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Laura and Andrew own a small farm in Central Portugal. We are committed Christians. We aim to become as self-sufficient as possible on our land, producing wood for fuel, vegetables and fruit for food and wine and keeping some livestock for meat and composting waste. We have been here seven years and there is still a lot more we would like to do!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Sustainability
Farming
Charity work
Languages
Gardening
Cooking & food
Astronomy
Animals
Nature
Hiking
Camping
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Volunteers will gain an insight into how agriculture was carried out a generation ago as this part of Portugal is both very rural and relatively poor, so that things have not been modernised as in other places.
Help
The volunteer would help initially with the goats - milking, moving, feeding, mucking out their stall - and with cooking some meals.
More generally, volunteers are needed to help with all the tasks necessary to maintain the gardens, vegetable plots, animals and the woodland areas. Our goat needs milking every day and the milk processed into cheese and yogurt. We are happy to teach volunteers how to do this. We also make a good deal of wine, not only from our grapes but from fruit and vegetables, and we are happy to share information about our brewing methods. We also can always use help with cleaning the house and we love it when volunteers cook us their favourite meals.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Portuguese: Intermediate
German: Beginner
French: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
We very much want to become fluent in Portuguese, so any volunteers who want to teach us Portuguese in return for some English language tuition would be extra welcome.
Accommodation
We rent out the top part of our house and live in the basement flat. Volunteers generally stay in a caravan which is situated in a pleasant woodland area about 100m from the house. It is also possible for them to sleep in a double bed which is in our storeroom in the house.
Volunteers should expect to help out in some way with either the preparation or clean-up of the meals in addition to their allotted daily tasks elsewhere on the quinta. Breakfast usually consists of toast or muesli, porridge, yogurt or scones. On special occasions we make pancakes! Lunch is our main meal when everyone eats together, and we tend to browse on snacks in the evening.
What else ...
Volunteers could take advantage of the many walking and cycle trails in the area. Anyone with an interest in wildlife would be delighted with the range of flora and fauna here. There are river beaches for swimming and relaxation, the highest mountains in the mainland of Portugal, the Serra Estrela, are quite close, and it is not far to visit cities like Coimbra and Viseu which offer much of interest to visitors. Bus and train links between major centres are good and quite cheap.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have a mobile router that volunteers can use when they stay in our caravan, or indeed wherever they take it.
Space for parking camper vans
There is enough space for a large campervan but no electricity or water hookups for it
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Host ref number: 291943355126
Feedback (41)
3 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Michelle) for host
it's already a few years ago but I totally forgot to leave a review. upsi^^ still now I often remember my time with Laura and Andrew and all the love and warmth they gave me. It was a pleasure to meet you and thanks for gifting me with memories for a lifetime:)
23 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Lilli-Pauline & Lena )
Lilli and Lena joined us for ten days. They were cheerful, helpful and energetic. We couldn't have asked for nicer or more amenable volunteers. Everything we asked them to do they completed thoroughly and accurately. Lilli and Lena also happily engaged in games and other social activities. We have no hesitation in recommending these girls to any… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Lilli-Pauline & Lena ) for host
We stayed at Andrew and Laura's Quinta for nine days. Those days were full of new and educational experiences. They have put a lot of work and love into the Quinta which you can feel while being there.
The task we were given were always pleasant and fitting to our skills, ranging from gardening to helping out in the market. Additionally we got to… read more
The task we were given were always pleasant and fitting to our skills, ranging from gardening to helping out in the market. Additionally we got to… read more
15 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Luna) for host
I stayed with Laura and Andrew for 2 weeks. They are really kind and attentive.
I really enjoyed working with the goats. It was full of new discoveries for me.
We also did some watercolor painting and chess. We had lots of discussions about beliefs, which was very enriching. So thank you very much for these 2 weeks :) I really recommend this… read more
I really enjoyed working with the goats. It was full of new discoveries for me.
We also did some watercolor painting and chess. We had lots of discussions about beliefs, which was very enriching. So thank you very much for these 2 weeks :) I really recommend this… read more
28 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Luna)
Luna applied herself very well to tasks requiring new skills (eg goat-handling!) and her positive and industrious attitude was evident in the thorough and careful manner she completed them. She is a quiet but thoughtful girl and she was helpful to us in many ways. She enjoyed the "extracurricular" activities like chess and running a market stall,… read more
(Excellent
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3 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Michelle) for host
it's already a few years ago but I totally forgot to leave a review. upsi^^ still now I often remember my time with Laura and Andrew and all the love and warmth they gave me. It was a pleasure to meet you and thanks for gifting me with memories for a lifetime:)
23 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Lilli-Pauline & Lena )
Lilli and Lena joined us for ten days. They were cheerful, helpful and energetic. We couldn't have asked for nicer or more amenable volunteers. Everything we asked them to do they completed thoroughly and accurately. Lilli and Lena also happily engaged in games and other social activities. We have no hesitation in recommending these girls to any… read more
(Excellent)
21 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Lilli-Pauline & Lena ) for host
We stayed at Andrew and Laura's Quinta for nine days. Those days were full of new and educational experiences. They have put a lot of work and love into the Quinta which you can feel while being there.
The task we were given were always pleasant and fitting to our skills, ranging from gardening to helping out in the market. Additionally we got to… read more
The task we were given were always pleasant and fitting to our skills, ranging from gardening to helping out in the market. Additionally we got to… read more
15 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Luna) for host
I stayed with Laura and Andrew for 2 weeks. They are really kind and attentive.
I really enjoyed working with the goats. It was full of new discoveries for me.
We also did some watercolor painting and chess. We had lots of discussions about beliefs, which was very enriching. So thank you very much for these 2 weeks :) I really recommend this… read more
I really enjoyed working with the goats. It was full of new discoveries for me.
We also did some watercolor painting and chess. We had lots of discussions about beliefs, which was very enriching. So thank you very much for these 2 weeks :) I really recommend this… read more
28 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Luna)
Luna applied herself very well to tasks requiring new skills (eg goat-handling!) and her positive and industrious attitude was evident in the thorough and careful manner she completed them. She is a quiet but thoughtful girl and she was helpful to us in many ways. She enjoyed the "extracurricular" activities like chess and running a market stall,… read more
(Excellent)
29 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Ruth magali) for host
I apologize for the delay in leaving my reference, but I always keep you in my thoughts because I saw in you faith and a purpose. I don't know if you've noticed, but you have gifts from God: you convey generosity, humility, and the peace of God above all else.
Your generosity during those three weeks was ever-present. I was able to learn day by… read more
Your generosity during those three weeks was ever-present. I was able to learn day by… read more
4 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Maria)
Right from the start Maria was helpful, industrious, quick to learn and thorough in her approach to the tasks assigned to her. She was calm, courteous, and friendly and achieved great results in our flower garden during her two week stay. She loved dealing with the goats and after only a short time could be entirely relief upon to do the milking,… read more
(Excellent)
16 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Estelle)
Estelle is a very pleasant young lady who stayed for a week with us. She has a great work ethic and quietly and efficiently dealt with the tasks we gave her to do. Estelle is a quiet and thoughtful person and she showed a lot of interest in our quinta. She learned how to milk our goat and helped to process our harvests of fruit and veg. We can… read more
(Excellent)
24 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jacqueline)
Jacqueline joined us for three weeks and we very much enjoyed her company. She is cheerful and positive in her attitude to work and could be relied upon to complete the tasks we set her to do. She was very open to learning new knowledge and skills but unfortunately cheese-making was not possible with our goat busy having babies. We are grateful… read more
(Excellent)
10 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Stephan) for host
This spring I stayed for ten days on Andrew and Laura's quinta. I learned a lot, especially about our faith. Andrew and Laura are good hearted people, living in a beautifull valley. The air here is full of oxygen. The water very clear. Also the Anglo Saxon cuisine was new to me, and a real discovery. I hope to return one day. Thanks for my stay!
10 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Vlad) for host
I am very grateful for the experience I lived in Quinta! Andrew and Laura are two warm-hearted hosts who are very open to sharing, training, and inspiring you to want more from yourself. Even though I stayed only one week (being on my work holiday) I truly enjoyed discovering more about animal care and repairing with a recycling mindset (very… read more
27 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Vlad)
Keen as mustard, Vlad got stuck from day one. Friendly, energetic and good-natured, he clearly enjoyed working and learning outside his usual lifestyle. Particularly valuable was his help in repairing our trailer with recycled materials. Vlad was very appreciative of the foods and homemade wines that we could provide, and he was generous in his… read more
(Excellent)
29 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Milena)
Mile is a friendly and outgoing person, well-motivated and diligent. We enjoyed her company very much. She quickly adapted to life on the quinta and obviously enjoyed learning how we do things. Mile loved helping out at the Coja Market, when we were particularly glad of her help, and we missed her positivity and energy when she left us. She also… read more
(Excellent)
7 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Marcelo)
Marcelo joined us for three weeks at a busy time of year, and he quickly settled down into a productive and disciplined rhythm of working. Always cheerful and willing, he was quick to grasp instructions and meticulous in completing the jobs assigned. His English is very good, and he also helped us learn more Portuguese. I was particularly pleased… read more
(Excellent)
6 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Dave)
Dave proved to be a meticulous and diligent worker and greatly assisted us at a busy time. His good humour and can-do attitude was greatly appreciated!
(Excellent)
31 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Yanis & Louise)
Lou only stayed with us for a week but her energy and enthusiasm was outstanding. Not only did she contribute fully to the outside projects, she also cooked delicious food for five of us every day. She was patient and a good timekeeper, and was very quick to learn. We wish she could have stayed longer! However she is always welcome to come back:-)
(Excellent)
13 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Eva) for host
I had a wonderful at experience with Andrew and Laura. What I liked about the work was that the tasks were very clear and diverse. For example I sometimes worked together with Andrew with the goats of in the veg garden and other days with Laura in the flower garden. They also engaged me in their lives which I enjoyed a lot. Me and Andrew sang… read more
7 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Eva)
It was great fun to have Eva join us - albeit only for a week ☹️ - and she fitted in right from the start. Eager to try new things, she was good with the animals, showing promise as a goat-milker, and very assiduous with mundane tasks such as weeding. Eva is a very good communicator, letting us know how she felt about things in her direct and… read more
(Excellent)
5 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Ana Lúcia) for host
I loved getting to know Laura and Andrew. I was taught that there are other types of wines they make with rose petals, vine leaves, peach, plum, and also elderberry syrup, very interesting. I was also able to taste these wines and wow, delicious. I prepared a very typical Brazilian/gaucho lunch and they loved it. I learned how to deal with the… read more
26 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Arista) for host
I unhappily left here because of how much earlier I had to leave Laura and Andrew than initially planned.
This is one passionate and soulful couple who put so much love into everything they do, and you can definitely feel that through the amazing home-cooked meals (using produce straight from their farm!) you'll have here, the kind and patient… read more
This is one passionate and soulful couple who put so much love into everything they do, and you can definitely feel that through the amazing home-cooked meals (using produce straight from their farm!) you'll have here, the kind and patient… read more
25 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Arista)
Arista joined us for a week, and she proved to be a delightful volunteer. She enjoyed weeding the flower garden (amazing!!) and was willing to engage with any other task we assigned her. She was at all times respectful, meticulous, interested and cheerful, and we enjoyed hosting her for all too short a stay. We wish her every blessing, and hope to… read more
(Excellent)
26 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Cianna & Allison)
It was a great pleasure to be able to meet and host Cianna and Ally for the two weeks that they stayed with us. From the outset the two Californians were polite, positive and friendly. They happily engaged with any task that we asked of them, completing their work with care and attention to detail. We had some memorable times together playing… read more
(Excellent)
23 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Cianna & Allison) for host
We stayed with Andrew and Laura for two weeks as our first Workaway experience! The couple is extremely welcoming and makes you feel right at home. We spent our mornings caring for the goats and doing small projects in the afternoon. We finished around lunch time, where we said grace, ate together and had great conversation! And in the evening we… read more
19 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lucie & Goncalo) for host
We can say for sure that, this week with Laura and Andrew was spent with ease and Joy
The work was done throught our preference, we took care of the garden (prune, plant and weed), took care of the goats and other animals and did some construction (solar oven)
We could also spend some time playing board games, watching films together or having… read more
The work was done throught our preference, we took care of the garden (prune, plant and weed), took care of the goats and other animals and did some construction (solar oven)
We could also spend some time playing board games, watching films together or having… read more
1 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucie & Goncalo)
Lucie and Goncalo stayed about 5 days at our quinta, and we thoroughly enjoyed their company. They are thoughtful and hard-working youngsters who have a useful skill set and pleasant manner. Lucie helped build a new solar cooker and Goncalo mostly pruned fruit trees but they both were very good at feeding and pasturing our two goats. We wish them… read more
(Excellent)
2 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Nathalie)
Nathalie stayed at our quinta for about ten days. During that time she was always positive, communicative, interested and helpful. She immediately formed a rapport with our goats and looked after them faultlessly. Nathalie proved to be a patient, methodical and conscientious worker in whatever task she was assigned and she was good fun to be with.… read more
(Excellent)
10 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Veronica)
We loved having Veronica stay with us for ten days. She was always cheerful and positive, ready and willing to help in any way. Although some of the tasks we assigned to her were outside her comfort zone she always tried her best and overall she proved to be a real blessing. She is a girl you can rely on and we can thoroughly recommend her to any… read more
(Excellent)
10 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Fabiano)
Fabiano stayed with us for a month, and he was an exemplary volunteer in every respect. Not only was he unfailingly cheerful and willing to take on any task assigned to him, but he displayed a great deal of perseverance and a good skill set in getting the job done. It was a lot of fun practising English and Portuguese with Fabiano, and we could… read more
(Excellent)
8 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Fabiano) for host
Voluntariei na quinta de Andrew e Laura por 1 mês, a experiência foi completa. Fiz e aprendi muitas coisas que fazem parte da rotina de uma pequena fazenda, como tirar leite da cabra, cuidar da horta e dar comida aos animais. A comida é maravilhosa, muito saborosa, e os vinhos são ótimos.
Recebi a oportunidade de um novo voluntariado na França, e… read more
Recebi a oportunidade de um novo voluntariado na França, e… read more
10 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Martina) for host
The no enough beautiful word to explain how much beautiful has been live from Andrew and Laura. Unfortunately I didn't meet Laura because she was out for a trip, but these 2 weeks were magic. Andrew is kind, caring and sweet, he always took care about his workawayers. He help me with english, he taught me a lot of proverbs and was super fun. He… read more
9 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Martina)
Martina stayed with us for two weeks and we loved being her hosts. She was always cheerful, positive and industrious, and she showed interest in all aspects of life at our quinta. Martina brings beauty and order wherever she goes. We are so grateful for the transformation she wrought in our chaotic adega and in the overgrown weedy gardens. She had… read more
(Excellent)
3 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host
This was my first Workaway experience and I had such a great time. Laura was on vacation, so unfortunately I couldn’t met her, but Andrew is such a nice person. He knows so many things and I learned a lot from him. During the day we took care of the animals and did some work in the garden while enjoying the lovely sunny weather. The poker nights… read more
3 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)
Laura was 100% motivated from the start of her stay at our quinta. She showed great interest in all the activities and proved to be a determined and energetic worker. She has a good sense of humour and is easy to get on with. We can thoroughly recommend her to any future host.
(Excellent)
25 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Andreia) for host
I stayed with Laura and Andrew only for a week but during those 8 days I learnt so much from food processing - we made cheese, sausages, apple juice and our own apple wine! Learnt a lot about gardening and farming as well! Milking is not as easy as I thought. Thank you for all the fun moments at the river and while playing frustration. Hope to see… read more
9 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Mila)
Mila joined us for two weeks. She was very quick to learn and applied herself thoroughly and competently in whatever task we asked her to do. It was such a pleasure to enjoy her company and she was a great help to us at what is a busy time, harvesting and processing our fruit and vegetables. We wish her every success for the future and we can… read more
(Excellent)
28 Apr 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Juliette)
Juliette is a thoughtful, kind and adaptable young lady who very quickly understood instructions and mastered new skills. It was a great pleasure to get to know her. She is a good cook and she is not afraid of swimming in cold rivers! We can thoroughly recommend her to any future hosts.
(Excellent)
27 Apr 2021
Left by Workawayer (Juliette) for host
I spend one week with Andrew and Laura, they are very sympatic persons! They are english speaker so you can pratise your english with them. I worked most of the time with Andrew it was not so hard work and quite nice to do differents type of stuff and we had some coffee break:). I enjoyed learning how to milk the goat, how to do homemade wine and… read more
17 Feb 2021
Left by Workawayer (PascalThomeer) for host
A friend of mine (Joey) and I stayed for one week in december with Andrew and Laura and it was really good. Joey slept over at Steve’s house (a friend of Andrew and Laura). Steve is also a really nice open minded and artistic guy so if you go and stay with Andrew and Laura I recommend visiting him.
We basically just helped in the garden, mostly… read more
We basically just helped in the garden, mostly… read more
19 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Viviane) for host
Andrew and Laura have a beautiful plot of land in the greenery of Portugal. They welcomed me in their home for about one week. I did lots of olive picking and trimming and some yard work. Andrew invited me to his band’s practice session and Laura took me on a beautiful walk around the area! Really a nice way to recharge, thank you Laura and Andrew… read more
4 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Baptiste & Alissa)
Baptiste and Alisse arrived as arranged on the evening of the 3rd November. After sharing a meal with us they departed for their accommodation in our caravan. We waited next morning for the agreed start at 8pm but we soon realised that they had packed up and gone, without informing us. This was a considerable inconvenience to us as we had made… read more
(Workawayer cancelled last minute / no-show )
8 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (José Ricardo)
Ricardo was an able and willing volunteer. He stayed for the best part of three weeks, and proved to be an interesting and skilled worker and companion. He is an expert guitarist, and was happy to play and teach, particularly the Bosanova music from Brazil. His crowning achievement was a handsome coffee table constructed from repurposed barrel… read more
(Excellent)
22 Jun 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Kathleen)
Kathleen was a cheerful and willing worker during her stay at our quinta. She applied herself unstintingly to her jobs and was polite and positive at all times. Even during the testing times at the start of the Covid-19 crisis, Kathleen remained focused, carrying much of the load of all the daily tasks on the quinta. She cooked some tasty meals… read more
(Excellent)
25 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Arif) for host
It was my first workaway experience in a lovely Quinta surrounded by a range of hills. Andrew and Laura were very welcoming. I tried to help them with the housekeeping, picking up different kinds of fruit, making juice, pickle, gardening, haying, mowing, maintaining cattle, and digging for greywater treatment. I tried my best but I could not… read more
7 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Raphael)
Info notice: Workawayer cancelled stay or there was a no show at the last minute
(Workawayer cancelled last minute / no-show )
5 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jakob) for host
I had a great time with Laura and Andrew at their Cinta. I learned a lot about Olive trees and the process to get Oil from them. Also they had some chickens and goats I learned to work with! Laura and Andrew are really friendly and they give you the free time as described in the profile. They showed me the positive aspects of Portugal's… read more
2 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jakob)
We were pleased to welcome Jakob for the three and a half weeks he stayed with us. He proved to be a very pleasant and cheerful young man, strong and well able to cope with any demands that we made of him. He enjoyed harvesting olives, using his considerable carpentry skills on projects such as making a compost toilet and generally lending a hand… read more
(Excellent)
2 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Fenia)
We enjoyed hosting Fenia and her adorable son Adam for the three and a half weeks that they stayed with us. Fenia is an enthusiastic and energetic volunteer who quickly fell into a routine of kitchen work and animal care, cooking tasty Greek meals and supplying the needs of the goats and chickens. She was also interested in gaining gardening… read more
(Excellent)
26 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Mattia)
It was a great pleasure to host Mattia. He stayed with us for nearly a month and from the very start proved to be willing, trustworthy and reliable. He made a very valuable contribution, working with energy and initiative. Mattia quickly developed a close relationship with our goats and he was a very good milker by the end of his stay. It was… read more
(Excellent)
19 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Mattia) for host
Great experience! Your place is beautiful, sorrounded by nature. You're really kind, funny, and we have some deep conversations. I liked the works, like milking goats, harvesting olives and chopping firewood. The work is not so hard, and in my days off I had the opportunity to visit some places. We had really good meals, Andrew is a very good… read more
18 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Marion)
Marion was a joy to host from start to finish and we were extremely sad that she was only able to stay with us for such a short time. Always wearing a smile on her face, Marion has a ready sense of humour and displays a profound concern both for people and the environment. Marion is always cheerful and positive and her sociable and compassionate… read more
(Excellent)
29 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Marion) for host
Lauras and Andrews Villa is wonderful. They live very quiet and peaceful place. I stayed there for around 10 days and learned a lot about farming and cooking. They know a lot about the nature and they are always willing to share all their knowledge. And they both are passionate cooks. So you get healthy and very delicious food there. I am very… read more
26 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (WEN YU)
Iris arrived all of a sudden and from the outset proved to be a very able and willing volunteer. She happily applied herself wholeheartedly to any tasks we asked her to perform and she showed herself to be a very competent at everything! She eagerly took the opportunity to learn how to process the chickens and rabbits, and she enjoyed all the… read more
(Excellent)
21 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (WEN YU) for host
It’s my first time to be workawayer and I’m so pleasant that I stayed with Andrew and Laura!!!
First of all, they accepted me immediately when I messaged them, and one day after I was at their house already.
QUINTA is super amazing!! Basically they have everything. there are vegetables, fruits, flowers, chicken, rabbits and goats etc here. It’s… read more
First of all, they accepted me immediately when I messaged them, and one day after I was at their house already.
QUINTA is super amazing!! Basically they have everything. there are vegetables, fruits, flowers, chicken, rabbits and goats etc here. It’s… read more
26 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Svenja)
Svenja stayed with us for a relatively short week and a half and she proved to be a most helpful and receptive volunteer. She showed great interest in the different aspects of the work on the quinta, and was happy to be involved in any social events that we invited her to. She produced a delicious "flamkuchen" as her signature dish! Svenja is a… read more
(Excellent)
25 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Svenja) for host
I spent only 1,5 weeks with Andrew and Laura but I learned so much about self-sufficiency, life at a Quinta in rural Portugal and also about roses and their stubbornness :D Andrew and Laura are eager to teach you melking goats, cheesemaking, etc and it's fun working together with them. When I was there in June, it was mainly gardening and they… read more
31 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Eline) for host
Dear Andrew and Laura were so thoughtful and helpful. I had a great 1st workaway experience with them! They helped me getting around in the area, gather souvenirs, and showed me sights in the area (for instance waterfalls and the farmers market). I learned a lot while working with them (milking goats, permaculture practices) and enjoyed… read more
30 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Eline)
We really enjoyed having Eline work with us at our quinta. She is a cheerful and resourceful girl who approached all her tasks with a positive and thoughtful attitude. She was fun to be with and interesting to talk to. We could always rely on her to milk our goats and it was great to have the services of a volunteer who enjoys weeding! She cooked… read more
(Excellent)
23 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Andrew)
Andrew and Laura and their two adorable children joined us for a week at a very busy time at the quinta. Whatever work needed to be done they gladly did their best to help. Even Hunter helped trim the lawn with his scissors! It was fascinating that not only did Andrew and Laura have the same names as us but also the same faith in Jesus and the… read more
(Excellent)
22 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Andrew) for host
Had a very blessed time with Andrew and Laura. Their farm is beautiful, the work was fair and the meals were amazing.
We very much enjoyed our time on the farm and fear that our first workaway has set the bar very high indeed. Thank you for having us. We hope to be able to have you over when you take a well earned break :)
We very much enjoyed our time on the farm and fear that our first workaway has set the bar very high indeed. Thank you for having us. We hope to be able to have you over when you take a well earned break :)
14 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Sofie) for host
I stayed for 2.5 weeks with Andrew and Laura and I’m truly happy with this experience.
The jobs that I had to do, were all in my areas of interest, which caused that longer helping days still did not feel like real working days.
- The chickens, rabbits, cat and goats need daily care. I milked the goats, cleaned their stable, gave food… and… read more
The jobs that I had to do, were all in my areas of interest, which caused that longer helping days still did not feel like real working days.
- The chickens, rabbits, cat and goats need daily care. I milked the goats, cleaned their stable, gave food… and… read more
8 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Sofie)
Sofie stayed with us for two and a half weeks and was an absolute joy to meet and to work with. We miss her horribly! From the moment she arrived, her attitude was positive and enthusiastic. From house cleaning to cooking, rose pruning to weeding, no task was too large or too small to be approached with anything less than 100 % dedication. She… read more
(Excellent)
9 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Anne)
Anne is one of the most consistently cheerful people we have ever met, even when asked to prune roses and shrubs for hours in torrential rain. We thoroughly enjoyed having her with us during her three-week stay and were blessed to have her help with the goats and in the garden. She is very welcome to come back anytime...especially if she promises… read more
(Excellent)
9 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Tyra)
Tyra stayed with us for only ten days, but during that time she made a huge contribution to the running of the quinta. She was willing to try everything, and she worked so "tyra-lessly" that it was almost impossible to get her to stop! She was a great help in the house with cooking and washing-up, and she readily pitched in with all the outside… read more
(Excellent)
28 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Tyra) for host
My stay with Laura and Andrew has been such a blessing i honestly don't know where to start! They both are incredibly kind and welcoming,work was also really fair,they explained everything very well, were very patient and I have gained far more than new skills during my time with them. I especially will miss my enlightening talks with… read more
9 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Christina)
Richard spent three weeks with us after we talent-spotted him on a friend's quinta and persuaded him to come and work with us too. He did come and quickly proved to be a skilled and determined volunteer, felling and processing trees and clearing land with our strimmer and chain-saw. He helped us deal with baffling electrical and plumbing problems,… read more
(Excellent)
8 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Christina) for host
I helped Andrew and Laura for three weeks in march of this year and I had a wonderful time there. I learned a lot about goats and how to milk them, they took me to a lot of interesting places like a volunteer helping Event for homeless People in Quoimbra. I was living in a big flat alone and had everything what a workawayer can think of. The Food… read more
12 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Alessandra)
Alessandra stayed with us for two weeks over Christmas and she made a very valuable contribution to the ongoing work of the quinta. She was quick to learn, very thorough and careful in the tasks she undertook, and she was always cheerful and gracious. It was interesting to talk with her and she was patient and kind in encouraging us to speak… read more
(Excellent)
22 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Alessandra) for host
I spent two weeks here between the end of December and beginning of January, and I am really thankful for everything. Andrew and Laura were always gentle and attentive to me even during my free time, talking with me at home and taking me to visit nearby cities. They were the nicest hosts I could expect. I also had the opportunity to meet some of… read more
21 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Peter) for host
Andrew and Laura are the nicest and sweetest host you can imagine. Eventhough I only stayed for three nights I was able to gain an insight into the way they live. It's very interesting. We ate delicious food, they invited me to join them and their friends several times, the work was barable their location is alright. Be sure not to be a big city… read more
3 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Rosie) for host
I spent 2 weeks with Laura and Andrew in November. It was my first workaway and I had a great time with them. During my 2 weeks I helped with the goats, gardening, cooking, olive picking and other odd jobs. They are both AMAZING cooks and I had some really tasty food...especially the pumpkin loaf and plum jam! In my free time i met their friends,… read more
22 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Rosie)
We very much enjoyed having Rosie to stay as a volunteer with us. Laura especially appreciated her help with the goats, and the way in which she took over the milking tasks so quickly. Rosie is a hard worker who adapts quickly to new demands and situations. She is a cheerful girl, quiet but confident, polite and respectful and with a cheeky sense… read more
(Excellent)
19 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Grace)
Grace is very positive, funny, easy to get on with and a good worker. She was happy to take on any task we suggested, and she was especially fond of weeding (!?) We enjoyed her lemon cake and banter, and we are grateful for all the things she got done whilst she was with us. We wish her all the best in her future gap years.
(Excellent)
19 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Adam)
Adam stayed with us two weeks during which time he worked consistently hard, achieving great things with his strength and enthusiasm. He is one of the nicest young men you could wish to meet, polite, respectful, interesting to talk to and a fabulous cook. We wish him all the very best in his future travels and endeavours.
(Excellent)
22 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Leonhard)
We enjoyed having Leonhard stay with us here. He was always cheerful and easy-going, happy to take on any task. We especially enjoyed his signature dish, which was a delicious sponge cake with blackberries and lots of Schlagsahne! On the odd occasion when his work wasn't up to the standard we expected he was always ready to rectify the situation… read more
(Very good)
22 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Leonhard) for host
This was my first experience that I had with farm work. I spent almost 3 weeks there and learned quite a lot of new things that I was really interested in. The work was fun as well and the accommodation was quite good.
Thank you so much!
Leo
Thank you so much!
Leo
4 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (David) for host
I spent two weeks with Andrew and Laura, and I had a very good stay at their quinta ! They were really nice, funny and interesting hosts. I liked spending time with them, talking about different subjects, hearing the way they see life, learning about gardening, taking part in their live music session - even if I'm disappointed that I didn't have a… read more
11 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (David)
David showed a very positive and friendly attitude right from the start of his two week stay with us. He applied himself to every task with energy and initiative. He was a pleasure to have with us, interesting to talk to, quiet and tidy, cheerful and adaptable. We have no reservations in recommending him as a volunteer, and we wish him every… read more
(Excellent)
2 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (George) for host
An absolutly lovely place and hosts! Made to feel totaly and compleatly welcomed and relaxed, couldn't have been better!
19 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Catherine) for host
I only stayed a couple days at Laura and Andrew's little Quinta, but it was a very nice experience. They are a lovely, open-minded and hard working couple, in addition to their amazing cooking skills and their generosity. I spent a great time milking goats, taking care of the animal's area and processing the farm products with them.
They also gave… read more
They also gave… read more
14 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Catherine)
Catherine stayed with us only a week but in that short time she showed many great attributes. She was quick and eager to learn, she persevered with the tasks she was given, she was friendly and helpful to us in many ways, We really enjoyed her staying with us and we can heartily recommend her as a Workaway volunteer.
(Excellent)
25 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Ana Candida) for host
I am extremely grateful for everything I have experienced and learned from Andrew and Laura. With them I could improve my English, learn how to take care of goats, and at home always listening to good music played and performed by them. The location is amazing and great for walk.
It was wonderful to help and be helped! I wish every success with… read more
It was wonderful to help and be helped! I wish every success with… read more
22 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Ana Candida)
Ana is a lovely gentle person, always helpful and willing to do any task. She gave us invaluable assistance in running our quinta at a very busy time, and we are also very grateful for the patient way in which she gave us lessons in Portuguese. Ana is also an avid amateur photographer, and she left us a collection of photos and videos to remember… read more
(Excellent)
19 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Miguel Angel)
Miguel Angel is an engaging and funny young man with a good work ethic. He prepared some excellent meals for us and he was a pleasure to have around. Miguel has a lovely manner with children and animals and he shows a genuine interest in permaculture and sustainable living. We wish him every blessing as he moves to pastures new in Finland and… read more
(Excellent)
18 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Miguel Angel) for host
I was three weeks in the fifth mountain and the truth was good, the place is very beautiful with a very beautiful view and paths to get lost in the woods in your free time. The accommodation is very good facilities for workaways and with a great idependence. Andrew and Laura are good people, Laura is a master baker and is a person with whom you… read more
19 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Johannes) for host
I stayed two weeks with Andrew at their lovely Quinta. Andrew is a very resourceful and skilled teacher and I enjoyed the work and the exchange with him. It is a good place to learn about permaculture inspired agriculture, building and animal care surrounded by a beautiful landscape.
I wish Andrew and Laura all the best with ongoing/future… read more
I wish Andrew and Laura all the best with ongoing/future… read more
26 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Johannes)
Johannes was a great help to us on the quinta. Quiet and industrious, he quickly showed his skill and knowledge in looking after the goats and indeed he applied himself conscientiously to all the tasks he was asked to do. He joined in with our music sessions and proved himself to be highly competent in the kitchen too. We had a very enjoyable… read more
(Excellent)
28 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Marta) for host
I spent a wonderful week at Laura and Andrew's. I learned how to milk a goat, make goat cheese and build a gravel path, and gained some priceless insight into practical permaculture farming. Laura and Andrew are very generous and eager to show volunteers around and give them a taste of local life. The food was delicious. Andrew treated us to… read more
26 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Marta)
Marta was a pleasure to volunteer with. She applied herself conscientiously to every task and was consistently cheerful and positive. She joined in with our music sessions and showed us her singing talents. She cooked perogies for us which were great! I can thoroughly recommend her to any prospective workaway host.
(Excellent)
12 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Sandra & Kristjan) for host
We spent an amazing 3 weeks with Andrew and Laura who are exceptional cooks and very generous people. They helped us with the work and we got a lot done together. Andrew and Laura have a lovely quinta where you can find beautiful nature and silence. They taught us plenty of new things and every day was interesting. They also showed us around and… read more
4 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sandra & Kristjan)
We were delighted with Kristjan and Sandra as Workawayers for the three weeks they were with us. Throughout their stay they were enthusiastic and energetic, well-organised and respectful. They demonstrated initiative and were capable of completing any task that they were given. When it was their turn to do the cooking they produced some lovely… read more
(Excellent)
