Bringing back to life our 17th-century home in Sant Joan de les Abadesses, Spain

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  Beschreibung

  We are Joan and Elena 😊
  We’re a couple living between nature and creativity in the beautiful region of La Garrotxa, Catalonia. We love traveling, sports, community life, reading, and spending time with people from different cultures. We've spent years hosting travelers through Workaway and building strong connections with many of them — it’s been a beautiful part of our lives and one we’re deeply grateful for.
  
  We’re now starting a very personal and exciting new chapter: restoring our private countryside home, a 17th-century farmhouse tucked into the heart of Alta Garrotxa, surrounded by forest, silence, and the peaceful rhythm of rural life. This is not a business or commercial project — it’s our future home, and we’re happy to share this process of transition with people who enjoy a slow and meaningful way of living.

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  Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten

  Gartenarbeiten

  Heimwerker- und Bauarbeiten

  Hausarbeiten

  Handwerkliche Arbeiten
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  Interessengebiete

  

  LGBTQ

  

  Events & Sozialleben

  

  Nachhaltigkeit

  

  Selbstentwicklung

  

  Heimwerken & DIY

  

  Musik

  

  Gärtnern

  

  Tischlerarbeiten

  

  Kunst & Design

  

  Schreiben

  

  Kochen & Backen

  

  Gartenarbeiten

  

  Fotografie

  

  Natur

  

  Camping

  

  Wintersport

  

  Gebirge

  

  Outdoor-Aktivitäten

  

  Wandern

  

  Radfahren

  

  Erlebnissportarten
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  Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten

  You’ll be immersed in a truly local rural Catalan experience, in a place where people still live close to nature. We’ll share our knowledge about restoration, living off-grid, rural life and starting projects from scratch. You'll get to know the amazing region of Alta Garrotxa, with hikes, swimming spots, and fascinating local history—refugee trails, Roman roads, and more. Plus, you'll be connected to a small community of travelers and creatives in our coliving nearby.

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  Arbeit

  We’re looking for help with daily life in and around the house:
  - Some deep cleaning (the house has been closed up for a long time)
  - Garden tasks: help with clearing paths, trimming, small tasks in the land around the house
  - Tidying and organising spaces
  - Cooking and sharing meals
  - Keeping the space cozy and alive through presence and shared care

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  Gesprochene Sprachen

  Catalan: Fließend
  Englisch: Fließend
  Spanisch: Fließend
  Portugiesisch: Fließend
  Französisch: Gute Kenntnisse
  Deutsch: Grundkenntnisse
  Italienisch: Grundkenntnisse

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  Unterkunft

  You’ll stay in a spacious and cozy room in the masía. It's simple and rustic, with incredible views and antique wooden ceilings. There's no internet or mobile signal at the house, but you’ll find peace, birdsong, and pure stars at night. There is a phone line for emergencies and a nearby hill with signal. You’re welcome to visit our coliving space nearby for internet or connection when needed.

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  Was noch ...

  The house is 1 hour and 30 minutes by car from Barcelona, but you can also get here by train from Barcelona to Ripoll. From Ripoll (just 15–20 minutes away), we’re happy to pick you up by car. Another option is the bus from Barcelona to Camprodon, which is even closer — just a 5-minute drive from the house, and we can also pick you up there.
  
  In your free time, you can explore nearby natural pools, hike through ancient forests, or visit charming villages like Camprodon, Sant Pau de Segúries, or Sant Joan de les Abadesses. It’s the perfect place to slow down, reconnect with nature, and enjoy a simpler rhythm.
  
  As a bonus, you’ll also have the option to spend time at our coliving space, located just 10 minutes away by car. There you’ll find fiber internet, cozy communal areas, and an open-minded community of travelers, creatives, and digital nomads.
  Please note: this is not part of the volunteering — there’s no help needed at the coliving, it's simply a space you’re welcome to enjoy if you'd like to connect, work online, or be around others for a while.
  
  The nearest village is Sant Pau de Segúries (10 minutes by car), and while it’s possible to manage without, having your own car is highly recommended for more freedom and flexibility.
  
  We’re truly excited to welcome you and share this special corner of the world. Let’s create something beautiful together! 🌱

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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

  Dieser Gastgeber bietet Platz für Wohnmobile.

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  Hier sind Haustiere in der Regel willkommen

  Dieser Gastgeber ist bereit, Reisende mit Haustieren bei sich aufzunehmen.

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  Kapazität - wie viele Workawayer maximal

  mehr als zwei

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  Meine Tiere/Haustiere

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