved - caring for the animals, cutting trees/bushes, building repair. Workload was fair and food was good (Armgard usually did the cooking). We were several… read more
9 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sara)
Thank you too, Sara, you were great help, open, responsible (always important to me, so many people are just nice but need supervising), good with the animals, and even helping when your workaway time was over and you were "just" a guest!
(Excellent
)
7 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Sara) for host
I love this farm and had some incredible memories here. Fell in love with all the animals, met some lifelong friends, and truly appreciate Armgard's spirit and hard work. She has so much knowledge about animal care and living with nature. It's very doable to work in the mornings, go to the beach by bus, and come back for the evening duties. It's… read more
1 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Jitka)
Dear Jitka, I hug you back, thanks for all! I had a peaceful holiday thanks to your help and consideration, I had good fun with you and the others, you are a great "vice-president", responsible, organised and cheerful, you are always welcome back here!
(Excellent
)
1 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Jitka) for host
I spent three weeks with Armgard, all animals and other workawayers in the farm and then more than one week without Armgard there. (She was on her holidays:)). It was quite a big responsibility for all the tasks and people but almost everything was in order when she came back:)
I loved the place, first barn for the sleeping and then the caravan,… read more
I loved the place, first barn for the sleeping and then the caravan,… read more
20 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Jiri)
Thank you Jiri, for your nice feedback and your excellent help! Super organised, very responsible, good company! The team still misses you, and surely the animals too!
(Excellent
)
19 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Jiri) for host
I have spent with Armgard three great weeks and I enjoyed this time so much. Armgard is very exceptional woman and always open to discuss and talk about many things. I wish her all the best in her heroic tasks and lot of great workawayers :-)
26 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa)
Well Lisa is too! Thank you very much for your help, you were very organized and a fast learner. And sooo brave to sleep in the barn. The barn cat still sleeps in your bed, I am sure he misses you too. Hope you´ll come back!
(Excellent
)
26 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Lisa) for host
Armgard is brilliant! She very kindly hosted me as a last minute request even though she already had people helping. Accommodation turned out to be very cosy with my own barn cat. Her parents are just lovely and so generous and the whole family of dogs, cats, goats and horses made me feel very welcome. Good, talkative company. I became more used… read more
31 Jul 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessie & Rafael)
Jessie and Bow, thank you so much fot the good time and for looking after the farm when I had to go away! You are gorgeous people and excellent help! Whenever I see the feeder, I think of you. So hosts, if you need responsible people with a heart for animals and handy with tools, call them!
(Excellent
)
31 Jul 2015
Left by Workawayer (Jessie & Rafael) for host
We stayed here for two brilliant weeks. This experience was our first with Workaway's and we are happy to say that it has lead us on to pursue with more traveling and hopefully more positive experiences like from Armgard's farm.
Armgard was a fantastic host, her company and kindness made us feel at home, plus she is a GREAT cook! She kindly… read more
Armgard was a fantastic host, her company and kindness made us feel at home, plus she is a GREAT cook! She kindly… read more
13 Mar 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Abigail & Ciarán)
Thank you Abigail, for "sharing Ireland" with me, for being fun and finally for learning the way you did, I am sure you are going to be excellent quite soon! In just 2 week you went from being willing but rather confused to quite good and organised, keep going! All the luck!
(Good
)
12 Mar 2015
Left by Workawayer (Abigail & Ciarán) for host
I had a life changing 2 weeks here!
Armgard is a wonderful and caring person: incredibly interesting to have her view on a huge variety of topics.
The horses are wonderful, the dogs and cats very friendly and I'm missing everyone already! I hope to return some day: and would highly recommend anyone thinking about visiting Portugal to make… read more
Armgard is a wonderful and caring person: incredibly interesting to have her view on a huge variety of topics.
The horses are wonderful, the dogs and cats very friendly and I'm missing everyone already! I hope to return some day: and would highly recommend anyone thinking about visiting Portugal to make… read more
15 Dec 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Bernd)
Even though he could only stay a week, he made an impact! Very good help, organised worker, good fun. Thanks! Armgard
(Excellent
)
9 Dec 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Boulesteix & Capucine)
Well, you saved my life too! Not only with your help, always when needed, what was needed, seeing the work before I could tell you, not complaining about the weather, marvellous! But also beeing the way you are, very uplifting in these hard times. Zagal is still alive, more cannot be said yet. Thanks!!! Armgard
(Excellent
)
8 Dec 2014
Left by Workawayer (Boulesteix & Capucine) for host
Armagard just "saved our life". We needed to find a place to feel good and work with animals, in nature. Armgard hosted us very well even if this period in the farm was complicated.
We hope Zagal is better now, and for a long time.
Thank you very much. And see you in some years. Kiss all the horses and dogs for us.
Jérôme et Capucine
We hope Zagal is better now, and for a long time.
Thank you very much. And see you in some years. Kiss all the horses and dogs for us.
Jérôme et Capucine
26 Nov 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Isabelle)
Isabelle is a very good helper, diligent and devoted to animals. Anyone can be happy to have her!
(Excellent
)
25 Nov 2014
Left by Workawayer (Isabelle) for host
I stayed here for two months and it really was a unforgettable experience! Armgard is a very cool person who is always open for suprises and good fun. The work was amazing as it mostly contained of horsecare. All her horses are very lovely and Armgard can teach you a lot about riding, horsecare and training horses. I really took back a lot of new… read more
