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Join our home and learn about modern permaculture homesteading in Madona, Latvia

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  • Beschreibung

    Beschreibung

    Updated 01.07.2026:
    Mobile house for volunteers now have warm water and showers inside the mobile house.
    Updated pictures of the homestead.
    Updated descriptions and help tab with social media channels and help with Japanese language.

    We are a small-scale family homestead in the early stages of development, located in one of the most beautiful areas of Latvia – the Vidzeme Highlands. This region is known for its rolling hills, cleanest air in the country, scenic views, and peaceful nature surrounded by forests and lakes. The nearest shop is 5 km away, and the closest town is 30 km. No city noise, no crowds – just silence and nature.
    We practice permaculture and organic, sustainable farming. No chemical fertilizers are used – everything is done in harmony with the environment and with reasonable modern technology integration. Our mission is to create a self-sufficient, ecologically responsible homestead step by step.

    What kind of help we need:
    Depending on the season and your interests, you might help with:
    Gardening and planting
    Harvesting herbs and wild plants from the fields
    Seedling propagation:
    Implementing permaculture systems (mulching, composting, weeding etc.)
    Light construction or maintenance of small buildings
    General outdoor and land tasks
    Helping with our social media channels.
    Japanese / English language exchange with our son .

    No previous experience is required – just motivation to learn and contribute. We’ll guide you through everything.

    What you can learn:
    During your stay, you’ll have the chance to gain practical knowledge in:
    Permaculture garden and food forest design
    Off-grid living and solar energy systems
    Soil improvement and sustainable gardening
    Creating windbreaks and using natural resources wisely
    Seed saving and propagation techniques
    Slow, simple, meaningful lifestyle principles

    About us:
    We are a family of four – two adults and two teenagers (17 and 19). For most of our lives, we lived in the city, but we moved to the countryside to pursue a quieter and more sustainable life. We are practical and creative people who love to work, learn, and share.
    Languages spoken: Latvian, English, Russian. Our son also know a good level Japanese and have basic understanding of several other languages.
    We are happy to host solo travelers, couples, or families.
    We have a small, friendly dog. You’re welcome to bring your own dog if it’s well-behaved.


    Useful details:
    Hosting period: May to September
    Ideal stay: up to 2 weeks (more time in special ocasions)
    Number of guests: 1–5
    Internet: Wi-Fi available (good and fast)
    Parking: available for car or camper
    Language: Latvian, English, Russian, Japanese
    Lifestyle: calm, peaceful, nature-based

    What to bring:
    Comfortable clothing for outdoor help (shorts, long pants, T-shirts, long sleeves)
    Rain jacket
    Hat and sunscreen
    Personal hygiene products (better organic)
    We provide bed linen

    Let’s grow something beautiful and sustainable together:
    If you're interested in learning about permaculture, off-grid systems, and natural living – and if you're ready to enjoy peaceful days in the Latvian countryside while giving a hand in creating a homestead – we’d be happy to welcome you. Get in touch with us to plan your stay!

    We are not registered organization and do not sell any goods. We are not a business. We are homesteading for our family.

    P.S.
    This winter, we experienced volunteering ourselves at other homesteads. Now we know what it's like to be on both sides, and we're using that experience to make volunteering with us even better.

  • Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten

    Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten

    Sprachpraxis
    Hilfe bei Ökoprojekten
    Leichte Gartenarbeit
    Kreative Heimwerkerprojekte
    Mithilfe auf einem Bauernhof
    Zubereiten / Kochen von Mahlzeiten für die Familie
    Hausarbeiten
    Leichte Instandhaltungsarbeiten
    Haus- & Haustiersitting
  • Interessengebiete

    Interessengebiete

    Leben im Camper-Van
    Technik
    Nachhaltigkeit
    Haustiere
    Selbstentwicklung
    Farmarbeit
    Gärtnern
    Heimwerken & DIY
    Fotografie
    Sprachen
    Gartenarbeiten
    Blogging
    Kochen & Backen
    Trampen
    Tischlerarbeiten
    Tiere
    Camping
    Natur
    Yoga / Wellness
    Outdoor-Aktivitäten
    Wandern
    Radfahren
    Erlebnissportarten
  • UNO-Ziele für nachhaltige Entwicklung, die dieser Gastgeber verfolgt

    UNO-Ziele für nachhaltige Entwicklung, die dieser Gastgeber verfolgt

    UNO-Ziele
    Keine Armut
    Kein Hunger
    Gesundheit und Wohlergehen
    Hochwertige Bildung
    Geschlechtergleichstellung
    Sauberes Wasser und Sanitärversorgung
    Bezahlbare und saubere Energie
    Menschenwürdige Arbeit und Wirtschaftswachstum
    Industrie, Innovation und Infrastruktur
    Weniger Ungleichheiten
    Nachhaltige Städte und Gemeinden
    Nachhaltige Konsum- und Produktionsmuster sicherstellen
    Maßnahmen zum Klimaschutz
    Leben unter Wasser
    Leben an Land
    Frieden, Gerechtigkeit und starke Institutionen
    Partnerschaften zur Erreichung der Ziele
  • Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten

    Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten

    Life here offers a chance to experience the quiet rhythm of the Latvian countryside. We live simply, closely connected to nature—growing our own food, harvesting wild herbs, and building things using what we have on hand. Our small homestead is slowly being shaped using permaculture principles and a hands-on, learn-as-you-go approach. But we also like to use modern hand tools to work easier, not harder.

    At home we speak Latvian, English, and can speak Russian. Our teenagers are also learning Japanese, and as a family we’re generally curious about languages and different ways of life. We love good conversations—about everyday life, nature, the world,traveling, or just stories over a meal. If you enjoy sharing your culture, teaching a word or two in your language, or cooking something from your country, you’ll feel right at home here.

    We hope you'll leave with new experiences, a few useful skills, and good memories. And maybe even a few new friends.

  • Arbeit

    Arbeit

    Depending on the season and your interests, you might help with:
    Mow the grass and mulch (a lot of it)
    Gardening, planting and weeding
    Harvesting herbs and wild plants from the fields
    Seedling propagation
    Implementing permaculture systems (mulching, composting, etc.)
    Light construction or maintenance
    General outdoor and land tasks
    Help with our social media channels
    No previous experience is required – just motivation to learn and contribute. We’ll guide you through everything.

  • Sprachen

    Gesprochene Sprachen
    Latvian (Lettish): Fließend
    Englisch: Gute Kenntnisse
    Japanisch: Gute Kenntnisse
    Russisch: Gute Kenntnisse

    Dieser Gastgeber bietet Sprachaustausch an
    Dieser Gastgeber gibt an, dass er dir gern seine Muttersprache beibringt oder selbst eine Sprache lernen möchte.
    Bitte wende dich direkt an ihn, um weitere Auskünfte zu erhalten.

  • Unterkunft

    Unterkunft

    Accommodation:
    You will stay in a comfortable caravan that includes:
    Three small bedrooms
    And a living room
    Bathroom with shower and hot water.
    Kitchen with stove and fridge.
    Wi-Fi internet (really good)
    Parking for a car or camper (if needed)

    Depending on timing, you may have the caravan all to yourself, or share it with one or two other guests.

    Food:
    We will provide you with quality food ingredients. Meals may be shared with our family, but you will have also option to cook your own. If you follow a specific diet, please bring what you need or let us know in advance.

  • Was noch ...

    Was noch ...

    We will provide you with the buss scheduler, so you can reach our place at your own peace.
    We are often driving to the capital city, so there is a chance that we can bring you from there with our car.
    We have a high speed internet.

    What to bring with you:
    Comfortable clothing for outdoor work (shorts, long pants, T-shirts, long sleeves)
    Rain jacket
    Hat and sunscreen
    Personal hygiene products
    We provide bed linen
    Please let us know what else do you need prior arriving.

  • Etwas mehr Information

    Etwas mehr Information

    • Internet Zugang

    • Eingeschränkter Internet Zugang

      Eingeschränkter Internet Zugang

    • Wir besitzen Tiere

    • Wir sind Raucher

    • Familien möglich

  • Kann Digital Nomads unterbringen

    Kann Digital Nomads unterbringen

    Digital nomad friendly. We have also remote jobs that we are doing from homestead.

  • Platz zum Abstellen von Camper Vans

    Platz zum Abstellen von Camper Vans

    Our place is safe and accessible for campers, motorhomes, and cars. Just note that the last 5 km are on a gravel road.

  • Hier sind Haustiere in der Regel willkommen

    Hier sind Haustiere in der Regel willkommen

    You can bring your dog with you if it is well behaved. Pleas contact us if you want to bring any other animals prior arriving.

  • Kapazität - wie viele Workawayer maximal

    Kapazität - wie viele Workawayer maximal

    mehr als zwei

  • Meine Tiere/Haustiere

    Meine Tiere/Haustiere

    Chickens (1 Jahr)

    We keep chickens in our chicken tractor/egg mobile. They are a perfect example of a multifunctional permaculture animal, bringing many benefits to our homestead — from providing fresh eggs to fertilizing the soil and helping with pest control.

    Rasa (3 Jahren)

    Rasa is our sweet little dog. Her main mission in life is to track the trails left behind by other animals. She’s friendly and gentle with people, always happy to make new friends.

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