Help watering truffles and gardening in a medieval village in Belmonte, Spain

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  Description

  Hi there!!My name is Ángela (58),a vet working as an official health inspector in the middle of Don Quixote,s land, in a beautiful medieval village(Belmonte, Cuenca province). On the top its impressive castle. I live with 4 cats, two dogs and a donkey called Ramón. My House is placed in a lovely land(3Has) surronded by nature,oaks having truffles deep inside, olive trees to get a wonderful olive oil, almond trees blooming in spring time and a path to grow our orgánic vegetables... I porpose you share our meals cooking toguether...I must say I am not a good cook...

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  Animal Care

  Farmstay help
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  I can teach you Spanish language and Spanish culture.
  I speak English fluently

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  I need some help watering truffles in summer, harvesting olive trees in winter time ,some gardening...not too much work(3 or 4 hours per day)
  Once per month I must go to Madrid, so Ramón and the rest will need you..

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent

  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

  You will have your own space, a cool appartment next door to my house. Just an hour from the charming Cuenca City an two hours from Madrid...pretty clóse if you love explore around and tourist.

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  What else ...

  Visiting our Castle is a must, and visiting the ancient wind Mills of don Quixote. You also can learn how a water Mill works. There are several industries around where you can learn how Manchego cheese is made( and taste It!!!) and how olive oil or wine is made...
  Cuenca City( an hour from Belmonte) Will leave you breathless...Have a go!!!

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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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  Space for parking camper vans

  This host can provide space for campervans.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

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  Hours expected

  Máximo 4-5 horas al día, 5 días a la semana