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Description
Hi! I’m Özge, a lawyer and nature lover based in the Aegean region of Turkey. Together with my father, I take care of a small piece of land near Selçuk and Kuşadası, where we grow olive and various other trees, herbs, and vegetables.
Our place has two small bungalows and a few caravan spaces surrounded by fig and olive trees. It’s our family property, and we spend time here whenever we can to maintain and improve the land.
I currently live and work in Kuşadası town center, so I come to the land whenever I can. My father lives there full-time and takes care of things on a daily basis. If you’d like, you’re always welcome to spend some of your free time in Kuşadası as well . We can also meet and spend time together there when I’m in town.
🫒 OLIVE HARVEST SEASON (November–December)
This is the busiest and most beautiful time of year on the farm, and we'd love your help picking olives. It's hands-on, social outdoor work, and a great way to experience a real Aegean tradition.
📸 PHOTO & VIDEO LOVERS WELCOME
If you enjoy taking photos or making short videos, we'd love help capturing life on the farm for our social media: harvest days, sunsets over the olive trees, cooking together.
We're looking for friendly, motivated volunteers who appreciate nature, slow living and outdoor work. -
Types of help and learning opportunities
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Farmstay help
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Interests
LGBTQ
Pets
Sustainability
Self development
Culture
Farming
Events & social
Gardening
History
Music
Animals
Cycling
Hiking
Beach
Camping
Nature
Yoga / Wellness
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
At our place, you can experience the peaceful rhythm of life in the Aegean countryside. You’ll live close to nature, learn about local gardening and olive trees, and share daily life with our family.
We’re close to beautiful places like Ephesus, Şirince, and the sea, so there’s always something to explore in your free time.
If you enjoy simple living, nature, and cultural exchange, you’ll feel right at home here. 🌿 -
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Hello Workawayers! 🌿
🫒 Olive harvest is coming! From November to December, our main focus is picking olives together, a fun, social and very Aegean experience. If you'd like to be part of a real harvest season, this is the perfect time to join us.
Throughout the year, the help we need includes:
- Garden and plant care: watering, planting vegetables, harvesting fruit and keeping the outdoor areas tidy
- Photo and video: capturing farm life for our social media, such as harvest days, sunsets and cooking together. No professional skills needed, just a good eye and a phone
- Small DIY projects and occasional painting or refreshing spaces
- Helping keep the bungalows and their surroundings clean and organized
The tasks are varied and not too difficult. We work at a relaxed pace and simply appreciate practical help, good energy and people who enjoy working together. We love sharing meals, spending time outdoors and creating a peaceful, welcoming atmosphere. If you enjoy nature, teamwork and a calm lifestyle, we'd be happy to host you! -
Languages
Languages spoken
Turkish: Fluent
English: IntermediateThis 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
You may stay in in village house which is simple but comfortable and surrounded by nature.
We ask for 4–5 hours of help per day, 5 days a week (around 20–25 hours per week) in exchange for accommodation and 3 meals a day.
We do our best to provide simple, home-style meals when I’m at the farm, and I really enjoy cooking and sharing food together during those times. Since I don’t live on-site full-time, daily meals are not always guaranteed.
However, we make sure the kitchen is available for you to use, and I’m happy to do grocery shopping based on your needs and preferences so you can easily prepare your own meals. The food here is generally simple, fresh, and nutritious, and we can try to accommodate dietary needs where possible. -
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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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Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
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How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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Tarcim, the dog was our daily company and became our best friend.
The only negative point is the accomodation, the bedroom, … read more
From the moment he arrived, everything just felt easy. He worked hard, never complained, always offered to help, and was someone we could completely trust. He was also incredibly understanding, flexible, and easy to communicate with. … read more
The work was enjoyable and varied, including moving equipment, weeding, watering, taking care of the vegetable garden, and harvesting. Remzi was always considerate of the … read more
He has the kind of stories you never get tired of listening to, and he brings a great energy wherever he goes. On top of that, he plays the guitar … read more
During our stay the weather was kinda cold and they supplied us with heavy blankets and an electric heater, so our nights were warm.
The … read more
They are also very warm and genuine people, and it was always a pleasure talking with them.
Unfortunately, I couldn’t spend as much time with them as I … read more
During the olive harvest, we had local workers helping us as well, and none of them spoke English. … read more
