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We are in our mid fifties enjoying a retired peaceful life surrounded by nature. Need basic help around the farm
We enjoy growing a large variety of organic plants....fruits and vegetables.
The Finca is close to Vilcabamba Ecuador and you will be living in your own one bedroom apartment.
We need assistance with planting and general upkeep of the area around the finca as it is approximately 30 acres.
Internet and transportation to town provided.
All groceries will be provided and cooked meals can be shared based on diet requirements and your meal preferences.
We do not have pets, but plan to get a couple of dogs
We are learning Spanish but fluent in English , so if you want to learn English and about organic permaculture, this is going to be a great experience for you. Couples and families are welcome too.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You get to stay in a wonderful finca 5 minutes from Vilcabamba.
Organic produce and learn English
Help with premaculture and organic farming
We grow up in Asia and moved for the last 30 years in north America before retiring in South America,
We have travelled pretty much all of south east Asia, India, Europe, Middle East, northern Africa and North, central and South America
Can share wonderful experiences of our travels. We are fluent in English and learning Spanish. Would be interested in learning about other cultures and exchange work practices and cooking experiences.
Help
Gardening, light construction , greenhouse building, planting.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
We speak fluent English and learning Spanish We can teach you English in exchange for some conversational Spanish.
Accommodation
Self contained 1 bedroom. Also we will provide all food , ingredients and the workaways volunteers can also help themselves to the abundance of fresh organic fruits and vegetables....over 40 types of fruit tress!
What else ...
Weekends off... other days 5 hours a day . Internet and Transportation available.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Good internet connection in your own self contained one bedroom accomodation
Space for parking camper vans
Lots of room for your campervans on our 30 acre property
Can possibly accept pets
Yes small pets welcome
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
