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Spend an amazing winter with us in the beautiful Ria Formosa natural park, Portugal

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

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  • Description

    Description

    Hi!

    We are Alexia and Laurent, a Belgian family living in the Algarve with our two sons, a dog, and a few horses. During the high season we run the guest house, but in winter we take a well‑deserved break — and we love having friendly company around!

    This winter we’re looking for couples to stay with us in exchange for a cozy, fully‑equipped house, ideally helping out with gardening, painting, and light maintenance around the resort.

    A little about the place:

    Our 250‑year‑old estate spans 27,000 m² inside the UNESCO‑protected Ria Formosa Natural Park, surrounded by fragrant gardens, fruit trees, vegetable plots, aromatic herbs and wildlife

    We have seven unique holiday houses, each with its own entrance, private patio or roof terrace, fully equipped kitchenette, air‑conditioning, free WiFi, smart TV, Bluetooth sound system, books, games – and even complimentary tea and coffee
    Facilities include two fenced swimming pools, a natural swimming lake with a mini‑beach, a half‑court for basketball/football, play structures, and indoor play area, ideal for family stays

    An inhabited house is always better than an empty one — it brings life to the place, and helps us maintain the gardens and buildings. If you can join us this winter — whether from November to March — we’d love to hear from you!

    Warm greetings from sunny Algarve,
    Alexia & Laurent

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Pets
    Farming
    Plant care
    Music
    Gardening
    Cooking & food
    Animals
    Adventure sports
    Yoga / Wellness
    Nature
    Winter sports
    Sailing / Boating
    Beach
    Water sports
    Outdoor activities
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We are a cosy Belgian family with two boys, and know Portugal very well. We do a lot of sports and love animals and nature. Healthy food and water activities are very high on our list

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

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

  • Help

    Help

    Light maintenance, garden projects, painting. Small interior improvements.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent
    Dutch: Fluent
    Portuguese: Fluent
    German: Beginner

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We have nine houses on site, all very comfortable and clean.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    It's a magical place and Portugal is so beautiful in the winter time ! We are pretty flexible and can help with many different aspects. Good communication is key.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    We have good internet

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    Dogs are not allowed on sofas or beds and have to be on a leach in the resort

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Bibi

Host ref number: 272541281285

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The image depicts a serene outdoor setting, featuring a pool and a house, with a large yard and a tree in the background, evoking a sense of tranquility and relaxation.
The image depicts a serene landscape with a boat on land, surrounded by trees and bushes, set against a vibrant sunset sky.
The image depicts two children standing in a field, interacting with two horses and a dog, surrounded by a fence and tall grass under a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a serene backyard oasis featuring a pool, lush trees, and vibrant flowers, set against a clear blue sky on a sunny day.
The image shows a family of four posing for a selfie in front of a boat on a canal, with trees and a dock in the background.

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