Join our family and help with eco-friendly project close to Odeceixe, Portugal

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  Description

  Join Us in the Algarve-Alentejo Region of Portugal!
  
  About Our Project:
  
  Hello! We are Ruan, Tina, and our little boy, Ray Lua. We have a beautiful four-hectare piece of land in a lush valley with a river, located just 10 minutes from the sea and close to Aljezur and Odeceixe. Our vision is to create a sustainable living space focused on permaculture and natural building. We invite you to join us in this exciting journey and contribute to our eco-friendly project.
  
  Currently, we are planting the veggie patch, setting up fencing for animals and preparing to host retreats and camping trips on the land. This summer we will host people during a two or three day horse tour and also want to create some spots to welcome other campers.
  
  We welcome help with:
  
  • Natural Building: Basic carpentry and other tasks.
  • Land Tasks: Vegetable garden, fencing, pruning etc.
  • Babysitting
  • Cooking
  
  We ask for about 3-4 hours of help each weekday, and we are flexible with the schedule.
  
  Accommodation and Food:
  
  We offer a sleeping spot in a tent or campervan in our beautiful valley with a flowing river. According to the work schedule, we’ll provide lunch and/or dinner. Amenities include a compost toilet and an outdoor shower.
  
  Cultural and Recreational Opportunities:
  
  Enjoy surfing, exploring charming villages, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, yoga, meditation, and breathwork. We have lived here for four years and can connect you with many inspiring locals.
  
  Practical Information:
  
  • Transportation: Having a car is beneficial but not necessary. We can often combine trips for transport. Hitchhiking is common here.
  • Duration of Stay: Preferably a minimum of two weeks and a maximum of two months, but we are flexible.
  • Health and Safety: Use common sense for safety. No fires and preferably no smoking due to fire risk in dry months.
  
  Our Story:
  
  Ruan grew up in South Africa and moved to Portugal for a change in perspective, focusing on nature and mental well-being. He was drawn to the coast for spearfishing. Tina loves horseback riding, nature, and knows a lot about plants. She has traveled extensively in India and South America, and speaks Spanish, French, English, Portuguese, and Dutch fluently. She is also a yoga teacher and enjoys surfing. Together, we are dedicated to creating a sustainable living space and inspiring others.
  
  Pets:
  
  We have two dogs and a horse. If you have pets, let’s discuss to ensure it’s a good match.
  
  We look forward to welcoming you and working together to build a sustainable future!

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Farmstay help

  Babysitting and creative play

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  General Maintenance
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  The Algarve-Alentejo region is rich in cultural diversity and natural beauty. You can enjoy:
  
  • Surfing: Excellent opportunities on the nearby coast.
  • Exploring Villages: Charming and inspiring local communities.
  • Outdoor Activities: Hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking.
  • Wellness Activities: Yoga, meditation, and breathwork.
  
  We have been living here for four years and can connect you with many inspiring locals.

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  Help

  We welcome help with various tasks, and we are flexible depending on your skills and preferences:
  
  • Natural Building: Basic carpentry and other natural building tasks.
  • Babysitting
  • Cooking: Preparing healthy meals.
  • Land Tasks: Assisting with general land maintenance and permaculture projects.
  
  We ask for about 4 hours of help each weekday, and we are flexible with the schedule. Weekends are generally free, but we can adjust based on your needs.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  Afrikaans: Fluent
  English: Fluent
  Spanish: Fluent
  French: Fluent
  Portuguese: Intermediate

  This host offers a language exchange
  This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
  You can contact them directly for more information.
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  Accommodation

  We offer a sleeping spot in a tent or campervan in a beautiful, lush valley with a flowing river. Amenities include a compost toilet and an outdoor shower for a comfortable and eco-friendly stay.

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  What else ...

  Practical Information:
  
  • Transportation: Having your own car is beneficial, but not necessary. We can often combine our trips with yours for transport to beaches, villages, or towns. Hitchhiking is also a common and accepted practice here.
  • Duration of Stay: We prefer a minimum stay of about two weeks and a maximum of two months, but we are flexible.
  • Health and Safety: Use common sense to ensure your safety. Due to the high fire risk during the dry months of July, August, and September, no fires are allowed, and preferably no smoking.
  
  Note: On the land there is no reception and a star- link spot for WiFi.

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  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

  One area with WiFi. Recommended to have a car and work in bar. Welcome to stay on the land as well.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  We offer a beautiful lush area near the river. It would be good if you are more or less self sufficient with the camper.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  If they go well with our pets:)

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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