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27 May 2025
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Welcome workawayer. I am Lisa born in Holland , lived 8 years in Israel and now 10 years in Portugal. I have 2 daughters, 13 and 16(mainly speak English). We lived a long time on ecofarms and communities and this spring we bought our own piece of paradise in the beautiful south of Portugal near Aljezur. Amar-Ela (love the goddess)is the name (original name, the translation is ours portuguese hebrew) is an amazing cork oak forest. Super calm yet bike walk distance from the village of Rogil with stunning beaches and bike distance from Aljezur, super alternative expathub with the highest rate of yoga teachers and babies per capita in Portugal.
We had some bad luck. We bought a container house (one room)and wanted to buy another one from a different company but got scammed, losing 6000 euros that we borrowed and leaving us in a self-built dome and the girls in the container. We managed to buy a second container divided into 3 rooms that we have now almost finished turning into a home. We have domes for volunteers ( 4m diameter tent). I am a permaculturist, expert on seeds, greenhouse,watersystems and DIY living I have some health issues, and therefore I really need some help with the building.
We have water, but it's not drinkable, we bring water from a spring.
We have a small solar system and WiFi. We have chickens running loose, cats and a puppy. We only accept dogs that are ok with cats and chickens.
We are working on improving the domes, we need help in the gardeand we have a lot of improvement to do on the house before next winter replace windows, improve kitchen change flooring ,etc.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
learn about sustainable agriculture and permaculture living, enjoy beautiful nature and stunning rocky beaches
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We need any help preferably from strong people that can handle tools, paint and are not afraid of fysical work.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Hebrew: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
Portuguese: IntermediateThis 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.
Accommodation
We have a dome or a place to park a van.
We have an composttoilet and shower.
What else ...
We are easy to reach by bus from Lagos or Lisbon just the bus doesnt run very often.We have amazing beaches nearby and there are loads if workshops , events area: yoga ,extatic dance ,concerts ,singing circles etc .
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Yes
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Feedback (5)
Jacob came as a saving angel when my husband suddenly had to leave due to illness in the family. He came for a few weeks but ended up staying four months. He simply became part of the family.
He lived with us and worked with us but kept a good balane between personal space and closeness.
He has skilled hands… read more
Looking for a magical off-grid experience, deep in nature and close to the heart? Lisa’s farm is a real gem.
I originally came for a few weeks – and ended up staying for several months. It’s a place I’ll always want to return to.
With a flowing stream, ancient oaks, organic… read more
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Jacob came as a saving angel when my husband suddenly had to leave due to illness in the family. He came for a few weeks but ended up staying four months. He simply became part of the family.
He lived with us and worked with us but kept a good balane between personal space and closeness.
He has skilled hands… read more
Looking for a magical off-grid experience, deep in nature and close to the heart? Lisa’s farm is a real gem.
I originally came for a few weeks – and ended up staying for several months. It’s a place I’ll always want to return to.
With a flowing stream, ancient oaks, organic… read more
Il est préférable d'avoir ses propres outils pour les aider au mieux.
Ce sont des personnes très agréables tout prêt à échanger.
N'hésitez pas à aller leur donner un coup de main pour construire leur habitation.
I mainly helped Lisa with building stuff around the house during my… read more
