Help a spiritual family in the garden, Algarve, Portugal

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We are a spiritual family of four with a dog, cats and chickens, ducks, and doves ! We live at the end of a rough track in a wooden house on a two hectare plot in a beautiful valley about 15 minutes walk from the local village for cafes, internet and local bus services and 20 minutes from Lagos, Western Algarve and beaches. There is only intermittent mobile phone signal.
We are in 'the nature' here !
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Help
We are looking for volunteers with some carpentry experience and a love of gardening! We would like help on the land, strimming, rotavating and light land clearing, but our major project is to cultivate more of the land so we can become self sufficient. An interest in cooking with what is available would be good and help with the 'school runs' so a driving licence is essential!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Caravan, with composting loo and separate, basic bathroom.
We like you to do your own breakfast, and evening meal and offer fresh juice at lunchtime.
What else ...
There are buses from the village to Lagos where ther are beaches, restaurants bars etc and the town is quite lively. Otherwise, the local village has bars with TV and pool table, eateries, post office, ATM, and two local shops.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 hours a day, 5 days a week

Host ref number: 1153997994d5

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26 Feb 2020

Left by Workawayer (Federico Tomas & Ignacio Gaston) for host

What an amazing experience we had with this family !
We only stayed for one week, but we would like to stayed for longer, because was a beautiful and relaxing place, Chris, Karen and the girls are very good people and we learned a lot from them. We miss Shanti !!
The work that we did was very nice, we had our space and time to work and they… read more

(Excellent )

29 Oct 2019

Left by Workawayer (Ohana) for host

There’s two types of hosts on Workaway: the ones that just teach you about the activities that you are there to do and the ones that share their house, their meals, their way of life and how they see the world, their ideas and laughs... and you learn so much more than just the work that you were there to do! Chris, Karen, Grace and Bliss do not… read more fit into either of these categories because they are so much more... They really open their hearts when they receive you, once you arrive you will simply feel at home, they take care of you and they really care about you and not just about the work you are there to do.
We initially went there to stay one week, but we could not leave after only one week, we asked to stay one more and they were more than happy to let us stay longer. They live with awesome neighbours, animals such as funny ducks and chickens which help in the garden and as a bonus produce delicious eggs; a very special and sweet dog called shanty, that is addicted to balls and full of energy and love, (be prepared to throw her ball over and over again!); and a cat that just had babies when we were there which were absolutely adorable! Chris and Karen were lovely, kind and patient and even invited us to join their family dinners every evening. I think we can both say that dinner was one of our favourite parts of the day, not only because of the delicious food but because of the great conversations we had about their experiences, their knowledge, their path into spirituality and some really funny conversations. Chris and Karen both work at a fasting centre as yoga teachers in the near by area. They both have lots of knowledge in yoga, spirituality, Buddhist philosophy and practice, dowsing, fasting/ juicing and we even got to take part in a yoga class run by Karin on Thursday and in a ceremony run by Chris at the fasting center, truly amazing! They have an amazing yurt on their property which we took advantage of to meditate there in the morning.
About the work, it was not too difficult, and they are very flexible, we discussed with them to decide together the tasks that needed priority, what we preferred to do first, etc. We were there to help with general maintenance of the land, taking care of the vegetable garden, feeding the animals and cooking which was an absolute pleasure.
We stayed in an amazing campervan! It was super clean and organised, full of food, and with a sweet note on top of the table when we arrived. They have loads of books which they are more then happy for you to borrow. We already miss you all! Thank you so much for everything, we know we already said it, but we really appreciated our time with you guys and we don’t think we are able to show, just with words, how glad we are for ended up in your place among a thousand hosts in Portugal.

(Excellent )

15 Sep 2019

Left by Workawayer (Catherine & Justin ) for host

Chris and Karen are gracious, sweet hosts and admirable people. Upon arrival, they provided us with a well appointed camper and stocked fridge; homemade marmalade, bio organic butter, drinking water, fresh bread and hen and duck eggs from Karen’s own backyard flock!

We were there in late summer and the weather was very hot and dry ...and windy… read more

(Excellent )

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26 Feb 2020

Left by Workawayer (Federico Tomas & Ignacio Gaston) for host

(Excellent )

29 Oct 2019

Left by Workawayer (Ohana) for host

(Excellent )

15 Sep 2019

Left by Workawayer (Catherine & Justin ) for host

(Excellent )

11 Mar 2016

Left by Workawayer (Bianca) for host

Well this was a ridiculous, crazy, beautiful, loving, amazing encounter with this family. By luck or divine guidance my daughter and I arrived into these loving arms… all 8 of them. We had a great time joining the gang, sharing our singing, laughter, wonderful meals and of course doing some work :) It was nice to have a few projects presented and… read more

(Excellent )

21 Oct 2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Sandra)

Thank you!!

(Excellent )

26 Oct 2014

Left by Workawayer (Sandra) for host

There's hardly anything good left to say about Karen, Chris, Bliss and Gracie which hasn't been said yet. Because it's all true- they are a wonderful, loving and both inspired and inspiring family.
They gave me a very warm welcome and everything I needed along with jobs to do for the week. In the evening we enjoyed many wonderful meals together.… read more

(Excellent )

15 Mar 2014

Left by Workawayer (Vivien_Tabea) for host

Our stay at Chris and Karens was defenetly one of our best! They rescued us after we standet in Lagos and gave us a welcoming place. Right after the first week we decided to stay for more than a month and enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere at this place. while our stay we learned a lot new skills , espacially about all their characteristical animals… read more

(Excellent )

27 Feb 2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Anthony)

Thanks Anthony, I hope you learned as much from us as we from you. Welcome back to the valley!

(Excellent )

17 May 2013

Left by Workawayer (Anthony) for host

It has been over a year since i had my workaway experience with Chris and Karen, Bliss and Gracey, sorry it has taken so long. I originally went for 2 weeks and was taken in by their beautiful way of being, calm, patient, warm and loving are but a few words to describe the wonderful energies bestowed upon my presence there.
The bar has really… read more

(Excellent )

27 Feb 2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Nina)

We loved having you here and wish you could have stayed longer! Maybe next time !! And we cannot thank you enough for your wonderful crafting contribution for the school. You are two really lovely souls, undemanding and accepting. A joyful experience. Thank you.

(Excellent )

23 Feb 2014

Left by Workawayer (Nina) for host

The two weeks we spend with Chris, Karen, Bliss & Gracie were one of the most beautiful of our trip through Europe. We were fascinated by their lifestyle full of laughter, warmth and gratitude. We enjoyed the work we did in the garden as much as the yoga classes that we could join. We were glad that we could help making some handcrafted items for… read more

(Excellent )

2 May 2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Harmony)

Harmony, your time with us was mutually beneficial. We really appreciated your initiative, your work ethic and your lovely bright and colourful aura. Always smiling and happy to undertake even the most tiresome of jobs! We were really impressed by your physical strength and your independence and felt we could really rely on you. It was really easy… read more

(Excellent )

23 Jun 2012

Left by Workawayer (Harmony) for host

This was my first workaway experience, and definitely one of the highlights of my trip so far. Chris and Karen are amazing people. They are caring, patient, big-hearted and their daughters are absolutely adorable. I feel blessed that I got to be part of their world for 2 1/2 weeks, to share their conversations and laughters, know about their… read more

(Excellent )

7 Oct 2012

Left by host for Workawayer (markjamesdye)

Thank you Mark for coming to help us. You did more than help, you have really moved us on- your enthusiasm, initiative, work ethic, your sense of humour and your wonderful energy made this a memorable experience for us. The kids really liked you too, and enjoyed the fire ceremonies with you!
You are most welcome here, anytime
With love and light… read more

(Excellent )

6 Oct 2012

Left by Workawayer (markjamesdye) for host

I cannot find the words to explain the amazing time I had at Chris & Karens. I was welcomed with open arms straight away, taken here, shown this, offered the opportunity to try that, after two days i felt like we had been friends for a decade. If the opportunity to visit Chris & Karen's little piece of paradise arises, drop everything and go. It… read more

(Excellent )

6 Oct 2011

Left by Workawayer () for host

Karen and Chris were fantastic hosts and made us feel part of the family and projects they were working on. They are keen for workaways to have a good time and spent time (and petrol) showing us the local area and beaches. It was great to be given a project to work on and be able to put our energy into it and be rewarded by seeing the difference… read more

(Excellent )

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Help a spiritual family in the garden, Algarve, Portugal

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Accommodation

What else ...

A little more information

Can host digital nomads

Space for parking camper vans

Can possibly accept pets

How many Workawayers can stay?

Hours expected

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