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Gardening and pet sitting in Las Alpujarras, Spain

  • Spain
  • Last activity : 31 Jul 2025

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  • Description

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    Hola,

    GENERAL INFO

    I live in Southern Spain (Las Alpujarras) in a very diverse, multicultural area. I try to live as sustainably as possible on my large piece of land. Suso the cat loves to meet new people. I live off grid in the countryside but within walking distance (10minutes) of the nearby town with all conveniences available. I am on solar power with internet access and back up generator if necessary. I love being surrounded by nature and live a fairly quiet life working the land, reading and practicing yoga.

    I am looking for a couple or two people interested in garden maintenance and maybe some days pet sitting. I need help with watering, preparing the vegetable patch and with ongoing projects. Some days we can prepare and eat lunch together or I will provide food to prepare yourself. You will have use of the casita with a separate shower cabin and compost toilet.

    Vicente who also lives on the land is Spanish so you can practice or improve your language skills and he also runs a ceramic studio in the nearby town where you can try your hand on the potters wheel!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    General Maintenance
    House sitting
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    The area I live is very diverse culturally, with people from many parts of the world mingling with the local Spanish community. Its a great place to learn or improve your Spanish language skills and observe some traditional Spanish ways of living.

  • Help

    Help

    Ideally I require a couple or two people to help with the vegetable patch, irrigation of the land, general land maintenance and occasional pet sitting for Suso the cat who lives in the casita. Also help with cooking and shopping would be much appreciated. I am quite flexible about help hours and some days we may help more or less depending on ongoing projects and the season. In July, August and September I may be travelling and may require a couple to look after my place, irrigate the land and do general maintenance tasks. Experience of or willing to learn the use of a petrol strimmer to cut the grass would be much appreciated. In the summer months you need to be prepared to arise early in order to water some plants and also on occasions carry out some strimming as in the heat of the day you will want to take a siesta in the casita! Also during the months of November and December help is needed to harvest the olives and take them to the nearby olive mill. This would involve helping five or more hours each day for maybe three or four days. Challenging physical tasks but very rewarding, especially when you get to sample the fruits of your help!

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Beginner

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You would have use of a casita (stone cottage) with separate shower hut and compost toilet. Power is from a solar system with a back up generator when necessary. Basic internet is available.

    Cooking will be shared activity for lunch on help days. Food will be provided for breakfast and evening meals and non-help days for your own preparation. Occasionally if there are more than two non-help days in a week you may need to provide your own food.

    In the summer months I need a couple or two people to water the garden and generally look after the place as I will be visiting family. You will provide your own food during this time,

    There is also a yurt on the land with a kitchen cabin which is currently occupied long term by a friend.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    This is a beautiful, tranquil area of Spain near Granada city with many high mountain villages to explore and several beaches about one hour away on the bus. Transport links are frequent to Granada and once daily to the coast. There is a market every Thursday with many local products for sale. There are many hiking and walking trails to enjoy locally. Many musicians and artists live in the area and there are frequent performances and exhibitions to experience.

  • 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

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    I have basic wifi (5mb) which should be sufficient for online work using zoom etc. Several workawayers have successfully worked online from the casita were a wifi extender is installed. There may be some issues on successive grey days if the solar system is not charging.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    A small to medium sized camper van can park on the upper land inside the gates. With some work it is possible to prepare a parking area for a larger vehicle on the lower land outside the gates. This could be a potential set up for a longer term workaway situation. All workawayers will have access to the casita, shower cabin and compost toilet on the upper land.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    Dogs If they are cat friendly and can cope with a lively young pup!

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Suso (12 years)

    Suso is an older cat who enjoys relaxing in the sunshine on the terrace and occasionally playing chase with Dante! He likes to snack on food left on worktops and although very friendly will let you know when enough is enough!

    Dante (11 months)

    Young male Podenco cross, full of mischief and energy! Loves a walk in the early morning and another shorter one in the evening or a game of football in the land. Very friendly with other dogs and hoomans. Learning to be obedient!

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The image depicts a brown dog with white paws sniffing a red ball on a rocky terrain, with bushes and mountains visible in the background under a blue sky.
The image depicts a cozy wooden kitchen with a rustic aesthetic, featuring a sink, countertops, and a small table, exuding warmth and character.
The image depicts a yurt's interior, featuring a bed with a zebra-print pillow, a hanging swing, and a colorful rug, with a bookshelf in the background.
The image depicts a cozy room with a fireplace, featuring a bed, dresser, and wooden table, set against a white wall and terracotta tile floor.
The image depicts a compact kitchen with a blue countertop, wooden table, and various cooking utensils, showcasing a cozy and functional cooking space.
The image depicts a small bathroom with a white toilet and sink, featuring a bamboo wall and wooden floor, with a white curtain partially covering the left side.
The image depicts a serene scene of a black and white cat curled up in a wicker basket on a wooden table, surrounded by kitchen items.
The image depicts a lush orchard with vibrant orange trees, adorned with numerous ripe oranges, surrounded by a carpet of green grass and a serene blue sky.
The image depicts a winding road with a snow-capped mountain range in the background, featuring a few signs and a blue sky with minimal clouds.
The image depicts an outdoor shower area with a wooden door and bamboo walls, featuring a shower head and a small white stool inside.
The image depicts a doorway with a wooden door frame and a dark interior, featuring a lemon tree branch with a yellow lemon hanging from it, and a blue curtain on the right side.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting with a yurt, wooden deck, and lush greenery, set against a backdrop of trees and a mountain range.
The image depicts a serene scene of a house with a large yard, featuring a tree and a fence, set against a backdrop of a clear sky and a body of water.
The image is a black-and-white photograph of a woman sitting on a couch with a dog in her lap, both looking at the camera.

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