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13 Jul 2026
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Min stay requested: 1 month or more
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Description
My name is Alison, I am an artist and dancer from Wales- who has been living on the beautiful island of La Palma for the past 20 years, where I also run a small English and dance academy in the nearby town where I host oriental and ecstatic dance classes. My home is an off-grid eco house on a bio banana finca, perched on the edge of a cliff overlooking the spectacular 'Caldera de Taburiente National Park'. With pristine protected skies, spring water and run entirely on solar energy. Although it’s not officially an animal sanctuary, more than 20 rescued animals live here- mostly volcano rescues, and the place and its visitors help support this fluffy community. Access is by a dry riverbed and a steep footpath (about 10–15 minutes hike from the nearest car park), so only suitable for those with an active level of fitness who don't mind carrying supplies (supplies can be delivered by jeep- but its not always available). From the finca you can hike directly into the National Park and we love sharing this very special place with our visitors. 🌿✨
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Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help with Computers/ Internet
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Interests
Pets
Sustainability
Vegetarian or vegan
Events & social
Culture
Farming
Charity work
Blogging
Cooking & food
Photography
Languages
Gardening
DIY & crafts
Plant care
Performing arts
Drawing & painting
Animals
Nature
Beach
Hiking
Yoga / Wellness
Dancing
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
- Learning about off-grid living and animal care.
- Experiencing nature immersion with the glamping comforts of a fully kitted kitchen and hot shower facilities.
- Magical garden tea with superfood herbs we grow and spring water, perfect for a detox.
- Language exchange with a native English speaker and teacher (you must speak either Spanish or English fluently to work with our team but can learn the other language)
- Hiking and exploring the incredible island of La Palma, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Marine Reserve, Cultural and Architectural heritage site, and a Starlight Reserve, famous for its wildlife, nature and spectacular star-filled night skies.
- Access to local events: concerts, eco-farm visits, art classes and ecstatic and belly dance sessions by Alison. -
Help
*URGENT HELP NEEDED* IMMEDIATE START. We really need a magical Elven helper to jump on board asap! :)
About the place & expectations
- A peaceful, safe and beautiful retreat in the heart of nature where people can reconnect with the Earth, rescued animals and each other.
- This is a SOBER space: NO alcohol, smoking or drugs are allowed, for everyone’s health and safety. IMPORTANT
- We are a vegetarian homestead, so this diet is preferred (though not strictly mandatory). We hope to inspire an ethical and ecological way of eating. Food is not included which is reflected in the time asked for help.
- Life here is simple and shared. We work together to care for the house, gardens, animals and living spaces. You will have your daily duties, but we encourage a community spirit where we help each other out to ensure tasks are done not only well, but with great care and beauty.
- If you mainly want to explore the island, this may not be the right place, as access to the finca requires a walk and the lifestyle here is quite involved. However, if you value community living, animal cuddles and the off-grid experience, this place will be your paradise. There will be plenty of opportunities to explore the island in your free time.
- Days can vary, so it helps if you are flexible and happy to go with the flow.
- We enjoy welcoming friendly, sociable people who love nature, animals and community life. A good working rhythm and attention to detail are important. Sometimes things move quickly to get jobs done, while at other times the pace is relaxed.
- You will have one of the glamping single beds in the beautiful garden- these are our most popular sleeping spaces. We share an outdoor kitchen with a hot outdoor shower under the stars and compost toilets. Due to limited solar electricity we share a communal fridge and do not use large electrical appliances. (so no hair dryers or electric bikes please!- you can pay to charge a bike battery in the town studio though if you do travel with an e-bike)
CURRENT OFFER:
- We mainly currently need help caring for and watering the tropical ecological garden
- We also need love and attention and help with our 30+ rescued animals including dogs, cats, chickens and a turtle
- We need help building a new chicken run/palace
-Our very cheeky 10 year old dog MR Sunday needs some walks as he's a lazy boy! He has a huge fan club and people returning to visit him specially and paying the mandatory 'Cheese tax'. We also have a 17 year old mostly blind dog- Woolly- who needs lot's of cuddles and a short guided walk around the farm.
- Help with putting content on our Instagram & Facebook and with our new animal fundraising -
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: 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
As a workawayer you will have a lovely bed in one of our fairytale outdoor beds.(our most popular options to sleep)
You will be expected to provide your own food which you can prepare after work in the well equipped kitchens .
The hours expected are 15/ week which is about 2h a day
2 single spaces available -
What else ...
La Palma is an incredible island of legends, hiking, black sandy beaches, volcanic deserts, and lush green rainforests. The people are very friendly and open, and have many many open air fiestas!
Great for mountain biking, diving, paragliding, art and culture.... And fabulous flea markets. -
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
We have several good internet connections, that are mostly reliable-and lots of light airy places to work in.
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How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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My animals / pets
Rey Charles and friends
Flopsy the disabled rabbit
Sunday and Woolly
Many cats
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Feedback (18)
I mainly taught English in Alison's school, but also did a few things around the grounds.
Alison taught me how to drive the 4x4 up and down those hills, and since I love driving, it was a nice thing to learn :)
I can't think of a moment in my 2 months stay there, that I didn't like. To this … read more
the six weeks that I stayed with you felt more like a year because they were, apart from the obvious chores in a hostel, filled with magic, women’s circle, sound bath, biodanza, watching you dance Tango, mermaid walks with the dogs in the riverbed, singing happy Birthday to your mother in 4 languages…en fin… loads of magic memories 🪄 … read more
I spent almost 2 … read more
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Cultural exchange:
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Communication:
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I mainly taught English in Alison's school, but also did a few things around the grounds.
Alison taught me how to drive the 4x4 up and down those hills, and since I love driving, it was a nice thing to learn :)
I can't think of a moment in my 2 months stay there, that I didn't like. To this … read more
the six weeks that I stayed with you felt more like a year because they were, apart from the obvious chores in a hostel, filled with magic, women’s circle, sound bath, biodanza, watching you dance Tango, mermaid walks with the dogs in the riverbed, singing happy Birthday to your mother in 4 languages…en fin… loads of magic memories 🪄 … read more
I spent almost 2 … read more
This is a fantastic place to visit. Lots of animals to look after, beautiful scenery, great place to stay. I highly recommend :)
He speaks several languages fluently and loves practicing and learning more.
He was in charge of general maintenance ,recycling , compost toilets looking after dogs ,cats, Chickens and Guinea … read more
At first the people are really special and loving people. I really felt part of a loving and warm family. Everybody was really welcoming from the start. Allison and team, Thanks again! … read more
A very special place for very special people :)
You will love this place and the unique grounding energy at the foot of the caldeira
with a stunning few and the most delicious mountain water!
I thought about 2 weeks and stayed 2,5 month :)
Every morning I had the … read more
And all the … read more
I found how healing was to express with the body and dancing.
Alison does a lovely belly dance with her magical wings and its so envolving.
This is the place that magic happens.
I made many yoga and meditation classes and the way I connected with people was unique.
The food is amazing, all provided from … read more
I was an English teacher but I was also a part of all of … read more
He is a real outdoor type , choosing to sleep under the stars in his hammock. He was a great help clearing a big space which we want to use for a little hut, and also caring for the garden. Many thanks Gergo.
She … read more
I had so much fun with alison.
We did some yoga and biodanza together.
The work was really easy and you have lots of freedom.
If you have any idea you just have to ask her and normaly there is always a way that you can do it.
I really miss this place with the dogs, the cats, the horse, the nics and all … read more
