Profilangaben
Host Bewertung
100 %
Letzte Antwort
14 Dez. 2025
Beantwortungsquote
95.4 %
Antwortet in der Regel innerh. 3 Tage
Feedback
68
Verifizierte E-Mail
Country info
Abzeichen (3)
Verschenke eine Workaway-Mitgliedschaft
mehr
Geforderte Mindest-Aufenthaltsdauer: mindestens 1 Woche
Jan
Feb
Mär
Apr
Mai
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Okt
Nov
Dez
Informationen
Beschreibung
Welcome to Star Mountain Animal Sanctuary, a Vegan Sanctuary!
Hello, I am Annie, and I run a registered non-profit animal sanctuary located in the stunning Serra da Estrela National Park in central Portugal. The mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals in need. I’m looking for passionate volunteers who share a love for animals and want to contribute to the sanctuary.
The sanctuary is seeking motivated individuals to assist with a variety of tasks, including:
- **Fencing**
- **Cleaning animal areas**
- **Cleaning and painting the volunteer house**
- **General maintenance** (including plumbing, landscaping, tree planting, carpentry and more)
This work can be physically demanding, involving an 800-meter uphill trek from the volunteer house to the sanctuary. If you have any injuries or are unfit for physical work, this is not be the right place for you. While no specific skills are required, a genuine desire to help improve the sanctuary is essential.
Volunteer Requirements
During December and January we are looking for either two friends or a couple to stay for a minimum of two weeks starting December 15th. Solo travelers who appreciate their own space are also welcome. Please note that I do not celebrate Christmas or New Year, as this time is used to retreat from society. Thus, I prefer volunteers who are self-sufficient and do not require entertainment during this period.
Your Role
Your tasks will primarily focus on animal care, if applying in December and January, including helping with the puppies and kittens at the sanctuary; however, you won’t necessarily be doing animal care every day. If there are more urgent tasks that need attention, such as fixing a fence or other maintenance work, you may be assigned to those duties instead. After work hours, you are welcome to spend time with the animals by petting, cuddling, or walking them.
Additionally, ongoing projects include:
- Planting trees
- Clearing bracken and brambles
- Poo picking
- Turning hay
- Fruit and herb collection
- Painting and decorating the house
All tasks require physical effort, and appreciation is shown for your hard work.
Accommodations and Community Life
You will have a private room just a five-minute walk from the sanctuary. Vegan food is provided in the stocked kitchen, and volunteers can prepare their own meals, either individually or as a group. It’s important to keep the house tidy, empty bins, and wash up after meals. Any volunteers who do not help maintain cleanliness may be asked to leave.
Socializing and exchanging stories is enjoyable, but privacy is also valued. Please do not expect me to be around all the time. Some times we have Multiple Workawayers to create a more social atmosphere and accomplish more tasks efficiently. However, sometimes you may find yourself working alone, especially in December through to March, so being self-sufficient is important and comfortable with your own company is essential.
Join the Community!
If you're excited about animal welfare and ready for a rewarding experience, it would be wonderful to welcome you to the sanctuary!
We are a alcohol and drug free environment and only plantbased foods are allowed into the house. If sticking to those rules is going to be hard for you. Please don't apply.
Thanks for reading , wishing you many adventures
Annie
Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten
Karitative Arbeit
Kunstprojekte
Gartenarbeiten
Heimwerker- und Bauarbeiten
Betreuung von Tieren
Mithilfe auf einem Bauernhof
Hausarbeiten
Handwerkliche Arbeiten
UNO-Ziele für nachhaltige Entwicklung, die dieser Gastgeber verfolgt
Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten
Be a part of helping to expand our vegan animal shelter. Nice walks in the local area . The chance to be part of foster animal rehabilitation and the chance to visit a wildlife rehabilitation centre close by.
Arbeit
We have loads of projects to complete they include, making an irrigation system, fencing the boarder and planting trees, pulling up bracken, cutting back brambles and maintaining the veggi garden, poo picking, hay turning, fruit picking, herb and flower collection amongst other stuff, all quite physical work. We also have daily tasks which involve cleaning, washing up and we have some art projects.
Gesprochene Sprachen
Englisch: Fließend
Portugiesisch: Grundkenntnisse
Unterkunft
Private room in a house with wifi, hot showers and electricity.
Was noch ...
Things to do in the local area- Lots of walking and cycling opportunities in the National Park, the local municipality holds numerous events around the year. Possibilities to visit the near by towns of Gouveia and Guarda, not to far from salamanca in spain for the weekend off., if you have your own car.
Etwas mehr Information
Internet Zugang
Eingeschränkter Internet Zugang
Wir besitzen Tiere
Wir sind Raucher
Familien möglich
Kann Digital Nomads unterbringen
We have good internet connection
Platz zum Abstellen von Camper Vans
Dieser Gastgeber bietet Platz für Wohnmobile.
Hier sind Haustiere in der Regel willkommen
Dieser Gastgeber ist bereit, Reisende mit Haustieren bei sich aufzunehmen.
Kapazität - wie viele Workawayer maximal
mehr als zwei
Meine Tiere/Haustiere
82
We have 82 animals living at the sanctuary
Gastgeber Ref-Nr.: 827861528924
Chatte mit Workawayern, die diesen Gastgeber besucht haben
+27
Feedback (35)
8 Dez. 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (numivi)
Numi and Leonie are lovely friends who stayed with me in November. They are positive people who got on with the tasks , which included animal care, cementing in a fence, and painting a cupboard to make it into a cat house.
They are polite, happy trust worthy people. I recommend them and wish them much happiness on their journey
They are polite, happy trust worthy people. I recommend them and wish them much happiness on their journey
(Ausgezeichnet
)
24 Nov. 2025
Vom Workawayer (numivi) für Host
We spent two amazing weeks at Annie's sanctuary and we truly enjoyed the experience. The sanctuary is beautiful and Annie takes such great and loving care of every single member. We fell in love with several of the animals and truly enjoyed getting to know them. Next time I would love to come back in summer as it can get really cold in the house… read more
7 Dez. 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (Kai & Mirjam)
Great people. Made a chicken coop from the scrap we have lying around the place and were able to work without guidance.
If you get fhe chance definitely say yes to them. Ypu wont regret it
If you get fhe chance definitely say yes to them. Ypu wont regret it
(Ausgezeichnet
)
23 Nov. 2025
Vom Workawayer (Kai & Mirjam) für Host
Wow! What a lovely and special place.
The Sanctuary is a few minutes by walk away from the house - when you arrive you will see all of the animals.
They have soooo much space and Annie takes so much care of them that they have the best home there.
We had a good time there and our task was to build a chicken coop for a safe place in the night.
We… read more
The Sanctuary is a few minutes by walk away from the house - when you arrive you will see all of the animals.
They have soooo much space and Annie takes so much care of them that they have the best home there.
We had a good time there and our task was to build a chicken coop for a safe place in the night.
We… read more
29 Juli 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (Flavia)
Flavia is a great person and an ideal workaway guest. She has enthusiasm, energy and a sense of responsibility. She wanted whats best for the animals and was truly here to help them. She is a hard worker and a trustworthy person. She has a lot of common sense something often lacking these days and I felt like she is wise beyond her years.
Easy to… read more
Easy to… read more
(Ausgezeichnet
)
28 Juli 2025
Vom Workawayer (Flavia) für Host
I had a really good time here at the sanctuary and the two weeks went by way too quickly.
It was so nice to have all of the wonderful animals around you all day and to care for them. The sanctuary has such a peacefulness to itself.
It was also really interesting to join the catching of the street cats for their Sterilisation and to listen to all… read more
It was so nice to have all of the wonderful animals around you all day and to care for them. The sanctuary has such a peacefulness to itself.
It was also really interesting to join the catching of the street cats for their Sterilisation and to listen to all… read more
Weitere Bilder
Chatte mit Workawayern, die diesen Gastgeber besucht haben
+27
Feedback
Dies sind zusätzliche optionale Bewertungen, wenn Mitglieder Feedback hinterlassen. Es wird die im Schnitt hinterlassene Bewertung für jede Option angezeigt.
Korrekte Angaben im Profil:
(4.9)
Kultureller Austausch:
(4.6)
Kommunikation:
(4.8)
8 Dez. 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (numivi)
Numi and Leonie are lovely friends who stayed with me in November. They are positive people who got on with the tasks , which included animal care, cementing in a fence, and painting a cupboard to make it into a cat house.
They are polite, happy trust worthy people. I recommend them and wish them much happiness on their journey
They are polite, happy trust worthy people. I recommend them and wish them much happiness on their journey
(Ausgezeichnet)
24 Nov. 2025
Vom Workawayer (numivi) für Host
We spent two amazing weeks at Annie's sanctuary and we truly enjoyed the experience. The sanctuary is beautiful and Annie takes such great and loving care of every single member. We fell in love with several of the animals and truly enjoyed getting to know them. Next time I would love to come back in summer as it can get really cold in the house… read more
7 Dez. 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (Kai & Mirjam)
Great people. Made a chicken coop from the scrap we have lying around the place and were able to work without guidance.
If you get fhe chance definitely say yes to them. Ypu wont regret it
If you get fhe chance definitely say yes to them. Ypu wont regret it
(Ausgezeichnet)
23 Nov. 2025
Vom Workawayer (Kai & Mirjam) für Host
Wow! What a lovely and special place.
The Sanctuary is a few minutes by walk away from the house - when you arrive you will see all of the animals.
They have soooo much space and Annie takes so much care of them that they have the best home there.
We had a good time there and our task was to build a chicken coop for a safe place in the night.
We… read more
The Sanctuary is a few minutes by walk away from the house - when you arrive you will see all of the animals.
They have soooo much space and Annie takes so much care of them that they have the best home there.
We had a good time there and our task was to build a chicken coop for a safe place in the night.
We… read more
29 Juli 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (Flavia)
Flavia is a great person and an ideal workaway guest. She has enthusiasm, energy and a sense of responsibility. She wanted whats best for the animals and was truly here to help them. She is a hard worker and a trustworthy person. She has a lot of common sense something often lacking these days and I felt like she is wise beyond her years.
Easy to… read more
Easy to… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
28 Juli 2025
Vom Workawayer (Flavia) für Host
I had a really good time here at the sanctuary and the two weeks went by way too quickly.
It was so nice to have all of the wonderful animals around you all day and to care for them. The sanctuary has such a peacefulness to itself.
It was also really interesting to join the catching of the street cats for their Sterilisation and to listen to all… read more
It was so nice to have all of the wonderful animals around you all day and to care for them. The sanctuary has such a peacefulness to itself.
It was also really interesting to join the catching of the street cats for their Sterilisation and to listen to all… read more
1 Juli 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (Marten)
Marten is a great guy. Easy to communicate with, clean and tidy, respected our house rules. Did his tasks with a smile.
Kind and gentle with the animals.
Welcome back any time
Kind and gentle with the animals.
Welcome back any time
(Ausgezeichnet)
12 Juni 2025
Vom Workawayer (Marten) für Host
Annie sanctuary was my first work away and it was amazing to get to be with the animals and experience how life can be to run a sanctuary and see how much work there is to keep it going, definitely not easy.
Before arriving to Annie sanctuary we had a call about the work involved to be sure it fits my idea and work ethics, there is a mix of work… read more
Before arriving to Annie sanctuary we had a call about the work involved to be sure it fits my idea and work ethics, there is a mix of work… read more
29 Dez. 2024
Vom Workawayer (Miriam) für Host
I stayed at Annie's for three weeks in November/December. I felt welcomed from the first second I met Annie. She is a really kind person who looks after you and makes sure that everyone feels comfortable with the tasks they get.
When she was away for one week everyone knew what to do.
I enjoyed my time there with the animals in a beautiful… read more
When she was away for one week everyone knew what to do.
I enjoyed my time there with the animals in a beautiful… read more
27 Dez. 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Finn & Victoria)
Really Nice couple. Finn is practical and can put his hands to most things, he is also very easy to communicate with. Tory is good with animals. They did lots of varied jobs at mine. The most important for me was taking care of the animals whilst I was away for 5 days. I knew they would really do their best to make sure all the animals were well… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
15 Dez. 2024
Vom Workawayer (Finn & Victoria) für Host
We loved our time with the animals and Annie! I would definitely encourage everyone to try volunteering at star mountain! Since the first day we knew that we did everything right. We had plenty of food (vegan ofc) wich Annie brings couple of times a week. The house is very nice and the rooms are comfortable! The work with the animals and all the… read more
7 Nov. 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Tainá & David)
Taina and Dave stayed 3 weeks. They helped so much during that time. Taking care of the animals whilst I was away for 5 days. We have 75 animals here at the moment, from scared dogs to over confident pigs! So quite a challange. Taina and Dave took care of them so well. They also helped on the cementing project, which was quite hard work in bad… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
5 Nov. 2024
Vom Workawayer (Tainá & David) für Host
We spent three weeks with Annie at the Sanctuary and had the best time! It was our first Workaway experience and we couldn’t have asked for a better one.
Annie’s passion for all the animals is inspiring and all the work she puts into giving them a better life is amazing.
The Sanctuary is located in a beautiful part of Portugal. The work to play… read more
Annie’s passion for all the animals is inspiring and all the work she puts into giving them a better life is amazing.
The Sanctuary is located in a beautiful part of Portugal. The work to play… read more
22 Okt. 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Léa & Armand)
Lea and Armand are lovely people. They love Animals and took good care of the cats and dogs at the shelter, they also helped with cementing in a fence , this was hard work in not particularly nice weather but they did it with smiles. They are very calm and respectful people. They helped a lot and I would welcome them back any time.
(Ausgezeichnet)
22 Okt. 2024
Vom Workawayer (Léa & Armand) für Host
A huge thanks to Annie :) for welcoming us in this wonderful experience. We advise all pet lovers who want to help make the lives of animals better to come and discover this host. We learned a lot about animals, the job was mainly to clean rooms and repair fences. The atmosphere is really nice, the food provided allowed us to cook great meals !… read more
3 Apr. 2024
Vom Workawayer (Saskia) für Host
Really really nice experience :) Annie works so hard for her rescue animals, everything she does is to make there lives better and you can tell by how happy they all are which is so enjoyable to watch and made me happy every day. Also working in such beautiful surroundings was a bonus, they own alot of land at the edge of the national park where… read more
2 Apr. 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Saskia)
Saskia came here as a last minute volunteer after 2 volunteers cancelled on us the day before they were supposed to arrive. The minute I met Saskia I knew we were blessed to have her as a volunteer for the week we planned to be in the uk, taking adopted dogs and cats to their new homes. For the week prior to our trip Saskia shadowed me and another… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
12 Jan. 2024
Vom Workawayer (Amélie & Manon) für Host
I've spend around 2 weeks in the Sanctuary with Annie and all the animals. It was probably one of the best experience of my life. Every day was different, the daily tasks were to take care of kittens and puppies (clean, feed them, socialize them, play with them), to go on a walk with the dogs out of the sanctuary. And after we did diverse thing… read more
11 Jan. 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Amélie & Manon)
Amélie was completely dedicated and intrested in all aspects of running the sanctuary. She took really good care of the cats which were her particular project as we had a sick cat and she went over and above in her care of him and the others.
Amelie's stay was probably one of the most dramatic stays a volunteer has had at the sanctuary and she… read more
Amelie's stay was probably one of the most dramatic stays a volunteer has had at the sanctuary and she… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
12 Jan. 2024
Vom Workawayer (Siska) für Host
I had a wonderful time at the sanctuary and ended up staying much longer than I had planned. Right from the beginning I felt very comfortable and welcome there. Annie is such a lovely person and her passion and the commitment to the animals is truly inspiring. The daily tasks varied a little and that made the tasks absolutely enjoyable and… read more
11 Jan. 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Siska)
Siska came to help out at our animal sanctuary in the mountains. She really cared about each one of the animals here and after showing her the routine i felt completely confident in her ability to take care of them and also to notice if an animal was feeling unwell or if something wasn't quite right. That's a very important skill to have at an… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
24 Mai 2022
Vom Workawayer (Jesse) für Host
We stayed with Annie and Adam at their house & farm for 3 weeks. We had a really great time and enjoyed the work. The farm is in such a beautiful location and it was a lovely and relaxing place to spend time. There are some great walks and some stunning views to be had.
We both liked the work which was varied and interesting, we helped with… read more
We both liked the work which was varied and interesting, we helped with… read more
20 Mai 2022
Vom Host für Workawayer (Jesse)
Mel and Jesse stayed with us for 3 weeks. In the first week they helped paint 2 rooms and fully clean and set up the house ready for retreat season. They went beyond what was asked of them to help us get everything finished in time for the guests arrival. Which we really appreciated. During the retreat Jesse helped with cooking and Mel with the… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
24 Feb. 2022
Vom Host für Workawayer (Stephen)
Steven is a nice guy with intresting conversations.
He did some labouring jobs for us with supervision.
Wishing you well on your travels Steven.
He did some labouring jobs for us with supervision.
Wishing you well on your travels Steven.
(Gut)
24 Feb. 2022
Vom Workawayer (Stephen) für Host
Really nice people chilled and relaxed enviroment I only stayed a week was hoping to stay a bit longer but there was a change in plans , if you are into the vegan lifestyle this is a great place , thank you for having me 🙂
14 Dez. 2021
Vom Host für Workawayer (Tinka_)
Christine stayed with us for 3 weeks and in that time really took the time to get to know our animals and love them. The first 2 weeks we were building a fence. It's heavy work carrying the cement buckets and we appreciated her help. The last week Christine took care of all our animals whilst we went away for my birthday. We have 4 horses, 2… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
13 Dez. 2021
Vom Workawayer (Tinka_) für Host
I spend 3 amazing weeks with my dog at Annies place. Annie and Adam are so kind and interesting people, I felt all the time very welcome and comfortable 😊 It was fun to work outside with the hosts and the other volunteers to build a fence as the land is so peaceful and beautiful! There are also nice hiking trails around. The meals were super tasty… read more
20 März 2021
Vom Host für Workawayer (Niky & Marijn)
Nicky and Marijin came to volunteer with us to look after our animals and help in the garden whilst I was away. They stayed just over a month. I met them briefly to show them the routine and who is who. I immediately felt confident that they would take the best care of the animals in my absence and they did. I am extremely grateful for their love… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
19 März 2021
Vom Workawayer (Niky & Marijn) für Host
Our stay at this place has been great since the very start. Everything was well organized. We got to live in a house by ourselves and everything was provided. They just got the keys of the house but within the week all utilities were taking care off.
Our main job was taking care of the animals, so we got to walk the dogs every morning, feed the… read more
Our main job was taking care of the animals, so we got to walk the dogs every morning, feed the… read more
21 Aug. 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Alica)
Alica is a lovely person, very organised, conscientious and hard working. We really enjoyed hosting her. She did all the jobs asked of her with care and often did things to help that we didn't ask her to do, which we really appreciated. We hope Alica comes back one day and wish her all the best with her new adventures. Excellent volunteer and we… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
17 Aug. 2018
Vom Workawayer (Alica) für Host
I stayed with Annie and Adam for one month and it was absolutely awesome. It was my first workaway experience but I couldn’t have imagined it better. The place is located in the beautiful countryside and at the property you can enjoy a small pond, the beautiful view, whilst laying in a hammock, or the funny animals playing around. I worked for 3,5… read more
13 Juli 2018
Vom Workawayer (Kiera) für Host
Adam and Annie are both lovely Souls who are welcoming, kind and compassionate. The work is a good reasonable amount and both Adam and Annie are considerate to individuals needs - being very understanding. The land and views are spectacular and magical. Great place to write, create and heal. Came away feeling revitalised and healthy. Adam is a… read more
23 Mai 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Jacek)
Jacek volunteering for you is like a gift from the Gods. He is the most talented volunteer we have ever hosted. Jacek can turn his hand to just about everything, has really good money saving ideas and can use what ever is around him to create something beautiful and functioning, he comes to each project with enthusiasm and joyful energy, and has… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
22 Mai 2018
Vom Workawayer (Jacek) für Host
For those who are still wondering. It is a magical place for me, magical people and magical energy, animals and nature. Space itself, a space of joy, creation and total peace. Imagine a place where there is no hurry, no judgment and everything flows in a natural rhythm. In the morning you get up and see three Unicorns and Ponny sweet like a donkey… read more
8 Mai 2018
Vom Workawayer (DEDOLE) für Host
This place is wonderfull! Very peacefull, so beautiful, lost in the nature,...
Annie and Adam are very nice (too much!! =) ) they take care about volunteers. Working conditions are very easy.
They are intelligent, funny, and they cook very good Vegan food!!!
Hope to see you someday!
Annie and Adam are very nice (too much!! =) ) they take care about volunteers. Working conditions are very easy.
They are intelligent, funny, and they cook very good Vegan food!!!
Hope to see you someday!
8 Mai 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (DEDOLE)
Quentin and his friend Arthur came to volunteer with us for a week and what an amazing job they did in that week. They are both really hard working, intelligent, compassionate and polite people.
They managed to hitch hike right to our small village and turned up at our gate with big smiles and hands ready to work. They were a pleasure to spend… read more
They managed to hitch hike right to our small village and turned up at our gate with big smiles and hands ready to work. They were a pleasure to spend… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
13 März 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Patricia & Miguel)
Patricia and Miguel are a nice couple with lots of enthusiasm, they came here at the worst possible time, storms, mega amounts of rain, wind bashing against the caravan each night and yet each morning however weary they appeared from the caravan with smiles.
They helped us with renovating the floor of our cottage, lots of ripping up of floor… read more
They helped us with renovating the floor of our cottage, lots of ripping up of floor… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
13 März 2018
Vom Workawayer (Patricia & Miguel) für Host
This was our first workaway experience and it was great! It was a pleasure volunteering for Adam and Annie, they are wonderful human beings, full of beautiful stories to tell!
The work was hard some days, but Adam and Annie always made us feel at home, we could have our breaks and some time to rest whenever we needed it. The animals are absolutely… read more
The work was hard some days, but Adam and Annie always made us feel at home, we could have our breaks and some time to rest whenever we needed it. The animals are absolutely… read more
4 Jan. 2018
Vom Workawayer (Dani) für Host
Lo pasé muy muy bien con Annie y Adam. Solo estuve con ellos 6 días pero desde el primer momento sentí muy muy cómoda, como en casa. Se nota que son buena gente y no puedo decir nada en contra de ellos. Me trataron muy bien y siempre eran simpáticos conmigo. Una cosa importante es que si no hay otros voluntarios de Workaway, creo que es vital que… read more
13 Okt. 2017
Vom Host für Workawayer (Tara)
Tara volunteered with us for a week, she is easy going, fitted easily into our schedule and did her jobs well. Tara is very lovely and her presence was appreciated not only by us, but also our guests and students. Thanks Tara for being a part of our team. Wishing you happy travels through europe.
(Ausgezeichnet)
13 Okt. 2017
Vom Workawayer (Tara) für Host
It was a pleasure volunteering for Adam and Annie. They are both incredibly kind, and the food was so good! The atmosphere was really peaceful, so if you're looking for a chance to unwind a bit, disconnect from your phone and the usual societal stresses, and reconnect wit natur a bit. The work was fair, I thought. Definitely recommend!
9 Sept. 2017
Vom Host für Workawayer (Milli)
Milli stayed with us for 6 weeks, she is a very nice person, always polite and our guests have all mentioned her in their positive reviews of our place. Which is great as it means Milli helped to make their stays enjoyable and was an asset to our retreat. She does her jobs well and does her hours without having to check up on her, which for us as… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
8 Sept. 2017
Vom Workawayer (Milli) für Host
I spend the most beautiful 6 weeks with Annie, Adam and their absolutely lovely animals. It only took a few days until I already felt at home in „my“ cosy little green caravan. Adam and Annie always let you know how much they appreciate your help, so the often quite physical work (which I always enjoyed) almost felt like just helping friends! (: I… read more
9 Sept. 2017
Vom Host für Workawayer (Mary)
Mary came 3 days before I left for the Uk for a week. She came at a time when there is a fire risk in Portugal and also when the animals can suffer from dehydration and other ailments due to the heat. Mary settled in quickly, took initiative, and showed me I had nothing to worry about whilst I was away as the animals would be in good hands.… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
26 Aug. 2017
Vom Workawayer (Mary) für Host
I only spent 10 days at Annie and Adam's beautiful place, but I will definitely be back for longer next time if I can be! I felt so well looked after - Adam's food is truly amazing - and left feeling healthier and more peaceful (and embellished with bramble scratches!). The work is generally quite physical but fun and varied, and it was great… read more
24 Aug. 2017
Vom Host für Workawayer (Workaway-Mitglied)
Jenny stayed with us for 2 and a half months and became part of our family. She is very good at preparing and cleaning accommodation and spaces as well as adding little touches that make something look lovely, she doesnt need to be told how to do this, she just creates beauty. She also made some lovely signs for us as well as completing other jobs… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
23 Aug. 2017
Vom Workawayer (Workaway-Mitglied) für Host
Annie & Adams home is one of the best places I`ve ever been! It was my first workaway - experience and there are just positive points to tell:
When I arrived I was still shy and insecure because of my first experience abroad as a volunteer. But Annie& Adam had big empathy for me and knew how to bring harmony in rounds so that let me feel better… read more
When I arrived I was still shy and insecure because of my first experience abroad as a volunteer. But Annie& Adam had big empathy for me and knew how to bring harmony in rounds so that let me feel better… read more
20 Juli 2017
Vom Host für Workawayer (Rob)
Robs getting off at the wrong train station (as he has mentioned above) as our first experience of him, was infact quite a funny introduction to a man with a great sense of hmour and irony. Rob is concientious, articulate and intelligent which makes him a great volunteer on many levels. He has amazing cleaning skills and we now have a new saying… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
16 Juli 2017
Vom Workawayer (Rob) für Host
From the moment I arrived (late and at the wrong train station…apologies again!) Adam and Annie were incredibly welcoming, thoughtful, hosts. They were careful to offer us flexibility and made sure that we every thing we needed for comfortable stay. As others have said below, they were always entertaining and had many a tale to share.
The work… read more
The work… read more
24 Mai 2017
Vom Workawayer (Friederike) für Host
Annie and Adam are wonderful hosts! They are very kind, caring, open minded, inspiring and interesting people with many great stories to tell! They made me feel welcome from the very first moment I arrived in their beautiful home! The land and the animals are stunning, radiating a sense of peace and happiness and the time flew by so quickly… read more
23 Mai 2017
Vom Host für Workawayer (Friederike)
Fidi is a great volunteer. Hardworking, forward thinking, able to get on with tasks on her own and does not need supervision. She is very competent and independent. Fidi did a great job in our vegetable garden, she was a part of the whole process, digging the earth over to planting and watering the seeds. She offered up good ideas and has… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
9 März 2017
Vom Host für Workawayer (Thomas)
If you get the chance to host Tom go for it. We have progressed a lot in the 10 days he has been here. His warmth and humour make him an easy person to work and live with and his knowledge and skills have boosted us forward in our project. Thanks Tom for all your help it is much appreciated. The kitchen looks great and we are excited about the… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
8 März 2017
Vom Workawayer (Thomas) für Host
Thank you Annie, Adam and All your critters for your warmth and hospitality. Cheers. Tom
27 Jan. 2017
Vom Host für Workawayer (Anke)
Anke and her son got along with their jobs happily together. They only stayed a few days but in those days all was good :)
(Sehr gut)
1 Nov. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Anke) für Host
Annie & Adam are great hosts and we (my son and me) had a wonderful time on their land! We felt welcome every minute we stayed. Although we only stayed a short while. The land is amazing, you have a great view of the mountains. We will be back definitly. I send you love and warm hugs.
24 Nov. 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Taylor)
Taylor is a great volunteer, she is hard working, forward thinking and funny. Taylor came and volunteered 3 times with us in 2016, 2 of those times as a pet sitter whilst we were away. She is a very capable person and I felt happy that I could go away without worrying about my animals. Taylor's dream is to become a yoga teacher, and so as I have… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
14 Nov. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Taylor) für Host
My time spent with Annie and Adam at their little piece of paradise in the countryside has left me with nothing but beautiful and blessed memories. I have visited their property three times now. I can't seem to stay away! For me, all my visits/volunteering for Annie has taught me so much and has changed my life for the better. I am very grateful… read more
24 Aug. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Áine) für Host
It's hard to find the words to describe my time at this special place in Portugal. I feel really lucky that I had the chance to stay in this beautiful place with such amazing people and animals. Annie and Adam are brilliant hosts, they made me feel welcome from the moment I arrived.
Looking after the animals is something I really enjoyed so it… read more
Looking after the animals is something I really enjoyed so it… read more
23 Aug. 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Áine)
Aine is a beautiful soul. Shy and quite to begin with she soon settled in and became like a member of our family, she thinks ahead, always asks if she can help, and helps without asking. A brilliant person to welcome into your home. She understood the animals and the way we do things here. She is responsible and comes across as much older than… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
24 Aug. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Sara) für Host
This was my first workaway experience and I loved every minute of it. Annie and Adam were amazing people, really welcoming and so lovely. All their animals were loved and well cared for, and it was amazing to help look after the horses, as well as anywhere else on the property. They encouraged taking breaks often so you never felt overworked and… read more
23 Juli 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Sara)
sara is a fantastic person, she speaks with a smile and radiates happiness. She is extremley easy to get along with, she works well both in company and alone, does things that need doing without being asked, and she is really good with animals small and large. Sara stayed with us for 2 weeks and we were really sad to see her go, the time flew by… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
19 Juli 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Lydia)
Lydia is a fun, positive, bubbly and motivated person. She is an excellent cook, we all really enjoyed the fantastic meals she prepared here with our limited facilities.
Lydia is very easy to get on with and works well both in a group and on her own, and doesnt need much instruction other than being pointed in the direction of the job needing to… read more
Lydia is very easy to get on with and works well both in a group and on her own, and doesnt need much instruction other than being pointed in the direction of the job needing to… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
18 Juli 2016
Vom Workawayer (Lydia) für Host
Staying with Annie and Adam was such an absolutely BEAUTIFUL experience on all levels. There home was home to me for the week I stayed and I wish I could have stayed longer! I enjoyed it very much, as Adam and Annie are very respectful about schedules and resting time and giving advice about where to go during free time:) We helped with yardwork,… read more
12 Juli 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Chelsea & Andrew)
Chesea & Andy, are a lovely couple, they work hard and got on with the jobs without needing guidence. Which was great. They are positive intelligent people whose company we enjoyed. We wish them many happy travels and welcome them back any time .
(Sehr gut)
3 Juli 2016
Vom Workawayer (Chelsea & Andrew) für Host
Annie & Adam are very special people on a special mission to help others heal. They made us very welcome from the minute we got there. Although we only stayed a short while we got some good work done (moving hay bales & watering plants & trees). The land is amazing, you have a great view of the mountains & the river is clear & perfect for cooling… read more
20 Juni 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Arielle)
Arielle stayed with us for 3 weeks, she is lovely, calm and positive. She gives everything a go with a smile. She picked chamomile, helped with garden clearing, cooked some lovely meals and cakes and made us 2 videos for our website/facebook page amongst other things.
She is a pleasure to spend time with and was independant in her time off.
I… read more
She is a pleasure to spend time with and was independant in her time off.
I… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
27 Apr. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Nina) für Host
My girl, 5 years, was the luckiest girl in the world to get the oportunity to ride on the small and very sweet pony Molly. A experience for life. Me too i feel like the luckiest mother in the world to do mountaineering on Logans horseback. The area is so beautiful, the mountains, the river, the historical cities, the rocks, even the weather and… read more
20 Apr. 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Nina)
Nina & Roseanna are a great team and pleasure to have around. Roseanna is a very easy and happy child willing to give anything a go and excited by life. Nina is relaxed and open minded, she is also responsible, and we felt very relaxed leaving her in charge of our farm whilst we went away for a few days. They are both brilliant with animals and… read more
(Ausgezeichnet)
Aufenthalte bei Gastfamilien, Volunteering & Working Holidays in PortugalAufenthalte bei Gastfamilien, Volunteering & Working Holidays in EuropaAufenthalte bei Gastfamilien, Volunteering & Working Holidays in Coimbra und ZentrumFamilie PortugalNGO PortugalLast minute Aufenthalte bei Gastfamilien, Volunteering & Working Holidays in Portugal
