Help build a piece of paradise in the heart of Ribeiro, Spain

Spain

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05/04/2020
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2020

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Description
I'm Ivan and I am building a piece of paradise in the heart of Ribeiro, renowned for its good wine and good people. The farm has 4.5 hectares, including a vineyard, a small olive orchard and fruits trees. My practices are based on ecological practices.

You only live once but if you live right, once is enough…

This place will give you the opportunity to reconnect within a natural world without neglecting the environment.

Come and help , you will eat organic while listening what Mother Nature has to whisper to your mind and soul

Nowaday i am not a business ,i am building a farm with a big garden,a forest of vegetables,with olives and grqpes and a house ,my goal is to become one maybe after a couple of years ... selling experencies for city people , in a farm ,but it still does not work...

Nowaday there is no a vineyard and no olives orchard, I'm trying to find them in the forest....
Type of help
Gardening
Building
General Maintenance
Cooking / shopping
Farmstay
Help with Eco project
Help in the house
Teaching
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Here you can learn about beautifull place colled galicia and her languge and cultura ,you can learn spanish with me .you can learn about plants and ecological practise in agriculture
Help
I need serious help with the maintenance of the farm and the house;

- clean roads, plant seeds and harvest produce from the garden,
- helps in the vineyard and with the olive trees,(only clean the area and find them into the forest,...)
- cutting wood,
- cooking, house cleaning
- bio construction,
- general maintenance like painting.

Always need helps, having fun with setting aside stress.
Languages spoken
Español, Galego a little of English Y un petit peu de Francais
Accommodation
Accommodation is in the familiar house located in a wonderful, quiet ambiance, surround by vineyard and fruits trees. There is 3 individual rooms, good for a person or a couple. There is plenty to eat in order to prepare your meals.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Ivan and Asia

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Feedback left by and about host (18)

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24/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Gabriel & Justine) for host

It was our first workaway at Ivan's place. It was definitely a maturing and interesting experience for both of us.

Ivan taught us lots of things about permaculture and gardening in general. He really tried to give us varied tasks which we appreciated. Before we came at his house, he made us aware that we were mostly going to do weeding, so that… read more

(Very good )

04/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Danielle & Joao Alberto) for host

Nosotros quedamos 20 días en la Finca en Mayo. Ivan es muy gentil , easy going y siempre preocupado por el bienestar de todos. Él entiende y sigue la esencia del Workaway, con lo que lo recomendamos. Muchas gracias Ivan e sus amigos (Isaac, David y Borja Silva), por presentarnos la cultura Gallega. Fue una experiencia increíble.

(Excellent )

16/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Amy) for host

I spent a beautiful 3 weeks at Ivan`s farm. It is a piece of paradise! The views of the river from the farm are stunning. Ivan was a great host, he made sure that we had lots of food and bought fresh fish when he found out I don´t eat meat. He was very attentive to solving little issues that came up, such as warmth at night and propane for cooking… read more

(Excellent )

10/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Эдуард & Лилия) for host

I recommend to all volunteers to visit the estate of Ivan. He is noble, kind, friendly owner. His farm is large and the work is interesting ever. We knew a lot of permaculture. Ivan is wisdom man and to talk with him was useful... His house is big and rather comfortable. And his dog Asia ! It's fantastic! At free time we went to hot springs in… read more

(Excellent )

07/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Suzanne) for host

This was my first workaway experience and I could not have asked for anything better. I was only at Ivan’s for 2 weeks and was definitely sad to leave . Ivan was an excellent host . He made me feel welcome immediately making sure I had everything I needed. Having my own room and Asia (the adorable and amazing guard dog ) was a fantastic bonus. The… read more

(Excellent )

01/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (stephan) for host

Hi, I`m Stephan. I spent 5 weeks with Ivan and Asia at his Place. Ivan is a real character, and his place is very beautiful and authentic. Asia his very relaxed dog and great acompany.
Ivan is super correct concerning the work at his farm. I highly recommend this to every workawayer

(Very good )

08/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Amanda) for host

I stayed with Ivan for a week in early September and had a fantastic time. The work wasn’t too difficult and it was great to be able to eat the fruits of our labour at mealtimes. The accomodation is comfortable and clean. I worked in the garden picking vegetables, removing any rotten vegetables, planting, building up piles of compost and general… read more

(Excellent )

05/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Mirjan) for host

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(Negative )

26/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jan) for host

I stayed at Ivan's finca almost 2weeks and i really like the place.
Ivan is very welcoming and caring person. He is funny, open and so easy going. He has so many stories to tell and when he is at the house you will never get bored.
The accomodation is basic but surrounding is beatiful. The silence at the night was perfect and i could sleep like… read more

(Very good )

24/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (Ivan) for host

Thanks you Ivan for every think. It was a very great experience to be in your house. From the firsts minutes I felt very confortable. The work was always in the good mood .I Hope to comeback quickly. See you soon

(Excellent )

16/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Oliver) for host

Ivan is a fantastic soul I got along with from the very first moment. He shared everything with me and provided everything that has been asked for. Sometimes I felt a bit bad because I thought I could have done some more work, but he insisted that we should enjoy our time at his place. Which I certainly did. Ivan is pure and authentic, like his… read more

(Excellent )

19/09/2017

Left by Workawayer (Randolf) for host

Unfortunately Ivan and I did not find together though I was very much interested in helping him for a certain time. The simple reason was that his dog obviously does not accept other dogs and since I am travelling with one, Ivan decided that it would not be good. It's a real pity we did not try this, as my dog does not cause any harm, but Ivan… read more

(Excellent )

07/09/2017

Left by Workawayer (Attila) for host

This place has everything someone needs for an excellent workaway experience: the farm is very cosy, and separated enough from the crowdy city, that is still reachable if you want to take a hot bath in one of the beautiful thermals around; the host, Ivan is absolutely nice constantly providing lots of useful ideas regarding gardening so you can… read more

(Excellent )

03/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Korrie) for host

After walking the Camino we found this beautiful place to land and give something back. Ivan was really warm and generous, he knows and explains a lot about the farming and is building his paradise from his heart. Also the house was lovely. Very grateful for the experience and for Ivan, you are in our hearts. Wish you all the best and hope we will… read more

(Excellent )

23/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Allison) for host

I had a great time with Ivan... it was so good to have my fingers in the earth again, planting seeds and plants, tending the vegetables etc.

So glad you appreciated my cooking Ivan.

Allison

(Excellent )

05/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Raviv) for host

I spent 2 great weeks with Ivan and everything was exactly like I hoped when I signed to workaway.
The farm is beutiful, the work is great and not to hard, the area is very quiet and peacful(great river!), and most important- Ivan is a really good host. I had everything I wanted and needed.
If you are looking for a place to do some farming while… read more

(Excellent )

08/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (Daniel) for host

Pasé dos semanas en la finca de Ivan y las pasé fenomenal! Fue una experiencia distinto para mí y aprendí mucho trabajando con Ivan y otros voluntarios. El trabajo era duro, pero eso me gusta. Era un tipo de trabajo (quitando malas hierbas, cortando ramas, cogiendo pimientos, etc.) que podría recomendar como una buena pausa de trabajar en una… read more

(Excellent )

07/06/2015

Left by Workawayer (Valdirene) for host

What can I say about my time in Ivan´s place??
I can say I am very lucky person, when I wrote him, I was sure there would be a good place, but it was a amazing place.
His farm is very beautiful and job is fair,
I learnt a several things with him,
He is a very easy going guy, with a big heart, so simple person and very generous.
He was always… read more

(Excellent )

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