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*** For mid of October to mid of December, we are looking for volunteers who are interested in harvesting our olives with us. If you like to learn more about olives, how to pick them up, see how an olive mill works, prepare eatable olives and cut trees you are very welcome. ***
We are Connie and Wolfgang from Germany and we bought an old house here in the Peloponnese region near Zacharo, with a 15,000 square meter plot of land on which there are around 200 olive trees.
In Germany we started our self-sufficiency project with a large garden plot, which we now want to rebuild here in Greece. This includes reclaiming the soil, obtaining seeds of local vegetables and plants, cultivating old varieties (especially tomatoes, chillies, jalapeños) and adapting them to the new conditions, greening, flower strips, rainwater harvesting and much more. We eat a vegan diet, preferably organic and value sustainability in all areas.
We love dogs and came to Greece with 2 Czechoslovakian wolfhounds. Within six months we took in 5 more street dogs. Unfortunately, we can't take in any more at the moment as we don't have enough fenced-in space. We try to place street dogs or find them a place in one of the local non-profit organizations.
We are looking for people who are likeminded, who are skilled and working in the areas of wood, metal, gardening and landscaping.
We are on a vegan diet and would be happy for people that have the same mindset.
Machines for woodworking, metalworking and stoneworking are available on our property.
Wolfgang has many years of experience in these areas and needs strong support. Practical skills and experience are a basic requirement to carry out our projects. We can clarify everything else best over the phone. -
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Animal Care
Help around the house
Light maintenance
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Interests
Self development
Sustainability
Pets
Vegetarian or vegan
Farming
Plant care
Carpentry
Hiking
Cycling
Nature
Camping
Mountain
Beach
Yoga / Wellness
DIY & crafts
Gardening
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UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Our house and land are located 5 km from Zacharo in the mountains at an altitude of 300 meters with beautiful sea and mountain views. Zacharo is a small Greek town that is not very touristy, but has lots of shops, a weekly market and a beautiful sandy beach. Nearby is Lake Kaiafa with its thermal baths (sulphurous), the legendary city of Olympia and the Temple of Apollo Epicurius.
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Help
- Building a workshop for wood and metal projects
- Cultivating organic olive trees and harvesting olives
- Fencing off part of the property for the dogs and vegetable growing
- Concrete tasks and building walls
- Building a greenhouse
- Building a rainwater harvesting system
- Building a composter
- Tidying up the property
- Cooking vegan meals
- Helping us create permaculture beds and tending the plants
- Building a place for wild bees without honey extraction (Zeitler)
- Nesting boxes for birds, insect hotels
Do you find yourself in one or more projects? Then get in touch with us. -
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
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Accommodation
We have a large, cozy caravan surrounded by mountains and olive trees which we are happy to make available. Near the caravan you will find our brandnew outdoor kitchen as well as a shower and a compost toilet. Thanks to our former workaways helping us with this.
In addition, there is a beautiful pitch in front of our house with an incredible sea view and enough space for tents and caravans on the property.
We will provide 2 vegan meals a day (lunch and dinner) and will pay the ingredients for the breakfast. We enjoy sharing our meals and are happy to also share cooking preparation. -
What else ...
Wolfgang has over 30 years of professional experience in metal and wood working. He has worked passionately to reclaim soil in his previous project, and is always using creative methods to enhance the self-sufficiency on his projects. He invites like minded people to share in finding more creative methods to keep the project, the land and each of us expanding and growing .
Some of the values we hold dear to us include:
- Working independently but also possessing a collaborative mindset
- Being punctual and reliable with each other
- Having a creative approach to work
- That communication is key to working and living harmoniously together.
We prefer to plan 2 weeks of stay intially but we are open to longer periods if we discuss it during your stay.
As our wolfhounds are very territorial and rather skeptical of strangers, we currently do not want any visiting dogs. The caravan and pitches are not accessible to our dogs. But if you have the time and patience, you are welcome to meet these interesting creatures.
The nearest bus stop is Zacharo, which can be reached by KTEL bus service. After your arrival we will pick you up. Please keep in mind that we are living in a remote area, so if you like to move around we recommend a rental (bike or car). There is also a possibility to hitchhike. -
A little more information
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Internet access
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Limited internet access
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We have pets
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We are smokers
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Can host families
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Can host digital nomads
unlimited wifi
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Space for parking camper vans
Spaces available with water and electricity surrounded by olive trees. One space with beautiful view to the sea.
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How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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During their stay, they helped us with a variety of tasks in the garden, including planting beans, setting up bamboo supports for climbing plants, weeding, and carrying stones for a wall project. They also did an excellent job cleaning the caravan they stayed in, both inside and outside, leaving it … read more
She also worked in the garden, realizing the bean tippees with us, helps weeding, making wholes for tomatos- and paprikaplants, cuts bamboo and helps with what was … read more
I spent two weeks with them in the beautiful Peloponnese region, surrounded by olive trees! I did all sorts of different chores: lots of … read more
They supported us greatly during the olive harvest and later helped take care of our vegetable beds with a lot … read more
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During their stay, they helped us with a variety of tasks in the garden, including planting beans, setting up bamboo supports for climbing plants, weeding, and carrying stones for a wall project. They also did an excellent job cleaning the caravan they stayed in, both inside and outside, leaving it … read more
She also worked in the garden, realizing the bean tippees with us, helps weeding, making wholes for tomatos- and paprikaplants, cuts bamboo and helps with what was … read more
I spent two weeks with them in the beautiful Peloponnese region, surrounded by olive trees! I did all sorts of different chores: lots of … read more
They supported us greatly during the olive harvest and later helped take care of our vegetable beds with a lot … read more
A lot of their time was spent painting our … read more
The place is truly beautiful, and the caravan is beyond comfortable, you will for sure sleep good.
We had the chance to work on various projects … read more
From the very first day, we felt very welcome (especially in the caravan, which has a very comfortable bed). Their seven dogs are all adorable in their own way, and you'll get to cuddle them every day.
The tasks were always … read more
She was always punctual, very reliable, and approached every task—even those that were new to her—with great … read more
These two weeks are unforgettable memories. I learned a lot about gardening and organic planting, and planting each plant is not easy at all, let alone the manpower and resources required for high-quality farming. I won’t waste any food from now on.
Every meal Connie cooked was amazing and … read more
The two were always in a good mood, enjoyed every task, and infected everyone with their good humor.
Whether it was planting tomato plants with sing-along music, cutting bamboo, or carrying stones, they got it done; nothing … read more
We shared delicious vegan meals every day, filled with laughter, great conversations, and the … read more
We got along excellently from the beginning. Charline and Alexis are a great, harmonious couple who work perfect together. They are very considerate, reliable, structured and do not shy away from any work.
Alexis worked on the construction of the outdoor shower and the … read more
It was very pleasant from beginning to the end, they have a huge green place where we parked our van surrounded by … read more
We got along excellently from the beginning. Charline and Alexis are a great, harmonious couple who work perfect together. They are very considerate, reliable, structured and do not shy away from any work.
Charline initially helped with the general gardening and then … read more
Firstly, I was totally conquered by the project before coming, and when we arrived, I discovered very nice people and an amazing place. Our van found a lovely spot between the olive trees, surrounded by nature, quietness with nice … read more
When it comes to craft work (we made an outdoor kitchen) he is very precise and creative. He enjoys learning new things and implements them quickly. Wolfgang showed him how to weld and after a few hours … read more
I had a very good experience, this was my 15th project on workaway and I can guarantee this is the most tool and machinery equipped project on this platform.
Wolfgang used to work in Germany with many machines and brought them all to Greece, everything for wood, … read more
François is a calm, disciplined person who was very interested in all manual work. He learns quickly, asks a lot of questions and is very precise in his work. Wolfgang enjoyed showing him metal welding and other things in … read more
Connie is a very good person, very welcoming and caring. … read more
