Warm family life, nature and cultural exchange between Lisbon and Sintra, in Belas, Portugal

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  Beschreibung

  Hi, I’m Carla. I’m a pharmacist working in clinical trials, remotely managing a team of around 200 people across 40 different countries. Although my work is demanding, I am very people-oriented and deeply connected to nature, meaningful experiences, and authentic cultural exchange.
  
  I love traveling and have visited more than 60 countries. What I enjoy most is truly getting to know a place: its people, traditions, language, and the hidden spots that most tourists never get to see.
  
  I live with my children in a small but very welcoming home surrounded by about 5,000 m² of nature, between Lisbon and Sintra, in a peaceful and beautiful golf resort area in Belas. From the balcony, you can even see Pena Palace, and the property has several gardens, a swimming pool, and a small forest area.
  
  We also share our home with our animals: 2 dogs, 2 rabbits, and 7 chickens — one of them is convinced she is a dog. Life here is calm, family-oriented, and relaxed, and we want anyone who stays with us to truly feel at home.
  
  The available room has a double bed, a shared bathroom (on the corridor, only my daughter will share it), and a workspace with a view of the swimming pool. Guests are welcome to share meals with us or use the kitchen if they prefer their own routine. The location is excellent: we are close to Lisbon, Sintra, and Cascais, with easy access by motorway, private parking, supermarkets, and shopping centers nearby.
  
  We would love to welcome curious, open-minded people who are looking for a genuine family experience, surrounded by nature, while still being close to the city.

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  Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten

  Hilfe bei Ökoprojekten

  Unterrichten

  Leichte Gartenarbeit

  Kreative Heimwerkerprojekte

  Betreuung von Tieren

  Mithilfe auf einem Bauernhof

  Zubereiten / Kochen von Mahlzeiten für die Familie

  Hausarbeiten

  Hilfe mit Computer /Internet

  Haus- & Haustiersitting
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  Interessengebiete

  

  Technik

  

  Events & Sozialleben

  

  Nachhaltigkeit

  

  Haustiere

  

  Mode & Beauty

  

  Kultur

  

  Selbstentwicklung

  

  Film & Fernsehen

  

  Farmarbeit

  

  Karitative Arbeiten

  

  Musik

  

  Gärtnern

  

  Bücher

  

  Sprachen

  

  Gartenarbeiten

  

  Kochen & Backen

  

  Tiere

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Mannschaftssportarten

  

  Natur

  

  Fitness

  

  Wintersport

  

  Gebirge

  

  Tanzen

  

  Strand

  

  Outdoor-Aktivitäten

  

  Wandern

  

  Radfahren

  

  Erlebnissportarten
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  Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten

  Cultural exchange is one of the things I value most in life. I truly enjoy meeting people from different backgrounds, sharing experiences, and learning from the different ways we see the world. Because of my work, I am used to communicating daily with people from many cultures, as I remotely manage a team spread across 40 countries. On top of that, I have also hosted young people from different countries before, so welcoming international guests into my home already feels very natural to me.
  
  Languages are also a very important part of our family life. I speak five languages, and my children speak three, so we genuinely enjoy multicultural environments and the richness that comes from them. For us, hosting is not just about receiving help — it is about creating a real human connection, sharing daily life, conversations, meals, ideas, and perspectives.
  
  I know not only the world, but also Portugal very well. I love sharing our traditions, gastronomy, and culture, as well as recommending the very best places to visit, eat, and explore — including many hidden gems that most visitors would never find on their own. My friends often joke that I am their personal guide, because I always know where to go, where to eat, where to stay, and how to experience a place in a more authentic way.
  
  As a host, I would be happy to share language practice, local cultural knowledge, travel advice, and insight into Portuguese life and customs. I can also share my experience of working in an international environment, adapting to cultural differences, and building connections with people from all over the world.
  
  In return, I would love to learn from the people who stay with us — about their culture, their language, their routines, their food, and the little things that make life unique in their part of the world. I believe this kind of exchange is enriching for everyone, especially for children, and it is one of the main reasons why I enjoy hosting.

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  Arbeit

  At the moment, I mainly need some practical daily support because I am recovering from a broken arm and a leg. Right now, the most helpful support would be support me on the house and help with cooking family meals. As an extra, any support with the kids (they are only at home at the end of the day) or fixing things around the house would be appreciated.
  
  I have my own car available, which can be used when I don't use it, if you feel confident and comfortable driving.
  
  This is a temporary need, but it is very important for our daily routine at the moment. I would really appreciate someone reliable, kind, and responsible, who can help make family life a little easier during this recovery period.
  
  Beyond that, I value having someone positive, flexible, and happy to be part of a warm and welcoming family environment.

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  Sprachen

  Gesprochene Sprachen
  Englisch: Fließend
  Spanisch: Fließend
  Portugiesisch: Fließend
  Französisch: Gute Kenntnisse
  Deutsch: Grundkenntnisse

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  Unterkunft

  The accommodation I offer is a private, comfortable room with a double bed, a large window, and a balcony overlooking the swimming pool and the surrounding nature. It is a peaceful space with plenty of natural light, ideal for relaxing and feeling at home.
  
  The room also has a table that can be used for remote work or study, making it a good option for someone who may need a quiet place during the day. Right outside the bedroom is the bathroom that might also eb used by my daughter (who is out for school the whole day)
  
  Overall, it is a simple but very pleasant space, designed to offer comfort, privacy, and a beautiful natural setting.

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  Was noch ...

  Guests will have a lot of free time and there is so much to do around here. We are strategically located between Sintra and Lisbon and so much to visit on both cities. We live in a golf resort area so there is a lot of nature around. In my home I have my own forest. Public transports are not good in this area as it is mostly an area of big houses or the golf resort. There is a private bus from the resort to Lisbon and a public bus that takes you to Belas, the nearest town. I drive to Lisbon everyday so rides are possible.

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  Etwas mehr Information

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    Internet Zugang

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    Eingeschränkter Internet Zugang

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    Wir besitzen Tiere

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    Wir sind Raucher

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    Familien möglich

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  Kann Digital Nomads unterbringen

  Dieser Gastgeber nimmt gern Digital Nomads bei sich auf.

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  Platz zum Abstellen von Camper Vans

  I have a separate space where you can park your campervan; there is there an external bathroom with hot water and electric power.

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  Hier sind Haustiere in der Regel willkommen

  As long as they get on well with the rest of our animals ;)

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  Kapazität - wie viele Workawayer maximal

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  Meine Tiere/Haustiere

  Rabbits Flash and Nesbita

  Molly

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