A happy family of three poses closely together outdoors, enjoying the sunshine. The parents smile warmly, hugging their young child, who wears a red jacket.
A child and an adult cook together in a cozy kitchen. The child stands on a wooden stool, both focused on the pan near a window.
Two people stand outside near a bright bonfire, warming their hands. Surrounded by trees and grass, they appear happy, enjoying a cool evening together.
A colorful mural of a whimsical tree with flowers and leaves is painted on a slanted wall in a cozy, wooden room. Painting supplies are scattered below.
A cozy living room scene with three people—two adults and one child—sitting together on a couch, reading a book, near a staircase and toys.
A woman and child sit closely on a couch. The woman is knitting with white yarn while the child, focused, uses a yellow crochet hook. Cozy, relaxed atmosphere.
A solitary, leafless tree stands in a snowy, foggy landscape. Footprints lead towards it, and a lone figure is visible beneath the tree’s bare branches.
This cozy room features a bed with a floral blanket, a desk, bookshelves, maps, flags, colorful lights, and various books and decorations, creating a vibrant atmosphere.
A woman holds a young child among tall sunflowers in a lush, green garden. The background features mountains, trees, and a tranquil blue sky.
A person in a green jacket pulls a child on a sled through thick snow. Bare trees and snow-covered buildings create a peaceful, wintry scene.
The image depicts a serene forest scene with a woman sitting on the ground, surrounded by trees and fallen leaves, with a bright sun shining through the branches.
The image depicts a window with a wooden frame, showcasing a man holding a child, surrounded by vases of flowers, with a white wall and a bright light source visible in the background.
The image depicts a house with a large yard, featuring a fence and a tree, set against a backdrop of a clear sky, evoking a sense of serenity and tranquility.
The image depicts a cozy room with a man operating a laptop and speakers, surrounded by a few people, including a woman holding a baby, amidst a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The image depicts a family of three posing for a photo in a picturesque outdoor setting, with rolling hills and a blue sky in the background.
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Join our artistic family and learn about sustainable lifestyle near Jastrebarsko, Croatia

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  • Description

    Description

    Hello everyone,

    We are a family of six β€” me LetΓ­cia, my husband Ivan, our 2 year old daugther, and our three cats.
    Leticia is Portuguese who came to Zagreb in 2017 to study and in 2021 she moved to Croatia. Ivan is Croatian from Zagreb.
    We live in a lovely and modest house surrounded by nature, in a peaceful and beautiful location of Jastrebarsko.

    In spring/summer we start to grow our vegetable garden and create a more self-sufficient lifestyle.
    During winter times we mainly need help with our daugther (creative play and teaching English) as well as occasional help around the house (cleaning and cooking).
    We are both very relaxed, easygoing people and tend to go with the flow most days. We value a calm, positive atmosphere and would love to welcome someone with a similar vibe β€” open-minded, kind, and happy to be part of family life.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    Animal Care
    Babysitting and creative play
    Help around the house
    House & pet sitting
  • Interests

    Interests

    Politics / Social justice
    Pets
    Farming
    Plant care
    Photography
    Gardening
    DIY & crafts
    Books
    Art & design
    Animals
    Yoga / Wellness
    Nature
    Mountain
    Hiking
    Cycling
    Camping
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We are an artistic family who loves an easygoing, creative, and more sustainable way of living. I work with crochet, lead crochet workshops, and teach yoga, while my husband is a foreign politics journalist and also a musician.
    We are slowly (very slowly 😊) developing our permaculture garden and enjoying the process of learning as we go.
    We love cultural exchange and are always happy to share a few words of Portuguese, Spanish, and Croatian with our volunteers.

  • Au pair

    Au Pair Help

    This host is looking for Au pair help.

  • Help

    Help

    During spring and summer, we need the most help in the garden: seeding, planting, transplanting, and weeding, as well as caring for the soil and our fruit trees. Most of the help during this time is outdoors and physically demanding.
    During winter and on colder days, we need more help inside the house, mainly with cooking and cleaning. We also need support with our daughter through creative play, teaching her English, and keeping her entertained without screen time.
    On a regular basis, we may also need help with cooking for everyone and with the daily cleaning of the space.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Croatian: Fluent
    Portuguese: Fluent
    Spanish: Intermediate
    French: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We live in a beautiful, traditional house in the countryside. It’s neither big nor small, and while it is comfortable, there are still some ongoing upgrades and small construction projects. Our lifestyle is quite simple and rural β€” for example, our kitchen is small and we don’t have a dishwasher.
    Volunteers stay in a large room on the ground floor, which also serves as our music and creative space. It’s a welcoming, cozy area where you’ll have your own place to sleep and relax.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We are very close to beautiful hiking trails in the JapetiΔ‡ mountain, as well as lovely walks through the valley. This location is perfect for nature lovers β€” it’s a quiet village with not much to do besides hiking and enjoying the outdoors, which is exactly what we love about living here.
    From time to time, our neighbour offers wild herb foraging workshops, and we’re happy to check the schedule if this is something you’d be interested in.
    From our village, you can catch a train to Zagreb in just 35 minutes, giving you easy access to everything a big city has to offer β€” culture, events, cafΓ©s, and more β€” while still enjoying peaceful rural life at home.

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    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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    My animals / pets

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A child and an adult cook together in a cozy kitchen. The child stands on a wooden stool, both focused on the pan near a window.
Two people stand outside near a bright bonfire, warming their hands. Surrounded by trees and grass, they appear happy, enjoying a cool evening together.
A colorful mural of a whimsical tree with flowers and leaves is painted on a slanted wall in a cozy, wooden room. Painting supplies are scattered below.
A cozy living room scene with three people—two adults and one child—sitting together on a couch, reading a book, near a staircase and toys.
A woman and child sit closely on a couch. The woman is knitting with white yarn while the child, focused, uses a yellow crochet hook. Cozy, relaxed atmosphere.
A solitary, leafless tree stands in a snowy, foggy landscape. Footprints lead towards it, and a lone figure is visible beneath the tree’s bare branches.
This cozy room features a bed with a floral blanket, a desk, bookshelves, maps, flags, colorful lights, and various books and decorations, creating a vibrant atmosphere.
A woman holds a young child among tall sunflowers in a lush, green garden. The background features mountains, trees, and a tranquil blue sky.
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A person in a green jacket pulls a child on a sled through thick snow. Bare trees and snow-covered buildings create a peaceful, wintry scene.
A happy family of three poses closely together outdoors, enjoying the sunshine. The parents smile warmly, hugging their young child, who wears a red jacket.
The image depicts a serene forest scene with a woman sitting on the ground, surrounded by trees and fallen leaves, with a bright sun shining through the branches.
The image depicts a window with a wooden frame, showcasing a man holding a child, surrounded by vases of flowers, with a white wall and a bright light source visible in the background.
The image depicts a house with a large yard, featuring a fence and a tree, set against a backdrop of a clear sky, evoking a sense of serenity and tranquility.
The image depicts a cozy room with a man operating a laptop and speakers, surrounded by a few people, including a woman holding a baby, amidst a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The image depicts a family of three posing for a photo in a picturesque outdoor setting, with rolling hills and a blue sky in the background.

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