Nature-tourism and Sustainable farm in Ecuador

Ecuador

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17/04/2019
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2019

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Several months ago our cabin burned down but we are beginning to rebuild. we will be building new cabins, landscaping along the beach, building a new pavillion and some fun stuff. We work hard all day and eat some delicious homecooking then at night play cards and laugh alot. Come...help...and enjoy.

One hectare of land directly on secluded beach north coast of ECUADOR....UNDER DEVELOPMENT as NATURE-TOURISM and sustainable farm. Slowly we are working to make this picturesque piece of beach-front land a sustainable ecological farm and tourist destination. It is a simple destination with electricity, rain water catchment, use of available resources, (bamboo, salvaged wood, locally found rocks....) fruits and vegetables grown on site, fresh caught fish.
STARTING BIG PUSH TO FINISH CONSTRUCTION OF CABINS, LANDSCAPING, WATER SYSTEM.........
Type of help
Gardening
Building
General Maintenance
Farmstay
Help with Eco project
Art project
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The site is full of history that dates to the aboriginal period. One of the (few) residents has collected over 5,000 pieces of archeology he found on the surrounding land, figurines, ceramics, vases, stone tools. The beach is surrounded by natural beauty - many types of trees, grapefruit, mango, banana, coconut, sugar cane, a wide sandy beach and exquisite views. As a volunteer you will experience along with us attainment of knowledge and practical development for . sustainable farm living.
Help
Some of the needed projects...water collection tanks and distribution installment, cultivating and landscaping of property, planting, cabin building, painting and art, build brick oven for artesan breads and pizzas.
Languages spoken
spanish/ english
Accommodation
Will provide sleeping and bathroom facilities....
What else ...
The farm is somewhat secluded with direct access to the ocean. There are small towns within walking distance where you can catch a bus to larger towns. The basic activities consist of fellowship and nature enjoyment, watching the sunset over the ocean, walking on the beach, swimming in the ocean, going fishing, watching the many different types of birds, doing art projects and eating fresh and delicious food and UNO cards in the evening!!!!
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Feedback left by and about host (10)

09/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (alain) for host

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(Negative )

31/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Daniel) for host

Maryanne is a generous woman and she cooks delicious. The place is amazing, beautiful view over the coast and the opportunity to swim in the sea whenever you want. You must be flexible to adapt to the basic accomodation that is provided.

(Very good )

20/09/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)

Daniel is an amazing young man...smart, sincere, helpful. He stayed one week at the farmand was very agreeable to do whatever we needed done. He also came up with some creative ideas. Highly recommend

(Excellent )

20/09/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Lyree & Lauren)

These young ladies were amazing workers...never stopping EXCEPT to eat!! and swim!!!
They were also deliteful company ...very positive mature attitudes. I miss them already!

(Excellent )

06/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Lyree & Lauren) for host

We stayed here for one week and loved it. The location is spectacular, evening beach swims after working was a must. We worked raking leaves and undertook a project to build a concrete wall. Food is delicious. Experience is what you make it. We enjoyed spending time with Maryanne, chatting and playing cards, watching movies. Accomodation is very… read more

(Excellent )

14/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Manon) for host

I spent only 3 days in Maryanne and Joseph's house because our respective plans of journeys were different. But it was very pleasant, with my own cabin and a view on the beautiful ocean. The beach is very quiet because isolated. The tasks are sometimes a little bit physical with the heat and the humidity but easy. During my stay, we helped on the… read more

(Excellent )

20/07/2017

Left by Workawayer (Ben & Marianela) for host

We stayed with Maryanne and Joseph for a week. Playa Africa is about 7km from the small town of Montalvo. The beach is great for an off the beaten track experience. Maryanna and Joseph are a hard working couple, making their dreams come true. We helped them to clear up some areas with the machete, collect rocks from the beach, we built a shelter… read more

(Excellent )

19/07/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Ivonne)

Ivonne stayed 3 weeks on our farm north coast of ecuador...she is very knowledgeable regarding anything farming
as well as practical stuff too.She is a hard worker self motivated, not lazy at all!! Not the least she is very nice and easy to get along with. We enjoyed playing cards at night and enjoyed her company. I hope she will come back… read more

(Excellent )

01/04/2017

Left by Workawayer (Ivonne) for host

I spend 4 weeks here and had a great time. Maryanne and her boyfriend Jo made me feel at home right away. Both are incredibly hard working towards building their little paradise. The work was very diverse and I could choose my own work schedule and work days.
I helped extending their organic garden, watering the existing garden, making organic… read more

(Excellent )

24/07/2015

Left by Workawayer (Timothy ) for host

Marryanne is an Incredibly warm and friendly person who makes you feel at home straight away and it is a beautiful place to be. The serounding area is not exactly a metroplolis so you may have to make your own entertainment however ther ocean is heavenly so after a long days work you may not feel like doing to much after youve had a swimm.

(Excellent )

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